Restaurant Folium

We’ve had a lovely time at Folium. We took the 12-course meal. Truly amazing food, every bite was a sensation of flavors in your mouth. Lovely service with an eye for the customer. I would definitely recommend it to everyone!

The whole experience at Restaurant Folium was of an outstanding class. It’s a very small and intimate setting, with one room, a central bar/barista/service area, and a kitchen with large glass window - almost open plan. The menu is seasonal, with different tasting courses being available depending on time of the year, and produce availability. There is no choice of courses though, but that’s standard for a tasting menu. Without spoiling the current tasting menu too much, the cod roe starter was incredibly moreish, the custard and roast chicken course was an amazing combination, and the sous vide wagyu steak… well, no words! Whilst Folium doesn’t have a Michelin star (yet! Surely one must be coming?) it compares incredibly well to those restaurants in the area that do, and should be included in the same category. Highly recommended, and I’m sure I will be back.

Went for dinner in restaurant Folium as a party of four. The restaurant is beautiful inside very clean and minimalistic. We were welcomed by Lucy who was amazing throughout the whole dinner. She made sure we had a lovely time and was friendly and cheerful but professional at the same time. The restaurant offers a tasting menu and plenty of drinks options including a wine pairing. Every single dish was unique on its own way and had some amazing flavours. In addition, each dish was beautifully presented. Some of my personal favourites were the Wye valley asparagus with exmoor caviar and whey sauce, a simple dish but with some unique and delicious flavours. Another favourite was the A5 Wagyu beef with grilled chicory. There is an option to add a cheese selection before moving onto desserts and it was absolutely worth it, some delicious British cheeses with home made crackers, apple preserve and home made malt loaf. The desserts were absolutely beautiful and tasted incredible. The sourdough cake with rye custard and brown butter ice cream was loved by everyone on the table. The petit fours at the end were the perfect finish of an amazing dinner. The sunflower seeds macarons and freshly baked madeleines were delicious. The madeleines are baked to order and still warm when served. We even had a chat with Ben- the chef who makes all the amazing food, he was lovely. Overall we had an amazing experience with some beautiful food and Lucy and Ben who run the restaurant made sure we felt welcomed and provided us with amazing food and exceptional service. Definitely recommend!

Dining at Folium is a sensory journey that goes far beyond simply eating out. From the very first moment you step inside, you’re welcomed with warmth and professionalism by Lucy, whose presence as host elevates the whole evening. She strikes the perfect balance of attentiveness, knowledge, and charm, making you feel both at ease and truly valued as a guest. The food is nothing short of spectacular. Ben, the chef, is outstanding, crafting a tasting menu that is as inventive as it is delicious. Each dish is a work of art, beautifully plated, with layers of flavour and texture that surprise and delight. It’s a dining experience that engages sight, smell, taste, and touch in equal measure, a true feast for all the senses! The intimate setting in Birmingham’s Jewellery Quarter provides the perfect backdrop, stylish yet unpretentious, allowing the food and the experience to take centre stage. Folium is easily one of Birmingham’s finest dining destinations. With Lucy’s flawless hosting and Ben's exceptional craft in the kitchen, it deserves to be on every serious food lover’s list.

Fantastic experience for my birthday. My girlfriend was kind enough to take me here to celebrate and I wasn’t disappointed. The staff were fantastic and the food was outstanding. A real feast for the eyes, nose and mouth. If you like fine dining this is fabulous.

Came her for the long tasting menu and what an incredible experience it was. 15 courses of some of the best food I've ever eaten. The texture and the flavours were mind blowing. The desserts we had were better than all the Michelin star restaurants in Birmingham. The experience was brilliant and the staff were great. I will definitely be back for the food but the desserts were amazing.

Exceptional. Food: Diverse menu, Imaginative, Creative, and a sensory adventure. Ben Tesh & his team offer Birmingham serious Foodies a treat for all senses. Drinks: The wine flight adds another dimension to the food, bringing out subtle flavours and experiencing the wines change with each mouthful. Service: Staff were extremely attentive, friendly & knowledgeable about the menu, including where all the produce was from, including wines. Atmosphere: Exactly what you would expect with a fine dining experience, Clean, Crisp, modern dining, a bright restaurant with Minimalist decor, clean bright toilets with nice soap & Moisturiser. All the dinnerware, Cutlery & glass wear was tactile, modern & luxurious. This enhanced our experience. Value: Three of us spent £400 it was worth every penny. We would highly recommend, and we can’t wait to return.

It nearly hit the fine dining sweet spot. From observing the exterior i thought “well crafted simplicity.” Inside I was warmly welcomed by staff who invited me to sit by the window of this cosy establishment. It’s bright inside thanks to the big windows and orientation. The food on the seven course menu was full of traditional flavours, presented nicely and executed beautifully. One of my favourite dishes was the perfectly cooked lamb neck and fillet. With coordination of the service staff improving (it is a new restaurant) and small tweaks to the quality of the facilities this will become a five google star restaurant. Excellent value for money, family run, born and raised in Birmingham. I recommend you try this wonderful restaurant.

The food was good. However, it was our five year wedding anniversary, we had picked this restaurant specifically to celebrate. And despite making it clear on the booking and when we sat down, sadly there was no acknowledgment. On top of that the place was full of smoke when we walked in (my eyes were watering), there was no soap in the ladies toilets, and they tried to deviously upsell truffles at the table for one of the dishes (either put it in or don't). So unfortunately even though the food was good, our experience was tainted. I hope management consider the entire experience of their patrons in the future. We will not be returning. Hats off to the chefs.