Eli's Jerusalem Grill

4.3 (442 reviews)

ModerateFalafel, Vegan, Gluten-Free

Open • 11:00 am - 7:00 pm

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Beef and Lamb Shawarma Plate with rice and carrot salad with side falafel

Sarah G.

This place was SO yum!! The falafel was some of the best I've ever had and the carrot salad had a pleasant zesty spice to it that was the cherry on top!! The beef and lamb was delicious and tender! They have the entire menu allergen labeled and staff seems knowledgeable about allergies!! I can't have gluten or dairy so I was pleasantly surprised when I started looking over the menu and could have most everything on it! Even some of the fried foods!! The decor is so cool and totally fitting the vibe! Everyone was very nice and quick. Will be back!!!!

Owen C.

Very good servers in here. The one that accepts the order at the front counter was very kind and the one cookingyou can tell is doing a lot of great work. Then there was another one that continuously cleaned every single table and everything in the restaurant. It was a very cleaned and nice place. The food was very good too.

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Susan N.

12 years ago

We ate here in November; I think not long after they opened. It was a little strange but not altogether bad. Everyone was very friendly and eager to make us happy. Several people hovered over us as we were figuring out what to order at the register--it was kind of sweet but a little annoying. Our food was good but not quite hot enough. Fox News was unfortunately being shown on the large TV; I think the sound was off at least but still....If I go again I will check to see what is on the TV first before I order--if it's Fox again, then I will leave before spending a dime in there. I don't want MSNBC either. Either have it off or have a sitcom or the Weather Channel on please. There was a floater/waiter type guy who was friendly and helpful and I think the owner (or somebody like that) came around to check on us. Before we left I placed a to go order to take food home for my student son. They left out part of his order--inexcusable. I should have checked the bag myself before I got it home and will always do so from now on. So it was kind of a mixed experience and I might give them another try (assuming no Fox News!) read more

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4673 Hwy 280 E
Birmingham, AL 35242
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What time does Eli's Jerusalem Grill open?

Eli's Jerusalem Grill opens at 10:30 AM on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.Eli's Jerusalem Grill opens at 11:00 AM on Sunday.

What time does Eli's Jerusalem Grill close?

Eli's Jerusalem Grill closes at 8:00 PM on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.Eli's Jerusalem Grill is closed on Tuesday.Eli's Jerusalem Grill closes at 7:00 PM on Sunday.

Mon, Wed-Sat 10:30 AM - 8:00 PMTue ClosedSun 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM

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Does Eli's Jerusalem Grill take credit cards?

Yes, Eli's Jerusalem Grill takes credit cards.

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Does Eli's Jerusalem Grill have catering options?

Yes, Eli's Jerusalem Grill does have catering options.

Does Eli's Jerusalem Grill have a drive thru?

No, Eli's Jerusalem Grill does not have a drive thru.

Does Eli's Jerusalem Grill serve alcohol?

Yes, Eli's Jerusalem Grill serves alcohol. Beer & Wine Only

Indoor Amenities

Does Eli's Jerusalem Grill allow dogs?

Yes, Eli's Jerusalem Grill allows dogs.

Does Eli's Jerusalem Grill have TVs?

Yes, Eli's Jerusalem Grill has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Eli's Jerusalem Grill have bike parking?

Yes, Eli's Jerusalem Grill has bike parking.

Does Eli's Jerusalem Grill have outdoor seating?

Yes, Eli's Jerusalem Grill has outdoor seating options.

Does Eli's Jerusalem Grill have parking?

Yes, Eli's Jerusalem Grill has parking options. Private Lot Parking

Other Amenities

Is Eli's Jerusalem Grill wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Eli's Jerusalem Grill is wheelchair accessible.

Does Eli's Jerusalem Grill have free WiFi?

Yes, Eli's Jerusalem Grill has free WiFi.

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In order to bring to your table the best tasting and healthiest food possible, we have chosen to purchase our Certified Naturally Grown fresh produce from Owls Hollow Farm, located North of Gadsden. Our beef is grass-fed, with no antibiotics or hormones added. The chicken is organic and our cooking oil is non-GMO. We serve organic basmati rice and Israeli couscous. No MSG is ever used.

History

Established in 2014.

Our restaurant is dedicated to serving you the freshest produce, skillfully prepared quality meats, and all served with our Homemade Pita prepared daily in our kitchen, along with homemade soups and desserts, to bring you the tastiest and best loved food of Israel.

Meet the Business Owner: Eli M.

Born and raised in Israel. Eli brings his love of the food he was raised on to Birmingham.

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Yes, they confirmed that the vegetable plate is vegan. Yay!

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Falafel Cafe

Had a gyro with hummus, lettuce, onion and tomato, tzatziki and tahini sauce.....holy cow it was…read moredelicious. Will be back tomorrow again!

Food was great! I got it to go so can't really judge ambiance. The server was very nice and helpful.read more

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Lapeer

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My husband surprised me yesterday by bringing me to Lapeer. I had not even heard of the restaurant…read moreso on our drive there, I looked up the menu. It's a fine dining restaurant with nice seafood options. Valet parking was available, which I love. The restaurant has low lighting and a quiet, yet engaging atmosphere. Our waiter was phenomenal! Tens across the board. His recommendations were spot on. We started with the calamari. It wasn't served with a sauce and baby....it didn't need a sauce. It was perfect on its own The bread he brought out was good--very airy. I had to try the Caviar slider. It was the perfect blend of salty and crunchy. I tried the onion rings and they were delicious. My husband and the NY Strip Steak with Au Gratin Potatoes. I tried a bite of his food and it was delicious. We ended with a Pineapple Passionfruit Sorbet and it was so good! I have no criticisms. I would most certainly come back.

I booked Lapeer to celebrate a friend's birthday -- what should have been a special evening turned…read moreinto one of the most disappointing dining experiences I've had. For a restaurant at this price point, the service was inexcusable. Our server, Chris, failed to take everyone's drink and appetizer orders before walking away from the table. We were a party of eight -- large, but hardly unmanageable. When appetizers arrived, he made no effort to confirm that every guest received their items. One of our guests had to physically track him down to report missing dishes. The food issues were just as bad. The birthday girl ordered a steak -- nearly $90 -- and it came out overcooked to the point of being burned. It had to be sent back and remade. That is simply not acceptable at this level. Another guest ordered the Lobster Pasta, which was under-seasoned, watery, and so overwhelmingly lemony it was nearly inedible. She flagged it to Chris, who took it back -- then had the audacity to include it on the final check and accuse her of eating it. It was offensive. When we raised these concerns, the manager on duty, Marshall, was condescending and dismissive rather than apologetic or solution-oriented. Our table spent roughly $1,000 that evening and left feeling disrespected. Birmingham has grown into a serious food city with high standards and plenty of options. With food and service like this, Lapeer will find it very difficult to compete.

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Saigon Noodle House ROCKS ! Another great meal this evening. Both me and crazy guest, a complete…read moreNUT; enjoyed everything ordered. This place is so dang consistent! The Spring rolls are like nobody's else I've ever seen, excellent with peanut sauce- you will want extra peanut sauce if you like this as much as I do. The Sandwiches- YUMMY - The Vietnamese ham, roasted pork and Pâté with "bimmy" bread or whatever they call the fresh made bread is so soft and unbelievable! The PHO'S - The Standard P1- Delicious with brisket, tenon, etc ( nothing waisted LOL ) with fresh cut onions, bean sprouts, and so many other wonderful ingredients including fresh herbs. - The Coconut Curry Seafood Pho - is also delicious with squid, shrimp and fresh seafood of the day and excellent noodles. I will be back soon

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La Fête

Home-run French in downtown Birmingham. I came here with a couple of my friends for a summer…read moreevening dinner out on the patio. We thoroughly toured the list of French wines, imbibed on a couple of their yummy cocktails (my friend loves the "Last Word"). Service was, of course, fantastic. The location is one of the most quaint and vibey in town (Morris Ave) and the food is certainly up to snuff. We split the famous potato appetizer and I had the half chicken for entree. Both outstanding.

This was my first time to visit La Fete. The location is great. Right on the historic Morris Avenue…read morenext to Alabama Peanut Co. and in front of Pilcrow and Cayo Coco Rum Bar. We were able to make a reservation for inside dining which I liked because it was a hot June Alabama day, but I would have preferred outside because it was so loud inside, there was no sound suppression, and the tables were very close together. The outside patio was nice and covered. Next time I will request to sit outside. We started with the sourdough bread which I highly recommend! There was enough pieces to have one while you waited for your dinner, and to save one to eat with your dinner. My husband ordered the deviled eggs and really enjoyed them. For our entree, we shared the roasted chicken. It was a half chicken with lemon, garlic, shallots and potato gratin. It was plenty for both of us. We even had leftovers. This is probably because of the appetizers and we had stopped for drinks at Cayo Coco before dinner. We usually skip dessert, but my husband really wanted to try the chocolate custard, bittersweet chocolate custard with chantilly cream. The presentation was beautiful. I had a couple of bites and it also tasted amazing. Our waiter recommended a dessert wine that paired with the custard. He let us try a couple of sips, and the sweet fruitiness really made a difference. The service was amazing. We will definitely be back.

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4.7

(124 reviews)

8.5 mi

I was finally able to check out wooden city and enjoyed it so much that I went back a couple weeks…read morelater for a friend's birthday! I really like the ambience inside. It gives a great vibe for either a work dinner, a date night, owl or dinner with friends! It's fun and swanky but not over the top. They have a really attractive bar and they have a pizza kitchen that is open, which is always a cool touch. I try to handful of appetizers and I've got to recommend both the jerk cauliflower as well as the brussels sprouts and the Caesar salad was delicious as well. Also, the blistered Hungarian peppers are a must order if you'd like sausage! The meal that I had both times because it was that good was the spicy lamb rigatoni. I might just go back next week and get it again. I like that they have a wide variety of options whether you're looking for a gluten-free meal or something carb heavy like pizza or pasta, but they also have options to fit a variety of budgets from a casual dinner and a burger to more expensive entrées. The servers are very kind and are definitely educated in their wine and food offerings and very hospitable. Since this is located on Morris, a lot of people think parking is difficult down there, but apparently there is a parking lot in the back where you're able to get your ticket validated. I know some of my friends wish they would have known this before. I'll definitely be back and recommend this spot to others wanting a good meal!

Ordered a takeout pizza because of the 4.8 stars. I'm from Omaha and when I went inside to pick up…read morethe pizza, it was obvious that this is one of the main hipster spots in Birmingham. The pizza was good, but my girlfriend ordered mushroom and pepperoni and we got sausage and mushrooms . The toppings and sauce were good, but the best part was the chewy crust that was slightly charcoaled. I had to use the City parking lot in the back as street parking was full. This area looks to be comparable to Omaha's Old Market, but we didn't have any time to explore. Hipsters of the World Unite!

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Keaton R.

Elite 25

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113

2 years ago

I had lunch at Eli's Jerusalem Grill with my mom and dad, and overall, it was a great experience! We were greeted right away, and the person at the register was really helpful in answering all our questions about the menu. I decided on the chicken kabob plate, with a side of falafel and hummus/pita. Everything was excellent! The chicken was cooked perfectly, the rice was packed with flavor, and the falafel was crispy and delicious. The sauces were definitely the highlight--especially the tahini sauce, which was so good I could have sipped it through a straw! While the food was fantastic, the ambiance could use some improvement. The space felt a little cramped, and the prices were on the higher side, but you really do get what you pay for with such high-quality, flavorful dishes. Definitely worth a visit if you're looking for great Mediterranean food! read more

Meagan A.

Elite 26

141

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861

9 months ago

I stumbled across this place when I was trying to find somewhere to grab lunch between appointments. I was really craving some cous cous and salad and they did not disappoint! I wish I had remembered to snap some pics, but I ordered the chicken kebab plate. It came with pita and two sauces. I absolutely loved the green pepper sauce. The staff was also friendly and patient with me since I didn't quite know what I wanted or how their order process worked. Overall, it was a great lunch and wonderful experience. I'll definitely be going back. read more

Jordan R.

147

10 years ago

I went for the first time tonight with a friend of mine. I absolutely loved the food! I lived in Israel for 2 years and this is as close as it gets to eating Israeli food. I ordered the shashuka and couscous and it was amazing. The owner is a really good dude and super friendly and the staff was very prompt and polite. I would recommend this place for anyone to eat. I live in Tuscaloosa and I think it was worth the hour drive to have dinner there and I will certainly be back! read more

Jon H.

2 years ago

We had a great experience at this place! It was our first time visiting, and we ordered Shakshuka, Falafel, fried cauliflower, and hummus. Every dish was fantastic. The food was served quickly, and the staff was very attentive! The dining area was spotless and well-maintained. We will definitely come back next time we are in Birmingham! read more

Jessica W.

8 years ago

I love this restaurant! All kinds of food options from meat to vegan! The staff is friendly and the place is clean and the food is good!. The hummus with pita bread is yummy and I love the falafel! read more

Brent I.

10 years ago

Don't eat there! The food sucks and the owner is rude. The food is not authentic food of Jerusalem and the owner is a rude SOB. Don't eat there! read more

Brian L.

4 years ago

This has been one of my favorite lunch spots whenever I'm around 280. The food is always high quality and the service is great. Highly recommend read more

Jordan G.