Stopped in Terra for dinner & drinks! I love the establishment it has a vacation beach club vibe…read more The inside is beautiful with bulb lights covering the ceiling and they have a beautiful street side patio with comfortable sofa seating. I really enjoyed the lamb chops and mashed potatoes. The Brussels sprouts were a hit too perfect mix of sweet & salty. The sea bass was okay! Very fishy this time but the glaze and presentation were on point. The tropical sangria and cucumber watermelon spritz were great and refreshing. Our serves Emily was very attentive & sweet! This is a great date night spot!

Terra is a beautifuly decorated space with a glass wall that opens fully to the terace. We came for…read morebrunch on a Saturday afternoon. We got there at opening and were the first party there. From the start, service was not the best. Our server took a long time to come over, so much so, that my friend had to go over and ask her to get us coffee and drinks. She was often no where to be found. The busboy was great, filling water and cleaning plates later. I had the Chilaquiles and was not a fan. It's supposed to be eggs and shredded chicken in sauce over crispy tortillas. The eggs and chicken were fine, but the tortillas were a soggy mess. The server never asked how I liked my food, not even when she took away a mostly full plate. Other food items were enjoyed by my friends, so maybe just my choice was a miss. I would probably come back for the ambiance, and try a different dish.

First, our waitress was awesome! She was patient, attentive, and offered good suggestions. The…read moreplace is small but intimate with a nice sized bar. The cocktails are top notch. The food is great. I had the salmon with mashed garlic potatoes . It was really good. The experience was nice for a first time. It's perfect for a date night!

I found this place on Yelp and decided to try it because of the many gluten-free options, and it…read moredid not disappoint. The space is small but super cozy and very charming There's a main level and a lower level (I didn't get to see the downstairs area), but the vibe upstairs alone was enough to win me over. I especially loved the picture-framed TV (which didn't look like a TV) was such a unique touch. Our service was amazing from start to finish. Marcus, our server, was incredibly kind and attentive. He took my food allergies seriously and helped me find the perfect dish, which I really appreciated. My friend ordered the French Dip Smashburger and said it was incredible, especially with the dip sauce. The drinks were just as impressive. I had a refreshing cocktail with cilantro in it which was different, but surprisingly delightful. Overall, it was a great experience, and I definitely plan to come back to try more items on the menu!

One of my besties & I dropped by Hazel's Seafood for weekend brunch! This was a perfect spot to…read moresecure a pocket of happiness with great conversation, great food & great service. Jeff as our server was a delight! He took good care of us. We stuck around long enough that we hated to see him moving on to the room for a party celebration. We even tried to order a second meal but they had to make way for reservations! We will be back! Our food was soooo good! I had the B-Fast Sandy and one pancake. My bestie had the shrimp & grits plus three different flapjacks! The pancakes/flap jacks are huge. This was a perfect location to celebrate Woman's History Month since this is an award winning restaurant, owned by a woman.

I had went to "Hazels" on the corner of Maple and Woodward in Birmingham after leaving my doctor's…read moreoffice and getting some sobering news! I've been there several times with my son and always had a good experience. However, today I walked in and it was like nobody saw me and I stood there at the entrance and I stood there. Two gentlemen came in behind me and the girl saw them and she seated them and then she saw me and she said 'are you here to eat' I said, "of course I'll take the seat by the window facing Maple" and she said "OK go ahead and I'll bring you a menu"! She never did. Eventually, the Server who was working that table. She saw me and she was training another person today and she says I'll be right with you! Well, a minute turned into another minute and another minute and several other people came in and then she came to me and said "what are you having?" I said "I don't know. I don't have a menu!" "Oh" she said "She didn't give you a menu!" I said, No, She didn't give me anything"! So the Server and her trainee went and got me a menu and a glass of water, silverware and napkin! After waiting and waiting for my server and her trainee to return and more people to be seated, my server returned and took my order! Lobster bisque and halibut with green beans no potatoes! Then, for more waiting! And I waited and waited and waiting! They brought my lobster bisque! I tell you! They just do not know how to make a lobster bisque in Birmingham thus far! Not up to par. It was orange and not a bit of lobster in it! Nor the smell of lobster was nowhere near it! I don't know what these restaurants think lobster bisque is. Did not even return to remove my bowl or replenish my water! Never saw them again! Then, I waited another long time until they brought out my main course which was pathetic and the sauce with it was so salty that I couldn't even use it so I did sprinkle some lemon on the fish and try to eat it. The best thing about the meal was the green beans! I ate part of the fish, but it was more or less tasteless! Not one time did my server come to check on me to see if everything was OK and as she was bringing me my check, she poured me some more water, that was really good. The only time she checked on me! The water. Did I tip her? Hummm NO! Oh no oh no! I'm a very good tipper for good service! What could improve? Everything!

Our daughter and son-in-law recently had their wedding celebration at Zana. The staff were very…read moreattentive to our guests. The layout, of the tables, was perfect. The food was displayed beautifully on the buffet table along with the desserts. When the party ended the staff helped pack everything to be taken home. We highly recommend Zana for wedding and other events.

We booked our reservations for a late time on purpose so that we could eat and then enjoy the DJ…read morewhile drinking afterwards. It worked out really well. The restaurant vibes were really nice. We were seated at a booth next to the window where you can see into the back kitchen. Our server was super nice and brought out bread for us. We ordered a spicy margarita and the lychee guava martini. The margarita was way too spicy for me but my friend tolerated it. I loved the martini!! It was so good I actually ended up having 3 of them. We originally planned on entrees but ended up just ordering all kinds of apps and got full off of those. It was really satisfying and we had fun trying all the different things they had. I don't think there was anything we didn't like. We got oysters, beef carpaccio, whipped ricotta, and beef tips. Towards the end of our meal the DJ started setting up and the restaurant was rearranging the furniture to make room. We were told our booth was sold but were welcome to continue in another booth until anything changes. The atmosphere transitioned really smoothly and we enjoyed ourselves. It was fun mingling and dancing and ended up staying until close. I would definitely come here again!

This place is super cute and trendy. The food is delicious but I can see that if you go at an…read moreextremely busy time that it can feel extremely claustrophobic inside of the place. It feels very cut off and not an open layout at all. The drink menu was pretty unique and delicious. I had the salmon and my friend got a steak with the potato which was one of the best baked potato's I have had in a long time if not ever. The appetizer we split was spinach dip and it was so good however, they could include more crisps as we had to order more for the dip which was an up charge another thing to note (even though I did not get the item) it was refreshing to see that the menu stated the salad dressings were seed oil free which can be make it or break it for some people.

Been to social a few times over the years mostly dinner and happy hour. Today was brunch for a…read morefriends birthday. Some dishes were hit and miss. I had a breakfast sandwich it was good the side salad on the plate was not needed and would of been better with a fruit cup. Kale salads were hit and miss with too salty and salmon overcooked. Lox scramble was just bad over salted and not eatable. Lemon pancakes were amazing. Service was ok. Ambience is nice.!

My best friend's bridal "sprinkle" brunch was held at this charming little gem. I joined a party of…read moreseven ladies. The restaurant was beautifully decorated, with ample photo opportunities. Our attentive and patient server was always ready to answer any questions we had. Our drinks arrived promptly, and we started with mimosas, which were okay but a bit pricey. I should have opted for the delicious lemon drop instead. After scanning the restaurant for other patrons' food, we decided to order veggie omelets, steak tacos, burgers, and a breakfast special. The table across from us had ordered a plate of cinnamon roll pancakes, which looked absolutely divine. It was an incredibly generous portion, but unfortunately, no one else wanted to share. Maybe next time. We had a slight wait for our food, but it was absolutely worth it. Everything was piping hot and incredibly delicious. I couldn't resist ordering the signature burger special from TikTok, which came with garlic truffle fries and a glass of wine. We thoroughly enjoyed our meal and each other's company. I highly recommend this place, and they have a great happy hour during the week.

We ate here for a birthday dinner. Had a very memorable evening from the moment we arrived until…read morewe left. The staff was phenomenal, the food was really well prepared and the atmosphere was just right. Whether you are here for a date night, a group outing, a business dinner or a celebration, you can't go wrong with 220 Merrill. The steaks are excellent, I really enjoyed the calamari appetizer and of course the millionaire's fried rice was awesome. Save room for the Biscoff cookie dessert. It is totally worth it. Will eat here again if we have the chance.

Our new favorite spot! First time coming and it was SO good! Husband n I got the chips and queso…read morethat had jalapeños in it! Got the hangar steak which was amazing super juicy and melted in my mouth. Husband got the munch wrap and that was really good too. Not to mention their beers! Got everything from their IPA to cherry wheat to stouts and they were all very good. Can't wait to come back!!

Nice place to sit and have a beer and snacks, especially in the summer. Plenty of indoor, outdoor…read moreseating - it very much has an authentic German beer garden feel. There is a decent enough menu, although it's mostly bar food. There are salads, vegetarian options and some decent appetizers to share. Service is pretty reliable, and they know their beers for sure. Overall, Griffin Claw is great for small groups of friends, a not serious date, and ot to relax and kill some time. This is much better than the Rochester location in my opinion.

One of my favorite staple restaurants is Luxe Bar & Grill in downtown Birmingham. I've honestly…read morebeen surprised to see a few comments that simply aren't accurate regarding food quality. Someone recently claimed the fries aren't fresh and the burgers are made with frozen beef, and that's just not true. The food at Luxe is consistently delicious and high quality....always tastes fresh. The burgers are made with fresh, never-frozen beef, and so much of the menu is prepared in-house. The staff is genuinely kind, the service is great, and the quality has stayed consistent over the years. There's a reason Luxe has been a downtown Birmingham favorite for more than 15 years. If you haven't tried it yet, I definitely recommend giving it a chance and deciding for yourself. I think the food speaks for itself.

Service (hostess, bartender and server) was awesome. Ambiance on a beautiful summer Thursday night,…read more30 min wait for outside table; worth it. Food was just so so. The beef tip appetizer wasn't great and the filet ordered medium was well done.

The food was great ( except the burrata) that was tasteless…read more Everything else was great the drinks were amazing too and looked good. Service was excellent Ambience was also great

It was fabulous to return to Madam! Excellent experience. Thank you to Michael for exceptional…read moreservice! He was very attentive, kind, and helpful. I really enjoyed my French onion soup and Caesar salad. The salad was very crisp and fresh. We had the Burrata as our starter and it was beautiful. My friend enjoyed her lobster benedict. They offer a variety of lovely coffee and espresso drinks. I very much liked my hazelnut latte and a cardamom latte too. The atmosphere is lovely! I love all the art and modern decor. It's a bright space with lots of natural light. Relaxed vibes and we didn't feel rushed. Easy free parking on Sundays. There is a parking garage right around the corner.

Had a pretty good meal here! Came in on a weekend morning and it was like crickets, which we found…read moreodd. My matcha latte was pretty mid -- not a coffee shop so I wouldn't necessarily expect anything incredible but it could have been hotter, at least. The frittata was very good and a generous portion -- I took part of it home for later. The pistachio pesto sauce really adds to it. I'd return to try more of their brunch menu (or others) without complaint -- why not!?

Decided to come back and try the lunch/dinner menu with my kids. The dinner experience was a big…read moreimprovement on my previous visit. The kids both had the burgers with parm fries, and I had the Cesar salad with blackened salmon. We were really hungry so I forgot to take pictures, and we devoured our food. Kids said the burgers and fries were some of the best and my salad and salmon were quite tasty as well. Our server was sweet and provided good info on the options for some of our dietary restrictions. We'll be back.