We loved this wonderful restaurant. Fresh, delicious food, service was incredibly fast, and the…read moreclean, beautiful decor made our lunch time experience a delight. It was also located close to our tour of exhibits at the Birmingham Museum of Art.

Monday was the beginning of TEACHER APPRECIATION WEEK, and it was celebrated with the tastiest…read morelunch! I searched two other Urban Cookhouse restaurants to ensure I find THE ONE, so they would each know that this particular establishment deserves kudos! There was a choice between steak and chicken lunch with rice, salad, and cinnamon roll for dessert. Although I surely thought the grilled chicken was tender, well-seasoned, and simply delicious, those who chose steak made comparable compliments. My husband, friends, and I must become guests of this Urban Cookhouse. We did not know what we were missing. Kudos to the cooks, meal preparers, as well as the transporters and servers who sponsored these meals--RENEW BIRMINGHAM, for a grand beginning of our TEACHER APPRECIATION WEEK at Minor Elementary School!

I stopped by Trattoria ZaZa for brunch on Sunday after church, and overall, I had a really…read moreenjoyable experience. There was a bit of a wait before my order was taken, but honestly, it worked out in my favor because it gave me plenty of time to look over the menu. There were so many tempting options that it was honestly hard to decide! I ultimately chose three items and enjoyed a few bites of each. Ham & Fontina Scone: This was my first time trying a scone, and I was pleasantly surprised. The texture reminded me of a dry biscuit, but the ham added a delicious savory flavor that I really enjoyed. Frittata Plate: The frittata was SO good! It wasn't too dry, and all of the flavors worked really well together. It was served with polenta, which reminded me of really fine grits, along with fruit. After trying it, I realized that one entrée would definitely be enough for me to enjoy on its own. Breakfast 'ZA: This was essentially a breakfast pizza topped with a fried egg, and the egg was such a nice touch. The 'ZA itself was really good, although I think adding something similar to a gravy or sauce would make it a little less dry. Even without it, though, the fried egg really took it to another level. Brown Sugar Shaken Espresso: I decided to try the Brown Sugar Shaken Espresso, which was the barista's pick. This was my first time having a shaken espresso, and I'm so glad I gave it a try! It was refreshing and perfect for a hot day. The inside of Trattoria ZaZa is nice, although it is somewhat small, so I opted to sit outside. It was a very warm day, but the awning provided plenty of shade and made the outdoor seating comfortable. I also appreciated that, even though the restaurant doesn't have traditional table service, someone periodically checked on me to make sure I didn't need anything else. Overall, I had a great brunch experience at Trattoria ZaZa. There were plenty of menu options, the food was flavorful, and I really enjoyed trying a few things that were new to me. I'd definitely be open to coming back and trying more of the menu!

We came for dinner before a show down the street at the Lyric. First time here. She had the baked…read moremacaroni and cheese with vegetables added and absolutely loved it. I had the daily special, which was a broken lasagna. Also very, very good. Mixed greens on the side rounded out our table. The pizza looked very good and reminded us of pizza in a shop we love in Cleveland Heights, Ohio. It's walk up service, no ordering from your table, which was fine. The menu has a nice variety. The store is a downtown casual vibe. We probably should've opted for outdoor seating, because the evening was so nice.

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.

The food is so good and a great price. I've had the bagels and the cheese grits for breakfast. I've…read moretried pesto chicken panini for lunch. The staff is always friendly.

Always absolutely amazing. Every time my godmother comes and visit she forces me to take her there…read moreto get their butter rolls and chicken salad. So far the best bakery in town.

The food was delicious! Our waitress was friendly and attentive. I will definitely return!read more

This review is specifically for the catered/box lunches we recently enjoyed from Tasty Town…read more Each lunch was boxed separately and included the silverware packet. That's a huge plus; the number of times I've seen referees having to pass on the side because they didn't have utensils! The entree was a chicken pita. It did have a few fresh onions, but I enjoyed them since I didn't have to be the one dragon breathing around the field all day. We did have a choice of roasted potatoes or basmati rice. The potatoes went much quicker than the rice; I had the potatoes and they were fantastic. There was also a tray of chocolate chip cookies provided. I don't think they were frash made; they looked similar to other restaurants generic chocolate chip cookies. They were a nice addition to the lunch, though. They also provided sweet and unsweet tea in gallon jugs.

The Essential was such an unexpected find during our trip through Alabama. We weren't expecting to…read morestumble across such an elegant restaurant serving truly elevated food, but it ended up being one of our favorite meals. I ordered the seafood pasta, and you could immediately tell the pasta was homemade. It was fresh, perfectly cooked, and the seafood was beautifully prepared. My daughter had the spaghetti, and my husband ordered the Waldorf salad, which was just as thoughtfully put together. Our waitress also recommended the hummus and house pickles, and I'm so glad we listened. Both were fresh, unique, and the perfect way to start the meal. From the food to the service, everything felt polished without being pretentious. It was one of those meals where every dish was executed with care and attention to detail. Overall, The Essential was such a pleasant surprise and proof that you can find five star dining experiences in the most unexpected places. If you're anywhere near Birmingham, this place is absolutely worth the stop.

Really cool place with a quaint atmosphere and great service. My wife and I split the chicken…read moresandwich, grits and a hash brown. All were really good. We got the sauce on the side for the sandwich just in case, but it was really good. Definitely a place I want to revisit. Saw the smash looking burger and pancakes at tables and they both looked amazing!!

My first purchase was thru Door Dash... loved what I got but had a suggestion for a possible…read moreimprovement. They called me a few days later.. had some of my suggestions available for me. OMG what was good was even better. Even more important, they listened and actually considered and used my idea. I can't wait for my next visit. I'm anxious to try something that's completely new to me. At Adam and Eve I have complete faith it will be fantastic! Sorry... didn't think of pics soon enough... it was just too good.

The vegan "wraps" or sandwiches with pita bread are very well done. They are rolled on the side and…read morecut in half. This place mixes middle eastern quality with a refreshing healthy cafe for smoothies, juices, sandwiches, or epic dessert options. I saw shapes of croissants I've never seen here. Would love to try the crepes next time. The vegan "wraps" or sandwiches with pita bread are very well done. They are rolled on the side and cut in half. This place mixes middle eastern quality with a refreshing healthy cafe for smoothies, juices, sandwiches, or epic dessert options. I saw shapes of croissants I've never seen here. Would love to try the crepes next time.

Large selection of burgers / dogs, appetizers. Large group filled three tables and service was able…read moreto accommodate. If the food and large beer tap offerings is not enough, an arcade is attached.

A great local bar game room restaurant. Great service and the burgers and onion rings oh so goodread more

We were in town for a work meeting and this was close to the building, and since my co-workers…read morehaven't had this before, I vouched for it and they enjoyed it. We were going for a light meal but our bowls ended up being heavy. I ordered brown rice and black lentils, then added a bunch of toppings and tzatziki sauce and the grilled chicken. It was pretty good. The bathrooms were atrocious though... I think it's so busy that nobody has time to get to clean the crappers. I think they were unisex too, but forget.

This place gives me a lot of mixed feelings. I love that it's a healthier option and it doesn't…read moremake you feel stuffed after eating but the portion sizes are so small. Especially if you order delivery like DoorDash. I can't tell you how many times they have forgotten things. The chicken & salmon taste good but you just need more. The greens are usually fresh. The blueberry lemonade was very tart and not sweet at all. Overall I believe if they gave you more food it would be better. The inside of the store is very clean I will say.

What a gem. The food is great! The service is super friendly, and atmosphere is charming. I had the…read moreBlue Corn Grits and they exceeded my expectations.

One of the best sourdough-based bakeries we have tried in the US. The bread was supple with…read moreexcellent crumb. They take absolute care and pride in everything--even the eggs were extra tasty and their breakfast sandwiches....yum. Most of the pastries are made with sourdough (except danishes, cookies, muffins). And they are top notch. Tender, buttery, flavorful, no skimping on anything. Just plain delicious. Bought more to save for afternoon coffee. The Friday offerings of challah, rye, and bagels are not sourdough but made with great care--even the bagels are made using tangzhong and cold proofed for 48 hours. Even those who do not emote about food and those carefully counting macros and calories in our family were impressed, vocal, and eagerly finishing off all of the offerings, sweet and savory. And great service!