Review : Metro at 73 Cornwall Street

I have a habit of heading out for Monday lunches. So this first review is about Metro, a small chic cul de sac [oh aren't I posh] tucked behind colmore row, with its ahem, row of solicitors, bankers and accountants. During lunchtime, its tables are crowded with suits; lunchtime entertainment being the whole restaurant, including me, instinctively reaching for their blackberries with one random ring. I ordered the crispy duck salad, that came in a huge portion, and smelt gorgeous. Loads of sesame seeds, and the duck crackled without any excess grease, covered in a light, flavoursome coating of ginger, sesame oil and hoisin.

It satisfied me, so no coffee or dessert was needed. It actually felt like a healthy lunch in a relaxed atmostphere, surounded by people busy booking in billable entertainment hours. The fact that I was in a part of town with people who were very unlikely to rob me, is always good. Birmingham has its mingy side, but if you keep a look out, it has some gems. Nothing relaxes one more than blending in a sea of suits.

Next Review : Opus



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