Sol Bistro

Head down to Cotteridge and you'll find Sol tucked away on one of Birmingham's longest roads—the kind of place that doesn't need fanfare because locals already know what's up. This is neighbourhood cooking done right: the sort of spot where they're not trying to reinvent the wheel, just make sure it rolls properly. You're looking at the kind of food that makes you want to linger over a glass of wine, chat with mates, and actually enjoy your evening rather than Instagram your plate.