Gusto Italian - Birmingham is a italian restaurant in Jewellery Quarter, Birmingham. Rated 4.4 stars from 2698 Google reviews. Known for pizza bases that justify the trip and service staff who run their section like they own it. Best for bottomless brunch and group dinner. Ranked #13 of 19 in Jewellery Quarter. Price range: €€.
Rankings updated April 2026
Gusto Italian - Birmingham
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in Jewellery Quarter
Holding steady
Quick Verdict
Yes—reviewers return for the pizza bases and the service staff who actually remember you. The food's reliable rather than revelatory, but the hospitality is what sticks.
You want Italian that doesn't pretend to be fine dining, reliable wine, and staff who'll treat your group or kids as people rather than covers.
About Gusto Italian - Birmingham
Gusto Italian is a full-service restaurant in the Jewellery Quarter serving Italian food across lunch, dinner, and brunch. The space has hard surfaces and an open layout. Noise travels when groups fill the room, though reviewers often describe the atmosphere as comfortable and current. Pizzas arrive with thin bases and generous toppings; mains include carbonara, sea bass, and scallops. The wine list and cocktails are strong enough that they're mentioned in Google highlights. Service is the standout: reviewers name staff members (Agnes, Affan, Nick, Maria, Monet) repeatedly, praising them for attentiveness, knowledge, and the ability to handle large groups and children without dropping pace. Bottomless brunch is popular and draws reservations. A two-course meal with wine runs around £70–£140 depending on what you order and whether you're on the brunch offer. The restaurant accepts cards, mobile payments, and has a bar for walk-ins. Wheelchair access throughout.
What Stands Out
Pizza bases that justify the trip
"We had 2 pizzas and the quality of the base was amazing, and the toppings were very very plentiful." Reviewers specifically praise the thin, well-executed dough—it's the dish that gets mentioned by name.
Service staff who run their section like they own it
Agnes appears in 6 of the 15 reviews, each time with specific praise: "ran her area with military precision whilst remaining personable and friendly", "very attentive", "knowledgeable, fun". Other staff (Affan, Nick, Maria, Monet) receive similar named mentions. This isn't generic hospitality—reviewers remember individuals.
Bottomless brunch that works for groups and families
Three separate reviews highlight the brunch experience: "Bottomless brunch made all the better by our amazing server Agnes", "She was very attentive and we had a fabulous time for bottomless brunch", and a reviewer celebrating a child's 10th birthday called it a "lovely time". The menu includes kids' options and high chairs.
What Customers Say
Food was brilliant, we had 2 pizzas and the quality of the base was amazing, and the toppings were very very plentiful.
Bottomless brunch made all the better by our amazing server Agnes.
Food was great, deliver in prompt manner.
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Practical Information
Contact
Unit 10, The Grand Hotel, Colmore Row, Birmingham B3 2BS, United Kingdom
+44 121 200 2400Visit WebsiteView MenuFrequently Asked Questions about Gusto Italian - Birmingham
Reservations are required for dinner and brunch, recommended for lunch. Walk-ins can use the bar area if the dining room's full, but you won't guarantee a table without booking.
Hard surfaces mean sound carries. One reviewer noted it's "rather high" when large groups are in, especially if you're noise-sensitive. The bar area (where walk-ins sit) tends to be quieter than the main dining room.
A two-course meal with wine runs £70–£140 depending on what you order. One reviewer paid £140 for two including a £38 bottle of wine, starters, mains, desserts, and liqueur coffees. Pizzas and small plates are on the lower end; mains and wine push it higher.
Yes. The restaurant has a kids' menu, high chairs, and staff who engage well with children. A reviewer celebrated a 10th birthday here and called the staff "incredible with our children".
The pizzas—reviewers consistently praise the thin base and generous toppings. Mains like carbonara and sea bass work well. Tiramisu and eclairs are mentioned as desserts worth ordering. Vegan options are available if needed.
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