Khayyam Restaurant in Birmingham

Grabbed lamb shabk other day for takeaway despite asking for specialitues & which is most recommended as never been there, j was given salty, chewy lamb that threw majority away plus rice wasn't thatgrrat either Called to raise concerns the female assistant simply wad just a liar no 9ne bothered to call me back despite saying yes we have your contact 15 quid down drain AVOID AVOID AVOID this place simple as that

Set menu only with NO vegetarian option. If you want vegetarian you pay the set menu charge + what the dish costs in the main menu. Charges are different each night, and they also charge kids full adult prices. Waitress is rude. Very money minded place, doesn't care about customer service, We are usually returning customers with a party of about 15 people in our family, but this time we were very disappointed, we will not be returning again. In fact we should have just gone to a different restaurant instead of eating our dinner here. Would not recommend

The best, tastiest and highest quality Iranian food I have eaten thanks to their polite management and staff

This Persian restaurant is a standout in the UK, offering a fantastic selection of charcoal-grilled dishes. The lamb was incredibly juicy and tender, a rare find as many Persian restaurants tend to overcook their meat. The chef here clearly knows their craft, using top-quality ingredients to create delicious dishes. I highly recommend visiting, especially on Saturday nights when they have live music and belly dancing.

Very dated restaurant and also very very loud music. I love music but in this place I always get headaches. I understand that sometimes party and birthdays going on in this restaurant and customers ask for music but I think its always way too loud .

Good location and food, rather close to the canal, a little bit pricey.

Food came a little late, but tasted nice. Nice ambience and artwork. Toilets need upgrading.

Didn't like the atmosphere, but food and prices were good.

Nice place if ur not a vegetarian Staff rude Limited vegetarian options Disgusting toilets

Very good good nice and traditional Persian food

The food is amazing and nice live music good staff

Very nice staff and the food was delicious.

You won’t find a restaurant in birmingham that does Persian food better than Khayyam. Super friendly staff, amazing live music and large portion sizes so you always get what you pay for. Jooje kebab was really juicy and my friends food all looked tasty too. 10/10

Terrible experience! Place is very dirty , out-of date decor. The staff really rude treat customers! The men behind bar are terrible. Food are expensive but not cooked properly. It seemed located in the back of a warehouse, from the entrance need go through a long corridor to get into a hall . Decoration throughout looks really cheap & odd! We went to this restaurant with a large group friends, then all of us had food poisoning. Void ! Void! void !

Lovely meal, food was very tasty and a good price. Service was attentive and friendly. Would definitely recommend and we will be going back!

Family group with Iranian friends been in this place food is great staf so friendly dancing and eating at the end belly dancing that was the night I can say we had really fun thank to all staf 🙏🙏🙏🙏

Nice food , but in side looks poor, would need to renew .

Top notch service by Michael very hospitable. Food was very homely and the overall vibe of the place relaxes you.

Food was basic no flavour and waited over an hour for our food is a disappointment but it is alright for a cuppa tea and live music

Best quality and delicious food

It's an Okish place. The food wasn't the greatest. I have eaten better Iranian food.

Food decent, has live music and a newly dabber on weekend. All customers join in the dancing. Was a fun night out. We were in a big group, so there was plenty of room. Parking available nearby. Best to book on weekends.

I've been in Khayam a few times so far just because of their entertainment( live music and belly dancing). Food quality has been always bad. Strangely, they always make school boy mistakes in the bill. If you are drunk or for any other reasons you don't check your bill, you will pay some extra quids. In addition to that they charge you for service charge in the bill. The other side of the persian restaurant is their fast food shop which is separated by a door. That door is usually open and you can smell the quite old burning oil of the French fries. I do not recommend Khayam. I will not try it again. There are many other persian restaurants around, which much better quality food which don’t rob you off in the bill.

We went to Birmingham to try iranian food. Had 2 Iranian friends. Food was hot and fresh. People serve you with a smile and fast service and happy to help. Their was also music and songs which gave nice atmosphere to the place . We had a lovely meal.

These guys have been at this location for almost 14 years and never failed with the food. Their Chenjeh Kabab is out of this world. Marinated to perfection and served hot 🔥 with plenty of salad and rice on the side. The management is very active, and their live music on Saturday nights brings life to the restaurant. You should try their shishlik kebab also cause it's just served right. So juicy and tender. Khayyam restaurant is one to try if you're in Birmingham.

Booked a table for me and my 4 girlfriends on Monday 01.05 for the 05.05 at 10.30. Had pre drinks at my house and get a missed call followed by a text message saying “ Hi i’m called from khayam restaurant. Let you know we got DJ party tonight “ at 8.56. I called the mised call back and they said they had a dj in so would be loud, i said no problem. Then 5 mins later i get a call back cancelling the table. Terrible to cancel so short notice no apology - disgusting customer service and very disappointing

Booked a table for me and my 4 girlfriends on Monday 01.05 for the 05.05 at 10.30. Had pre drinks at my house and get a missed call followed by a text message saying “ Hi i’m called from khayam restaurant. Let you know we got DJ party tonight “ at 8.56. I called the mised call back and they said they had a dj in so would be loud, i said no problem. Then 5 mins later i get a call back cancelling the table. Terrible to cancel so short notice no apology - disgusting customer service and very disappointing

M.R Mohammad khayam very kind delicious food lovey ❤️❤️❤️❤️

Food quality is good in my experience, the restaurant decorations is a bit old.

Deelicious and tasty food with good price. Staff is very friendly and helpful. Highly recommended!

Fantastic food and service. I had a main dish for two people but the portion was very big that is for four people. Very happy with the starter as well.

I attended this restaurant yesterday evening along with a group of 10 friends. Walking into this place I’ve never seen anything like this in Birmingham as I’ve ate in numerous places. This place is much needed of refurbishment and restrooms were dirty too! But we went ahead to be seated for dinner which we got there for 8pm and everyone had arrived by 8.30pm, the seating was also very cramped and additional table had to be added which was uneven ! We ordered and waited until it was 9.45pm i asked I the waitress she’s advised a further 15 mins entertainment is available until dinner arrives ! Watch the belly dancing! Finally it was 10.10pm dinner was served, I had ordered salmon along with another friend I went ahead to trying the salmon it had a awful smell I didn’t touch any of the food ! I was horrified when the waitress I called over and she said there’s nothing wrong with it why can’t you eat it ! I said no this is not acceptable but she’s refused by saying well order something else but by this time it was too late 10.45pm ! She’s refused to refund and I ended up only with a glass of red which I paid £26 which was absolutely ridiculous! I would not recommend this restaurant to anyone who has acquired tastes and knows what good food tastes like! This certainly is not the place !

Delicious food, the waitresses were very quick and efficient, the atmosphere was great. There was a live music and a belly dancer that added more to the atmosphere.

Excellent and authentic Persian cuisine, well worth a takeout but if you can go through to the restaurant and enjoy the atmosphere.

Ordered first takeaway from here and was 10/10 delicious and hot when delivered will order again

Excellent Decor and Food, keep up the good work

Delicious food great entertainment, reasonably priced.... However could do with a face lift and refurbishment

Not bad, the food is not amazing the atmosphere is good

I went out to celebrate my work colleague 40th birthday. Having ordered my first choice 20mins later the waitress told me they had no more so 3 of my group had to make an alternative choice. Our meals came after an hour. No apology. The meal was very plentiful and nice. Other waiters serving at our table lacked manners constantly stretching over me; talking over my head and squeezing pass me to give my friend her order. When I came to pay my bill they added on over £3 service charge. I said I only wanted to pay for my meal. The manager said the service charge was for live entertainment. I repeated my request. It was at this point the manager increased his rudeness and told me to either pay the bill in full or leave in a very aggressive manner. So I left. His poor behaviour spout my evening. Certainly won’t be going back.

I was staying at the hotel next door and decided to visit this restaurant and i am glad i did , visiting for first time ,excellent service. The food was extremely good and nicely prepared, the bread puts other restaurant's to shame as is enough for two and baked very well and was delicious. It was so good that i went back next night. Definitely i will go back again if i am in Birmingham area Well done chief nice work .

Food is always delicious but the portion size is much smaller now and the prices are extortionately high.

A speedy visit before going to the nearby cinema. Food was gorgeous! Lovely light rice and such tasty chicken with ground walnuts and pomegranate sugar. Yum! Fab meatballs and lamb dish too. Would definitely recommend, despite location looking a bit dodgy and run down. Restaurant itself is fine and staff were friendly.

Gheyme and kebabe khayam was perfect. recomend this resturant for iranian meals.

Came with my family food was gorgeous and entertainment as always was great. Service was good happy family

Good quality, charming live music and very hospitable personals.

Great staff! Good wine. Fabulous food... Tremendous portions! Full of flavour! Excellent venue, shall be sure to return imminently.

We love Persian food and have visited a number of restaurants in London. I really think the food here is the best! We had chicken and kobideh kebab and both were delicious and the rice was cooked to perfection. The staff are always very friendly and approachable. We also love the entertainment. We will be back again.

Fantastic food, great experience

Great service, the food was outstanding. Very nice and friendly atmosphere. I will recommend this place for parties and get togethers. Family was very happy

Visiting first time there staff was cooperative and excellent service. The food was extremely good and delicious. Definitely go back again.... Thanks 😊

First time visiting this restaurant and my partner noticed a mouse running across the floor and staff just didn't care.

Nice place and very busy on a Saturday night. Waiter very nice and all 12 of us really enjoyed the food. We will certainly go again.

Amazing friendly staff the food is so good definitely recommend a good time with freands ,

If you have a party or just looking to have a friends and family night out, then look no further! This is the perfect place with the whole shebang! From the owner to every members of staff and DJ they just ensure you ll have the best experience. Food is amazing, alcohol is served at the bar. What a lovely place. I had my son’s Bday here and it was a blast. Thank you everyone at Khayam and we will be back for more.

Had a very disappointing visit. Poor service, waiter showed little care in meeting and greeting. Food took ages to come and when it did arrive the naan were cold and salmon was burnt. When I complained to the waiter, his response was, "that's how it is, im not a chef". I asked to speak to the manager and apparantly he was "unavailable". Walked out and will never return again. Completely ruined my evening.

Good and friendly customer services, Delicious food with nice and happy place to have party

متاسفانه برنج خمیر و کباب داغون . این آخرین دفعه بود که من پا تو رستوران خیام گذاشتم .

Authentic Persian food, live music and excellent service.

Food not good and staff is not good too don’t food was cold and they charge you more than you expected

Судя по вывеске , можно подумать что это просто кафе на подобии шаурмичной, но зайдя внутрь, попадаешь в уютный ресторанчик. Здесь вкусная кухня и вкусное вино! Рекомендую к посещению!

Visited this restaurant on Saturday 28th September and I was very disappointed with food and the entertainment. The kebab koobideh was too salty, however, it wasn’t as worse as ordering a mix vegetables grill and receive 6 grilled mushrooms with a slice of lime. When I asked doesn’t this come with rice, waitress told me no, but I will ask if I can bring you rice or salad. She did bring me portion of rice but charged me £3.50 for it. So imagine paying £11.49 for 6 mushrooms and slice of lime. That’s extortion and absolutely ridiculous. To add to the extortion price, you have to pay almost 20% service charge on top of spending minimum of £15 per person. So that’s £17.50 for 6 mushrooms (with no seasoning, just plain grilled mushrooms) and a slice of lime. The entertainment is normally good and the music is good as well, however, on this particular night, majority of the music was sad songs as if it was a national broken heart day. I understand that they have suffered financial loss due to covid, however, this was the case for many restaurants and instead of keeping the prices as it was before the pandemic, people are forced to pay COMPULSORY 20% service charge regardless if they liked their food and entertainment or not. I have been to many fine dining restaurants such as The Savoy, The Maze Grill, Hakkasan, Claridges and many more restaurants and the service charge was voluntary not compulsory and it was 10% of the bill not 20%. As much as I like to support small businesses and Persian business owners, however, I will not be returning anytime soon.

Amazing food. Especially I will recommend lamb shish kebab, delicious

Got a very tasty lockdown takeaway from this place. The food is very good and authentic. The taste is very comparable to more expensive Iranian restaurants in London. Surprised to see that there this place has gone under the radar for so long. Some of the reviews here bear no relationship to the quality of the food. Chicken dishes were especially good with falling off the bone, delicious and tender. Side dishes also good.

Hi ordered on Saturday for delivery the guy who took my order was good and he gave me a total for £29 which was good as this is way over free delivery charge Then came the messed up part the delivery guy asked for £30 when I told him on the phone the guy said £29 and then he started saying they charge £1 for delivery i ended up giving him the £30 I was really disappointed as I order every week and was a regular when they were open Really disappointed will not be ordering again This is proper misleading as there leaflets say free delivery its not about The £1 its about honesty and good service Really disappointed 😞

You should at least try it. Highly recommended

Ordered on their website. Fast delivery. Food very good and well prepared. Also got 20% off on their website. Thanks for a nice meal.

I visited this restaurant around 8 in the evening on Wednesday and it wasn't that busy as I anticipated it to be. The service was good for the most part. I ordered mix try for 2, and it definitely satisfied 2 people. The meat screwers were well cooked and tasted delicious and the rice was nice and not too dry compared to what I had experience before. The staff were approachable and very professional. The only draw back was that drinks had been given to us immediately upon our order. I had not drank the bottle coke and the ice within the cup that was provided had melted by the time the food came. Therefore I had requested a further cup with ice. With me I prefer to drink the coke with the meal rather then alone, although this is personal thing. There wasn't anything wrong with the service that was provided and I would recommend this place to anyone who is in the area.

Great food... Friendly place. Some of the stuff on the menu is sibiu delicious!

Ordered some food for my family by delivery from this place for the first time and I must say the quality is extremely poor. I would give it a zero if I could. The food was also really salty. As much as we hate wasting food they had no option but to put it all in the bin. Will not be ordering ever again.

Awful dirty place. The food is horrible and dirty and cane clearly microwaved from last week. My tummy really hurt me after. Stay away from the place.

A little long the waiting but the food worth it

Awful dirty place. The food is very bad and smelly. It is not fresh and not Authentic Persian, it is a dread full place and the service is really bad.

Customer service is bad and staff are rude.

horrid food and bad customer service. Horrible people. Just a warning owner went to jail and heavy fine for bad hygiene. Rat droppings found everywhere. Cooked and uncooked stored next to each other and next to salad. Just got out of jail and running resturant again so you are warned! Pit stop and khayyam owned by same person.

horrible owners with rude staff who argue with customers, horrible burnt food. The place is in a bad spot and the food was either over cooked or under cooked. The other issue is the hygiene of the place is horrid, the toilet tells you alot about the restaurant that made me want to vomit. Looking you can see its attached to their takeaway which is pitstop and just look at those reviews and you will know what im talking about. The music was annoying and so loud. Overall angry as they charge a lot of money for such bad food and service. I wont be returning again.

Nice restaurant, good food and great ambiance specially if you like iranian music and belly dancers.

Place for large groups or parties, food is average with friendly staff , music and dance was Extra

OK. Kobedeh kebabs are a little dry now as compared to before.

Lovely food, fantastic music and dance throughout the evening. Enjoyed it all.

I left my (addressed) documents including my British passport behind while ago. When i got bk from out of town I had a letter from khayyam restaurant staff (Mr Mohammed) to inform me of my documents kept safe in Khayyam restaurant, plus the mobile number to call for arrangment I give you five star of being loyal to your customer and I appreciate that you put an effort to post me a note for safety reasons and kept my passport in your premises. Thank you so much for that. Also: Just to let you know I dont live in Birmingham otherwise I would be there more often to treat my tummy with a tastey and delicious dishes... well done guys All the best

Lovely lamb and beautifully cooked rice! Generous portions, Good service, would definitely return. 👍

Authentic Persian food, live music and good ambience. The staff there is so helpful that when we walked in the singer started singing a Urdu song despite not knowing the language... Lol... Other than this, we enjoyed the food and overall experience. Must try Challo Kebab Chenje...

Nice Persian restaurant, good food, descent size portion and priced well.

The service was good and the food came fast as I was the only person in the restaurant

Nice environment and polite staffs.food was delicious and I liked salad, it was fresh. Thanks

We have been regular customers in last few years. However, I am not going there anymore. We were the only guests tonight and the whole restaurant was empty, but the waitress wanted to sit us in a dark corner which we objected and asked for a different table. However, she rudely gave us a look and hesitantly agreed that we sit there. After that, her dirty looks made us so uncomfortable that we left without eating our food. Restaurants are not all about food, but good service, respect and a welcoming approach from the staff which this place does not offer.

Delicious!! After I was a complete nuisance trying to order, the gentleman at the end of the phone was so helpful and patient. Had a delivery to my hotel (only up the road but he kindly insisted) in Just 20minutes and the food was incredible. Even a free pudding! Thank you very much, that Asheh reshteh was amazing.

Loved the sheesh kebab and thin lamb steak and rice. Surprised at how tender and juicy the meat's were. Great experience, definitely recommend the place for Persian food.

Go to Khayyam If you want to eat best quality meat, delicious Persian rice and dessert in Birmingham. Claudia

Nice food and good ambiance. Must try drink - doodh

We shard a meal for two but I struggled to communicate my drinks order and thought I had ordered chips but obviously had not.

Khayyam restaurant is really nice and their service was excellent, delicious food with great atmosphere for your birthday party, we enjoyed our dinner and music with our guests .

Best food and best customer service

We went to the restaurant about 7pm, they offered us a table in the corner which isn’t a nice place. We told them we preferred not to eat here and then they gave us a better table. Food came on time but wasn’t same as before, I won’t recommend this place:

Good quality food, friendly staff, highly recommended to try Persian food as it's so delicious.

Currently the food is very good but be careful when you go as the music is loud and certainly not the Venue unless you're into Persian dancing alternatively of course you go earlier in the evening before it starts or other days of the week

A great place to eat with live Iranian bands

Very bad. I went last Saturday and when i went to get bill and everyone ignored me because they were on their phone except one young girl who was washing dishes, she apologised and helped me however she looked very young to be working and when I complained she just smiled and apologised. No further action was taken. Very rude.

Emroz ba dostamon omadim ghaza sefaresh dadim 3 ta bar va man takid kardam ke tamamesh abdar bashe. Bad Az 5 daghighe ghaza hazer bod :1_kabab sard:2-berenj micro kardeh bod . Vaghean kareton nashatest bod man khodam khejalat keshidam ye khordan vojdan dashteh bashin lutfan

I was really disappointed in my visit to this restaurant. The food was ok but the service and staff were rude. If you have a family I wouldn't advise going. It isn't child friendly and are not helpful.