The Woodlands Bar & Grill
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About The Woodlands Bar & Grill
On Woodlands St in Smethwick, The Woodlands Bar & Grill serves Indian food alongside a pool table and bar area, giving visitors somewhere to watch a game or shoot a few frames before or after eating. The kitchen turns out biriyanis and curries, with butter chicken and Punjabi lamb curry among the offerings, and a mixed grill that's often ordered with masala chips. Vege grill and large grill options are also available. Bar staff serve drinks from behind the bar alongside the food menu. The entrance sits down the side of the building rather than at the front, so the space doesn't look like a typical restaurant from outside. A step-free entrance suits visitors with mobility needs, and high chairs are available for families with young children. The restaurant opens daily, and reservations are recommended.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- ParkingFree parking lot · Free street parking · Paid parking lot
- AccessibilityWheelchair: entrance, parking lot, restroom, seating
- Good for kidsGood for kids · High chairs · Kids' menu
- DietaryVegetarian options
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention mixed grill, garlic naan, butter chicken and lamb curry.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention mixed grill, garlic naan, butter chicken and lamb curry.
Customer Review Summary
The mixed grill draws the most consistent praise, with reviewers repeatedly calling out the mixed grill with masala chips and describing quantities generous enough that one diner's teenage son couldn't finish his plate. Close behind, the curries earn steady mentions, from the Punjabi lamb curry and lamb palak to the butter chicken singled out as outstanding, alongside sides like garlic naan, onion rings, and chilli chips. Several also mention the paneer tikka and vege grill as solid options for non-meat eaters. The bar staff and a lollipop chicken given as a complimentary extra come up more than once, with the service consistently described as friendly and accommodating. One reviewer noted the curry was a little oily, though the taste still held up for them. Multiple diners mention the pool tables and the unassuming exterior, with several saying they hadn't noticed the place despite living nearby, and more than one reviewer says they returned the very next day to try more dishes.
Customer Review Summary
The mixed grill draws the most consistent praise, with reviewers repeatedly calling out the mixed grill with masala chips and describing quantities generous enough that one diner's teenage son couldn't finish his plate. Close behind, the curries earn steady mentions, from the Punjabi lamb curry and lamb palak to the butter chicken singled out as outstanding, alongside sides like garlic naan, onion rings, and chilli chips. Several also mention the paneer tikka and vege grill as solid options for non-meat eaters. The bar staff and a lollipop chicken given as a complimentary extra come up more than once, with the service consistently described as friendly and accommodating. One reviewer noted the curry was a little oily, though the taste still held up for them. Multiple diners mention the pool tables and the unassuming exterior, with several saying they hadn't noticed the place despite living nearby, and more than one reviewer says they returned the very next day to try more dishes.
Featured reviews
- Google user
“As a guest for a kids 1st bday was a nice size room plenty of space for all food was nice only draw back was 1 abit dark lighting wasn't that good and 2 no AC other than that good things going for it”
- Google user
“It was a bit quiet when we arrived (early afternoon), but staff were really friendly and the food was delicious (onion rings, lamb palak, rice, garlic naan and my son had a chicken dish) and plentiful. Even my teenage son couldn't eat it all. I would highly recommend.”
- Google user
“Lovely staff in the pub. Food was of high quality and good value too. Would visit again.”
- Google user
“Lovely spot that isn’t too busy and is abit of a hidden gem, food is amazing and always lovely, owner is great too and always happy to help, nice spot to go with to watch a game and eat or to chill. Has Pool tables and some other activities to do as well.”
- Google user
“Me and my partner tried the Woodlands bar and grill last night. The food was well above other bar and grills we've had, in regards to taste, texture and quantity. Members of staff are very friendly and welcoming, very clean environment to eat. Will be returning with friends”
Highlights
“Biriyanis, curries & other classic Indian dishes presented in a mellow venue with a pool table.”
- Live music
- Sports
- Popular for lunch
- Popular for dinner
- Popular for solo dining
- Small plates
Amenities
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Accepts reservations
- Delivery
- Takeout
- Dine-in
- Family-friendly
Show more amenities
- Vegetarian options
- Bar onsite
- Casual
- Beer
- Coffee
- Late-night food
- Offerings· 5
- Alcohol
- Hard liquor
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Wine
- Crowd· 1
- Groups
- Family-friendly· 3
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
- Dining options· 5
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
- Highlights· 2
- Live music
- Sports
- Popular for· 1
- Solo dining
- Facilities· 1
- Restroom
- Accessibility· 3
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
- Parking· 4
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Paid parking lot
- Usually plenty of parking
Location
Indian Restaurants near The Woodlands Bar & Grill
- Amritsari Tarka4.06610.6 mi
amritsari aloo kulcha, parathas, tandoor-grilled naan
- Qavali Restaurant & Cocktail Bar4.73,1142 mi£30–80
baklava for birthdays, butter chicken, afternoon tea
- Bhaizans Grill4.17772.3 mi
bengali fish and chips, masala fries, cash only
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Woodlands Bar & Grill | 4.7142 | — | £10–20 | mixed grill, garlic naan, butter chicken |
| Amritsari Tarka | 4.0661 | 0.6 mi | — | amritsari aloo kulcha, parathas, tandoor-grilled naan |
| Qavali Restaurant & Cocktail Bar | 4.73,114 | 2 mi | £30–80 | baklava for birthdays, butter chicken, afternoon tea |
| Bhaizans Grill | 4.1777 | 2.3 mi | — | bengali fish and chips, masala fries, cash only |
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