Birmingham has a major reputation for high-quality Indian foodbut the universal acclaim the city’s restaurants receive doesn’t do it justice. The days of the infamous Balti Triangle may have passedbut Birmingham’s range of Indian cuisine means it still stands tall as the curry capital of the United Kingdom. From Bombay- street food and sweet centres to desi pubs and innovative fine diningthe Second City has it alland no trip to Brum is complete without an evening of delicious Indian-inspired fare. It might just be the best thing to do in this brilliant city.

None of this is a surpriseof courseas Indian cuisine has long been an integral part of Brummie culture. After allthe humble balti was invented hereand innovation continues to inspire chefs across the city. All diners need to do is peruse the menusit backand get ready to enjoy thrilling dishes made from the freshest ingredientswhich tell stories from the first bite to the last.

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James Brennan is a food and travel writer from Birminghamand Kayleigh Watson is a writer and editor from the city. At Time Outall of our travel guides are written by local writers who know their cities inside out. For more about how we curatesee our editorial guidelines.