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Purnell's

55 Cornwall Street, Birmingham B3 2DH, England (Ladywood)
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Ranked #10 of 809 restaurants in Birmingham
Cuisines: British
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Good for: Romantic, Business, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, After-hours
Neighbourhood: Ladywood
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Leeds, United Kingdom
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10 reviews 10 reviews
3 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

Fantastic food, and great service.Ordered the Purnell's Tour and every course was a delight. Waiting staff were knowledgable and helpful whilst unobtrusvie, the wine delicious and the atmosphere informal and not stuffy at all. Would definitely visit again.

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Stourbridge, United Kingdom
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15 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013 NEW

From our pre-dinner drinks to coffee and petit fours everything about this experience is really special. Having been a few times before we were there this time celebrating birthdays and decided to go with the Purnells Tour and accompanying wine pairing. Trying some wines that I would never normally choose or buy is a great experience and the food was... More

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Birmingham, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013

Excellent service, very attentive staff is key to a great dining experience. My partner and I opted for the Purnell's tour (tasting menu), and a great choice is was! Each course was presented beautifully and the amount of tastes which work so well together in one dish was incredible. When making a booking I mentioned how we are both non... More

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Cannock Chase
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17 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013

This was my second, but My Wife's nth visit to Mr Purnell's oldest establishment. Twas a surprise birthday treat, with discening friends, who enjoyed the Spring menu very much, indeed. We had made a pledge, after a very, very heavy "tasting menu" experience elsewhere, that we wouldn't. But we did, albeit an abridged version. And we chose our own wines.... More

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nottingham
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33 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
21 helpful votes 21 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013

We have always wanted to go to Glynn Purnell’s restaurant since we saw Glynn on great British menus some years ago Finally we made it for a Friday lunch, We chose the 10 course tour menu, to say it was fantastic would be an understatement the food surpassed all our expectations. A truly memorable lunch The service from the team... More

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Bromsgrove, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013

I don't need a reason to dine at Purnell's, however,on this occasion it was my birthday. I did not have to think to hard when Mrs MM said she would pick up the tab. Every thing was as you would expect into be. Excellent food with unobtrusive and polished service. The two things stood out from the evening, the superb... More

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Derby, United Kingdom
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22 helpful votes 22 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013

Visited for a birthday celebration. Easy to find, and here is a tip; on street parking outside the restaurant and the surrounding side streets is free after 1930hrs. Very welcoming, attentive and professional staff from the moment we arrived to when we left over three hours later. We opted for the Purnell's Tour 8 Course menu, exceptional, innovative and full... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013 via mobile

Arrived at 8pm Friday to a warm friendly welcome, seated instantly option was there to have a drink in the bar to. We opted for the tour menu an a couple of nice bottles, amazing service throughout the 3 hours we were there very attentive and polite! We never once felt out of place all staff treated all customers with... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2013 via mobile

Loved it loved it loved it ,food service cannot beat it .and don't get me started on the wine list wow had the tasting menu and drinks tasting menu fab

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Nantwich, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2013

We've visited Purnell's twice for lunch as special birthday treats. Both times were absolutely fantastic. The decor is modern and un-stuffy. The staff friendly and attentive. But the food is extraordinary! What the chefs there can do with beetroot is mind-boggling. The ingredients you imagine are going to be ordinary are transformed into something exceptional. It's a chance to experience... More

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