I literally had never heard of this restaurant even though I'm very familiar with the shopping…read moreplaza where it's located. My husband randomly decided to stop by and pick up some sides for our dinner. I can be skeptical when it comes to soul food places because I am particular about my soul food. The food here reminded me of having dinner after church when it's been prepared by the elders of the church. It was so good! I plan on going back soon to try out some other other sides and their protein options. I have clearly been missing out!

Second time going here and it was pretty good. The fried green tomatoes are still my favorite side…read more Very nice and crunchy with salt on top. I got the same meat as I did last time and the herb roasted chicken was very good. Chicken was not dry at all. My fiancé got the fried catfish and it was pretty good as well. I thought the breading was really good, but I would add a little salt to it if it was me. The only con that I have for this restaurant is that the person taking your order is so loud it is a little disturbing to eat inside.

These salads are soooooo addictive. The ingredients are always so fresh, even on a pick up order…read more They never skimp on anything and if I could have a salad from here every day, I swear I would. I used to be against made to order salad restaurants because I can make a salad at home for a lot less money, but I'm telling you, this is not a salad you can make at home. It's so worth it and so delicious. I've never eaten inside the restaurant, but there's seating inside and outside

We were walking around the Lane Parke area and happened upon Chop N Fresh. It is a create your own…read moresalad or quinoa or rice bowl type of place. I liked the assortment of toppings they had particularly the apples, raisins, peppers and toasted almonds. I was disappointed that the strawberries were $2. You can also add a protein if you want. There is outside and inside seating. Their beverages are not Pepsi or Coke products instead they are from Maine Root.

After all these years, O'Carrs has maintained their high quality, fresh ingredients and friendly…read moreservice. This little restaurant gets packed and they now have several outdoor sidewalk tables. It's an absolute treat to dine here!

It was a hot summer day in Birmingham, Alabama. Yeah, I know. Is there any other kind? There is a…read morenew ice cream place in Homewood that had a line out the door, so we walked across the street to the O'Carr's ice cream shop. They serve Tillamook (who you calling a mook?) ice cream primarily and some Bluebell. It has that old timey feel and they make sundaes etc. I just got a medium which is apparently four scoops. I picked one (butter pecan) and before I could rattle off my next three, the deal was done. Oh well. They were kind of busy so I let it go. All and all a nice place.

A nice quiet spot to have a great meal with farm fresh ingredients, homemade breads and tasty…read moresandwiches. I went with the brisket panini and side salad. Both were so good and generous portions that left me full. Wife got the turkey and Swiss and raved about the sourdough bread and how fresh it tasted. This was during lunch so we didn't get drinks but their cocktails sounds great (peach Old Fashioned and espresso martini to name a few) so I'd like to come back for dinner sometime and try some of those. Perfect spot for a relaxing lunch downtown.

If Brick & Tin has no fans then I am dead…read more.. I typically go to the location in Mountain Brook, but stumbled in here last week for lunch. I was craving the farro salad. It was a slam dunk, as usual. The smaller size of the salad has always been enough to fill me up. I typically add chicken, but I branched out for the brisket this time. The brisket here is incredible, order the brisket sandwich if it's your first time here. I'll stick with chicken on the farro salad next time tho, definitely not the intended pairing. I love coming here for that salad because it makes me feel hashtag healthy. Love a fast-casual vibe for lunch. The staff here was super efficient and kind. I've never had anything bad from here. The soups are outstanding.

You are going to think i am exaggerating but i had the best sandwich of my life today. It was a…read moresimple turkey and cheese but the thick bread was toasted and buttered, it was heavenly. I thought this was a catering only or large portion restaurant so i never tried it. But i am so glad i did. My order was taken quickly and the staff was pleasant. I did take my order to go but they have a small sitting area if you want to stay and enjoy your food there. Worth if if you are looking for something ordinary made extraordinarily well.

Every visit to Pepper Place's farmers market I stop by Homewood Gourmet's setup for their breakfast…read moreburrito. It's delicious, meatless and just what I need after a morning of outdoor shopping in the Alabama heat. Their strawberry lemonade quenches my thirst and can be refilled for free on same day visits. I have yet to visit their brick and mortar building, but it's definitely on my list!

A Tale of Two Sandwiches: I was introduced this time last year to Bruto by a student. I don't like…read moresandwich shops, because I can make sandwiches at home. But the Il Capitano was not just any sandwich. Perfectly crisp prosciutto, toasted sourdough, Italian mayo and arugula. It was perfect. It was like meeting a man that checked almost every box. Since then, I visit regularly and always order the same sandwich. But honestly, it comes out different every time. Like a bad good boyfriend, the inconsistency wore on me. "maybe they had an off day." "It'll be better next time." Sometimes the prosciutto is on the light side or the mayo on the heavy side. Once I went and they subbed romaine. It did not work. I drove up 20 minutes and they closed early. I came another weekend and they were out of bread. No social media posts. No nothing. They charred my kiddo's pizza. But we kept trying, because I remembered the good times and it would be just good enough to keep me coming back. Then today I decided to break up with Bruto for good. I ordered and paid as usual. My sandwich had no arugula so I asked them to fix it. When I got back to my desk I realized why. The arugula was yellowed and mush. The bread was not toasted and mush. The prosciutto... barely fried and floppy. I love local businesses. I love food. I love giving out food recommendations. I can't recommend Bruto anymore. I hope they grow and are better for the next customer. It's not me. It's you. And it's over.

Here's a clean, balanced review you can use:…read more Review: Bruto is a really cute spot with a great ambiance, definitely a place you want to like. The vibe is cozy and inviting, which makes it feel like a perfect casual hangout. That said, the service experience could use some improvement. When I walked in, I wasn't greeted, and when I asked about the pizza of the day, the staff member didn't know and didn't try to check with anyone else. It felt a bit disengaged. I ended up ordering the 2-slice and salad special, which was honestly pretty average, nothing particularly memorable or standout. Overall, it's a nice-looking place with potential, but the food and service didn't quite match the atmosphere.

The food was delicious. The chicken tenders were bigger than I thought and the fries were fresh. I…read moregot a spicy honey for my sauce and it went well with my meal. Service was provided in adequate timing and the environment is clean and light.

So glad we tried this place right outside our hotel. We were surprised to walk in and see how…read moreempty it was. The staff were kind, welcoming, and knowledgeable of the menu. There was nothing we tried that didn't deserve 5 stars. I had the spinach, feta, egg white sandwich with avocado on sourdough bread, which is not pictured, but it looked appealing and tasted amazing. We also had coffee, neither one needed anything extra, as I sometimes want it sweater. We truly enjoyed this place and the service was just as good. Tried going back on Sunday, but they're closed. If you're in the area, you should give it a try.

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.