San Paolo

Authentic Italian food that brims over with its intrinsic rustic fresh appeal is not always easy to come by, but a quick trip to Birmingham's famed Jewellery Quarter could lead you to San Paolo, a trattoria that serves exactly what you have been fantasising about. The friendly and informal atmosphere that surrounds this restaurant is very convivial and you can drop by for a relaxed meal or even a celebratory dinner.

At San Paolo, they use locally grown vegetables and the bread and pasta are freshly prepared on the premises. The gamberoni, butter fried king prawns in garlic, white wine, chilli, lemon and parsley make tempting starters, while lasagne, layers of pasta with a meaty Bolognese and béchamel sauce, baked with parmesan and mozzarella is a firm favourite among the main courses. Desserts include Zabaione, delicate custard with coffee, eggs and Marsala wine.