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Bonehead
West Midlands, Birmingham - American - Restaurant
A favourite among some of Birmingham’s top chefs (Aktar Islam from Opheem is a well-known fan), this spot tucked around the back of New Street station’s hulking metallic shell is the place for getting your hands dirty. Black-painted, heavily stickered walls and a heavy metal/rock soundtrack set the tone for some outrageously good buttermilk fried chicken (tenders, thighs, breast, etc) with punchy seasonings. Otherwise, choose a platter of wings or one of the chicken burgers ('hothead', buffalo', 'lizard king') and, if appetite allows, add a side of waffle fries piled with coleslaw, gherkins and their signature ‘comeback sauce’. Service is fun and friendly and, happily, wet wipes are delivered with the bill. Cashless; walk-ins only.
L Gleeson
9 March 2025
I have been so many times, and it's yet to falter. Constantly adding and adapting the menu with a few staples that never disappoint, leaving the restaurant always full. The flavour and quality of this type of food is second to none in the UK.
VENUE DETAILS
8 Lower Severn Street
Birmingham
West Midlands
B1 1PU
0121 439 5757
OTHER INFORMATION
Separate bar, Family friendly
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