I've worked in a restaurant and understand that mistakes happen. No big deal, recover from it and move on. But when a waiter has to be reminded when entrees hit the table that they never brought a beverage, there should be some urgency to fix the problem. Don't check on two other tables, then walk to the back to grab the drink and stop by another table before coming back. A quick mia culpa and moving like you value the customer experience would have erased the problem and preserved a 20% gratuity. The food is great and previous trips have had perfect service. Everyone has an off day. read more

My first visit and I was excited since I'd heard rave reviews. I came Saturday for lunch with the fam. The place is large but quaint. I really like the decor and the ambiance. They have a really nice lounge section that is just cute! The menu has lots of options, especially traditional Greek dishes. In order to avoid overwhelment... I stuck with the lunch menu. We started with classic and eggplant hummus. I like hummus but this was soooo good. Especially the classic topped with crisp chickpeas. And that super soft fluffy yummy pita bread is mind-blowing. Most of my table got fried catfish with various sides. I went with the 1/4 Greek chicken with the village salad and fries. The chicken was so moist. I'm always leary of breast because they can be dry and flavorless, but this was good. It was topped with like a very lemon-y butter sauce. The fries were fine and the salad was more like a summer salad, no lettuce which was not what I expected. I heard the catfish was good and I tasted the lemon potatoes (yummy but toooo much lemon butter) and I thought the Spinach rice was yummy but different. Service was ok. Nothing grand but not bad. Overall, I'd surely return. If love to try a cocktail next time and give some other menu outings a try. read more

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Not your typical greek food place, they use a lot of spices that you wont get at your run of the mill greek shop, and its really good! The babaganoush was awesome, very rich and had pomegranates on top which was a nice touch. Everything we had was excellent from the fried gulf shrimp to the meatballs. The fries were a little over salted but other then that everything was great. Service was super fast, friendly and helpful, we had two little kids with us but they got the food out quickly to keep them occupied. They actually make some pretty decent cocktails as well which i was not expecting. read more

Yessssss to all the things! I just arrived in town and was starving. I Yelped for local restaurants and this was one of the options. This was the right one for me! The atmosphere was great. It was a warm and inviting space, with a friendly and relaxed vibe. The staff was amazing. They were attentive and knowledgeable, and they really went above and beyond to make my experience enjoyable. I even learned how to use "Roll-tide" in a sentence. I love greens, and the wilted greens side dish was flavorful and perfectly cooked. The lamb pita was "chef's kiss" - tender and juicy, with fresh vegetables that added a nice crunch. It was brunch, so the strawberry spritzer was a nice touch to take the simple meal over the top. Overall, I had a wonderful experience at this restaurant. The food was delicious, the service was excellent, and the atmosphere was perfect. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone looking for a great dining experience. read more

Tasty Town - Strawberry spritz - Greek Near Me - Birmingham, Alabama

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You truly can't beat the location or the evening ambiance at Tasty Town! The restaurant is perfectly lit (soft evening lighting), with a beautiful bar and comfortable seating. Our waitress was WONDERFUL - so friendly, and she even brought a bucket of candy over just for fun after our meal! We started with the zucchini fritters, and they were definitely the star. I got the chicken souvlaki this time, but I think the chicken pita that I've gotten previously is the standout meal between those two. However, you really can't go wrong here- everything is delicious! read more

Tasty Town - Chicken souvlaki - Greek Near Me - Birmingham, Alabama

Extremely good. Try the meatballs. It's the best hummus I have ever had. Be sure to ask for Lattrice. She's the best. Finish your dinner off with a real good Greek coffee. read more

Tasty Town - Greek meatball pita with Greek fries. - Greek Near Me - Birmingham, Alabama

Absolute BEST Greek food I've ever had! And such a well designed space. The only thing I don't like: that I don't live in BHam to eat this all the time! Lamb pita and souvlaki plate were both great. Also- the hummus is almost creamy- must order! read more

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Went to Tasty Town on Wine Wednesday and they have the best happy hour in the area! The hummus was delicious, service from Ramsey was incredible, I would go back just to hang out with her! The environment was fun and comfortable. Can't wait to go back. read more

I was so hoping Tasty Town was on the upswing with my last visit. Our experience with this visit was not a good one. My wife and I came in the day after Valentine's Day for lunch. We got drinks at the bar. We then proceeded to get the lamb pita and the lamburger. We were informed that they were out of both items. If I would have been told before ordering the drinks I would have come back another time. Because we ordered the drinks we decided to get the meat hummus. To our disappointment there was barely any meat in the hummus. I don't know who ordereds the food for the restaurant but I would not think these two menu items would not be available the day after Valentine's Day. I also had to get an IPA from a can because draft was out. The bartender also left a dirty napkin next to my wife by accident and never removed it until we had paid our tab. I am disappointed because the lamburger is really good, but based on our experience we likely will not come back. read more

The Meat humus is beyond words. Traveling from MS to Chattanooga for work we popped in for a road lunch. The Hummus blew our minds. Birmingham was not on our radars. One year later back out for work passing from Chatt down to Jackson MS had bring my module by for lunch. Hands down did not disappoint. How is this not being sold main stream yet? read more

Was very excited to try some local joints while out in Birmingham and was lucky to have picked Tasty Town. The restaurant is beautiful and very classy. We were greeted and seated right away. Our server was very helpful and knowledgeable about the menu. She was attentive and kept refills on our drinks coming. My husband ordered the 1/4 chicken entree with orzo Mac n cheese and a tomato feta spinach rice. The rice was excellent, but the Mac n cheese was lumpy, overcooked and or old. Chicken was good. I ordered the beef tenderloin pita sandwich and fries which were good, flavorful and with a generous portion. The highlight of the whole meal was their tzatziki sauce, wow! It went well with everything! We throughly enjoyed our meal but were disappointed by how lukewarm the food was. Barely warm. Also, the orzo Mac n cheese was just too dry either due to age or overcooking. Some kinks need to be worked out in the kitchen and I hope they do because the food is quite yummy. read more

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Delicious food and unique atmosphere. Excellent service, too! Fabulous stop on our way from the Florida Panhandle to our home in N. Mississippi! We had a late Sunday lunch and absolutely loved it! Greek salad spot on; Lamb shoulder braised with orzo, tomatoes, olives, mint was incredible; and the lemon Greek potatoes were tasty! Braised lamb pita sandwich was delicious, too. Even the coffee and the presentation of it was lovely! Our server, Latrice loved her job and was felicitous, attentive and helpful! I highly recommend Tasty Town! The restaurant is very open and modern. The full service bar is in the center with counter seating and the open fully visible kitchen is off to one side. Chairs at tables are very comfortable! We dined mid afternoon so we were between lunch and dinner; it was a chill, quiet atmosphere except for the piped-in music overhead. No idea what the noise level would be like if the restaurant is full given the open space and very high ceilings. Something to consider at peak hours. There are soft seating couch options in the bar area as well as some booth seatings. There are plenty of options for seating that should satisfy all customers. I wish we lived closer and could dine here regularly. Birmingham, you have a winner with Tasty Town! read more

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First the service we experienced here was very friendly and the atmosphere was great. A big open seating area, with a central bar and great decor. The food we had for entrees was great! The only item we had that left a little to be desired was the Avgolemono soup-I did not taste any lemon and the portion of the chicken I had was dark meat. I am not a fan of dark meat but it was good otherwise so I wasn't too concerned, although I had hoped for a bit more lemon flavor. It is a good meeting spot for lunch or dinner as it is very close to several other things in the city. Although I am not sure on their long term parking situation (ie carpooling after eating and leaving a car there) read more

Tasty Town - Hummus with roasted chick peas - Greek Near Me - Birmingham, Alabama

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Let me start by saying, Tasty Town has the best Chocolate Cake in a three-state area. As surprising as that might seem. Just awesome. Sometimes, about 08:30 PM my wife and I look at each other and say, "Chocolate Cake?". Last night was one of those nights. So, Cake, a five star. Service a one star. When you order to go at Tasty Town, you order from the bar. The bar had two people with their drinks. The restaurant was almost empty. The bartender was messing with the TV above the bar. I was right in front of her on the other side of the bar. I wait for close to 10 minutes just for her to acknowledge me. After 8 minutes I raised my hand and said, Ms. Nothing, no acknowledgement. I was about the leave but I really wanted that darn cake. Finally, she gave up on the TV. Walked around the bar and asked me what I wanted. This kind of treatment is great for my diet. It makes me not want to eat at this place. Personalized service is so important to the ambiance, food and of course service. When it is lacking, what a TV takes 10 minutes to adjust when a client is in front of you, it makes a place somewhere you never think about going again. If you read my reviews, you will know I rarely if ever complain. It takes a lot. Bad service is one of the items I will talk about. That is what happened here. Eat well, drink well and stay healthy. read more

Lunch very few diners. Zucchini fritters with buttery dip were wonderful but this savory dish was weirdly served on a plate of honey. I think they were trying to be sweet and savory... Do NOT order the Mac N Cheese. Don't know if it had any cheese in it. Definitely not baked. The sauce was very floury and stirred into undedgone macaroni noodles. Didn't finish a single spoonful. Manager asked about this, I said to re-examine their recioe, she said that have had multiple bad comments but no change. Nice selection of local beers. Server new but really trying and attentive. read more

Can I just say that this place deserves 10s across the board! They have stellar service, great food and the ambiance is amazing! I met some friends here for lunch and I am so glad that we picked this place. I was initially worried about parking, but there were plenty of spaces out front when I got there, which was a little after 11:30. There wasn't much of a crowd when I arrived. So there was no wait time and it was four of us. However, we got there at a good time because people started to come in around 12. Our server was very attentive and helped us with questions. He also made some great recommendations. The inside of the restaurant is so nice and they also have a bar area. What I like about this place is that they have a lunch menu, but you can still order off the regular menu too. I got the Chargrilled Beef Tenderloin Pita Sandwich with fries. The beef was so tender and they were not stingy with the meat. The pita is also made in house and it was so good and soft. All of the ingredients were fresh. The fries were also perfectly seasoned and are a must!! I ended up getting food to go too for my family, because I enjoyed it so much. They had the Chargrilled Chicken Souvlaki plates with greens and the lemon potatoes on the side. I also had the same later that night for dinner and it was so good. Those are easily some of the best greens that I have tasted in a long time. During our lunch visit, we had dessert. The chocolate cake is a must! Please do not leave without trying it. You will not regret it. It is so decadent and so moist. I am sometimes hesitant about chocolate cakes at restaurants, because I have had some dry ones. This was quite the opposite. We also had the Greek doughnuts and they did not disappoint. They had just the right amount of honey drizzle and were so yummy. I can't wait to go again, as it will be a part of regular rotation. Also, during lunch time, a lot of people order the Greek chicken and macaroni and cheese. So go early if you plan to get those during lunch. read more

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First things first, this place is downtown but has a parking area. Ok so I walk in the door, place is totally empty. Seems like lunch time is the time to go if you want the staff's undivided attention. The place has a very open and breathable atmosphere. The large windows add to this. The style of the decor has a certain sort of retro vibe. It's worth noting that 1. This place has a good selection of draft beer and in particular has the Muchacho light beer from Good People Brewing. It's also located in walking distance from the brewery if you want to grab a drink before or after eating here. The staff is welcoming. A minute or so after sitting, a very friendly lady came up and took my order. My first order here is the beef tenderloin pita sandwich with lemon potatoes and a small plate of marinated beets. Unfortunately they were out of the lamb so if you want it, apparently you should get here pretty soon after they've stocked up. I'm told it sells out fast. The lemon potatoes are THE side to get. Every bite was delectable. The beef tenderloin pita was savory on every bite and the tomatoes and sauce (or dressing?) added a lot to make it more than just one flavor. The marinated beets would have been a great appetizer if I'd gotten them when they were ready (They accidentally let them sit out but made a new plate). But they were good alongside my meal as well. Garnished with dill and marinated in olive oil and yogurt mixed with their own juices. This place more than earns its five stars. A little pricey but more than worth it. read more

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I love Greek good! I was excited to try this trendy restaurant in Birmingham! Upon entering, the host was very friendly as he showed us to our table. Decor is modern with touches of vintage throwback styles. We decided to start with the tzatziki $9 and hummus $8 with fresh warm pita. Both were very delicious! The pita is so soft, warm and the best I have had! We followed with chargrilled beef tenderloin pitas ($14), chargrilled chicken pita ($12) and pastichio ($21). Beef and chicken were wonderfully seasoned and cooked perfectly. They were very tender and delicious. Sides we tried were the Greek salad (solid basic Greek salad), fries (basic-nothing special) and the lemon potatoes (yummy) were hands down the best side! Last we had the loukoumades. They were hot and delicious. The food was delicious and we enjoyed it all. read more

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I finally got to go try this and it did not disappoint!!! The space has tons of seating, a huge bar, and family friendly. We ordered hummus as an app and it was the creamiest hummus I've ever had. It came with warm pita and crunchy chickpeas on top. I had the pastichio dinner which was perfection. The luscious béchamel on top made it. It was a great portion size and the salad was fresh and complimented the heavier pasta entree. My husband and I also split some spanakopita which was heaven. It was topped with fresh dill. The children menu was also great. They had a variety of options. My one year old loved the meatball and pasta. Highly recommended this place. The only downside is parking can be tricky. read more

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I love this place!!!!! I am not downtown a lot but on Thursday I decided to meet a friend here for lunch. The decor is fresh and new - very chic. I ordered the marinated beets and yogurt. This was unique. Mild beet flavored with tangy yogurt and vinaigrette. I could eat 6 plates of this item. Then I had the grilled chicken pita- fresh and light. The server was super nice but not overbearing which I like. I didn't need someone staring at me since they were not busy. Please note there is limited parking like all of downtown so come and prepared to look around and walk a block. This unique Greek experience is worth it!!! read more

The food was great. I have always loved the atmosphere in there. There's a early 1900s ambiance in there and cozy low lighting. Some of the menu prices are on more of the higher end, however they do have a few less expensive options (see the pitas). We both added fries to our dishes, which was an additional dollar each. Our server was super nice. They also offer a student discount for UAB students. read more

Tasty Town - Braised Lamb Pita with side of Mac & Cheese (top) Chicken Pita with side of Freekeh Tabbouleh (bottom) - Greek Near Me - Birmingham, Alabama

The braised lamb pita is phenomenal. The hummus is a must as well - great service and also great take out!

Tasty Town just opened this year and I am glad to have had the opportunity to try it out. Open set-up with a very nice ambiance, I can see it being a great space for any occasion - parties, dates, or just hanging out. Ordered their classic hummus, zucchini bites, pork wrap with grilled okra, and baklavas. The hummus was amazing, however, watch out they will bring you extra pita but then charge you for it without telling you. The zucchini bites were below average - too solid and you can't taste the zucchini at all. The wrap was average - overall unique and refreshing, but the meat itself was too chunky and lacking in flavor. Baklava was really good, but tiny so you may need to order a couple lol. Overall the restaurant is pretty good and I would stop by again if I am in the area and try something different next time! read more

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Great atmosphere and food! Dining in is easy and quick for lunch service especially given the quality. Nice place to grab a quick bite and enjoy some Greek fare. read more

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Very cool and eerie interior at night, absolutely beautiful. Food portions were generous and came quickly. The style is Greek with southern style ... that were hits and misses. Liked the greens and Mac and cheese, did not love the green beans. The roasted chicken was amazing, as was the catfish. Will definitely return and will continue trying new dishes. read more

Do order the Greek Chicken which comes with two sides of your choosing. One of the best chicken I had in a while. You can watch them grill the chicken since it's an open kitchen. Great food with a bar in the middle of the restaurant. Fun fact: Birmingham has a large Greek community historically so you know the Greek food is on point. read more

This was my first time to this restaurant. Went with 4 other friends. It was a great night and food was delicious. We ordered several appetizers to share. - Hummus and pita bread. Probably the best I've ever had. - Shrimp with a yogurt sauce. Everyone loved it - Grilled okra was ok. It was tough and hard to chew. - Grape leaves - Also very good. Entrees - I had the orzo and vegetable pasta. It was good. I should have added some black pepper and a protein. - Others had the Greek chicken and it tasted really good - One person had chicken pita and said it was good - Another had the zucchini fritters. That's the only dish that I wouldn't recommend. Might have been better if zucchini was chopped so you could taste it and and a lighter crust. Service - our server was amazing. I wish I could remember her name. She was delightful. The restaurant is vibrant and the sound level was great. Definitely going again one day. read more

Food amazing!!!! Chef Alberto is awesome! Lamb chops are divine. Lemon potatoes are great. Steak is delicious. Rosy Dawn and Lemon Drop are the best drinks. Desserts are super!!!!! GO HERE!!!!! read more

Tasty Town - Lamb Chops - Greek Near Me - Birmingham, Alabama

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This was my first time coming to Tasty Town after hearing so many raving reviews from friends. I decided to come by during lunch, and was not disappointed. we were able to get seated as soon as we walked in, our server was very attentive, and the food came out within minutes of ordering. we tried our the lunch portions of the roasted chicken and lamb shoulders. overall the food was delicious but those greek potatoes were the star of the show! the rosemary lemondrop was a 10/10 and not too sweet. i would highly recommend tasty town for lunch to anyone working around downtown birmingham, and would love to try them out for dinner! read more

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I visited this new establishment during Birmingham Restaurant Week for lunch. My timing was perfect as I found a parking space right out front. I have been looking forward to giving it a try ever since I heard it was opening. Tasty Town is the newest entry by the Pihakis Restaurant Group in Birmingham and it is currently my favorite. Located adjacent to the west end of Railroad park near the Baron's home at Regions Field. I had the BRW lunch special that included a Hummus Appetizer and choice of Pita Sandwich. The classic hummus was the best that I have ever had. The added crispy chickpeas on top gave it a nice crunch to make it unique. Freshly made warm in-house pitas made a really good starter even better. For my sandwich I chose the Braised Lamb Shoulder that included tzatziki, onions, tomatoes & fresh oregano and a side of Greek Fries (lemon, oregano, kefalotyri cheese). The lamb was well seasoned and very tender. The tzatziki was an excellent flavorful addition. The pita was filled to overflowing. The Greek Fries were good but in comparison to the rest of the meal just ok. Overall a good value for the price and I will definitely be back to try some of the other options to see what their unique take may be. I enjoyed it so much I will likely find reasons to take an extended lunch since it is not close enough to my office to fit in a normal lunchtime. read more

Tasty Town - Hummus - Greek Near Me - Birmingham, Alabama

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Love this place. It's family friendly, has nice outdoor seating, and the food is great. Service could have been better. However, we will be visiting again. read more

The food is absolutely delicious! The dolmades are quite tasty. The Mediterranean Branzino (seabass from Cyprus) yummy...with "wilted greens"(collard greens), which do NOT have pork in them thankfully, were amazing. The Village salad was great combined with the meal. Their mixed drinks are fancy and refreshing. The manager Ashley was so sweet and made sure everything was perfect. Highly recommend this lovely restaurant. The inside aesthetics are nice :) read more

The most delicious Greek food ever eat before Excellent Service and a friendly ambiance, I love it And I will come back again to enjoy the taste, delicious, amazing flavor food read more

This is one of my favorite restaurants in Birmingham right now. The inside is stunning and beautifully decorated. The staff are top notch and very friendly. Everything we ordered was delicious and packed with flavor. Highly recommend the meatballs read more

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Tasty Town has some really yummy and fresh Meditteranean food. The atmosphere feels upscale but the prices are very fare. I would recommend the chargrilled beef souvlaki plate-- the beef has always been so tender and perfectly cooked. The marinated beets are also exceptional. This is a great place to go with friends and share plates so that you get to try a few different things. Reservations are not necessary! read more

Tasty Town is one of the best Greek restaurants/restaurants I've ever been to. For the weekend in Birmingham we found this spot and quickly fell in love. We were seated fast and the restaurant was open and can seat large groups. We started off with the fresh garden hummus and pita. This was brought out quickly and was the biggest show stopper for me. The hummus was so creamy and the flavor was some of the best I've ever had. Not to mention the pita was hot and fresh, and soooooo fluffy! For our main meals, I got the spring shrimp pasta. This was light and fresh with beautiful lemon notes. The asparagus and beans that were added created such a beautiful fresh crunch as well. My sister got the chargrilled chicken pita plate with a side of lemon potatoes and the mixed vegetable salad. All things were beautiful and fresh and it was easy to make your own pita how you want it. I cannot recommend this place enough. If you're ever in Birmingham you must stop by and try tasty town. I think I will crave the hummus and pita until the day I die!!! read more

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While it was a busy night and we did wait about 5-10 minutes for our pre booked resy, Tasty Town was indeed, tasty! We started with drinks that did take about 10 minute to arrive. For appetizers we shared the hummus and pita and WOW this is the absolute best I have EVER had. Worth coming back for. For our entrees: my dad and husband had the meatball pita, I had the 1/4 grilled chicken with fries and Greek salad, and my mom had the avgolemono soup. The meatball pitas were room temp/cold by the time they arrived but still delicious. The grilled chicken was slightly try, needed a dipping sauce so I just used extra hummus. My mom LOVED the soup! We will be back soon to give it another shot on a less busy weekend or week night. A few operational things to mention: please add hooks in the bathrooms for purses, jackets, etc. nobody wants to use the restroom with things in their hands/lap. The restaurant was extremely loud and my father had a very hard time hearing us speak even with hearing aids, maybe invest in some sound proofing? read more

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Do not let the kinda cheesy name fool you, this is the best greek food I have had in Birmingham. I have gone back-to-back days and have been impressed with the servers both times! The avgolemono soup is too die for if you like lemon. The meatball lunch special was good but the zucchini fritters were from another planet! I can not encourage this place anymore!! read more

Whenever I have the taste for Greek food this is my go to restaurant. It's conveniently located downtown Birmingham across from railroad park. Red Mountain Theater is also not too far away. The menu offers a variety of clean eating food options. The vibe in the restaurant reminds me of a diner because of the seating and music playing in the background. They do provide table service and there is plenty of seating available that would be good for large groups. I ordered a lemon drop from the happy hour menu which was $3.00 and very tasty. The food is delicious and reasonably priced. I'd say give this place a try if you're in the mood for Greek food. read more

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My husband had eaten at Tasty Town twice in one week and would not stop talking about it, so I made him take me and he was right! I expected more of a hole-in-the-wall and was surprised to see more of an open air casual but upscale venue with a gorgeous bar in the center. We were seated by the hostess quickly and greeted with a wonderful server. We tried the zucchini fritters - fabulous!! and we both got a Greek salad for lunch. The food was absolutely delicious and the service was so great. We will definitely add to the rotation! read more

Tasty Town - Greek salad - Greek Near Me - Birmingham, Alabama