Review of Bodega Cantina, Sutton Coldfield

My family had been looking forward to going to Bodega Cantina in Sutton Coldfield for a while so when the opportunity came up to review the refreshed menu, we jumped at the chance. I had heard good things about the eatery from a number of people and had been with some friends a while ago and enjoyed the food and atmosphere. As I was about to have a baby, I thought that it was either now or in several months and decided to head over one Saturday evening together with my husband and 6 year old daughter.

We got there slightly early and had a drink at the bar. There was an extensive menu of alcoholic and non-alcoholic cocktails and beers. As we waited for our table, the bar area was hotting up as people arrived before heading out for the evening into Sutton Coldfield. The atmosphere was relaxed and good natured and the décor mirrored the South American menu that was on offer.

Out table was spacious and the feel of the room was uncluttered. As well as those who had come to eat out, we could see how people might just pop in for a bite to eat as they were heading out, or, indeed, heading home afterwards. The food menu was, again extensive, and there were a number of dishes that we fancied. We shared a plate of very tasty nachos (and the toppings were not skimped on!) to start. For mains, I opted for chicken burrito and my husband had several smaller ‘tapas-style’ plates, all of which were very tasty. Little Lady chose the kids tortilla, which was a good size for her. Dessert had to be the classic churros with toffee sauce, which went down very well.

All in all, the food was tasty, the atmosphere relaxed, the manager was friendly and made us feel welcome and we left feeling satisfied. Bodega Bar and Cantina in Sutton Coldfield is an eatery which is good for people eating out with family or friends or those who just wish to sit at the bar and have a drink and maybe a small dish to accompany it. Either way, just don’t go expecting to leave on anything but a full stomach!

Bodega Cantina

26 Birmingham Road

Sutton Coldfield

0121 355 5157

http://www.bodegacantina.co.uk/locations/sutton-coldfield/

Our meal cost around £50 for a family of three.

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