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
Bingo
Dog Friendly Bar
Live Music
Outdoor Area
Private HireDIG 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!
Botanist Live
Our free live music festival, on the last Saturday of every month, throughout the summer.
With live bands from 1pm 'til late, located on our terrace.
Class of '26
From seedling to scholar - celebrate your graduation and gather with friends, family and fellow graduates. Join us for a celebratory graduation meal and raise a toast to your future with a complimentary glass of fizz for each member of the party.
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.
31.07.2026•15:45The Botanist BirminghamIronwood Echo
Acoustic singer-guitarist blending folk, indie and Americana, performing a mix of well known covers and original songs. Sets are relaxed and atmospheric but can build in energy to suit the room - ide…
Ironwood Echo
31.07.2026•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
01.08.2026•13:00The Botanist BirminghamMatt Gaffiney
Matt performs upbeat acoustic covers at venues, weddings and parties across the Midlands. Having played over 1000 gigs since 2015 he has built up a large repertoire of over 200 hits from across the de…
Matt Gaffiney
01.08.2026•16:30The Botanist BirminghamBen Edwards
I’m an acoustic singer playing a mixture of well known covers. Creating a chilled evening for listeners to have their meals and drinks too. I tour globally with my original band and I like to get ou…
Ben Edwards
01.08.2026•20:00The Botanist BirminghamSG Live
Well experienced acoustic duo with tight harmonies and a repertoire that covers a plethora of genres and styles. Bringing chilled acoustic vibes and upbeat classics to every event. From laid back back…
SG Live
02.08.2026•13:00The Botanist BirminghamJack Cattell
Acoustic guitarist and vocalist bringing a range of upbeat covers from the ‘60s to today. With a versatile setlist spanning classic hits and modern favorites, I deliver feel-good performances that l…
Jack Cattell
06.08.2026•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
07.08.2026•15:45The Botanist BirminghamBen Edwards
I’m an acoustic singer playing a mixture of well known covers. Creating a chilled evening for listeners to have their meals and drinks too. I tour globally with my original band and I like to get ou…
Ben Edwards
07.08.2026•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
08.08.2026•13:00The Botanist BirminghamSuzi Who
Suzi Who is an acoustic performer who reimagines your favourite hits with a fresh, soulful twist, from timeless rock anthems to chart-topping pop hits. Armed with a guitar and a powerhouse voice, her …
Suzi Who
08.08.2026•16:30The Botanist BirminghamThe Urban Players (solo)
Performing as part of The Urban Players group, Adam has over 30 years of experience entertaining at pubs, clubs, parties and weddings. This solo vocal/guitar offers give the same great upbeat choice o…
The Urban Players (solo)
08.08.2026•20:00The Botanist BirminghamChasing Deer (Duo)
Experienced & energetic Rock/Pop band Chasing Deer brings a lively repertoire for all ages, guaranteed to get your guests up dancing and rock your event! Over the last five years, they have performe…
Chasing Deer (Duo)
09.08.2026•13:00The 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
14.08.2026•15:45The Botanist BirminghamMatt Gaffiney
Matt performs upbeat acoustic covers at venues, weddings and parties across the Midlands. Having played over 1000 gigs since 2015 he has built up a large repertoire of over 200 hits from across the de…
Matt Gaffiney
14.08.2026•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
15.08.2026•13:00The Botanist BirminghamJosh Gallagher
Josh Gallagher is a classical guitarist, singer and graduate of the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire, where he developed a distinctive musical voice shaped by both contemporary and traditional repertoir…
Josh Gallagher
15.08.2026•16:30The Botanist BirminghamSuzi Who
Suzi Who is an acoustic performer who reimagines your favourite hits with a fresh, soulful twist, from timeless rock anthems to chart-topping pop hits. Armed with a guitar and a powerhouse voice, her …
Suzi Who
15.08.2026•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)
16.08.2026•13:00The Botanist BirminghamRob Hodkinson
Are you looking for a highly experienced musician to perform at your event? Look no further than Rob Hodkinson, an award-winning singer/songwriter/pianist! After more than 3000 shows, Rob brings 15 y…
Rob Hodkinson
21.08.2026•15:45The 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
21.08.2026•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)
22.08.2026•13:00The Botanist BirminghamMidge
An upbeat singer & guitarist who has extensive experience playing at private functions, bars, festivals, and gig venues including the o2 academy in Birmingham. Can get people up and dancing and singin…
Midge
22.08.2026•16:30The Botanist BirminghamBen Edwards
I’m an acoustic singer playing a mixture of well known covers. Creating a chilled evening for listeners to have their meals and drinks too. I tour globally with my original band and I like to get ou…
Ben Edwards
22.08.2026•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
23.08.2026•13:00The 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
28.08.2026•15:45The Botanist BirminghamGemma Ballam
Gemma Ballam is a Birmingham-based solo pianist-singer, specialising in popular music through the decades, from the 60’s to present! With her soaring, agile vocals, Gemma’s performance is sure to …
Gemma Ballam
28.08.2026•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
29.08.2026•13:00The Botanist BirminghamSuzi Who
Suzi Who is an acoustic performer who reimagines your favourite hits with a fresh, soulful twist, from timeless rock anthems to chart-topping pop hits. Armed with a guitar and a powerhouse voice, her …
Suzi Who
29.08.2026•14:15The Botanist BirminghamJosh Gallagher
Josh Gallagher is a classical guitarist, singer and graduate of the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire, where he developed a distinctive musical voice shaped by both contemporary and traditional repertoir…
Josh Gallagher
29.08.2026•15:30The Botanist BirminghamSG Live
Well experienced acoustic duo with tight harmonies and a repertoire that covers a plethora of genres and styles. Bringing chilled acoustic vibes and upbeat classics to every event. From laid back back…
SG Live
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.
Thanks to the Government's temporary reduction of VAT on kid's meals to 5%*, we're passing the savings directly on to you.
Our Seedling's Menu is now just £7.20 (Previously £8.50). Perfect for your little gardener.
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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