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Best Restaurants in Birmingham

Birmingham's food scene is as diverse and welcoming as the city itself, with eateries spanning classic Southern comfort food, award-winning seafood, international flavors, and beloved local food trucks. Red Roof® has rounded up a selection of standout restaurants in Birmingham, AL, to help you find the perfect spot for every meal during your stay.

Whether you are looking for a quick and casual bite or a sit-down dinner at one of the city's most celebrated restaurants, the eateries featured here cover a range of appetites and occasions. From longtime local institutions and barbecue favorites to seafood, international flavors, and casual eats, Birmingham offers plenty of options for every appetite.

Plan your stay at redroof.com and come hungry.

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Birmingham's Standout Dining Spots

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Niki's West

A Birmingham institution since 1957, Niki's West is a cafeteria-style buffet offering rotating Southern mains including fried chicken, tilapia, and hamburger steak alongside classic sides like collard greens and fried okra. A generous dessert table and refreshing beverages round out the experience, making it one of the most beloved and historic eateries in Birmingham for lovers of home-cooked Southern food.

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Trattoria Zaza

Located in downtown Birmingham, Trattoria Zaza serves Roman-style rectangular pizzas topped with ingredients including cheese, bacon, and prosciutto, alongside pasta, salads, and sweets. The weekend brunch is a local favourite, combining classic brunch items with Italian ingredients in a combination that draws large crowds each week.

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Automatic Seafood and Oysters

Opened in 2019 in Birmingham's Lakeview district, Automatic Seafood and Oysters is an award-winning restaurant combining a coastal setting with a nod to Americana. The menu features grilled oysters, fish and chips, yeast rolls, and marinated crab claws, with fish primarily sourced from the Gulf of Mexico and oysters from the Southern and Eastern coastlines.

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Rojo

Rojo is a casual Latina and American restaurant offering a welcoming atmosphere and a well-loved patio for dining, brunch, and cocktails. The menu features quesadillas, burritos, burgers, and more, making it a relaxed and versatile option among restaurants in Birmingham, AL, for an easy wind-down after a busy day.

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Saw's BBQ

With six locations and a food truck across Birmingham, Saw's BBQ serves some of Alabama's most celebrated barbecue. Hearty plates, sandwiches, and family meals are the foundation of the menu, with standout items including pork and greens, pulled pork, collards, and onion rings. Taking home a bottle of their legendary sauce is a must.

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Wasabi Juan's

Wasabi Juan's is a funky, casual spot combining sushi and Mexican street food in a way that is entirely its own. Home of the South's sushi burrito, the menu wraps tuna, shrimp, and other classics in soy wrap or nori roll. Local craft beers from the neighbouring brewery are available to enjoy on the patio.

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Eugene's Hot Chicken

Eugene's Hot Chicken is a popular Birmingham food truck serving Nashville-style chicken across the city's top spots. The menu features spicy battered chicken fingers, wings, fresh fries, and flavorful slaw. Follow their social media accounts to find out where the truck will be parked next.

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The Red Cat Coffee House

The Red Cat Coffee House is a welcoming community spot offering freshly roasted, in-house coffee alongside sandwiches, breakfast bowls, pastries, and sides. The relaxed, comfortable ambiance makes it an easy choice for a morning coffee or a casual lunch, and the motto "Coffee For Everyone" captures its warm, Southern hospitality perfectly.

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Real and Rosemary

With three locations in Birmingham, Real and Rosemary is a quaint and health-focused restaurant designed to feel like an extension of home. The menu features family recipes made with fresh ingredients free from preservatives, food dyes, and MSG, with highlights including grazing boards, summer salads, and sandwiches.

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Bendy's Cookies and Cream

A food truck serving classic, homemade ice cream with a modern twist, Bendy's Cookies and Cream offers a range of flavors, including cookies and cream, strawberry buttermilk, and peach cobbler. Freshly baked cookies are available to create an ice cream sandwich. Follow their social media for updated locations and schedules.

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Jack Brown's Beer and Burger Joint

Founded by two best friends with a passion for craft beer and great burgers, Jack Brown's serves burgers made from 100% American wagyu beef sourced from a family-owned business in Boise, alongside a constantly rotating selection of craft beers. The menu is straightforward and satisfying, making it a reliable casual dining choice among restaurants in Birmingham, AL.

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Tasty Town

Located in downtown Birmingham, Tasty Town Restaurant and Lounge offers casual Greek-inspired fare, including fresh seafood, soft pita bread, and traditional dips. The lively bar serves custom cocktails, non-alcoholic creations, beer, and wine, all available on the patio or in the lounge.

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Makarios Kabobs and Grill

Makarios Kabobs and Grill brings the flavors of the Mediterranean to Birmingham with a menu of shawarmas, kabobs, and sandwiches in a casual and welcoming environment. Take-out and online ordering options are available for visitors on the go.

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Avondale Common House

A friendly neighborhood bar and grill in the heart of Avondale, Avondale Common House serves Southern bar fare with an eclectic twist. Menu highlights include the hot honey bacon burger, loaded wedge salad, and maple bacon brussels sprouts, all made with locally sourced produce. Regular live music performances make it one of the most lively eateries in Birmingham for an evening out.

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The Fish Market

Whether dining in or taking out, The Fish Market offers an expanded seafood menu featuring shrimp and grits, crab cakes, jambalaya, and more. The relaxed indoor and outdoor patio setting pairs well with a cold cocktail or non-alcoholic beverage.

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Ovenbird

Located in Birmingham's Market District at Pepper Place, Ovenbird is a rustic-chic restaurant with a seasonally driven menu inspired by global flavors. Standout dishes include deviled eggs, hanger steak, and roasted chicken, alongside a craft cocktail menu and an extensive beer and wine list.

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Urban Cookhouse

A family-owned fast-casual restaurant, Urban Cookhouse offers sandwiches, greens, wraps, and healthy breakfast options for the whole family. The "Take It To The House" dinner option provides a pre-cooked meal for four, and the restaurant sources its ingredients from neighbouring farms.

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T-Bone's Authentic Philly Style Cheesesteaks and Hoagies

Decorated with bold graffiti-style artwork, T-Bone's is a lively and welcoming eatery in Birmingham serving cheesesteaks, hoagies, sandwiches, burgers, salads, and sides. Dine-in, takeout, and online ordering options are all available.

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The Battery

A scratch-kitchen restaurant and cocktail bar offering something for everyone, The Battery features burgers, salads, appetizers, and desserts all made from high-quality ingredients. It is a versatile and dependable eatery in Birmingham for lunch or dinner.

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Nawlins Style Po'boys

What began as a food truck has grown into a brick-and-mortar Birmingham restaurant serving authentic Cajun and Creole cuisine. The menu features catfish, po'boys, burgers, and cheesesteaks packed with the bold flavors and spices of Louisiana cooking.