
Pesto, Sutton Coldfield
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Quick info
About Pesto, Sutton Coldfield
Pesto is an Italian restaurant on Hollyfield Rd S in Sutton Coldfield, set in a former pub that now holds several dining areas and a bar, with parquet flooring and an open fire. The menu centres on small plates, so tables order several dishes to share, and peposo and linguine al cartoccio are among them. Three set menus run alongside the main menu for guests who would rather choose individual dishes. Wine is poured by the bottle or the glass. The main menu also lists ribs and Alfredo con spinaci.
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Menu & Prices
105 dishes · mains £4–4- Selezione Di Pane Italiano£3.75
- Pane All'aglio£3.50
- Pane Al Formaggio£3.95
- Olive Miste£3.75
- Negroni Royale
- Ginger Brew
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention small plates, fixed price menus, good value pricing and wide Italian menu.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention small plates, fixed price menus, good value pricing and wide Italian menu.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers most often praise the breadth of the menu, with small plates that let tables sample several dishes, plus fixed price menus alongside a main menu that one diner calls comprehensive. Value for money comes up repeatedly, and the service is described as friendly and attentive, with one family noting all their food arrived together at a birthday meal. The atmosphere is called warm, relaxed and cosy, and one reviewer mentions a decent wine choice by bottle or glass. Those same small portions draw complaints from a few, and two find the dishes quite salty, one suspecting heavy MSG. The harshest account describes the ribs and peposo as tasting like they had sat for days, the Alfredo con spinaci as tasteless, and the linguine al cartoccio as smelling bad enough to send back. One reviewer reports a staff member repeatedly commenting on her family's accent, which left her young daughter asking if they speak strangely. Another says the room was too dark to read the menu.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers most often praise the breadth of the menu, with small plates that let tables sample several dishes, plus fixed price menus alongside a main menu that one diner calls comprehensive. Value for money comes up repeatedly, and the service is described as friendly and attentive, with one family noting all their food arrived together at a birthday meal. The atmosphere is called warm, relaxed and cosy, and one reviewer mentions a decent wine choice by bottle or glass. Those same small portions draw complaints from a few, and two find the dishes quite salty, one suspecting heavy MSG. The harshest account describes the ribs and peposo as tasting like they had sat for days, the Alfredo con spinaci as tasteless, and the linguine al cartoccio as smelling bad enough to send back. One reviewer reports a staff member repeatedly commenting on her family's accent, which left her young daughter asking if they speak strangely. Another says the room was too dark to read the menu.
Featured reviews
- Google user
“Pleasant clean interior with several different areas for dining or bar. Very comprehensive Italian menu choices from three fixed price menus to individual choices from a main menu. Good value, enjoyable food and friendly service. Decent wine choice by bottle or glass. Would certainly visit again.”
- Google user
“I wish I could give Pesto 7-stars. We had a amazing experience there. From the warm welcome to getting our meals, we were well looked after. Being my first time in the area, I was unsure of what to expect, but it exceeded mu expectation. Great menu, fairly priced with options for everyone. Top notch service from Kiera. Definitely worth a visit.”
- Google user
“We visited Pesto yesterday and were absolutely delighted with the whole experience. From the moment we arrived, everyone was incredibly friendly and welcoming. The service was attentive, efficient and genuinely warm, making us feel very comfortable throughout our visit. The restaurant has a lovely, cosy atmosphere, and every dish we ordered was fresh and absolutely delicious. What impressed us even more was the outstanding value for money. The quality of the food, the excellent service and the welcoming atmosphere were exceptional, especially considering the very reasonable prices. We left genuinely impressed and will definitely be coming back. Pesto has become one of our favourite restaurants, and we look forward to visiting again very soon. Highly recommended!”
- Google user
“They definitely nailed the British brief here: fantastic ambiance, but the food seems designed for people who think black pepper is too spicy. First of all, the portions are tiny. When we complained about having to mix mismatched dishes, the waitress seriously suggested ordering the exact same dish three times. We ordered the ribs, Alfredo con spinaci, peposo, and linguine al cartoccio. As a meat lover, the ribs and peposo tasted like they had been sitting around for days. The Alfredo was completely tasteless, and the linguine smelled so bad we sent it right back. If you only care about a nice room and nice wallpaper, you’ll love it. If you actually want edible food, do not waste your time."”
- Google user
“We genuinely enjoyed the food and the atmosphere at Pesto Sutton Coldfield, which is why I'm disappointed to be writing this review. During our visit, my husband, our three-year-old daughter and I were speaking Persian together. A member of staff, who was also Iranian, approached us and asked if we were Iranian. After we said yes, he told us twice that he could tell from our accent. I understand that he may not have intended to be unkind, but the comment left me feeling self-conscious. What saddened me most was my three-year-old daughter asking me afterwards, "Mummy, do we speak strangely?" She speaks English with a British accent because she attends nursery here, while my husband and I speak English as a second language. I don't believe there is anything wrong with having an accent. Everyone has one, including the member of staff. However, repeatedly pointing ours out made us feel uncomfortable and had an unexpected impact on our daughter. I hope this feedback is taken constructively. Pesto is a lovely restaurant, and I simply hope all customers, regardless of where they come from or how they speak, are made to feel equally welcome and respected.”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Good to know
“This former pub now serves Italian food amid elegant decor with parquet-flooring and an open fire.”
- AccessibilityWheelchair: entrance, parking lot, restroom, seating
Amenities
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
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- Accessibility· 3
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Location
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- 2.2 mi
lamb chops, pork belly, warm chocolate cake
- Portobello Restaurant4.67536.7 mi away
fillet steak, tiramisu, gluten free menu
- Cucina Rustica4.61,6766.8 mi away
tiramisu, lasagne, tris di paste
| Place | Rating | Distance | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pesto, Sutton Coldfield | 4.51,952 | — | small plates, fixed price menus, good value pricing |
| Romantica Italian Restaurant | 4.7985 | 2.2 mi | lamb chops, pork belly, warm chocolate cake |
| Portobello Restaurant | 4.6753 | 6.7 mi away | fillet steak, tiramisu, gluten free menu |
| Cucina Rustica | 4.61,676 | 6.8 mi away | tiramisu, lasagne, tris di paste |
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