Birmingham restaurants closed due to rising costs

Several Birmingham restaurants and bars have closed in 2025, impacting the city's hospitality scene. Closures include Tapas Revolution, Kilo Ziro, Roadhouse Diner, Bistrot Pierre, Bodega Cantina, Morrisons Cafe, Chai Ra, Wingers Taproom, and Ask Italian. Reasons for the closures vary, including rising costs, personal reasons, and the cost of living crisis. Some closures, like Kilo Ziro, were due to positive reasons, while others, such as Bodega Cantina, cited economic pressures. The closures reflect challenges faced by Birmingham's food and drink businesses. Some spaces have already been reoccupied, while others remain vacant, and the future of some establishments is uncertain.