Land
Birmingham, West Midlands
Billing itself as ‘modern, plant-focused, relaxed dining’, this 22-seater restaurant is set in the heart of an elegant Grade II-listed Victorian shopping arcade. The low-lit space is welcoming and intimate with an open, illuminated kitchen where you can watch the chefs busy at work. On offer is a taster of five or eight courses, described by one reader as ‘a very inventive vegan menu, which we as flexitarians enjoyed greatly.’ Highlights at inspection included the following: a snack of Jerusalem artichoke crisp with soy ricotta and confit shallot jam; a triumphant dish of carrot (whole and puréed) complemented by yoghurt and harissa; and an accomplished combo of cauliflower, curry and samphire that had such depth of flavour and such balanced spicing ‘it would not have been out of place in any of the best curry houses of the region.’ The sweet highlight was a black-sesame cake with kumquat and miso, light yet rich with a zing of citrus. This is impressive plant-based cookery and 'you certainly don’t miss the meat or fish’ (as we overheard the next table say). Service is ‘attentive, engaging and knowledgeable’, while the short wine list touts an interesting selection of predominantly low-intervention labels, with an excellent choice by the glass (wine flights are also offered for each menu).
Dining Information:
Wheelchair access, Family friendly, Credit card required, Pre-payment required
30 Great Western Arcade, Colmore Row, Birmingham, West Midlands B2 5HU
0121 236 2313
