Wv Eat & Drink Intro
'Some Flavours Linger Longer Than Words'
“Wolverhampton’s culinary soul isn’t loud—it’s layered. From Victorian tearooms to indie bakeries, canal-side pubs to courtyard brunch spots, this page shares the places where food meets feeling. Not just flavours, but atmospheres. Not just meals, but moments.”
Medicine Bakery (Chubb Building)
“Some places don’t just serve food they serve feeling.”
🥐 Medicine Bakery
Where heritage meets sourdough.
Tucked inside the historic Chubb Building, Medicine Bakery blends industrial textures with artisan calm. It’s more than a café—it’s a working bakery, gallery space, and quiet retreat where pastries are crafted by hand and light filters through vaulted glass ceilings.
The menu is thoughtful: sourdough sandwiches, almond croissants, vegan Reubens, and cronuts that feel like edible poetry. You’ll find locals sipping turmeric lattes beside exposed brick, and visitors pausing to admire the building’s quiet grandeur. It’s a space that invites you to slow down, savour, and maybe stay a little longer than planned.
Whether you’re grabbing a cinnamon morning bun to go or settling into the courtyard with a matcha latte, Medicine offers a moment of stillness in the city’s rhythm.
Explore Medicine Bakery 📍 Unit 6, Chubb Building, Fryer Street, WV1 1HT
Zuri Coffee (Victoria Street)
“Some cafés don’t just serve drinks
they serve belonging.”
☕ Zuri Coffee
Where chai meets charm.
Nestled on Lichfield Street, Zuri Coffee is more than a café—it’s a celebration of Indian-inspired street food wrapped in the comfort of a local coffee house. With a menu rich in vegetarian and vegan options, it’s a place where samosa chaat, prontinis, and masala chai sit beside espresso shots and almond croissants.
Inside, the atmosphere is welcoming and softly eclectic. Wooden booths, warm lighting, and handwritten touches make it feel like a space built for lingering. Whether you’re grabbing a paneer wrap to go or settling in with a mango lassi and a good book, Zuri offers a moment of flavour and familiarity.
It’s the kind of place where the staff remember your order, the spices tell stories, and the food feels like it was made with care.
Visit Zuri Coffee 📍 37 Lichfield Street, Wolverhampton WV1 1EQ 📞 01902 424629
The Old Still (Wulfruna Street)
“Some pubs don’t just serve drinks
they serve whats needed at the time”
🍻 The Old Still
A proper pub with stories in the walls.
Tucked along King Street, The Old Still is Wolverhampton’s kind of classic—no frills, just good beer, warm banter, and a buzz that builds as the day unfolds. With roots tracing back to the late 18th century and a façade redesigned in the 1880s, it’s a pub that’s seen the city change and kept its charm intact.
Inside, you’ll find dark wood, sports screens, and a crowd that feels like community. From karaoke nights and live music to quiet weekday pints, The Old Still offers space for both celebration and pause. It’s the kind of place where regulars know your name, the bitter’s poured just right, and the laughter spills louder than the lager.
Whether you’re stopping in after work, catching the match, or just soaking up the atmosphere, The Old Still reminds you that some places don’t need polish—they just need people.
Visit The Old Still 📍 14 King Street, Wolverhampton WV1 1ST 📞 0121 272 5499
The Tea Room (Bantock House)
“Some places don’t just serve tea
they serve tranquillity.”
🍰 The Tea Room at Bantock House
Tea, scones, and the stillness of history.
Nestled within the grounds of Bantock House Museum, this charming tea room offers a moment of pause wrapped in Edwardian elegance. With views of landscaped gardens and the soft hush of heritage, it’s the kind of place where time slows and conversation deepens.
The menu is simple but satisfying—freshly baked scones with clotted cream and jam, light lunches, and pots of tea served with quiet care. Whether you’re visiting the museum or just wandering through the park, the tea room invites you to sit, sip, and savour.
It’s a space where the clink of china feels like a gentle echo of the past, and every bite carries a touch of Wolverhampton’s quieter soul.
📍 Bantock House Museum, Finchfield Road, Wolverhampton WV3 9LQ 📞 01902 552195
The Royal Oak (Chapel Ash)
“Some pubs don’t just pour pints
they pour community.”
🍺 The Royal Oak (Chapel Ash)
A pub with heart, history, and a proper pint.
Since 1841, The Royal Oak has stood just outside Wolverhampton’s city centre—welcoming locals, football fans, and live music lovers with open arms and cask ales. It’s the kind of place where the bar staff know your name, the beer garden blooms in summer, and the walls hum with stories.
Inside, it’s all about atmosphere: dark wood, friendly faces, and a rotating selection of real ales from the Marston’s portfolio. Fridays and Saturdays bring live bands, Wednesdays host open mic nights, and Sundays (weather permitting) feature outdoor music under the pergola. Crusty cobs, pork pies, and pub snacks keep things simple and satisfying.
Whether you’re catching up with friends, cheering on Wolves, or just soaking up the vibe, The Royal Oak offers more than drinks—it offers belonging.
Visit The Royal Oak Chapel Ash 📍 70 Compton Road, Wolverhampton WV3 9PH 📞 01902 422845
The Mermaid (Bridgnorth Road)
“Some meals taste better with trees nearby.”
🍷 The Mermaid (Wightwick)
Country charm with a seasonal soul.
Nestled between the Staffordshire & Worcestershire Canal and the historic Wightwick Manor, The Mermaid is a country pub that feels like a pause button. With nearly 250 years of history, its timbered exterior and leafy surroundings offer a backdrop of quiet elegance—perfect for Sunday roasts, fireside chats, or garden drinks under golden light.
Inside, it’s all warmth and texture: crackling log fires, cask ales, and a menu full of hearty British classics. Think sticky duck pizza, creamy fishcakes, and puddings that taste like comfort. Whether you’re walking the towpath, visiting the manor, or simply seeking a slow afternoon, The Mermaid welcomes you with rustic grace and seasonal flavour.
It’s dog-friendly, family-friendly, and quietly unforgettable.
Discover The Mermaid 📍 Bridgnorth Road, Wolverhampton WV6 8BN 📞 01902 764896
The Hollybush (Penn Road)
“Some pubs don’t just serve food
they serve familiarity.”
🍕 The Hollybush (Penn)
A hero pub with heart and a bigger-than-expected menu.
Located on Penn Road, The Hollybush is Wolverhampton’s kind of local—laid-back, family-friendly, and surprisingly generous. With stonebaked pizzas, stacked burgers, sizzling grills, and bottomless soft drinks or ice cream, it’s the kind of place that turns a casual meal into a cheerful ritual.
Inside, it’s all warmth and buzz: BT and Sky Sports on screen, pool tables, darts, quiz nights, and live music that brings the room to life. The staff are friendly, the portions are hearty, and the atmosphere feels like a mix of pub comfort and weekend energy. Whether you’re catching up with friends, refuelling on a long journey, or just craving a cowboy burger and a pint, The Hollybush delivers with charm.
Dog-friendly, kid-friendly, and full of little surprises—like signature cocktails and daily food deals—it’s a pub that doesn’t try too hard, but still gets it right.
Explore The Hollybush 📍 494 Penn Road, Wolverhampton WV4 4HU 📞 01902 621454
The Two Greens (Old Hill)
“Some pubs don’t just serve meals
they serve moments.”
🍽️ The Two Greens (Tettenhall)
Pub comfort with leafy views and chargrilled soul.
Perched on Old Hill in Tettenhall, The Two Greens blends modern pub charm with countryside calm. Inside, it’s all warm wood, soft lighting, and a menu that balances pub classics with chargrilled specials—think 9oz ribeye steaks, Camembert ciabattas, and sticky toffee puddings that feel like a hug.
The beer garden offers panoramic views over Wolverhampton, perfect for slow summer evenings or crisp autumn catch-ups. It’s dog-friendly, family-friendly, and full of little touches that make you feel at home—from friendly staff and weekly pub quizzes to seasonal cocktails and mains under £10.
Whether you’re sipping a fruity spritz, sharing a platter, or just pausing mid-walk, The Two Greens offers more than food—it offers familiarity with flair.
Explore The Two Greens 📍 Old Hill, Wolverhampton WV6 8QB 📞 01902 746681
Fiume (Bridgnorth Road)
“Some meals deserve a slow evening.”
🍷 Fiume Italian Bar & Restaurant
Canal-side calm with southern soul.
Tucked away in Compton, Fiume offers more than Italian cuisine—it offers a moment of elegance beside the water. Family-run and proudly independent, this restaurant blends southern Italian flavours with modern flair. From handmade pastas and fresh seafood to fillet steaks and tiramisu, every dish feels like a quiet celebration.
Inside, it’s all soft lighting, warm wood, and attentive service. Outside, the canal glides past as diners sip wine and share antipasti under the open sky. Vegan and gluten-free options are clearly marked, and the specials board always holds something worth discovering—lobster spaghetti, swordfish, or a seasonal risotto.
Whether you’re marking a milestone or simply craving a slow evening with good food, Fiume invites you to pause, taste, and feel at home.
Explore Fiume 📍 5 Bridgnorth Road, Wolverhampton WV6 8AB 📞 01902 755550
The Anchor Inn (Brewood Road)
“Some pubs don’t just welcome you
they anchor you.”
🍺 The Anchor Inn (Cross Green)
Canal-side comfort with countryside soul.
Just outside Wolverhampton in the village of Coven, The Anchor Inn offers a slice of country charm beside the Staffordshire & Worcestershire Canal. With roots dating back to the late 1700s, this Vintage Inn blends heritage with warmth—roaring log fires in winter, sun-drenched decking in summer, and a menu full of hearty British classics with a twist.
Inside, it’s all wooden beams, cosy corners, and cask ales poured with care. Outside, the canal towpath invites slow strolls and quiet reflection. Whether you’re tucking into fish and chips, sipping a gin by the water, or joining the weekly pub quiz, The Anchor Inn feels like a place built for belonging.
Dog-friendly, family-friendly, and full of character—it’s a pub that doesn’t just serve food and drink, it serves atmosphere.
Discover The Anchor Inn 📍 Brewood Road, Cross Green, Wolverhampton WV10 7PW 📞 01902 798786
Bilash (Cheapside Civic Centre)
“Some spices speak in whispers.”
🍛 The Bilash
Fine Indian dining with timeless elegance.
Since 1982, The Bilash has stood just off Civic Centre Square as Wolverhampton’s most celebrated Indian restaurant—known for its refined Bangladeshi and Indian cuisine, attentive service, and candlelit atmosphere. With accolades from the Michelin Food Guide, AA Food Guide, and The Sunday Times, it’s a place where tradition meets innovation on every plate.
Inside, the ambience is warm and quietly luxurious. The menu features signature dishes like Bengali roasted stuffed chicken, lobster curry, and vegetarian mains that surprise with depth and detail. Whether you’re choosing the two-course set menu or exploring the à la carte options, each dish feels like a moment crafted with care.
It’s a popular pre-theatre spot, a go-to for special occasions, and a quiet retreat for those who appreciate quality without fuss. The staff are known for their thoughtful hospitality—often remembering allergies, preferences, and even favourite songs.
Explore The Bilash 📍 2 Cheapside, Wolverhampton WV1 1TU 📞 07708 486038
Sunbeam (Victoria Square)
“Some places don’t try to impress
they just make you feel welcome.”
🍽️ The Sunbeam
Big plates, bold flavours, and a proper Wolverhampton welcome.
Located at Victoria Square, right beside the city’s train, tram, and bus stations, The Sunbeam is Wolverhampton’s go-to for casual comfort and epic value. Part of the Hungry Horse family, it’s a spacious pub with over 60 tables, a separate over-18s area, and a menu that’s all about hearty portions and crowd-pleasing classics.
From full English breakfasts and Quadzilla burgers to vegan fish and chips and chocolate fudge cake, the food is straightforward and satisfying. Weekly deals, Super Specials, and calorie counts make it easy to choose something tasty without breaking the bank. Whether you’re grabbing a pre-theatre bite, catching live sport on the big screens, or just popping in for a pint and a chat, The Sunbeam delivers with friendly service and a relaxed vibe.
It’s family-friendly, coach-friendly, and WiFi-connected—ideal for solo lunches, group outings, or spontaneous meetups.
Visit The Sunbeam 📍 10 Victoria Square, Wolverhampton WV1 1LD 📞 01902 421208