The arrival of warmer weather brings with it one simple question: where's the best place to sit outside with a drink? Fortunately, in and around Birmingham has plenty of answers. Whether you're overlooking the canals, watching the city lights come on from a rooftop bar or settling in for a long lunch on a terrace, these are the spots worth knowing about.
Pitcher & Piano
Location: Brindleyplace, Birmingham
Best for: 2 for 1 cocktails
A favourite for brunches, cocktails and after-work drinks, Pitcher & Piano's first-floor terrace looks out across Brindleyplace's canals and waterfront walkways. The relaxed atmosphere and affordable drinks menu make it a reliable crowd-pleaser.
24 Stories
Location: 103 Colmore Row, Birmingham
Best for: Skyline views and special occasions
A modern French restaurant and cocktail bar high above the city, 24 Stories pairs elegant dining with spectacular panoramic views from the 24th floor (who would have guessed!) of 103 Colmore Row. It's one of Birmingham's most impressive settings for sunset drinks, special occasions and skyline dining.
Henman & Cooper
Location: Colmore Row, Birmingham
Best for: Cocktails and DJs
For cocktails, DJs and late-night energy, Henman & Cooper delivers one of Birmingham's most vibrant rooftop experiences. Set within a restored historic building, the venue combines a rooftop terrace with creative cocktails, regular events and views across the city centre skyline.
Marco Pierre White Steakhouse Bar & Grill
Location: The Cube, Birmingham
Best for: High-rise dining
Perched on the 25th floor of The Cube, Marco Pierre White Steakhouse Bar & Grill offers some of the highest drinking and dining views in the city. Expect cocktails, steaks and sweeping vistas stretching across Birmingham's skyline.
The Button Factory
Location: Jewellery Quarter, Birmingham
Best for: Casual rooftop gatherings
One of Birmingham's most popular rooftop terraces, The Button Factory combines a lively atmosphere with craft beers, cocktails and rooftop seating in the heart of the Jewellery Quarter.
Sky Bar & Resturant
Location: Resorts World, Solihull
Best for: Lakeside sunsets and dining
Looking beyond the city centre? Sky Bar and Restaurant pairs cocktails and dining with rooftop-style views across the surrounding landscape, offering a more destination-led drinking experience.
Great drinks are made even better by great surroundings. Across Birmingham and Solihull, rooftop bars and terrace venues combine impressive views, welcoming atmospheres and expertly crafted food and drink, proving that sometimes the best seat in the city is the one with a view. Explore the venues above and discover your new favourite spot to eat, drink and take in the view.
