O' Taste & See Update: Heavy Plates Still Delivering…read more I previously called this the "Home of the Heavy Plates," and after another visit, that title still fits. This time we came back because O' Taste & See now has a dining area and we wanted to eat inside. One surprise was that they were open today because they are usually closed on Saturdays. This happened to be the Saturday before Memorial Day weekend. Walking in, it was immediately obvious they were busy. There was a steady flow of carryout and DoorDash orders moving through, and several people were waiting. One suggestion that would help future customers is clearer communication on where the ordering line begins. Customers waiting for food and customers ordering blended together a little. A simple standing sign would probably help. Despite the crowd, from placing our order until checkout took about 17 minutes, which was efficient considering the traffic they were handling. I ordered the ribs with potato salad and baked beans. The ribs were smoked well with good tenderness and a sauce that had the right amount of sweetness without overpowering the meat. The potato salad needed a little salt and pepper for my taste, but after that it landed much better. The homemade baked beans had good flavor. My wife ordered the oxtails with collard greens and mac and cheese. The oxtails were tender and had a unique seasoning profile that she described as having an almost Indian-like flavor profile. The mac and cheese was creamy and good, and the greens paired well with the cornbread. My wife even mixed the greens and cornbread together. The Country Punch was good and refreshing with the meal. My wife originally wanted the red velvet cake without nuts, but they were sold out. I stepped in and handled dessert responsibilities myself . One observation my wife made was interesting. The dining area gives off more of a fine dining vibe than expected for a soul food spot. The space feels more elevated and polished. However, we were still served in to-go containers and our punch came out in a half-gallon style container. The atmosphere and presentation felt a little disconnected. Not necessarily bad, just somewhat inconsistent. The food says one thing and the dining presentation says another. One thing worth mentioning is value. Two meat-and-three plates, two drinks, and one dessert came to $73.79. That definitely puts O' Taste & See toward the higher end of soul food pricing. However, the portions are heavy, the meats are quality, and the homemade sides help justify much of that price. Not necessarily an everyday stop for many families, but the food quality delivered. Food was on point.

OMG!!! This food was cooked with love. I went to pick up my dad a meal for Father's Day. I waited…read moreabout an hour but it was nice and cool inside. The place had a sitting area the hostess and the staff was nice. The food was so good and you have an enough for at least two days. Well worth the trip to Crestwood.

Best pulled pork sandwhich, I'd recommend it to anyone. Usually I get sick after I eat pork but…read morethis one did not make me sick. It was delicious. We had the corn on the cob, the rub and butter was amazing. Pork rinds were warm and crunchy. My daughter had the wings with AL white sauce and she was surprised once she took the first bite, it was tender and smooth. To quote her "the best wings she ever had besides my homemade ones". The service was awesome. I'm sorry I forgot the name of the person taking our order but he was muti-tasking the bar and orders and it was amazing seeing how he managed to do everything. He was very friendly and did not rush us at all. Someone give him a raise! It's a bar restaurant, I loved the old style atmosphere. The blues and classic rock playing in the back round was fitting. I will definitely recommend this to my friends and anyone who wants to visit Alabama!

This a wonderful place has music and just a good vibe for people to enjoy and have great foodread more

The stuffing was honestly amazing. The food came very fast like if it was already done but still…read morehot. The service was also very acceptable as the workers was nice and respectful. The ambiance was very fancy and much flattering. I rate it 4 stars.

Food was very tasty! I had meat + 2 and friend ordered from menu and had Philly steak sandwich…read more Service excellent & restaurant very clean and welcoming.

From the moment we walked in, the staff was exceptional. The menu was explained perfectly and I…read morewas impressed with the gentleman taking our order, he was so polite. Once we sat down, our order was brought to the table and looked delicious. We explained that this was our first visit and the gentleman came back twice to check on us. The chicken wings were huge and very juicy, mild with just enough kick. The cheese grits were delicious with the added bacon and the baked beans...let just say they were the best we have ever had. The Mac and cheese was great and the fries were seasoned perfectly and had the right amount of crunch. The restaurant was very clean and stocked well with to go containers. We thoroughly enjoyed our visit to Birmingham and will gladly make the hour trip for another delicious meal at Hatti B's!!! Oh and don't forget to try their new BBQ sauce!

I was craving some banana pudding, so I decided to come here on a Sunday afternoon. It was kind of…read morebusy and took some time for me to get my to- go order. The staff members all were working hard. They have some really cute Hattie B's merch! I didn't buy anything but saw some stuff I really liked. The banana pudding was ok. It hit the spot and satisfied my craving.

Staff is always personalble and friendly. I always get the Philly but tried a burger today. It's a…read moredouble smash burger, cheesy and a little spicy but not too hot. I think the sauce, onions with the jalapeno, and potato bun really make it! I opt for tater tots but their fries and sweet potato fries are great, too. The bathrooms are spotless clean and they have hooks for handbags and the locks work easily. It's amazing how the little things really make a big difference. Music was upbeat at lunch. There's sports on every TV. On occasion, like a major event like the Super Bowl, they will play the sound of the TV through the speakers. I love the indoor and outdoor space and how it all flows together. It's a great place for groups or show up alone or meetup for a casual meeting or lunch date.

I hadn't been in this area for lunch in a while and had not heard of this place. It had taken over…read moreanother restaurant we had been to in the past. Met my wife here for lunch and it was a nice surprise. The inside is a little small, so if they are busy, you may have to sit outside. The inside is decorated... festive? And they have TVs on to catch a game if you're so inclined. I got the philly sandwich for my lunch. It was tasty, though I wish they had some slightly better hot sauce to put on it. I'd definitely come back though and try something else on the menu next time.

I've eaten here even before they moved from their Homewood location in the Palisades. I prefer…read morebreakfast here over lunch/dinner. Nothing wrong with the latter; it's just my preference. They offer a hot bar where you order from items that are hot and ready for you. I like their salmon patties and rice. The breakfast potatoes are also a favorite. The ladies are always friendly. I've stopped several times on my way to work and bought food for my teammates and they have been very accommodating with the large order. The price is very reasonable and I always enjoy my breakfast. The dinner menu is decent but I can get better soul food and desserts elsewhere. During the pandemic, they stopped customers from sitting inside to eat and I'm not sure if they have started back yet. I usually take my food to go. Overall, it's a good place to eat with fair prices and friendly staff. While I prefer breakfast, lunch and dinner are worth checking out as well.

Yelp! This food looks good, but it is horrible. I like supporting these type businesses, but food…read moreis just not good. Looks good, but taste does not add up to me. My Boo decided to brew by me a plate for lunch, so sweet. I got baked chicken with dressing, collard greens and Mac and cheese. Sounds amazing, but no. Chicken mediocre, but not the worst I have had. Greens, nasty. Note the stars. Mac and cheese, awful. Another star. Cornbread muffins, straight to the trash. Another one. Appearance is good, but taste is everything. Improve your taste. You are some nice people with great service. Y'all already know, I'm not coming back.

this was the best burger i have ever had in my life!!!!…read more its in a busy area so parking is iffy. but we went after it rained and were able to find a parking spot and a table almost immediately. menus are on the table. my waiter was attentive and the burger was everything! cooked to perfection....hot, cheese melted, mushrooms a nd onions grilled, bacon crisp. and their sauce...it comes in a bottle on the table and it was chefs kiss as a condiment. definitely planning on going here every trip!

I was looking forward to a tasty burger as this spot came highly recommended by the locals. Their…read morespecial of the day was an elote cheese burger... and since I'm from Los Angeles CA... I had try it. Boy was I disappointed and still mad about the experience. What I liked... the bar What I didn't like..... -tiny burgers for $12+ dollars -no lettuce and tomato -overcooked & underseasoned "waygu" patties -frozen crinkle cut fries -no flavor elote burger Jack in the box makes better burgers than Jack Brown's... no joke!