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The Grove Bar & Restaurant

Restaurant Bar Pub

No-frills pub in a Victorian building, with an informal restaurant serving BBQ and Indian dishes. People often mention good, grill, mixed, great, nice, atmosphere, order, lamb, staff, naan,


Address

279 Grove Ln, Birmingham B20 2HA, United Kingdom

Website

www.facebook.com

Contact

+44 121 554 3120

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.40 (1.6K reviews)

Open on Google Maps

Working Hours

  • Tuesday: 12 to 10:45 PM
  • Wednesday: 12 to 10:45 PM
  • Thursday: 12 to 10:45 PM
  • Friday: 12 to 10:45 PM
  • Saturday: 12 to 10:45 PM
  • Sunday: 12 to 10 PM
  • Monday: 12 to 10:45 PM

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: good (36) grill (26) mixed (19) great (16) nice (14) atmosphere (13) order (10) lamb (9) staff (8) naan (8)
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  • 5/5 Cher W. 1 year ago on Google • 177 reviews
    First time visiting here for food with friends, and I was not disappointed! Food portions were generous, served hot and full of flavour. Atmosphere was chilled and laid back. Full of people from all walks of the community. I will definitely be back!
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Dal 1 year ago on Google • 350 reviews
    There was a time when I would tell everyone that this was the best pub for a desi mixi, so thought I'd pop in for the first time in years and see if it's still up there. In short, it wasn't. I had the Grove Special Mixed Grill which had nice lamb chops, good kebabs, salmon (which is quite a rare addition to a mixi, but not bad), and then was mostly loaded with bland tasting chicken in it. Surprisingly, no fish pakoras for such a big grill. The curry I had was also lacking some flavour. It just tasted of salt and not much else. Beer selection was ok, but sadly, this place has fallen behind in terms of food IMO. Also, they still don't have table service, so you still have to collect everything yourself when it's ready. Was very cold in there too, but nice interior furnishing and convenient car park.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ansar M. 1 year ago on Google
    Came here when they first opened. Food was great. Came back after the rebfurb it's actually so much better. The food is still good as ever. The atmosphere is bang on. It has a real community vibe. Only issue is the pool room's TV is a little loud 😂
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Tikka c. 1 year ago on Google
    The grove - Handsworth With a few recommendations to choose from the Grove in Handsworth was chosen as the destination of the next Tikka night. Having missed the last three due to work commitments i was very much looking forward to this one. When we arrived i was pleasantly surprised to see how busy it was. This always shows it is a good establishment. Having sat down for a quick pint of cobra we all decided to order. Having already checked the menu online i knew what i was having. The idea of having a buzzer and self service is great. Theres no miss communicating with bar/waitress staff as we have encountered in other establishments which was good. Masala Chips - finding a good masala chip is hard as found on previous excursions. These although a very generous portion they unfortunately didnt live up to much. I have had worse but also had much better 4/10 Masala sauce - a very good sauce to accompany the meal with. Right blend of spices to dip into. 7/10 Regular mixed grill - portion size was out of this world. If id known how big it was before hand id of asked to of shared with someone out of my group of friends. The lamb and chicken tikka absolutely melted in your mouth. Best chicken tikka meat iv had for a long while. The wings were ya standard tikka wings. Not amazing but not bad. Nice to have to large portions of sheesh kebab which went down lovely. 9/10 Cheese and garlic naan bread - now this is how you do a naan bread. This is up there with the best iv had. Cannot fault it for one bit. Not overpowering with garlic but just enough to have the bite. Lovely cheese pull with no grease. 10/10 Overall a great experience and i can see why it get so busy in there. Would definitely return Overall score 8/10
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Sharon C. 1 year ago on Google • 165 reviews
    I loved the food at the Grove Pub, Handsworth, Birmingham UK. We ordered the sampler grill platter. Everything was delicious. This place is a family favourite. It was very busy as usual and even though we had a large party the server seated us quickly, we didn't have a long wait. Great experience I wish I could go again.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Joanna in Wolverhampton E. 7 months ago on Google • 106 reviews
    Really lovely food! I had a Regular Mixed Grill and a Peshawari naan bread. It was HUGE! I enjoyed it and even took loads of it home!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jay S. 6 months ago on Google • 40 reviews
    This is a great pub with great food and a good selection of meals/currys to choose from. The lamb curry was simply perfect, done properly and with the right balance of spices and flavours. The fish pakora is the best I've tasted in any pub so far. The service is decent and the atmosphere is of a typical pub with lots of screens. Keep in mind that the food will all be prepared together so once they call you to collect your food you'll have all of it (starters and main course) in one go, so if you want to take it slow, just let them know in advance.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Edward G. 9 months ago on Google
    Beautiful food and plenty of it for the price. Reasonable drinks and a great atmosphere. Pool table and plenty of TVs. I always come here when I’m in town!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Carol B. 2 years ago on Google
    Enjoyed a great meal out with girlfriends, caters for all including vegan diet. Lovely atmosphere. Definitely a place to visit for truly authentic Indian food. Price more than cost effective.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Robert C. 2 years ago on Google
    Proper Indian Desi pub, good food, football and beer , even an outdoor area. A gem in Handsworth.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 PG 2 years ago on Google
    While visiting from California, our family took us to The Grove Bar & Restaurant for a proper pub and mixed grill experience. 😋 This is the first time I've tried a Mixed Grill and it was AMAZING! There was also a paneer skillet that they brought out, everything was delicious. The meat was tender, the sharp little chili peppers added the perfect little kick, and the sauces were perfectly complimentary. I might stop here before I visit family next time! 😄
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Belal B. 11 months ago on Google
    My favourite mixed grill place in Bham. There's an extensive number of vegetarian (soya, paneer etc.) things so pretty much everyone will find something lovely to eat. I wholeheartedly recommend the vegetarian mix grill platters
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Allison D. 2 years ago on Google
    Really great portion sizes and nice tasting meat. Had both the mixed grill and veg mixed grill, really tasty and would definitely go again. Also quite a lively atmosphere on weekends but food quality still seems to hold up.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Amrit k. 4 years ago on Google
    Amazing food and atmosphere.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Alex W. 2 years ago on Google
    Absolutely fantastic food and a great atmosphere. If you've not been, then get down there. Thanks
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Krishan G. 3 weeks ago on Google • 18 reviews New
    Tasty food with a nice atmosphere. All the staff are really good and supportive. I would recommend visiting this place

  • 4/5 Becky W. 5 months ago on Google • 16 reviews
    Food was beautiful best curry I've ever eaten (Lamb special rogan Ghost) Staff friendly. Portion sizes are huge! I will definitely return and it's Quite busy which is always a good sign. Would be nice to have a option for smaller rice portion sizes as in my group we wasted alot of the rice which I hate waste! Mixed grill was huge we had the 15pound one and we couldn't finish it. Only down side is the Toilets they were disgusting 🤢, that was the only let down.

  • 5/5 Joshan G. 2 years ago on Google
    Really great portion sizes and nice tasting meat. Had both the mixed grill and veg mixed grill, really tasty and would definitely go again. Also quite a lively atmosphere on weekends but food quality still seems to hold up.

  • 5/5 Savio D. 1 year ago on Google
    The gentleman at the counter who took our food order (3rd june) was polite and friendly. Food is authentic Indian cuisine. Loved the ambiance. Plenty of parking too.

  • 5/5 Ste G. 2 years ago on Google
    Been a few times for lunch whilst working in the area. Food is very nice mixed grill is good for the price, cooked quickly not had to wait an age for it. Definitely good to place for us when in the area.

  • 4/5 Christina H. 2 years ago on Google
    The review I gave previously wasin correct as I think the food fro this establishment is lovely the staff are always polite and welcoming

  • 5/5 Aden K. 4 years ago on Google
    Proper nice grub ?

  • 4/5 Mr M. 2 years ago on Google
    Portion sizes are good. However, I've had better lamb chops and the wings were very salty.

  • 5/5 Rohit C. 2 years ago on Google
    Excellent food authentic taste and value for money large portions friendly service good Ambience , perfect place to have a bite and watch your favourite sport

  • 5/5 rakbih s. 4 years ago on Google
    Good atmosphere and good hospitality

  • 5/5 Pinder D. 4 years ago on Google
    Great friendly place with great food!

  • 5/5 Avinash B. 2 years ago on Google
    Consistency is key. In my opinion this is the best mixed grill in the area. Always start here for food. Then head to other local eateries nearby. Always check this establishment out first then decide which is good. Service is on point but soft drinks can be a tad pricey otherwise the benchmark.

  • 5/5 mike b. 1 year ago on Google
    Excellent food. The taste is even better than I remember. Will definitely be going back. Very honest and caring staff who kept my jacket and wallet safe after I left them in the pub the other day. Thank you so much.

  • 4/5 JeffnDee (. 1 year ago on Google
    We brought food a little before closing and the order was incorrect. We had to wait the next day to resolve the order. To be fair after a little discussion they provided the correct order. Whilst the food is good it is a bit over priced so nor sure if we will use th again. Bur in general the food is good from here and the venue is good but can get noisy. If you do order takeaway make sure you check the receipt which lists your order

  • 5/5 James D. 1 year ago on Google
    The best food, can't wait till next time

  • 5/5 Kevin A. 1 year ago on Google
    Fresh and tasty food as always. And now there's doggy bags at the counter you can help yourself to if you don't manage to finish!.

  • 5/5 Trumpeyy 1 year ago on Google
    Food was delicious, strange to not have fish pakora on a large mixed grill mind. Other than that, great atmosphere, sport is on and good selection of beer 🍺

  • 1/5 Sandy 1 year ago on Google
    Looks the part but does not stand up to the reviews which people write about...found pieces of plastic in my nann bread which I mentioned to them. Just asked if I wanted another one. Too much ghee in the lamb Jalfrezi- swimming in it. Would not visit again and would not recommend.

  • 5/5 Oupkar K. 1 year ago on Google
    Always has delish food and plenty of veggie options. My fav are the chilli mushrooms and veg noodles.

  • 5/5 Richard B. 1 year ago on Google
    What can I say, an amazing food experience. The fish panoramic is to die for..

  • 5/5 Anna Z. 1 year ago on Google
    Lovely place for any occasion. Prices are not high, food quality is very good and you only wait maximum 10 minutes for the food to be ready. Drinks are also lovely. Would recommend anytime x

  • 5/5 Therealnickz 11 months ago on Google
    Great food and quick service. Lovely food and great prices

  • 5/5 Robert H. 7 months ago on Google
    Recommended to me by my Colleague, we ended visiting two nights in successsion, when working for the University. The second night to drink rather than eat, as we still were eating leftovers from the night before .. Good atmosphere for a week night, large venue, clean with well kept beer, which was cheap by comparison. Competitive prices for beer & food, compared to many restaurants in Manchester. Food was faultless, hot, well prepared & tasty. You order at the kitchen & the pager alerts to when your food is ready. They have boxes & bags for you to pack your leftovers & as the portions are big, you'll be taking food home. This system works really well & on the whole - given the prices are very reasonable for food & drink - I'd say this is a top place to eat - offering value for money & great food in a lively setting. Loads of locals of Asian heritage eating here, that's when you know it's good! Going back next week & looking forward to it ..

  • 4/5 leon l. 7 months ago on Google
    Eaten in and had take-aways for years here. Always tasty food. The mixed grill is great, plentiful and good value. But the curries are now £10 for a container take-away and expensive. Just a point, the chef that served me had handled food on a previous order, used the till and then took cash for my order - no hands-washing in between.

  • 5/5 C J Roberts SBK F. 3 weeks ago on Google • 4 reviews New
    Best Indian food I've ever had ever, unbelievable I love this place,owner is a very nice man and the chefs are excellent 👌

  • 5/5 David B. 3 years ago on Google
    Brilliant food and drink

  • 4/5 Shabad R. 3 years ago on Google
    Food is very tasty and reasonable prices.

  • 4/5 Anusha P. 3 years ago on Google
    There mixed grill is amazing and the portions sizes are good compared to a lot of other Asian grill restaurants.

  • 4/5 Kamal Davinder Singh R. 3 years ago on Google
    Nice bar good beer selection really nice food with their mixed grill, parts of the naan bread was a bit crispy but otherwise faultless

  • 5/5 Kev F. 3 years ago on Google
    Superb Desi Pub good. The mixed grill is particularly good value

  • 5/5 A.C.E 8. 3 years ago on Google
    Great food. Staff are lovely, building is no frills, food is always fresh, hot, delicious & flavoursome. Portions are a good size & presented well. This establishment is partaking in the 'Eat out to help out' initiative during August so its an absolute bargain. The mixed grill is a must & the naan is light and fluffy. The balti is my go to sauce here as the flavour is on point. Tables are quickly cleaned & the waiting time for food has never been a problem. Sitting waiting for food while piping hot, smoking grills waft past you is a killer, thankfully that's not the case. There's usually some sport on one of the many screens & pool tables up by the bar area. I dont have any criticism just a suggestion, maybe add a selection of ice cream (we grab a mcflurry on our way home, as its convenient & cheap, but would gladly give The Grove our money instead)

  • 4/5 Reuben M. 3 years ago on Google
    Excellent

  • 5/5 Marsha W. 3 years ago on Google
    Coconut naan, spicy prawns, the food is to die for. Came from London enjoyed my food.

  • 5/5 Raj B. 3 years ago on Google
    Always to dollar

  • 3/5 Tariq's L. 3 years ago on Google
    Good value for money. Decent venue

  • 5/5 Lynsey C. 3 years ago on Google
    Best balti

  • 5/5 chieh n. 3 years ago on Google
    Always comes here for their mix grill! Massive portion enough for two.

  • 5/5 Kin N. 5 years ago on Google
    The barbeque chicken and lamb is absolutely juicy and fragrant!!! Briyani rice is strongly flavoured and heavily-spiced. A great haven for foodies who love a kick to their taste buds.

  • 4/5 Amarpreet S. 4 years ago on Google
    Nice place for eat-in n take away lunch and dinner. They serve both veg n non veg. ( so not place for pure veg) otherwise good quality food, staff is nice n friendly, free car park. Accessable by bus route 11 nad 54 stops are right outside the restaurant.

  • 5/5 Parladh B. 5 years ago on Google
    Nice busy family atmosphere, always have a good experience coming here, I find myself coming back here even after visiting other places. Friendly staff, a lot busier and noisier on big sports nights so not the best for family meals, they cater for vegetarians as well send they do a really nice veg mixed grill. All in all its a good meal out

  • 5/5 Pat G. 4 years ago on Google
    Very popular venue for food, all sorts chicken, lamb, fish, chips, bbq chicken, lamb, they also have a bar. Place for families to go and enjoy meal out. Weekends are very busy

  • 5/5 Chris G. 4 years ago on Google
    Really good indian Mixed Grill, loved our visit and will definitely be back ?

  • 5/5 Shera S. 3 years ago on Google
    Food is brilliant and service is good nice place to go

  • 5/5 Kulbir G. 3 years ago on Google
    Best food I have ever eaten

  • 5/5 Vanessa F. 3 years ago on Google
    Amazing portion sizes n really tasty

  • 5/5 JB 4 years ago on Google
    One of the best places for a mixed grill in Birmingham.

  • 4/5 Anu M. 4 years ago on Google
    Great food - the regular mixed grill is really nice but the soy-based grill was fantastic and probably one of the best I’ve had. As stated, this is definitely a ‘no-frills’ venue with all focus on food and service. Wouldn’t be my first choice if I was entertaining guests but would definitely come here with friends.

  • 5/5 Adam C. 4 years ago on Google
    Menu options are top notch, super value from a lone dinner to extend family parties, been hear several times and will continue, staff all very welcoming and friendly.

  • 5/5 Ifrim I. 4 years ago on Google
    Ok

  • 5/5 jaswant s. 4 years ago on Google
    Good

  • 5/5 SHUBS R. 4 years ago on Google
    Love the food here staff are fantastic as well

  • 5/5 Sandip B. 4 years ago on Google
    Clean and family friendly

  • 3/5 Mitesh P. 4 years ago on Google
    Lost its charm and drinks expensive

  • 5/5 nicky a. 4 years ago on Google
    One of best grills in Birmingham

  • 4/5 yung_kid k. 4 years ago on Google
    The food is exceptional very flavoursome and good value for money. The decor and restaurant area is a little dated otherwise I would have give 5 stars.

  • 5/5 AYANA J. 4 years ago on Google
    Excellent place if you love tandoori dishes. I'm a big fan of fish chilli , Garlic naan,masala chips and chilli chips

  • 4/5 Theresa R. 4 years ago on Google
    I'm in love with their lamb chops...

  • 5/5 sandip r. 4 years ago on Google
    Family meal. The place was busy. The food arrived and was excellent. We had Chili Mushroom, Chili paneer, regular mixed grill, masala chips and garlic naan.

  • 4/5 Sudharshan Reddy P. 4 years ago on Google
    Usually good stuff what was expected

  • 3/5 Mark S. 4 years ago on Google
    Just the so good

  • 5/5 Rafal S. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Because it's fantastic !!!! (Original) Bo jest fantastycznie!!!!

  • 5/5 Jozef B. 4 years ago on Google
    Perfect place where to go with your family or friends. Excellent food ???

  • 5/5 Daniel A. 4 years ago on Google
    Bangin as usual. Much needed after a 20 mile run ?

  • 5/5 sanju v. 3 years ago on Google
    Home pub


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Amenities


  • Parking
    • ✓️ Free parking lot
    • ✓️ Plenty of parking
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Food
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Food at bar
    • ✓️ Hard liquor
    • ✓️ Free water refills
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible restroom
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Seating
    • ✓️ Outside food allowed
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Takeout
    • ✓️ Delivery
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating

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