Saint Kitchen is an independent cafe in the heart of the Jewellery Quarter, Birmingham, specialising in coffee, brunch, lunch, doughnuts and cake. Everything is entirely homemade, in house. From the bagels, to the doughnuts & their fillings there is a lot of passion in our food!. Here at Saint Kitchen, we are lucky to work with some incredibly talented suppliers who help us serve amazing coffee and food to the people of Birmingham.
We love to shout about them wherever possible so here are a few of them.
We love to shout about them wherever possible so here are a few of them.
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Paula Johnston
Sep 07, 2021
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Em L.
Aug 07, 2021
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I have ordered from here a couple of times via Deliveroo - the pastrami bagel is absolutely superb. Homemade pastrami that melts in your mouth and the ingredient portions and ratios are perfect. I would eat this every day if I could. Wonderful value for money too - you can't go wrong for a bite to eat here.
Michael Radford
Jul 19, 2021
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Honestly if you haven’t been here when in and around Birmingham/Jewellery quarter you’re missing a real gem. Amazing food made with care, attention and love. They even cater for gluten free with home made bread… which is to die for!!
Best brunch I’ve ever had and that’s saying something well done to head chef Jake McLellan and the team!
Best brunch I’ve ever had and that’s saying something well done to head chef Jake McLellan and the team!
Jake Anderson
Jun 17, 2021
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I love the ethically sourced ethos I find it very hot today and for a reasonable price very good little coffee shop I will say better than the bigger chains. A lot of customers want to have that ethically sourced story with products and really nice to see. Will be coming again. Even down to the packaging of your products as well thinking about environment that’s really commendable.
Jackie Ann Radford
Jun 14, 2021
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Eleanora Brown
Jun 07, 2021
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Will refuse to serve you if you are mask exempt, even if you inform them and show proof you will be asked to ‘stand outside’ even though that is considered discrimination AND illegal. When challenged, the owner will just make a feeble attempt to insult your intelligence rather than address the issue. Avoid.
Sal Hughes
Nov 29, 2020
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Our son has just moved into a flat round the corner...on our exploratory walk of the area we came across this gem of a place....coffee was excellent and the sprout bagel (that was actually bought to be a bit of… a joke!) was divine!... probably the most tastiest thing I have ever eaten! XX obvs it's just takeout at the moment but sitting in St Paul's square today was tranquil whilst eating excellent food. thank you
Kristine Lacontra
Oct 21, 2020
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Richard Hunter-Rice
Jun 14, 2020
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Donia Henderson
Feb 05, 2020
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Helina L.
Oct 30, 2017
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Great place to meet with friends, especially during lunch hour. It is located right in the center of St. Paul's Square and it is not too crowded compared to the more centered area around New St.
The ambiance is good and it's nicely decorated. The staff is friendly and they have a selection of medium sized dishes. It is not overly expensive (6 pounds). The only reason why Saint Kitchen isn't getting five stars, is because the food was not great. I ordered the bacon with poached eggs on Hockley Sour bread, and the bacon was too dry and salty. The toast was also tasteless and hard
The ambiance is good and it's nicely decorated. The staff is friendly and they have a selection of medium sized dishes. It is not overly expensive (6 pounds). The only reason why Saint Kitchen isn't getting five stars, is because the food was not great. I ordered the bacon with poached eggs on Hockley Sour bread, and the bacon was too dry and salty. The toast was also tasteless and hard
Tara W.
Jul 04, 2017
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Amazing breakfast - delicious, fresh, great presentation, reasonable prices. Veggie Breakfast was huge and fantastic - beans in a pot, 2 poached eggs, lemoned avocado on thick toast, fried cheese, 2 large mushrooms, potatoes scrambled with spinach and tomato. Chai with soy milk and according to my husband best Americano ever. Orange & apple juice available at the counter. I hate beets but I tried my husband's beet fritters and they were good. Casual, comfy atmosphere with good music playing. Order at the counter - friendly service. Light, fluffy pancakes with yogurt, honey and banana
Laura C.
Sep 20, 2016
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Supreme food more than fit for a Saint.
I had the lamb flatbread. Gorgeous. Just don't eat it in front of anyone you want to impress... This is messy business. The lamb is sloppy and juicy, with creamy yoghurt freckled with pomegranate seeds and sliced veg.
Loads of other lunch options on offer, from salads and paninis to soup. The chocolate millionaire cake (or whatever it was) looked so good I practically pressed my nose into the glass to ogle.
There're lots of tempting breakfast options, too, for those staying nearby. And their hot chocolate is award-winning.
Saint Kitchen is
I had the lamb flatbread. Gorgeous. Just don't eat it in front of anyone you want to impress... This is messy business. The lamb is sloppy and juicy, with creamy yoghurt freckled with pomegranate seeds and sliced veg.
Loads of other lunch options on offer, from salads and paninis to soup. The chocolate millionaire cake (or whatever it was) looked so good I practically pressed my nose into the glass to ogle.
There're lots of tempting breakfast options, too, for those staying nearby. And their hot chocolate is award-winning.
Saint Kitchen is
Edward D.
Mar 21, 2016
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Despite being right on the square this place is pretty low key from the outside, on the inside though it's a bright modern coffee shop that utilises the space in the unit really well.
Coffee here is of good quality, not too in your face and they'll bring it over to you after you have ordered at the counter, always a nice touch.
The range of food goes a bit further than most coffee shops in town, on top of the normal coffee, cakes, sandwiches you can also get things like a smoked salmon and cream cheese bagel, making Saint Kitchen a great place for a lighter breakfast.
If working out
Coffee here is of good quality, not too in your face and they'll bring it over to you after you have ordered at the counter, always a nice touch.
The range of food goes a bit further than most coffee shops in town, on top of the normal coffee, cakes, sandwiches you can also get things like a smoked salmon and cream cheese bagel, making Saint Kitchen a great place for a lighter breakfast.
If working out
Conny T.
Mar 01, 2016
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Ahmed H.
Feb 12, 2016
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Nice café opposite Saint Paul square. Opens early which is always good and it is round the corner- actually slightly further but it's OK.
Relaxed atmosphere and cosy seatings or counter seating are available through the place depending on mood or the time you got on your hands .
The fruit infused water/palate cleanser is always appreciated to go with my constitutional espresso or something more unusual as cascara -coffee cherries- brew or olive leaves tea which I definitely recommend. Unusual I admit but worth a try ;-)
Relaxed atmosphere and cosy seatings or counter seating are available through the place depending on mood or the time you got on your hands .
The fruit infused water/palate cleanser is always appreciated to go with my constitutional espresso or something more unusual as cascara -coffee cherries- brew or olive leaves tea which I definitely recommend. Unusual I admit but worth a try ;-)
Mo A.
Sep 08, 2014
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Nice cafe opposite the square. Wanted small bite. Interior is nice and comfy seats. Love the view outside of the square. Would've loved to sit outside but was chilly. This place is very cheap, was surprised. Got a panini and drink and came under £5. But...... was not impressed by the panini. Dry and barely any fillings. They need more variety of food on menu. I wanted just chicken cheese panini which they didn't have. They had chicken with something else I can't remember (bad memory) But staff was happy to make me what I wanted.
Friendly staff and free wifi (thumbs up) Relaxed
Friendly staff and free wifi (thumbs up) Relaxed
Dave C.
May 25, 2014
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It's really hard not to genuinely feel affection for this new Saints Kitchen. It's my preferred central JQ meet up place.
When it was owned by Geoff (now owner of Faculty) it provided both the best espresso I've ever had and one of the best flat whites (not quite the best). Partly this was down to the roaster/bean blend, which was more to my liking than some around Brum, but also due to the care taken to get things right.
Now, things have changed and while the coffee is still very good it may just lack the tad of 'exceptional' needed to put it in the top category. But
When it was owned by Geoff (now owner of Faculty) it provided both the best espresso I've ever had and one of the best flat whites (not quite the best). Partly this was down to the roaster/bean blend, which was more to my liking than some around Brum, but also due to the care taken to get things right.
Now, things have changed and while the coffee is still very good it may just lack the tad of 'exceptional' needed to put it in the top category. But
Caroline B.
Feb 11, 2014
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I love the new look and feel of Saints, a sort of bakery/dairy look (and the Amelie soundtrack which was playing when I was in there last)
The menu is fab, and it's always a treat to pop in for lunch now and then- I work just down the road. There's a selection of panini, sandwiches, noodles, tempting soups and seriously good pasta salads (which actually contain salad veg, unlike the Tesco style pasta salad). I had one with sundried tomatoes and pesto, which was really tasty.
They have both soup and pasta (last I saw was king prawn linguine), plus an all day breakfast.
They still have
The menu is fab, and it's always a treat to pop in for lunch now and then- I work just down the road. There's a selection of panini, sandwiches, noodles, tempting soups and seriously good pasta salads (which actually contain salad veg, unlike the Tesco style pasta salad). I had one with sundried tomatoes and pesto, which was really tasty.
They have both soup and pasta (last I saw was king prawn linguine), plus an all day breakfast.
They still have
Vicky O.
Feb 03, 2014
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Even though this little cafe is on my doorstep (figuratively speaking), I never ventured into it's previous incarnation "Saint Caffe". I cannot tell you why this is the case, other than the JQ being a hotbed of lovely little indie coffee places (and being a bit of a stickler for UCC and Brewsmiths). With so much choice, why would I go anywhere else?
I was given an excuse when a fellow Yelper started working there and an Elite (Caroline B.) was singing this refurbished venue's praises. It was with high expectation in mind I ventured down there on Friday afternoon for a bit
I was given an excuse when a fellow Yelper started working there and an Elite (Caroline B.) was singing this refurbished venue's praises. It was with high expectation in mind I ventured down there on Friday afternoon for a bit
Squeaky F.
Jan 21, 2014
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Went here for the first time today for a coffee and a chat with friends.
There was a bit of a queue when we got in but we got served relatively quickly and they have a mouth-watering array of cakes on offer as well as the usual coffees and soft drinks. In the soft drinks department, they have both San Pellegrino and Fentimans drinks for sale which I am a big fan of.
We ordered coffee, a soft drink and cake, had a seat and were served in about five minutes which was reasonable. We ordered two americanos which were nice but quite bitter; almost as if the machine had been slightly too hot when the
There was a bit of a queue when we got in but we got served relatively quickly and they have a mouth-watering array of cakes on offer as well as the usual coffees and soft drinks. In the soft drinks department, they have both San Pellegrino and Fentimans drinks for sale which I am a big fan of.
We ordered coffee, a soft drink and cake, had a seat and were served in about five minutes which was reasonable. We ordered two americanos which were nice but quite bitter; almost as if the machine had been slightly too hot when the
Daniel A.
May 15, 2013
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Debra C.
Mar 21, 2013
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A few years back, I spent a happy summer of writing in this relaxing cafe located in the peaceful and picturesque St Paul's Square. Going to the monthly Likeminds here last week reminded me that I've not reviewed it yet!
I love that they do an unusual range of teas, and their food is tasty too. The owners are really friendly, and they have a good team of staff offering efficient service.
Saints is a great place for meetings, with its open layout and relaxed vibe offering a good space for allowing ideas to flow. They are also good at putting together tables for larger groups to
I love that they do an unusual range of teas, and their food is tasty too. The owners are really friendly, and they have a good team of staff offering efficient service.
Saints is a great place for meetings, with its open layout and relaxed vibe offering a good space for allowing ideas to flow. They are also good at putting together tables for larger groups to
Mary A.
Nov 05, 2012
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One of Birmingham's finest independent coffee shops. Set in a beautiful location and great for parking. Never had a bad cup of coffee at Saints. Staff are always friendly and welcoming and they have an excellent range of loose leaf teas.
Lots of reading material available so you never have to feel lonely when waiting for friends.
Food is good too!
Lots of reading material available so you never have to feel lonely when waiting for friends.
Food is good too!
Simone R.
May 26, 2012
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I absolutely love everything about this cafe! From its location to the fresh and lovely homemade Oreo Cupcake found on it! Everything at Saint Caffee is just inviting!
This independent coffee shop is placed in Saint Paul's Square since 2008 and it has the essence of Jewellery Quarter! It's pretty chic without being snobby!
I have saved my appetite for having breakfast there today and it couldn't be a better choice, really. Its modern interior design together with art- for sale-on the walls, give a bit of kick to the place.
If you are in a hurry, there is always the option of
This independent coffee shop is placed in Saint Paul's Square since 2008 and it has the essence of Jewellery Quarter! It's pretty chic without being snobby!
I have saved my appetite for having breakfast there today and it couldn't be a better choice, really. Its modern interior design together with art- for sale-on the walls, give a bit of kick to the place.
If you are in a hurry, there is always the option of
Christopher C.
May 26, 2012
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To get over my sunstroke from sitting in St Pauls square too long taking instagram snaps of the church over and over. So the next day I retreated in the shade of Saints Caffe for some r&r.
The staff are way too nice here and they love coffee and cakes. Like to the point that if you took coffee and cakes away from then they would fall into a dark place. It's a great thing to see and you learn about coffee and what they do just by reading the cool chalkboard signs dotted around the shop.
Because my body is still fried I opted for a cold drink this time, a hazelnut frappe. Was really nice
The staff are way too nice here and they love coffee and cakes. Like to the point that if you took coffee and cakes away from then they would fall into a dark place. It's a great thing to see and you learn about coffee and what they do just by reading the cool chalkboard signs dotted around the shop.
Because my body is still fried I opted for a cold drink this time, a hazelnut frappe. Was really nice