Father's Day In Birmingham

Let's admit it; it can be hard to find the perfect present for dad on his big day. So to make sure you're not giving him socks again, we're rounding up all the best places to treat him to a proper day out this 15th of June. From delicious steak dinners and dart-throwing experiences to some stunning spots for Sunday roasts and relaxed pints, read on to find out our top picks for Father's Day in Birmingham.

Last edited by Jasmine Lee Kennedy

Last updated on 2nd July 2024




Browns Brasserie & Bar Birmingham

Treat your dad to a delicious Father's Day meal at Browns Brasserie & Bar Birmingham. This bright and spacious haunt is located in the city centre, and boasts wall-to-ceiling windows, soft, velvet furnishings and a quaint bistro feel. It's open from brunch through to dinner, so swing by for a bite of its famous lobster Benedict (£15.50) on a toasted English muffin, or devour a hearty Sunday roast, complete with either sirloin of beef, garlic, lemon and thyme chicken, salt slow-cooked pork belly or a root vegetable and cranberry affair. 

Treetop Golf Birmingham

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If you've got a dad with a competitive streak, then a trip to Treetop Adventure Golf has to be on the cards. Make your way around two 18-hole mini golf courses at this venue that's found right in the Bullring, with fun jungle themes and even group packages for six or more guests, which includes welcome drinks, food from the Pizza Cabana and more.

Best Sunday Roasts In Birmingham

If nothing would warm your dad's heart more than a piled-high plate of grub, then have a read of our guide to the best Sunday roasts that our city has to offer. From famous Grade II-listed pubs to venues with their very own gin distillery for amazing drinks to accompany your meal, check out your meaty (or vegetarian) meals here.

Indico Mailbox

Take your dad for a meal at Indico Mailbox this Father's Day and delight in cuisine taking inspiration from the bustling streets of North India. You'll notice vibrant Punjabi culture among the decor and art fixed to this cosy haunt's walls and delight in a menu complete with fragrant curries. Gobble down hot chaats, chilli paneer, bhel puri and more, then finish with gulab jamun AKA soft milk dumplings that a deep fried and then soaked in a rose-scented sugar syrup.

F1® Arcade – Birmingham

If your dad's really into his cards then you're going to score bonus points this Father's Day by taking him to the F1® Arcade - the world's first official simulator of its kind and racing experience. Revel in incredible technology and full-motion simulators as you compete throughout the day before devouring a quality spread afterwards. Surrounded by vibrant decor and cars fixed to the ceiling, you can much on Asian-inspired plates such as crispy coconut tiger prawns with XO mayo, BBQ corn ribs and Tandoori chicken tacos, before hitting up the luxurious cocktail bar to quench your thirst with a Pole Position (Chase gin, pink grapefruit, egg white and lemon). 

Marco Pierre White Steakhouse Bar & Grill

Marco Pierre White Steakhouse Bar & Grill is known for its pretty rooftop, but it's also fronting a superb Father's Day Sunday roast in Birmingham. Whether he fancies roast sirloin of beef, succulent loin of pork, lamb, chicken or a plant-based alternative, he can also dig into roast potatoes, Yorkshire puds and indulgent cauliflower cheese (with wine pairings and pints too).

Yakinori Solihull

Slurp some seriously good noodles at this independent spot in Touchwood Spring Shopping Centre. Decorated with luminous pink panels and Japanese artwork, Yakinori is the ideal place to inhale a mouthwatering meal with dads this Father's Day. Browse an extensive menu that includes firecracker karaage chicken with wok-fried soba noodles (not for those with a low spice tolerance), delicious bento boxes and hand-rolled maki, then wash it down with a customised bubble tea. 

Vietnamese Street Kitchen, Bullring

You'll find Vietnamese Street Kitchen in Bullring or at Resorts World dishing out tempting plates and posing as the biggest restaurant of its kind in the UK. The independently owned, family-run business is adorned with multi-coloured lanterns and features glossy wooden floors and dangling plants making it a pretty location to dine in. The menu boasts traditional plates with a modern twist, such as fried dumplings filled with king prawns or duck, summer rolls, and customisable 'big bowls' of lemongrass beef curry, crispy belly pork or salt and chilli bites. What's more, you can enjoy two cocktails for £14 all day, every day too. 

Birmingham Fun Puzzle Treasure Hunt! Singe route or double for racing!

@ Birmingham New Street Station on Various dates from Saturday 21st December 2024

One of the more fun Father's Day gift ideas in Birmingham, this outdoor treasure hunt is fab for the whole fam. You'll be given a compass and clues to solve puzzles and travel to some excellent city landmarks - if you're lucky, you'll get to find the treasure and get 20% off your bill at the pub.

The Botanist, Birmingham – Temple Street

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An Instagrammable restaurant if we ever did see one, The Botanist on Temple Street is a floral-adorned space with eclectic light fixtures and pretty patio tiles. As well as hosting live music throughout the week, it's also home to an array of pub classics and modern dishes. Begin your Father's Day meal with one of its signature cocktails, like the gin-based Plant Pot or a rhubarb and sage spritz, before moving on to moreish mains like their world-famous hanging kebabs, followed by an Oreo cookie dough dessert. Their roasts are not to be missed either, with slow roast honey-glazed pork belly up for the munching.

Orelle

Orelle is a French-inspired rooftop restaurant that's sure to have your dad's head spinning on Father's Day this year. There are floor to ceiling windows with panoramic views over the city from Birmingham's tallest building, which is found on Colmore Row. On the menu? The likes of Longhorn beef tartare with marmite egg yolk jam, Shimeji and parmesan tuile to start and slow-cooked lamb shoulder with pea, asparagus and lamb jus for mains.

The Big Birmingham Bake

@ The Big Birmingham Bake on Various dates from Saturday 21st December 2024

Master bakers rejoice; get your father the gift of a trip to the tend for The Big Birmingham Bake, which can be found on Floodgate Street in Digbeth. With 90 minutes to bake, pairs to head-to-head with each other to see which duo will be crowned the winner of the day - with all equipment, ingredients and instruction included.

Riva Blu - Birmingham

Perhaps some authentic Italian eats are on the cards this Father's Day, and if that's the case then book a table at Riva Blu. The tranquil restaurant flaunts teal interiors that transport you straight to Southern Italy while remaining firmly on Temple Row. Among dainty golden light fixtures, watch scrumptious plates come to life in an open kitchen before tucking into the likes of linguine frutti di mare, Napoletana pizza or a delicious Sunday roast. Think prime leg of lamb or grass-fed beef rump, served to your liking, alongside all the trimmings.