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    Mom's Basement

    4.1 (57 reviews)
    InexpensiveBars, Arcades
    Open 4:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)

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    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    Gabe P.

    I attended the Chicken parade here recently on 02/14/26. I was distraught bc they didn't start on time. I'm rarely early or on time so this sent me into a tizzy! Literally. The parade didn't have many participants this year but I can't speak for in the past.. The JO band was the highlight of the parade for me. I had a few Jell-O shots and accumulated a lot of Mardi Gras beards throughout the night. I guess you can say my first chicken parade was a success!

    Emily C.

    Super cool spot. Unfortunately it kinda smells like a foot inside but it's still a really neat place. Cheap prices.

    Angela B.

    I really enjoyed my trip to Mom's Basement. I met a friend here for some drinks after work. I don't know how I never visited this place before. It really does remind you of your Mom's Basement. The atmosphere is fun and friendly. It is also laid back and feels like you are hanging out with family and friends. We absolutely loved our visit. We were greeted by Ralph (one of the owner's dog). Ralph was very friendly and we enjoyed him. The bartender gave us some great suggestions and told us which drinks were on the stronger side. That was really helpful in trying to decide that to get. The drinks were a decent price and they also have a pool table and other games inside. So I definitely think that this place is nostalgic and a place you can go to wind down and relax.

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    Chloe S.

    Man oh man!! I had such a killer time here!! Friendly folks, a DJ spinning great tunes, delicious drinks, and ambiance to make ya feel right at home-- at your Mom's Basement!! The bartender, Ben, was just awesome! There's a pool table where you can play pool- for free! This place just kept getting mo' betta mo' betta for me if and when i live closer I'm going to be here all the time. I recommend you do the same!

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    Brensi M.

    This is a very chill dive bar ambiance, we went there on a Friday night and had a great time. There are tables around the bar and a pool table right on the side. The bartender was very nice and friendly. Everyone at the bar was hanging out and having a good time playing pool. The decor around the bar are pictures of mom's hence Mom's basement. I will definitely take my mom's picture next time I go.

    Jill G.

    Super cool dive bar with pictures of Mom's all over the walls. Feels like it's straight out of the mid to late 80s. If you like cold beer you should come here.

    Our social group had a great time!!
    Davida B.

    This place isn't like any other place in Birmingham. Our group loved it. The atmosphere and nostalgic vibe is something to appreciate. David was great!!

    William D.

    I absolutely loved this little gem of a bar. The customers as well as the bartenders that were there were kind and welcoming. The theme of the bar is that it's literally a basement. Think 70s vibe with wood paneling walls filled with glamour shots and risqué pictures of moms. Bringing a picture of your mom is recommended. They are always doing something there whether it be live music, trivia, karaoke...They are great at letting you know what's going on their Instagram page. I can't wait to go there again.

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    Kristi B.

    A+ ambience, super comfy. Employees done seem thrilled to be here but not rude. Asked for ID. I joked about being old enough to be his grandma. Didn't actually look at the ID and put a bracelet on. Here is how one conversation went. Me: "Can I see a menu?" Employee: "We don't have one". (Points to drink cooler) Me: "What about for food?" (Which is what I meant lol) Employee: "No. We only have hot dogs." Me: (thinking they have a variety) "Do we just put the condiments on ourself?" Employee: "We have ketchup and mustard." Me- I order the hotdog, ketchup only Also me- somewhat surprised to see chips. Not what I was expecting but still a cool spot. Would be a chill place to hang out with friends.

    Janis T.

    Mom's is a hidden gem in Bham. When you need a nostalgia fix and want to feel like you've been transported to your friend's basement in the 70's, this is your jam. It's cozy, comfy, artsy and pet friendly. They have frozen drinks on tap and the friendly bartenders will whip up just about anything you can think of that they have the ingredients for. Absolutely the perfect place for a low key happy hour or a chill Saturday afternoon.

    Ashley H.

    Came here with my social group and literally felt like I was hanging out with my friends in somebody's family basement. The drinks were good and budget friend. The decor was perfect for the setting. The only thing I did not care for was pets are allowed inside.

    Ivancka S.

    If you're feeling in a nostalgic mood, this place will transport you to another time. A capsule of all things back in the day and if you got mad love for your mama, you will appreciate this place even more. If you are not looking for anything upscale and somewhere more laid back, mom's will hit the spot. Hit up the pool table or battle it out with some arcade games or get crazy with the photo booth. Such a cool place and glad we have a bar like this in the Ham!

    Linda R.

    This place reminds me of my best friends parent's basement; straight from the 1970s with wood paneling, a praying hands lamp, pictures of people's moms, cool beer lamps, a potato chips vending machine and a vintage photo booth. They also have a pool table, dart boards, board games, pinball games (including my favorite Centipede) and a foosball table. This place is all about atmosphere and hanging out with friends. If you are looking for draft beer, you won't find it here. Only canned beer. They do, however, offer Good People and Ghost Train. One thing I can guarantee is that there is so much to do, you won't be bored. The night we went, parking was not a problem. They have a huge parking lot!

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    The vibes are immaculate. The drinks are cheap. The people are open and beautiful. And the wall is full of pics of moms. So 10/10.

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    Like drinking in Eric foreman's basement. Place is great. I try to make up for all the cool free stickers by tipping my bartenders well!

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    Cool concept and cheap cheap drinks. They have free shoes and a nice vibe for night life. Will be back

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    8 years ago

    David Bates and Ella Horne are the sexiest bartenders in Birmingham. God bless America.

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