A huge sports bar and outdoor social space is opening at a Birmingham food hall - here’s what to expect

Alfred Works has won a legion of fans since it opened in the Custard Factory in Digbeth in Birmingham with 15 independent kitchens offering food from around the world - alongside a large courtyard, social gaming zones and family friendly and event areas.

Now the popular street food concept has announced that it is opening a sports bar and new outdoor social space with capacity for 300 guests on Floodgate Street.

The new area, opening in May, is set to bring together alfresco dining, live sports, street food, a children’s play area, and flexible event spaces in the heart of Digbeth.

All about Alfresco Sports Bar

At the centre of the latest concept from Alfred Works is an indoor sports bar built for watching live sport and socialising.

With large format screens it’s all set to host a lively atmosphere and is set to become a vibrant new destination to enjoy everything from big games to relaxed catchups.

Outdoor cinema and table tennis at Alfresco

Alongside the sports bar, guests can enjoy table tennis and an outdoor cinema, creating a varied indoor-outdoor entertainment experience.

Fried chicken and outdoor BBQ street food at Alfresco

A permanent fried chicken kitchen, housed in a container unit, will operate year-round to provide a consistent food and drink option, whatever the weather.

Extending from the sports bar, there is a large outdoor area that will bring a vibrant space to Digbeth, designed for food, music and socialising.

This space will include three outdoor kitchen units, with a focus on BBQ-style dining, communal seating areas, a DJ booth for events and live sets and flexible activity spaces for all.

Children’s play area at Alfresco

Fun for the whole family, Alfresco will have a dedicated children’s play area, located at the far end of the site.

Taking centre stage, a ship-themed climbing area, complete with interactive and sensory elements, will provide a safe space for play and exploration.

The children’s area and surrounding seating will remain open year-round, even when the outdoor kitchens are closed, ensuring the venue remains inclusive and family-friendly in all seasons.

Will Afresco be open all year round?

The outdoor area at Alfresco at Alfred Works will be shaded by a large canopy structure along the edges, providing shelter from the rain and shade from the sun.

While the outdoor kitchens and event programming will be seasonal, the space itself will remain accessible year-round.

Bringing everything together, the new spaces add to what people already love about Alfred Works, great food, independent kitchens and a relaxed, social atmosphere.

With the addition of Alfresco, there’s now even more to enjoy, from live sport and street food to outdoor events and family-friendly spaces.

Whether you’re stopping by for a quick bite, meeting friends for drinks or making a day of it with the kids, it’s all designed to make Alfred Works a go-to spot in Birmingham.