Isaacs

You're walking into The Grand Hotel's dining room—all high ceilings, original features, and that particular kind of old-world Birmingham grandeur that actually feels lived-in rather than stuffy. Isaacs does British food the right way: no overthinking, no apologies, just well-executed classics that taste like someone actually knows what they're doing in the kitchen. It's the sort of place where you can trust the seasonal menu, where the wine list makes sense, and where they're not trying to be something they're not. Locals tend to book here for proper occasions, but it's equally good for a decent weeknight dinner when you can't be bothered with anywhere else.