Red Bird's was a tasty surprise and a surprisingly (and pleasantly) healthy find. Our sandwiches…read moretasted fresh and flavorful, the service was prompt and cheerful, and the ambiance was cozy.

Fast service. Friendly staff. Portions seemed a little small compared to competitors nearby. We had…read moreThe Four Corners sandwich with potato soup and The California Club. The potato soup was very watery and not creamy at all. I'd go somewhere else for lunch next time.

I got the fall turkey melt and butternut squash soup. It was SO good. I've been here a couple of…read moretimes and every single time I have been here. I have had a really great experience. The servers were really nice and friendly. The butternut squash soup was really nice thick and creamy. I felt like the portions were just right and I did not feel like anything was too greasy. It is a great place to eat with your friend or significant other. I thought it was a very cool vibe and matched the name of the restaurant! Because this is located downtown, there is street parking, or there is a parking garage down the road where you can park.

The food here was amazing very fresh, fresh baked, easy to add sides very accommodating added Feta…read moreno worry. Drinks were great also sat on the outside walk on a nice day. Server was very nice highly recommend this place!!!

Panera Bread used to be a regular stop for me back when I worked in town, but today was the first…read moretime I've stepped inside this location in a few years. I hesitated to return after reading some recent reviews, but I went anyway because I've always loved their Creamy Tomato Soup and Apple Crisp Salad. When placing my order, though, I called an audible and went with the Greek Salad instead. My disappointment is not with the food. Just as it was years ago, the quality remains excellent. If I were grading this place on food alone, it would be an easy 5-star experience. Unfortunately, the cleanliness brings my overall score down to a 3. The floors were littered with food crumbs, napkin pieces, straw wrappers, and other trash. Many of the tables needed to be wiped down, and the dish drop-off area had stacks of plates and bowls left from previous guests. I can only hope the kitchen is cleaner than the dining area. I understand many franchises are moving toward kiosk ordering, and that's fine, but it's still nice to see a friendly face when you walk into a restaurant. And if I'm placing my own order on a machine, picking up my food at the window, fixing my own drink, and finding my own seat, please don't ask me for a tip at checkout. I can't go into the kitchen and prepare my own food--so being prompted for a gratuity feels unnecessary. Now, back to the positives: the tomato soup and baguette were fabulous--comforting and delicious on a cold Alabama Friday night. I've become a fan of Greek salads over the past few years, and Panera's version is top-notch. Next time, I may try the full salad with chicken. The background music was a nice touch, too--Sleigh Ride by The Ronettes, Please Come Home for Christmas by the Eagles, and even Texas Hold'Em by Beyoncé helped set a pleasant atmosphere. Final Score: 3 out of 5 stars Food: 5 stars Cleanliness: 2 stars Still worth a visit for the flavors--but I hope management gives the dining area some attention.

The service at this location was great. The attendant was kind as she took my order. The food was…read morefresh and seasoned well; the bread of course was the star. However, I have a hard time paying $18 for a moderate-to-small sized grilled chicken sandwich, small bag of chips, and a drink. Upon paying, of course, the screen asked for a tip, though, there is no table service of any kind. (I despise this). Another reason for the mediocre review is that at 4:40 in the afternoon with 4 guests seated, the trash needed taken out in two separate cans, and the shelves above the service are needed organized. A few minor improvements could make this location a fantastic one. Edit: Next Day after initial visit (03/13/2025). Clean. Less clutter. A friendly, genial staff. There are still some minor items which could use some attention that could easily take this location from average or good to great. Like: dusting the window sills, vacuuming under booths, and wiping the chair rails. Doing these things along with keeping the trash taken out would keep this location full of customers. A paint touch-up here or there would be stellar. I've changed my initial review from 3 to 4 stars.

We stopped in about 7pm to order but what caught us off guard was the prices of items. The quality…read moreof food was okay the Dragon Fruit wasnt all that and who doesn't have regular cream cheese for Bagels to take home. At those prices I can go sit down & then we ate in the restaurant they packaged our meal to go. Was not the best been awhile now I remember why I dont go.

Food was great. Very fresh salad. The wait time was quick. Customer service was good.read more

I went to Olive Garden in Gardendale yesterday after not going for YEARS... and let me just say, I…read moreowe them an apology Because why was the food THAT good?? Everything was fresh, hot, and seasoned like somebody's grandma was in the back making sure it was right. And the service?? 10/10. My server was so nice and on top of everything, I almost asked if they could come home and help me get my life together too. Between the amazing food and top-tier service, they really showed out. I went in just trying to eat... and left planning my next visit already Safe to say, I will NOT be staying away that long again!

2/25/26 Wife ordered…read moretake out for lunch today. Chicken Parm, and spaghetti with meat sauce. Pasta was over cooked, sauce was sparse. There was not enough sauce to cover the top of the pasta. Wife said the whole meal did not taste fresh to her. The side of spaghetti with my chicken parm had about equivalent to a tablespoon of sauce on it. Salad did not seem fresh, and for a while OG had been giving a single container of salad dressing that isn't enough to flavor the whole container of salad. I know take out isn't going to present as it would in the restaurant, but this take was lacking in several areas. Most likely our last take out from Olive Garden.

Everyone loves a good lasagna, and Homewood Gourmet has the best! I've served crowds their pans of…read morelasagna for over ten years - from being the hospitality room mom (veggie lasagna and regular) to taking lunch to my doggie daycare (shoutout to Dog U, they are epic!), everyone loves it. Paired with their baby blue salad and a dessert tray, it makes a good day great because it's the happiest comfort food you can find.

Amazing food and service. The baby blue salad it's just one of those dependable, delicious meals. I…read morelove getting a large one with a few chicken breasts to have a meal that feels homemade when you don't have time to execute it yourself.

This is such a beautiful Panera location! The dining room…read moreis super open and there are lots of seating options both inside and outside. The glass walls alongside the front of the restaurant makes it feel welcoming and comfortable. The staff were friendly and there is plenty of room for parking. I'll be back to this location in the future!

I liked the ambiance of the restaurant, but it's pretty consistent for Panera. I wasn't a big fan…read moreof the salad, but the other food was good! The service was pretty normal in time and courtesy.

Good drinks and service! Hung out there before graduation and enjoyed our time. Interesting…read morecocktail menu with good choices.

The breakfast buffet was absolutely delicious. The bacon was the best ever and the warm syrup made…read morethe waffle taste even better! The fresh fruit really hit the spot and everything was fabulous. Highly recommend the breakfast buffet and you won't need to eat for the rest of the day.