The Pig & Tail (Temper & Brown) — Jewellery Quarter Gastropub
Victorian charm with a punchy, colourful gastropub vibe — British small plates, rotating craft beer and lively evenings in the Jewellery Quarter.
Housed in a restored Victorian public house on Albion Street, The Pig & Tail (also operating as Temper & Brown) is a colourful, modern gastropub serving British small plates, craft beers and seasonal cocktails in Birmingham’s Jewellery Quarter. Interiors combine stained glass and polished wood with bright leather seating, creating a convivial all-day spot for relaxed lunches, evening drinks and weekend gatherings.
A brief summary to The Pig & Tail
- 12-13 Albion St, Birmingham, B1 3ED, GB
- +441212366676
- Visit website
- Duration: 0.5 to 3 hours
- Mid ranged
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Indoor
- Mobile reception: 4 out of 5
- Tuesday 12 pm-10 pm
- Wednesday 12 pm-10 pm
- Thursday 12 pm-10 pm
- Friday 12 pm-11 pm
- Saturday 12 pm-11 pm
Local tips
- Book in advance for Friday and Saturday evenings; the interior suits small groups and shared plates.
- Check for weekly events (quiz nights or themed evenings) which change the atmosphere and menu emphasis.
- Arrive at midday for a quieter lunch and natural light through the stained-glass windows.
For the on-the-go comforts that matter to you
- Drink Options
- Food Options
- Seating Areas
- Information Boards
- Restrooms
The Pig & Tail location weather suitability
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Any Weather
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Mild Temperatures
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Rain / Wet Weather
Discover more about The Pig & Tail
Building with layers of history
The Pig & Tail occupies a 19th-century pub building that retains vestiges of its Victorian past while sporting a contemporary makeover. Once known historically as the George & Dragon, the structure’s tall windows, original cornices and classic pub proportions give the room a durable, slightly rustic shell that the current fit-out livens with colour and texture.An interior that mixes old and playful
Step inside and the room reads as deliberate contrast: polished wooden floors and a substantial bar sit alongside booths upholstered in bright yellow and aqua tones, turquoise bar stools and splashes of orange seating. Stained glass and high windows let daylight soften the palette by day, while the layered lighting scheme warms the wood and leather after dusk, producing an intimate yet sociable atmosphere.Food and drink philosophy
The kitchen focuses on British-inspired small plates and sharing dishes with an emphasis on seasonal ingredients and craft techniques. The menu blends slow-cooked meats, seafood plates and vegetarian options that lean on bold seasoning and approachable flavours. Drinks emphasise a rotating craft-beer selection and cocktails that use seasonal produce, alongside a curated wine list to suit the small-plate format.Character and crowd
The Pig & Tail balances neighbourhood pub comfort with contemporary gastropub energy. The layout offers a mix of relaxed corners for quieter conversations and communal seating for groups, making it suitable for after-work drinks, date nights or casual meals. Background music and event nights add a livelier thread to the venue’s weekly rhythm.Design details and sensory notes
Details reward a second look: the grain of the wood bar, mismatched-but-harmonious upholstery, and brass fittings that catch the light. Smells shift from citrus and fresh herbs in the kitchen to malt and hops at the bar; textures range from smooth leather to cool glass. The overall effect is playful and slightly theatrical without feeling contrived.Local role and sustainability hints
Operating in the Jewellery Quarter, the pub sits among historic streets and small creative businesses; its food and drink choices reflect a preference for local suppliers and seasonal menus. The venue functions as part of the area’s evening economy while still keeping a neighbourhood-friendly tone during daytime hours.Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
Chamberlain Clock
0.3 km
An elegant Edwardian clock tower at the heart of Birmingham’s Jewellery Quarter, built in 1903 as a memorial to Joseph Chamberlain and recently restored to its former glory.
The Jewellery Quarter Birmingham
0.4 km
Birmingham's glittering historic heart where Victorian workshops craft timeless jewels amid cobblestone charm and creative revival.
The Best of Birmingham Trail
0.8 km
Explore Birmingham’s rich heritage through 20 iconic sites on this free, immersive city centre trail blending history, art, and urban renewal.
Chamberlain Memorial
0.9 km
A striking neo-Gothic monument in Birmingham’s Chamberlain Square honoring Joseph Chamberlain’s legacy of public service and city transformation.
Gem Buildings
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Historic Gem Buildings on Key Hill showcase Birmingham's rich jewelry industry heritage and early 20th-century industrial architecture.
The River
1.0 km
Iconic bronze fountain sculpture in Birmingham’s Victoria Square, blending art, poetry, and urban life since 1994.
Historic England
1.1 km
Uncover Birmingham's rich history and heritage at Historic England, a cornerstone of cultural preservation and education in the heart of the city.
Workers Memorial
1.2 km
A solemn landmark in Birmingham honoring workers lost to workplace tragedy and inspiring the fight for safer labor conditions.
Bullring & Grand Central
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Explore Birmingham's Bullring & Grand Central: a shopping and dining paradise that blends modern architecture with an unforgettable experience.
Perrott's Folly
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National Trust - Birmingham Back to Backs
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Experience Birmingham's rich history at the iconic Back to Backs, a unique museum showcasing 19th-century urban life through preserved homes.
Edgbaston Waterworks Tower
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Discover Birmingham’s Victorian Waterworks Tower, a striking industrial landmark and rumored inspiration for Tolkien’s legendary Two Towers.
St. Martin's
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Explore St. Martin's Church, a serene Anglican landmark in Birmingham, where architectural beauty and rich history await every visitor.
The Selfridges Building
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Edgbaston Village
1.7 km
Discover the picturesque Edgbaston Village in Birmingham—where history meets modern charm in a vibrant community setting.
Unmissable attractions to see
Pen Museum
0.2 km
Discover where 75% of the world's pen nibs were made in a beautifully restored Victorian factory.
Newhall Hill
0.3 km
Discover Newhall Hill’s scenic views and historic charm in Birmingham’s vibrant Soho & Jewellery Quarter district.
Jewellery Quarter
0.3 km
Discover Birmingham’s Jewellery Quarter, a historic and creative hub where centuries-old craftsmanship meets vibrant culture and modern design.
New hall Hill - Historical Signature!
0.3 km
Explore the historical charm of New Hall Hill in Birmingham, a captivating tourist attraction rich in heritage and local culture.
Lock 1, Farmers Bridge Locks
0.4 km
Historic flight of 13 canal locks showcasing Birmingham’s industrial heritage and vibrant urban waterways.
Lock 3, Farmers Bridge Locks
0.5 km
Discover the historic Lock 3 within Birmingham’s iconic Farmers Bridge Locks, a captivating canal engineering marvel in the city centre.
The Jewellery Quarter
0.5 km
Birmingham’s historic Jewellery Quarter: a vibrant hub of craftsmanship, culture, and creativity since the 18th century.
St Paul's Square
0.5 km
Birmingham’s last Georgian square, blending historic elegance with vibrant modern culture in the heart of the Jewellery Quarter.
The Coffin Works
0.6 km
A Victorian coffin factory preserved as a time-capsule museum, revealing the craftsmanship behind royal funerals and industrial Birmingham.
St. Paul's Church
0.6 km
Explore St. Paul's Church, a Georgian architectural gem and historic spiritual heart of Birmingham’s Jewellery Quarter.
Springhill Interchange Birmingham
0.6 km
Explore Springhill Interchange, a vibrant hub in Birmingham, where culture, history, and modern urban life converge for an unforgettable experience.
LEGOLAND Discovery Centre & LEGO Store Birmingham
0.6 km
An indoor LEGO playground in Birmingham with rides, Miniland, 4D cinema, and endless building fun for children aged 3–10 and their families.
National SEA LIFE Centre Birmingham
0.7 km
Discover the UK's only 360° Ocean Tunnel and meet over 2,000 marine creatures including the nation's first rescued sea otters in Birmingham’s vibrant aquarium.
The Secret Garden
0.7 km
Discover a peaceful rooftop oasis with stunning city views atop Birmingham’s iconic Library of Birmingham.
Museum of the Jewellery Quarter
0.7 km
Explore a time capsule jewellery workshop and discover Birmingham’s rich 200-year heritage of craftsmanship in the heart of the Jewellery Quarter.
Essential places to dine
The Button Factory
0.2 km
A stylish blend of industrial heritage and modern dining, The Button Factory offers vibrant food, drinks, and rooftop vibes in Birmingham’s Jewellery Quarter.
Cappadocia Restaurant
0.3 km
Authentic Turkish flavors and warm hospitality await you in Birmingham’s Cappadocia Restaurant on Frederick Street.
24 Carat Bistro
0.4 km
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The Wilderness
0.4 km
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Lasan Indian Restaurant & Cocktail Bar
0.4 km
Experience Birmingham’s premier fine dining Indian restaurant blending authentic flavors with modern culinary artistry in the stylish Jewellery Quarter.
Kopitiam
0.5 km
Discover authentic Malaysian street food and warm family hospitality in Birmingham’s vibrant Jewellery Quarter at Kopitiam.
Pasta Di Piazza
0.5 km
Authentic Italian dining with generous portions and warm service in Birmingham’s historic Jewellery Quarter.
Restaurant Folium
0.5 km
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The Rolling Mill
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Opheem
0.5 km
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Decorum Restaurant Birmingham
0.6 km
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Locanta italian restaurant
0.6 km
Authentic Italian dining in a historic Victorian setting with fresh seafood, handmade pasta, fine wines, and live music in Birmingham’s city centre.
Cucina Rustica
0.7 km
Experience authentic Italian flavors crafted with passion in Birmingham’s historic Jewellery Quarter at Cucina Rustica.
Somewhere in Brum
0.7 km
A vibrant bar and brunch spot in Birmingham’s Jewellery Quarter, blending diverse cuisine with a lively social atmosphere.
Bank Restaurant Bar & Grill
0.7 km
Sophisticated grill classics and fresh seafood in a stylish Brindleyplace setting with scenic canal terraces and vibrant atmosphere.
Markets, malls and hidden boutiques
Fine Jewellery Collections & Bespoke Design Service
0.2 km
Discover bespoke brilliance in Birmingham's Jewellery Quarter, where custom gems and fine collections craft heirlooms with personal stories etched in gold.
SACET
0.4 km
Ethical elegance awaits at SACET, Birmingham's sustainable jewellery gem in the heart of the Jewellery Quarter—where timeless craft meets modern conscience.
Top Jewellery UK
0.4 km
Discover bespoke brilliance in Birmingham's Jewellery Quarter at Top Jewellery, where family expertise crafts diamonds, gold, and silver into timeless treasures.
Quarter Jewellery
0.4 km
Independent jeweller on Warstone Lane offering commissions, valuations and attentive, workshop‑minded service in the heart of Birmingham’s Jewellery Quarter.
Artfull Expression
0.4 km
Discover independent jewelry artistry in Birmingham's Jewellery Quarter at Artfull Expression, where unique handcrafted designs blend historic craft with modern flair.
Adamas Antique Jewellery
0.4 km
A boutique Jewellery Quarter shop offering curated antique and estate jewels with specialist appraisal and bespoke care.
Design Centre
0.4 km
Family-crafted diamonds and luxury watches in Birmingham's historic Jewellery Quarter since 1977—timeless elegance for life's milestones.
Arnett Creations - Unique Quality Jewellery
0.4 km
Discover bespoke Sterling Silver and hallmarked gold jewellery in Birmingham's Jewellery Quarter, where expert craftsmanship meets personalized service at Arnett Creations.
A&N Jewellery
0.4 km
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Buff Jewellery
0.5 km
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Ivy and Rose Gift Shop
0.5 km
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Gingermegs Vintage
0.7 km
Discover timeless style and impeccable vintage finds at Gingermegs Vintage, Birmingham’s boutique for authentic retro fashion and antiques.
Harvey Nichols
1.1 km
Discover luxury fashion, beauty, and gourmet delights at Harvey Nichols Birmingham, a premier designer department store in The Mailbox.
Community Gift Shop
1.2 km
Discover unique products and support diverse entrepreneurs at Birmingham’s Black Pounds Project Community Gift Shop in the historic Great Western Arcade.
Designer Exchange
1.2 km
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Essential bars & hidden hideouts
The Pig & Tail
0.0 km
Victorian charm with a punchy, colourful gastropub vibe — British small plates, rotating craft beer and lively evenings in the Jewellery Quarter.
Lucky7
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1000 Trades
0.2 km
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The Red Lion
0.3 km
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The Rose Villa Tavern
0.3 km
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Malt House
0.6 km
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The Jewellers Arms
0.6 km
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40 St Paul's
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Actress & Bishop
0.6 km
Two floors, live music every night and a split personality — cosy downstairs, sweaty upstairs — in the Jewellery Quarter.
The Distillery
0.7 km
Birmingham's canal-side gin distillery pub: rotisserie feasts, wood-fired pizzas, house gins, and terrace vibes from brunch to late-night drinks.
All Bar One Brindleyplace
0.7 km
Stylish canal-side wine bar and cocktail lounge in Birmingham’s vibrant Westside, perfect for bottomless brunches and lively evenings.
The Alchemist Brindleyplace
0.7 km
Experience Birmingham’s theatrical cocktail bar and restaurant at Brindleyplace, where molecular mixology meets creative cuisine above the canal.
Slug & Lettuce - Birmingham
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Lively cocktail bar and restaurant at Brindley Place offering vibrant drinks, tasty bites, and late-night fun in Birmingham’s city centre.
Pitcher & Piano Birmingham
0.7 km
A stylish canal-side bar in Brindley Place, Birmingham, perfect for all-day dining, cocktails, and vibrant social experiences.
Nightclubs & after hour spots
PAVO Birmingham
0.3 km
Vibrant African fusion lounge and nightclub in Birmingham's Jewellery Quarter, where bold flavors meet electrifying beats until 4am on weekends.
Reflex - Birmingham
0.7 km
Spin into 80s-00s nostalgia at Reflex Birmingham: revolving dance floor, karaoke booths, neon vibes, and epic sing-alongs on Broad Street's party strip.
Dreams Night club and Shisha
0.8 km
Birmingham's Jewellery Quarter gem fusing aromatic shisha clouds with thumping club beats until 5am—pure late-night energy on Barr Street.
Tunnel Club Birmingham
0.8 km
Dive under Birmingham's arches into Tunnel Club's seven-room warehouse wonderland, where house, techno, and hip-hop fuel all-night dances amid pounding bass and vivid lights.
Popworld - Birmingham
0.8 km
Broad Street's ultimate pop party hub: 90s-00s hits, neon dance floors, cocktails, and celebration packages until 3am.
Rosies - Birmingham
0.9 km
Birmingham's ultimate super club: five themed rooms, killer cocktails, and non-stop beats on Broad Street for epic nights out.
DIAMOND SPARKLEZ
1.0 km
Ignite your night in Birmingham's diamond district at this glittering nightclub, where top DJs, stunning lights, and electric crowds create pure nightlife magic.
Snobs
1.1 km
Birmingham's 40-year indie-retro nightclub legend: cheap drinks, themed dance floors, and non-stop beats on Broad Street.
What do you mean
1.1 km
Dive into Birmingham’s vibrant nightlife at What Do You Mean, a premier nightclub known for electrifying music, creative cocktails, and an unforgettable party vibe.
King of clubs
1.3 km
Compact late‑night Birmingham club for high‑energy R&B, hip‑hop and DJ nights, pulsing into the small hours with neon, bass and bar-driven parties.
Bambu Nightclub
1.6 km
Experience Birmingham’s chic nightlife hotspot with stylish vibes, eclectic music, and late-night dancing at Bambu Nightclub.
101 Night Club
1.6 km
Unleash your nightlife spirit at 101 Night Club, Birmingham's vibrant center for music, dancing, and unforgettable experiences.
Sobar
1.6 km
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Mango Night Club
1.7 km
A high‑energy Bristol Street nightclub serving Afrobeats, hip‑hop and R&B for late‑night dancers and party crowds in central Birmingham.
Nightingale Club
1.8 km
Birmingham's legendary LGBTQIA+ superclub: three floors of pulsating beats, go-go glamour, and five decades of unapologetic queer joy in the Gay Village.
For the vibe & atmosphere seeker
- Lively
- Relaxing
- Unique
For the design and aesthetic lover
- Colorful Aesthetics
- Vintage Styles
- Modern Designs
For the architecture buff
- Historic
- Landmarks
- Heritage Neighborhoods
For the view chaser and sunset hunter
- Iconic Views
- Sunset Spots
For the social media creator & influencer
- Instagrammable
- Photo Spots
- Aesthetic Corners
For the eco-conscious traveler
- Public-Transport Accessible
- Locally Managed
For the kind of experience you’re after
- Cultural Heritage
- Photowalk
- Weekend Getaway
- Day Trip
For how adventurous you want the journey to be
- Easy Access
Location Audience
- Family Friendly
- Teen Friendly
- Solo Friendly
- Couple Friendly
- Vegetarian Friendly
- Vegan Friendly