Bonehead, Birmingham

Compact and crafty modern bar and diner, with low lighting and an odd mixture of decor (part Goth, part industrial minimalist). Having said that, all the tables were full, and the echoing chatter drowned out the relatively loud and heavy music. That just left four stools by the high bar counter. Anyway, you wouldn't expect real ale in a joint like this, so no disappointment there, but there was a reasonable selection from the eight keg taps on the bar-back (including my Lightbulb from Verdant, £5.85). Also worth noting that there were plenty of staff on duty, and the whole operation seems well run.

Just round the corner from Cherry Reds. This is a trendy chicken burger bar. It was quite dark inside and the place was empty on my visit (granted it had only been open a half hour). Crafty beers only which come from the 7 or 8 taps behind the bar. Usual crafty prices, sadly. A once only visit for me.

Official site of Bonehead - www.boneheaduk.com

Official site of Bonehead - www.boneheaduk.com