As much-anticipated restaurants go in Birmingham, Blacklock has jumped to the top of my list. Not only for bringing its signature take on the Great British chophouse to the Midlands for the first time, but for what’s also shaping up to be a uniquely Birmingham menu too.
Set within the historic former vicarage, St Philip’s House, overlooking Cathedral Square, the ground floor of this Victorian building will be transformed into a 100-seat restaurant and bar—championing British produce reared by family butchers, Philip Warren, and cooked simply over charcoal.
“We’ve long hoped to bring Blacklock to Birmingham and can’t wait to be opening in such a beautiful and iconic building in the heart of the city,” said Founder Gordon Ker. “We’re really looking forward to becoming part of the rich local community and building a restaurant, we hope, the city will take to its heart.”
What’s on the menu at the chophouse?
Blacklock centres on chops and steaks that make use of the whole animal—featuring prime cuts dry-aged for up to 55 days alongside lesser-known steaks at a snip of the price. A favourite is the All In sharing feast of beef, pork and lamb chops served on charred flatbreads to soak up all the delicious meat juices.
You can also try the award-winning Sunday roast, with whole joints slow-roasted over open coals, Yorkshire puddings, duck fat roast potatoes, seasonal vegetables and unsparing amounts of Blacklock gravy, as well as Granny’s white chocolate cheesecake served tableside with a knowing and indulgent “say when” approach.
On top of that, the Blacklock team is currently developing a series of new dishes that will be available exclusively at the Birmingham restaurant. Plus, alongside classic cocktails and wines on tap, sip on their very own Blacklock Brews, made in collaboration with local favourite Birmingham Brewing Company.
When does Blacklock open?
Blacklock has confirmed it will open its doors on Monday, April 20, 2026. However, there are whispers of a special soft launch before the official opening, as well as plenty of other opening plans, which you can keep abreast of by signing up to the newsletter here.