Top 10 BEST Halal Food Restaurants in Birmingham (2024)
From Colmore Row to Ladypool Road, Birmingham has some of the best halal restaurants in the country. With flavours to make your taste buds tingle, in 2024 it's easier than ever to find halal food for any special occasion or individual dietary requirements.
But which are the undisputed best halal places with halal meat to die for and great customer service? I've compiled a list of my 10 favourite restaurants in and around the Birmingham B postcode area.
1. Tipu Sultan
First up on my list is Tipu Sultan on Alcester Road. This halal North Indian restaurant has over 5,000 highly-rated Google reviews thanks to its famous North Indian cuisine. With reasonable prices (only £5.45 for their Seekh Kebab starter) house favourites include Dhal Makhani, Hyderabadi Handi and Achari Gosht. They've also got a selection of ice creams and Asian puddings for dessert.
👍🏽 Why I like it: Excellent customer service, great place
👨🏼🍳 Cuisine: North Indian
🥩 Is all meat halal? Yes
🍷 Do they serve alcohol? No
🎯 Area: Balsall Heath
📝 Address: 43 Alcester Rd, Birmingham, B13 8AA
📞 Phone number: 01214498539
💻 Website: tipu-sultan.com
2. Red Couch
If you're after a heart halal breakfast or halal brunch in Birmingham, then Red Couch is the perfect place to check out. An unassuming restaurant from the outside, and not far from Star City, inside their popular dishes include the Desi Breakfast (with omelette and paratha) and Nastha Combo which includes fresh handmade puris. They've also got pancakes, toasties, grills, paninis, fajitas and more.
👍🏽 Why I like it: Fast food service, Reasonable price, Halal brunch
👨🏼🍳 Cuisine: Breakfast & Brunch
🥩 Is all meat halal? Yes
🍷 Do they serve alcohol? No
🎯 Area: Erdington
📝 Address: 234 High Street, Erdington, Birmingham, B23 6SN
📞 Phone number: 01213776272
💻 Website: redcouch.co.uk
3. German Doner Kebab
German Doner Kebab is one of the biggest halal restaurant success stories of 2023. With locations in every major city in the UK, they also have three halal places in Birmingham (Bull Street in Birmingham City Center, Moseley Road and New Street, close to the Jewellery Quarter). GDK specialises in halal doner kebabs and popular dishes include The Boss Box and Doner 2.0 where you can choose from halal chicken, lamb or beef doner meat.
👍🏽 Why I like it: Fast service, Affordable prices, Great taste
👨🏼🍳 Cuisine: Kebab
🥩 Is all meat halal? Yes
🍷 Do they serve alcohol? No
🎯 Area: Birmingham City Centre
📝 Address: 84 Bull St, Birmingham, B4 6AB
📞 Phone number: 01212364877
💻 Website: germandonerkebab.com
4. Marco Pierre White Steakhouse & Grill
If you're after a fine dining experience in the heart of Birmingham city then Marco Pierre White's Steakhouse is a must try. Situated in an ideal location close to Broad Street, this halal fancy restaurant in Birmingham is up on the 25th floor of The Cube with stunning 360-degree views of the city. Whilst the restaurant doesn't have a Michelin star, standout dishes include Roast Chicken A La Forestière and if you request in advance, the halal Fillet Steak Au Poivre. Make sure to request their separate halal menu where all the chicken is halal.
👍🏽 Why I like it: High standards, Popular spot, Perfect evening meal
👨🏼🍳 Cuisine: Steakhouse
🥩 Is all meat halal? No
🍷 Do they serve alcohol? Yes
🎯 Area: Westside
📝 Address: The Cube, 200 Wharfside Street, Birmingham, B1 1PR
📞 Phone number: 01216343433
💻 Website: mpwrestaurants.co.uk
5. Damascena Coffee House
Damascena is a Middle Eastern chain which serves both coffee and beautiful Middle Eastern-inspired food. With three chains in Birmingham, including their popular Birmingham City Centre location, Damascena prides itself on the use of fresh vegetables and seasonal ingredients in their Breakfast Meze or Damascena Fuul (their bean-filled signature dish). They also have vegan and gluten-free options.
👍🏽 Why I like it: Nice food, Lovely restaurant, Friendly staff
👨🏼🍳 Cuisine: Indian restaurant
🥩 Is all meat halal? Yes
🍷 Do they serve alcohol? No
🎯 Area: Birmingham City Centre
📝 Address: Portman House, 5-7 Temple Row W, Birmingham, B2 5NY
📞 Phone number: 01212331803
💻 Website: damascena.co.uk
6. Vietnamese Street Kitchen
Vietnamese Street Kitchen in Birmingham is a family-run restaurant located in the famous Bullring. Serving authentic halal Vietnamese food, this is one of the best restaurants that offers a separate halal menu. Popular dishes include street snacks like Fried Dumplings and Steamed Bao Buns as well as their Lemongrass Beef Curry. This restaurant does serve alcohol but thankfully caters to the local Muslim population with certified halal dishes.
👍🏽 Why I like it: Authentic Vietnamese cuisine, Family favourites, Good food
👨🏼🍳 Cuisine: Vietnamese
🥩 Is all meat halal? No
🍷 Do they serve alcohol? Yes
🎯 Area: Bullring
📝 Address: St Martins Square, Bullring, Birmingham, B5 4BW
📞 Phone number: 01213875583
💻 Website: vietnamesestreetkitchen.com
7. Comptoir Libanais Birmingham
With its popular Lebanese chains in Manchester and London, Comptoir Libanais is the home of great tasting Lebanese food with fresh ingredients and amazing Lebanese flavours. The restaurant is both Instagram-friendly and perfect for special occasions like a lunch or dinner. The most popular dishes on the menu are the fresh hommos or baba ghanuj and grills like halal Lamb Kofta. All their meat is halal.
👍🏽 Why I like it: Fast service, Great food, Lovely atmosphere
👨🏼🍳 Cuisine: Middle Eastern / Lebanese
🥩 Is all meat halal? Yes
🍷 Do they serve alcohol? Yes
🎯 Area: Birmingham New Street Station / Grand Central
📝 Address: Unit 29 Stephenson Place, Birmingham, B2 4BF
📞 Phone number: 01216673160
💻 Website: comptoirlibanais.com
8. Taj Mahal
If you're a fan of Indian cuisine and you're after your fix of chicken biryani, then Taj Mahal in Smallbrook is a must-try! Taj Mahal is a family-run halal restaurant and has been open since 1962, so it's definitely a staple in the Birmingham culture trips scene and is one of the best curry houses in the city. Taj Mahal serves aromatic Indian curries and all the meat is halal which is a big tick for all of us observing the Islamic faith. Make sure to order the Tandoori Specialities or the Nepali Dansak for rich flavour.
👍🏽 Why I like it: Cultural centre, Quality Indian food
👨🏼🍳 Cuisine: Indian
🥩 Is all meat halal? Yes
🍷 Do they serve alcohol? No
🎯 Area: Smallbrook
<📝 Address: 1 Norfolk House, Theatre Approach, Birmingham, B5 4LJ
📞 Phone number: 01216438200
💻 Website: tajmahalbirmingham.co.uk
9. Eis Café
Calling all sweet-tooth pudding lovers! Eis Café on Coventry Road really showcases Birmingham's diverse food scene with a dessert for everyone. These Instagrammable treats will make your mouth water and house favourites include 'Pizookies' (pizza cookies), waffles and a huge selection of milkshakes from Red Velvet and Oreo through to S'mores. It's open until 11.30pm at night, seven days a week, so you can always be sure to satisfy any late night craving!
👍🏽 Why I like it: Fast service, Delicious desserts
👨🏼🍳 Cuisine: Desserts
🥩 Is all meat halal? Yes
🍷 Do they serve alcohol? No
🎯 Area: Small Heath
📝 Address: 500 Coventry Rd, Small Health, Birmingham, B10 0UN
📞 Phone number: 01217731461
💻 Website: eiscafe.co.uk
10. Tru Burger
Note: Tru Burger is currently closed due to refurbishment and plans to re-open in December 2023. If American-style halal burgers are your thing then Tru Burger offers a modern twist on a range of burgers. From halal smash burgers to chicken sliders, Tru Burger is often featured on best halal restaurants in Birmingham lists due to its photo-friendly combo boxes and late night opening times in Ramadan.
👍🏽 Why I like it: Fast food,
👨🏼🍳 Cuisine: American diner / Burger
🥩 Is all meat halal? Yes
🍷 Do they serve alcohol? No
🎯 Area: Balsall Heath
📝 Address: 369 Ladypool Road, Balsall Heath, Birmingham, B12 8LA
📞 Phone number: Currently closed
💻 Website: instagram.com/truburger/
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