The Hotel du Vin & Bistro in Birmingham gets it right, just like the entire Hotel du Vin chain. The former Birmingham and West Midlands Eye Hospital, an ornate Victorian landmark, has been transformed into a luxurious, witty, supremely relaxing establishment with the Bistro at its heart. The dining room is a romantic, low-lit, elegant space with a playful antique twist. The menu is rooted in classic European cuisine with a contemporary edge, to which head chef Nick Turner adds his own inventive selections each day. Of course the finest, freshest produce is used. And the 500-strong wine list is breathtaking, with an impressive array by the glass.
