The Bell Harborne in Birmingham

Last night I went to the bell as my usual with my friend and when my friend went in the counter to order drinks the bartender was really rude and we was (kicked out) and left the drinks in the table. Unfortunately that didn't happen only to us, that happen to a group of friends (about 8) in another table who spent a lot of money on their drinks (which I could count around 20 glasses in the table) and the bartender was really rude with them too and kicked them out too...They even ring the bell 🔔 for the last order.... PS: PLEASE MAKE SURE THE STAFF DOES THEY WORK PROPERLY IF NOT....STAY AT HOME INSTEAD OF TREATING COSTUMERS SO RUDE....Now think if that is OK to treat people like that? We just need a relax FRIDAY night after a long day at work.

Lovely staff. Always helpful and polite. Nothing too much trouble

Good food and good beer and nice atmosphere

On the 2nd of January we decided to book a family meal for Saturday evening (01/03/2025) We explained it was a double celebration for my mum and partner's birthday and we were all very excited having never visited the Bell at Harborne. Upon arrival we were told our table was outside, this was not specified on the booking confirmation that was made 2 months prior. Slightly baffled due to the 5 degree temperature, the man took us outside to inspect our table next to the smoking shelter and drinkers who agreed 'it was abit cold out.' They did try and resolve the situation by putting us at 3 very small tables where it would have been impossible to eat. The whole experience was surreal and after our first drink we decided to leave. We then rang various restaurants in Harborne and managed to get a table at the Plough who were very accommodating and even managed to get us a table indoors. I was in 2 minds about writing this review but 24 hours later I still find myself in shock and felt it necessary to voice my disappointment that our double family celebration nearly turned into disaster.

Came in for a roast was top notch thank you

Tan decepcionado con este lugar ahora. Me encantó anteriormente, pero fuimos a almorzar el domingo y el pavo y el relleno sabían como si hubieran sido recalentados. Los asados estaban duros y no cocinados adecuadamente. Ni un parche en los almuerzos del domingo anterior. Mi anciana madre apenas comió nada de su comida. Los postres fueron agradables afortunadamente. Todavía me adelanté y reservé para el almuerzo de hoy pensando que era uno fuera. Pedí ensalada César con quorn pero cuando llegó era muslo de pollo. Reordenado ya que dijeron que no tenían quorn y tuvieron que pagar la diferencia de £ 2. 40 - que pensé que como era su error debería haber sido un intercambio directo. Pedimos lenguado Dover. Mis hijas estaban llenas de huesos, las patatas hasselback estaban secas y sabían a microondas. La acelga arcoíris era solo papilla verde. En general fue una comida horrible. Después de 2 comidas malas definitivamente no volveré. Qué pena.

Fue un gran lugar para el almuerzo, con un ambiente agradable, buenas cervezas, grandes porciones y buen servicio. El pub es bastante viejo y peculiar por dentro, con puertas bajas y carpintería. No es particularmente espacioso. Pudimos reservar en línea muy fácilmente.

Great meals, not like the usual meals at harvester or sizzling. Bit more countryfied lovely bowling green. Nice location. Great on a warm summers evening.......New menu April 2022...

Beautiful pub but the food isn’t great…. Very average and poor quality for the price.

Comimos aquí hoy. .comimos comida encantadora (filetes y cheescake) El servicio fue rápido y amable . . toda la tarde fue encantador . . bien hecho a todo el personal . .

Visited on a Sunday afternoon for a roast. Really cosy little pub which was a great place to while away a Sunday afternoon, cosy, comfortable and warm with a very typical British pub decor. It actually gave me a very countryside pub vibe which I found quite whimsical. The food available was a little short of the full menu as it was clearly very busy with most tables being reserved. I wasn't able to have the beef roast or cauliflower cheese (unfortunately) but I went for the lamb instead (which was delicious). The food was very good, personally I would have liked a larger portion of meat but for the price it was perfectly acceptable, you are able to request more veg if required for no additional cost. The service was really good and the staff were friendly. I would definitely recommend this pub and wouldn't hesitate to visit again.

Acabo de tener un gran almuerzo con la familia el servicio y la comida era excelente el personal era muy servicial, especialmente la joven con el hermoso cabello teñido perdón por no obtener su nombre, pero tan servicial y cortés

Fuimos a almorzar y reservamos para las 2 pm. The Bell tiene un menú de almuerzo, así como un menú principal y se puede elegir entre cualquiera de los dos menús. Elegí barriga de cerdo cocinada lentamente con una burbuja y rosti chillón y todos los demás tenían hamburguesas con papas fritas. La comida era excelente y magníficamente cocinado. La camarera era muy amable y muy servicial. En general, una gran experiencia y sin duda volveremos de nuevo.

Traditional pub with outdoor area overlooking bowling green. Great place for a drink for individuals or family

Very nice pub good service and the staff were friendly.

Encantador pub en la parte trasera de Harborne. Gran servicio y un ambiente decente. Buena selección de ales y un menú aceptable.

Primera visita a The Bell hoy para el almuerzo del domingo y no me decepcionó! Se topó con ella un poco y había reservado basado en críticas. Carne de res para mí y cordero para él con un poco de queso de coliflor, por supuesto! Me encanta que los condimentos salgan todos sin tener que pedir y luego conseguir un dedal lleno! Buena salsa, Yorkies y buena selección de verduras. Sabía bien cocinado en casa y sin duda volveremos!

I have never been disappointed at The Bell but for the 1st time I was on the evening of the 1st October.. Went for Dinner with friends. I had the 10oz Ribeye Steak and everything was gorgeous but half of the Ribeye I couldn't eat because it was all 'gristle'.. Inedible. I mentioned it to the Staff and was told it was 'Marbling'.. It was definitely not. They spoke to the Chef and the message that came back was 'Can't do anything about it, it's just the way the Steaks comes to us'.. I wasn't expecting anything but thought I would have had a better response, the staff did apologise but it was like 'oh well it happens from the Chef'. Anyway my thoughts are that a Chef should know by the look of the Steak wether it be good enough to cook for a Customer etc?. Eitherway I still recommend The Bell. Never ever had a problem there..so don't not go, it's a, wonderful place. Just wanted to make my point.

Nice old pub. Good beer. Moody staff.

We took a friend here for anafternoon tea treat, whilst the 'snug' area was nice, the pub was absolutely dead. What was really disappointing was the actual afternoon tea, it was a real let down. There was essentially what amounted to one and a half sandwiches between us, a couple of falafels and doughnuts and brownies and 3 scones that were very dry. This is not a traditional afternoon tea. There should be a selection of small sandwiches, a selection of small cakes including cream cakes and of course the scones should be fresh and warm. Falafels and small doughnuts should not be included in an afternoon tea. I felt so embarrassed as it was supposed to be a treat for my friend who had never experienced an afternoon tea whereas we frequent afternoon teas up and down the country. The price also did not reflect the quality and the amount of food at £45 for three people it is overpriced and underwhelming.

I've been here several times. This time, with my eldest son, on our way back from a shopping trip. It's a dog friendly pub, fortunately, as we had Nelson, my sons dog, with us. Water and biscuits were supplied for him without us asking. Staff are polite, courteous, and helpful. We sat outside at the back overlooking the bowling green as it was a fairly warm day. Our food was served promptly and was very tasty.

Best local pub in the area. Nice atmosphere, good for a night out with friends or family. Prices are not high and the staff is friendly.

Nice cosy old school pub with a good variety of drinks and a lovely menu. Friendly service and attentive staff. Me & my family always have great meals here. We have been for lunch, evening meals, and even breakfasts on Sat/Sun mornings! They are always good at altering meals for our requests (such as chips instead of mash, gravy on the side etc) and there is always something for our family members who are gluten-free & diary-free. We have had birthday meals here as well, even for groups as much as 12 (but obviously booked in advance as a large group) & it's always enjoyable and a good atmosphere in the pub. Great beer garden with plenty of seats, outdoor heaters, flower beds, a bowling green, and all with such a pretty backdrop of a church and mighty old trees. It's definitely a hidden gem! The pub is an old coaching station inn, so the only thing is that the bar corridor can be tight for space when there is a queue for the bar, but everyone is always in good spirits to get past each other if needed, etc. Plus, it is all part of the pubs old school charm! So go with a smile and enjoy the buildings history as well as the food and drink. 😉

The best casual pub in Harborne. Spent many hours in the cosy, timber rooms and beautiful exterior (self-controlled heated area under cover!), drinking, eating and playing cards with loved ones. Highly recommend the burgers and their Sunday roast, with unlimited roasties! They have a very popular and brilliant pub quiz (recommend booking a table to guarantee a spot) Thursday and Sundays.

Dogs allowed. Nice location. Loved the Bowling green

SITTING IN THE BEAUTIFUL OUTDOOR AREA EATING GOOD QUALITY FOOD WITH A SUMMER DRINK- WHAT IS NOT TO LOVE

This is the second time we have been here for food..food also very nice the first time.except when our plates came out there was about 12 chips lol..but then Al very nice person a big man with beard n glasses nme unknown sorted us out..today the 25/8.there was seven of us all sueezed up in the corner,ok not a problem but just a bit uncomfortable..my partner had the 3 roast..the others had lamb shank..my self I had the prime beef..now tbh it was absolutely fantastic met jut melt in the mouth none of us left anything but bone..LOVELY FOOD. My only gripe was the beer it was terrible and I mean terrible totally flat..now to me either the glasses are not left to dry long enough or you need to clean the lines at least 2 maybe even 3 times a week..there was 2 men behind the bar plus a young lady and they did change the beer for us..service was nice n efficient...Good points..food very nice 4.8/5..friendly staff 4.8/5..beer sorry but its only a 3..we will be returning soon for breakfast so let's give that a bash...thank you all a pleasure to visit..

Great place can't wait to try the award winning pie's

Popped in with the family for a Sunday dinner yesterday the bell has a beautiful beer garden the food is amazing and the staff are friendly definitely recommend to anyone!

Love this pub ❤️. Great beer garden, great food and drinks and the most friendly and attentive staff. Highly recommend 😍

Beautiful pub. Visited for food and drinks and was not disappointed, the fish and chips were delicious. Great food, great drinks, lovely clean pub and beer garden, and the most friendly and attentive staff. If your ever in Harborne I suggest a visit.

The Bell is a lovely family pub with a great atmosphere and beer garden! Friendly staff and good food.

After an unfortunate car-related incident, my mum and I needed to wait several hours on a Friday evening for roadside assistance. As a result, we walked into The Bell for a bite to eat and somewhere warm and accommodating to sit. We couldn’t have been more delighted with the food, service and atmosphere at The Bell! The food came quickly (my mum and I both had the Lamb Shank) and was really delicious, the lamb fell off the bone, and the entire dish was rich and warming. Steve the barman was incredible, helping us both with phone charging, offering many a friendly chat and generally going above and beyond. The whole team was concerned for our situation and very kind throughout our visit. The pub is lovely, and in the gorgeous area of Harborne, next to an historic church - all very picturesque! Thank you Steve and the team for making our bad day so much brighter! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Best beer garden going, staff friendly and welcoming, shoutout to Matt who never forgets our order!

Lovely pub,plenty of character, same as it was 40 odd years ago👍

We have always loved coming to the Bell but lately it feels as though the standards have dropped. The food has been a let down on both our recent visits. The staff are lovely & the atmosphere is great but the food is just so disappointing now. I don't know what's changed but we're not sure that we'll be back for another meal :(

Visited for Sunday lunch yesterday and was really impressed. Excellent food and plenty of it. Lovely beer garden in the sunshine, and service was really friendly and efficient. Would definitely recommend.

Cozy place, good food, affordable prices Nice staff and atmosphere 🍻

Arrived Saturday evening at 8.30 pm to an empty pub! The setting is stunning. Quaint traditional pub, with a bowling green, next door to a church. We took a seat at the table with our name on and still no one approached us. My husband went to the bar to say we were here and was told he needed to order drinks there. He was also told we had to make our menu choices on the next 15 minutes, at the bar. One person ordered the steak and venison pie to be told it wasn’t available. The sticky chicken skewer starter was just cold chicken on salad with sauce drizzled over. Apparently the lamb shank was good and the chicken pie was ok. The hake and scallop tagliatelle was very disappointing- very salty and far too many capers. All in all a very disappointing experience with a total lack of service. Such a shame as the place itself is so lovely.

Booked Sunday lunch. Food hot and cooked well but did not get same veg as menu advertised (no roasted carrots or parnips) served boiled carrots and cabbage instead. Skimpy on the meat. Unlimited yourkshires, potatoes and gravy though! Cosy little pub with pleasant outdoor seating.

Reserved a table, we came in and the table was covered in alcohol, food and used straws, even though it had our reserved sign on it. Not a single person at the bar so we asked one of the waitresses where to order drinks and she said if we wait at the bar someone will be there in 5 seconds… so we went back to the bar and she was the one going back to the bar, so what’s the need for the attitude. We asked for a sangria spritz from their summer menu and was flat out told they don’t serve sangria. I had to argue that it’s on your menu! Surely you serve it?? They checked and just like that, they do serve it, so we get the sangria (without the fruit and ice as advertised) and sit back down. Later we order a tea to the table as my mother in law is cold due to their heat lamps not working, all other tables had their drinks brought to our table, not us, the same waitress comes out to the front of the pub and shouts ‘who ordered a tea’ Much to the bemusement of all the England fans sitting watching the game who started to jeer and laugh about someone ordering a tea at the pub, she knew what she was doing. Never coming back to such awful service.

Quaint little place and if you bring your dog they will be more than welcome would certainly go back.

Lovely pub and bowling green. Real ale beers not nice at all. Had to drink cider ???

A recent visit on a decent evening. Not full sun. Nice setting both indoors and outdoors. Busy. Food tasty, but basic pub grub. This is OK. Quite a difficult set up to order and pay. Rather narrow and old fashioned corridor leading to bar. Reasonable value. Best to pre book.

We had my friends baby shower here on a Saturday afternoon for afternoon tea. There was a party of 10 and they fitted us in last minute and let us use the Snug area. They were so helpful with the booking and the afternoon tea was lovely, great food and brilliant value for money. The free refill of the teapots was a bonus. Would go again without hesitation.

Great place for lunch , lovely garden area . Food was fabulous and great selection of drinks. Staff where attentive and pleasant.🙂

Booked an outdoor table for a Saturday evening. No reserved sign, no staff to direct us to the table. Managed to find out where we were sitting, staff member was polite and gave us a table number for us to locate, it was a little dirty table with used glasses on. The atmosphere was horrible so we left.

Lovely local traditional pub and the staff are great. We've always enjoyed food here and the new breakfast is very good!

Lovely pub hidden away - great staff, great atmosphere & well organised Very small bar but the team is very efficient and there’s an option to order by app too Very relaxing environment We’ve been enquiring about having an engagement party here - Fran and Mads have both been super helpful! All staff have been positive and we are now super excited that we have chosen here & successfully reserved! (Don’t bother submitting a query online, just go in and speak to the staff The online query form goes to a Head Office/ corporate team who weren’t helpful at all and told me incorrect information)

Good cooked pub food in a great location, especially good when the weather is good

Nice but very average food, portions not the best. A really nice country style pub, relaxing atmosphere and very friendly, helpful staff.Rear beer garden is lovely. Would definitely visit again for drinks and a chill but give the food a miss.

Nice lunch. View over the green.

Lovely original pub, good menu. Friendly staff.

Good beer well kept. An old pub but the toilets refreshingly modern. Worth having a look

This is one of the best local pubs I've ever been to, especially the lamb tripe is quite delicious. The environment is pleasant, and the service is quite warm and welcoming.

Lovely Sunday lunch, great choice of food. Roast lunch enjoyed by all and excellent puddings. Staff welcoming, friendly, and attentive. Happy to recommend and visit again. Bonus being dog friendly.

Great local pub that has been around for generations and continues to be an awesome place. Food is great, Sunday roast is amazing, lots of options for sharing, the staff are super friendly and helpful. Lots of area at the back for big and small groups, definitely recommended for a few pints!

Welcoming traditional pub, tasty food

Love this place! A classic old English pub. Really cosy, friendly people, great beer garden with outdoor heaters and top staff. What more could you ask for! I'll be going again.

We made a reservation for 10 of us for a family get-together. The tables had been re-arranged and set ready for us and we received a friendly welcome. The staff were attentive and efficient and the food was attractively presented and tasted very good. The lamb shank was excellent! We will definitely be back again.

First visit lovely location good venue but not cheap beer choices also good

Love this place. Great garden in the summer! Dog friendly and I’ve even bought off their little dog menu. My little dog loves them

Great little pub that is very popular in the summer as people gather in the outside areas around the bowling green. It is our 'go to' pub all year round. Lovely cosy atmosphere, the food and drink is great and all the staff are very welcoming. Highly recommended.

First impressions, very good. Food ,everything was fantastic. Will be returning .♥️♥️♥️

A great mother's day visit! Food was delicious. A really friendly and cosy pub. Will definitely visit again.

Lovely mother's Day lunch thank you

Fantastic pub with very friendly staff.

This pub is what you think of when traditional old English are your requirements. Atmosphere is great, cosy and warm. Super friendly helpful and sociable staff. beautiful decor and great atmosphere. Shout out to Matt in particular. Looking forward to a Sunday roast in the near future

Went for Sunday lunch, was really looking forward to it, we both thought that the roast beef was awful, beef had no taste and a lot of fat running through it and only got 2 small slices. Roast patatos were burnt and parsnips and carrots chopped up very small as if it was for a child. And you only got one very thin slice of broccoli. For £16 it was awful. Will not go again, very disappointed.

Lovely food and drinks and amazing staff

Visited The Bell for the Valentines offer . The steak was cooked to perfection, staff were friendly , atmosphere was cosy . Will definitely recommend. 10/10.

Can't believe my eyes when I walked into the beautiful 18th century lounge of the bell. Two TV like screens totally out of sink with this wonderful room. The atmosphere was five star now one. Please use common sense and take them down 🙏🙏🙏.

I do like the bell pub in Harborne

I brought my mom here for afternoon tea, it was amazing. The sandwiches were fresh and lovely, plenty of yummy cakes. The staff are so lovely, pub was warm and cosy. We had a lovely time. Its definately the best afternoon tea we have had and we have been to many places. Highly recommended.

Holly Great Guinness Great food

Just spent the afternoon celebrating my son's 21st birthday here. 30 of us! Excellent food. Staff were brilliant. The atmosphere was cosy and Christmassy. Perfect 👌. Thankyou everyone at The Bell ♥️

Good choice of beers, decent menu, good atmosphere. Excellent service.

Great little pub hidden away in Harborne. I love the location of the Bell as the road it is nestled on feels like you're in a quaint English village rather than in the suburbs of the country's second city. Good food at a reasonable price. Decent selection of beers. Great outdoor seating for warmer months, and cosy indoor space for the colder ones.

Surprisingly nice put and a chilled atmosphere

I do come in quite regularly with my boyfriend and our friends. Even me and boyfriend come in ourselves

Very good Sunday roast in an atmospheric pub.

Just been here for the first time in a while and have to say that was the best roast I’ve ever had in this venue trio of meat cook to perfection I really did enjoy that. Top marks to the chef. Thank you

This has a quaint country pub vibe with Harborne wrapped round it; I believe it is old coaching inn so a little cramped and dark inside in places, but it has a great south facing outside area overlooking the bowling green. The menu is quite big, the food was good pub grub with some dishes on the gastro-pub end of the spectrum with friendly service. Would certainly return.

Great old world pub, great ales, food and service from a brilliant staff excellent such a pity we live so far away, must try to return...

We had Sunday lunch for 8. The food was outstanding, as good as I've had anywhere. Would recommend you book in advance.

Small nice pub, decent food good portions

1 of the best places to visit in Harbourne the staff are brilliant. The meals are excellent.

Met our inlaws for the first time, had a great night, lots of laughs and drinks, great little pub with lovely staff. Thank you, Lisa 😊

Beer not up to scratch same for the gammon

Visited today whilst in the area visiting family (3 adults & 2 children). Easily reserved a table online in advance. Arrived and found space to park directly outside the pub. We were early but received a warm welcome & were shown to our table. Ordered food & drink at the bar and service was very quick & staff were friendly and helpful. 4 of us had the sunday roast dinners & one kids meal. Portion sizes were great and the food was delicious. Ordered desserts and again quick service & tasted amazing. We were really impressed and will definitely visit again when we're in Birmingham next.

Food fresh and tasty service friendly, atmosphere calm and conducive to conversation. Could do with reducing the amount of highly processed food.

Brought the wife for her birthday. Food was brilliant and the service excellent. I highly recommend. I had the lamb shank, I will be back yo have it again

Lovely atmosphere, and on monday and sunday evenings you can enjoy the bell ringing

Super cosy traditional pub and a real hidden Gem in Harbourne. Fab. Worth a visit .

Great bowling green. Always welcoming.

Really interesting little pub I didn't know existed. Had Sunday lunch and it was brilliant we will be going back.

Lovely old pub, right next to the village church and with a bowling green attached... beautiful!

First time here for Sunday lunch & couldn't fault anything! Really friendly staff & delicious food. Will definitely return!

First visit in 3o years...Nice to see NOTHING changes. Cosy as ever.. AND the rare Brew XI beer!!

Lovely setting and a very cute traditional pub. Unfortunately the service let us down, as a group of 4 ordering separately we expected our food to come out at different times but not 25 mins apart..one meal seemingly had been totally forgotten about. £15 for a burger that was missing ingredients and presented in a half hearted way left us feeling underwhelmed. The Sunday roasts were home cooked and good value. Sadly we’re not eager to return, which is a shame as initially we had high hopes.