Birmingham's Chinese Quarter

The Chinese Quarter in Birmingham (sometimes referred to as Chinatown) bridges the gap between Grand Central Station and Gay Village. It is overflowing with restaurants, shops and venues, is visually stunning, and offers a unique and vibrant vibe.

The area naturally grew in the 1960s and 70s as immigrants moved in around Hurst Street and was officially recognised in the 1980s.

The heart of the Chinese Quarter nightlife is the Arcadian, where, adorned with Chinese architectural flourishes, the restaurants spill out into the two-tiered central courtyard with magnificent views of the fountain.

The surrounding area is home to many supermarkets and shops, the Hippodrome Theatre, and a stone pagoda at Holloway Circus.

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What to do in Birmingham’s Chinese Quarter

The Chinese Quarter truly has something for everyone. Here are some of our top picks in and around the area.

Restaurants in the Chinese Quarter, Birmingham

Around the Arcadian and surrounding streets, there are plenty of restaurants offering delicious cuisines to sink your teeth into.

Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Malaysian and Italian restaurants are all packed into this vibrant corner of Birmingham, so there’s always something new to try.

Currently, Miyako Teppanyaki is our number 1 restaurant in Birmingham’s Chinese Quarter, so make sure to stop by. Book your seat

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Chinese Quarter Birmingham shops

Visited one of the restaurants and want to recreate a dish of your own? There are many shops throughout the area that cater specifically to Chinese- and Asian-originated cuisine that can supply all the ingredients you need.

The eclectic mix of shops and supermarkets is a wonder to browse for those less acquainted with Asian heritage while offering everything a veteran chef could need to cook up some delicious dishes at home.

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Theatre

With Grand Central Station up the road in one direction, and Gay Village in the other, the Birmingham Hippodrome sits on a colourful thoroughfare. Fantastic plays, musicals and shows are performed there, on par with the theatres of London.

Located right next to the Arcadian, across Hurst Street, visitors have access to a huge choice of pre-show dining and post-performance clubs, pubs and bars.

The Arcadian has special offers for theatregoers, so make sure to check these out and make the most out of your evening.

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Chinese Quarter Birmingham parking

The Chinese Quarter offers easy parking for its patrons. There is a car park in the Arcadian itself, and there is an APCOA car park close by.

Both are also convenient for Hippodrome visitors.

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Birmingham Hippodrome

Address

Birmingham Hippodrome, Hurst St, Southside, Birmingham, B5 4TB, Birmingham, B5 4TB

Type

Type:

Theatre

Birmingham

As the cultural beating heart of the city, the Birmingham Hippodrome reaches over one million people a year through on and off-stage programmes of work, digital presence, and performances in Birmingham and beyond.

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3538 reviews
Bull Ring Indoor Market

Address

Edgbaston Street, Birmingham, West Midlands, B5 4RQ

Telephone
0121 303 0208

marketstalls@birmingham.gov.uk

Type

Type:

Covered Market/Market Hall

Birmingham

The Bull Ring Indoor Market is one of the UK's largest fish markets. Other specialities include fresh meat and poultry, exotic fruit and vegetables, clothing, and a variety of household goods.
Ten Ichi

Address

70 Hurst Street, Birmingham, West Midlands, B5 4TD

Telephone
0121 622 4559

Type

Type:

Restaurant

Birmingham

We are a modern and spacious Japanese dining room and sushi bar providing high quality, authentic Japnese food. All our foods are freshly prepared and treated with respect, to ensure that the quality exceeds your expectations.
Miyako Teppanyaki

Address

Ladywell Walk, BIRMINGHAM, West Midlands, B5 4ST

Telephone
0121 622 5183

info@miyakoteppanyaki.com

Type

Type:

Japanese

BIRMINGHAM

Here at Miyako Teppanyaki we try to create a feel of Japan in the heart of Birmingham. The restaurant was the first Japanese restaurant in Birmingham when it opened it's doors in 1992.
Missing Bar

Address

Bromsgrove Street, BIRMINGHAM, West Midlands, B5 6NU

Telephone
0121 622 4256

Type

Type:

Bar

BIRMINGHAM

Missing was taken over in January 2010 by David Dindol, Co-founder of the well known club brand XXL.
Once known as a Caberet Bar, the Missing Management soon realised that there was a Party Bar lacking from the Birmingham Gay Scene, and decided…
Back to Backs

Address

Hurst Street, BIRMINGHAM, West Midlands, B5 4TE

Telephone
0121 666 7671

backtobacks@nationaltrust.org.uk

Type

Type:

Museum

BIRMINGHAM

As you pass down the entry and step into the courtyard, you enter what was formerly one of over 10,000 similar courts across the city. The Back to Backs is the last remnant of a huge part of the city’s history. With nearly half the population of…

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The Glee Club

Address

The Arcadian, 70 Hurst Street, Birmingham, West Midlands, B5 4TD

Telephone
0871 472 0400

Type

Type:

Entertainment Venue

Birmingham

Award-winning live comedy and music venue in Birmingham, staging regular stand-up nights and intimate music shows, with dining.
The Nightingale Club

Address

Kent Street, BIRMINGHAM, West Midlands, B5 6RD

Type

Type:

Night Club

BIRMINGHAM

The Nightingale Club is Birmingham's oldest and largest LGBT venue. With 3 floors of music, 4 rooms and 5 bars.
Snobs

Address

Smallbrook Queensway, BIRMINGHAM, West Midlands, B5 4HX

Telephone
0121 643 5551

Type

Type:

Bar

BIRMINGHAM

It’s the combination of great tunes, cheap drinks, full dancefloors and a great atmosphere that makes Snobs the club people love. Some say we’re a Brummie institution – we’ve been open since 1972!
We’re the home of regular nights Big…
The Victoria

Address

48 John Bright Street, Birmingham, B1 1BN

Telephone
0121 633 9439

Type

Type:

Pub/Inn

Tattoo art and traditional décor in The Victoria - a theatre pub serving comfort food, handcrafted cocktails, beers, ales and whiskies.
The Loft

Address

Bromsgrove Street, BIRMINGHAM, West Midlands, B5 6RG

Telephone
0121 622 2444

Type

Type:

Bar

BIRMINGHAM

Located in the heart of Birmingham next to the Birmingham Hippodrome, Arcadian and a stone’s throw away from New Street Station. The loft specialises in premium spirits, cocktails and craft beer. All whilst serving fresh, delicious homemade food,…
Sidewalk Birmingham

Address

Hurst Street, BIRMINGHAM, West Midlands, B5 6SE

Telephone
0121 666 6220

Type

Type:

Bar

BIRMINGHAM

LGBTQ bar with an array of cocktails, beers on tap & comfort fare in a modern space with blue decor.
Bourne & Co

Address

7-8 Suffolk Street, Queensway, Birmingham, West Midlands, B1 1LT

Telephone
021 643 1253

Type

Type:

Bar

Birmingham

Bourne & Co. is a late-night, NYC Prohibition style, intimate cocktail hideaway located just a stones throw away from the New Alexandra theatre and Raddison Blu hotel. Dark and sexy with the best vintage cocktail menu in the city, delicious food and…
DanceXchange

Address

Throp Street, Level 5 Birmingham Hippodrome, Birmingham, West Midlands, B5 4TB

Telephone
01216677390

info@dx.dance

Birmingham

DanceXchange is a Birmingham-based dance organisation dedicated to making and presenting great dance. We set out to involve artists and the wider community in our work. And we’re proud to be an important part of making Birmingham a place where dance…
Rozu Restaurant

Address

Hurst Street, BIRMINGHAM, West Midlands, B5 4TD

Telephone
0121 389 0974

Type

Type:

Restaurant

BIRMINGHAM

Now open - Rozu restaurant offers a unique Pan Asian dining experience in the heart of the city centre - Arcadian Birmingham. The chefs have brought together a creative and playful combination of dishes and cocktail to truly impress.
Mythos Birmingham

Address

70 Hurst Street, BIRMINGHAM, West Midlands, B5 4TD

Telephone
0121 622 5298

Type

Type:

Greek

BIRMINGHAM

Mythos Taverna brings you on a trip to Greece & the islands, serving authentic dishes from across the region in beautiful Mediterranean surroundings.

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179 reviews
Patrick Studio

Address

Hurst Street, Birmingham, B5 4TB

Type

Type:

Theatre

Birmingham

The Patrick Studio is located within the Birmingham Hippodrome with a generous gift from The Patrick Trust. An adaptable studio theatre seating just over 200 people, it is fully accessible with air-conditioning and state-of-the-art technical…
Birmingham Royal Ballet

Address

Thorp Street, Birmingham, West Midlands, B5 4AU

Birmingham

Based at Birmingham Hippodrome , the company performs a range of traditional, classical and heritage ballets as well as groundbreaking new works with the aim to encourage choreographers and composers of the future.

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46 reviews
Chung Ying Cantonese

Address

Wrottesley Street, BIRMINGHAM, West Midlands, B5 4RT

Telephone
0121 622 5669

Type

Type:

Chinese

BIRMINGHAM

Established in 1981, Chung Ying is one of Birmingham’s oldest and most valued Cantonese restaurants, winning several prestigious awards and making it to the final 3 of “Britain’s Best Chinese Restaurant”.

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1056 reviews