
SECRET GARDEN
Where the atmosphere is alive with the spirit of nature.
DIG IN!
Fresh menus, packed with the season’s finest veg, fruit, spices and herbs.
EVERYTHING'S COMING UP ROSÉ
A garden party of liquid botanicals - like taking a stroll through a lush, boozy greenhouse.
The Botanist Birmingham
DIG INTO OUR MENUS
Grown, gathered and served – our menus are packed with the season’s finest veg, fruit, spices and herbs. Dig in!
What's On
Take a stroll and discover what’s on at your local Botanist. From Musical Bingo and Live Music to Happy Hour and Botanista Brunch, events in our garden are in full bloom.
Christmas '26
It might feel early but our Christmas bookings are officially open. If festive plans are already on your to-do list, we'll save you a seat.
Whether you're planning your work Christmas party, a festive get-together with friends or a family celebration, now's the perfect time to secure your preferred date.
Book now and let the countdown begin!
Live Music
Join us for live music every week, as our homegrown bands, duos and solo artists take to the stage.
Every Friday from 7pm and Saturday from 8pm ‘til late.
Happy Hour
Join us for Happy Hour 4-7pm every weekday where the drinks (and good times) flow.
- Any classic cocktail for £8.95
- Pint of Pravha or Aspall Cyder £4.95
- Bottle of house wine or fizz £19.95
*excludes Edinburgh
Botanista Brunch
90 minutes of joy! Enjoy any brunch dish and 3 drinks for £37.50, or go bottomless for £47.50, every Friday & Saturday until 2pm.
Musical Bingo
Eyes down, listen up!
With live house bands, plus a bonus Happy Hour that goes all night long.
The first Thursday of every month from 7pm.
Sunday Roasts
Roasted meats with crisp, garlic & herb roast potatoes and all the trimmings including bottomless Yorkshires and house gravy.
Only available on Sundays.
Lunch Menu
A lighter version of our famous kebabs, served with garlic flatbread, rocket salad and houmous. Let’s graze!
Served until 4pm, Monday to Friday, just £8.95.
*Lunch menu not available in Lincoln
Seedlings Menus
Our Kids Menu is perfect for little gardeners. Every kids meal includes a houmous and cucumber snack pot, a main and a pud.
Don't forget - eat your greens!
Pizza On The Terrace
All our pizzas feature hand-stretched dough, San Marzano tomato sauce, and creamy fior di latte mozzarella, slow-baked to perfection. A slice of sunshine - garden fresh, oven-fired.


An oasis made for unforgettable moments
Whether you’re sowing the seeds of party ideas or picking a date, The Botanist is the perfect place to host an event in full bloom. Add a touch of botany to any occasion. From parties and group bookings, to birthday celebrations and weddings, we'll make sure your event flourishes.
Live music at the Botanist
Join us for live music every week, as our homegrown bands, duos and solo artists take to the stage every Friday and Saturday night ‘til late.
11.09.2026•19:00The Botanist BirminghamThe Urban Players (duo)
The Urban Players are a versatile duo from the West Midlands. We have over 30 years of experience playing the local pub scene, plus weddings and charity events. We can offer a wide range of songs from…
The Urban Players (duo)
12.09.2026•20:00The Botanist BirminghamLucy Brown Duo
A vibrant and energised duo consisting of Lucy and Stas. Between them they provide killer soulful vocals with silky harmonies and vibrant guitar playing. They provide music for everyone. 60s-present d…
Lucy Brown Duo
18.09.2026•19:00The Botanist BirminghamThe Good Vibrations
The Good Vibrations are a high quality, upbeat acoustic guitar and harmony duo based in the Midlands but available to travel nationwide.Whether it’s providing music during wedding drinks or playing …
The Good Vibrations
19.09.2026•20:00The Botanist BirminghamDownshift (Duo)
Dynamic semi-acoustic guitar duo with great harmonies and melodic solos playing classic and modern sing-a-long pop, soft-rock, indie, britpop and country from 60s to present.
Downshift (Duo)
25.09.2026•19:00The Botanist BirminghamBonnylou Duo
Bonnylou duo is a dynamic established duo with over 15 years of experience. Bonnylou plays a wide range of covers of all styles/genres catering to all audiences. Pop/soul/funk/reggae/motown/blues/coun…
Bonnylou Duo
26.09.2026•13:00The Botanist BirminghamMartin Jackson
Martin Jackson is a solo acoustic singer and guitarist based in Nottingham. Stemming from his diverse music taste, Martin prides himself on being highly adaptable. His soaring vocal, creative guitar …
Martin Jackson
26.09.2026•14:15The Botanist BirminghamCloudy Galvez
Cloudy is a unique artist blending her singer/songwriter roots with funk and blues. The songs flow from one to the other through beautiful improvised transitional sections, allowing the music to breat…
Cloudy Galvez
26.09.2026•16:45The Botanist BirminghamNorthern Souvenirs
We are a lively Country/Pop duo based in Birmingham, with over 10 years of Live Music experience.
Northern Souvenirs
26.09.2026•18:15The Botanist BirminghamDownshift Trio
Dynamic trio with great vocal harmonies, melodic solos and tight beats playing classic and modern sing-a-long pop, soft-rock, indie, britpop and country 60s to present.
Downshift Trio
26.09.2026•19:30The Botanist BirminghamBonnylou Band
Bonnylou band is a well established band that has over 15 years of experience. Playing all genres/music styles to meet the needs of all audiences.
Bonnylou Band
26.09.2026•21:00The Botanist BirminghamPale Riders Band
Dynamic band playing a wide variety of genres.
Pale Riders Band
01.10.2026•19:00The Botanist BirminghamMikey Rainsford
Mikey Rainsford is a professional singer, guitarist and songwriter from Birmingham in the UK. For over 18 years he has been touring the UK and Europe in bands, writing and recording in prestigious stu…
Mikey Rainsford
02.10.2026•19:00The Botanist BirminghamSignature Duo
Signature Duo deliver powerhouse vocals and keys with a vibrant mix of soul, pop, rock, and funk classics through to today’s hits.
Signature Duo
03.10.2026•20:00The Botanist BirminghamLucy Brown Duo
A vibrant and energised duo consisting of Lucy and Stas. Between them they provide killer soulful vocals with silky harmonies and vibrant guitar playing. They provide music for everyone. 60s-present d…
Lucy Brown Duo
09.10.2026•19:00The Botanist BirminghamThe Good Vibrations
The Good Vibrations are a high quality, upbeat acoustic guitar and harmony duo based in the Midlands but available to travel nationwide.Whether it’s providing music during wedding drinks or playing …
The Good Vibrations
10.10.2026•20:00The Botanist BirminghamDownshift (Duo)
Dynamic semi-acoustic guitar duo with great harmonies and melodic solos playing classic and modern sing-a-long pop, soft-rock, indie, britpop and country from 60s to present.
Downshift (Duo)
16.10.2026•19:00The Botanist BirminghamDaggers Duo
The Daggers Duo are a talented and versatile duo made up of George (Guitar and Vocals) and Matt (Drums and Backing Vocals), playing a variety of classic covers ready to make a dancefloor move. With …
Daggers Duo
17.10.2026•20:00The Botanist BirminghamCloudy Galvez (Duo)
Cloudy is an up-and-coming London artist pioneering the introduction of a new sound: progressive soul with a touch of pop. Whether accompanied by drums and bass, or solo, Cloudy delivers one thing tha…
Cloudy Galvez (Duo)
23.10.2026•19:00The Botanist BirminghamSignature Duo
Signature Duo deliver powerhouse vocals and keys with a vibrant mix of soul, pop, rock, and funk classics through to today’s hits.
Signature Duo
24.10.2026•20:00The Botanist BirminghamThe Face
Acoustic covers band based in Nottingham. Partial to a mash up and not afraid to span the genres. From indie to R&B and UK Garage we’re not your average middle of the road acoustic duo. Over 20 year…
The Face
30.10.2026•19:00The Botanist BirminghamC and M Live
C & M Live brings years of experience delivering exceptional live music across the UK. We provide top-tier entertainment for weddings, corporate events, hotels, bars, restaurants, private celebrations…
C and M Live
31.10.2026•20:00The Botanist BirminghamDownshift (Duo)
Dynamic semi-acoustic guitar duo with great harmonies and melodic solos playing classic and modern sing-a-long pop, soft-rock, indie, britpop and country from 60s to present.
Downshift (Duo)
05.11.2026•19:00The Botanist BirminghamCloudy Galvez
Cloudy is a unique artist blending her singer/songwriter roots with funk and blues. The songs flow from one to the other through beautiful improvised transitional sections, allowing the music to breat…
Cloudy Galvez
06.11.2026•19:00The Botanist BirminghamThe Good Vibrations
The Good Vibrations are a high quality, upbeat acoustic guitar and harmony duo based in the Midlands but available to travel nationwide.Whether it’s providing music during wedding drinks or playing …
The Good Vibrations
07.11.2026•20:00The Botanist BirminghamDaggers Duo
The Daggers Duo are a talented and versatile duo made up of George (Guitar and Vocals) and Matt (Drums and Backing Vocals), playing a variety of classic covers ready to make a dancefloor move. With …
Daggers Duo
13.11.2026•19:00The Botanist BirminghamLucy Brown Duo
A vibrant and energised duo consisting of Lucy and Stas. Between them they provide killer soulful vocals with silky harmonies and vibrant guitar playing. They provide music for everyone. 60s-present d…
Lucy Brown Duo
14.11.2026•20:00The Botanist BirminghamThe Face
Acoustic covers band based in Nottingham. Partial to a mash up and not afraid to span the genres. From indie to R&B and UK Garage we’re not your average middle of the road acoustic duo. Over 20 year…
The Face
20.11.2026•19:00The Botanist BirminghamDownshift (Duo)
Dynamic semi-acoustic guitar duo with great harmonies and melodic solos playing classic and modern sing-a-long pop, soft-rock, indie, britpop and country from 60s to present.
Downshift (Duo)
21.11.2026•20:00The Botanist BirminghamBonnylou Duo
Bonnylou duo is a dynamic established duo with over 15 years of experience. Bonnylou plays a wide range of covers of all styles/genres catering to all audiences. Pop/soul/funk/reggae/motown/blues/coun…
Bonnylou Duo
27.11.2026•19:00The Botanist BirminghamMidge duo
Two guitars and vocals. Stomp pedal can be used to increase energy of sets. Can get people up and dancing!
Midge duo
Our Spaces
Situated in picturesque Gas Street Basin—where the Worcester and Birmingham Canal meets the BCN Main Line, The Botanist Birmingham is a bar and restaurant set over two floors. With a large ground floor beer garden overlooking the canal, a first floor outdoor terrace perfect for al fresco dining and boasting three private dining rooms, The Botanist Birmingham is a unique space, perfect for any occasion.
Perfect for casual drinks, special occasions, or dining with friends, we offer a unique atmosphere, alive with the spirit of nature. With a fresh menu, a garden party of botanical cocktails, and homegrown live music.
Bar
Our bar area is the perfect place for casual cocktails with friends or after-work drinks. With an extensive range of draught beers, a cocktail list inspired by the best of botany, and a wine list to sip and savour. See you at the bar!
Restaurant
Our restaurant space is alive with the vibrant spirit of nature. Step into a botanical wonderland and dig in to menus full of dishes packed with the season’s finest veg, fruit, spices and herbs. With a freshly-cooked menu of feel-good food, prepared by our chefs and served with a smile by our teams.
Outdoor terrace
Boasting stunning canal-side views, our large beer garden and terrace are the spot for people-watching and cocktails with a view. With twinkling festoon lights, the space is perfect for al fresco dining and drinks.
The Sorrel Room
One of three private dining rooms in Birmingham, this 1st floor overlooking the canal space is perfect for private events and intimate dining experiences. Whether it's a special occasion, group dinner or drinks, a business lunch or something completely unique, our private dining room will lend botanical glamour to your event.
The Tarragon Room
The second of three private dining rooms in Birmingham, this 1st floor space is perfect for private events and cosy, intimate dining experiences. Whether it's a special occasion, group dinner or drinks, a business lunch or something completely unique, our private dining room will lend botanical glamour to your event.
The Cardamom Room
Our third private dining room in Birmingham is based on the ground floor. This space is perfect for private events and intimate dining experiences. Whether it's a special occasion, group dinner or drinks, a business lunch or something completely unique, our private dining room will lend botanical glamour to your event.
Botanista Brunch
90 minutes of joy! Enjoy any brunch dish and 3 drinks for £37.50, or go bottomless for £47.50, every Friday & Saturday until 2pm.
Choose from the following drinks – feel free to mix and match:
Favourites: Prosecco 125ml, Mimosa, Aperol Spritz, Strawberry Shrub Spritz, Limoncello Spritz, Pravha Pint, Aspall's Cyder Pint
Cocktails: Botanista Cosmo, Classic Margarita, Espresso Martini
Non Alc: Hu-No Spritz,
Veneto Spritz
*Excludes The Botanist Edinburgh
FAQs
Digging for answers? Discover our frequently asked questions below - if you still can't find what you're looking for, please get in touch.
Absolutely! Our Christmas diary is now open, secure your preferred date today.
This Christmas, our lush, botanical spaces are bursting with seasonal cheer, piled high with festive feasts, overflowing with handcrafted cocktails and packed with homegrown live music - bringing more to every celebration.
Yes, The Botanist is dog friendly. We welcome your four-legged friends in our bar and outdoor areas.
We of course welcome all service and assistance dogs.
Our gluten-free menu includes a wide variety of dishes
Discover more allergen and nutritional information here.
All of our locations are wheelchair-user friendly, including entrances, exits and bathroom facilities. Please note, there may be 2nd floor and/or additional private hire areas which are not accessible via wheelchair. Many of our venues are housed in unique or listed buildings, which means accessibility features can vary between locations and some original fixtures, fittings or flooring may present additional challenges. To ensure we can best accommodate your visit, we recommend contacting your local Botanist via our contact form or by phone ahead of your booking, and our team will be happy to help with any accessibility queries.
We believe plants should be celebrated in all their glory, which is why you’ll find plenty of vegan and veggie dishes on our menu. Head over to our menus to see what's in season.
You can check your Botanist Gift Card balance by entering your Gift Code and PIN here.
For any other Gift Card related questions, please contact us.
The lunch menu is available in all Botanist sites with the exception of our Lincoln restaurant. Our lunch menu is £8.50 and is available Monday to Friday from opening until 4pm.
Find Us
12 Bridge Street
Birmingham
B1 2JR
Opening Times:
Monday: 11:00 - 22:00
Tuesday: 11:00 - 22:00
Wednesday: 11:00 - 22:00
Thursday: 11:00 - 23:00
Friday: 10:00 - 00:00
Saturday: 10:00 - 00:00
Sunday: 11:00 - 23:00

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