This cool suburb to the south of the city centre is already well known across the country and around the world as Birmingham’s cool bohemian neighbourhood, JRR Tolkien, Ocean Colour Scene and the annual Jazz Funk Festival have put Moseley on the must visit destination map.
Moseley is no slouch when it comes to its food scene, even though its sole Michelin * restaurant “Carters” has recently re-located to the City Centre the space it occupied has now been taken over by Satori offering Japanese fine dining it still has a number of restaurants serving exciting dishes from Cuban Caribbean (Cuban Embassy) or Peruvian excellence “Chakana” or the Original Thai cuisine from Sabai Sabai your tastebuds will come alive to what this neighbourhood has to offer.
Welcome to Satori
Discover the Art of Japanese Fine Dining in Moseley
Welcome to Satori, one of Moseley’s newest and most exciting dining destinations, where traditional Japanese flavours meet contemporary culinary artistry.
Located in the heart of Moseley at 2C St Mary’s Row, Satori has quickly established itself as a destination for exceptional Japanese cuisine, earning praise for its beautifully presented dishes, premium ingredients and elegant dining experience.
The name “Satori” comes from a Japanese Buddhist term meaning “awakening” or “enlightenment”—a moment of profound understanding. That philosophy is reflected throughout the restaurant, where every detail has been designed to create an experience that is as memorable as the food itself.
Satori has quickly become a favourite with diners across Birmingham thanks to its warm hospitality, stylish surroundings and commitment to quality. Whether you’re an experienced lover of Japanese cuisine or discovering it for the first time, Sharath and the team are passionate about ensuring every guest enjoys an exceptional dining experience.
Restaurant Touring Company is delighted to welcome Satori to the Moseley Neighbourhood Food Tour. As you enjoy your visit, take a moment to appreciate the craftsmanship, attention to detail and passion that go into every dish. We hope this is the first of many visits to this outstanding independent restaurant.
Enjoy your experience—and welcome to Satori.
Welcome to Zindiya
Experience the Soul of India in the Heart of Moseley
Welcome to Zindiya, one of Moseley’s most vibrant and much-loved independent restaurants, where every visit is a celebration of the sights, sounds and flavours of India’s bustling street markets.
Zindiya was founded by husband-and-wife team Ajay and Shivani Kenth, who dreamed of creating the restaurant for more than fifteen years before opening its doors in the heart of the community where they both grew up—Moseley. Their vision was to recreate the atmosphere they had experienced while travelling through India, bringing the colour, energy and authenticity of the country’s famous street food culture to Birmingham. The restaurant’s name combines the Hindi word “Zindagi” (meaning life) with the name of their daughter Diya (meaning light), making Zindiya a deeply personal family business.
Step inside and you’ll immediately feel transported to the lively streets of Delhi, Mumbai and Kolkata. The colourful décor, hand-painted artwork, music and welcoming atmosphere have all been carefully designed to immerse guests in the spirit of India, while remaining true to the creative character of Moseley.
Restaurant Touring Company is delighted to welcome Zindiya to the Moseley Neighbourhood Food Tour. We hope you’ll enjoy discovering the passion, creativity and warm hospitality that have made this independent restaurant one of Birmingham’s favourite dining destinations.
Enjoy your visit—and welcome to the colourful world of Zindiya.
Welcome to Tehran Restaurant
A New Taste of Persia Arrives in Moseley
Restaurant Touring Company is delighted to welcome you to Tehran Restaurant, one of the newest additions to Moseley’s vibrant dining scene.
Located on Alcester Road, Tehran Restaurant brings the rich culinary traditions of Iran to the heart of Birmingham, offering guests an authentic taste of Persian hospitality in elegant and welcoming surroundings. Tehran Restaurant
Behind the restaurant are Lukman and Hassan, whose vision is to introduce the flavours, warmth and generosity of Persian dining to the local community. As newcomers to the Moseley food scene, they have created a restaurant where family, friends and neighbours can come together to enjoy freshly prepared food inspired by centuries of Persian culinary tradition.
For Lukman and Hassan, Tehran Restaurant is about much more than serving great food. Their ambition is to create a place where guests experience the famous Persian tradition of hospitality—where everyone is welcomed like family and every meal is an opportunity to share stories, laughter and friendship.
Restaurant Touring Company is proud to introduce this exciting new venue as part of the Moseley Neighbourhood Food Tour.
We hope your visit gives you a flavour of everything that makes Persian cuisine so special. If you enjoy your experience, why not return with family and friends to explore more of the menu and continue supporting this fantastic independent restaurant?
On behalf of Lukman, Hassan and everyone at Tehran Restaurant…
Welcome, enjoy your meal, and discover the true taste of Persia.
Welcome to The Cuban Embassy
A Little Slice of Havana in the Heart of Moseley
Restaurant Touring Company is delighted to welcome you to The Cuban Embassy, one of Moseley’s most distinctive independent venues, where the vibrant spirit of Cuba comes alive through exceptional cocktails, delicious food, live music and warm hospitality.
Behind this unique concept is Nick Rendall, whose passion for Cuba, premium rum, live music and bringing people together inspired the creation of The Cuban Embassy.
Housed within the beautifully restored former Bull’s Head building on St Mary’s Row, The Cuban Embassy has become a much-loved part of Moseley’s social and cultural scene. Since opening its doors in 2015, the venue has transformed an historic Birmingham landmark into an authentic Latin-inspired destination, celebrating the colours, rhythms and flavours of Havana
For the Restaurant Touring Company’s Moseley Neighbourhood Food Tour, The Cuban Embassy has created something truly special—The “Moseley Jazz” an exclusive signature cocktail inspired by Moseley’s internationally renowned Mostly Jazz, Funk & Soul Festival.
Restaurant Touring Company is proud to welcome The Cuban Embassy to the Moseley Neighbourhood Food Tour. We hope your visit captures the incredible flavours and cocktails on offer,
So relax, raise a glass of “Moseley Jazz” and enjoy your own little taste of Havana in Moseley.
¡Salud! (Cheers!)
Welcome to Greek Aura
A Taste of Greece in the Heart of Moseley
Restaurant Touring Company is delighted to welcome you to Greek Aura, a family-run restaurant that brings the warmth, flavours and hospitality of Greece to the heart of Moseley.
Situated on Alcester Road, Greek Aura was founded by Admir (known as Miri) Cela and his wife Ola, whose shared dream was to create a restaurant that captures the authentic spirit of Greek family dining. Miri was born and raised on the beautiful island of Rhodes, where his love of Greek food and hospitality began. Before opening Greek Aura, he spent several years working in Greek restaurants, gaining experience as both a restaurant manager and chef, while Ola brings her business expertise to the day-to-day running of the restaurant. Together, they have created a welcoming neighbourhood restaurant inspired by the food, traditions and generosity of their homeland.
Restaurant Touring Company is proud to welcome Greek Aura to the Moseley Neighbourhood Food Tour. As you enjoy your visit, take a moment to experience the warmth, passion and family values that are at the heart of everything they do.
We hope this is just the beginning of your journey with Greek Aura and that you’ll return to explore even more of the wonderful flavours of Greece.
As they say in Greece… Kali Orexi!
(Enjoy your meal!)
Welcome to Chakana
Bringing the Spirit of Peru to Moseley
Restaurant Touring Company is delighted to welcome you to Chakana, one of Moseley’s most distinctive independent restaurants and a true celebration of modern Peruvian cuisine.
Located in a beautifully restored former bank on Alcester Road, Chakana was founded by Michelin-starred Peruvian chef Robert Ortiz and business partner Stephen Dickinson, who share a passion for introducing the vibrant flavours and traditions of Peru to Birmingham. Together, they have created a restaurant that combines world-class cooking with a warm, relaxed neighbourhood atmosphere.
The name “Chakana” comes from the ancient Andean Cross, an important symbol in Peruvian culture representing harmony, balance and the connection between people, nature and the world around them. It perfectly reflects the restaurant’s philosophy of bringing people together through exceptional food and hospitality.
Restaurant Touring Company is proud to include Chakana in the Moseley Neighbourhood Food Tour. We hope your visit inspires you to discover the incredible flavours of Peru and encourages you to return to experience even more of this remarkable restaurant’s menu.
Enjoy your visit… or as they say in Peru,
¡Buen provecho!
