25 Essential Birmingham Institutions
From neighborhood classics to high-wire tasting rooms, these are the places shaping the modern dining identity of Birmingham.
Bottega
Alabama
Intimate restaurant offering refined Italian fare & cocktails amid dark woods & outdoor tables.
Trattoria Zaza
Alabama
Popular, petite cafe serving pizzas with creative toppings & other Italian fare in a trendy space.
Texas de Brazil - Birmingham
Alabama
Upscale Brazilian eatery featuring all-you-can-eat grilled meat carved tableside & a salad bar.
SAW’s Juke Joint
Birmingham, Alabama
Self-proclaimed "upscale dive" serving Southern barbecue fare like pulled pork & chicken & waffles.
Surin West
Birmingham, Alabama
Sushi & curry specialist known for its coconut soup & curries in a colorful spot with a full bar.
Urban Cookhouse
Birmingham, Alabama
Counter-service spot offering sandwiches, salads & entrees with a focus on local produce.
Mr. P's Butcher Shop & Deli
Birmingham, Alabama
Service options: Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance, Wheelchair accessible parking lot.
The Filling Station Bham
Birmingham, Alabama
Local eatery with a casual vibe & dog-friendly patio serving pizza, pasta, sandwiches & craft brews.
Giuseppe's Cafe
Birmingham, Alabama
Italian cafe serving lasagna, meatball subs, pizza & other standards in an informal sit-down space.
Paramount - Downtown Birmingham
Birmingham, Alabama
Cocktails & creative pub grub offered in a vintage, industrial-chic setup with video & arcade games.
Eating Time Chinese Food
Birmingham, Alabama
Compact Pan-Asian spot serving Chinese, Thai & Korean specialties in unassuming strip-mall digs.
Falafel Café
Birmingham, Alabama
Informal spot serving a range of eats such vegetarian-friendly Mediterranean salads, wraps & sides.
Rojo
Birmingham, Alabama
Vibrant gathering place serving Latin & American dishes in a quirky, brick-walled space.
Eagle’s Restaurant
Birmingham, Alabama
Compact digs with a no-frills style known for daily soul-food specials such as oxtail & potatoes.
Jack Brown's Beer & Burger Joint Birmingham
Birmingham, Alabama
Bar chain serving creative burgers & a lengthy list of beers in a casual, funky space.
Birmingham Wings & Waffles
Birmingham, Alabama
Service options: Curbside pickup, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Serves local specialty. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility.
Chez Fonfon
Birmingham, Alabama
Classic French bistro outfitted with antique furnishings & a court for playing a game of boules.
Full Moon Bar-B-Que
Birmingham, Alabama
Local chain known for ribs, chicken & BBQ sandwiches, plus sweets such as cakes & cookies.
Bamboo on 2nd
Birmingham, Alabama
Inventive Pan-Asian plates, cocktails & sake offered in a sleek space with rustic-modern decor.
T-Bone's Authentic Philly Style Cheesesteaks And Hoagies
Birmingham, Alabama
Big cheesesteaks & hoagies offered in simple, counter-serve quarters with bright graffiti-style art.
Perry's Steakhouse & Grille
Birmingham, Alabama
Upscale steakhouse & grill serving a menu including chops, seafood, wine & cocktails.
Epice Birmingham
Birmingham, Alabama
Service options: Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Great coffee, Great dessert, Great wine list. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility.
Carrabba's Italian Grill
Birmingham, Alabama
Chain eatery & bar serving a diverse menu of classic Italian fare in a family-friendly setting.
Tacos El Guero
Birmingham, Alabama
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance, Wheelchair accessible parking lot, Wheelchair accessible seating.
Pop's Neighborhood Grill
Birmingham, Alabama
Humble, family-run eatery prepping classic breakfasts, burgers, hot dogs, wings & deli sandwiches.