2180 11th Court South

Birmingham

2009-06-16T20:27:11Z

Fine Dining, Seafood, Southern

hot-and-hot-fish-club-birmingham

Hot and Hot Fish Club

(205) 933-5474

$$$$

2009-07-08T04:12:12Z

http://www.hotandhotfishclub.com/

35205

3278 Cahaba Heights Rd

Cahaba Heights

2009-06-16T20:57:25Z

Barbecue, Southern

Specialities include BBQ, banana pudding, and deviled eggs.

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Miss Myra's Pit Bar-B-Q

(205) 967-6004

2009-07-08T04:09:08Z

35243

180 Main St

Hoover

2009-06-16T22:08:59Z

Cajun/Creole, Seafood

heads-n-tails-hoover

Heads 'N Tails

(205) 444-5433

2009-07-08T04:12:12Z

35244

16 Perimeter Park S

Birmingham

2009-06-16T22:31:24Z

Asian, Sushi, Thai

The lunch specials are under $10 and are generally very good; the coconut soup here is fantasic!!

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Surin 280

(205) 968-8161

2009-07-08T04:12:12Z

http://www.surinofthailand.com/280/index.htm

35243

2760 John Hawkins Pkwy #108

Birmingham

2009-06-16T22:49:00Z

Japanese, Steakhouse, Sushi

Excellent sushi; also serves Hibachi style Japanese food that is cooked in front of a group of 8 to 10 patrons.  Hibachi meals include a choice of steak, seafood, or chicken along with vegetables and fried rice.

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Yuki Japanese Restaurant

(205) 402-9888

$$$

2009-07-08T04:12:12Z

35244

430 Green Springs Hwy

Homewood

2009-06-17T23:19:18Z

Vietnamese

Great Vietnamese food; the pho here is fantastic (see picture of menu for the varieties of pho served here) Hours <ul> <li>Sun - Thurs 11 AM to 3 PM for lunch and 5 PM to 9 PM for dinner</li> <li>Friday and Saturday 11 AM to 3 PM for lunch and 5 PM to 10 PM for dinner</li> </ul>

pho-que-huong-homewood

Pho Que Huong

(205) 942-5400

2009-07-08T04:12:12Z

35209

29 Lake Davidson Ln

Helena

2009-06-17T23:39:04Z

Burgers, Sandwiches

The Depot serves great burgers & fries, grilled chicken sandwiches, hotdogs, salads and more.

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The Depot Deli and Grill

(205) 620-1426

2009-07-08T04:12:12Z

35080

1594 Montgomery Hwy

Hoover

2009-06-18T00:12:22Z

Italian, Pizza

Fantastic New York Style pizza

salvatores-pizza-and-pasta-hoover

Salvatore's Pizza and Pasta

(205) 823-7206

2009-07-08T04:12:12Z

http://www.salvatorespizzeria.com/

35216

180 West Main Street

Hoover

2009-06-18T00:47:50Z

Bakery, Breakfast/Brunch, Desserts/Ice Cream

Pastries, bread, cakes, cookies etc... full service bakery!  Also serves quiche and has a lunch menu that includes sandwiches.  The strawberry cake here is wonderful.

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Edgar's Bakery

(205) 987-0790

2009-07-08T04:12:12Z

http://www.edgarsbakery.com/patton.html

295 Alabaster Blvd

Alabaster

2009-06-18T01:54:55Z

Barbecue, Desserts/Ice Cream, Southern

Lunch and sandwiches are generally under $10; the combination platters are around $10 to $15.  In addition to BBQ, vegetables and sandwiches, they also serve several different kinds of pie.  Also note that their french fries are very very good!

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Jim 'N Nicks Bar-B-Q

(205) 605-0170

2009-07-08T04:12:12Z

http://www.jimnnicks.com/

35007

721 Broadway St

Homewood

2009-06-18T02:07:54Z

Fine Dining, Italian

Excellent Italian food.  Osso Buco special was very good. Call ahead for reservations... Gian Marco's is usually booked on the weekends and for special occasions

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Gian Marco's

(205) 871-9622

$$$

2009-07-08T04:12:12Z

35209

2011 11th Avenue South

Birmingham

2009-06-18T02:22:23Z

Fine Dining, Organic, Southern

Highlands Bar & Grill serves locally grown produce in a southern/french fusion style that is both delicious and interesting! Chef/Owner Frank Stitt is a nationally recognized chef that has helped put Birmingham on the culinary map.

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Highlands Bar and Grill

(205) 939-1400

$$$$

2009-07-08T04:12:12Z

http://www.highlandsbarandgrill.com/

35205

6745 Highway 17

Helena

2009-06-18T02:49:30Z

Fine Dining, Seafood, Soups

Don't let the outside of this place fool you... Fox Valley is a treat hidden away between Helena and Maylene.  The soups here are creamy and delicious, and if you happen to be there on a night when they are serving their Strawberry Shortcake, that alone is worth the trip!!  If you like oysters, order one of the appetizers or entrees that is topped with the fried apalachicola oysters... (the fried eggplant pirogue is an excellent choice).

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Fox Valley

(205) 664-8341

$$$

2010-01-22T23:04:06Z

35114

4704 Cahaba River Rd # E

Birmingham

2009-06-18T03:16:58Z

Meat and Three, Southern

Great spot for a meat and three lunch!

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Magnolia Cafe

(205) 969-4855

2009-07-08T04:12:12Z

35243

4704 Cahaba River Rd # J1

Birmingham

2009-06-18T03:40:37Z

Sandwiches

Specializes in hot sandwiches with a "firehouse" theme.  Subs generally come "fully involved" meaning loaded down with lettuce, onion, tomato, along with standard condiments.  The Hook & Ladder is a classic turkey and ham sandwich that is delightful.

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Firehouse Subs

(205) 967-3114

2009-07-08T04:12:12Z

http://www.firehousesubs.com/

35243

920 Inverness Corners

Hoover

2009-06-18T03:56:21Z

Italian, Pizza, Sandwiches

This is not New York style pizza.  It is not Chicago style pizza.  But man is it good pizza.  The cost is probably closer to $8 to $12 per person to enjoy a meal here.

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Mellow Mushroom

(205) 981-9914

2009-07-08T04:12:12Z

http://www.mellowmushroom.com

35242

2520 Rocky Ridge Rd

Vestavia Hills

2009-06-18T04:13:45Z

Italian

The rolls at Leonardo's are one of the best features of this restaurant; they come hot and soaking in a pool of butter! The veal parmigiana here is also very good.  This place is a little pricey for what you get, but it does have a nice atmosphere with good food. Watch out for a $3 extra plate charge if you share a dish!

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Leonardo's Italian Dining

(205) 979-6996

$$$

2009-07-08T04:09:08Z

35243

2220 Highland Avenue South

Birmingham

2009-06-18T04:34:19Z

Fine Dining, Modern American, Organic

Veranda on Highland is a great place to eat. The filet dish (Pepper Crusted Certified Hereford Filet Mignon with Roasted Garlic and Buttermilk Mashed Yukon Gold Potatoes, Caramelized Onions, Roasted Crimini Mushrooms and Natural Jus) is one of the best "red meat" dishes in Birmingham.  Also, don't be afraid of the turtle soup if available!

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Veranda on Highland

(205) 939-5551

$$$$

2009-07-08T04:12:12Z

http://www.verandaonhighland.com/

35205

2080 Valleydale Road

Birmingham

2009-06-18T04:45:57Z

Bar and Grill, Sandwiches, Seafood

The fried crab claws are great, but note they are "market price" or you may be surprised!

ragtime-cafe-birmingham

Ragtime Cafe

(205) 988-5323

2009-07-08T04:12:12Z

http://www.ragtimecafe.com/

35244

1427 14th Avenue, South

Birmingham

2009-06-18T05:00:06Z

Barbecue

Well known for their ribs, Dreamland is a BBQ landmark here in Alabama.  As with most barbeque places in Birmingham, don't forget to sample Dreamland's banana pudding for dessert!   Hours of Operation: Monday-Thursday 10:00 am - 10:00 pm  Friday & Saturday 10:00 am - 11:00 pm Sunday 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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Dreamland

(205) 933-2133

2009-07-08T04:12:12Z

http://www.dreamlandbbq.com/

35205

236 Summit Blvd.

Birmingham

2009-06-19T18:59:24Z

American, Asian, Italian

The Cheesecake Factory serves much more than just cheesecake! Walk through the front doors and you know you're in for something special! With French limestone floors and decorative columns, hand-painted fabrics, contemporary lighting and an abundance of cherry wood, the lavish decor is just the beginning… The Cheesecake Factory is a unique, upscale casual dining restaurant offering more than 200 menu selections including Appetizers, Pizza, Pasta, Seafood, Steaks, Salads, Sandwiches, and more. Our menu also features specialty dishes like Chicken Madeira, Miso Salmon, Cajun Jambalaya Pasta, and The Factory Burger. But save room for dessert! Try one of our 50 delicious cheesecakes and desserts such as our White Chocolate Raspberry Truffle® Cheesecake or our new Godiva Chocolate Cheesecake with a cappuccino or espresso. Enjoy our high-energy atmosphere seven days a week, serving Appetizers, Lunch, Dinner, Late Night Dining, a Full Bar, and Sunday Brunch. We also offer our entire menu for Take Out. Now <a href="https://twitter.com/CheesecakeBham">Birmingham Cheesecake Factory is on Twitter</a>! Follow us for the latest promos, eats and dish of the day!

the-cheesecake-factory-birmingham

The Cheesecake Factory

(205) 262-1800

$$$

2009-07-08T04:12:12Z

http://www.thecheesecakefactory.com

35242

790 Montgomery Highway

Vestavia Hills

2009-06-20T13:55:52Z

Cuban, Sandwiches

Authentic pressed cuban sandwiches here in Birmingham!!  While owner Ildefonso Ramirez ran this sandwich shop in Atlanta it was listed in <a href="http://gardenandgun.com/article/100-southern-foods">100 Southern Foods You Must Absolutely Try Before You Die</a> in Garden & Gun magazine.... now he's opened up shop in Vestavia Hills!! Open 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Saturday

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Kool Korner Sandwiches

(205) 822-4406

2009-07-08T04:09:09Z

35216

1830 29th Ave S

Birmingham

2009-07-14T04:00:52Z

Fine Dining, Japanese, Sushi

Excellent sushi; for an interesting and wonderful appetizer try the kadoma tuna!  Also... the service here is generally very good!

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Jinsei

(205) 802-1440

$$$

2009-07-14T04:00:52Z

35209

3236 Cahaba Heights Rd

Cahaba Heights

2009-07-16T03:26:30Z

Greek, Mediterranean, Sandwiches

The stuffed squash is only available on Monday and Tuesday.  Daily fish specials ($12 to $20). Fantastic baklava (don't try to decide between the pistachio and the walnut... just get BOTH!!) Caterting: Gyros, kabaobs, shrimp & fish, salads, kafta, chicken, lamb, falafels. Hours of Operation: Monday through Saturday:  Lunch 11 am - 2:30 pm, Dinner 5 pm - 9 pm

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The Olive Branch

(205) 967-4600

2009-07-16T03:26:30Z

35243

1010 Oxmoor Rd

Homewood

2009-08-15T19:25:14Z

Italian, Pizza

New York Pizza offers several different pizzas all centered about New York themes (like "Statue of Liberty" with Pepperoni, Mushrooms, Onions, Green Peppers & Italian Sausage, or "Greewich Village" with Tomatoes, Onions, Green Peppers, Black Olives, Green Olives & Banana Peppers on Whole Wheat Dough);  the name, however should not be confused with New York style pizza...  the pizza here is good, but if you are wanting New York style pizza head over to <a target="_self" href="http://bhamcentral.com/restaurants/salvatores-pizza-and-pasta-hoover">Salvatore's</a>.

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New York Pizza

(205) 871-4000

2009-08-15T19:25:14Z

http://www.thenewyorkpizza.com/

35209

1944 Hoover Ct

Hoover

2009-08-15T19:43:52Z

Bar and Grill, Burgers, Steakhouse

Outback steakhouse is a great place to get a good steak at a good value.  The grilled shrimp here are a long standing favorite;  if dining as a group the cheese fries and bloomin onion appetizers are fantastic, but don't fill up too soon or you won't be able to enjoy your steak!  In terms of steaks they offer all of the traditional cuts: sirloin, new york strip, filets, ribeye, and prime rib;  the menu also includes some BBQ (ribs or chicken), fish and the classic Alice Springs Chicken (grilled chicken topped with mushrooms, bacon and cheese, searved with fries and honey mustard dipping sauce.  ENJOY!! p.s.  The is a wide variety of price ranges at Outback.  If you go the burger or chicken sandwich route you can eat here for under $10; there are also some entress for less than $15, although most of the steaks are more than $15.

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Outback Steakhouse

(205) 979-7585

$$$

2009-08-15T19:43:52Z

http://www.outbacksteakhouse.com/

35226

103 Summit Blvd

Birmingham

2009-08-15T20:00:21Z

Fine Dining, Steakhouse

Think of Fleming's as the luxury brand steakhouse of Outback in the same way that Lexus is the luxury brand of Toyota.  Given that Fleming's is owned by Outback it certainly has a respectable pedigree.  If you are wanting a higher end atmosphere check out Flemings at the Summit in the 280 corridor area of Birmingham, AL

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Fleming's Prime Steakhouse

(205) 262-9463

$$$$

2009-08-15T20:00:21Z

http://www.flemingssteakhouse.com/

35243

241 Summit Blvd

Birmingham

2009-08-15T20:16:11Z

Italian, Pizza

Romano's Macaroni Grill is a great place to get moderately priced Italian food.  With a pleasant atmosphere including an open kitchen and soft lighting, Macaroni Grill provides a good place for a date or a family dinner.  The bread served with extra virgin olive oil and cracked pepper is a great starter.  Menu favorites include Penne Rustica (Succulent shrimp, tender grilled chicken and smoked prosciutto tossed with Parmesan cream sauce and imported penne pasta, then baked until golden) and Grilled Halibut (this is a wonderful dish in which the grilled halibut is topped with a tomato basil relish and served with pine nut pesto Parmesan risotto).  The brick oven pizza is great for kids.

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Macaroni Grill

(205) 298-7998

2009-08-15T20:17:15Z

http://www.macaronigrill.com/

35243

4920 Highway 52 W

Helena

2010-01-22T23:02:31Z

Barbecue

The barbeque pork sandwich here is fantastic as is the banana pudding;  also, the Helena location has a white barbeque sauce which is a treat here in AL.  The vegetables here taste like they are from a can and have been sitting around all day long... so this isn't the place to expect your grandma's fresh country vegetables!

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Golden Rule Bar-B-Q

(205) 621-7427

2010-01-22T23:02:31Z

http://www.goldenrulebbq.com/

35080

4635 Highway 280

Birmingham

2010-01-22T23:32:59Z

Barbecue

Full Moon Barbeque offers an array of BBQ menu items as well as burgers, chicken fingers etc.  The steak fries here are good (better than the fries at most BBQ places with the exception of Jim 'N Nicks which have exceptional french fries).  Full Moon keeps their BBQ sauce warm by keeping the bottles in a crock pot which is a nice touch.

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Full Moon Bar-B-Que

(205) 991-7328

2010-01-22T23:32:59Z

http://www.fullmoonbbq.com/

35242