The Garage kicks ass. Tons of history, extremely dope vibe, great service, solid sandwiches/soup…read more If you get the chance go check out this historical gem tucked away in Birmingham. Voted one of the top bars to travel to in multiple magazines. The owner basically built a bar around his workshop. The middle looks way better during the summer, but a must visit if in the area.

We had a lovely lunch at the Garage!…read more Their sandwiches are fresh and made to order. It's very straight forward and you choose all of your own toppings. Soup changes daily and this day was chickpea and chorizo. Nothing life changing about it but it wasn't bad. We walked into a small, dark, crowded dive bar and ordered amongst several other people after waiting in line shoulder to shoulder with other customers. I say this not to complain (because with a crowd like this on a random weekday, they're obviously doing something right) but to take your kids in car seats (‍) with caution. Crowds in small spaces stress me out and it would have been even worse if we'd had the boys with us. I'd also highly suggest going on a day when you can sit outside. There's very minimal seating inside. They do have a lovely, spacious patio that also feels like a garden with plenty of trees for shade. However, they make it clear they don't want dogs there. Parking was horrific. A narrow street with cars on each side. We barely fit through it. If there wouldn't have been an open spot on it, I'm not sure what the next option is because I didn't see anywhere else and this street only held so many. I would dine here again because the sandwiches were fresh and delicious and they obviously know what they're doing! I was pleasantly surprised that they had prosecco as well. Just heed my few warnings and you'll enjoy as well!

What a great find in Avondale. Perfect "hole in the wall" place. Amazing toasted sandwiches…read more Staffing was limited, but he was friendly, helpful. Kept us engaged so we didn't get frustrated. Definitely going back

Pretty quiet when we went in - they had just opened - but it got pretty busy for lunch while we…read morewere there. You order at the counter and they bring out your food. They have a handful of tables inside and a handful of tables on the outside patio as well. They do have beer. The sandwiches we had were all very good - you can get a small (6") or large (12"). I had a Greek salad that was very tasty, but no meat on it - didn't realize that when I ordered it. I would have preferred chicken, but still a good salad. The Cuban looked amazing. And my husband really enjoyed his pastrami.

The vibe and music were great, the food was delicious! Got the McFly salad with chicken, kettle…read morechips, and Baron Dog -- all of them were excellent!

45 Minutes for a Sandwich That Should Have Never Existed…read more Stopped in on a lunch break for a simple takeout sandwich. Forty-five minutes later, my order finally appeared. I ordered their flagship sandwich and what arrived was a pile of weirdly shredded, pre-processed turkey that looked and tasted nothing like actual fresh deli meat. Not good. Just wrong. Why does it take 45 minutes to put "turkey" product on a piece of bread? And why does that experience cost $18? To top it off, the interior looks just as uninspired as the food tastes. There is genuinely no reason to come here -- not for the food, not for the atmosphere, not for the value. Skip it and go literally anywhere else.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

Lag's feels like a special place when you step inside. Even though I'm not a Bham native and never…read moreexperienced the Lag's of old, this place feels like nostalgia. I tried the burger and fries, and they were delish. The burger had excellent flavor. One thing to note is that there is not much seating inside- one table and then bar-style seating by the windows. Worked for what we needed, but just something to be aware of in advance. We will definitely be back!

Good Burger! The staff is great! Easy parking and the service was very good. The three of us…read moreenjoyed our lunch and my son is a regular.

Since my first review, I've returned several times. I've ordered the cheeseburger combo, Philly…read morechicken combo and the Salmon plate. Everything I've ordered has been delicious! The cheeseburger is one of the best in the city! All of the food is seasoned well and made to order (the soul food sides are on the hot table, so I'm talking about the sandwiches or fried foods). The service has been great, and everyone I've talked with has been helpful as I made my order. I'm so excited to have found this spot! It's quickly becoming a favorite when I want comfort food. I highly recommend a visit here, SOON!

Absolutely DELICIOUS! I had the fried pork chops with cornbread, collard greens, and yams. My…read morefriend had the catfish nuggets with macaroni and cheese and yams. Everything was incredibly flavorful, portions were excellent, and the staff was friendly. I will absolutely be coming back in the future.

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.

It was my first time going here. Meeting a colleague at the locale because it was on his way home…read moreto Leeds. It was a "Back to the Future" experience. As I walked in the bartender yells at me, "What part of banned for life don't you understand....?" Fortunately, the PTSD keeping me on perpetual edge kicked in immediately and I responded, "Hey you're wearing my t-shirt you... give it back. And, how can I be banned from a place I've never been before?" The bartender and I then got down to the long history of Marty's PM (formally in Five Points), the legal and jurisdictional control of lifetime bans, and general 'long time no see, how you been?' chit chat. The place is situated in a nearly empty strip mall, which gives it a slightly post-apocalyptic vibe. It was nevertheless pretty crowded. They seem to be serving the same healthcare professionals/biker crowd that used to populate the 5-points version back in the day. I didn't try the food, but it looked pretty good. The prior version had one of the best grilled cheese sandwiches to be found. My only knock on the place would be the lack of draft beers. I toughed it out drinking Jack and Cokes. It's a little out of the way for me, but I suspect I'll be back sooner rather than later.

I definitely needed to refresh my Marty's GM review. I'm back loving them again! This is easily…read moreone of my favorite spots to grab a drink , food and just be around a fun group of people. The atmosphere is chill unless a Bama football game is on! I really enjoyed watching the bama vs mizzou game here a few weeks ago. The staff is fun and personable. As of recently, the food menu has been updated. They now have ballpark nachos and they are outstanding. TRUST ME!!! Marty's GM has my heart again.

The sandwich shop inside of All Good Brewing Co. The space is awesome, especially when the weather…read moreis good! Sandwiches are great, and pair well with the beers on tap at the bar. They even have slices of 'za available from Miracle Pizza Co in Avondale! Order at their counter in the back, and they brought it out to us outside. A wonderful way to spend a Saturday afternoon. Plus dog friendly!

Trail Magic is the new sandwich shop inside the new Good People place that went in where Ghost…read moreTrain used to be. My daughter got the turkey sandwich and I got the Cubano. They were both very good and quite large. We could have split one and been full. We sat outside which backs on to the trail with plenty of space for kids and dogs to run around. This place is a great find. Hope more people catch on.

Hidden gem alert. I…read moredon't know how I never knew about this place but I found it recently and I'm glad I did. Old school lunch counter vibes with a limited menu of a few things that they do really well, the burger being the main attraction. Pro tip on that burger: don't order a double. It's too big. The single burger is a substantial portion and will do the job of filling you up no matter how hungry you are. Plenty of indoor seating, private parking lot, near the airport, and the place is run by an older couple who have apparently been in business here for decades, perfecting the art of burger making. If you're doing a tour of local burger joints or you're near the airport looking for some real food, this place needs to be on your radar. Don't be hungry in this area and pass it by.

This place take you back to no frills , nothing fancy , just delicious comfort food and friendly…read morefamily service.

Love this spot! I go there for breakfast often and every time I go it's a hit. They have a lot of…read moreoptions to choose from. The owner of the shop is a very friendly, nice man. The food is always out in less than a few minutes but if you need it quicker, call ins are welcome. It's connected to a store so that you're able to grab anything else you might need while you wait in your food. This place is a gem and will always have my business!

From the owner: Hot cooked to order Wings, Sandwiches, Salads, Burgers, Pork Chops and fish !!read more