Pushkar in Birmingham

A great restaurant with delicious food. But also wonderful personalised service. When your waiter - at a table of eight - doesn’t need to make any notes but remembers every order, including little adjustments, then you know you’re going to be looked after.

A stylish and elegant restaurant. Calm and relaxing. A million miles away from the traditional image of flock wallpaper. The food and drink menus are extensive, and tempting. Staff are friendly, helpful and very pleasant and they certainly know the menu. Our waiter was able to describe each dish as we ordered it, and to check for possible allergies. He wrote nothing down, but was able to repeat our order without a pause or a single mistake. Impressive. The food arrived without a lengthy wait, and every dish was delicious and beautifully presented. It’s not a budget restaurant but nor does it break the bank, and given the quality of the food and the restaurant, it’s worth every penny. Highly recommended.

Lovely food and service had a great meal. Booked through first table so half price food. Would definately recommend.

Fabulous banquet meal for 8.The ambience and service were exceptional and the food was amazing. Thanks to Sadiq and his team for making a memorable night for everyone. Will definitely return soon Thanks Ken

Incredible experience! I have known of Pushkar's for years and never quite made it to my shame! the whole experience was amazing, food a delight and the service charming! Had the best evening with fine food, wine, service and company! Highly recommend the trip of tikka to begin and tandoori king prawns as a main! Perfect!

Exemplary service. Food is not your usual Indian menu it is imaginative, presented beautifully and the depth of flavour is beyond expectations.

Excellent service . Delicious food. Lovely atmosphere.

Ordered through Deliveroo food was absolutely amazing, such unique flavour! I forgot to add the naan bread to my order, called the restaurant to explain who added this for free. Such professional service and definitely will be ordering from here again.

Good food, nice location. Service could have been better. Kept asking for a better place to sit as it was cold in that area and heating was not working. They did not offer a better place even when the restaurant was all empty.

Good food, nice location. Service could have been better. Kept asking for a better place to sit as it was cold in that area and heating was not working. They did not offer a better place even when the restaurant was all empty.

We both had different meals and each of them were delicious. Slightly more than we would normally pay but worth it for the quality of food, service and dining experience. The staff couldn't have been more helpful and friendly. Would recommend as a place as we would go there again.

We had a family event at home and Pushkar went above and beyond to provide an excellent service and scrumptious food. The catering was well planned and the food was restaurant standard and served hot. The feedback from family and friends was very positive. The General Manager Sadiq was meticulous with the preparations and organisation for the even and the head chef Vinod Singh and chef Vishnupal Singh as well as Floor Assistants Meet and Nihal were professional and were attentive to out guests' requirements. They provided good mix of non veg and veg dishes. Thank You to Pushkar for making our event very special.

Food was good, would rate it with 4 stars, however, the service was bellow average, you would expect more care and charm from the staff from a place with white tablecloths like that, especially when they add a 12.5% service charge on your bill. As an example, the waitress dropped cutlery on the table whilst rushing to clear our plates and splashed my hair and dress with curry, but didn't seem very apologetic, only mumbled something about a wipe which I didn't understand - just wanted to leave at that point. Overall, not sure if I'd come back. The place looks a bit dated and rundown (some seats were dirty, menu pages had folds and stains), not worth the money. For a dinner for 4 paid £150, so better off finding a local curry house. ✏️Update - had a call from management today about the review, seemed very apologetic, passionate about providing great customer experience and keen to make up for the other evening. Really appreciate the time trying to make things right, no a lot of places would. They assured the menus have already been replaced and feedback has been taken onboard.

Food was good, would rate it with 4 stars, however, the service was bellow average, you would expect more care and charm from the staff from a place with white tablecloths like that, especially when they add a 12.5% service charge on your bill. As an example, the waitress dropped cutlery on the table whilst rushing to clear our plates and splashed my hair and dress with curry, but didn't seem very apologetic, only mumbled something about a wipe which I didn't understand - just wanted to leave at that point. Overall, not sure if I'd come back. The place looks a bit dated and rundown (some seats were dirty, menu pages had folds and stains), not worth the money. For a dinner for 4 paid £150, so better off finding a local curry house. ✏️Update - had a call from management today about the review, seemed very apologetic, passionate about providing great customer experience and keen to make up for the other evening. Really appreciate the time trying to make things right, no a lot of places would. They assured the menus have already been replaced and feedback has been taken onboard.

What a beautiful place with delicious food. Everything that we had was cooked amazingly and was personally recommended by Sadiq, whose front of house skills were phenomenal. We were made to feel welcomed and enjoyed our whole dining experience. Would highly recommend.

Recommended Indian restaurant on Broad street a 5 minute walk from the Hyatt Regency Hotel. Delicious food from start to finish. I am very fussy with Indian food flavours as I grew up having the best of Indian/ Pakistani dishes. Nothing we ordered disappointed us. Packed with flavours with a speedy friendly service. We will definitely be coming again next time we visit Birmingham. I recommend the Gosh sagg Wala. 10/10

This is the best Indian Restaurant I have visited, the food was amazing with a contemporary twist the staff were also great offering recommendations on the menu which did not disappoint. We chose this for our wedding anniversary and so glad we did. Definitely coming back. Many thanks!

Are here on a Sunday evening as a part of two. Service was brilliant, even for our slow paced courses! Cocktails were very good too. Food was excellent, but I would say the breads were of exceptional quality, especially the Lachha paratha 👌

Lovely Indian Restaurant, I had the Lamb Rogon Josh & the Lamb melted in my mouth, but boy, did it have a kick.

What a great resteraunt. Visited with my son on a 2 night stay to watch cricket at Edgbaston. Had a superb meal with great service. The next night when thinkout about where to eat, both agreed to go back to Pushkar. I've never eaten at the same resteraunt two nights running. Food and service again fabulous. It really topped off a great two days. Will definitely be back next time we're in the area.

Just fantastic as usual . Great food great staff great cocktails

Great food especially the Dal Makhani & grilled meats. Friendly, helpful service in a great buzzy atmosphere. Only downside was that we asked for food to be served at the same time and it wasn’t

Had a couple of nights at the Leonardo Royal Hotel and having arrived later in the day were hungry, not knowing Birmingham and tired - so were pleased that one receptionist recommended the Pushkar which is part of the same building and offers 10% discount to hotel guests. Perhaps half full when we arrived, we were superbly looked after by the team and Nihar was especially helpful in taking us through the menu. We tried the triple chicken murgh and my partner went on to the speciality menu and a lamb shank variation - I was more restrained with a karahi type murgh - both excellent. How good? With only two nights in Birmingham and plans to try different places, Pushkar was so good that we returned the following evening and had as good a meal again. Top marks from our perspective and know where we will end up next time we visit!

High quality food (I like that we have the desi spice level option): great starter platter to share for two and we ordered 4 mains. Service was good with attention to details.

Lovely evening our food was delicious,service and the atmosphere was wonderful. Highly recommend. Thank you for a great experience we loved it. You always make our day

Best food best service Highly recommended

Excellent food and service as ever

Excellent customer service as always! The food and service here at Pushkar never let us down. From a warm welcome and being very hospitable, customer service is never an issue here. It’s a shame to have witnessed a group who clearly had no manners and felt they were the only guests sat in the restaurant. A credit to the team for handling such behaviour!

The manage at the restaurant is one of the most unprofessional person I have seen. They are just cheating customers . The food was very average but main issue was they are overcharging customers and then don’t agree to their mistakes. Please avoid this Indian restaurant in Birmingham.

The restaurant over charges and has one of the most rudest manager available . Don’t know the how to serve a customer . Don’t recommend this restaurant at all. Terrible service. They overcharged for Pappadum. Butter naan he no butter and manager offered to get fresh as there was no butter. When the bill came they overcharged for it .worst ever manager of a restaurant

Most unprofessional Restaurant visited in UK. The manager there was the rudest guy. They first send wrong food items and then say will replace it and then charge for both. Cheating customers . Please avoid going to Pushkar and their are much better Indian restaurants in the same lane

One of the worst restaurants I have been to in the UK. The manager their doesn’t know the meaning of customer service. Very poor service and don’t recommended at all

The food was really good and so we're the cocktails. Unfortunately the service was a bit slow even though there were only 3-4 tables of customers at the time and plenty of staff around the bar.

I recently dined at restaurant named PUSHKAR and was thoroughly impressed. The food and drinks especially cocktails was exceptional, bursting with flavour and beautifully presented. The service was impeccable, with attentive and friendly staff ( Sadiq, Meet & Nihar )who made the experience even more enjoyable. The ambiance was perfect, offering a cozy and inviting atmosphere that enhanced our meal. Overall, PUSHKAR exceeded my expectations in every aspect, making it a top choice for anyone seeking a memorable dining experience. Highly recommended!

Wonderful food and ambiance. Sadiq has been really kind and humble. And suggested the dishes really well. Another employee is Meet, he was very helpful though out our whole dinning. They are wonderful staff. As a person who loves spicy, pushkar has that kind of variety. Also quality and quantity is good enough for 2 people.

Customer service was 5 star along with the menu selection. highly recommend the lamb chops as a starter and the lamb Biryani also. Ambience of the restaurant was perfect. Thank you very much to the Pushkar team.

Visited this establishment on Saturday. We were received with Avery friendly welcome. Customer service was 5 Star. The food was beautiful. Highly recommend the lamb chops and the biryani was also very tasty.

Title: Disappointing Experience with Rude Service. I have been a regular customer at Pushkar Restaurant Birmingham but my recent experience has left me extremely disappointed. On my latest delivery order I requested extra mint sauce with my order, a simple ask I've made many times before. However, Saddiq, the staff member who served me, was shockingly rude and dismissive.Instead of accommodating my request politely, Saddiq responded with a condescending tone and made me feel like an inconvenience. His unprofessional attitude and lack of customer service skills were unacceptable. As someone who frequents this establishment, I expect to be treated with respect and courtesy.I hope the management addresses this issue promptly, as such behavior can drive loyal customers away. I am hesitant to return until I am assured that customer service will be taken seriously and such incidents will not be repeated.

We are their regular customer through deliveroo but today the staff Mr Saddiq has really disappointed us with his rude and extremely unprofessional behaviour who said can't offer a complimentary mint sauce when we placed an order of £60.... worst customer service

‘First time at Pushkar for our anniversary dinner. Was running late for my booking, called the restaurant and they were extremely understanding and told me to take my time. Food was amazing and service was great - can’t complain. Just wish it was local to me 😬’

Lovely food! Recommended by Nihar who was very helpful in picking nice items from the menu. Great service.

Kudos to Nihar and Mrunal for a wonderful service! Absolutely loved the food compared to the competitors nearby! Worth tasting the chef’s special and catered to our authentic Indian tastebuds👍

The food was good and we had a really good time. The service is good and the ambience of the restaurant is very beautiful.

An excellent Indian Restaurant with excellent service. Came highly recommended by the Hyatt concierge and it did not at all disappoint. Went twice in the same trip

Went their during my visit to Birmingham. The menu is good and food was tasty. But the service was slow. I don't know who that manager was, but he looked bit rude. No courtesy smile, nothing. When I paid the bill, he didn't even acknowledge it properly. Just left the receipt on the table and left.

We originally went to Indian Racer Cafe, but there was a power cut and so couldn't eat there. Azhar the manager suggested Pushkar and even rang them to get us a table. We were not disappointed in this alternative.The place is smart and well furnished with a laid back atmosphere, a bit of an oasis on the busy Broad Street. Sadiq who runs the restaurant was excellent, as was all the service polite and attentive. Although tge menu isn't extensive, it is all the better for it as what you get is well cooked, nicely presented and very tasty. We had lamb shank, tandoori prawns and kadhai chicken, all of which were delicious. One of our party sampled a cocktail, which he really enjoyed too. All in all, its a great venue and deserves to do well.

My husband and I treated ourself to a meal at Pushka. The food was rather expensive and more about quality than quantity which was fine. We enjoyed a bottle of wine with our meal. The unpleasant service came after we had paid (including the over 10% service charge). The restaurant was quiet with many empty tables and we were quietly finishing off our bottle of wine when we were interrupted by the waiter to tell us that we needed to leave in 5 minutes as they needed the table. We found this to be very puzzling due to the amount of free tables?! We hadn’t been there for very long, it wasn’t at all near closing and we could see no reason why they should hurry us out.

One of the best indian meals I've had, it was delicious. Will definitely be back for more. Loved it.

Food - I thought let's give it a try as it was the best rated restaurant in Birmingham for Indian food but I didn't find it that good. The food was average, butter chicken was mild spicy which should be on a little sweeter side and mutton was very well prepared. The garlic naan was okayish but the lachha parantha was exceptional. I had masala salmon which was a new thing and it turned out to be okay. Recommend going there for mutton only!! Courtesy - I went there to celebrate my wife's birthday and I did mention it while booking however, there wasn't any gesture from the staff to wish her. I wasn't looking for a complimentary dish/dessert but there wasn't even a mention or greeting.

I would recommend this restaurant to everyone. Our group was looking for a good Indian restaurant to try while visiting Birmingham and this place exceeded expectations. Food was very special and service was extremely friendly and attentive. Thanks to the team for looking after us.

The food was good but overhyped. Portion size was very small. No starters were available. Service was not good at all.. they rushed us throughout and were not polite and still charged a hefty amount as service charge. The atmosphere was also like any basic average Indian restaurant located in India which is not even posh. Overall would not recommend if you are looking for a good experience.

The resturant was not busy at all when we arrived. Seated and good initial attentive service. After that it was very hit and miss. Lots of staff but never to be seen, but that said when you did get their attention they were very helpful. The food was good not amazing ( considering their reputation). Lamb Rogan Josh was pieces of lamb in a bland gravy. The lamb in spinach was so much better. Can't say we'd go back.

The food was very ordinary with lots of garlic and chilli but little interesting spiciness. The draft lager tasted watered down. The pre drink cocktails were fine but expensive.

Fantastic food and curteous staff, good value for money.

Was recommended this restaurant by foodie friends so had high hopes. And they were met and some! All four of us felt this was the best Indian food we'd ever eaten and were tucking into eachother's dishes before long, tasting a wide array of deep but clean flavours. The qasoori methi murgh and the rarha gosht were particular highlights. We don't often do deserts but were so glad we did. The platter was a total indulgence! To add, the service was very welcoming and attentive without being overbearing. Will definitely return!

Having dined at Pushkar Cocktail Bar & Dining on numerous occasions over the years, I can attest to its consistent delivery of quality Indian fine dining experiences. Situated in a prime location, the ambiance, especially on weekday evenings, offers a serene escape with a relaxed vibe. The menu boasts a delightful array of dishes, among which the Pushkar Panorama stands out as a delightful appetizer, while the Saag Paneer and Punjabi Chole never fail to satisfy as mains. For non drinkers, the mocktail selection provides a refreshing alternative. Parking is convenient, with the option to park at Jury's Inn located directly behind the restaurant. While the service could be improved, the overall experience is marked by good food, a great location, and a charming atmosphere.

Visited 25/03/26 , as usual service level was superb, this is not a cheap place , but also not really overpriced, this establishment is about quality food, quality surrounds, with excellent wine quality. Everything about it is smart. Each dish has flavour and impact , and the wifes butter chicken really was something else.

Sophistication with a hint of the exotic. The menu, a lavish spread of authentic dishes, was matched by an impressive selection of cocktails, each with its own unique twist. My meal was nothing short of spectacular, with spices perfectly balanced to offer a symphony of flavors.

The service was terrible, we waited for the salad which we ordered and asked several times for it but the waiters were busy serving other guests. food was okay but nothing special. I've had better food in some small and cheaper Places.

Visited this restaurant for the first time on a recent trip to Birmingham and it certainly won’t be our last visit. The food was amazing. Just the right amount of spice without being overwhelming. We started with the popadoms and pickle tray. I then had Amritsari Macchi, a tasty fried fish starter, and my wife had Vermicelli Williams. They were both unusual and very enjoyable. Main courses were Gosht Saagwala and Punjabi Chole accompanied by pilau rice and tandoori roti. My only regret was not having the appetite to try one of the deliciously sounding desserts as portion sizes were generous. The staff were very friendly and attentive, especially Nihar. The restaurant also had a lovely ambiance and not noisy like some Indian restaurants although this may have been because it was midweek. Overall, we had a delightful experience and we will definitely return when we are next in Birmingham.

Really nice food and excellent service

Very disappointed. The place has construction work at the entrance which takes away from the vibe. The website says they have a strict dress code, but when I visited there were a group on tracksuits and hats eating. One of the serves was a little angry at us as we did not tell him which food we wanted in the order he wanted. He wanted mains from everybody first. And then sides from everybody last. When a member of our party accidentally said their main and then the rice (which they class as a side) the server snapped and said ‘No. I asked for mains only’. Just bizarre. There was also a service fee which left a bitter taste in our mouth due to the poor service. I wish I just went to a local curry takeaway that offers sit in food.

Food was fine . Service was well below average and not worth the service charge. Dodgy waiter/server charging for drinks not ordered. Did not even apologise. Tried to give out jackets with car keys to someone else. Did not even help packing a lot of extra food ordered and dumped the take away container on the table. Overall service is lot to be desired

The food is fine, not exceptional, just fine. We had the banquet. It was meant to be three courses. The service was appalling. It was so slow. And I mean slow. The quantity of food was insufficient and a dessert was not served. For £49 per head plus 12.5% service charge I was left with a very poor taste in my mouth. I would not return.

Staff really polite. Never disappoints

Absolutely Faultless! From the start of organising our booking for 70+ people to the end of the night, Sadiq and his staff couldn't have provided a better service. We were not the easiest group to manage, a rail strike meant a last minute change of date and (as you would expect with such a large group) there were quite a number of dietary requirements/requests. All of this was met with ease and a smile. The food was absolutely delicious - even for those who opted to have something slightly off-piste from the menu! Everyone in our group commented on how good the food was and that it was of a standard you would expect from a small individual order, rather than that of such a large group who were all eating at the same time. The service was warm, sincere and relaxed; the staff could not have done more for us. We feel so lucky to have stumbled across this absolute gem of a restaurant and, without doubt, it made our trip to Birmingham a special one! Sadiq, thank you so much to you and your staff - I have no doubt that you will have a few return customers the next time any of us find ourselves back in Birmingham!

Food was good . But nans I ordered with my main was a bit hard to bite. Apart from that we enjoyed the meal.

Food and service were excellent! We ordered the panorama and tandoori mix to start. We then had a chicken and a vegetable main. We thoroughly enjoyed it all but the carrot cake was our favorite dish! They have a nice wine selection too.

Food was OK, didn't expect it to be so expensive, £83 for 2 mains 1 rice 1 keema naan and 4 drinks

Brilliant service brilliant food me and my girlfriend had a brilliant valentines

Pushkar is definitely the best Indian restaurant in Birmingham. I am never disappointed and each visit it continues to amaze me. The food, atmosphere and service are excellent. Thank you to Rai and all his staff for yet another wonderful evening tonight. I bought my friends again and my grandson. You did me proud.

We held a dinner for 50 people at Pushkar on a Sunday night in January. The food was excellent and the staff very helpful. Everyone had a great time.

Amazing food with the best service and ambience

Scammers. Charge crazy many for dead portions

The staff are extremely friendly and welcoming, the food top class and ambience perfect. We would definitely recommend

This place deserves a visit, the food was absolutely amazing, service and staff were impeccable, well done Pushkar, I wish you all the success you deserve in the future ❤️

Amazing! Amazing food, amazing service, amazing drinks! We tried the tasting menu for the first time, and it was fantastic. We tried dishes we usually wouldn’t try, and it paid off. The staff are always lovely, and we’ll be back soon. Thank you!

Nice dining room and smart attentive service from the staff. The menu is really good and food was very good and nicely presented.

Excellent service and food. Would highly recommend

Someone else invited and paid for this meal so I might have been bound to be pleased. However this was great tasting food, served with a smile and a real interest in their customers.

We came from South Wales to Birmingham for New Year’s Eve and just had to return to Pushkar. I discovered it over a decade ago through work events and have always loved it but covid restrictions and life changes has kept us away for five or so years. We were not disappointed! It’s Indian food at its best and though there will be many high quality Indian restaurants in Birmingham this one is right on Broad Street and offers a hugely enjoyable and professional dining experience. The atmosphere is relaxed and modern with an army of lovely, efficient staff. The food is simply gorgeous and we were pleased to find that our favourite dishes are still here after all this time. My personal favourite (and for many others by the looks of it) is their stunning lamb biryani which is oven cooked in a light pastry casing which keeps all the spicy loveliness inside. With the grilled scallops starter it’s perfect. Not the cheapest but such a special place. We loved it and I’m already thinking of legitimate ways of coming back this year! Highly recommend.

It was Christmas day, so may not be a representative evening. Food was good, if mild and wine was reasonably priced. Good service. There was a guy entertaining his friends by singing/ screaming with a guitar... hopefully this isn't a regular attraction.

AMAZING so good and lovely atmosphere the staff were very welcoming and family friendly. I have been here lodes and the service has only gotten better. I would recommend to everyone.

Christmas meal here is overpriced for what you get. One plate of poppadums with child size sauces for 4 people. No complimentary drinks, mediocre meal, dessert portion was so small. Very expensive place and they charge £20.00 on final bill as a service charge. This was our first & last visit.

Fantastic fine dining in Birmingham A brilliant meal and service from the team Presentation and flavours were first class Definitely a must dine restaurant

Having been brought up near Bradford and enoying Indian food at hundreds of establishments nationwide for nearly 50 years, I can honestly say this was the worst Lamb Rogan Josh I have ever had! The lamb was tough with lumps of chewy undercooked fat, and the sauce was basically an almost tastely puree with no evidence of the ingredients that went into it. And this was made all the worse by the fact this was a rather expensive Indian restaurant with quite a very limited menu. The only saving grace was we got a table on a Saturday evening when everywhere else was full. And I now see why. Never again, and definitely not recommended.

Absolutely beautiful food. Delicious curries and the Naan bread was so fresh. What really made the experience though was how helpful and attentive the staff were. Highly recommended.

Rip off place. They force the service charge on you. Food is below average. Wouldn't recommend at all. Qavalis is so much better.

Booked to eat at Pushkar before a concert at Symphony hall which is just a few minutes away. Service and food were both excellent. So efficient, the staff were really in control of the dining room and the food served was amazing. Definitely one of the best Indian restaurants around.

Amazing flavours , Top service , just a brilliant experience. Sadique and his team were wonderful. My wife and I had a perfect evening.. Can’t fault any aspect We will return Thank you

Really disappointing curry which was extremely expensive. I had visited this restuarant on several occasions prevoiusly while on business in Birmingham and I always found the service and food to be excellent. So I went out of my way to vist when in Birmingham recently. I have to say I was so disappointed. The food was VERY expensive at around £40 for a basic curry & rice and drink with no sides or bread. It was also very mediocre. Not at all what I remember. I was left wondering if this establishment has been taken over by new management since I last visited (which admittedly was 2019). Based on this - I would avoid. You can get a much better meal for less money in numerous establishments nearby.

Fantastic food and service. Highly recommend this place. The chocolate somosa was divine 😋

Fantastic food and service from Sadiq and all the team, Pushkars is our restaurant of choice when in Birmingham. They have catered for us from parties of 6 to 90 guests and always look after us so well.

Nice place, excellent food great service and value

Best Indian food I’ve ever had Bloke on Sunday 22nd in the stylish blue suit is a fantastic waiter with excellent customer service skills

Good was exceptionally good and service from Nihar was excellent. Thank you!

Wonderful food & a great waiter Nihar. All round a great experience.

I do not normally write review , however this place is shocking !!!! Boring atmosphere, food is shocking !! No flavour to anything , the lamb (bland unless you like the taste of cinnamon at the back of your throat) chicken (tasteless), saag paneer (well that what they say it is ) the dhaal was the only thing eatable. They tried three times to add some flavour to the lamb (even the chef came out to the table to ask (shocking ) you can get a better curry in Iceland The manager has not got a clue , no customer service skills apart from asking "how is your food" the food is crap you have been told 3 times but he doesn't know what to do AVOID this place , got to Big Johns or something you will get more flavour !! And at least their manager has the balls to do something about an issue !! What the hell do people see in this place !!'n

Had a brilliant evening. Nihar was excellent at making our anniversary celebrations memorable. Great food and service.

I have booked their private room for a business dinner with customers. The service, food options were superb. Nihar was looking after us, not to mentioned the excellent food We realized last minute that one of our guest had her birthday that night, they brought an extra piece of chocolate cake for the celebration. All our 20 guests were delighted to their dinner at Pushkar. Thank you.