The slick, modern entryway gives an idea of the cuisine featured inside this new, already popular venture. A restaurant, bar, and lounge, the decor has a retro feel with sofas in the lounge, great cocktails and an airy terrace for dining. The wood-burning oven creates unique pizzas and beef dishes. Or, try international options such as Oriental chicken and lemon soup or filet of salmon. This is a great people watching restaurant, as Birmingham's young elite has adopted it as the "in" spot of the moment. Reservations recommended. Dress code: urban chic.

Greek and English dishes sit side-by-side on the menu at this popular evening stop. The great meals are followed by dancing and disco with traditional Greek music, belly dancing, and, of course, some cathartic plate smashing. The Greek specialties win raves, but the English dishes provide good options for less adventurous eaters. Reservations recommended. Business casual dress.

An offshoot of London's popular restaurant of the same name, Bank offers upscale, contemporary decor and traditional British cuisine with a twist. Sit on stylish, cushioned black-and-red chairs and enjoy Thai tuna, pastas, open-faced sandwiches, or bangers and mash ­ all served with a modern spin. A stainless steel bar and a vivid red and purple color scheme dominate the dining room. Send the kids to the kids' area, which includes Legos and other diversions, and enjoy a glass of wine or an exotic cocktail. Reservations recommended. Business casual dress.

If you enjoy sophisticated music along with your meals, try Inspirations, where a pianist provides a serene backdrop during most meals and live jazz is occasionally featured. Located in an elegant hotel, the dining room is upscale and offers classic British cuisine. Don't leave without trying something from the dessert list, one of the best in the area thanks to a talented chef pâtissier on staff. Reservations recommended. Business casual dress.

This is traditional British food from every era, with dishes on the menu from long ago, as well as the hippest dishes of today. Well known in Birmingham for its unique menu, which includes everything from wild jugged boar to goat cheese parcels to duck breast basted with ginger, honey and lime. Finish with a selection from a large array of puddings. The dining room decor is distinctively Victorian, lending the restaurant elegance few others in the area possess. Don't miss this Birmingham tradition. Reservations recommended. Business casual attire.