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Firstly an apology to Waz, I'm sorry that it has taken me so long to write a review for your bistro, and more over I'm sorry the adventure has ended; albeit a new one is now in motion. I came here at the request of a good friend of mine, and fellow food blogger back in December 2022. I was told that the chef knew his stuff, and that the food was very reminiscent of the street food cafes we had visited during our time in Morocco, and Southern France; my friend wasn't wrong. I ordered a starter of Calamari Fritters, served with a Garlic & Saffron Mayo, for the main a Roasted Quail accompanied by dauphinoise potatoes and a fig sauce, and for dessert my go to Christmas Pudding. My first impression of Waz's Bistro is that its a tidy affair, on par with some of the smaller bistros you would normally encounter in the city. The staff although young, were attentive, and if they were unsure would ask the kitchen. The wine list was hit and miss; so I stuck to dealers choice and ordered a cocktail. The starter arrived around the fifteen minute mark from order, not withstanding the location; wasn't to bad of a ticket time. The Calamari Fritters were crispy on the outside, and the Calamari succulent when chewed. The mayo added a nice bite as the garlic added a subtle dimension, the saffron was perfectly measured, and like the garlic added an extra dimension to the dish. The main course was roughly ten minutes from when the young chap took my entre plate away, again ticket times are clearly a priority to the chef. The Quail was unfortunately a bit drier than what I would have normally liked, but still ticked all the boxes regarding taste and presentation. The potatoes were just that, nothing abusive to the taste buds, nor offensive to the eye. The Fig Sauce though was something to behold, perfectly balanced, and complimented the quail beautifully; bravo Chef, Bravo! Now to the disappointment. After my plate was taken away, I was left for roughly twenty minutes before what in my eyes was a travesty. The Christmas Pudding was undercooked, and even though it was perfectly fruited, it was a trudge to eat it. The bill was thirty-five pounds excluding the cocktail, and to be honest that's cheap considering other Bistros. It was overall a great night out So how do I rate Waz? More so now that he's closed his doors. I believe a nod of respect to his talent, and acknowledgment of all he did for the industry in Bromsgrove is a good place to start Bon Chance Waz.

Fantastic find for a birthday treat! Service and food wonderful. We sat outside and felt very special eating such beautifully presented and tasty food. Had the crab sharing platter, two alc free beers with it and the bill was under £40 Worth it and fabulous!

The best Fish and chip shop around! Really delicious always cooked fresh (non of this reheating yesterday’s left overs like other Chip shops) and the staff are always really kind and caring. I’m yet to have something of the menu I haven’t enjoyed !

Didn't see it being packed. Fish and chips a little on the small size, ordered large on both. Chips looked like the end of a batch many bits not chunky. Usually good but not today.

Well, the food here is just terrific. We had the best mussels we've ever had! And as 60 year olds that is saying something. The scallops were to die for too. We ordered four different portions of different foods, which we shared and the timing for bringing the next portion was spot on. Freshly cooked too. Honestly its very, very good food.

My word! I don't often have fish and chips, maybe on a seaside holiday or nick a few chips off the kids, however, how I have never come to this takeaway before and in my opinion it blows 90% of the others out of the water. Friendly and accommodating staff, swift service and beautifully fresh, well cooked fish and for me, perfect chips. The cheeky little sausage in batter I added for a later snack was delicious too, batter still had a crunch not gone soggy. I will definitely be going again soon to try more delights, the smell of the curry sauce was almost intoxicating, what a gem on Fountain street, think the locals have been keeping this quiet! Bravo.

This is the second visit to this fish and chip shop ,the first time was good we just had chips on that occasion. This time we had fish and chips .one has to wait for the fish and chips to cook that's why they are so good the quality of the produce was brilliant fresh and extremely well cooked best chip shop for miles. It should have an award for the best fish and chips in Wales.

This Fish and Chip shop is quite simply the best in the wider area for quality of produce and value for money. The owner and staff are so very friendly and welcoming and always provide a great service and food. It’s the only ‘Chippy’ I’ll use in the area having used others that don’t compare.

We went to a live music night outdoors, and reef and beef were there. We ordered scampi, salt and pepper squid and a fresh mackerel bap. All of them were cooked perfectly, good value portions and the mackerel was certainly fresh. Would highly recommend any or all of these - thank you reef and beef! We can’t wait for the next time. Thanks 😊❤️

Always very high quality. Pricy, but you certainly get what you pay for.

Food more than amazing, very friendly staff, the atmosphere is wonderful with excellent prices, highly recommended

Fantastic food here, first class gf fish and chips and massive variety for coeliacs..

Shame about burnt battered chips . Rest of food is excellent

Even though my brother lives opposite they deliver the food for .

Gluten free fish and chips and curry sauce 🤤 Very nice food and will definitely be back for more . Thursday, Friday and Saturday for gluten free is great news.