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Grand Central Kitchen, nestled at 7 Stephenson St in Birmingham, is a hidden gem for breakfast enthusiasts. This breakfast powerhouse is renowned for its simple yet delicious offerings, ranging from classic Full English breakfasts to custom wraps and pizzas. Customers rave about the generous portions and attentive service. Samantha Colden highlights not just the satisfying flavors in her Full English and house omelette but also the seamless operation of the restaurant, where friendly staff make diners feel at home. Gary Thompson shares his delight over both the food and the exceptional customer service, noting how he was charged for a smaller coffee that made his day—moments that truly capture the heart of hospitality. Tom Benoist appreciates the efficiency, praising the quick delivery of his large flat white and English breakfast. Rishibha Verma's spontaneous visit confirmed the restaurant’s consistent quality, exceptional food, and affordability, making it a favorite among local regulars. A visit to Grand Central Kitchen is not just about the food. It’s about the warm environment, the smiles from the staff, and the feeling of being part of a community. Whether you’re in for a quick coffee or a leisurely breakfast, this venue is a must-visit and ensures you'll leave satisfied and eager to return.Photos
Amenities & More
Service options
- Delivery
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Solo dining
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Counter service
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Gender-neutral restroom
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Trendy
Crowd
- College students
- Groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Tourists
- Transgender safespace
Reviews for Grand Central Kitchen
Review highlights
Based on 2,021 reviewsGrand Central Kitchen is widely praised for its friendly and attentive staff, efficient service, and consistently delicious food offerings. Customers appreciate the generous portions and excellent value, particularly for classic breakfast and brunch dishes. The cafe's central location adds to its appeal, attracting a loyal local clientele and fostering a welcoming atmosphere. While the space is somewhat compact, the overall experience is smooth and enjoyable, with quick turnover and a warm environment. Affordability combined with quality and a strong community vibe are recurring themes, making Grand Central Kitchen a popular choice for both casual coffee visits and hearty breakfast meals.
This is a great spot for classic cafe breakfasts. We had the Full English and the house omelette and both were super tasty. The restaurant itself is simple, the tables are quite close together but it runs like clockwork! Staff are super friendly and made us feel so welcome. Portions are generous, food is delicious and turnover is fast. A great experience!
What an amazing place. Staff is so friendly and attentive. The food was delicious, cannot fault this place. 10/10 for me. Popped in for a coffee and purposely charged me for a regular instead of a large, which honestly made my day. I went back less than an hour later for a dine in breakfast. I was greeted by the same happy team
Awesome place with the friendliest staff. Came by just before 8am and after a warm welcome I ordered a large flat white and an English breakfast (swapped the tomato for hash brown because I’m not a wrongun). Coffee was on my table in 2 minutes and the breakfast arrived shortly after. Everything tasted great and was brilliant value. Will definitely be back.
Our visit here was a last-minute decision, as we hadn’t planned to eat out, but we’re so glad we did. The menu is fantastic, the food is delicious, and the service is exceptional—all at incredibly affordable prices. As the name suggests, the location couldn’t be more central. We noticed many local regulars, which, along with their impressive online ratings, speaks to their consistent quality and service. Highly recommended—we’ll definitely be back!
Stopped off for breakfast again. This is the best place for the most amazing breakfast. Great location, brilliant staff. Massively recommended & most definitely will visit again.
Want great tasting food, no fuss and brilliant service... then this second to none cafe is unmissable!! It would be a mistake to stay in your hotel and not venture out to this flavoursome location!! The service is rapid! Food is served hot!! But the coffee... wow!! The regular flat white is a full cup of coffee... and better tasting than your chain coffee houses!!
Great service, lovely food, and nice, clean place to eat. Staff were very welcoming and accommodating. We searched everywhere on our trip to Birmingham, and this is the last place we found before we left to come home to Scotland and it was the best place we ate at out of our whole weekend. Highly recommend.
Central Kitchen is our absolute favorite go-to brunch spot in Birmingham! The food is simply delicious (I especially love their English Breakfast and House Omelette). The staff is always super friendly and makes you feel welcome. The service is quick and everything is just perfect. I look forward to visiting again!
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Opening hours
- Monday (Today) 6:30 AM - 4:00 PM
- Tuesday 6:30 AM - 4:00 PM
- Wednesday 6:30 AM - 4:00 PM
- Thursday 6:30 AM - 4:00 PM
- Friday 6:30 AM - 4:00 PM
- Saturday 6:30 AM - 4:00 PM
- Sunday 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM
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