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I’ve been seeing a couple of nasty reviews about this establishment recently so I wanted to voice my own review because honestly these hard working people deserve every 5* rating they have and much more, I’ve been coming here for many years since they first opened. They have fantastic customer service and treat you like family, their food is by far the best in Birmingham and you know damn well it’s excellent quality, I’ve seen people on here saying it’s “pricey” but it really isn’t, if me and my wife order food online from a different establishment we’re looking to spend at least £60, here we always pay between £20-£30 for a family of 3, this is amazing and I’m a big guy I eat a lot. Another thing I will say that you will notice is how well these guys work as a team, and they never screw your order up. Truly amazing traditional chip shop and staff, give these a try if you haven’t already!

I took my family to ounce on Wednesday, What a wonderful meal we had, Service and food was excellent, all our 8 meals were cooked to perfection, We look forward to going back again very soon

Being phoning Jivans for several months now and not getting a pick up, does anyone know if they're still in business or what's happening?

Was hesitant to come here however it was really lovely. The food was stunning really hot and tasty. The veg could do with a little more cooking. They were a bit hard but they were still tasty. The waiters and waitresses were very lovely and helpful. Love the decor and the ambience. So overall a lovely evening with lovely friends highly recommended.

Great after dinner experience. We shared 6 tapas dishes which were are perfectly cooked. Our server James was attentive to all our requirements. Will be back again

Called in here for the first time whilst in the area for some light lunch (Sunday). We were quickly shown a table by a very nice member of staff who served us throughout. My wife, daughter and I had a nice omelette each and hot drinks. Service was lovely. It’s a cosy, friendly place, it was a tad too hot for me if I’m honest, it could have done with a little ventilation as the cooking area is just partly segregated off the main dining area. A lovely stop off never the less. The garden centre that it’s part of is quite big & seemed to stock a very good range of healthy looking plants. There’s a small toilet block outside just off the car park.

I ordered a Thai Milk Tea after a recommendation from a staff member. The drink was so good and the tapioca added such a lovely touch. I would really recommend this place!

Absolutely awful reception. Cold atmosphere. No one behind the bar. Shown to our table that wasn’t even laid despite booking. Not at all interested in serving us so we walked out. Trying to support local businesses but won’t be going there again. Terrible

Poor evening. Nice venue and waitresses but at £79 per person the food was very below par. 1.5 mini canapés each were fine, salmon/trout starter light but fairly tasteless and the seafood boil main was just awful. Overflowing bowl of warm, pretty tasteless and messed about seafood. All unattractive and just didn’t taste very nice. I was extremely disappointed. My husband had the beef and said it was “just ok”

Lovely food and great service! We visited Sunday with a party of 13 for my son’s 18th birthday. Food was all delicious and served in good time and waitresses very friendly. Steaks were cooked to perfection and roasts were all delicious. Cannot fault anything and you all made his birthday special. Thank you all so much!

The meal was excellent and wonderfully cooked ( I believe the chef was called Andrew). Ham egg and chips was well cooked. Ham was tender, thick and juicy The beef burger was very thick, well cooked with excellent chips and coleslaw. Pudding was cheesecake and single cream, not to be missed even after a satisfying main course. 10/10

We came here for my nieces 21st birthday meal. Honestly we can say we don’t have anything negative to say. There was 13 of us whom all enjoyed the food and desserts we had. The staff were great 2 lovely young ladies who couldn’t do enough for us they were fab! Also the chef thank you for lovely food. Well done to all and thank you for a great meal out 🌟

What a lovely little cafe. We went for breakfast both days of our weekend stay and both days the staff were really friendly, the atmosphere inside was lovely and the food was cooked perfectly. Little gem on the locks.

Came here alone and couldn’t have asked for better experience chatted to the staff very professional yet relaxed had a good talk with all. Ordered a lasagna and it was really nice especially with the chips. Kid called Layton who was working there was very kind to me and bought my meal out very quickly great service.

We had been recommended here so wanted to try. Not disappointed at all Very good quality food Lovely friendly staff We visited on a Saturday night and it was very busy We did have to wait quite a bit for food but as it was so busy we didn’t mind we just chatted at the table. Food came with a smile and an apology for the delay - which was good. Great quality food, and excellent tastes Superb value for money too