yum yum and affordable pricing. The previous shop was closer to home but wanted to try this…read morelocation. Nice parking. Right off the main road. Had my taste buds ready for bbq chicken but settled for fried white meat chicken. It was crispy and tasted good to me. Had greens and yams. Price was under $15 with tax. They kept replenishing the food. The line moved fast. Inside the was basic diner atmosphere.

I've eaten here so much that it I can honestly say everything is delicious. Sundays the meatloaf is…read morefantastic, Saturday's the Beef tips and rice are amazing, fried bologna breakfast sandwich always hits, the fried chicken is so good. Pick anything and you won't be disappointed...

FOOD I've never had anything here that I didn't like…read more Burgers, fries, okra, broadcast, fish, salmon, burger chili cheese tots, you name it, it's awesome. My usual go to is to split the following with my wife...the mushroom bacon swiss burger, sweet potato fries, and fried okra. Ranch for the okra and tomato chutney for the sweet potato fries makes the meal. I sometimes branch out with those delicious chili cheese thoughts or the salmon burger. My dad loves the fried catfish. ATMOSPHERE This place is so fun! Plenty of seating inside and outside. The patio seating on a spring is wonderful. There are a two televisions so, while I haven't done it, I bet this would be a great place to watch a game. SERVICE The service here is always spectacular. That might be the best part about this place that keeps me coming back to it over and over. Keep it up guys, you rock! Be nice to them because they have always been nice to me. Pro tip...get that key lime pie!

YUM! I got the build your own (BYOB) chicken burger with pepper jack cheese, tomato, grilled…read moreonions, and chipotle aoli and a side of tater tots. It was ~$15. I was there Saturday night, about 7:30 PM, and the service was relatively fast, even though they were a bit busy. There are coloring sheets and crayons at the order counter. They also have high chairs. The environment is very casual - counter order / seat yourself. The employees were fairly nice. There are two one-person bathrooms. Some of the tables were dirty / sticky, but didn't majorly draw back from the experience.

Wife and I were downtown looking for place to eat after an appointment. Wife was interested in…read moresome vegetables. Went by Fife's it was about 12:15, we were expecting a wait. Only one person in line, restaurant was basically empty. Looked at menu and noticed meat and 2 was over$14.00. We decided maybe it was not the place for us, so we quietly left and went to Alpha Charlie's out by the airport which turned out to be a great experience. I've been to File's in years past and did not remember the place to be so dark and drab. Feel like this places days are numbered. Sure miss the Social Grill for the ones of you that are old enough to remember that place.

This was a short walk from my Airbnb and being from California. I'm not used to single digit prices…read moreon a breakfast menu. This is my idea of a perfect diner. Solid food made fresh. A bunch of regulars chatting at a table. I wanted to try the biscuits, but there weren't any. The sausage was my favorite part.

I was looking for a good burger & Vito's was highly recommended. When we got there it was difficult…read moreto determine where to order. They were pretty busy, so it took a little while to give our order. I got the classic bacon cheeseburger & my friend got the Philly Cheesesteak - it said it was good. My burger was huge & very tasty! The fries were ok, but the burger really was the star! The setting is a former Sneaky Pete's & very workable (clean/neat).

This was one of the best burgers I've eaten in the city! I ordered the classic cheeseburger with no…read moretomato and no lettuce, and added fries and a drink. It was well seasoned, juicy and thick! The fries were okay but the burger was truly the star! Service was good and the ambiance was typical of a lunch joint-busy!

I had the opportunity to patronize Slide Cafe this past weekend. It was Valentine's Day weekend, so…read moreI expected a longer wait time. I decided to order on-line to help minimize the wait. My order was placed 10:26 and would be ready by 10:41 a.m. The email stated to come to the pickup counter once my order was ready. I arrived at 10:40 and looked for a pick-up station but I didn't see that area to directly go to. I found an "order here" area with individual kiosks that allowed for ordering prior to sitting. I walked near the bar and was greeted, asked did I have a to-go order and my food was bagged and ready as promised. Service and speed were on point. The previous location was smaller, so I was excited to see the newer location. The popular of the business has grown in the Birmingham community so it's grand to see the business elevate upward as well! The decor was amazingly designed, with black and white colors with an accent of yellow. This instantly created a warming spirit from within. There was ample seating, some located near the window which I loved. The remaining seating areas were spaced out great and even had a seating in a separate section that could host a wedding party, baby shower or birthday celebration. The restaurant offers a different ordering vibe, as mentioned earlier with the kiosks. There was a host present to assist with menu explanations, suggestions and order processes. I think this is smart, to prevent people from order errors and skipped bills, allowing the customer to be directly in charge of what the kitchen sees. There are plenty of options like, sauce on the side, omit and add items during ordering. There are some menu items that are specifically crafted by the chef so no modifications can be made to these items. However, so many items are available that something that may be wanted may be purchase a la carte. The kitchen receives the order electronically and the guest is given a number to place on their table. There are servers to bring the food to the table as well. The owners are the final point of expediting, which is brilliantly done. They provide the final quality control before the meal reaches the guest. This remains me of Gordon Ramsey service because it doesn't meet Chef Racquel's standards, it's not going out! With a name like Slide Cafe, the menu does include different brunch or lunch slider options, like steak and eggs (steak=brisket), chicken & waffle slider and break-fast slide with bacon and Conecuh sausage! How about a burger, grilled chicken or crab cake slider if breakfast is not on your mind. Omelets, breakfast platters (small or large), seafood options like shrimp or salmon and grits, pork chop & gravy, signature hash skillets topped with various house-made sauces and vegan options as well! Bottled soda, tea and lemonade were available as well as a full bar for mimosas and mixed drinks. They even have a soul food menu on the weekend with whole fried okra, lamb chops, jerk oxtails and more. I think that is perfect to take home if you come to dine in for brunch! Now, let's take about the food. I ordered the Catfish and grits, Chicken and Gravy slider w/ a fried egg and cheese and a House Lemonade. My total was less than $30, which I feel is ok with the amount of food provide. The slider was packaged in a Styrofoam container. The Catfish & Grits were accented nicely with garnish is a plastic meal-prep container, perfect to reuse for something else. The slider, yes, amazing any day. They are called sliders, but they really are sandwiches! The chicken breast was seasoned in and out, fried beautifully, crispy and juicy. The biscuit was definitely homemade and moist, fluffy, yet firm to hold everything together. I ordered the gravy on the side, which came in a 4-6-ounce bowl and used a dunking action to indulge. The gravy is homemade, rich and peppery. 10/10! The lemonade was not just powered Country Time lemonade. There was a real tangy and not overly sweetness to it. I drink some of it down and added water and it still had a nice flavor! Now, let's talk about the main course, the Catfish and Grits. This was definitely the start of the show for me. The fish is REAL USA farm-raised catfish, not that swai fish people sale as catfish. The fish was fried to perfection, crispy, flaky, seasoned and just right. I was nervous that the Cajun roux would make the fish soggy, but it was like the fish batter was perfect to still remain its texture. The Cajun roux was fire, with the perfect balance of peppers and onions. THOSE GRITS: Smooth, silky, cheesy, perfectly salted. I did NOT have to add any salt or pepper to anything. Slide Cafe receives 10/10 for me. Don't just take my word for it, go try it yourself! They are open Wed-Sunday 9-3! -DASC

I've waited a few weeks to give this review for several reasons. I wanted to make sure I was no…read morelonger upset once I shared my experience. My girlfriends and I came to Bham for the weekend to enjoy a concert. We were all traveling. I was born and raised in Bham, lived there for 35 yrs until I married so I was looking forward to seeing what new places my hometown has now. I never visit unless it's a family situation & never get to enjoy a sit down restaurant while in town. One of my girlfriends picked this place in advance before we made it to Bham and we saw the location while grabbing dinner Friday night once we all arrived. She was very excited to try Slide Cafe. She also lived in Bham for years while attending school so it was nice for us to see new places to try. Once we arrived the hostess (JB) explained the process to us and we were seated. I ordered a Coke Zero. The hostess brought everyone drinks to the table and I noticed I didn't have a Coke Zero but a Diet Coke and every drink except the coffee was bottled. Coke Zero and Diet Coke are not the same but no problem. Just inform the buyer what they're paying for in case they rather choose something different. While the hostess is delivering our drinks + (1) coffee...he's holding the tray incorrectly, he leans with the coffee still on the tray, and the coffee falls, the lid comes off, and coffee is spilling continuously. It's now burning the hostess leg running into his socks and shoes but it's also spilling into my friend's purse that was positioned in the chair the hostess was standing over. Hot Coffee has filled her purse, ruined everything inside including her Air Pods, her wallet, and everything else inside. Here's where I become appalled....No one came to discuss this matter until 30 minutes after the incident. It was an awful feeling. We waited and waited and it only made the (4) of us more and more upset. We had not gotten our food yet because this happened as soon as we sat down, only our drinks were served. By the time the Co-Owner decided to come over, it was pointless. She showed little to no concern about how she would correct the incident nor did she show compassion to a woman just like herself. They decided to pay for her food. We wouldn't be there if we couldn't afford our food! She offered to clean her purse but did not think her air pods were damaged or her purse should be replaced. The coffee had so many grinds at the bottom of the cup as if it was the last of the coffee poured and it was also all over her things inside the purse. This experience was awful for all of us. The way we were treated is what made the incident 10 times worse. Had someone walked over to us immediately to help us understand the incident was NOT her fault and apologize on behalf of what happened and showed sensitivity to a woman who just had her things ruined, I would have shared a great experience in spite of what happened but that is not the outcome. I lived in Bham for 35 yrs and I watched places open and close often. If this management doesn't understand that this is not how you treat customers then this too will be another place that opened and closed. If I ever visit Bham again, I will never visit Slide Cafe! BTW, my Salmon was very dry. Salad was nice but after such as awful experience, none of us could enjoy our food even if it was good or bad.

08/30/26 -- Archie's B-B-Q & Burgers, Hoover, AL…read more Wonderful barbecue! Affordable prices! Prompt friendly service! Clean restrooms! Clean tables! Easy parking! Archie's B-B-Q! Our friend Anthony bought my brother a Jumbo Chopped Pork Sandwich with pickles and barbecue sauce, and it was delicious. The first thing we noticed when we walked in was that wonderful barbecue smell. Oh my! The lady who waited on us was extremely nice, and all the employees seemed really nice. And that barbecue sauce... mmm! I think it is some of the best barbecue I have ever had. I've passed Archie's who knows how many times over the years without stopping. We finally did today, and we will definitely be back. Highly recommended! Thank you, and God bless! Mark and Tim Elders

Read so many good reviews we decided to stop for lunch. Pros: hamburger is really good but small…read more The barbecue pork is good average. Not special. Cons : the inside is old and must be the original golden rule building. Loud. Small. Lady at cash register is abrasive. Very strange when you walk in. No one greets you. I had to ask do we take a seat- the same abrasive woman without looking at you says gimme a minute .Probably first and last visit

The Ranch House is conveniently located just off Columbia Road, north of Highway 31. The building…read morewas once a Pizza Hut and still retains that distinctive 1970s design. The Ranch House has been around for many years, and the parking lot always seems to be full. I had heard it was excellent for breakfast, but I was curious about what other options they offered. The restaurant has changed ownership several times over the years, yet it has maintained a loyal following. My friends and I stopped in for lunch on Monday, and I was impressed by how large the menu is. The sweet spot here is the classic meat-and-vegetable combinations. The term "meat and three" is part of the Southern vocabulary -- especially in Alabama -- and The Ranch House does it well. The meat and vegetable selections rotate daily, and there's enough variety that you should easily find something you'll enjoy. The restaurant also includes "Markarios" in its name, and you'll notice Mediterranean influences sprinkled throughout the menu. For lunch, I ordered the chicken shawarma wrap along with a Markarios side salad. The chicken was nicely seasoned and full of flavor, and the salad was fresh and excellent. Overall, a solid local spot with something for everyone.

We have been eating here for as long as I can remember but something has changed. We ate breakfast…read morethere today and they served the food cold. Had to send it back. They did remake it but then the grits were like water with lumps and instead of being in a bowl they are served on the plate - No taste to the food. The biscuit turned very hard after a few minutes like it had been cooked earlier and then microwaved prior to serving. Then we noticed the price on the check was not accurate when compared to menu. This is the second time this has happened to us there - the waitress pointed to a place on the menu that says an up charge for eggs. Well I guess they can charge whatever according to that. We'll also had to constantly flag people down to get service. A totally different atmosphere than years past

So we have always gotten to-go, which has been underwhelming, but wanted to try Sherry's in person…read moreto give them a better overview and rating. It was very quiet when we went on a weekday, and service was fast and friendly! The girls working were so sweet and were successful in getting the line moving. There was a small rush after us in line but overall in the dining area there were 4-5 tables seated by the time we left. Fried chicken I have gotten to go and was soggy previously, but I see it is freshest in person at the line! Seasonings have been changed for the better and all the sides were above average. The peach cobbler was the only side that was an uncertain result for me as the peaches were great but surrounded by nothing but dough, not crust, which I also like some of. Atmosphere was quiet and cozy. Will continue to give them a try here and there to find what I enjoy the best, especially for local biz!

How have I not found this place? Food is incredible,…read more delicious and HUGE portions Wonderful friendly staff, extremely affordable I will be back