Cafe Viola in Solihull

I have been curious about this café as it serves organic coffee so I went for breakfast. The staff are very welcoming and friendly so this is great, but he coffee wasn´t very good. I ordered a flat white and it didn´t have the intensity of a normal flat white, it was very bland, it tasted more like milk with a bit of coffee. I also ordered an omellette and I wasn´t impressed about it. The place it is lovely but it needs a bit more effort in the food. I wouldn´t come back.

We were welcomed on arrival, and seated at a table in the middle of the venue. We studied the extensive menu and selected two Turkish themed dishes; both were well-presented and delicious. We selected a dessert from the large selection of cakes on display. We missed a wall poster outlining the cold soft drinks that were available, so drank water. Overall a most enjoyable experience, and the Viola Bistro is highly recommended.

Went to Violas with sisters and cousin.The food was excellent,had the best chicken caesar salad ever! Packed full of chicken,croutons etc and I was so full after it.Good value for money too.Staff were lovely, especially the young girl who served us.She is a credit to her parents.Can't wait to go again!

Enjoyed an excellent lunch at Viola I had three tapas, Tarragona, Toledo and Almeria. All very tasty and morish My wife had a baked potato with prawns and Marie Rose sauce. Also an excellent good value Chenin Blanc Shame it wasn’t busier and could be popular if it opened in the evenings

Always lovely service. Really pleasant staff. The Coffees are amazing. Delicious cakes & snacks. Would definitely recommend.

Food, drinks, service and ambience at Cafe Viola is all perfect. If you haven’t been yet then go, I can guarantee you will love it

Lovely welcome in this cafe which is more I can say for others in Knowle! Even the dogs were welcomed with puppucinos with a cookie on top. Milkshakes are delicious.

We hadn’t visited here before when we called in for a coffee on a cold January morning. We expected it to be a café but we’re surprised to find that there was a bistro menu with wine etc. It was well furnished / decorated and was larger than it looked from the roadside. We enjoyed two flat whites that were good quality but quite expensive at £2.95 each. The bistro menu looks quite interesting and reasonably priced, we may try again for lunch.

We had a small afternoon tea party for a family birthday and were looked after brilliantly. We discussed arrangements with the owner / manager beforehand and everything happened just as we wanted - a warm welcome, tea served on nice china, coffee drinkers very happy too, excellent sandwiches, sweet and savoury bites and a good range of cakes. Run by a Turkish family who are warm and hospitable, Viola offers the perfect antidote to the ‘chain’ experience. Thoroughly recommended.

OK, only there for a quick bite to eat and a couple of coffees for lunch. Food wise we went with paninis - ham and cheese for me and halloumi for the wife, both served with salad, one with crisps and one with chips. Very good! Service was very good as was the ambiance. We pass through Knowle often and this will not be the last time we drop in. The young girl, by the way, behind the counter who took our order and served us deserves a special mention and is one of the reasons we will be back.

Probably the best takeaway decaf cappuccino in a long time. Perfect foamy milk at the right temperature, and a lovely taste of coffee. And the croissant was lovely too - flaky, with a nice buttery flavour. All with great service. Thank you!

Fantastic coffee and cake and outstanding customer service. Family run business, clearly passionate about great coffee.

Cannot comprehend previous negative review. Have been customer at Viola for many years after recommendation. The family who own and staff are passionate about what they do.They have kept it open, dedicated to locals,throughout pandemic, for takeaway meals and coffee etc. I have had coffee throughout but had first dinner last night since March 2020,due to sheltering.Measures in place superior to other retail outlets and certainly, neighbouring establishments. Atmosphere safe and relaxing and service from Dilara immaculate, as ever, low key and first rate. If your idea of a good night out is,"Ready to order guys "and,everything alright for you guys"?,probably best to go to a chain/franchise If you seek indivuality,brave and personal food and service, Solihull is so lucky to have Viola. So go and show your support!

I have visited this restaurant twice and really want to enjoy it because it’s local and the food is nice but on both occasions the customer service is sadly lacking. The waitress is surly and borderline rude, during this difficult time for local businesses you would think that they would be happy for customers but today she made us feel that we were an inconvenience. Sorry won’t be back no third time lucky for me

Absolutely brilliant! Completely geared up for Covid free collection. Food, as always, of the highest standard and very generous portions. We strongly advise trying this take away.

Always friendly service and lovely well presented fresh food. Would recommend. Covid safe. The Viola cafe bar is a great place to try something new and exciting. I have been numerous times for coffee and cake/ teacakes. Also tried the Mediterranean salads. In the evening it's a different experience with a feeling of being on holiday in the sun! Lovely Turkish meatballs.

Temperature checks are made at the door as you need to enter to order even if sitting at one of the outdoor tables. Layout looked to be easily meeting the requirements for social distancing and the coffee was as good as ever.

We were recommended this restaurant during the Eat Out to Help Out month of August 2020 and we are so glad we went. The food was lovely and with decent portions which was surprising. All COVID measures seem to be in place but nevertheless the atmosphere was homely, the welcome was warm and the service was really great. Highly recommended.

Very good set menu including essentially all the less complicated stuff from the a la carte, and a good range of starters, prosecco when you arrive and a sorbet between starter and main, with baklava to finish. All very tasty and incredibly good value for 2 people.They do a wine tasting with a small range of lebanese, italian and turkish wines, for a very reasonable price, which I enjoyed.All compliant with covid restrictions.We will be back!

I took my Mother and family for lunch after the UK lockdown. The staff had made a massive effort to ensure that we all felt safe and had the best experience. The food was superb (my Paella was great) and we had a good time. The waitress was really friendly and was great with my Mother who is not that mobile.

Had the set menu which had a great selection (sometimes set menus can be naff), I had camembert to start followed by the duck, and my husband had chicken wings and moroccan chicken - all of it was beautiful! Had a couple of bottles of lovely wine with it, service was lovely. Definitely not our last visit!

Not knowing the area, we came across this restaurant following a recommendation from the local chemist. All I can say is that the staff couldn't be more helpful and polite. The range of dishes all fit into the Mediterranean mould. We had a simple lunch which was great with fantastic coffee. Lovely to find and support a local business in these difficult times. Keep up the good work.

Got brought a gift voucher for Xmas to use at this restaurant. Well it was amazing - we went for the set menu 49 pound for two and that was for 3 courses plus sorbet and a glass of Prosecco. Every course was simply perfect - I went for the camabert to start followed by slow pork belly. It was all cooked to perfection and the taste of the accompanying vegetables was so so good. My husband had the pork belly bites to start followed by Moroccan chicken and again he loved it. The ambience in the restaurant is lovely - very much like a bistro and very intimate. The waitress was lovely - we were never hurried or left too long - it was perfect. Highly recommend - we will definitely go back soon

I really wanted to like this place and, as other reviewers have noted, initially liked the fact it was an independent and not part of a chain.We booked a £49.00 four course meal for two on Groupon and, first disappointment, was being shown the menu where the rack rate for the four course set menu was.....£49.00 and not the £89.00 shown on Groupon!! Very naughty.I ordered the anitpasto and, as another reviewer has commented, expected a selection of cold cuts and cheese but instead got two slices of chiabbata, with some pesto from a jar spread on, topped with two wan slices of cheese, a couple of olives and two pieces of sun dried tomatoes.Main course was rustic meatballs which were ok, but pretty bland.There was no choice of desert - baklava or baklava - so we chose the baklava, which came with a dollop of squirty cream from a can.All in all, there are way better value offers on Groupon so DO NOT buy this as a Groupon voucher. If you are happy to shell out your own money and want to support an independent business then fine, but don't explain anything other than average food in a reasonably ambient atmosphere.Oh, that is apart from dreadful musical soundtrack with bizarre jazz renderings of Pink Floyd's Another Brick in the Wall and Radiohead's Creep!

We booked a table 2 weeks in advance, we were called by the restaurant 15 minutes prior to our reservation to make sure we turned up,very strange,!.. When we arrived our order taken with no problem, when our prawns arrived they were mediocre to say least, the muscles were definitely not freshly cooked to order, they were grey in colour and very small and the burger was nothing to write home about. All of it was just uninteresting. Wish I had fish and chips and saved myself £66. Definitely won’t be going back

This time visit was only for sharing starter and a glass of wine, but loved every short minute. This small and romantic evening venue serves freshly prepared ans well presented food with professional and friendly service. Highly recommend a visit.

We had great food and service at our meet up with friends on new years eve. We continue to go to enjoy ourselves.

Always a friendly welcome from the staff, great coffee . Menu is good too and has some good variety. Lovely cakes !

Sometimes we have a "picture" of a menu item in our minds from past experience which isn't met in reality. I think of antipasti as a selection of cold cuts and cheeses with some vegetable garnish. The antipasti here was a slice of cheese and some olives sitting on a ciabatta bun, with some garnishes. Nice, perhaps, but not what I was looking forward to.My idea of Moroccan Chicken is that the chicken is served with savoury rice in plenty of rich sauce, but it was actually served with both cubed fried potatoes and rice with only a little topping of sauce, which made the dish too dry for me, and I don't normally like two staple carbs on the dame plate. Rice alone (which was very nice) would have suited me better.Apparently the coconut prawns met expectations though, and the Gamberoni al Forno was aso good. Sorry - just my own expectations weren't met.

A quiet venue. While there was a few friends just meeting for a chat and meal, this strikes you very much as a couples place. Low lights etc. The food was simple but tasty. But don't go for a lively night.

Fabulous cheese and meat platter on Groupon Voucher. We will visit this Restaurant again. Wine, food and service excellent.

This place is a hidden gem! The food is delicious, put together with care and the price is so reasonable. The drinks are great too. I’d recommend the hot chocolate! :)

This place is super freindly the staff are Brilliant. We always stop by for morning coffee and a light breakfest if passing while out walking the dog .Will continue to go to viola as long as it is there.

This gem of a bistro in Knowle is well worth a visit. Food, service and atmosphere is wonderful. It’s so beautiful to see a family run bistro rather than a big chain!!! Staff are friendly efficient well worth a visit. I look forward to my next one.

I was given a groupon voucher for this restaurant for my birthday. I can't believe I had never visited before despite living in the area all my life! !

This small place is very unassuming amongst a row of shops on the High Street and was recommend by friends and although the food was hot, service ok and the staff friendly, the chairs were uncomfortable to sit on after a while and as there were a few of us we were seated in the window area which I found disconcerting. There is an attempt to replicate an Italian Bistro but there was no atmosphere of the Mediterranean. The menu is extensive rather than specific and the wine we found expensive by the glass.

We bought a few different Groupon offers to use over an Easter break and try out places we’d not eaten at. This is very unassuming and we were both a bit unsure when we went in. We needn’t have been. Even mid week the place quickly filled up - and Knowle is not short of restaurants. Staff were very friendly and the Mediterranean Platter we shared was excellent with some interesting ingredients. Service was quick and it was good to see a clientele from 5-75. We’ll definitely return.

Good meal, very well priced and good value, a small selection of good value, good price red wines, great special coffees.

6 of us had dinner here and the food and wine was very good, the service was top class too, there is lots to choose from with various choices from across Europe.

This is a general Mediterranean restaurant rather than a specific national cuisine. The food was well prepared and presented. The special Groupon menu is a little limited and the Groupon advert does not seem to indicate this as clearly as one would like.

Great food with a great range , excellent attentive service and good value for meals and drinks . Cheers

Fantastic little bistro. Great staff, lovely atmosphere, superb food, all cooked freshly and beautifully presented. We have re-visited several times and always fabulous. Great home cooked chips too!!

Lovely fresh food. Fantastic service from this family run business. A hidden gem well worth a visit. Good wine menu

What a great surprise really lovely restaurant. The food is to die for, excellent, really tasty and delicious. We are from the other side of the Midlands, however would make the effort to go again.

An unesxpected visit to Knowle saw us looking for something to eat for a quick lunch. We looked i the windows & although only midday it seemd busy always a good sign for a cold Wednesday afternoon. Very nice welcome, good menu choice & as it turned out very pleasant food & good value. Certainly recommend & next to the excellent Ale House too :-)

We have been here twice now and each time food and service have been impeccable.

Thought we would try somewhere different and were very pleasantly surprised. Excellent and informative service, beautiful Turkish red wine and all four of us found our food unusual and tasty. Will definitely be going again in the new year.

Called in for lunch on 3 occasions and always found the food tasted very home made and delicious and reasonably priced. Good coffee also and pleasant staff.

I've been coming here for several years, the service is always good and the food is amazing. There are big food portions and nice coffee.

The most amazing moist and tangy chocolate orange cake... better even than a Jaffa cake!! Warm lighting, interesting and stylish decoration, ambient music, and everything looking clean and inviting. And in a beautiful village setting.

I was given a voucher for Bistro Viola, not knowing this cafe we booked lunch as instructed and what a fabulous surprise we had, The café was busy , it has such an enchanting atmosphere and the décor is superb. We had a lovely Mediterranean plate to share of mixed hams, cheese ,olives figs and small triangles of toast. All we could say was how delicious it was along with a nice glass of red wine.. We would certainly recommend this café and we are definitely going back.

Brought a Groupon and what a good choice it was. Small intimate place. Service was excellent and food was superb. Great value

We had a 4 course Groupon Deal with prosecco , the choice was excellent and we chose prawns as a starter , lemon sorbet , lasagne and gamberoni al forno - and the desert was baclava , all were excellent , the portions were large , freshly cooked , super tasty. The cakes on the counter looked incredible so will be back to try some of those . It was our first time at the bistro and it certainly lived up to the excellent reviews it gets . Food was excellent , the service superb, atmosphere lovely . Will definitely return and recommend .

The staff were pleasant and friendly enough the Venue was nice the wine tasting was good and the platter was tasty I would come here again

This is a lovely bistro on Knowle High Street with a great welcome.

Located in the heart of knowle, me and my wife visited and what can I say, appsultly fantastic. The food was amazing. The staff are very friendly. Definitely recommend. A*

An excellent meal on a Saturday night. Expensive compared to deals during the week. Very personal efficient service

Tried this restaurant for the first time as a couple, read the reviews first and do agree with the majority of them, the service and food are very good, it is a small place very clean, there only a few tables and they are not close together so you still retain some privacy when dining.

Visited last weekend, using a Groupon voucher. The restaurant offers a great standard deal - 2 for £39, for 4 courses...so only use a Groupon with the added discount. The food was terrific with matching service. Is definitely on our list of places to revisit.

visited this place on Friday. all i can say is faultless from the minute we walked in to the minute we left. wonderfull service without any awkward table talk. food tasty and good portion size and value for money aswell as excellent cookery skills . very authentic and perfect for higher end eatery. I can say one of the best meals in a very long time. well done to all and we will hopefully return very soon .

Bought a Groupon deal which proved good value. The food was very hot and fresh. Large portions and I had to leave some. Good service.

After hearing all the good reviews we decided to try it ourselves and it didn’t disappoint. Food was excellent and we found the prices very reasonable.

It is a definitely hidden gem in the centre of West Midlands. We went there with two other families and three kids for breakfast. We had a very good example of Mediterranean breakfast and enjoyed it very much. The staff were all smiling and made us felt at home. I strongly suggest this cafe/restaurant/bistro to couples and families.

I went here last night with a friend for the first time and we had the most lovely evening. The restaurant itself is so quaint and charming, candlelit with soft music. The service was next to none, faultless. The young girl is a credit to Viola and made our evening so pleasant (thank you) The food was perfect and so tasty. We had a set menu of 4 courses including Prosecco for just under £20 each which was fantastic and well worth having. Excellent value for money. I cant wait to go again! An absolute hidden gem and the best in Knowle. Thank you Viola!

Excellent Mediterranean cuisine, nice atmosphere, very friendly service, with attention to detail, highly recommended.

Quaint little Turkish Bistro offering a wide variety of their local dishes , good portions and quality food . Family run business , had booked with groupon which was 4 courses for 2 plus prosecco for 39 pounds . Worth a visit

Located on main road running through Knowle. Car park located on road opposite for £3 for three hours. Pleasant service. Meal was absolutely beautiful. We visited using a Groupon voucher and wasn't disappointed with the menu, with the exception of the dessert which was baklava without any other choice. There was however about six different choices for starters and mains. Two choices of sorbet, lemon or orange. We both had calamari to start and wasn't disappointed, it was lovely. For mains we had paella and Morrocan chicken, again both dishes cooked to perfection. Nice interior with lighting set to a level that complimented the atmosphere. Would definitely recommend this restaurant and will visit again when the opportunity arises.

My husband & I are here last night & thought it was really lovely. Very cosy & intimate, lovely waitress and the food was great. There is a 5 course Groupon menu but you don’t have to purchase it on Groupon, they do the set menu for the same price if you ask. We decided on the Al la Carte menu & it was delicious. The roast Camembert was excellent, lots of fresh rosemary and tasty croutons & my sea bass on lentils was excellent. My husband has pork ribs to start and he said they were really tender & juicy and he also thoroughly enjoyed his lamb main course. Will definitely be returning.

Had a 4 course meal with groupon very good value.

Lovely small restaurant, brought a groupon offer for 4 course meal with prosseco excellent value, all the food was very tasty, service was excellent, the sorbet after the starter really cleansed the pallet and was delicious. Definitely worth a visit

We have just returned from our first visit chez Bistro Viola. We were delighted with the service and overall ambiance (nice, relaxing, quiet, great music).

What a find and 'on our doorstep too' ......I have had their fantastic coffees (& Cake!) , but had never tried a 'meal', so I 'popped in' with my Wife and we had some gorgeous Lunch.. they were very polite, with great explanation of all the choices and they served it up very quickly, especially as it was freshly cooked and it was absolutely delicious and what great value ...so will be going back there again (and again) to try further items on the menu.

I was really looking forward to trying here I was sadly very disappointed,my starter was calamari it was greasy and cold my main was beef rib one small rib with one side of meat and thick jelly like fat, half a Stella beer £30 what a waste of money,the best bit was the chips,I eat out a lot I’m a real foodie and this meal was not good at all,I would of told the waitress but just getting some butter was a challenge I also asked for horseradish but that never came,we weren’t asked how our meals were either,not good wont be returning

I have dropped in here a few times to meet my daughter and granddaughters for a quick coffee and a cake. We pick this café as we find it warm and friendly and the service is quick. There is always a good selection of cakes to satisfy us. It is a good place to pick for a coffee and a cake and a good natter.

My fiancée and I visited Bistro Viola for the first time last night. In the surroundings of the festively-lit, wintry Knowle high street, we walked into an inviting atmosphere.

On two separate occasions we have tried to order food from this restaurant on a Friday or Saturday night & had the order cancelled after completing the whole process, entering payment details etc.

We recently met some friends for supper here and had a lovely meal. Great food with a mediterranean feel. Fantastic turkish chicken kebabs! Their chocolate orange cake is delicious too

Felt very welcome in quirky surroundings. Service was relaxed but attentive and the food was excellent. Definitely worth a visit but probably need to book in advance. Hear the breakfast dishes are amazing too so we shall pay a visit very soon!

We booked a table for 2 on a Thursday evening, we were running late and the staff were so accomodating and friendly about moving our booking time, we were greeted with a friendly and professional manner, the decor was perfect for us, ambience and lighting just right. Turkish wine recommended was beautiful, good variety on the menu, food was large portions and very well presented and cooked. Highly recommend this unique establishment.

What a great little place! Went here for late lunch on a Saturday and were not disappointed. It doesn't look too much from the outside but is misleading and has more space than you first think inside. The food was really good and plenty of it! The wine was also delicious and not too pricey.

Had the set 4 course menu, I had chicken wings to start 6 x succulent wings in a spicy sauce with dips, my wife had baked Camembert - a huge portion enough for 2! Followed by some delicious lemon sorbet served in a lemon. We both then had Turkish chicken skewers, lovely food, only criticism is there was far too much food, 2 large skewers, a bowl of chips, bread, and a portion of rice and also onion rings,I hate leaving food but there was far too much for either of us. The large portion also took the emphasis away from the star of the plate the delicious chicken. I think it would be a far better option to still serve with traditional bread but then offer a choice or rice or chips, not even the hungriest person could eat all those carbs! We ended up taking our dessert home.The lady waitress I don’t know her name, was polite, attentive, knowledgeable and not over bearing. A credit to the restaurant. Even when 2 older gentlemen came in just for a coffee they were treated exactly the same as those spending a lot of money, something nice to see. A good experience and would return, however would try one of the dishes where there are 2 size options available!

My first visit but my friends second or third. We both chose the Turkish chicken skewers as the owners are Turkish and they were a good choice. The chicken was beautifully cooked and so tender and it came with some lovely chips, pilau rice and bread so carb overload. Service was good and the food came in decent time. We then had the biggest cup of coffee and shared some gooey orange and chocolate cake which was yummy! It’s only small and we did book although possibly not needed in the week. Very nice and I would return

We enjoyed our second visit to Bistro Viola. We enjoyed excellent drinks: coffee, chocolate and tea. The food was delicious too including paninis and cakes. Service was friendly and swift. The bistro is well set up and had a really comfortable feel to it. We felt that the prices charged were reasonable. Will certainly return.

We only stopped for a quick coffee while passing through Knowle, but am SO glad that we chose Viola. The service was delightful and so knowledgeable - as an Australian I hadn't come across many of the names of the coffees on the menu - and every question was politely answered. We chose espresso con panna- a single shot with whipped cream on top - and it was the perfect choice for a cool, rainy August morning. Beautifully decorated cafe, lovely warm atmosphere and an impressive lunch and dinner menu which will draw us back to the Bistro whenever we are in the area. Very impressed and Highly Recommended. Oh, by the way, the prices are very reasonable in comparison with the huge franchises, and the owners donate a percentage of their takings to the MS Society which gets a huge tick in my book. Well done!

The setting was very good and the staff friendly and efficient. The choice on the menu was very extensive as was the wine list. The food itself was more than plentiful and very well cooked. Will certainly make a return visit

We gave this restaurant a third chance and won't be returning. Despite the friendly service and intimate feel, the quality of the food does not justify the price tags. Food is often too oily and lacking flavour, and many of the meals consist primarily of bread, chips and rice and tastes pre-frozen or reheated.

Whilst visiting our daughter we popped in to Viola thinking it was just a little cafe. Buy were we wrong, stayed for lunch. Great food really friendly staff. Would recommend. Only downside is its size, only 7/8 tables. But then that is part of its charm.

Booked a Groupon and really enjoyed this place.Booked again already.Wide selection of Mediterranian food. Had the meat and cheese with wine, all very good.They wine was Turkish and really was a nice change and exciting.

Shhh!! .... don't tell anyone but Bistro Viola is a real treasure of an eatery. The food is exquisite, the menu extensive and varied Mediterranean cuisine, the staff friendly, the atmosphere relaxed. I can't wait to go again!!

I go here frequently when meeting a friend for a coffee. The staff is friendly and I have never felt rushed to leave - it is perfectly acceptable to sit and chat or read at your leisure, and it is great to have independent coffee shops as an alternative to the juggernaut that is Costa. The coffee is good, and a regular size coffee here is larger than many other places, making it good value for money. Haven't eaten here, but the choice of cakes is impressive, and the menu looks tempting.

Super little bistro on the High Street in Knowle. Food is Mediterranean style with Turkish/French accent. I have been there several times and have always enjoyed my visit. Excellent choice on the menu from light bites to full on meals. Excellent service and very reasonable prices. If it's sunny you can also sit outside. You can get evening meals Thursday to Saturday.

We went here for a family gathering. The food was ordered before hand earlier in the day. I had the chicken wings for starter, there were nice, the bbq sauce which came with it was nice too. For the main I had the beef lasagna, this was quite nice it could have been better, it came with garlic bread. The pudding of Baklava was really really nice and would recommend this. There is only one toilet which is shared so might have to wait if someone else is using it. Overall the food was nice, the staff were very friendly and helpful. I would say visit this place.

Fantastic family run restaurant with lovely home cooked food. I am a vegetarian and they have a wonderful selection of meal options for lunch or dinner. Really lovely staff too!!

This is a lovely quaint bistro. Great food great service and great value. Every time I have lunch or coffee and cake weather I'm with friends or alone it's a pleasant experience.

When I read the menu on line for this restaurant I was quite excited as it was a bit different.However I was rather disappointed with the meal. There were three of us and we had two mixed starters which were rather strange (charred pickled onions??) and lacked real flavour. The mains were huge.....I do like my food but even I thought the portions were massive. Also there was so many elements on the plate that the main elements got rather lost. I had the lamb shank which was a good dish but it sat on flat bread and there were potato cubes and stuffed potato skins....carb overload.Less is more......it is not often I say that about a meal.The staff were lovely and the service was prompt.

Lovely little family coffee shop that also does meals. I prefer to go for a snack than a meal as I think cakes and snacks are best in this place. Dogs are welcome too

We visited Friday night after buying some vouchers from Groupon. We had looked on their website beforehand and the food choices and pictures of food looked amazing. On arrival we were told there was no baklava which was part of the set deal. We were told it was because we hadn't told them we had the Groupon deal when we booked (which we did). The deal was advertised on a board outside the restaurant so it would've made no difference. We were given a glass of 'prosecco' each as part of the deal and when we asked to get another bottle we were told it wasn't possible as it wasn't on the menu. We were sat just above the bar area and soon noticed the reason we couldn't buy anymore was because it was actually just bottles of cava from the supermarket. For starters I had coconut prawns which was nice, but tasted nothing of coconut and had some random almonds just chucked on the plate. For main I had paella which I can only describe as a bowl of savoury packet rice with a few mussels and bits of chorizo in it and none of the other ingredients listed. (Alaskan pollock, squid, prawns)As a replacement for the lack of baklava we were given a millionaire shortbread each in a packet, no other alternatives given. Shortly after the tablecloths were being folded up which felt like a hint we should get moving. Bistro Viola has the potential to be a lovely little restaurant but unfortunately it is lacking quality in the food and has a rushed impersonal service.

Great location with a lovely cosy interior pleasant service but unfortunately that is it... the food was terrible I'm sure the majority of it was from Iceland or Costco... my husband and I shared calamari and chicken wings, fairly basic but if cooked right can be delicious... both starters were terrible... we shared a main meal of lamb kofta... they were only ok... not enough flavour with spice and too oily... I did question our waitress if they were made on the premises, she assured me that they were... we than shared a key lime pie which was yummy but sadly confirmed by our waitress that it was made from outside resources... the wine I have to say was excellent we both really enjoyed the selection... I absolutely hate being negative towards Viola as I do believe it could be fantastic but it needs to be unique... choose a smaller menu with home made food... with the right chef Viola will stand out from the crowd... I also suggest a little back ground music would be nice.

I had a meal for 2 using a Groupon voucher, and found the bistro absolutely delightful. The staff were welcoming and there is a good range of food with something for all tastes & appetites. It was a horrible cold evening outside but it was very easy to soon forget the weather whilst sitting in the cosy ambient (and very clean) surroundings. I would say that it's a good venue for couples, quite intimate, but also a nice relaxed location for a mom & daughter special occasion meal. There was a good range of wines at reasonable prices too.

My Grandson suggested we visit Bistro Viola situated in the High St Knowle Solihull Warks. My husband and I had two Cappachino's and Apple tart and Cream and Lemon Merrange and cream was very nice.It is run by a Turkish Family who made us feel so welcome a lovely Young lady served us so polite and friendly.it is a Small Bistro which is really Quaint and cosy lovely plants and pictures and Canvases on the walls.We had a look at the Menu and Wow what a selection of meals to choose from inc Breakfast lunch Dinner etc Open all day inc evenings spoilt for choice we we will be back soon.Its well worth a visit.