Island LoungeCaribbean Restaurant in Birmingham

About Island Lounge

Caribbean Restaurant in Birmingham

Island Lounge in Birmingham is a real find! It's tucked away in a charming spot – I can't give you the exact address, but it felt very local and cozy. The atmosphere was relaxed and upbeat, perfect for a casual get-together. The space features warm lighting and what looked like hand-painted artwork on the walls, giving it a genuine Caribbean feel.

Their menu is exciting, packed with dishes I haven't seen anywhere else in Birmingham. They offer a good selection of jerk chicken, curries, and stews, all with vibrant spices. One photo shows a perfectly plated platter of fried plantains alongside a richly colored jerk chicken; it looked incredible. I'd definitely recommend trying their seafood options – they seemed incredibly fresh.

Island Lounge is special because of its genuine atmosphere and unique food. It's the perfect spot for a fun weeknight dinner with friends, a low-key date night, or even a family celebration. It's the kind of place that makes you feel like you've escaped for a little while, and that's a rare treat. It stands out from other restaurants because of its authentic Caribbean vibe—something you don’t find too often in Birmingham.

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Photo of food from Island Lounge
Photo of food from Island Lounge
Photo of food from Island Lounge

Reviews

1/29/2025

A fantastic cosy little family run business offering authentic Caribbean food. We tried their Garlic Butter Prawns, Jerk Tacos & Lamb Chops. Everything was flavoursome and unique. They have fantastic mocktails on offer too. All food is halal friendly.

1/29/2025

If I could choose zero stars it would be my choice. I recently celebrated my sister's birthday at Island Lounge, and unfortunately, the experience was far from enjoyable. I had high expectations for a memorable evening, but the service we received was unacceptable. From the moment we arrived, we encountered a bar lady who seemed rude. Her attitude was not just unwelcoming but downright disrespectful, which set a negative tone for the entire evening. We were promised bottomless food, expecting a delightful spread for our group of 20. Instead, we waited an excessively long time for our meal, only to receive one dish that was not even up to par. When we raised our concerns about the food quality and the lack of service, the bar lady responded with snark rather than addressing our issues professionally. To make matters worse, despite the poor service we were still expected to pay a service fee. This felt completely unjustified given the circumstances. Overall, our experience at Island Lounge was disappointing, especially considering it was a celebration for my sister's birthday. I would not recommend this restaurant if you're looking for a pleasant dining experience. Save your time and money for a place that values its customers and knows how to deliver good service.

1/29/2025

Authentic hidden gem , I have been back twice and even recommended to friends. Real flavours and spice not diluted. The cocktails are amazing , nice vibes perfect for having a fun night out as they offer bottomless brunches also or a birthday gathering. 10/10

1/29/2025

I have heard good things about this restaurant and it did in fact live up to the hype. It is a local business and is clearly popular with both dine in and orders. I went on a Sunday with a group of 5 adults and 4 children. I enjoyed the starter which was the ackee cup, it is not often you can get ackee without the saltfish, but I did here and it was great. I like saltfish but some times it's nice without it. I shared a platter for the mains with jerk chicken, jerk wings, lamb chops, jerk prawns and some sides. The food was tasty, very saucy.. My only gripe was that the lamb chops were tiny. I was initially going to order lamb chops, I am glad I didn't because if they were that tiny by themselves I would have been very sad. However, the prawns were massive and extremely tasty I could have eaten a whole bowl of just those. They were the best thing on the platter. I also ordered some Mac and cheese bites, dumplings and plantain. All of which were great... The Mac and cheese bites were really good and the dumplings were big, crispy on the outside soft and fluffy in the middle. The mocktails were mediocre.. I had a tropical mojito. The pricing was decent, on average about £20- £30 per person. Unfortunately the service was a bit slow however this was due to only one staff member on what was a busy night. However she held it down and kept her composure and did the best she could. We still ate. They have vegetarian options. I would definitely reccomended visiting here, I will be going back just for the prawns alone. I think expansion might be on the table.

1/29/2025

I went to Island Lounge with my friend today for the first time, finally after not being able to get a table for three times.We managed to have the chance to get to dine in and try their food. We were greeted nicely and seated. The menu was clearly written with prices. Me and my friend because tried the Island Mango Burger meal that comes with chips and coleslaw. Everything tasted fresh and has a good quality taste. It was well presented. We will definitely be going back again to try something else on the menu. The venue was clean and authentic and just had a good vibe in general. Service was par excellent! Friendly atmosphere!! Can’t wait to go back,hopefully next weekend!! :) xx

Contact & Location

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Address

28- 29 Lower High St, Wednesbury

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Rating

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