Bell Harborne is a pub in Harborne, Birmingham. Rated 4.5 stars from 1183 Google reviews. Known for sunday roast that holds its own and wine and beer selection at fair prices. Best for sunday roast and group dining. Ranked #11 of 12 in Harborne. Price range: £10–20.
Rankings updated April 2026
Bell Harborne
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Holding steady
Quick Verdict
Yes. Locals return for the roasts, the beer selection, and staff who actually care. It's the kind of pub that doesn't need to shout about itself.
You want a proper Sunday roast, a quiet drink with dogs, or a special occasion that needs genuine warmth rather than fussiness.
About Bell Harborne
The Bell is a traditional English pub on Old Church Road in Harborne that's quietly become one of Birmingham's most reliable spots for Sunday lunch and everyday drinking. It's small, genuinely cosy, and the kind of place where staff remember your name and the barman—initially gruff—turns out to be genuinely helpful once you sit down. The menu runs to roasts (trio meat, lamb shank), cheesecake, and afternoon tea, all priced between £10–20. What keeps people coming back: the wine and beer list punches above its weight, the Sunday roast hits consistently, and the service staff treat a child's birthday or a family photo as seriously as they'd treat a business dinner. It's dog-friendly, has free parking, and overlooks the bowling green and church from the garden. Reviews consistently praise the quality of the food relative to price—one regular compared it favourably to Birmingham's more expensive establishments. It accepts reservations but doesn't require them.
What Stands Out
Sunday roast that holds its own
Multiple reviewers called it 'the best Sunday lunch we've had in years' and praised the trio meat and lamb shank options. One regular noted the staff offer free extra gravy and Yorkshire pudding. Another said 'the roast dinner hits the spot every time.'
Wine and beer selection at fair prices
Reviewers specifically mentioned 'excellent wine and beer at a good price' and 'fine selection of beers.' Google attributes list 'Great beer selection' and 'Great wine list' as key highlights.
Staff who treat every customer like they matter
One reviewer noted the barman 'came over as being a bit miserable but not at all—what a helpful and friendly chap.' Another praised staff for keeping a family photo secret until Christmas. A child's review said 'the staff are amazing, they are kind and always happy to help.'
What Customers Say
Such a cosy pub with a great atmosphere and the food was amazing!
Fine selection of beers, pleasant surroundings, lovely staff.
Excellent wine and beer at a good price.
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Practical Information
Contact
11 Old Church Rd, Harborne, Birmingham B17 0BB, United Kingdom
+44 121 428 4609Visit WebsiteView MenuFrequently Asked Questions about Bell Harborne
The Sunday roast is what brings people back—trio meat, lamb shank, and all the trimmings. They'll give you free extra gravy and Yorkshire pudding if you ask. Cheesecake gets specific praise. Expect £10–20 per main. It's not fancy, but reviewers compared it favourably to Birmingham's pricier restaurants.
The Bell accepts reservations, which you should use for Sunday lunch or groups. Walk-ins work fine on quieter days. No online booking system, so ring ahead or turn up.
Yes. Dogs are allowed and reviewers specifically mention popping in 'for a quick drink with the dogs.' It's casual enough that your dog won't feel out of place.
Small, cosy, and genuinely traditional—one regular said it 'feels like you are in the countryside' despite being in Harborne. The garden overlooks the bowling green and church. It's full by evening on weekends but never rowdy. One note: there's a TV showing ads that one reviewer wished would be removed.
Free street parking and a free car park on site. No stress.
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