I really enjoy going to Tasty Town for lunch. I normally get the catfish lunch meal with the…read moreVillage Salad and their French fries, and it's always exactly what I'm craving. I love that the catfish is crispy on the outside but still tender and flavorful on the inside. I also really like the Village Salad it's fresh and light, which balances out the heavier parts of my meal. I usually pair it with their French fries because I can't resist the crispy, golden texture. Excellent service and dining experience. Great spot for business dinners or lunch with friends. I've tried looking at their vegetarian options too, and while I don't usually get them, I think they have some solid choices. I like that I can customize a salad or get a few sides to make a meal that's vegetarian-friendly. I think Tasty Town does a good job of offering something for everyone. I personally stick to my usual catfish meal, but I feel like I could explore more of their options if I wanted to try something different. Overall, I really enjoy my lunches there, and I always feel satisfied and happy with my choices.

This review is specifically for the catered/box lunches we recently enjoyed from Tasty Town…read more Each lunch was boxed separately and included the silverware packet. That's a huge plus; the number of times I've seen referees having to pass on the side because they didn't have utensils! The entree was a chicken pita. It did have a few fresh onions, but I enjoyed them since I didn't have to be the one dragon breathing around the field all day. We did have a choice of roasted potatoes or basmati rice. The potatoes went much quicker than the rice; I had the potatoes and they were fantastic. There was also a tray of chocolate chip cookies provided. I don't think they were frash made; they looked similar to other restaurants generic chocolate chip cookies. They were a nice addition to the lunch, though. They also provided sweet and unsweet tea in gallon jugs.

The falafel platter was delicious and I loved the almond rice. The salad was also quite good. I…read moreliked the decor in the restaurant as well! The fresh squeezed orange juice was delicious. The only thing was that the food did take a while to come out.

I was very happy with my choices at Makarios. I ordered a side of grilled veggies that turned out…read moreto be a huge portion that tasted delicious. The side of hummus was large and smooth, and the chicken shawarma wrap I got had a nice garlic flavor and it was stuffed with chicken. I felt like I got a good amount of food for the money and it was all very tasty. I'd highly recommend this place when in Birmingham.

Oh wow! So glad to have this establishment! I don't like what the "national bowl restaurant"…read more supports so not giving them my money! This place is better, food looks fresh, they refill the line often so everything looks and tastes better. For the price I was extremely happy with the freshly made bowl I ordered. My items weren't plopped halfheartedly by a bored teenager. My guac completely filled my cup. (Compared to the other place). The staff was friendly and the facilities are clean. I understand their policy that delayed getting inside the bathroom. The area is full of unfortunate unhomed individuals. Therefore, to maintain a clean and healthy environment for customers, it has to be locked. I'm cautious about parking downtown, but I lucked up on a space right in front. Therefore, I didn't have to use their parking lot that's nearby. I was so happy with my first impulse visit, I will certainly return when I have time to review my options more. Sorry was in hurry forgot to take pictures and check in! No cooked many hours ago dried out chicken chunks here. Beans didn't look like brown glue either.

Saw this place on TikTok and decided to try it. Street parking is available but was very difficult…read moreto find an available parking spot. The staff were friendly and patient while we decided on our order. I ordered the 2 meat platter with chicken and steak, you can select the toppings that you want. The food was pretty good and I love the sauce.

When I moved to Birmingham, a lot of my friends and coworkers were always going here because they…read moresay the food is amazing, so I had to try it for myself. After I had it for the first time I knew that this would be my new go to for mediterranean food, it is the best I have ever had! The service was slightly slow, but in my mind that just means they took their time making my food, which is perfectly fine with me. The food had such amazing flavor and texture, and tasted very authentic which is why I would recommend this place to anyone looking for a fresh bite. The atmosphere was very slow paced and relaxing when I went, which was on a Friday around 2pm. I have been multiple times since my first visit, and I always get the street gyro, if you're looking for something filling and tasty, this is a great place to start!

Not much of a "fast food" person. However the other day I was short on time while running errands…read moreand needed a quick dinner. This was the absolute perfect solution. Really impressed with how the hot grilled chicken was wrapped separately with my to go order. It kept my salad crisp and fresh until I returned home. The staff was very hospitality. The cozy dining area has plenty of tables and booths for any size group. Will definitely be making a return trip soon.

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

Great food, calm ambiance. I went during an early morning when it wasn't as busy and had a beef…read moreshawarma which was excellent. Definitely worth a stop if you're in Birmingham.

I decided to come on down to the GFF on the first day around 2 ish. I had never done so before…read more Annnnnd I can honestly say that this was the best decision ever! It was a breeze to get to the free parking lot , walk a block or so to get right to it! For the first time , I went over by the tent area since it wasnt layered with people. There's GFF merch, dessert, coffee, ice cream, wine & beer. Last but not least, there were pork kabobs and fries. OMG!!! The pork kabobs and fries were a nice little switch up from what I usually order. And SO good!!! I also had a beer ( of course) created by straight to ale specifically for the festival. I couldn't leave without getting some desserts and a Greek chicken meal to go. Coming on the first day was so relaxed and calm. No line , no waiting. The volunteers were ready to serve!!!! Hope yall attend and enjoy the 52nd annual GFF!!

My first time going and I will definitely attend next year. The atmosphere was nice and so is the…read moreweather. There's a lot of outdoor tables and chairs for dining. We tried the Gyro, the Greek chicken plate, and the pork tenderloin kebab with Greek fries. The Guro was amazing! The Greek chicken was seasoned well and so is the rice. My daughter had the pork tenderloin kebab. She said it needed a little bit more flavor. The line of the food looked long, but it went by fast. Definitely a must try if you haven't been.

Want something that's quick but won't make you feel like crap? Cava has quickly risen to being one…read moreof my favorite chain restaurants, in part because it just feels like a good, healthy meal that won't break the bank. To save a little extra money, the kid's pita meal is often plenty of food. You get a pita filled with protein of your choice, along with grains and a few toppings. As for me, I got a bowl with falafel, greens, cucumber, corn, feta cheese, and with red pepper and regular hummus to dip. This is my go-to order and it hasn't let me down yet. I'd also recommend getting the pita chips if you'd like; they're perfectly crunchy with addictive seasoning sprinkled on top. This location (downtown Birmingham) is clean and the workers are quick. It's also right across from Publix, so it's a great place to refuel before getting your groceries.

1st and only time. I was very disappointed with the taste. The food was not hot. Had I tasted it…read morebefore making it home, I would have asked for a refund. Worst 5 minute food run.

We came here for a date night before a concert. Parking was a little hectic, so we parked nearby…read moreand walked over. The place was crowded, but we were seated quickly. The waitress checked on us frequently. Their menu is huge and has something for everyone. They didn't have my first request, but I got the pesto pasta with shrimp as my second choice and it was very good. I liked the oysters, but the ones we tried were very spinach forward, and if you aren't a fan of that, you may not like these. Next time we'll try the other oyster types they have. I'm surprised I had never made it out here before. I will definitely come back - but not with the kids. They have some great lunch specials as well.

We must eaten there on a bad night all around because our review doesn't reflect what everyone else…read moreseemed to experience! We were seated promptly handed menus and about 30 seconds later approached by the waitress for drink orders. We asked for a drink menu as there was nothing to advertise what drinks they were serving. She returned with 1 drink menu for all 3 of us and stood there waiting until we decided. We asked for some time so she left and returned about 2 mins later. We ordered drinks and she returned 2 mins later to take our food order. We ordered appetizers, salad and main courses. The drinks came quickly, the salads came right after and then about 3 mins later, the appetizers came out. 3 mins after that, the main courses arrived so we had plates stacked everywhere on the table and quickly tried to finish our salads and appetizers before the main dish got cold. The waitress never returned to the table until she brought the bill. The plates were all cleared by someone else. We saw her leave a bill at the table next to us and wait until they checked it over and figured out a payment method, so when she arrived at our table we just handed her a credit card. The food was average but the overall experience was terrible. I realize she was probably new and this may have been her first night but some training would go a long way! For $180 dinner, we expected a lot more.

Wife's so to place. She likes the Kibby plate. I like the Beef Kabob, or Grilled Amberjack. Wish…read moreI had their rice recipe, love their rice. Salad dressing isn't bad either. Moe, at the south side location is always friendly and efficient. Food there is always consistent and flavorful.

I've been here a couple times with family after celebration events. The staff is always very…read moreattentive and polite. The food is fresh and delicious. The ambience is pleasant. I have only been for dinner, but I'm sure the service and food are amazing for lunch as well! I highly recommend experiencing the pita stop!

They barbecue chicken and beef baker is probably the best potato I have ever had, everything was so…read moregood, and the price is perfect for the amount you get

While searching for a vegetarian restaurant in the Birmingham area, Al's Deli & Grill popped up, so…read moreI gave it a try. Al's is right by UAB's campus and serves American and Mediterranean food. Their exterior is nice in theory, with a fountain and a pretty fence, but it needs some cleaning up. Their parking lot could also be better. It's a small lot hidden behind the building with some potholes and invisible parking lines. The interior is quite small, but they still have enough seating. I came in with the intention of trying a vegan menu item, but I was informed by a kind man working behind the desk that he wasn't sure what they had that was vegan. He asked another employee if they had falafel at the moment, but they didn't. He was very helpful, but I was still disappointed that they didn't have falafel since I've tried it before and enjoyed it. I continued to look at the menu and finally decided on the veggie burger. The price was nine dollars and some change, which was baffling to me as I only ordered the burger and nothing else. I only had to wait a couple of minutes for my order, and I took it to go. The burger was packaged with care, large in size, and had plenty of toppings. The burger tasted good and didn't have that weird taste that some vegetarian meat patties have. I really enjoyed the bun of the burger in particular since it was really soft, not soggy, and had lots of sesame seeds. The veggie burger is a pretty good vegetarian option on their menu!