the cafe part of the Ikon gallery is great. The art installations are very modern. if you love modern art, the 1-3 installations are great. if you prefer other art... you might not enjoy it. It is free to enter though. that was great. More

Wow, it was really rubbish, the building was probably really nice before the planners came in and put all of that steel and glass in. What a pile of rubbish. A fine old building ruined by modern tack. Boring just like Birmingham. More

I love the Ikon. They have some amazing arty events all round the year along with the running installations in the two galleries. Most of the events are free. I've been to quite a few events and they are all brilliantly organized. The people working at the Ikon are extremely friendly. Ikon is located right in the center of Bimingham... More

We have been several times to the cafe for lunch or pre concert meal. There is a lot of choice, mostly tapas and the wine is moderately priced. The exhibitions are usually interesting, often three different installations, one in a tower. The stewards usually are willing to discuss the art, pointing out aspects you might have missed. I don't always... More

Been here twice and both times it's been great, quite small and modern, but always interesting More

A small, modern, well presented gallery. A busy little cafe, shop with various books, postcards etc. There was two exhibits when we went there. One video installation and the other paint on canvas. Enjoyable and interesting. Its worth checking what exhibitions are on I think before making a huge effort to travel there. But definately worth a vist if your... More

This little gallery in Brindley Place is well worth a visit! The building is attractive and beautifully situated. The exhibitions are unusual, well displayed and always interesting. Staff are helpful, knowledgeable and yet unobtrusive. The shop has a good "arty" range of cards, books and other items. The restaurant serves excellent, good value food in pleasant surroundings. The Tapas is... More