Our work group had lunch at Bistro V on 6/11, and it was very nice…read more This restaurant sits in the shopping center on the corner of Montgomery Highway and Tyson Drive in Vestavia Hills, next to Snapper Grabbers Restaurant. The restaurant is gorgeous, with beautiful artwork adorning the walls and cool tables all around. The second area of seating had a nice bar area and more gorgeous artwork on the walls. Our server was super kind and gave us time to review the menu while he shared the specials. I decided on the Fried Shrimp plate, which came with sweet potato fries and slaw. My coworkers got different things from the menu, and a couple of them asked for his recommendations. He said the crab cakes were amazing and also the scallops. It took about 20-25 minutes or so for all the food to be ready because we had a large party. Everyone at our table seemed to really enjoy their meal. My shrimp were perfectly seasoned and fried. The sweet potato fries had a good flavor to them. The slaw was a little more liquid than I am used to, but it was good. The only reason I cannot give the full 5 stars? Parking at lunchtime is ABYSMAL, and this was at 12:30pm (on the back side of lunchtime). We had to "fight" the Chick-Fil-A drive-thru traffic to turn into the parking lot for Bistro V. Then we had to circle the parking lot multiple times to find parking places. I finally found a place behind the Regions Bank to park and walk back to the restaurant. It was a mess out there. Other than the horrible parking, the food was great and the place was beautiful. I would definitely recommend you try it out!

Convenient location Outside dining available ( viewing the…read moreparking lot) Energetic vibe Inventive fresh libation creations from the bar The menu selection is somewhat geared towards seasonal ingredients I have dined here several times with others who LOVE BistroV, I have found it to be satisfactory on salads, and the occasional appetizer, but generally find the entree offerings to be over seasoned and many times overcooked. On my last group dinner there I simply had the Boston Bibb Salad with a cup of the shrimp corn chowder, I found both satisfying. Our server was stellar, anticipating our needs and then giving us room to enjoy. Apologies for what might appear as a vague review... Many people seem to really enjoy the restaurant, and it seems to have an active clientele, I just haven't found a reason to initiate going back myself.

Was extremely impressed by the service, ambiance and amazing food. Everything was to die for. Shout…read moreout to the Chef and especially Bishop for the most amazing experience a girl can ask for. Will definitely be back!

Infinite amount of stars for the food but negative one star for how slow they are. So very hard to…read morerate this place. So here is the downfall. It might have been the slowest dinner I ever had in my life. I had a 7:00 PM reservation and I arrived early and sat down at 6:50. After being greeted and ordering wine I placed an order of the pork belly appetizer at 7:05. The pork belly appetizer came out at 8:00, 55 minutes after ordering. I placed the entree order at 7:30 and it came out at 8:30. There were only 3 other tables in the restaurant. Two three tops and a two top so not even large tables. Why on earth is it taking an hour to get out an order. I have my credit card at 8:50 and got it back at 9:15. 25 minutes to charge a card? I mean I guess you can get busy but the 4 tables here had 3 people helping with them. At no point when the server came by my table did I ever say I needed another minute. So, a 2.5+ hour dinner as a single diner was ridiculous, especially considering they were not busy. The food here was truly incredible, some of the best I've had anywhere I've traveled. I absolutely loved it. You can tell they source fresh, local ingredients daily, and that commitment clearly shines through in the quality of every dish. I started with the pork belly appetizer, which was outstanding. The cut had the perfect balance of meat and fat, expertly cooked with the fat beautifully rendered. The flavors were exceptional as well, finished with a maple glaze and paired with a sweet potato cornbread that was completely unique and memorable. For my main course, I ordered the smoked ribeye, and it was flawless. The quality was top-tier, with gorgeous marbling that truly reflected a prime cut. The smoke flavor was perfectly balanced--present but never overpowering. It had a beautiful crust, was expertly seasoned, and cooked to an ideal temperature. It honestly could not have been better. They also offered a few amuse-bouches that were equally impressive. A single bite of cherry tomato with lamb bacon was one of the best bites I've ever had. To finish, I was served a watermelon and muscadine sorbet with a St-Germain finish, an incredibly thoughtful and skillful dessert. There is an immense amount of talent in this kitchen. You will never be disappointed by the food here. My experience seemed to be overshadowed by the slow service and near the end I was so ready to just leave. However I might consider returning just for the food.

We originally heard about Dyron's from TikTok and several people ranking restaurants and it being…read morein most of all of their top 3 spots. We started with the biscuits with whipped fig butter ($8) and they were good. We also got the crab claws and I enjoyed the cornmeal breading and homemade cocktail sauce. ($26) I got the Greg Abrams red snapper with cheese grits and green beans. This was good and the fish was flavorful but I couldn't get past the dryness of it. I enjoy a flaky, moist fish - not one that I have to saw into. ($46) David got the gulf flounder and jumbo lump crab. He enjoyed but said there could've been more of it. ($51) It was very crowded and I absolutely would not try it without a reservation. They obviously do something right. It feels like Mountain Brook locals absolutely love it and it's probably a weekly spot for them - just the vibe I got. It's casual but you could dress up and fit in too. Our waiter was friendly and knowledgeable. Parking was horrendous - as it's downtown Mtn Brook. We circled around several painfully narrow streets before finding a spot. But didn't have to pay for parking so that was a plus I guess. We would go again if someone else wanted to but not on our own regard.

I was very impressed with our meal at Dyrons! We went for a date night and it was definitely a…read moresurprise hit. It was a little loud but we also went at a busy time. We had great service and the food was excellent! We definitely will go again. Any restaurant that has biscuits as an appetizer gets bonus points from me!

The spicy coconut soup was very good since the shrimp and pork soup was sold out. The sushi is…read morepretty amazing. I had the Bender Roll, the Open Tab Toll & the Lakeview Roll ,, and they did not disappoint.

One of the best Happy Hours you can find in Birmingham. Any day of the week no less. The food…read moreoptions vary just enough to satisfy everyone's taste. Set food menu with bar specials. However, those delicious nachos is one of the best kept secrets that I'm happy to share. Top notch service and staff. Plenty of seating options both indoor and outdoor. Sitting at the bar not your desire? Perfect place to people watch outdoors or sit at a cozy table inside the restaurant.

first time customer! Kevin was great! the food recommendations were on point. definitely returning!read more

Another great visit to Cajun Roux! We were seated quickly, and our server was fantastic--friendly,…read moreknowledgeable, and she made an excellent recommendation. I decided to try something new and ordered the Wicked Chicken based on her suggestion. It was delicious, full of flavor, and the portion was huge. I also had the bacon-wrapped sausage, which is always one of my favorites and never disappoints. The combination of great service, generous portions, and consistently good food is why I keep coming back. If you're looking for flavorful Cajun cuisine, Cajun Roux is definitely worth a visit.

So it's funny because, I think I enjoyed my to-go catfish and okra more than sitting down! To go…read morewas much more crispier and satisfying. Of course catfish is a "muddier" fish type so I expect some graying or pieces not as flavorful, but it was maybe a 6/10 in-restaurant versus 9/10 at home/takeout. Service was average and our waitress was helpful and polite. Music was mostly R&B and a little louder at times depending on the song, but palatable aside from a few unnecessary rap songs that weren't really the vibe for me, personally. Veggies with teriyaki were just okay, and 1/3 of the cup had olive oil base that could have been drained or replaced with more sauce/seasoning. Shrimp was my favorite, 10/10! And those egg rolls! Our mom in law date was made successful from those, definitely .

After enjoying Sunday dinner here previously, we came back to Simone's Kitchen & Cocktails to…read moreexperience their Saturday brunch, and overall, it was another solid visit. We were seated immediately, and our hostess also served as our waitress. Despite wearing multiple hats, she did a great job making recommendations, and every suggestion she made turned out to be a winner. The atmosphere had plenty of energy thanks to a live DJ, giving brunch a fun vibe. My only complaint was the volume. The music was loud enough that it made conversation at our table difficult. To drink, I ordered the It's a Henny Thang, while my wife chose the Rosa Goddess. Both cocktails were excellent and easily among the highlights of the meal. For brunch, we ordered the SKC Salmon Croquettes, Cajun Catfish & Grits, and SKC Chix & Waffles. The Cajun Catfish & Grits was the clear standout. The catfish was crispy, well-seasoned, and paired perfectly with the creamy grits. If you're visiting for brunch, this is the dish I'd recommend first. The Salmon Croquettes were also good. While they didn't quite reach the level of the catfish, they really came alive with a splash of Crystal Hot Sauce, which added just the right amount of acidity and heat. The only disappointment was the Chix & Waffles. The waffles were good but not particularly memorable, and the chicken wings didn't have quite the same wow factor we experienced during our previous visit. Overall, Simone's continues to impress with quality food, creative cocktails, and friendly service. While not every dish hit the same high note, the catfish and grits alone are worth the return trip, and the cocktails were outstanding. Recommendation: Order the Cajun Catfish & Grits, don't skip the cocktails, and if you prefer a quieter brunch, be prepared for the DJ to bring plenty of energy.

This place has never disappointed. I take family and friends…read morethere or get Delivery of late. The one restaurant they all like Is Mr. West! The chicken wraps A+ The nachos A+ The Mongolian beef A+ The egg rolls A+ The people are nice and It's got great atmosphere!

I tried this place again and ordered the soft shell bun,…read more Not sure what to think, still can't taste the soft shell due to heavy coating, where is the body of the crab? It's all tentacles or legs. Service is okay and the ambiance is fine.

The ambiance was beautiful. I for one loved the fish celling lights. The customer service was…read moregreat. Out of all the sushi I've had this is some of the best. Me and my boyfriend had a great valentines night.

Over priced. Mediocre Food. Bad Presentation…read more My husband and I dined there on Thursday sat at the bar and was less than impressed with the experience. We got there right when they opened so I will allow them some grace for taking a while to get our order.. but there was no explanation of the menu, no drink suggestions.. just here's your menu. We ordered shrimp cocktail, and oysters to start...now the oysters have always wow'd me, this time i wasn't too impressed with the selection I chose. For my entree, I order the fried snapper that was cooked extra crispy (I didn't ask for) at $60. The snapper wasn't bad but it definitely wasn't $60 good either. There presentation was not the best, no side on the place. I also ordered the pink lady peas that were damn near raw and dry. I tried my best to eat them but the bartender saw my struggle and offered to change them out. I will say the carrots were pretty good. I ended up adding a lobster tail which was a whopping $33 for ONE 5oz tail. Our bill was $226. I was extremely disappointed because the price didn't match the quality of food or the experience. Ocean has always been one of my favorites (for well over 17 years) however this gave Fish Market quality with Beverly Hills prices. We probably won't be back. Birmingham has far better options. Did I mention they had a bottom shelf selection of alcohol options and had the audacity to up charge for Tito's and Grey Goose?? Ridiculous!