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Bar + Block Steakhouse Birmingham City Centre (Waterloo Street)

Restaurant Cafe Bar Breakfast restaurant Hamburger restaurant Family restaurant Pub Bar and grill Steak house British restaurant

Meat-specialist restaurant with a wide menu of steaks and burgers, grilled to order. People often mention steak, service, staff, good, nice, recommend, cooked, time, great, friendly,


Address

3-6 Waterloo St, Birmingham B2 5PG, United Kingdom

Website

www.barandblock.co.uk

Contact

+44 121 227 5139

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.20 (1.4K reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Thursday: 6:30 am to 11 pm
  • Friday: 6:30 am to 11 pm
  • Saturday: 7 am to 11 pm
  • Sunday: 7 am to 10:30 pm
  • Monday: 6:30 am to 11 pm
  • Tuesday: 6:30 am to 11 pm
  • Wednesday: 6:30 am to 11 pm

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: steak (28) service (25) staff (20) good (17) nice (16) recommend (16) cooked (14) time (13) great (13) friendly (12)
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  • 3/5 Olivia W. 2 years ago on Google
    This place is a bit of a mixed bag. The first time we went on a Saturday night, it was fantastic. I loved the steak, it was a huge filling portion and very reasonably priced. We had a great time, and the atmosphere, the food, and the drinks were all perfect for an anniversary dinner. We so thoroughly enjoyed ourselves that we decided to return the following day for the Sunday roast, thinking we would experience much of the same. However this was only setting us up to be disappointed. The roast was, well, fine. Nothing truly special, and we were surprised that somewhere that had served us such delicious food the previous day could produce something so average. We ate most of it, and largely wished we had perhaps opted for another steak. That is, after all, what this place is. Lesson learned: go to a steakhouse, order the steak.
    9 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Heen 9 months ago on Google
    Not a busy day, food served late, cold and slow service. Definitely understaffed/incompetent staff. Warm lighting but don’t come in a rush. Food not spicy/not flavourful but decent quality meat. Ordered three starters and a burger, took 2 hours to come. When arrived, most food was lukewarm. Staff had to be asked several times for takeaway box, menus, to bring drinks, to pay for the bill (had to wait an extra 45mins for bill and one take away box). Spoke to manager who gave 25% off on food next time (that’s the promotional offer on at the moment generally though, won’t be coming again) and manager explained they had pre-booked reservations so they were busy while we had been eating. However, only half the restaurant was filled that day. Dissatisfied.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Alison A. 1 year ago on Google
    The food was OK. I went with my team from work at lunchtime. We had the set menu which offered a nice choice. The open club sandwich was good apart from the egg not being cooked all the wsg through
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Richard N. 8 months ago on Google
    Incredibly poor value for money. Steak and chips is exactly that...steak and a handful of chips, not even a tomato or anything else on the side. Save yourself a small fortune and buy some steak from your local butcher, cook some chips and nice side dishes. It will be far better than this. Hardly surprising it's pretty empty on a Saturday night!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Rach Y. 1 year ago on Google
    We had a most wonderful evening,we rang to see if they could fit us in on a busy Saturday night, Shara very kindly squeezed us in and was very welcoming and friendly on our arrival. Two of our party had the 8oz rump steak, it was beautifully tender and tasty. My daughter had the salmon and that was fantastic too. We had a lovely bottle of wine and finished off our meal with the superb sharing cheese platter. We were looked after by Vlad, very attentive, all in all a fantastic evening, thank you, we will definitely return when we visit Birmingham next.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Chris B. 1 year ago on Google
    4 Stars given because of a 5 Star experience on Saturday night were we had a burger with salad and fries and my other half had the Salmon which was absolutely fantastic. But then on Sunday night had a Steak which after four bights and four mouth fulls of fat and gristle I had to send back and it put me off having anything else. A real shame after such a great first experience. Great staff, really pleasant and helpful. Good choice of drinks and a nice place to be in. Will definitely give it another try.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Casey O. 2 years ago on Google
    Ate here for 3 nights as I was staying in the Premier Inn. Food was amazing. Steak was cooked to perfection and the halloumi fries were delicious. As good as the steak was I would defo reccomend the mighty block burger it was my favourite meal of the 3 days the brisket was cooked to perfection. The mac and cheese is a delicious side dish to add and the sticky toffee pudding was so good, it was full of flavour and still fluffy and not overdone. The staff were all amazing they were attentive and quick and i wasnt waiting long for anything. When I was seated I was given complimentary beef popcorn, I initially thought I had misheard but it was definitely beef popcorn and it is now my new obsession. It sounds weird but it works. I would recommend based off the staff and popcorn alone. But the food was also really good
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Paul E. 1 year ago on Google
    Called in here after seeing them when staying at premier inn Waterloo street Birmingham. The staff were friendly and helpful and found us a table even though it was a couple of days after our night in the hotel. The buffet style breakfast was excellent, even though it was buffet the cooked stuff was hot and fresh prepared in full view of the guests. It would be easy to pig out so self restraint was necessary! The Continental breakfast was also excellent. We can highly recommend this restaurant thank you.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 John C. 1 year ago on Google
    We have had a few great meals here over the years but this was our first Sunday lunch. All was very good, unusually the roast beef was more akin to a thin slice of steak, not that this is a criticism. I did feel for just the two staff who were on duty, they were run ragged, yes it was a bit slow, but did a reasonable job under the circumstances. A further midweek visit seemed to confirm that they have staffing issues but on this occasion we felt as though we were invisible which would be some feat for a party of seven. To say we were ignored would be an understatement and can only put it down to bad management and/or incompetence.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Marco R. 1 year ago on Google
    The meat is super good and available at a great price. I come here when I want to treat myself to a tasty steak. The dinosaur rib is incredibly tender and I definitely recommend it.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Ruth L. 8 months ago on Google
    Visited here today for a Sunday roast as it is definitely one of my current cravings and Sunday favourites .. The roast beef was burnt, the roast potatoes under cooked and hard and not even brown. The cauliflower cheese was half portioned over a very disappointed experience.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 C R. 7 months ago on Google
    Came here yesterday for lunch. We were greeted with a smile and shown to our table where our wonderful waitress, Katie O, made us feel welcomed and ensured we had a brilliant visit. She was attentive and very helpful when recommending things from the menu. The food was extremely good value for money. Portions plentiful and tasted great and the drinks were very affordable too. Will definitely be returning in future.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Andy H. 3 months ago on Google New
    First time here. Fantastic steak,had to send the chips back as they were cold. Paid for onion rings which didn't arrive. Service was a bit slow. Nice decor though and very clean. Wouldn't rush back tbh.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Dong P. 3 years ago on Google
    I had an excellent in this place. We enjoyed the extraordinary environment and the menu. The staff were super affable. I’m glad we finally decided to try this restaurant.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 nigel m. 4 years ago on Google
    Very impressed with service & food quality. Recommended

  • 5/5 popsy f. 4 years ago on Google
    Great steak, nice atmosphere and décor.

  • 5/5 Andrew H. 4 years ago on Google
    Great steak, mac n cheese was decent. Triple cooked fries could have been better. Very friendly staff, genuinely nice people. The girl from the noisy table that fell on her heels was worth coming for. Very amusing.

  • 4/5 Sylvia W. 4 years ago on Google
    First time here for the quick menu. Good choice below £10 including a drink, great for workers on lunch break and for small appetites. Not too busy today. Didn't look at the main menu to see the prices but nice place and service.

  • 5/5 Tracey J. 4 years ago on Google
    Lovely food lovely staff and great value for money

  • 5/5 Taher K. 1 year ago on Google
    Good stakes. That garlic and olive dressing is really delicious. Great hospitality by our host (lora). Went again there. Wow...... just wow. Short rips were from heaven

  • 5/5 Peter L. 4 years ago on Google
    Great stake

  • 5/5 Robert H. 4 years ago on Google
    This spot offers wonderful service as well as yummy food. One of my favourite places in the area. The food and drinks served rapidly and the prices were affordable. I recommend this place.

  • 4/5 paul b. 6 months ago on Google
    Began with a Birra Moretti, which was quite flat and not very good. My second drink was an Asahi, which was a lot better. I had the butchers block meal for around £15. The sausages were cooked to perfection and the sauces were exceptional. I didn't think too much of the French fries. My date had the chicken souvlaki on a skewer for around £20. The souvlaki was superb. Look forward to returning and trying the steak. Bar service could be improved.

  • 5/5 jack w. 2 years ago on Google
    I went here for a meal with my friend and it was nice. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone.

  • 5/5 Roz R. 1 year ago on Google
    Best steakhouse in town, food always amazing, staff especially Emily made this very pleasant evening.she was so polite, efficient and friendly.

  • 5/5 Thomas K. 1 year ago on Google
    Awesome steak house. Had the 12oz fillet which was delicious and reasonably priced. Servers were friendly and accommodating. The place was very quiet so we didn't get to experience the atmosphere but the food and service was wonderful. The homemade steak sauce they make up is to die for. Only negative were the onion rings which weren't very nice. Around £150 for starters mains sides and 4 alcoholic drinks for 3 people. The place is definitely recommended.

  • 4/5 Ace S. 1 year ago on Google
    Food was good and the servers were polite and helpful, they were also quick to respond to my personal requests which I appreciate.

  • 5/5 Rebecca L. 11 months ago on Google
    Great for a late lunch early dinner with a set menu. The service was great!

  • 5/5 Charlie 8 months ago on Google
    We went for bottomless brunch, we were welcomedbto our table, vegan brunch was amazing, I recommend chimi churi veg, service was outstanding. We were served by Jacob who was professional, very friendly and chatty. It was really good to have a naturally personable waiter . We were left with great memories, he's an asset to Bar and Block. Will definitely ho back there. Cocktails are amazing

  • 4/5 Martinus 8 months ago on Google
    A cozy place in the centre of Birmingham. When I arrived(5PM, Thursday), the place was almost empty. I had a Classic Burger and my two friends had The Stack. All of us enjoyed ourselves. The burger was just the right size - not too big or too small. The burger meat was the biggest part of the burger and it was amazing, overflowing with juices and flavour. Fries were crunchy and the entire meal was of perfect size - just enough to make you perfectly full. Overall, a very pleasant place with good and affordable food.

  • 5/5 Kinmont W. 8 months ago on Google
    What amazing food! Probably one of the best steaks we've had in the region for some time. Attentive and lovely staff. An all round great experience.

  • 5/5 Monty M. 5 months ago on Google
    We came here for Sunday breakfast after a late night. It was buffet style of excellent quality, and for the price, I cannot see how it could be beaten. Impeccable service as well made this one of the best breakfasts had. I now have to come back in the evening to try their steaks!

  • 1/5 Libby G. 4 months ago on Google
    First and last time we’ll be visiting. Waited forever for our food to be served, and then had to wait over an hour for the bill. Plates weren’t cleared after paying the bill either! Not once did any staff member come back to check on us, from the time we entered to the time we left we spoke to a staff member twice. Ordered a £30 fillet medium rare which was served rare, the fact this is supposedly a steak house, you’d expect the steak to be cooked as requested. Sauce is served in what can only be compared to a shot glass, and a handful of chips, for the price I’d expect a little more. As no one checked everything was okay with our food, I ended up leaving the lot, minus a few chips. Definitely won’t be returning ever again.

  • 2/5 D W. 4 months ago on Google
    On the first entry, we were greeted nicely, and our waitress introduced herself to us and was quite bubbly. Then it went downhill. The food was ok, nothing special. Had to WAIT for our main course to arrive. Would have said that was ok, IF they were busy, but they weren't HAD to WAIT after calling for the bill TWICE again they weren't busy. Other people next to us were complaining about the food being cold. to cap it all off, had the waitress spill ketchup all over my jeans. Though she apologized, I would have expected (maybe/hopefully) for something of the bill. The desert was nice though. Not going back also

  • 5/5 Claire M. 3 years ago on Google
    Wow, this place does not disappoint, 10/10 for food and service. This is my second visit here and can honestly say best steak ive had the pleasure of eating hands down, it just melts in the mouth, absolutely delicious and packed full of flavour. My fella had the steak sampler, 4oz each of fillet, rump and sirloin, literally not a crumb left on his plate! I had the 8oz fillet, the fave! And also tried the dirty fries this time and I 100% recommend 👌. Do yourself and your taste buds a favour and book a table! Our next visit is going to be on a Sunday for the roast dinner! Cant wait! 😋

  • 5/5 Cally R. 3 years ago on Google
    The service and food were just brilliant. Servers and friendly and happily help with food and drink choices if asked. The food is great, cooked just as you like to order. Will definitely be back here.

  • 5/5 Steven B. 3 years ago on Google
    Staff and Food are fantastic

  • 4/5 richard g. 3 years ago on Google
    Not enough meat on the Sunday dinner, but what they did serve with the veg was delicious

  • 1/5 rebecca b. 3 years ago on Google
    "Ricardo" manager was lovely & understanding.. however soon as enered the restaurant we were made to feel rushed, was not told that peppercorn sauce wasn't on the menu & steaks weren't cooked as we had asked for order was completely wrong.

  • 5/5 Foziah G. 3 years ago on Google
    One of the best steakhouse at Birmingham

  • 5/5 Hajnalka D. 3 years ago on Google
    The food was excellent and the service was excellent too.

  • 1/5 Rakz P. 3 years ago on Google
    Covid less than basic services

  • 3/5 Bradley M. 3 years ago on Google
    Ordered the Chilli Non Carne but there wasn’t a lot of chilli, and most of it came cold but nice presentation and taste of the chilli - and at the time there was nothing on dessert menu that catered to Vegan/lactose; and it took so long to get service

  • 5/5 Mariana Z. 3 years ago on Google
    Unique, I highly recommend👍👍👍

  • 4/5 Gary R. 3 years ago on Google
    Friendly and efficient staff and enjoyed the food.

  • 5/5 Daniel C. 3 years ago on Google
    Best chips I've ever had with steak (beefdrip) , steak was Bob on too. Unfortunately for me the blonde waitress was resisting my ruggish good looks and remained completely professional. Shame, I bet chippala would be a nice change after all that steak every day.

  • 5/5 Emily W. 4 years ago on Google
    Honestly one of my favourite places to eat. Between the food, the service and the atmosphere, you honestly cannot go wrong! Highly recommend

  • 5/5 jackajukes 3 years ago on Google
    Had a great time at this restaurant and couldn’t recommend people to go there more. Had the most delicious food and drinks were perfect. On the Sunday had Joao as our waiter, such a nice guy to talk to and really friendly person with ambition for the place.

  • 5/5 Giancarlo B. 3 years ago on Google
    We met with friends at this place for lunch. my friend recommended this place. Well, it was very nice. The crew were extremely nice and we felt good. The meal was tasty. We loved this place a lot and we will visit this place again. We recommend this place to all.

  • 5/5 Anthony K. 3 years ago on Google
    Once again this place didn't fail to impress us. Great food at a reasonable price. Bit of a walk to the toilet or if you smoke. Due to covid rules but other then that prefect service and food. I had the stake sampler cooked brilliantly I highly recommend this

  • 5/5 Sidney S. 4 years ago on Google
    Situated near New Street station in Birmingham. Very nice steak restaurant. Friendly staff. Open kitchen. Lots of choice in steaks but they do have non-steak things like fish and chips. One part of the place is for eating, the other part is the bar where besides beer cocktails are served. Nice interior design with a neon cow so you can see from which part your piece of steak is coming from. Lots of choice in starters and deserts.

  • 5/5 Aliysa D. 3 years ago on Google
    We booked online a week which was really easy to book, this was under the covid-19 eat out to help out scheme. The venue looked really clean, tidy and well sign posted with distance signs. The food was great, came in good time of ordering. The service was ok, obviously the staff kept their distance due to covid. Staff didn’t wear any masks, and customers were seated one seat apart (at least 1 metre away) Overall it was good experience at this restaurant the food was lovely and I would recommend going. ☺️

  • 4/5 roy d. 3 years ago on Google
    Rib eye steak

  • 4/5 Brian D. 3 years ago on Google
    food and service was amazing, I highly recommend the mighty block burger and dirty fries...thank me later

  • 5/5 Speak Your h. 3 years ago on Google
    Truely wonderful place,you feel so welcomed and at home. Ricardo is an asset to the place,his character is so warm, friendly and charasmatic. With that he manages to give beautiful service and it feels effortless and you feel cared for. He naturally eases the customers with compassion like an old friend ,yet also manages to be professional and swift. When ever you go into a place you want to feel welcome and this is that place. Thankyou.

  • 5/5 Amanda d. 3 years ago on Google
    Great food and service

  • 5/5 Karla 3 years ago on Google
    Best food, lovely service from Joao who talked us through everything and gave us the best service!

  • 5/5 Alisha The Great C. 3 years ago on Google
    Customer service was excellent, very friendly and welcoming staff and the food was superb!!

  • 5/5 Pedro R. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Excellent service and food. (Original) Excelente serviço e comida.

  • 5/5 david k. 3 years ago on Google
    Great service and the steaks are ace

  • 4/5 Santino Graziano M. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Informal, right place for a quick but tasty meal, low prices (Original) Informale,posto giusto per un pasto veloce ma gustoso,prezzi contenuti

  • 5/5 Kelly H. 3 years ago on Google
    Great food, fab staff, recommend the fillet

  • 4/5 Martin F. 3 years ago on Google
    Not for the none meat lover. This is a Steakhouse, with a neon cow on the wall showing quite clearly from where your steak comes. A warm welcome followed by some warm popcorn, and a menu with a good selection of dishes but mostly focused on, guess what, STEAK. My rib-eye was well cooked and seasoned with some three times cooked chips. You pay a bit more of you want some healthy vegetables. Overall a nice places, doubles as a breakfast room in the morning, and a pretty passable steak.

  • 5/5 AdamChips 3 years ago on Google
    lovely food

  • 5/5 Leanne R. 3 years ago on Google
    Staff are brilliant, friendly and very efficient. Food was delicious and prices are very reasonable. Would definitely recommend

  • 3/5 Kevin M. 3 years ago on Google
    The food was good, but the service let it down. No salt on the table and none offered (nor any saucess, although the adjacent table were offered both when their food arrived - my waitress was gone as soon as she dumped the food) and the staff seemed to be avoiding my end of the dining room. Also, after clearing the dessert, it took about 25 minutes for the bill to arrive. It's a shame, as the food was tasty and the steak was perfectly cooked.

  • 5/5 Caroline D. 3 years ago on Google
    Service was immaculate, clean and friendly atmosphere. Thank you to Ricardo and Jacob- really bubbly staff members.

  • 3/5 Vince O. 3 years ago on Google
    Service was fantastic by our server Jacob, but when he put the meals on the table I almost fell off my chair laughing, there was a small piece of meat and a small container with about 10 chips in it. No mushrooms, no peas, no onion rings so had to order a side order of onion rings. Great restaurant but address the portion sizes and put some extras on the plate.


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Amenities


  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Food
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Spirits
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Food at bar
    • ✓️ Braille menu
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Happy-hour drinks
    • ✓️ Vegetarian options
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible toilet
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible seating
    • ✗ Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Brunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
    • ✓️ Breakfast
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✗ Delivery
    • ✗ Takeaway

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