Slurping Toad, Birmingham

I first started going in this bar when it first opened as the Slurping Toad in the mid 90's (before that it was called Readers World and sold books, mags etc). It was nice back then, busy, nice decor, friendly staff. The decor was different - upstairs there were 2 neon balconys with a toad in each, one Romeo and the other Juliet. The music was dance but you can't have everything. Since it became the Toad at The Bullring it has rapidly gone downhill - I think the owner is deliberately trying to run it into the ground. For example, the place is like a morgue throughout the week so how do they ... more

The Slurping Toad situated on the corner of Smallbrook Queensway and Hurst Street is a little gem of a pub situated perfectly in the centre of Birmingham and is ideal for a quiet drink after work during the week or for a pre-club boogie with your mates at the weekend. There is a healthy selection of real ales, lagers and a decent sized wine list to choose from. A very attratively priced but rather limited menu is also available until 8pm and the service is quick and efficient. There is surprisingly ample seating for a small pub and when things get especially busy there's a rather cosy section ... more