# The Brass Balance, Birkenhead — Reviews & Opening Hours > Rated 3.9/5 from 1,868 Google reviews. Casual, modestly appointed British Wetherspoon pub with breakfast & draft beer, plus outdoor dining. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/wirral/restaurants/the-brass-balance (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Pub # The Brass Balance Birkenhead, Wirral [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=18250017378570447929&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [The Brass Balance](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/116839221284035645507) **In short:** The Brass Balance is a pub in Wirral, rated 3.9 out of 5 from 1,868 Google reviews, with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Details checked 5 September 2026 · source: Google Places Casual, modestly appointed British Wetherspoon pub with breakfast & draft beer, plus outdoor dining. Summary via Google ## About The Brass Balance The Brass Balance is a Wetherspoon pub on Argyle Street offering breakfast and a wide selection of beers and ales. It has outdoor seating and is suitable for groups. The food hygiene rating is 5 out of 5. Prices are competitive. Some visitors have reported that food can be overcooked and service occasionally slow. ## Menu & facilities For the current menu and prices, see [The Brass Balance's own website](https://www.jdwetherspoon.com/pubs/all-pubs/england/merseyside/the-brass-balance-birkenhead?utm_source=google&utm_medium=maps&utm_campaign=gmb). ## Opening hours **Monday** 8:00 AM – 12:00 AM **Tuesday** 8:00 AM – 12:00 AM **Wednesday** 8:00 AM – 12:00 AM **Thursday** 8:00 AM – 12:00 AM **Friday** 8:00 AM – 1:00 AM **Saturday** 8:00 AM – 1:00 AM **Sunday** 8:00 AM – 12:00 AM ## What's nearby - Kanokphon Thai Massage Studio next door - Rowlands Pharmacy Chanins next door - Argyle News next door - Spider Project 150m away - Birkenhead County Court 150m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google People say this pub offers a wide selection of beers and ales, and the prices are unbeatable. Other reviews mention the food can be overcooked and the service can be slow. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Guest rating** 3.9 / 5 (1,868 reviews) **Dogs allowed** No **Good for groups** Yes **Food hygiene rating** 5 out of 5 – Very good **Destination** Wirral Food hygiene rating from the [Food Standards Agency](https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/1244695). [More restaurants in Wirral](https://staycation.co.uk/wirral/restaurants) ★ 3.9 (1,868 reviews) Typical price range (Google) £10 – £20 [Visit official website](https://www.jdwetherspoon.com/pubs/all-pubs/england/merseyside/the-brass-balance-birkenhead?utm_source=google&utm_medium=maps&utm_campaign=gmb) [0151 650 8950](tel:01516508950) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Wirral **Plus Code** 9C5R9XRJ+XR ### 🏨 Places to stay near Wirral Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. 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