Location, building, and interior are all nice and pretty convenient. Not a huge place so on a busy night you may have to wait. We had a party of 10 mid-day on weekend and service was quite good. Server was attentive and helpful. Food - overall quality was good though appetizer sizes are clearly geared towards smaller groups. What surprised me was the meal sizes for the price. Got the halibut and for the size portion delivered I think $39 was incredibly steep. Fish was thin and pretty small cut, and was not typical juicy halibut. Our group had multiple other entrees and salads which all seemed fine, but didn't leave anyone raving for more. Drink prices were also fairly steep and wine was way overpriced considering quality of the bottles. Would be open to returning but based on prices and food I would probably choose somewhere else in the area first. Service and atmosphere were a 5, but food portions and price get a 3. read more

Wonderful. Love the aura of this restaurant. The twinkling lights everywhere add to the festive feel. No Christmas tree here, though, but still has a holiday spirit. It's a small restaurant with tight seating upon first glance when walking in; however, it's not at all. Our booth was smack in the middle next to the bar but not cramped. Looking around, each table was perfectly placed to create a private "space" to enhance one's dining experience. The dishes they serve is truly a food connoisseur's delight. Which is where I get myself in trouble because, of course, I'm just the person who orders many items "Just to See." First, the appetizers, Buffalo Cauliflower and The Master's Pimiento. Both were spicy but most definitely the best dishes of the meal. Please try the cauliflower. It's sooo delicious. Next to the sides, we selected the Brussel Sprouts and the Artesan Garlic Bread. Both would be construed as "eh." Brussel sprouts were loaded with bacon onions, both grilled, which I get but it's passable. Next, the Caesar salad. Presentation wonderful. It has on it all you'd expect with added anchovies across the top and, surprisingly, tomatoes. Artichokes added to the side was a surprise, but nice. The dressing, which if we're honest, is the best part of a Caesar. I found it a tad too thin and just didn't quite hit the right notes. Frankly, needed more anchovy paste blended in in the dressing and parmesan. Maybe salt or pepper to bring out the flavor, which our very astute waiter would have happily brought, but my friend said. "No. You don't need it. Try to stay away from the salt. It is not good for you." So I did, but I shouldn't have. Lastly, the entrees: Terry's Fried Chicken and Grey Goose Shrimp and Penne. Both plates have nice presentation. Very generous serving of chicken. I tasted it. It's good. My family friend ordered it. We both agreed it wasn't for us. My pasta dish was served with five large shrimp across the top. The Vodka sauce was spicy and wonderful. I needed more. If the dish was served with any pasta but penne -- which it possibly could be because unlike other restaurants, I did not ask to switch for a lighter pasta - this would be my return-to dish. Sorry, no desserts were tested. As for drinks, my friend immediately ordered lemonade upon sitting down and I had the red wine Sangria. Loved it. With ALL that being said, I like it. I'm going to return soon. Although, we were able to just walk in and be seated on a Wednesday night at 6:00, you may want to make a reservation just in case. Just make sure you try the Buffalo Cauliflower. read more

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Birmingham Pub is one of our favorite spots to grab great food and drinks as it harbors a fantastic environment and vibe that's relaxing as well as creative style and soothing ambiance. Yesterday, again, did not disappoint! Our server, Justice, was exceptional in every way! He was attentive, funny, engaging, and paid extremely close to detail in terms of our needs and provision of timely service! We started with the buffalo cauliflower which has become a staple of our "need to have" upon arriving. It is the best in town! We followed the french onion soup, classic reuben, fish & chips, sausage and peppers, poor man's lobster, caesar salad, and more...all were great...especially the fish & chips! The long island ice teas were on point too! Special note to our server, Justice, thank you for your service to us. You made our dining experience one for the books! read more

Enjoyed an early dinner here, pimento cheese appetizer and burger were very good. Nice atmosphere. read more

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This place is getting three stars for me to start. I didn't have dinner but I saw a lot of food go by and it looked fantastic. It's really expensive but the atmosphere is wonderful. I'd like to get another chance and try some food and see if I can give it a more sound review but for a nice atmosphere and super pricey drink prices. It's a cool place to hang out. More to come read more

We had dinner here tonight and had a great experience. We were greeted when we first walked in Steve and Joseph were both very nice. The vibe and the menu are both perfect. Something for everyone, and not too over the top. Especially the leather booths and black-and-white photographs. Our server Sam was exceptional. She thought of everything and made us feel special. We ordered a delicious salad with beef sticks, an incredible crusted halibut and a burger. Each dish was accompanied by unique sauces for a balanced flavor. We ended the night with a crème brûlée and scoop ofice cream with espresso. The parking is also very easy and they will give you a token to validate. We felt very welcome here, thank you Sam for your attention to detail. read more

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A group of us ladies went out for our friend's birthday last night. We were looking for a nice ambiance that was sophisticated but welcoming and this place exceeded our expectations! From the moment we arrived, they sat us and the manager and server (shoutout to Christian) were both quick to accommodate every little need. Our drinks were out quick. The manager gave us complimentary desserts for the birthday. They encouraged us to stay as long as we'd like--so much so that we stayed 3 hours! When a drink had spilled, Christian was out with a towel and replaced it immediately. When it began to rain, he helped us carry our items inside despite it being almost closing time. When we asked what time they closed, Christian answered "11:00p but stay as long as you'd like." Well done--we highly recommend Birmingham Pub. read more

Second visit...the music is louder and worse than the first visit -at lunchtime! The manager was kind enough to turn jt down at least. Staff says they tell they tell the owners and mgmt but they will not change it. Same four stations/songs every day. I sincerely feel bad for the staff. I hope the owners can finally read this and turn this crap off!!! read more

Excellent service and delish food at this downtown Birmingham location. Highlights from our visit include the fabulous wine, we ordered a bottle of Pessimist, very good for our taste. We would highly recommend the buffalo cauliflower to start the meal off. The filet was tender and served with asparagus and potato. The environment was cute and inviting and our server was engaging, we will definitely go back!! Don't forget to make a reservation as they do fill up. read more

Jim, the manager, has an aggressive approach with customers. Luckily the food isn't good enough to come back and many other restaurants right across the street. This is coming from foodies from Chicago. Not missing anything here. Wrote this review while at the restaurant. Real time updates...owner, Blendi, came to talk to us. He apologized, which was really nice. I'll come back at some point, since my husband likes to have drinks here, to see if I have a better experience. I will say, however, our waitress, Heather, is awesome! For that, I'll change my star review. Can't give it a 5 due to the experience and lack of flavor with my lobster. The risotto with the lobster was great. read more

Went here for a party and the bartender was rude and seemed like she didn't want to be there. When the cash bar hit the drinks were outrageously expensive where I felt like they were take advantage of us being part of the party. This put a damper on what was a fun night with friends. I'm part of the community and won't be going back here. read more

Service was 5*. Went here last night for dinner and a few drinks with a friend. Seated right away and service was top notch. Server very attentive, offered recommendations and was great. Food was 3*. Burger needed sauce of some kind, brooch bun was a bit dry and overall pretty salty. My friend ordered the beef stroganoff and was pleased overall but commented was a little overpriced at $36. Also the whole sage leaves in the dish were a bit of a turn off. Drinks were 4* . 2 each off the menu. Basically tried all the whiskey cocktails and was please overall. The paper plane was especially good but could not taste the whiskey. Overall 4* read more

Had a phenomenal first time at the Birmingham pub! As soon as we walked in we were greeted timely and brought to a cozy booth. The huge windows and warm lighting had such a nice affect! We had Wes as our server and he was great! Very knowledgeable, gave out great suggestions, and was always there when we needed him! Order the velveteen rabbit cocktail, which is officially my new favorite! For appetizers, I'd say that the perogi and sausage and peppers were well executed, though the peppers were a bit to spicy for me! We ended up splitting our entree, the beef stroganoff! Kitchen was nice enough to split it for us, that was pretty cool. The spazel threw me off the dish, but after trying it; that sauce was very well rounded! Well definitely be coming back to this pub! read more

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Loved. I forgot to write a review for here so it's been like a month but we came here with a group of four and it was all really good! The soup is huge, and the Caesar salad here is bomb. The burgers are phenomenal, so are the drinks and vibes. read more

Ever since I first tried the place, I couldn't stop coming back. The service is good but sometimes can be a little slow. The vibe of the restaurant is great and more upscale. The burger never fails to be amazing along with the fries. The mac and cheese is amazing, but sometimes the sauce is a little watered down taking away the flavor. Overall great though. read more

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**Update! Situation rectified with a phone call and apology. I appreciate the effort!! I made a reservation for a Tuesday night and arrived 10 mins early. After waiting 15 mins we inquired at the hostess stand. The "gum chewing" hostess told us "she'd let us know". After waiting another 10 minutes and being ignored we walked out. They clearly seat other people and don't honor reservations. read more

Been here 3-4 times and have not been disappointed. We've tried everything from thier apps (the pierogi is delicious) to thier burgers and seafood. Everything is fresh, well seasoned and decent portions for the money. Always service with a smile. Solid pours and craft cocktails too. Especially the Smoked Old Fashion. So good. Parking can be a bit tough depending on the time of day. Unfortunately, City of Birmingham has Old Woodward torn up just in time for Summer but it's worth the annouance and short walk to the restaurant IMO. read more

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Live in the area and have only been in for drinks before, wanted to come in for dinner. Boy do I wish I went somewhere else. Staff was fine, no issues. Food was just bad and nothing like a Vicari restaurant. The "Chopped Italian Sandwich" is actually not a chopped italian sandwich and was just a very bad italian sub with low quality meats and nothing chopped. Would have preferred Jersey Mikes. Other people in my group did not enjoy their food either, overall feedback was low quality food and high Birmingham prices. The only things that I enjoyed were the french fries and the ice water. I am not normally one to leave reviews (I had to make an account to leave this one), but if I owned a restaurant, I would want all the feedback I could get. Do yourself a favor and skip this one if you want more than drinks. read more

This is not your usual pub. Its a fancy place with Upscale food and Fantastic cocktails. Wine list is fantastic! Most wines have 3.9 or higher vivino ratings (many over 4.0!) Cocktails are spot on! You can customize as you like! Please order the Fillet with the Zip sauce! YOU WILL NOT REGRET IT! The sauce is TO DIE FOR! I wish I could take home a quart+ of it! Prices for food are very fair for the quantity and quality. Prices for drinks/wine are very fair for quality! Service has been fantastic everytime! Vibe is great! Definitely a great date night spot! Parking - there is paid street parking right put front and a few free garages within a 10 min walk. read more

Stopped in here for carry out and got a glass of wine while I waited. I've been here before for happy hour with friends and several private events upstairs. I stick with wine here because the drinks aren't that great and are expensive. The food has never been impressive, but this time the chicken sandwich I receive was not edible. The bun fell apart in my hand, there was no favor and chicken tasted dry and old. It was gross. Further, and the most upsetting part, the bartender seemed so high on something she didn't speak at all. She stood in front of me and stared. I don't think she understood I wanted carryout, so when the other bartender came over to check on me, I asked if the other server was okay and she said "she's not feeling well". Makes me wonder if they need help that bad? What made it worse was that bartender who was "not feeling well" was pouring drinks of straight alcohol to the brim for other patrons at the bar. People who seemed to be regulars. I paid and got out of there as soon as I could only to find one of the patrons who seemed like a regular on the ground in the parking lot across the street. This was 6:30pm on Tuesday. I asked if he needed help, he said yes and that he was too messed up to stand up. I called the Birmingham fire department who did come and help him and he's going to be okay. The whole experience was very upsetting. So many better places to eat and drink nearby, I won't be going here again. read more

Came in on a whim with 2 kids (1 year old and a 5 year old). We are from out of town so we weren't sure what to expect. The atmosphere was nice, I'd call it more of an upscale pub. I'm not sure that they're used to having kids in as there was no high chair or booster seat offered. The server was kind (Patrick) and he offered us to go cups with lids for the kids as well as grilled or fried chicken breast with fries for a kids meal. We started off with a bowl of truffle fries and some wings, they were both pretty good. For entrees I ordered the salmon bowl, my sister-in-law got the fried chicken and my husband got a surf n turf special for NYE (lobster tail, asparagus, 8oz filet and mashed potatoes). My sister-in-law mentioned the chicken was quite sweet and took most of it home so I'm unsure if she liked it or not. The salmon bowl was good, I liked the vinaigrette that was on the rice. My husband liked the lobster tail but said the steak wasn't seasoned - which for $79... seems a bit steep for a lack in flavor. I think if we were to come back, we would do so without the kids and order apps and drinks...maybe not entrees. read more

The staff at Birmingham Pub was exceptional! We were initially seated at a table near the upstairs door and it was freezing, with a capital "F." After some quick moving of reservations around the staff and management were able to move us to a spot away from the door and we were so appreciative. As for food, we absolutely loved the truffle parmesan fries and buffalo cauliflower. Our entrees - Cobb salad, fish and chips, and the chicken sandwich - were good but nothing special. The drinks on the other hand were very good! My daughter and I each got the blood orange margarita but since she is only 15 she got the nonalcoholic version. We were excited to each be able to celebrate my birthday with a "fancy" drink. The only true negative is that this place is a bit pricey for what amounts to basic pub food. Obviously the quality of food and drink is amazing and like I said service is exceptional but $150 (this does not include tip) for three people is a bit crazy. This was our first time visiting and I know we will be back but I think maybe just for appetizers and drinks. read more

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We were able to make a last minute dinner reservation for 7:30 on a Saturday night. We had the artesian garlic bread side. Bread was fresh, the sauce was very good. I had the pretty in pink cocktail which was quite refreshing. The burger was very good, the sweet potato fries had an interesting flavor. My husband had the filet and it was very mediocre and had far too much butter on it. I wouldn't recommend the filet for that reason but otherwise it was an enjoyable restaurant and it did have nice ambiance although there are many tables very close to the front door so it can be a bit loud. read more

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Some of these reviews are just mean! I came here last night with two friends and had a great time. Our waiter Justice was a treat the entire meal. We each had a cocktail, mine the strawberry immunity booster one, was super yummy. We got the pierogi as an appetizer and it was both delicious and beautifully plated. Afterwards we had the tacos, beyond burger, and southern chicken burger with truffle fries and waffle fries. Again, all delish! I would definitely come back again. read more

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Wow! What an experience. I was very excited to give this new pub a try in downtown Birmingham. After a year of remodeling, The Birmingham Pub has opened her doors. I had made plans with a friend to meet up for Happy Hour. Lucky for me, he already had a spot at the bar. It was packed by 5:00. You could tell from all the chatter, patrons were excited to be here. I learned that this is a Joe Vicari restaurant so the food should be outstanding. I would consider this an upscale pub from the food to the drink options. The menu covers everything and I mean everything. I decided to get the pub hamburger. It was very good and the fries...delicious. My friend had the pork loin and loved it. We also tried the calamari, which was on their happy hour menu, and it was perfectly cooked. I was so impressed by their Happy Hour prices for drinks. All the beer, wine and even the bubbly were half off. This is a Happy Hour must stop to add to your list. I can't wait to come back and try the rest of the menu. read more

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In Short. Thank you restaurant gods for this place. Amen. In long, the service is spot on and the food makes it worth it to go out instead of making dinner yourself. There is something on the menu for everyone so a great place to go with friends or when meeting up with new people. The menu matches the atmosphere which was appropriately curated. Our server was great. He could read our mood and catered to our style. The tables are close together so I could see how he adapted to the needs of each table. If all of the waitstaff is like this than well done. He had tried the specials in advance of presenting them too us which is always appreciated. It seemed that he had tried everything on the menu we asked about. It was obvious that whoever put this place together knew what they were doing so I kept wondering who is running this place. One of the managers came by the table to check on everyone and imho a good sign that they are always trying to improve. If your wondering, it's the Andiamo's guys who opened this place. Duh hat explains it. I will say it is quite loud so not the best place to take someone with hearing loss. read more

The food, drinks and bar are A1!! Valentina is the best hostess ever. She took time to go over the menu, made excellent recommendations and served us like royalty! Make a reservation to secure good seats. read more

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We had a table for seven upstairs. We enjoyed being on the second level as we were able to watch Woodward. However, the acoustics are awful up there. It was sooooo loud once four other tables were also seated. I had to yell to the person sitting next to me. Our server was amazing! The food was over priced for the quality. I would say the quantity was great. The taste on everything was just kinda "eh." The cauliflower and pimento cheese was the highlight. The steak was over cooked, the stroganoff had so much vinegar, the burger had a hard bun. The salmon poke bowl was great, but on a plate and not a bowl. Not a big deal in comparison. I will give the restaurant another chance. Maybe they were having an "off" day. I hope I am happily surprised next time. read more

"Pub" doesn't accurately depict the food or drink selection here; only the casual atmosphere. Expect to see an extensive wine list, well thought-out cocktails and reasonably priced good-quality food. My husband and I had the black bean and walnut meat tacos, the southern fried chicken sandwich and little gem caesar salad. All were fantastic, but we were especially impressed with the black bean walnut tacos. The service was very prompt and our server, Jackie was both knowledgeable and attentive. This was the perfect "in-between" dinner option when we didn't want fast food or fine dining (and the prices). We will return, thank you! read more

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My filet was excellent, seasoned perfectly, and served beautifull with stuffed tomato, asparagus, and a gourmet potato! The service was wonderful! Can't wait to go back. My friend ordered the Tuna Poke Bowl, which she said was delicious, as was the cole slaw, and special warm bread! Also, There was free parking in the garage next door. read more

This is one of my favorite places for a really good meal and a great drink. Their brunch on the weekends is great as is the dinner menu. It's usually busy but not crowded. Service is always good. Ambiance is relaxed. read more

We were Underwhelmed with the menu choices, however what we ordered wasdecent. The service was awesome (thank you Justice!) And the restaurant itself was comfortable and welcoming. Will definitely give another chance! read more

Not what comes to my mind when someone says "hey let's go down to the pub for a few drinks". I was pleasantly surprised by the eclectic decor and atmosphere. Our server was very nice, efficient and went the extra mile to make sure we had a great evening. Loved the Grilled Salmon Bowl and the few bites I had of the Filet and Frites. Can't wait to go down to the pub again! read more

I recently wrote a review about this pub. much to my surprise, the Manager/co-owner responded very quickly. he apologized and listened to my complaints. He sent a gift card and invited me out to apologize in person. I must say, it was refreshing to see such a quick response. We will visit this pub again and hope they have corrected their issues. Thank you. read more

Reservations were for 6 pm. Took 40 min to get a glass of wine and a beer. Food was good when we finally got it, but service was terrible. This was a birthday dinner for my husband (which they were aware of). read more

Super delicious food, and really great staff. Went for my sisters 18th birthday and we all really loved it. Best chicken wings we've ever had. Super crispy and juicy. Definitely recommend this place!!! read more

Great food and service. My wife loved the cocktails. Five stars all the way. They got us in within 10 minutes. We appreciate the hospitality read more

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For Birmingham we definitely expected a lot. We had an 830 reservation and when we arrived at 8:26 our table was not ready so they sat us at the bar for a drink. It took us 15 minutes to get a drink and once we were served, our table was ready. The staff was extremely kind and helpful. Someone walked us to our table and we were greeted very quickly. Our servers name was Justice and he was fantastic the entire night. The vibe and atmosphere of the restaurant is definitely hip and the place to be. I did not use the bathroom but my fiancé did and he said it was a single stall and there were paper towels and puddles of water everywhere. Having worked in the restaurant industry for seven years generally it's the hostesses job to maintain the bathrooms but it doesn't look like anyone had checked in a while. Now getting to the food... my fiancé and I split appetizers for our dinner. We started with the chicken wings which we could tell were frozen and not fresh. The fried batter was slightly soggy and they were heavily sauced. We also ordered the buffalo cauliflower which was much fresher, they used a light batter, and it was lightly sauced. Next we ordered the escargot which was phenomenal and our first time ordering it at a restaurant. They were cooked well and the sauce was great. Next we ordered a side of brussels sprouts because I absolutely love that side dish, they were cooked with pancetta, onions, and a balsamic glaze. They were not over cooked and had a great crunch to them however I think they could've came out more crispy. Lastly we split the black bean and walnut meat tacos. I really enjoyed the vegan spin on the tacos however they seem to have too much black bean and walnut purée. I would've also like to have seen another taco option available, maybe a blackened catfish taco. For dessert we had the kit Kat bar and knowing what a Kit Kat tastes like, I was definitely expecting a thicker wafer in the desert, which was not there. It definitely tasted good but it was more like a chocolate ganache type cake. At the end of every dinner at a new restaurant, my fiancé and I ask each other, would you come back? And given the options that Birmingham has, we would probably choose some thing else over the Birmingham pub. read more

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Super cute restaurant in the downtown Birmingham area! The decor in the restaurant is really nice and they really make the most of the small space. The service was amazing and I had a great time celebrating my father's birthday! I had the grilled salmon bowl. The presentation was not what I expected but everything went really well together. I had the creme brûlée for dessert which was amazing! read more

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Great food, great ambiance! The only negative thing I can think of is that is does get loud so if you are trying to have a serious conversation I would definitely not pick this spot. read more