Tasteology
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About Tasteology
On Grove Ln in Birmingham, Tasteology is a Mediterranean cafe and brunch spot serving halal dishes with a pastry counter at the front. The kitchen makes its own sausages onsite, served alongside a breakfast menu that runs from shakshuka and mushroom toast to the Royal Breakfast and egg hollandaise. The coffee list includes a cortado and pistachio latte, with mango lassi as a non-coffee option. Service is walk-in, with orders taken at the counter. Outdoor seating is available for those who prefer to eat outside, and high chairs are set out for families with young children. A step-free entrance allows access for visitors with mobility needs. The space is small and daytime only, open Monday to Sunday except Tuesdays. Parking is limited on the side street nearby.
Good to know
- ParkingFree of charge street parking · Parking
- AccessibilityWheelchair-accessible entrance · Wheelchair-accessible seating
- Good for kidsGood for kids · High chairs · Family friendly
- DietaryVegan options · Vegetarian options
Menu & Prices
60 dishes · mains £3–16- Upgraded Shakshouka£9.69
- Mediterranean Toast£9.49
- The Mushroom Toast£9.49
- The Full English£13.99
- Royal Breakfast£15.69
- Vegan Brunch£13.99
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention homemade merguez sausages, shakshuka, pistachio latte and royal breakfast.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention homemade merguez sausages, shakshuka, pistachio latte and royal breakfast.
Customer Review Summary
Breakfast is the clear draw at Tasteology, with reviewers repeatedly praising the shakshuka, mushroom toast, homemade merguez sausages, the Royal Breakfast, and the Ketology breakfast alongside poached eggs and egg hollandaise. Coffee comes up almost as often, with the cortado and especially the pistachio latte singled out as standouts, and one reviewer also mentions the mango lassi and baklava. Several describe the chef personally greeting tables and making recommendations, and the counter staff and owner are called friendly and welcoming, including one account of help settling a toddler. The space is noted as small and prone to feeling busy, and one reviewer flags a slight service delay though the food made up for it; another calls the egg hollandaise and English breakfast good but pricey, totaling around thirty five pounds for two. Parking is mentioned as limited by one diner despite free street spots nearby. Multiple reviewers say they plan to return, with one noting they polished off their plate entirely.
Customer Review Summary
Breakfast is the clear draw at Tasteology, with reviewers repeatedly praising the shakshuka, mushroom toast, homemade merguez sausages, the Royal Breakfast, and the Ketology breakfast alongside poached eggs and egg hollandaise. Coffee comes up almost as often, with the cortado and especially the pistachio latte singled out as standouts, and one reviewer also mentions the mango lassi and baklava. Several describe the chef personally greeting tables and making recommendations, and the counter staff and owner are called friendly and welcoming, including one account of help settling a toddler. The space is noted as small and prone to feeling busy, and one reviewer flags a slight service delay though the food made up for it; another calls the egg hollandaise and English breakfast good but pricey, totaling around thirty five pounds for two. Parking is mentioned as limited by one diner despite free street spots nearby. Multiple reviewers say they plan to return, with one noting they polished off their plate entirely.
Featured reviews
- Suzanne Cleary
“Really lovely local family restaurant. We went for breakfast and had the mushroom toast and shakshuka plus coffees. Food was lovely, fresh cooked to order. Coffee was great, especiallythe cortado. Homemade merguez sausages were delicious. The service team were warm, engaging and couldn't have made us more welcome. Lots of others in there from couples to large families but it didn't feel crowded. A great find for Saturday breakfast and we'll definitely be back”
- Saarah Nisaa
“Wonderful service, and the food was amazing! I loved the mango lassi and the English breakfast. I went with my sisters and they were all impressed with their food and the drinks they ordered. The chef was really friendly and funny — we hope to visit again soon! There’s also a beautiful park nearby called Grove Lane Park, so you can easily make a morning of it.”
- NAZIRA AHMED
“The owner/manager was soo lovely, couldn’t do enough to help settle our toddler. Thank u so much. Food was delicious. Will definitely be going back if we’re in the area.”
- Raja Sulaman
“Our first visit and we are more than just satisfied!! amazing food and taste! we will for sure come again!!! 10/10”
- Tina Cardoza
“Small place which can get busy really soon. The food was good but expensive. The chef was a friendly guy who personally came and met everyone. We ordered the egg hollandase, and English breakfast. Total cost for 2 people was £35.”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Closed
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Popular for breakfast
- Popular for solo dining
- Healthy options
Amenities
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Free of charge street parking
- Outdoor seating
- Delivery
- Takeaway
- Dine-in
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- Family friendly
- Vegan options
- Casual
- On-site services
- Coffee
- Quick bite
- Dining options· 9
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Counter service
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
- Offerings· 3
- Healthy options
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
- Highlights· 2
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Popular for· 1
- Solo dining
- Crowd· 1
- Groups
- Parking· 1
- Parking
- Facilities· 1
- Toilet
- Atmosphere· 3
- Cosy
- Quiet
- Trendy
- Accessibility· 1
- Wheelchair-accessible seating
- Family-friendly· 2
- Good for kids
- High chairs
Location
Restaurants near Tasteology
- Harborne Fish Bar4.52030.6 mi£1–15Vegan optionsVegetarian optionsGood for kids
large cod and chips, crispy golden batter, gluten free fish and chips
- Arco Lounge4.51,5090.7 mi£10–20Vegan optionsVegetarian optionsWheelchair accessible
tapas dishes, vanilla latte, gluten-free menu
- Turel Fish Bar4.52150.9 mi£1–10
chips, fish and chips, curry sauce chips
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TasteologyOutdoor seating · Vegan options · Vegetarian options | 4.8527 | — | £15–30 | homemade merguez sausages, shakshuka, pistachio latte |
| Harborne Fish BarVegan options · Vegetarian options · Good for kids | 4.5203 | 0.6 mi | £1–15 | large cod and chips, crispy golden batter, gluten free fish and chips |
| Arco LoungeVegan options · Vegetarian options · Wheelchair accessible | 4.51,509 | 0.7 mi | £10–20 | tapas dishes, vanilla latte, gluten-free menu |
| Turel Fish Bar | 4.5215 | 0.9 mi | £1–10 | chips, fish and chips, curry sauce chips |
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