Bar + Block Steakhouse Birmingham (Exchange Square) is a steak house in Digbeth, Birmingham. Rated 4.2 stars from 147 Google reviews. Known for steak that justifies the trip and staff who actually remember you. Best for steak dinner and hotel breakfast (if staying nearby). Ranked #12 of 11 in Digbeth. Price range: €€.
Rankings updated April 2026
Bar + Block Steakhouse Birmingham (Exchange Square)
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in Digbeth
Holding steady
Quick Verdict
Yes. Reviewers return for the steak and the staff—both are reliably good, and that's rarer than it sounds in Birmingham city centre.
You want proper steak and cocktails in the city centre without the tourist markup or the wait.
About Bar + Block Steakhouse Birmingham (Exchange Square)
Bar + Block Steakhouse Birmingham sits on Exchange Square in Digbeth and does two things well: breakfast and steak dinner. It's a hotel restaurant (attached to a larger property) that doesn't feel like one—reviewers keep coming back for the food alone, not the bed upstairs. The menu runs from breakfast through to late-night service, with a strong drinks program (cocktails, wine, beer) that staff actually know how to execute. Service is consistently praised across reviews—not fussy, just attentive. Staff like Dhruv, Aaron, and Qadirah appear by name in multiple reviews, which tells you something about consistency. The atmosphere is casual and trendy, full by dinner but not chaotic. Wheelchair accessible throughout. You'll find steak done properly (one reviewer called it "some of the best steak I have ever eaten"), prawns that land, and breakfast portions that don't insult you. It's the kind of place that works equally well solo at the bar with a cocktail or with a family on a Saturday night.
What Stands Out
Steak that justifies the trip
"Some of the best steak I have ever eaten and all tucked away in Birmingham city centre." Multiple reviewers praise the quality of the meat and the prawns; one called the steak and prawns "out of this world."
Staff who actually remember you
Dhruv, Aaron, Qadirah, Patrick, and Chin are named individually across 7 reviews. Reviewers specifically praise their attentiveness, speed, and willingness to handle dietary requirements. One reviewer noted Dhruv "went above and beyond" for allergies and special orders.
Breakfast that works as a standalone reason to visit
Five separate reviews mention breakfast specifically—"top quality, fresh, flavorful and beautifully served." Portions are described as "just right" and portions come out "fresh" and "quick."
What Customers Say
Some of the best steak I have ever eaten and all tucked away in Birmingham city centre.
Real quotes from Google Reviews
Practical Information
Contact
5, Bar + Block Steakhouse Birmingham (Exchange Square), Exchange Square, The Priory Queensway, Birmingham B4 6FY, United Kingdom
+44 121 270 9031Visit WebsiteView MenuFrequently Asked Questions about Bar + Block Steakhouse Birmingham (Exchange Square)
Yes. Reviewers consistently call it some of the best they've eaten, and no one complains about value in their reviews. The menu includes deals on food and drink that rotate, so check their website for current offers.
Dinner reservations are recommended—the venue accepts them through their website. Walk-ins are possible but expect a wait on weekends. Lunch and breakfast are more flexible.
Strong. Multiple reviewers name bartenders (Aaron specifically) and praise the cocktails by name. The venue lists "Great cocktails" and "Great beer selection" as highlights, and staff clearly know what they're doing.
Yes. Reviews mention families dining here successfully, kids' menus are available, and high chairs are provided. Atmosphere is described as casual and family-friendly.
Staff handle them well. One reviewer specifically praised how Dhruv managed allergies and special orders. Vegetarian options are listed on the menu, and they offer a salad bar.
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