Dining In
We try to work with local suppliers to bring you organic, free range, regionally-procured or Fairtrade food and drink.
In this section you will find:
Complimentary in-apartment supplies
Complimentary in-apartment supplies
Coffee, tea and hot chocolate
You will find English breakfast tea, green and peppermint teas in the kitchen.
There’s also a pint of milk in your fridge. If you run out of anything, just ask at reception and we’ll re-stock your fridge. We also stock a small supply of non-dairy milks (normally oat, soya and almond) – just let us know when you book, or ask at reception, and we’ll pop one in your apartment (no charge).
Illy espresso machine & cafetière coffee
Good coffee makes a great start to the day. That’s why every apartment has a Francis Francis Y3 Espresso Maker with illy coffee.
Simple instructions are in our video guide. Don’t forget to switch it on at the wall and flick the little switch at the side of the machine.
We also provide Bodum milk frothers for those who love a cappuccino or latte. If you prefer a long black just mix your espresso with slightly cooled boiled water.
If filter coffee is more your thing, we work with local coffee roasters Quarter Horse to bring you fresh ground coffee for your cafetière. You’ll find both next to the espresso machine ready for brewing.
Our eco compostable takeaway cups and lids have been temporarily removed.
Juicer
You’ll find oranges and grapefruit for the juicer in the sealed bag in the fridge, the perfect combo for a great glass of chilled juice.
- Plug in the electric juicer
- Halve your oranges and grapefruit
- Gently press the halves down on the juicer and voila.
Just a word about the oranges and grapefruit. We select them especially for juicing so while they may not look the prettiest or feel the firmest they do make good juice.
We try to avoid waste so we choose regular deliveries and don’t put too many in your fridge at once. If you would like more during your stay (they’re free!) just let us know. And if you know you aren’t going to use them, please do let us know that too.
Cereals
We’re in the process of changing (improving!) our breakfast offering. But you’ll currently find both porridge oats and muesli on your counter top.
Kitchen essentials
You will find cold-pressed rapeseed oil (suitable for both salads and high-temperature frying) plus balsamic vinegar next to the hob along with sea salt and black pepper grinders for seasoning. Just a few kitchen essentials in case you fancy cooking up a storm during your stay.
We’ve also pulled together some recipes created especially for us by local chef Alex Claridge of The Wilderness fame if you’re looking for some simple and tasty dinner inspiration. They are all easy but delicious.
Made in the Midlands Tuck Shop
Feeling peckish but too comfy to move? Fear not, the Staying Cool Tuck Shop is here to save the day!
We’ve bundled together a few of our favourite snacks and refreshments from some local small, independent suppliers (nearly all from Birmingham), so you don’t have to move far to satisfy that sweet or savoury craving. Peruse the in-apartment menu (also below) and help yourself. We’ll add the cost to your booking total after check-out, charge your card and email you the receipt.
As always, if there’s something from the tuck shop you really like and happen to run out of, contact us on reception and we’ll get you topped up.
The Ultimate Lovers Night In
Some of our guests like to refer to us as THE romantic hotel as we have everything you need for the ultimate lovers night in Birmingham:
- Stylish accommodation on the top floors of the iconic Rotunda with panoramic views across the city by day and twinkling lights by night – perfect for your Instagram
- A chilled bottle of Laurent-Perrier Rosé champagne chilling on arrival (non-alcoholic version available)
- A box of Charbonnel et Walker sea salt caramel milk chocolate truffles
- Four fresh bagels with organic smoked salmon and cream cheese for breakfast
- A seasonal bouquet of flowers
- Rose petals scattered across your king-sized bed
We’ve prepared an exclusive rate to include all of the above in the cost of your apartment. Simply select the Ultimate Lovers Night In price option in the rates section of our booking engine. Alternatively, contact our Guest Relations team and they’ll arrange everything for you.
Booking extra treats
Add food and drink for your apartment when booking or email our Guest Relations team and avoid dashing to the shops as soon as you arrive! We’ve pulled together some of our favourite food combos below that we think you might like, but if there’s something specific you’re after, all you have to do is ask.
So we can source the very best ingredients, please book at least 24 hours before arrival and make us aware of any allergies that should be considered as part of your order.
All items are organic and/or Free Trade where available. Products may differ from time-to-time or seasonally due to availability.
A Touch of Romance £25.00
Serves two
Enjoy a bottle of organic prosecco, four fresh bagels, organic smoked salmon and cream cheese.
Plus rose petals sprinkled on your bed. A great way to kick start any romantic break.
Full English £27.50
Serves two or three
All the ingredients for a classic English fry-up or grill.
Jolly Hog British outdoor bred sausages and bacon, free range eggs, beans (Heinz of course), vine ripened tomatoes, mushrooms, organic sliced bloomer loaf, butter, preserves and Savse smoothie.
Fit & Fruity £17.50
Serves two
Start your day feeling Fit and Fruity. Yeo Valley organic yogurts, Rude Health cereals, fruit smoothie, organic sliced bloomer loaf with butter and preserves, fresh grapes and berries.
Smoked Salmon Bagels £15.00
Serves two
Four bagels, organic smoked salmon and cream cheese. Yum!
Malbec £12.00
A bright crimson wine whose plum and raspberry aromas mingle elegantly with vanilla from six months ageing in French oak barrels.
Moet & Chandon Champagne £49.50
The delicious sumptuousness of white-fleshed fruits (pear, peach, apple), the alluring caress of fine bubbles, the soft vivacity of citrus fruit and nuances of gooseberry. Enjoy with the view!
Organic Prosecco £17.50
A superbly fresh Italian sparkler. Pale lemon yellow with delicate aromas of peach and green apples. Fresh, light and zesty on the palate, with mouth tingling soft bubbles.
Laurent-Perrier Cuvee Rose Champagne
This iconic rosé is famous for its highly expressive bouquet, which steams from the very careful preservation of the grape’s natural fresh red fruit aromas.
Sauvignon Blanc £14.00
A very approachable, food friendly wine with a beautiful expression of crisp lime and ripe passionfruit.
Peroni £12.50
Four chilled bottles in your fridge on arrival.
Buying food locally
Whether you’re cooking a romantic meal, throwing together a healthy lunch or fancy a sweet treat, there is no shortage of local shops and supermarkets within a few hundred metres of Rotunda. Most places have now fully reopened but please check online before heading out or ask us at reception.
Medicine Bakery: turn left out of the building and walk straight up New Street. Just before you reach Victoria Square, on the right-hand side you’ll notice a doorway with MEDICINE written above, head in and up the stairs. Open 10.00 to 18.00 Mon-Fri, 10.00 to 19.00 Sat and 09.00 to 17.00 Sun.
Anderson & Hill Delicatessen: walk out of the building, turn left and walk up to Corporation Street (where the tram lines cross New St. Turn right onto Corporation Street and cross the road. Walk up the street and take the first left after House of Fraser into the North Western Arcade. Walk straight through and across the street into Great Western Arcade and you’ll find the deli across from Loki Wine. Open from 10.00 to 18.00 on Mon-Thu, 10.00 to 19.00 on Fri, 10.00 to 18.00 on Sat and closed on Sun.
Loki (opposite Anderson & Hill above) is a brilliant local wine merchants. You can also sample over 100 wines before you buy.
Selfridges Food Hall: although the range of fresh food to take away is decreasing it still offers a good quality selection plus plenty of pop-ups. Turn right out of reception and enter the Bullring by the NEXT. Selfridges is straight ahead.
Marks & Spencer Foodhall: walk out of the building and straight ahead. M&S is about 100m away. The food hall is located on the lower ground floor and is open from 08.00 to 19.00 Mon-Sat and from 11.00 to 17.00 Sun. There is also a smaller M&S Food at New Street train station.
Sainsbury’s: walk out of the building and straight ahead, past Barclays and take the first turning on the left. Sainsbury’s is on the corner of the next block. It is open from 6.30 to 21.30 daily (except Sat 07.00 to 20.00 and Sun 11.00 to 17.00).
Tesco: turn left out of the building and walk along New Street. Tesco is on the opposite side of New Street, after you have crossed the tram tracks. It is open from 6am to midnight daily, except for Saturdays when it closes at 22.00 and on Sundays when it is open from 12.00 to 18.00.
All of the main supermarkets – including Waitrose and Ocado – will deliver food and drink for your apartment to the Rotunda for around a £5 delivery charge, although minimum order values apply (usually £40).
Your postal address is:
[Your Apartment Number]
Rotunda
150 New Street
Birmingham
B2 4PA
We will happily order anything on your behalf for the price of the goods plus a £12 sourcing and delivery charge. Just ask at reception or contact us ahead of arrival.
Food and meal deliveries
We don’t have an in-house delivery service, but the Deliveroo website (or their app for iOS or Android) is probably the most reliable delivery service for food and drink for your apartment. It offers choices from 100+ local restaurants.
The delivery company will need to ring 123 on arrival at the external door and we will then direct them up to your apartment.
Top tip: Insist that they park in the Rotunda’s loading bay and deliver to your door. Sometimes they cheekily try to make you go out to meet them! Here are a couple of our favourites to order in.
Plant and Pulse: a vegan, takeaway only, restaurant offering seasonal foods with strong eco credentials and an eye on gut health. We haven’t tried this place yet but it comes highly recommended from those in the know!
Morridge: A new but welcome addition to the Birmingham independent scene offering delicious breakfasts and coffee. A great choice if you’re after a hearty start to your day.
Sabai Sabai: Experience a true taste of Thailand in the comfort of your Rotunda apartment. Sabai Sabai Independent Thai restaurant serves up all the traditional Thai dishes you can think of as well as steaks, seafood and even set menus.
Dining out?
If you’re planning to dine out during your stay but need some inspiration on where to go, check out our Dining Out section to learn about some of our favourite spots around town.
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