Telefon: +441214543434
Adresse: 20 Highfield Rd, Edgbaston, Birmingham B15 3DU, United Kingdom
Stadt: Birmingham
Menü Gerichte: 12
Bewertungen: 16966
Webseite: https://www.simpsonsrestaurant.co.uk
"Recently, a special lunch was held to herald the upcoming influx of new bars and venues planned for the Calthorpe Estate in Edgbaston. The organisers chose one of the pillars of the city’s fine dining scene, Simpsons restaurant, to host. Although the menus are refreshed regularly, this review will give you a good idea of what to expect at one of the first Michelin star restaurants in Birmingham. Atmosphere The building, a listed Georgian mansion, will appeal to anyone who appreciates historical grandeur. High ceilings, sweeping staircases and elegant rooms manage be both impressive and cosy at the same time. You almost get the impression of being at the home of a very rich friend, albeit one with their own private bar, cookery school and wrap-around conservatory. Food The starter was a crispy duck egg, a small globe of breadcrumbs with a gooey egg in the centre, resting on a puddle of potato foam. And on the side, a sliver of smoked salmon decorated with chopped parsley and a dollop of black avruga caviar. I enjoyed this, although slightly disappointed by not having a more out-of-the-ordinary starter than salmon. However, the dish made up in flavour for what it lacked in adventure. A special mention for the breads, at this point. For someone who enjoys snacking between courses, like myself, the quality of the bread is important. The gorgeous spirals of soft buttery dough filled with black olive tapenade definitely did the trick. The slow-cooked belly of pork came out on a dramatic, black, textured plate, which set off the colours of the various ingredients perfectly. One of the criticisms you often hear against gourmet or Michelin restaurants is that it’s a case of style over substance. And admittedly, none of the portions were large. But in the case of this main course, the richness and textures of the meat, set off so well by the butternut, black pudding, capers and raisins, provided the perfect example of ‘quality over quantity.’ Dessert came with a touch of drama. The chocolate sphere, a big marbled ball of purple and silver, came out and sat in front of the bemused guests for a while. Then out came the waiters again, armed with jugs of hot raspberry jam, which they poured over the ball, melting it away to reveal the tiny fruit jellies and fresh berries inside. Drinks The wine list, as you might expect, is both extensive and a little expensive, particularly the Ruinarts, Bollingers and Moëts on the bubbly menu. In keeping with Simpsons’ classic cuisine, the reds and whites are dominated by French chateaux, but a couple of interesting and more exotic picks crop up. Geržinic Malvazija 2011 is one of four Croatian bottles on offer, while Hungary, Slovenia and Greece are also represented. We were treated to a pre-lunch Taste of Edgbaston, a sweet apple, rhubarb and vodka cocktail from the soon-to-open Edgbaston Boutique Hotel Lounge. Then the main course was accompanied by Purity Mad Goose ale, to celebrate a new craft beer bar opening next year in the city centre. Pricing Set lunch menu: £40 per person (3 courses half-bottle of wine) Tasting menu: £90 per person (add £55 for wines) A la carte: Starters around £15, Mains around £26, desserts around £11 Bottles of wine range from £30-£70 all the way up to £300, or £500 on the champagne list. Overall Despite the event being a specially-arranged occasion, it did give a sense of the normal dining experience at Simpsons. There were many other diners there having lunch, and the kitchens were bustling with activity. You couldn’t fault the luxurious setting, nor the attentive service, nor the fantastically-presented food. Despite not being bowled over by the starter or dessert, I could have eaten the main twice over, and appreciated the spectacle of the pudding ‘finale.’ All in all, Simpsons is a very special place to dine."
Ganze Speisekarte - 12 Optionen
Alle Preise sind Schätzungen auf Menü.
Nachspeise
Sorbet
Erfrischender Sorbet aus fruchtigen, gefrorenen Pürees, perfekt für einen leichten Genussmoment nach dem Essen.
Tartufo
Eis-Dessert mit Schokoladenüberzug und einem Kern aus Sahneeis und Früchten.
Brownies
Köstliche, feuchte Schokoladen-Brownies, perfekt für Schokoladenliebhaber; ideal als Nachspeise oder süßer Snack.
Vorspeise
Tatar
Frische und zarte Rinderwürfel, gewürzt mit Kapern und Zwiebeln, begleitet von einer cremigen Senfmischung.
Ceviche
Frischer Fisch in Limettensaft mariniert, mit Zwiebeln, Koriander und Chili serviert. Ein leichter und erfrischender Klassiker.
Reis
Risotto
Cremiges Risotto mit Arborio-Reis, frischem Parmesan und einer feinen Weißweinnote.
Meeresfrüchte
Calamari
Frittierte Tintenfischringe, serviert mit einer Seite Zitronen-Aioli.
Mexikanisch-Amerikanisches Essen
Empanadas
Empanadas: Gefüllter Teig mit würziger Fleischfüllung, knusprig gebacken, perfekt für einen schnellen Snack oder Vorspeisen.
Vegetarisch
Blumenkohl
Gerösteter Blumenkohl mit Kräutern und Gewürzen, knusprig und aromatisch.
Steaks
Ribeye-Steak
Saftiges Ribeye-Steak, perfekt gegrillt, mit einer rauchigen Kruste und einem butterweichen Kern.
Entenfleisch
Knusprige Ente Speisekarte
Knusprige Ente: Saftiges Entenfleisch mit knuspriger Haut, serviert mit würziger Hoisinsauce und frischen Frühlingszwiebeln.
Hausgemachte Kuchen
Lauryn
Simply the best. This goes down as one of the best meals I have ever had.
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Daniela
The reputation of the ‘grand old lady’ of Midlands dining, Simpsons, and that of Andreas Antona, Chef Patron of Simpsons, precedes it. The current Simpsons restaurant that we know today, a restaurant with rooms (4 themed ones to be exact) opened its doors
Ullrich
The set menu was excellent and well thought out. Every course was full of flavor and tasty. Ordered an pour over coffee at the end, but the staffs seem to be a bit clumsy that spilled coffee all over the serving tray. The waiter did not bother to make a new one at first. When we let the manager know about this situation, he promptly took the coffee off the bill.
Loredana
my man took me too simpsons for my birthday and I couldn't make a single detail. the personal was fantastic, I loved the fact that they explained us all dishes and could not be more helpful. eating was only heavenly everything was cooked to perfection. yes, it was expensive, but was worth every single penny for a really special tasty bite and I would recommend it to others. Speisekarte ansehen
Juan
fantastic! there were 6 weeks waiting to come here on a Saturday night, but that was worth it. I can't remember what I had to eat since it was a couple of weeks ago, but I remember everything being fantastic. the service was very pleasant and attentive to the earth, instead of the pretentious employees they get in some Michelin star restaurants. very good and I am very happy about my visit.
Dietlinde
a few weeks ago I turned around and as if I had not already been depressed about the reach of my first quarter century, the birthday gods decided to bless me with two booking exams on my birthday. it would have been the worst birthday if my nice friend hadn't booked us a table in the simpsons x sticky Walnut collaboration as surprise (I say it was a surprise, but I accidentally ruined a few months ago by booking us a table and forced him to confess
Angelina
beautiful looking Georgian house from outside. sad, there is the excitement finished. bad greeting, as we have stayed in the opening lobby. then we waited for a drink order for at least minutes. in which the service was unorganized throughout the evening. we did not feel that the interior was going with the style of the own. eating was a tasting menu and there were some nicely presented dishes. However, the season seemed to be a general problem. at the end wait too long for the bill. Speisekarte ansehen
Arina
Premership!. Simpsons is like a top premiership player, style, quality, reliability with moments of brilliance. However you pay an obscene amount of money for the pleasure. We had the tasting menu accompanied by the supporting wine selection, which complimented the food perfectly. Every courses was quality, the head waiter was knowable, attentive and witty with the overall service being superb. I doubt if you can have a better culinary experience in Birmingham. Whilst I could not fault Simpsons I still feel I could have spent the bill more wisely on some think else. But it is done now and I really enjoyed it!
Audrey
1star spot on judgement. Food interesting and presented really well. Crispy duck egg starter done to a tee with perfect yolk, quail great but needed bit more liquid with the cous cous. Suckling pig with trimmings faultless, especially black pudding and accompaniments. Best thrill of evening, turron parfait dessert, a must , such a Heston blumenthal type surprise I must not describe. Waitress delightful, overworked and kept smiling under pressure. Embarrassed to have to pour my decanted wine as sommelier nowhere to be seen much of time. Asked me what is needed to make a 2 star probably more quantity of front of house would be a start, no issue with their quality on this occasion. Other boggle...
Jane
Recently, a special lunch was held to herald the upcoming influx of new bars and venues planned for the Calthorpe Estate in Edgbaston. The organisers chose one of the pillars of the city’s fine dining scene, Simpsons restaurant, to host. Although the menus are refreshed regularly, this review will give you a good idea of what to expect at one of the first Michelin star restaurants in Birmingham. Atmosphere The building, a listed Georgian mansion, will appeal to anyone who appreciates historical grandeur. High ceilings, sweeping staircases and elegant rooms manage be both impressive and cosy at the same time. You almost get the impression of being at the home of a very rich friend, albeit one... Speisekarte ansehen
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