Dine like a VIP at these 10 best private dining spots in Birmingham
Sometimes, you want a quiet dinner with good food and zero interruptions from clinking cutlery and birthday songs at the next table. It’s a good thing that private dining offers elegance and exclusivity.
When exploring unique things to do, booking a private dining experience might turn a regular meal into something unforgettable. So, even if it’s a celebration or just a “why not” kind of night, the vibe is all yours.
With tailored menus and cosy, upscale settings, private dining in Birmingham allows you to dine in peace, like the low-key royalty you are. It’s dinner, but make it fancy.
1. The Wilderness
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Website: https://www.wearethewilderness.co.uk/
Location: 27 Warstone Ln, B18 6JQ
Contact: +441212339425
Hours:
- Wednesday to Friday: 6 PM – 9 PM
- Saturday: 12:30 PM – 2 PM and 6 PM – 9 PM
Pricing: £££
Dining at The Wilderness feels like stepping into a moody art installation—dark walls, rock music, and food that is theatre. Their menus are known for pushing creative boundaries, such as wagyu tartare with wasabi snow or desserts that resemble alien planets.
Their upstairs studio offers a private dining experience for 10–16 guests, and you can even request music curation and projection visuals to match your event.
They take a multi-sensory approach with tasting menus starting at around £115 per person. It’s not cheap, but you’re not just paying for food; you’re paying for storytelling.
Pro Tip:
If you’re booking private dining, ask them about their projection mapping setup. They offer immersive visuals during courses (on request), including moody visuals or even custom graphics to match the theme of your celebration.
2. Upstairs by Tom Shepherd
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Website: https://www.upstairs.restaurant/
Location: 25 Bore St, Lichfield WS13 6NA
Contact: +441543268877
Hours:
- Wednesday: 6:30 PM – 9 PM
- Thursday to Saturday: 12 PM – 2 PM and 6:30 PM – 9 PM
Pricing: £££
Upstairs by Tom Shepherd is a Michelin-starred escape above a jewellery shop in the middle of Lichfield. Okay, it’s technically outside Birmingham, but worth the 35-minute trip.
Their private dining room, “The Residency,” has floor-to-ceiling windows with sunset views of Lichfield Cathedral. It’s modern and minimal and just feels calming.
The menu focuses on British seasonal ingredients with a playful Asian twist, such as scallops served with dashi broth or chocolate paired with miso caramel. They also offer curated tea pairings.
Just a heads-up: menus start at £120 per guest (right, it screams luxury).
Pro Tip:
The venue is located in a controlled parking area in Lichfield. Nearby car parks like Lombard Street offer free evening parking after 6 PM. Avoid fines by skipping on-street bays, which often catch visitors unfamiliar with local signage.
3. Opheem
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Website: https://opheem.com/
Location: 65 Summer Row, B3 1JJ
Contact: +441212013377
Hours:
- Wednesday and Thursday: 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM
- Friday and Saturday: 12 PM – 1 PM and 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Pricing: £££
We came to Opheem for the Michelin star, but what floored us was how it reconstructed Indian cuisine from scratch. Instead of familiar curries, you’ll find dishes based on centuries-old Indian royal court recipes, modernised with British flair.
They offer a glass-walled private mezzanine space that overlooks the kitchen and dining floor. But what makes them stand out is the cultural backstory of each course.
What’s different here is that they actively avoid repetition across courses, even in spices and textures, so every bite feels new.
We also appreciated their flexibility. Our pescatarian friend had a full alternative menu without compromising on flavour. Plus, the drinks list is heavy on small-batch spirits and creative gin infusions.
Pro Tip:
If you book their mezzanine private space, request their exclusive canapés and pre-dinner bites, which aren’t available to regular diners. These historical reimaginings of Mughal-era snacks served during your welcome drinks set the tone beautifully.
4. Chapter Edgbaston
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Website: https://www.chapteredgbaston.co.uk/
Location: 5 Greenfield Cres, B15 3BE
Contact: +441212003020
Hours:
- Tuesday to Friday: 11:30 AM – 11 PM
- Saturday: 9 AM – 11 PM
- Sunday: 9 AM – 5 PM
Pricing: ££
The Chapter Edgbaston is a gorgeous Georgian villa turned culinary sanctuary. As soon as you walk in, you’ll immediately notice how serene the space feels, far from the city buzz.
They offer a private first-floor room for up to 18 guests, with a balcony overlooking the leafy Edgbaston area. The food here leans heavily on British provenance, but it’s the attention to technique that truly stands out.
Their three-course private menus start at £65 per person and increase depending on your chosen dishes and extras, such as wine pairings or cheeseboards.
And oh, we love their in-house bread—warm, crusty, and served with smoked cultured butter.
Pro Tip:
Ask for their seasonal foraging feature for private dining events. The chef occasionally includes herbs or edible flowers gathered locally. It’s a rare behind-the-scenes touch they’ll explain during the meal if you give them notice.
5. Fumo by San Carlo
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Website: https://sancarlo.co.uk/restaurants/fumo-birmingham/
Location: 1 Waterloo St, B2 5PG
Contact: +441216438979
Hours:
- Monday to Sunday: 12 PM- 11 PM
Pricing: £££
Fumo surprised us in the best way possible. It’s stylish, buzzy, and tucked away near Colmore Row, offering a modern take on classic Italian dishes.
Private groups have a semi-exclusive lounge with luxe gold accents, accommodating up to 30 people without losing the intimate feel. They serve small plates meant for sharing, and trust us, the truffle arancini disappears fast.
Unlike other fine-dining spots, there’s no set menu required for groups, just pre-select your favourites and enjoy à la carte.
The minimum spend starts around £500 on weekends, and they often waive hire fees on weekdays. It’s great for an upscale yet relaxed celebration with friends or colleagues.
Pro Tip:
Fumo is part of the San Carlo group, and you can earn points or gift cards through their loyalty scheme, even for private bookings. Register online before your visit and submit your bill within 14 days to receive rewards for future events.
6. Isaacs
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Website: https://www.thegrandhotelbirmingham.co.uk/isaacs
Location: 28 Barwick St, B3 2NT
Contact: +441218279670
Hours:
- Wednesday: 4:30 PM – 10:30 PM
- Thursday: 12 PM – 2:30 PM and 5:30 PM – 10:30 PM
- Friday and Saturday: 12 PM- 10:30 PM
- Sunday: 1 PM- 6 PM
Pricing: ££
Located inside the restored Grand Hotel, Isaacs is a moody, Art Deco-inspired space serving elevated New York-style brasserie food.
Their private dining room, “The 1879 Room,” holds up to 16 guests and features original Victorian windows and plush velvet chairs. It’s quietly glamorous.
You can also choose from set group menus starting at £65 per person, or opt for a bespoke option if you feel like splurging.
And for dessert, their cheesecake might be the best in Birmingham. Bonus: you’re steps away from the city’s best bars when you finish dinner.
Pro Tip:
The 1879 Room at Isaacs has a hidden retractable wall panel. If you’re hosting something that needs AV gear (like a discreet screen), they can set it up behind this wall without disrupting the visual aesthetic of the room.
7. Orelle
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Website: https://orelle.co.uk/
Location: 103 Colmore Row, B3 3AG
Contact: +441217168186
Hours:
- Monday to Thursday: 12 PM – 11 PM
- Friday and Saturday: 12 PM – 12:30 AM
- Sunday: 12:30 PM – 6 PM
Pricing: £££
If you want skyline views with your celebration, Orelle is unmatched. This modern French restaurant sits on the 18th floor of Birmingham’s tallest office tower and feels like a reward.
Their private room seats 12 and has floor-to-ceiling glass walls with panoramic views over the city. Menus average £95 per guest, featuring French staples like duck à l’orange and lemon sole meunière.
Honestly, this spot is ideal for proposals, anniversaries, or that “big promotion” dinner.
Pro Tip:
Their private dining room is in high demand during sunset slots, but few realise you can request access to their private terrace for pre-dinner drinks. It’s usually reserved for VIPs, but can be added for private groups with a minimum spend agreement.
8. Harborne Kitchen
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Website: https://www.harbornekitchen.com/home
Location: 175-177 High St, Harborne, B17 9QE
Contact: +441214399150
Hours:
- Wednesday and Thursday: 6 PM – 10:45 PM
- Friday and Saturday: 12 PM- 4 PM and 6 PM – 10:45 PM
Pricing: £££
Harborne Kitchen surprised us with their open-plan kitchen that makes the cooking part of the show. You’re literally a few feet away from the chefs as they prep.
They’ve got a chic private dining room for 10, complete with textured walls, mood lighting, and a window into the kitchen pass. Tasting menus start at £90 and often include playful dishes, such as “chicken dinner” consommé or smoked eel tarts.
The wine pairings here genuinely impressed us. They offer pours like a Spanish Monastrell by the glass for just £8 and curated flights from around £35.
Pro Tip:
If you dine in their private room, ask to preview the development kitchen menu. Chef Jamie often tests future-tasting items and sometimes lets private diners sample in-progress dishes before they are added to the main menu.
9. Bacchus Bar
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Website: https://www.nicholsonspubs.co.uk/restaurants/eastandwestmidlands/bacchusbarbirmingham
Location: Burlington Arcade, New St, B2 4JH
Contact: +441216325445
Hours:
- Monday to Thursday: 11 AM – 11 PM
- Friday: 11 AM – 12 AM
- Saturday: 10 AM – 1 AM
- Sunday: 10 AM – 10 PM
Pricing: ££
This underground bar might be one of Birmingham’s quirkiest hidden spots. It’s situated in a medieval-style cellar beneath the Burlington Hotel, featuring Gothic arches, old-world murals, and a fireplace.
It has multiple themed booths and a bookable vault-style room for private dining (up to 18 people). The food is hearty British pub fare: roasts, pies, and the occasional curry, with mains averaging £15.
What’s unique is the atmosphere. It feels like dining in a castle banquet hall without the price tag. We found it especially charming during colder months when candles and stone walls really set the tone.
Pro Tip:
Their private vault room has cellar-like acoustics, which can get echoey with larger groups. So, if you’re hosting a speech or presentation, ask them for their portable acoustic panels. They store them and only bring them out when requested.
10. The High Field
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Website: https://www.highfieldedgbaston.co.uk/
Location: 22 Highfield Rd, B15 3DP
Contact: +441212277068
Hours:
- Monday to Wednesday: 7:30 AM – 10 PM
- Thursday and Friday: 7:30 AM – 11 PM
- Saturday: 8 AM – 11 PM
- Sunday: 8 AM – 9 PM
Pricing: ££
This is the place we go when we want something posh-ish but not too fussy. It’s a gastropub with serious design creds like brass details, velvet booths, and art that doesn’t scream ‘chain.’
Their Garden Room can accommodate up to 30 guests and opens onto a private patio, perfect for daytime events or the warmer months. Their private menus are British-modern: pork belly with cider jus, beetroot gnocchi, and sticky toffee to finish.
Their drinks list leans into local spirits and easygoing cocktails, and prices start at £45 per guest.
It’s dog-friendly too, so yes—our friend brought her dachshund to brunch.
Pro Tip:
Their Garden Room features bi-folding doors that open directly onto a private lawn space, but only if you book during the warmer months and specifically request that they be set up.