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The Fox

Bar Pub

This festive LGBTQ-positive hangout with a dedicated pool room hosts DJs & karaoke nights. People often mention friendly, staff, great, night, atmosphere, garden,


Address

17 Lower Essex St, Birmingham B5 6SN, United Kingdom

Website

www.thefoxbar.co.uk

Contact

+44 7446 827098

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.60 (475 reviews)

Open on Google Maps

Working Hours

  • Wednesday: Closed
  • Thursday: 5 PM to 12 AM
  • Friday: 3 PM to 2 AM
  • Saturday: 3 PM to 2 AM
  • Sunday: 3 PM to 12 AM
  • Monday: Closed
  • Tuesday: Closed

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: friendly (12) staff (10) great (9) night (8) atmosphere (7) garden (6)
Reviews are sorted by relevance, prioritizing the most helpful and insightful feedback at the top for easier reference.
  • 5/5 Mark H. 1 year ago on Google
    After extensive testing we can confirm The Fox has the best mojitos in Birmingham….along with great staff and ambiance it’s well worth a visit
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 David J M. 8 months ago on Google
    Fun exciting and good smiley service lovely service nice and friendly well worth a visit

  • 5/5 J A. 1 year ago on Google
    Fantastic friendly atmosphere. Friendly crowd. Met some lovely people. I was there with a friend first time in that bar , will definitely go again. Well done The Fox you got our night out off to a really great start. 10 out of 10

  • 5/5 Theodora A. 5 months ago on Google
    The staff was so kind, great atmosphere and crowd 😊

  • 5/5 Cheri R. 5 months ago on Google
    Amazing pub. Was only visiting Birmingham for the day and stopped in for a few pints. Very welcoming and great atmosphere 😊 will definitely come back next time up there.

  • 4/5 Ardy 10 months ago on Google
    Small and intimate venue. Great for drinks and a chat in the beer garden or for a couple of games of pool in a queer space

  • 5/5 Anna M. 1 year ago on Google
    Went here just for a casual drink, it was super busy night, only one bartender was seen at the bar, her name was Megan, she was super helpful and entertaining, one of us had birthday and she came out to the garden with fre shot for my friend 🥰 we really enjoyed our night in here mainly because of Megan 🥰🥰

  • 5/5 hannah 1 year ago on Google
    i love this pub! it’s so cute and inviting! the garden is adorableeeee and the best in birmingham <3333 ON TOP OF THAT… ALLLLLL the staff are LOVELY 10/10! megan is sooo sweet, she gave me a complimentary bday shot completely outta nowhere and was sosososoo lovely!!! <33 girlie give her a raise bcos she’s so sweet n a GREAT addition to The Fox team :))) <333 (working a busy night all by herself too when all cyclists are here lol)

  • 5/5 Colin S. 10 months ago on Google
    Great little pub. Totally buzzing with dj and live music at the same time in different areas. Drinks reasonably priced and friendly staff.

  • 5/5 colin s. 10 months ago on Google
    Brilliant bar with live music friendly and welcoming staff, the highlight of our whole weekend. Great atmosphere, a treat from the usual main street dj bars.

  • 5/5 Emma w. 1 year ago on Google
    One I love this place always friendly and such a good vibe. Megan tonight was absolutely amazing and an absolute sweet heart, gave my girl friend a shot as it was her birthday a few days ago and took her photo. Amazing service and a positive vibe, litterly the sweetest lady WHAT MORE CAN I SAY!!!, and made our night out so much more special. Love her Megan you are amazing <3 <3 <3

  • 5/5 Angela K. 10 months ago on Google
    So glad we were told about this place it made our trip to Birmingham finding this hidden gem off the main road. Live country-vibe band playing cover versions and original tracks in the beer garden. Quirky instagramable decor, dj for dancing or even game of pool. Made to feel like friends by the staff. A must visit if in the city.

  • 3/5 Cassie G. 9 months ago on Google
    Nice LGBTQ bar/pub in Birmingham. Good outdoor seating area and a nice atmosphere in the bar. Also great to see visible trans solidarity on display, which is sadly something you don't see at that many venues. Had a good night here overall, felt the security was a little overzealous and confrontational though, particularly for a queer venue.

  • 5/5 Andy M. 1 year ago on Google
    Fantastic bar with great staff. Outside has a rather large covered garden area that houses a stage for shows. Be sure to try the cocktails!!

  • 5/5 Jay L. 1 year ago on Google
    Great inclusive lesbian leaning bar. Friendly and homely. Great beer garden! Family friendly. Good vibe and music. A regular type pub!

  • 2/5 Harvey Pincay N. 1 year ago on Google
    There's one very rude and obnoxious member of bar staff there. We were polite to her she just took an instant dislike to questions it seemed.

  • 5/5 Angel S. 1 year ago on Google
    By far my favourite place to go to everytime I go out with my mates on a night out we will always end up in the fox its always so friendly and never no drama its also trans friendly for those that are trans and feel uncomfortable in other places on the gay scene the fox will make u feel welcome and not judge u

  • 5/5 Charlie H. 1 year ago on Google
    Love this bar, great place with friendly staff, karaoke is always a good time as a spectator. Reasonably price drinks and a lovely atmosphere.

  • 1/5 Luke S. 1 year ago on Google
    I am very disappointed with the fox after they refused to serve me a free second tap water on a 20+ degrees summers day. They said that if I want another water I will have to take it out in a cup and leave or buy a lemonade. After supporting them financially for the past several years I used to think this was a queer friendly space. Especially being a sober person too. It is such a shame as I really liked the venue and the performances. Please provide the staff more empathy training in future. I won’t be going there again.

  • 2/5 Hamidreza V. 1 year ago on Google
    we were there since 11pm and after having a few drinks just after 1am we only wanted to have some shots and they said they were closed!!! while still the music was being played, people were still inside and also their closing time is 3am. They are not friendly at all. Won’t recommend it tbh.

  • 5/5 Janine W. 1 year ago on Google
    Love this place really great atmosphere and very friendly. We go on a Saturday night, music is always great. We only have to walk through the door and our drinks are on the bar.


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Amenities


  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Food
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Dancing
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Hard liquor
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Seating
  • Service options
    • ✗ Takeout
    • ✗ Delivery
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating

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