The Kerryman

We landed at The Kerryman after the Skindred gig. From the outside, it looks like your standard Irish pub, on the inside, it's clean and tidy, but I can only describe the vibe as "campsite clubhouse". Don't get me wrong, this is not a criticism, just a weird atmosphere for a pub so close to the centre of Birmingham. It wasn't too busy and definitely had a bunch of obvious regulars/locals. We easily got a table, the drinks were not too expensive and were good. (Hobgoblin, Stella and Vodka & coke) The DJ wasn't ear splittingly loud so we could all hear ourselves talking. It just felt a little bit odd. I do think they are missing a trick by not trying to match the music being played with the local gig clientele. This place would also be rammed with thirsty post gig punters, as it's literly doors down from the Institute. Will deffo visit again.

I visited The Kerryman over the Christmas period. It’s safe to say the place blew me away. There were immediate reservations on arrival (having been in the company of Birmingham City fans, me being a Villa supporter) with the establishment based near St Andrews, but the staff couldn’t have been more welcoming. I truly judge a pub on their selection of drafts - they did Strongbow Dark Fruits - utterly superb - great start. We were able to sit down in what I can only describe as the comfiest sofa I’ve ever sat in. The bar staff really took me in as one of their own, albeit they didn’t know my name. If it wasn’t for a curry house which we’d planned to go to, I’d probably still be sat in there now. Bar staff: 9/10 Locals: 10/10 (I made friends for life in there) Beer selection: 10/10 Service: with a smile x Hats off to you all. There should be more pubs around Birmingham like The Kerryman.