This was an absolutely fantastic experience from start to finish! The fried green tomatoes were a…read moreclear favorite... perfectly crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and packed with flavor. I hate tomatoes. But theeeeeeeese? OMG. I also had the smokehouse burger, and it was hands-down one of the best burgers I've had in a long time. Everything tasted fresh and was cooked just right. What really stood out beyond the food was the overall experience. The staff was incredibly nice, welcoming, and attentive without being overbearing, which made us feel right at home. The restaurant itself was clean and comfortable, and even the bathrooms were spotless, which always says a lot about a place. It also hasn't been very busy the times we've gone, which made for a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere. Even so, the food came out quickly and was still hot and fresh, which is the best of both worlds. We actually loved it so much that we went back again just a couple of days later, and it was just as good the second time around. If you're looking for great Southern food, friendly service, and a laid-back dining experience, Dale's Southern Grill is definitely worth a visit. The ONLY thing I didn't like was the kids' chicken finger meal. I tried one of the chicken fingers when biting it to give to my toddler, and it wasn't good. The taste was weird and it was gummy. I ended up not giving her them.

My wife and I ate lunch there today. we had not been in over a year but today was a disappointment…read more we ordered poppy seed chicken that was bland and mostly rice. The carrot soufflé was heavy and burned. even the bran muffin which we have enjoyed in the past was dry and lacked flavor. I did try the strawberry shortcake that was good. I the past a table at noon was hard to get but today the restaurant was only about 2/3's full. I guess we are not the only ones that realize this is no longer the great place to eat that it used to be.

I ordered a big Jack minus the ketchup and cheese. They got that part right. It was supposed to…read morehave mayo on it, but there was none. I also got the mashed potatoes and gravy. If you look at the picture of the Big Jack hamburger on the display menu you need to lower your expectations about 50%. They need to change the name, from Big Jack to Just Jack. Nothing big about it other than a bunch of bread. When I walked in and went to the register to order my food, there was no one in front of me in the line. It took slightly over eight minutes for someone to take my order. Person really never spoke to me, but just stared at me and waited for me to tell her my order. She did tell me how much I owed. As for ambience, I ended up taking my food to go because ordering my food and getting my food took a long time. I'm in that area every Sunday but have never been to that Jack's location. Thought I would try it. For me that visit was disappointing. I did like the mashed potatoes and gravy though.

This location recently opened. I had already been in for some breakfast on the go but had not…read moregotten to eat lunch there until today. The dining area is nicer than your typical fast-food place. It's nice that they deocrate it for the holidays, too. They were pretty busy, so not all of the tables had been wiped down, but we found one that worked. We did have to ask for napkins as the dispenser was empty. (We've since been back around the same time of day, and all the tables were clean and the napkins stocked.) Pretty good burger for the deal if you use their app. I also like that you can get a less-fastfoodish option of chicken and veggies if you want.

The employees were very nice and the ambiance was great. The portions were nice, but the food…read morelacked a little in the seasoning of the food. A little bland, but otherwise recommended!

Phil Sandoval's Mexican Restaurante is a fun place to grab a fine Mexican meal and the service is…read morefriendly and professional and the overall ambiance is fun and lively. The street tacos were a good choice and I would recommend them. When we were here, since it was a nice night, we opted for outdoor seating. I would definitely recommend here

This is some really good fried chicken. Great skin, super fresh, moist, all the things. We split…read morethe 3 piece dark meal with fries, and it hit the spot. I had a nice, crispy diet coke. We had the hot tamales to start, which were pretty good as well. The atmosphere is very kid friendly, and service was good. They've got a full bar. I'm not normally all the way out in Alabaster like this, but would definitely come here again.

Stopped at this location during a road trip, I have been to Champy's in Chattanooga before. Was…read moreexcited and the food/ambiance was good as usual. Only concern was I asked for Champy's sauce with the tender basket, looked at it in the parking lot and noticed it looked like their honey mustard instead. Tried it, confirmed it tasted like honey mustard, then went inside with my receipt asking for it to be switched for Champy's sauce. Spoke to a waitress (not the one who helped us at drive thru) and I explained that I wanted Champy's sauce. She said "uh huh" confused and I held up what I had saying it tasted like honey mustard. She said yes Champy's sauce is honey mustard based. I told her I've been to (and worked as a teenager) at Champy's before in Tennessee and the color was more yellow than the orange I'm used to (like they added too much honey mustard) and again it tasted exactly like honey mustard. She explained that the Champy's sauce (and red heat) recipe was different at their location. I took her answer and left. Not sure if I indeed had honey mustard (they come in the same containers) and she didn't want to double check or if their Champy's sauce recipe really is just primarily honey mustard. I think the people of Alabama are missing out though on the champys sauce from the original location in Chattanooga, not sure why there is so much variation between locations. Other than that, everything was great!

We love having Refined to Go in our community! The food is always exceptional and the owner is so…read morekind and talented. We enjoyed the wedge salad and fish tacos today. Everything was seasoned or sauced immaculately. We did request fries as a substitute when we placed our order but still received the cumin chips alongside our fish tacos, so make sure you check your order before leaving the restaurant!

Update: 10/15/25... owner immediately responded and apologized for my experience. They had a new…read moreemployee and he addressed the concern with her. I really appreciate owner response and made things right. Back to supporting my favorite restaurant in Helena! Original post: 10/12/25... It's Sunday 10/12/25 4:33pm and they close at 5pm. I called to place an order and it was too late. What??? I have placed orders several times and never had a problem. I literally live 5 minutes down the road and it's too late?

This is our spot! Frequent this location, often during celebrations and Veterans Day and other…read moreyearly experiences. The food is always on point. The pancakes are always fat and the waitress is sometimes funny depending on their mood at the time of your visit. This is a hidden gem in a community. Sometimes we can get a few looks when we walk into the building from guest like we were unicorns. But, There's a lot of diversity among the staff and we enjoy being there and feeling welcome by them.

They say breakfast is the most important meal of the day and the Pelham Diner is a great spot to…read moregrab that all important meal. It is a smaller diner, but the service was friendly and the food was good. It has that old school diner feel to it, which I can definitely appreciate. This place has a lot of positives, so I would definitely recommend here.

My wife and I were in Birmingham for a couple of days. We read about Jake's Soul Food Cafe in…read moreHoover on Google and decided to give it a try. We're glad we did. My wife had Port of Spain's Curry Chicken and I had the Jamaican Jerk Chicken. Both were good and flavorful. The chicken was meaty, tender, and juicy. We both had "cabbage with soul" and fried sweet plantains for our sides. Both dishes came with sweet cornbread. The chicken was good, but the cabbage with soul and cornbread were the stars of the plate. Oh, man, that cabbage was mighty fine. We talked with the GM afterward and she said we have to try the Pork Chops with gravy and collards. When we make it back there one day we will do that. If you're in Hoover, give them a try.

Decided to eat dinner here . I ordered a veggie plate and while I was shocked that the food comes…read morein small containers , it was more than enough. I ordered Mac & cheese, cabbage, greens, black eyed peas , sweet potato casserole, and cornbread. I still have food left and took small portion of dessert banana pudding . I ordered the black cake but didn't try it. The black eyed peas were the best and I least liked the greens. I didn't receive the cabbage and I'm assuming they ran out since I got 2 greens ? The Mac & cheese was ok. The drinks were good and not super sweet. If u want a Caribbean feel eatery try them out!

Stopped by Half Shell Oyster Bar for happy hour and had a good experience! We sat at the and the…read morebartenders were friendly, attentive, and made us feel welcome from the moment we arrived. Drinks were $2 off during happy hour. We ordered the fried crab claws and the chargrilled oysters, and both were excellent. The crab claws were perfectly crispy and flavorful, and the chargrilled oysters were hot, buttery, and absolutely delicious. They paired perfectly with happy hour drinks. If you're looking for a great spot for happy hour with tasty appetizers, great service, and a relaxed vibe, I definitely recommend checking out Half Shell Oyster Bar. We'll definitely be back!

Starting off i have been here quite a few times. And each time I have absolutely loved it and what…read morethis amazing dining restaurant brings to Pelham. I was able to come to have a team meeting and I was able to enjoy a dish of Voodoo Shrimp to start out and finish up with the Shrimp and Grits/Bacon. The staff and service was amazing and checked on us multiple times. Cannot say enough about them. The restaurant was also super clean and tidy so I really appreciate that when I walked in. The restaurant is in what used to be an Old Elementary School Building and they transformed it into a fully unique experience. The music in the background was soft and the bar and tables looked so nice. I would recommend this place to anyone traveling to or visiting Pelham to eat!