Arco Lounge is a breakfast restaurant in Harborne, Birmingham. Rated 4.5 stars from 1468 Google reviews. Known for attentive, memorable staff and all-day breakfast and tapas executed well. Best for breakfast and group celebrations. Price range: £10–20.
Rankings updated May 2026
Arco Lounge
Across 1,464 Google reviews, 90% gave four or five stars.
Quick Verdict
Arco Lounge is a reliably warm, well-executed neighbourhood spot where attentive staff and a varied menu—strong on breakfast, tapas, and dietary accommodation—justify its rank as Harborne's #5 hot-list venue.
You want a relaxed spot with great coffee, tapas, and staff who remember your name and treat you like old friends.
About Arco Lounge
Arco Lounge sits at the heart of Harborne's dining scene as a casual, cosy lounge where regulars and first-timers alike find themselves welcomed by genuinely attentive staff. The menu spans breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner with particular strength in all-day breakfast and small plates—the tapas prawns are flagged repeatedly as a must-try, while the Mexican bowl and roast potato chips inspire return visits. Dietary accommodation is seamless: vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options are handled with care, and staff actively suggest menu tweaks to suit celebrations or preferences. The atmosphere is described as "chilled," "beautifully designed," and "lovely"—busy without feeling rushed, with board games and a full bar (beer, wine, cocktails, great coffee) supporting both quick bites and lingering afternoons. Staff names like Mark, Steven, Ashley, Amy, and Demi recur in reviews as the emotional core: they chat with elderly regulars, make bespoke drinks off-menu for birthdays, and treat group bookings with genuine warmth. The venue caters equally to solo diners nursing a vanilla latte, work teams on regular outings, and family birthday celebrations. Parking is available on nearby streets and in the paid lot opposite HomeBargains.
Arco Lounge is the neighbourhood spot done right — unhurried, unpretentious, with a wine list that gives it an edge over most of its category.
What Stands Out
Attentive, memorable staff
Multiple reviews name individual staff members (Mark, Steven, Ashley, Amy, Demi) and describe them as 'lovely,' 'charismatic,' and treating customers 'like old friends'; one regular notes staff chat with elderly customers and make bespoke drinks for birthdays.
All-day breakfast and tapas executed well
Tapas prawns are 'a must,' the Mexican bowl and roast potato chips inspire return visits, and the all-day breakfast is praised as '10/10' and 'delicious'; gluten-free and vegan breakfast options are specifically commended.
Relaxed, inclusive atmosphere
Described as 'casual,' 'cosy,' 'chilled,' and 'beautifully designed'; the venue is noted as 'family-friendly,' 'LGBTQ+ friendly,' and welcoming to groups, solo diners, and elderly regulars alike.
In Their Own Words
Review highlights surfaced by Google, in the language they were written
“Relaxed place to eat, good food, vegan and vegetarian options and great service.”
“Relaxed atmosphere, tasty and varied menu (strongly recommend the Mexican bowl).”
“Great atmosphere, suitable lighting, reasonably priced and well executed tapas!”Practical Information
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Common Questions
How consistently good is Arco Lounge?
Across 1,464 Google reviews, 90% of visitors gave four or five stars — placing Arco Lounge among Harborne's most reliably rated breakfast restaurants.
Is Arco Lounge family friendly?
Arco Lounge accommodates families — Google visitors note facilities for children, and the casual atmosphere suits all ages.
Frequently Asked Questions about Arco Lounge
Yes. Multiple solo diners praise it as a 'lovely place to go for a quiet coffee' with great coffee and a relaxed atmosphere. Staff are noted for being friendly and having time for a chat, making solo visits feel genuinely welcoming.
Absolutely. The venue is popular for group celebrations and team outings. Staff accommodate dietary requirements seamlessly and treat groups with special care—one reviewer noted staff 'looked after us like old friends' during a large group visit.
The tapas prawns are repeatedly flagged as essential, along with the Mexican bowl and roast potato chips. The all-day breakfast is also highly praised, with gluten-free and vegan options available and well-executed.
Yes. It's marked as family-friendly with kids' menus, high chairs, and good seating. Families celebrate birthdays here regularly, and the relaxed atmosphere suits children well.
A full bar: great coffee, tea, beer, wine, cocktails, and hard liquor. The vanilla latte is specifically praised. Staff will also make bespoke drinks off-menu for special occasions.
Yes. Free street parking is available on nearby streets, and there is paid parking in the lot opposite HomeBargains.
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