Key facts
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Meal Type
Lunch, Dinner
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Best for
Fine dining, Celebration
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Key selling point
Progressive Indian dining
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Awards
Michelin
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Dietary requirements
Vegetarian
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Special Features
Tasting menu, Wine pairing, Chef's table
The Restaurant
Opheem, under the direction of chef Aktar Islam, presents a progressive and modern interpretation of Indian cuisine in Birmingham. The restaurant earned its first Michelin star in 2019 and a second in 2024, making it the first restaurant in Birmingham to achieve this distinction. Islam, a self-taught chef, explores his culinary heritage with innovative tasting menus that push the boundaries of traditional Indian cooking, utilizing techniques sourced from across the globe. The dining experience begins in a spacious bar and sitting room, perfect for enjoying snacks and drinks before moving into the dining room with its open kitchen. Here, expect a series of flavorful, spiced, and balanced dishes that offer creative takes on classic Indian recipes. The restaurant itself features a strikingly modern design, avoiding clichés in favor of a stylish look.
Facilities & Services
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Bar area
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Wheelchair access
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Booking essential
Restaurant details
Birmingham, United Kingdom
- MondayClosed
- TuesdayClosed
- Wednesday5:30 – 9:30 PM
- Thursday5:30 – 9:30 PM
- Friday12:00 – 1:00 PM, 5:30 – 9:30 PM
- Saturday12:00 – 1:00 PM, 5:30 – 9:30 PM
- SundayClosed
Facilities & Services
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Bar area
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Wheelchair access
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Booking essential