Afrikana Birmingham - Ladypool Road

Head down to Balsall Heath and you'll find yourself in a place that takes its food seriously without any pretence. Afrikana's got that warm, lived-in feel—nothing fancy, just honest cooking that knows what it's doing. You're getting authentic West African dishes here, the kind that taste like someone's actually cooked them before, not reimagined for British palates. The kitchen clearly understands their ingredients and their heritage, and that comes through in every plate. It's the sort of place where regulars are regulars for a reason.