Seen so many people raving about this place, I've been meaning to visit for a while. Finally got round to it. Firstly you see a lot of reviews talking about the interior, but I actually don't mind it. It brings back memories of how these places used to be before they took off. You definitely won't see young ladies dressing up and posing against botanical feature walls for Instagram in here. The beer selection is very basic, no craft ales, but again, that adds to the nostalgic feel of the old time Desi Pubs. The Mixi is what I was here for, and it lived up to the hype. The only thing that was a bit iffy was the masala chips, but who honestly really cares about those? The lamb chops on the grill were the best I've ever had anywhere. The curry was flavoursome and looked natural unlike everywhere else that throws in red colouring. Portions were big and prices were very reasonable. Service was great. Didn't even have to ask for a menu, was handed two immediately as I bought drinks at the bar. I would definitely be a regular if I lived closer, and I look forward to another visit soon...
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
£10–20
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 3
Recommended dishes
Mixed Grill Platter and Fish Pakora
Vegetarian options
There seemed to be quite a few good options on the menu.
Parking
There's a retail park over the road with a free car park and plenty of spaces, that's where I left my car.
Kid-friendliness
Not really the kind of place I'd bring my kids, but I did see a family having a half term lunch in there.

Good food, reasonable prices, good atmosphere, can't fault it. Tried this place for the first time yesterday. From the outside it looks like a typical British pub but similar to The Vine when you venture into the back there's a dining and pool area (heads up on this the door from the main bar is simply labeled "toilets", the corridor takes you to the toilets AND the back area which can be confusing if you don't know where you're going). The food is typical Asian grill with sizzler options to start and curries for mains. I went with a large mixed grill which contained the usual mountain of meat. Mains were a lamb balti and a couple of naans. The sizzlers were excellent, great marinade on the meat and unlike other places came accompanied by a giant bottle of chili sauce and mint yoghurt so we never ran out. Curry was good too with plenty of meat. Drinks weren't badly priced either (£3/pint). Two families went, mine ate more and we only clocked up £10/head, the other family only spent £4/head. Overall for the price, quality, location (and the fact that there's plenty of on street parking) it's gotta get the full 5 stars. Highly recommended.

Visited in a Friday evening off the back of a friends recommendation. We arrived and the place was very busy, whole building was packed out. We hadn't booked so our hopes weren't high for getting a table - spoke to the lovely waitress who confirmed they were fully booked. After waiting around for a few minutes while thinking of where else to go, we were told a table.had just cleared up and we could go on in - success! We were seated and grabbed some drinks from the bar while browsing the menu. Myself & my partner went for the fish pakora to share fot starter (light spice, moist fish, so good!), and our friends went for the lamb chops. For main, I opted for the fish curry (bloody lovely! A bit of a kick but very yummy). Enjoyed every bit of our food and will definitely be returning. Be sure to bring an appetite as the portion sizes are really generous! I had enough to take home and have for dinner the next day! Yum!
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

I just happened to visit this bar, a few months ago, while visiting Currys next door and wow, I was so blown away! The food was so delicious and the service was also great! Since then, I have visited a couple more times and yesterday, being my birthday, I also chose here for my birthday meal (and I can be picky at times)! I am never disappointed with the quality of the food and the service and pleasant atmosphere makes you want to visit again and again.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
£10–20
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 4
Recommended dishes
Chips, Chicken Jalfrezi
Vegetarian options
A great variety and of good value for money
Parking space
Somewhat difficult to find parking

Excellent desi grill pub. The pub itself isn't anything extra special, no cask ale, just your standard assortment of lager, smooth bitter, Guinness etc.. but the reason most people visit the Merrymaid is for the food, which is delicious and represents great value for money
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
£10–20
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 3
Vegetarian options
The main attraction is the tandoori meat offering, but there are some delicious vegetarian curries and dals available. Unsure about vegan options.
Parking
Street parking. Limited spaces directly in front of the pub.

Warm, friendly atmosphere with good honest food. The starters were excellent, a lovely Rita, crisp poppadoms and a nice chutney and pickle. The fish pakoras were delicious, crispy and a perfect amount of spice to them. The mixed Grill was excellent, I didn't expect anything else, as I'd heard lots of good things. Succulent range of meats all spiced deliciously. The curries were also excellent, with the chef allowing us to adapt one of the curries which was great. The naan's were also very tasty. Our experience here was excellent and I will definitely be returning.

bar staff are unable to manage the normal friendly and professional things that make a bar run. example serve you first then tell you minimum charge on a card an be smart about it. asking do you need glasses. minimum charge in what's heading to a cashless society. i you go loo your drink gets pushed aside and you get to find another seat.. again bar staff should be focussed who is in charge customers or staff. atmosphere poor avoid is my advice. been there 3 times .
Service: 1
Atmosphere: 1

Ordered for collection and was unable to pay card? Although I can pay by card at the bar and when I’ve come before, the food was for my wife who’s pregnant and I feel as if the service was very bad and could of easily been resolved but instead I had to walk away without my partners food and went elsewhere instead, I’ll never be coming back or recommending this place again.
Food: 1
Service: 1
Atmosphere: 1

My 1st time here and I must say it was excellent. Ordered food and was served within 10 to 15 minutes. Everything came piping hot. We had a large grill Platter between 4 people, a chicken sagwala., chicken tikka massala, keema matter,fish pakora, 2 chilli chips, cheese nann and keema and garlic naan. Total cost 55.00 pounds. Beer was also reasonable. Great tasting food. Will definitely be going back again. Highly recommended.

Pure vibes! The owner comes down to london to get treatment from us and he has always said when I’m in Birmingham come down and have a mixed grill….. I have ended up ordering 2 mixed grills to take back to london because we do not get this value in London ! I am only going to be eating here when I’m in bham
Service
Dine in
Price per person
£10–20
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Been going here for a number of years and have never been letdown by the food once even after some changes. Always a great service, even at busy periods and the staff are very welcoming. Word of advice for anyone wanting to come to eat, definitely try to book a table in advance as it can be pretty full or they will be fully booked. Would definitely eat here anyday and would definitely recommend this place

Old school pub with regulars. If you want some good authentic Indian food with no frills ans reasonably priced then look no further in this area.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
£10–20
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 4
Recommended dishes
Chicken Biryani, Mixed Grill and Chicken Balti, Garlic Naan, Chilli Chips
Parking
free street parking

We had a great evening at the Merrymaid last night, the staff were very welcoming. The food was delicious and plenty of it too - recommend the mixed grill. Definitely will be returning. Booking highly recommended, we were the first table to be seated and within half an hour it was full. Great to see a full restaurant. We had a couple of drinks in the bar afterwards, great atmosphere and everyone so friendly.

Attended as a group of 5 but I've been before. Food is excellent and delivered quickly. There was a bit of confusion over ordering as I couldn't remember if we needed to order at the bar but that was just the drinks. I'm a real ale drinker but was happy with Cobra. Staff are lovely and really friendly. Again, the food was delicious. Will be back.
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 4

Great food and great service! Came here on recommendation from family and it did not disappoint! The food was delicious - Best mixed grill I’ve had and the service was lovely to match! Would definitely visit again :)
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
£20–30
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 4
Recommended dishes
Mixed Grill Large

Went to celebrate Lyndseys birthday I had chicken pathia but it was very sweet however I find restaurants vary in this dish So next time I will try another dish the service is good staff very friendly We will be back
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
£1–10
Food: 4
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Chicken Jalfrezi

Stopped here by chance as we were in the area. We ordered a small mix grill which was flavoursome and generously sized and some fish pakora. The food didn't take long and we could see it being prepared through the kitchen hatch. The decor was dated and plain but don't be put off by it. The food is good and the lady owner is very friendly. Overall it was a nice lunch experience.

Best food in area. Excellent service and very friendly atmosphere. Scottie.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
£10–20
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Fish Curry
Parking space
Plenty of parking
Parking options
Free street parking
Parking
Just parked up and walked in.

Merrymaid never fails to disappoint! The quality & quantity of the food is amazing. Prices are reasonable & service is quick.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
£40–50
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Chicken Tikka, Chicken Tikka Wrap, Mixed Grill and Chicken Balti, Mixed Grill Large

Always enjoy the food and atmosphere of this place. Probably the best place in Birmingham for proper North Indian food. Great pool table in the bar with friendly locals and good beer.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
£10–20
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Tandoori Roti

A friendly pub that offers a fantastic curry. The mixed grill is outstanding and you get plenty. I've also tried the chilli chicken, chicken madras and chicken tikka wrap. All were just as good. If I had to be ultra critical then I'd say the place could really do with a refurb. But to me personally it doesn't make a difference. Superb.

Came yesterday evening with my husband as this place was highly recommended. It did not disappoint, we ordered a mixed grill and a lamb curry. The food was generous portions and so tastey. The bar staff are really friendly and the locals make you feel welcome. Don't hesitate to try this place we had a brilliant night!

The food and atmosphere here is fantastic in some ways I don't like giving it a good review as even more people will try it. One tried you will go back the food is just brilliant
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
£40–50
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Fantastic food and such great value, Best chicken madras ever and it was £8!!! big shout out to the incredible staff in the bar ,restaurant(and KITCHEN) Beer was top too and lovely vibes in the bar after. People are always happy when they have been fed decent nosh. Back soon. Mick.
Service
Dine in

Great place, I had the mixed grill which I had to share as there was so much. Really tasty and the staff were great.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
£10–20
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Mixed Grill Large

Food is excellent, not a posh place, but fabulous value for money. The portions are so big we ended up taking away half the food we ordered, food is so good we couldn't just leave it there.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
£10–20

First class food at a very reasonable price. Great, friendly service too
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
£10–20
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Chicken Tikka, Chicken Korma

Great food and service. Will definitely be going there again.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
£10–20
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Chicken Tikka, Mixed Grill Large

Came here after the cricket and it was perfect. Great curry, good jukebox, a pool table and football on the TV.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
£10–20
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 4

Best mixed grill in town. The staff are really brilliant. Give this place a go if you enjoy Indian food.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
£10–20
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Very nice place for food and drink excellent helpful staff one of the best spots for a nice mix grill. Good selection of drinks
Meal type
Other
Price per person
£20–30
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Love this place!!! Food is immaculate and portion sizes are HUGE!!! If you’re ordering a small grill for 2 people, don’t order anything else unless you’re super hungry that day
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Great food, good price, friendly staff.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
£10–20
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 4
Recommended dishes
Mixed Grill and Chicken Balti

Excellent food and drink every time I go here. It’s about a 20 min walk from Edgbaston after the cricket. Very reasonable prices too. The staff are really nice too. Not a “fancy place” at all but DO YOURSELF A FAVOUR AND GO!!!

Nice place, good service.. Just went there by chance but can't complain taste was good.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
£1–10
Vegetarian options
Not much veg mains could do better.

One of the best places to have a desi mixed grill! Also the fish pakoras and madras sauce is on point. Top quality food along with decent prices (compared to other establishments) Punjabi ran pub with friendly atmosphere

The food is five star +
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
£20–30
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Mixed Grill and Chicken Balti

Best curries and mixed grills Birmingham has to offer! Cosy, friendly and everyone is super lovely there, the owners really respect what they do and will make you feel like you’ve known them for years! 10/10

Always an enjoyable visit to the Merrymaid. Excellent customer service and as my wife says beautiful food.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 4

Absolutely superb food and people can't wait to visit again
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
£50–60
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

This place has such a great friendly feeling. Staff are welcoming, lots of space so covid compliant. Food is yummy and morish and tandoori roti is a perfect accompanyment to any wet curry. Smile

This is a fair distance from us but the food is always on point so we'll worth the travel. The staff are fab and service is with a smile.
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 3

Delicious flavoursome food, highly recommend the mixed grill. Staff are friendly and welcoming and the pub has a lovely atmosphere.
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Awesome food and good service. Standard pub and off road parking. Snooker table at the back. Toilets are a little iffy... Overall, a good place for food. Punjabi chef. Enough said.

First time there, lovely staff. Food was amazing and large portions. Would definitely go back again. Xx
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Came here for my Dad's birthday brother booked it excellent service food was delicious will be back.
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Like a normal pub but the food was 10/10, service brilliant made you feel welcome helpful and polite, will definitely go back

Some of the best food I have ever eaten highly recommended
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Had a great night at merry maid,was celebrating birth of a Mates daughter.

Amazing food in here not expected but really nice