# The Malt Shovel, Birmingham — Reviews & Opening Hours > The Malt Shovel — Pub in Birmingham with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Rated 4.1/5 from 2,433 Google reviews. Opening hours, location and directions. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/birmingham/restaurants/the-malt-shovel (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Pub # The Malt Shovel Great Barr, Birmingham [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=4268758673479103037&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [The Malt Shovel](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/109152928345236769854) **In short:** The Malt Shovel is a pub in Birmingham, rated 4.1 out of 5 from 2,433 Google reviews, with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Details checked 7 October 2026 · source: Google Places ## About The Malt Shovel The Malt Shovel Inn is a carvery on Newton Road in Great Barr. The kitchen produces fresh roasted meats and vegetables, with regulars noting the paprika and oregano potatoes and stone-baked pizzas. Staff are reported as friendly and attentive. Discounts are available through the app. The pub takes bookings and caters well to children and groups. Food hygiene rating: 5 out of 5. ## Menu & facilities For the current menu and prices, see [The Malt Shovel's own website](https://www.stonehouserestaurants.co.uk/nationalsearch/eastandwestmidlands/themaltshovelgreatbarr?utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=gmb-homepage). ## Opening hours **Monday** 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM **Tuesday** 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM **Wednesday** 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM **Thursday** 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM **Friday** 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM **Saturday** 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM **Sunday** 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM ## What's nearby - Marty's Convenience next door - Special Spices next door - Bowstoke Road Post Office next door - Panjabi Rasoi/The Great Barr Cafe next door - The Great Barr Hotel Birmingham 200m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google People say this carvery offers ample, fresh, and well-cooked meat and vegetables, including delicious paprika and oregano potatoes, along with tasty stone-baked pizzas. They also highlight the friendly, attentive staff and great value for money, especially with app discounts. Some reviews mention the service can be disorganized. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Guest rating** 4.1 / 5 (2,433 reviews) **Dogs allowed** No **Good for children** Yes **Good for groups** Yes **Booking required** Yes **Food hygiene rating** 5 out of 5 – Very good **Destination** Birmingham Food hygiene rating from the [Food Standards Agency](https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/136447). [More restaurants in Birmingham](https://staycation.co.uk/birmingham/restaurants) ★ 4.1 (2,433 reviews) Typical price range (Google) £10 – £20 [Visit official website](https://www.stonehouserestaurants.co.uk/nationalsearch/eastandwestmidlands/themaltshovelgreatbarr?utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=gmb-homepage) [0121 357 1148](tel:01213571148) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Birmingham **Plus Code** 9C4WG2VV+7M ### 🏨 Places to stay near Birmingham Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. [Check availability →](https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101762279-15734754?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.en-gb.html%3Fss%3DBirmingham%252C%2BUnited%2BKingdom) Affiliate link [Hotels →](https://staycation.co.uk/birmingham/hotels) [Camping →](https://staycation.co.uk/birmingham/camping) ## Quick answers ### What are the opening hours of The Malt Shovel? The Malt Shovel is open Mon–Thu 9am–10pm; Fri–Sat 9am–11pm; Sun 9am–10pm (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go). ### Is The Malt Shovel any good? The Malt Shovel is rated 4.1 out of 5 from 2,433 Google reviews. Its official food hygiene rating is 5 out of 5. ### Is The Malt Shovel dog-friendly? No, Google lists The Malt Shovel as not allowing dogs. ### Is The Malt Shovel good for children? Yes, The Malt Shovel is listed as good for children. ### Can you book a table at The Malt Shovel? Yes, The Malt Shovel takes reservations. ### How do I contact The Malt Shovel? 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