Scarlet Pimpernel, Harbourne

Great local pub. Improved beyond recognition since it came under new management about 18 months ago. Used to be chavtown, but they appear to have been successfully exterminated (I think the "No Hats" rule confused them all into staying at home watching Trisha videos). Fairly standard range of beers although plans are afoot to get guest beers in. Staff always pleasant and friendly. What used to be the bar area is now a fully kitted-out Indian restaurant! The food is absolutely superb, the chef having been poached from one of the best restaurants in Birmingham (Shimla Pinks, no less!) and very reasonably priced, great for a takeaway as well. Well worth paying a visit. Very handy for Harborne and ,very unlike Harborne, loads of parking spaces.

26 Jun 2005 10:19