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Address: 11 Bennetts Hill, Birmingham B2 5RS, United Kingdom
Dirty burgers done right on Bennetts Hill
Fat Hippo Birmingham, on Bennetts Hill in the heart of the city centre, is a burger specialist with a cult following — a short walk from New Street Station and the Bullring. The focus is simple: properly indulgent, well-built burgers in a relaxed, friendly setting, with a menu that also looks after vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free diners and a great-value kids’ option.
What to order
The signature beef burgers and boneless buttermilk chicken patties are the stars. Try the Higson — beef, Swiss cheese, mushrooms, Cajun onion strings and truffle mayo, with a free side — or the Poppa, with American cheese, chorizo, an onion ring and Fat Hippo sauce. The Little Caesar swaps in buttermilk chicken tenders with creamy Caesar, bacon and Parmesan, while the Born Slippy piles a double patty with braised pork rib meat, jalapeños and hot honey for the seriously hungry.
Who it’s for
This is a go-to for a casual lunch, a relaxed dinner with friends or a family meal — generous portions, fair prices and a friendly welcome make it easy. With vegan and gluten-free choices, there’s something for most diets.
The Space
Fat Hippo keeps things compact and informal on Bennetts Hill, a snug city-centre room with the low-lit, easy-going feel of a proper burger joint. The fit-out is simple and well judged — a place built for tucking into a messy burger rather than lingering over the décor.
Because it’s small, it fills quickly and picks up a friendly, elbow-to-elbow buzz, especially in the evenings.
Questions and answers
What kind of food does Fat Hippo serve? Indulgent beef and buttermilk chicken burgers, with vegan and gluten-free options.
What should I order? The Higson with truffle mayo, the Poppa with chorizo, or the loaded Born Slippy.
Are there options for special diets? Yes — vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free options, plus a kids’ menu.
What’s the atmosphere like? Relaxed and friendly, with a focus on quality burgers and generous portions.
Do I need to book? Walk-ins work fine for weekday lunches, but the room is compact and fills quickly — book ahead for evenings and weekends.
Opening hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 11:30–21:30 |
| Tuesday | 11:30–21:30 |
| Wednesday | 11:30–21:30 |
| Thursday | 11:30–21:30 |
| Friday | 11:30–22:00 |
| Saturday | 11:30–22:00 |
| Sunday | 11:30–21:30 |
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Visitor reviews
Reviews last updated: 2026-06-30 21:03:38
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Tasty food and wonderful service! We ordered during Hippo Hour, so we got a burger, fries, 2 chicken strips and a soft drink for £20 each!! I think that's a wonderful price, especially for Birmingham, completely exceeded…
Looking for a quick bite, because we were very hungry and knew we'd like a burger. Ordered 2 burgers and 2 sides for under £40, we were very impressed that every burger came with a free side! The only downside: we ordere…
Popped in here for dinner, didn't book a table, and they managed to squeeze me in. The service was wonderful, everyone was very pleasant. The food was wonderful, among them some of the best burgers with fries I've ever h…
We had a wonderful early dinner at Fat Hippo. The food was very tasty, and our waitress Maya was so sweet. An incredible experience. Recommend!
People talk about my local burger joint as if it's something amazing, but I've found yet another burger place that could teach those hefty guys a lesson or two. I ordered the Born Slippy, frickles and onion rings, my goo…