A much-acclaimed chophouse has announced an opening date for its new Birmingham restaurant.

Soho-born Blacklock, which describes itself as ‘championing the chophouse and all its traditions’, will transform the ground floor of St Philip’s House, a former Vicarage, into a 100-seat restaurant and bar.

The Birmingham restaurant, opening on Mon 20 Apr, will continue to champion exceptional British produce reared by long-term partners, family butchers Philip Warren, and cooked simply over charcoal.

The menu will centre on chops and steaks that make use of the whole animal, featuring prime cuts dry-aged for up to 55 days alongside lesser-known steaks that deliver just as much flavour at a snip of the price.

The menu will also feature Blacklock favourites, including the much-loved All In, a decadent sharing feast of beef, pork and lamb chops served on charred flatbreads soaking up all the delicious meat juices. Whilst their award-winning Sunday roast, with whole joints slow-roasted over open coals, Yorkshire puddings, duck fat roast potatoes, seasonal vegetables, and unsparing amounts of Blacklock gravy, sits alongside desserts including the famous Granny’s white chocolate cheesecake served tableside with a knowing and indulgent “say when” approach.

The drinks menu spans seasonal twists on classic cocktails, wines on tap, and special bottles tucked away in the cellar. A selection of beers and ciders will also be available, including their very own Blacklock Brews, which are made in collaboration with local favourite Birmingham Brewing Company.

The Blacklock team is also developing a series of new dishes that will be available exclusively at the Birmingham restaurant, with further details to be revealed in due course.

Blacklock began life in a Soho basement in 2015 and has since grown to include restaurants across London and Manchester. The group celebrated its 10th anniversary last year. In 2023, Blacklock achieved B Corp certification, recognising its commitment to regenerative farming, responsible sourcing and a no-waste approach, and has been listed as one of the Best Companies to Work for in the UK for the last three years.

Founder Gordon Ker said: “We’ve long hoped to bring Blacklock to Birmingham and can’t wait to be opening in such a beautiful and iconic building in the heart of the city. We’re really looking forward to becoming part of the rich local community and building a restaurant, we hope, the city will take to its heart.”