DINING
American
Edgar's Old Style Bakery
3439 Colonnade Parkway • Birmingham, AL 35243
Cahaba Heights
205-987-0790
This restaurant serves imaginative renditions of old favorites for breakfast and lunch in a cheerful, casual atmosphere. more... mapFive Guys Burgers and Fries
585 Brookwood Village • Birmingham, AL 35209
205-414-8459
Five Guys offers diners 100% all beef burgers cooked to order, fresh-cut potatoes, and an unlimited variety of toppings. more... mapFox Valley
6745 Highway 17 • Maylene, AL 35114
205-664-8341
Fox Valley offers gourmet entrees without fancy surroundings; the emphasis is on the food. Wine Spectator Magazine's gave them the Award of Excellence. more... mapJ. Clyde, The
1312 Cobb Lane • Birmingham, AL 35205
205-939-1312
The J. Clyde is a hot rock tavern and alehouse offering metropolitan cocktails, a distinguished wine list and over 200 beers from around the world. They menu consists of Southern fare with a European flair with vegetarian items available. more... mapNiki's West Steak & Seafood Restaurant
233 Finley Avenue West • Birmingham, AL 35204
205-252-5751
A good ole' meat and three restaurant opened since 1957, Niki's also offers a full menu of fresh seafood and steaks for dinner. more... map
Asian
Surin West
1918 Eleventh Avenue South • Birmingham, AL 35205-2604
205-324-1928
Enjoy authentic, fresh Thai cuisine in a casual atmosphere. Surin's offers a full vegetarian menu and a fabulous wine selection. more... map
Bar-B-Que
Jim & Nicks 11th Avenue Grill Smokehouse
1908 11th Avenue South • Birmingham, AL 35205
Southside
205-320-1060
This casual restaurant offers a varied menu which includes steaks, seafood and their speciality—bar-b-que. Their Heath Bar Pie is a house favorite. more... map
Cafes
Garage Cafe
2304 Tenth Terrace South • Birmingham, AL 35205
205-322-3220
During the day, the Garage Cafe provides outdoor seating surrounded by yard art, antiques, and sculptures which are for sell. At night, locals love to come and hang out to listen to live music. more... map
Chinese
P.F. Chang's
233 Summit Boulevard • Birmingham, AL 35243
205-967-0040
The P.F. Chang's experience is a unique combination of Chinese cuisine, attentive service, wine, and tempting desserts all served in a stylish, high-energy bistro. more...
Contemporary
26
1210 20th Street South • Birmingham, AL 35205
Five Points South Near Downtown
205-913-0726
26 (Twenty-Six) is located next door to Ocean. Both Twenty Six and Ocean are locally owned and operated by George Reis. Twenty-Six has an industrial chic décor and the buzz of bistro dining. Twenty-Six offers a contemporary and eclectic mix of Asian, cutting edge comfort food and seafood in a contemporary urban chic atmosphere. A bar topped with twinkling lights spans the depth of the Twenty-Six restaurant. Garage doors with a view open up Twenty-Six to 20th Street South, inviting passersby inside. Guests arrive at their leisure for lunch, mid-afternoon, dinner, or a late night bite at this happening hot spot. more...Hot and Hot Fish Club
2180 Eleventh Court South • Birmingham, AL 35205
205-933-5474
This vibrant up-scale restaurant is home to the creative new American cuisine of Chef Chris Hastings. Named one of the South's top neighborhood restaurants by Bon Appetit, Hot and Hot Fish Club's nightly menu focuses on seasonality and the best regional produce, from the sea as well as steaks, pasta and chicken. Dinner is offered Tuesday through Saturday. Reservations are recommended. more... map
Cuban & Latino
Rojo
2921 Highland Avenue South • Birmingham, AL 35205
205-328-4733
Rojo is a casual neighborhood restaurant featuring both Latin and American cuisine. It is the perfect place to unwind with friends for lunch, dinner, or late night drinks. Rojo also serves a delicious weekend brunch Saturdays and Sundays from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. more... map
Delis & Sandwich Shops
McAlister's Gourmet Deli
5406 Highway 280, Suite E-101 • Birmingham, AL 35242
205-408-7799
This restaurant features an expansive menu that includes Muffalettas and Southwest specialties such as nacho appetizers and tortilla soup, and hoagies and corned beef sandwiches from the Northeast. more... map
Diners
Johnny Rockets
331 Summit Boulevard • Birmingham, AL 35243
205-298-0700
Step back into the 50's at Johnny Rockets featuring checkered floors and a juke box selector at every table. Their hamburger comes with all the 50's fixin's. more... map
Eclectic
Veranda on Highland, The
2220 Highland Avenue South • Birmingham, AL 35205
205-939-5551
Uncork a fine time at the Veranda Restaurant, Birmingham's finest wining and dining spot. A vast selection of fine wines and champagnes. Private party and event Rooms. A unique variety of gourmet Southern cuisine. more... map
Fusion
Brannons: A Public House
1931 Third Avenue North • Birmingham, AL 35203
205-326-8820
Currently only open for lunch, Brannon's offers a truly unique dining experience in downtown Birmingham. Menu can be described as a gourmet sandwich and salad twist to traditional Irish, English & Scottish recipes. more... map
German
Klingler's European Bakery & Cafe
621 Montgomery Highway • Birmingham, AL 35216
Vestavia Hills
205-823-4560
Klingler's is the city's only restaurant serving an exclusive menu of authentic German pastries, breads and meat specialties. more... map
Greek
Taziki's Greek Fare
3439 Colonnade Parkway • Birmingham, AL 35233
The Shops of Colnnade
205-968-6622
This Greek restaurant offers casual dining in a cheerful atmosphere. Taziki's is open Monday through Saturday for lunch and dinner and take-out is available. more... map
Indian
Kabob & Curry Restaurant
220 Green Springs Avenue • Birmingham, AL 35205
South
205-322-7242
Fine Indian fare is served in a casual atmosphere. Guests may order from the menu or choose the buffet. map
Italian
Johnny Carino's
4330 Creekside Avenue • Hoover, AL 35244
Located in Patton Creek Shopping Center
205-560-0505
Johnny Carino’s Italian is a casual, full service Italian concept with an innovative menu inspired from Southern Italian country recipes. Johnny Carino's offers deluxe delivery, full service catering and curbside pickup in addition to dining in. Open seven days a week with a 3-6 p.m. Happy Hour Monday-Friday with half priced appetizers and pizzas. more... mapPetruccelli's Italian Eatery
10 Meadow View Drive • Birmingham, AL 35242
205-991-7455
This popular Italian restaurant offers all the classics for the whole family. more... map
Japanese
Kobe Japanese Steakhouse
3501 Grandview Parkway • Birmingham, AL 35243
205-298-0200
This friendly, upscale-casual restaurant features authentic Japanese cuisine. more... map
Mediterranean
Bottega
2240 Highland Avenue • Birmingham, AL 35205-2922
Sourth
205-939-1000
Biotega serves contemporary Mediterranean cuisine created by award-winning chef and owner Frank Stitt. It is located in a beautiful Italianate mansion. The menu, which changes daily, offers such items as veal, seafood, and steaks. more... mapCosta's Mediterranean Cafe
3443 Lorna Road • Birmingham, AL 35216
205-978-1603
The Costa family has been known for providing excellent food and quality service in the Eastern area for 16 years. They are taking this one step further with the introduction of Costa's Mediterranean Cafe. It is a venue where only the freshest herbs and spices and the finest cuts of meats and fish are used daily in the kitchen, under the watchful eye and guidance of Mrs. Maria Costa. more...
Mexican & Southwestern
La Paz Restaurant
99 Euclid Avenue • Birmingham, AL 35213
205-879-2286
The incredible Mexican cuisine at La Paz features seafood, fajitas, burritos, and enchiladas. The casual, rustic setting captures the spirit of Mexico. more... mapSol y Luna
2811 7th Avenue South • Birmingham, AL 35233
Lakeview District
205-322-1186
Enjoy casual sophistication featuring Authentic Mexican and Southwestern cuisine. Sol y Luna has a tequila and tapas bar. mapSuperior Grill
4701 Highway 280 • Birmingham, AL 35242
205-991-5112
Superior Grill is Birmingham's premier Tex-Mex restaurant featuring Mesquite grilled specialties. This favorite singles night spot features local live entertainment Friday and Saturday. Fresh tortillas are made daily. more... map
Pizza
Chuck E. Cheese's
500 Old Town Rd. • Birmingham, AL 35216
205-979-3420
Chuck E. Cheese's offers games, rides, prizes, food, and entertainment that children of all ages will love. The entire family will enjoy their freshly baked pizzas and garden fresh salad bar. Visit for everyday fun or they can host special occasions. This is truly "where a kid can be a kid." more... mapCosmo's Pizza
2012 Magnolia Avenue • Birmingham, AL 35205
Pickwick Place
205-930-9979
Cosmo's gave the city its first taste of gourmet pizza toppings such as artichoke hearts and pesto sauce. The house special includes rich goat cheese and fennel sausage over a pesto-based sauce and whole wheat crust. more... mapRocky's Pizza
715 Richard Arrington Jr. Boulevard South • Birmingham, AL 75203
Southside
205-252-8282
Rocky's Pizza is a family owned establishment offering great pizza, pasta, subs, muffalettas, desserts and more. They offer a complete catering menu. more... map
Specialty Foods
Fish Market Restaurant
612 South Twenty First Street • Birmingham, AL 35233
205-322-3330
A specialty foods market, the Fish Market Restaurant offers a nice selection of cured olives and spices, imported Greek foods, marinated items, locally grown vegetables, live seafood including shrimp, blue crabs, rainbow trout and tilapia, homemade sauces, breads, herbs, wines, and fresh fish. more... mapGolden Temple Natural Grocery & Cafe
1901 Eleventh Avenue South • Birmingham, AL 35205
205-933-6333
The city's first vegetarian/vegan restaurant. Enjoy dining in their casual atmosphere. Low fat and low salt dishes are available. Also visit the attached health food store. more... map
Sports Bars & Pubs
O.T.'s Neighborhood Sports Grill
720 South 29th Street • Birmingham, AL 35233
205-323-6727
O.T.'s is open Monday through Saturday from 11:00 a.m. to midnight. They feature a made to order menu and daily homemade vegetable lunch specials. more... map
Seafood
Bright Star Restaurant, The (circa 1907)
304 Nineteenth Street North • Bessemer, AL 35020-4925
205-426-1861
The Bright Star Restaurant has an atmosphere and decor of the early 1900's. It is known especially for steaks, seafood, and Italian cuisine. more... mapOcean
1218 20th Street South • Birmingham, AL 35205
Five Points South Near Downtown
205-933-0999
Ocean is locally owned and operated by George Reis. Ocean offers fresh seafood in an exciting and contemporary atmosphere. The menu changes nightly and features fresh oysters and fish from around the world. Ocean's ambience is candle lit, white tablecloth with soft aquatic tones dominating. The focal point at Ocean is the exposed kitchen with flames rising beyond the bar. This AAA Four Diamond restaurant has been awarded Wine Spectator's Award of Excellence for six consecutive years: 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008 and 2009, as well as the AAA Diamond Award for 2007, 2008 and 2009. more...
Southern
Green Acres
1705 Fourth Avenue North • Birmingham, AL 35203
205-251-3875
Green Acres serves fabulous fried chicken wings, livers, and gizzards. Other popular offerings include fried green tomatoes, fried okra, and catfish. more... mapHighlands Bar & Grill
2011 11th Avenue South • Birmingham, AL 35205
205-939-1400
Located on the southside of Birmingham, Highlands Bar & Grill offers a daily changing menu filled with classic French selections that are prepared using foods of the region, including fresh Gulf seafood, locally grown organic produce and sustainably-raised poultry, beef, veal, lamb and game. Menu items are created by James Beard Award winner Chef Frank Stitt. more... mapJohn's City Diner
112 Twenty-First Street North • Birmingham, AL 35203
205-322-6014
A downtown landmark, John's is old-fashioned fine dining specializing in seafood and Greek-style vegetables. Try John's famous Slaw and Dressing. Lounge and private rooms are available. more... mapOriginal Whistlestop Cafe a.k.a. Irondale Cafe
1906 1st Avenue North • Irondale, AL 35210
Located 6 Miles East
205-956-5258
Even after having received many accolades from such publications as Southern Living and USA Today, being featured in the hit movie Fried Green Tomatoes, and 75 years, the Irondale Cafe has retained its down home country cookin'. more... mapTed's Old Hickory Restaurant
328 12th Street South • Birmingham, AL 35233
205-324-2911
The family owned and operated Ted's Old Hickory Restaurant is a "meat & three" dining establishment serving eight entrees and 15 vegetables daily. more... map
Steaks & Chops
Ruth's Chris Steak House
2300 Woodcrest Place • Birmingham, AL 35209-1304
Riverchase Galleria
205-879-9995
This restaurant serves serious steaks and features fine dining. It is located inside the Embassy Suites Hotel. map
Thai
Thai Emerald Restaurant
5408 Highway 280 South • Birmingham, AL 35242
205-995-5775
Sushi, soups, salads, vegetarian entrees and specialties, all authentically prepared, are just some of the selections available at the Thai Emerald Restaurant. Catering services for all occasions is available. more... map
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