In the 1990s and early 2000s (showing my age) the Riverchase Galleria was the best place to shop in…read morethe Birmingham area. Over time, competition from places like The Summit, the rise of online shopping, store closures (Sears, Rich's, Macy's and Belk Home and Kids), then the shootings in 2018 and 2020 led to a huge decline.For a while, it felt like the Galleria would not be able to recover. Well, now it's 2026, and the popularity of the Galleria is rising again. The mall feels brighter, cleaner and safer, due to improved management and security. It's a great spot to spend time indoors during AL's extreme heat, cold or rain (it offers covered parking too). Best of all, the iconic features remain, like the large American flag and classic carousel in the central atrium, and (best of all) Santa's workshop during the holiday season, and make it a fun alternative for young families and grandparents. So if you haven't been to the Galleria in a while, give it a try. It is worth a visit again.

Our team stopped for a bite to eat at the food court.It had chicken,Thai,Cajun,Japanese,Philly…read moresteak among other restaurants.Very nice and you could shop if you wanted too.A fill up for The Working Man Review.

The best shopping area in the metro area! From upscale boutiques, to fine eateries, there's a place…read morefor everyone here that has the patience to fight through the Hwy 280 traffic to get here. The area is very clean and during busier seasons like Christmas, the area offers police to manage traffic. I do most of my shopping online now but I love to come to The Summit as a special treat to myself because it feels like just that when I visit one of their stores or restaurants. My favorite stores here include Belk and Sephora.

This is for Snug Mug Coffee Co and them only because they don't have a Yelp page as of yet (you can…read morelook them up on social media). This coffee trailer has the sweetest workers that came from Nashville and have ranted and raved about their experience and transition to Bham. I was obsessed with apple butter as a child and saw they had a signature drink with it as an ingredient. This was a no brainer for me to order and I'm glad I did. "The Eve" - toasted apple butter latter with caramel drizzle. I got mine iced. My Mom said she didn't want anything, tasted mine after we walked away and had us turn around so she could order something for herself. She ended up ordering "The Joshua" - shortbread latte with milk and honey and cookie crumbles. Hers was too sweet for me. She loved it though.

Small little shopping center in the middle of Hoover off of Lorna Road. Set back from the street it…read moreisn't totally obvious if you are driving by, look for the clock tower and you can't miss it. Unique blend of shops and food await you here. If you need to get your phone repaired, there is a fix it store here. Looking for 2nd hand children's clothes as well as accessories they've got you covered. A couple places to eat (really good Mexican food -- see Taqueria Mexico review). You can get clothes altered here. Just a good little variety of stuff to be found here. Nice, well kept little shopping center. Minimal parking, so it can be a little harder to find a spot if you come at lunch or dinner time. That being said check them out if you're in the area.

A great strip ball with plenty of restaurant options. Uber is certainly growing and giving its…read moreresidents a lot of cool places. I have tried several restaurant in this area and have enjoyed the experience immensely. I recommend that if you were in Hoover come check this place out.

Really love this area, only complaint is that they would have had this here before I moved .... I…read moreknow for a fact I would have done most of my dining in this area. Great area that is still growing and developing. Good selection of restaurants that has something for everyone (Cajun, Steakhouse, Burger place, Chicken Place, Grilled Cheese Place) and much, much more. They continue to expand, there is an Aldi as well as a few other places to shop. New construction is currently going on. Fast food options as well. From what I understand an Amphitheater is coming to this area as well (signs are actually currently in place indicating that it's coming soon). Really great expansion in the Hoover area. Looking forward to seeing what else they add in the coming months.

We love this place for birthday parties! Affordable prices and helpful staff! It's great, they are…read morelarge enough rooms with tables and chairs included! Big enough for a bounce castle to! Plus the city does events too; we love their breakfast with Santa! Such a beautiful building and addition to the city!

This shopping center use to be more popular than it is present day. I know there has been several…read morestores to close recently and have yet to be replaced. My one and only reason to come to this shopping center is to go to Stein Mart. I have gone to several of the other stores that make up this shopping complex but I wish there were better desirable shopping options other than what's currently located here. Overall , this shopping center is clean and there is a big parking lot available to accommodate many people. One plus side is that there are other shopping, restaurants, coffee shops in the area. Vestavia City Center is located in the heart of Vestavia so it's in a centralized location!

This place doesn't have a lot going on. There are a fair number of empty units, so if you're in the…read moremarket to rent a space this could be a good location to reach out to. There is a couple specialty stores as well as a restaurant. There is plenty of parking, especially considering the number of businesses that are currently up and running here. A really good Asian restaurant is also located here, so you can check them out if you're in the area.

I had the chance to visit this location recently. I must say, it's a great place to catch some live…read moremusic, grab a bite to eat or relax and enjoy a cocktail or beer. There are several restaurants to select from for all budgets and tastebuds and a couple of bars and places that sell sweet treats. Every vendor we encountered had great customer service with a smile and were very helpful as we looked over their menus. There's even an exercise studio on site as well. There is plenty of seating near the stage, and near the restaurants. Most of the restaurants serve you by having you walk to a small window to place your order and when your buzzer goes off, you return to pick it up. We went on a Friday, so it was crowded and a lot of kiddies were running free, lol. We didn't get to stay to hear the band, but will vowed to return on another evening to check out the entertainment. The big screen had the Master's Tournament on for those that wanted to view it. I remember there were other vendors located there I was interested in trying out when The Edge first opened that are no longer there. Overall I enjoyed my visit here and look forward to my next one. Pro Tip: Check their website to view current tenants. They seem to change frequently.

The Edge is LEGIT!! I really like it here and enjoyed myself…read more My first time here , recently was such a nice time. I have zero complaints. This gem is a great addition to the area! . It's perfect to grab some food, a cocktail , a sweet treat or coffee... you name it! There's something for everyone! I especially like the large screen. I envisioned myself watching some Alabama football in the fall! Roll Tide. But yeah , I know I'll be back at The Edge for some more fun in the sun!!! Highly recommend and it's great for families!

Apparently I'm on a Homegoods tour! I stopped here on a Saturday afternoon and it was packed!!…read moreLike , forreal packed!! I was gifted a gift card for HG, so I have been determined to use it up. I was able to do so on this visit. I found something for the kitchen and the dog! I know .... Fun! This location offered a nice selection overall. Lots of a lot to browse! You need a shopping cart to be on the safe side! I will say this, the shopping center this HG is located gets congested. So keep this in mind. Good customer service and competitive pricing are good reasons to visit here!

Went in to return a rug that I purchased at a different store. The associate had a very ugly…read moreattitude saying there's no chance they would take the rug. She called the manager over and he refused to even look at the receipt making something up about inventory. Even though when I purchased the rug at a different store the manager at the different store said there should be no problem with any returns as long as the store stocks rugs (which they do). Overall would say this store doesn't care about customer service and only cares about doing the least amount of work possible. Would try to stick to the Homegoods on 280.

I often shop Nordstrom and Nordstrom Rack online. I love that I can return anything that doesn't…read morework to this location of Nordstrom Rack. Returns are always easy, and the cashiers are efficient and pleasant. I do shop this location periodically. It's about a 50/50 chance on whether the stock is orderly and organized. The worst area is usually the cosmetics and accessories (to the far right in the store). If you like to dig through the additional markdowns, it's not unusual to find items broken, sampled, etc. Same for the additional mark clothing; every once in a while those racks look more like thrift racks than clearance, but once you find that diamond in the rough it can be worth it. I do wish this location got more of the special occasion pieces, but either I always miss them or they go to different Rack locations. If you've got the time, it's a great place to find great prices on everything from budget-friendly brands to designer brands.

While I frequent this Nordstrom Rack when visiting my hometown city, I know that have need to have…read morea tank full of patience! Nordstrom Rack has discounted designer and popular high end brands that haven't sold in their Nordstrom stores. It's not uncommon to have difficulty finding assistance, finding sizes in the wrong place - specifically shoes, messy racks, clothes left in changing rooms, and a long checkout line moving at a snails pace. When shopping here I expect at least a 50% discount, but it's not uncommon to only find 25%-30% on discounted items. Even with these negatives, I've found great shoes and some clothing. I will return because I love the thrill of a good hunt!

best store hands down, it is my go to store for every occasion! the manager is so nice!read more

I went In here to find a fanny pack that I saw on someone else. When I got here I realized that…read morethey have EVERYTHING! Jewelry, clothing, headphones, bags, makeup...ect. And everything is very affordable! The employees are not following you through the store and they're very helpful. If you're looking for something fast , check here first. They even have accessories for your car. I just LOVE this store.