Bar + Block Steakhouse Birmingham City Centre (Waterloo Street)

You're walking into Waterloo Street knowing you're after serious meat – and Bar + Block delivers without the pomposity. The room's got that comfortable steakhouse feel: dark wood, leather, subdued lighting that makes you want to linger over a drink. Order the dry-aged cuts (they know what they're doing here), pair it with a decent wine list, and you've got yourself an evening. It's the kind of place Brummies go when they want to feel a bit special without the faffing about – no dress code theatre, just good food and proper service.