Passing Fancies

You'll find yourself tucked away on Station Way, just far enough from the madness of Corporation Street but close enough that you haven't wandered into the middle of nowhere. The sort of place where bartenders remember you're not after some syrupy Instagram moment—you want a cocktail that's been thought about, made with decent spirits and ingredients that cost more than 20p. It's got that rare Birmingham quality of being genuinely good without the theatrical posturing you'd expect from somewhere with this level of rating. Perfect for when you want conversation that isn't drowned out by house music, or when you're meeting mates before heading into town properly.