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The Fox

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Visitors consistently praise The Fox for its friendly staff, great atmosphere, and lively vibe, with many enjoying the outdoor seating area. However, one reviewer noted a complaint about the DJ playing inappropriate music on a Saturday night.

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17 Lower Essex Street, Birmingham

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About this place The Fox

The Fox is an LGBTQ+ pub on Lower Essex Street in Birmingham's Gay Village, near Hurst Street. For years it has been known as one of the friendlier places in the village for queer women, though the crowd is mixed. It's a pub first, with DJ and karaoke nights, and the beer garden is one of the few on this strip. Google reviewers rate it 4.6 from more than 500 reviews and often mention the staff. It's a good place to start the night before moving on to the clubs around Hurst Street. Weekends get busy, and the garden fills first in summer.

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Features

Gay LGBTQ+ Karaoke Dancing Area Outdoor Patio Safe space Mixed LGBTQ+ Dance DJ sets Karaoke bar Pub Outdoor terrace Gay-friendly (straight venue) Live music

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4.6
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534 reviews

Based on 534 Google reviews.

Nikarla Baxter
Nikarla Baxter Aug 2026
★★★★★
Trisha Xuk
Trisha Xuk Jul 2026
★★★★★

Great staff, great vibe, great crowd. I've gone here many times over the years and never really been disappointed. It offers its own unique experience. In comparison to the many venues available in the vicinity. There's a nice open area at the back. As well, which is good when it's a bit warm inside, and sometimes there's a nice act going on out the back. Sometimes the loos can get a bit busy, but if you're kind of relaxed on the details; You'll surely find somewhere to go!

G S
G S Jul 2026
★★★★★
S Hepworth
S Hepworth Jul 2026
★★★★★

Great lively place, karaoke 🎤 time, indoor and outdoor seating good music and great atmosphere 👌

Cara Maloney
Cara Maloney Jul 2026
★★★★★

Lovely fun atmosphere, great staff.

Mark B
Mark B Jul 2026
★★★★★

A lovely bar with a great atmosphere and a great courtyard. Megan makes an amazing espresso martini - some of the best I've had in Birmingham!!

Erika Quinteros
Erika Quinteros Jul 2026
★★★★★

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Last updated on 7 November 2026

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