I'm sharing this experience so that future brides and event hosts can make an informed decision…read morewhen choosing a caterer. We hired Kats Kreations in April 2025 for our May 16, 2026 wedding. Our wedding was Princess and the Frog themed, and we specifically wanted unique menu items, including smoked alligator and frog legs. After discussing our vision with the owner, Katrice ("Kat"), she assured us she could provide everything we requested, so we signed a contract. On May 2, Kat visited the venue and was provided with the necessary venue and coordinator information. Then, on May 14, she asked about arriving around noon on the wedding day to begin preparing for cocktail hour. I reminded her that cocktail hour was scheduled for 5:00 PM and dinner service for 6:00 PM, and she confirmed she would arrive accordingly. On the wedding day, I stopped by the kitchen around noon and noticed that most of the food preparation had not yet begun. Trusting that the caterer had properly planned her timeline, I focused on getting ready for the ceremony. Unfortunately, when cocktail hour began, none of the appetizers were available. Guests were left waiting while drinks were served, and my coordinator informed me that we would need to stall because the food was not ready. I was later told that communication with the catering team became difficult and that both my coordinator and members of my husband's family had to step in to address the situation. The situation only worsened during the reception. Dinner, which was scheduled to be served at 6:00 PM, was served over an hour late. By the time food was available, many guests had already left or were frustrated after waiting so long. To make matters worse, portions of the food were overcooked and burnt, which was extremely disappointing considering the amount of planning, trust, and money that had gone into the catering service. While I appreciate the effort that goes into catering a large event, the significant delays, lack of communication, and quality issues had a major impact on our wedding day and our guests' experience. When I asked for compensation, she left me on read. DO NOT HIRE BRIDES!

The staff here are all so friendly! I loved this immediately about this place. I had the fried…read morewhitening (cooked to order) with cabbage and fried okra. FFF= fried fish Friday. I came up with this! The plate was plenty of food for two servings. Overall, this was a good plate. I was a little disappointed in the cabbage because it was just missing something. Katiynn's is located in the old Centerpoint elementary school, so there's definitely some old school , cafeteria nostalgia. I plan to return to try more of their menu. They also do catering.

Always a good meal at the Farmers Market! This is my favorite place in the Galleria food court! So…read moremany item to choose from for a small place. I had the bourbon chicken, green beans and peas, very good and very flavorful. The price is not bad and the staff is always very friendly. Great items to chose from if you are watching what you eat. They always have some grilled items as well as fried. Definitely worth trying if you haven't already .

Food was comforting and surprised to find in a mall but black eyed peas needed a bit of flavoring…read morefrom ham and salt if you're going to call it soul food. Fried okra was surprisingly good. Broccoli was well seasoned. Husband loved the bourbon chicken but his green beans were bland as well. Will go back!

The service and food was awesome!!! The cashier was extra friendly and so was the lady who worked…read morein the kitchen

great food and atmosphere. we got tenders, mac& cheese, & waffles. everything was delicious and…read morefresh. our server was nice.

One of the best restaurant in Chelsea. Serves great wholesome food with a wide variety of choices…read moreon their menu. Their service to their patrons is first class! The atmosphere at the restaurant is relaxing and everyone is so respectful.

Got by others telling us about it. Inside in basic but staff was nice. Food was great. Got Ice…read morecream has well. Waitress was nice to son (8 yrs old) and ask him questions . It right next to fire department.

Solid meat and 3/soul food option in the vicinity of the Bessemer courthouse…read more They're doing it right in here. Good selection of things ranging from your standard stuff to some more adventurous options. Big portions. Quick, friendly service. Lots of windows so good natural light and an open feel. Easy parking. Priced reasonably. All the seasonings. A good option if you're looking for a quality meal and you're in the market for some serious comfort food. If you're in this area don't second guess it.

The food is pretty good and they offer meat and veggies as well as other menu items. The service…read morewas friendly and prompt. My only complaint is the prices on their drinks. $5 for a large tea. It's 32 oz and seems high for little more than a cup of sugar water also if you get bread with your meal don't get the corn bread. As a true southern boy I know good cornbread and they don't have any. For my plate which consisted of beef tips mash potatoes and peas, large drink it was right at $18. The portions are large so maybe it's not such a bad price, and if you drink water it's not bad at all.

3/5 Sometimes your…read morefourth choice turns into a worthwhile stop. On Father's Day, our original lunch plans fell through after Curry Up, Eugene's Hot Chicken, and Boston Fish Market were all closed. That led us to Thelma's Place, a restaurant that had already been on my list to try, so we decided to give it a shot and ordered our meal to go. The first thing that stood out was the hospitality. Everyone we encountered was warm, welcoming, and genuinely friendly. Around 1:00 p.m., the restaurant wasn't busy, and the service was prompt. From an ambiance standpoint, there isn't much to speak of. The dining room is simple and functional, and the overall presentation could be elevated with improved lighting and a more polished steam table display. Those details may seem small, but they help create stronger first impressions. I ordered the meatloaf with collard greens and candied yams. The portion size was generous, but the meatloaf itself needed more seasoning to really stand out. The collard greens were one of the best items we tried, full of flavor without being overpowering, and the candied yams were solid. The cornbread was also a nice addition. My wife and Bethany both ordered fried chicken wings, even though they weren't listed on the menu. Those turned out to be a hidden gem. They were crispy, golden brown, hot, and cooked just right. For sides, my wife chose cornbread dressing and macaroni and cheese. We both felt the dressing had too much sage, which masked the other flavors. The macaroni and cheese was decent but not memorable. Bethany also enjoyed the collard greens and agreed that the macaroni and cheese was just okay. One disappointment was that they were sold out of oxtails, which would have been my wife's first choice. I was also hoping to see smothered pork chops available but didn't notice them. The pricing felt fair, and the portions offered good value. The biggest takeaway? Order the fried chicken and collard greens. Those were the clear standouts from our visit. I'd also be interested in returning when the oxtails are available, as they appear to be one of the restaurant's signature items. Thelma's Place didn't hit a home run across the board, but the friendly service, good value, and standout fried chicken made it a worthwhile stop. With a few improvements to seasoning and presentation, it has the potential to leave an even stronger impression.

I kept hearing about this place on the radio and decided to try it after church. Well, others must…read morehave had the same idea, because the line was out the door. Fortunately, the Pastor had just given a sermon on "wait for it" which is exactly what I had to do. Although the line was long, the people were very friendly and kind, giving the restaurant a family vibe.I was pleasantly surprised to see so many young people working in all areas of the restaurant showcasing their professionalism while being polite. are all so polite. Now, let's get to the food.... The greens, pinto beans and Mac n' cheese were all seasoned to perfection. The servings were more than enough. The food is GOOD!!! 1 meat and 2 sides or vegetable plate, your choice. Plenty of seating. Great place for a friend's meetup, class meetup, church meetup, baby shower or any celebration!

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!

Great range of options for both cold and hot pressed sandwiches. The ingredients tasted fresh! I…read moregot the Hot Honey Pressed Roll (hot), and it was great. I like that you can get either a half or a whole pressed sandwich! Very casual atmosphere. Everything was clean. If they're busy, you may have ~10 minute wait, but not too bad.

The first time we ate at a Roly Poly franchise was in Seaside, Florida in the early 2000s while on…read morevacation. While none of them have tasted quite as good since then (something about working up an appetite on the beach?), we still really enjoy a rare opportunity to eat at one. I knew we would be ready for lunch after a morning at a local museum, so I had researched possible venues earlier that morning. I showed my wife a short list and she immediately gravitated to Roly Poly. That would have been my first choice too. This one (the last one remaining in Birmingham, apparently) is in the Homewood neighborhood / area. It is located on a busy street with shops and plazas lining both sides. These look like they were built no later than 1950 but have evolved and been renovated as new tenants cycled through. We did angled parking on the street out front, but there may be better / easier parking on surrounding side streets. The only issue we had was backing out into traffic when we left; it took a few minutes for a gap. You enter and order at the counter. They have menus available there for you to check out. They have a rack of chips available, plus maybe other sides? I didn't look beyond the chips. You then sit down and wait for your order. I guess they have call-ahead too. Seating is along the wall to the right as you enter. There is a long bench the length of the wall with separate 4-person tables spaced along it, with 2 additional chairs each. Our order seemed to take a while, but it may have just been what we ordered (hot sandwich) versus other simpler orders getting filled faster. I got the French Twist, which is my favorite. I only got a regular and not a large, but I think I could have finished a large. My wife got something else, chicken-based I think. We both enjoyed this a lot. If I lived in the area, I'd probably stop in here semi-regularly.