I wanted to love this place SO BAD!! There's an attached arcade!!…read moreAnd the staff was SO NICE and friendly and helpful and I loved the industrial, creative decor. But we'd spent the day at McWane Center and we were starving so we were there to EAT! The food looked gorgeous but it tasted very meh. The onion rings had too much breading on them, which I didn't think was possible, but here we are. The part of the breading next to the onion was mushy so that threw off the texture of the whole thing too. The burger was very much like a Whataburger. Even the lettuce smelled the same. I got The Standard and the bun of the burger was a little mushy (similar to Whataburger) and there was not much meat. For an $11 burger, I'm expecting more than a Whataburger. My middle kid likes everything on her burger and isn't picky at all and the loaded kid burger looked impressive but it was about the same as mine. Not awful, but not very good either. Very close to the same amount of meat. She's the queen of the Clean Plate Club and she only ate half. The fries were good but a somewhat too salty, the dip that came with the onion rings was excellent and we ended up using it for the fries. We had 2 adults and 3 kids and our meal was $63 before tip for 5 waters, 2 adult burgers, 2 kid burgers, a kid grilled cheese, and a basket of fries and onion rings (I thought I was ordering a "side" of fries, not realizing I actually ordered a basket and it was a lot of fries and onion rings). We don't mind spending money on good food, but the prices here don't align with what you get. No one was more disappointed than me, I've been wanting to eat here for FOREVER!!!

We sat at the bar. Nice selection of beers. We had the three hander and my wife had a gourmet hot…read moredog called West Virginia. The food was perfectly prepared and surprised us how good. The bar was very busy but the bartender was very attentive. Great service. The ambiance was perfect for a corner bar downtown.

Came to try another restaurant which had closed at 5. So I decided to grab something at the…read moreStandard. I have had their burgers and tots before so I decided to go for a hot dog and fries. I wasn't super impressed with the hot dog. The fries were good and hot. The Birmingham dog came with beef sauce, onions and kraut. I was expecting the beef sauce to be more saucy. It was more like seasoned ground beef on top. I felt like it needed a special sauce... or something. But overall I spent a total of $9... so, still worth the try. And at least the cashier was nice today. I will be back, I'll stick to those yummy burgers though!

I had a patty melt and fries. The patty melt was really good, but the fries were pretty terrible-…read morethey were soggy and overall very plain

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!

My friends and I went to Jack Brown's Beer & Burger Joint for lunch and I had the Dr. Gonzo burger…read morewith cheese fries. The burger itself definitely lives up to the hype. The fries were good but the cheese a little too salty. Our waiter was super nice and checked on us constantly which is always a plus. Overall, a great choice for burger lovers--especially if you're in the mood for something a little different from your standard cheeseburger.

Excellent burgers and the sweet potato fries, to die for! Had to have a second burgerread more

Wow! This burger joint is amazing and better than Jack Browns imo…read more We ordered the cowgirl - American cheese, horseradish aioli, bacon, 2 waygu beef patties. Absolutely delicious and crave worthy. The burger was juicy and flavorful everything I wanted. The bun was toasted to perfection. My husband got the regular hand cut fries and I got the sweet potato fries. Literally the best SP fries I've ever had they were crispy and perfect balance of salty sweet. Yum! I wish we had one in HSV guess I'll have to drive back just for the burgers lol. They also serve different styles of hotdogs and fried pies for dessert. They have a few beer options and fountain drinks. Our food came out quickly and the whole place had a funky cool vibe.

Food was amazing! Burger was cooked to perfection like grandma used to make. I will definitely be…read moreback. Maybe breakfast next time

Absolutely delicious and vibrant! We stopped in on a beautiful spring Sunday afternoon to grab a…read morebite before we got our day going. We had been saying we were gonna try it, but wasn't sure about it. I'm angry at myself for not going for this SOONER. I had the Joyland burger with fries, wifey had the egg, cheese, and bacon syrup infused biscuit with the chicken on a stick (Dipstick) with hot honey sauce. Everything was absolutely amazing. There was no "dragging, greasy" feeling afterwards which is important to us -- everything was fresh. The dipstick was as tender and delicious as could be. The burger is one of the best in Birmingham, if not THE best I've had. And the ECB biscuit was a 5/5 as well. We will be back. Service was fantastic as well as the colorful theme inside.

This other restaurant was packed so we came here. The food was really good, everything was cooked…read moreperfectly. It was a little slow to come out but our awesome bartender Cayla provided us with excellent cocktails so we didn't mind the wait!

Pro: The ribeye was very good and so was the pecan bread dessert. The place is cute and attached to…read morethe hotel I was staying in. It was a cold, rainy night so it was nice to have that option without having to step outside. Cons: it was oddly quiet. Like awkward. And I was told the music had been broken for a while. I thought the AC was broken, too. it was very warm. Maybe to make up for the chill outside, but still. Again, It was just awkward inside. dark, warm and quiet. Overall, I would give this place a second try.

The Brisket tacos are the bomb!!!! They are delicious!! Margaritas are really good also. Very…read morefriendly service!! Plz try it!!!!

I cant get passed the brisket and pork tacos. This is the ultimate fusion between Mexican and good…read moreSouthern BBQ. BBQ restaurants in the south are a dime a dozen with the only thing separating most are the sauces and old signs on the walls. Thank you Chef(s) for venturing outside the traditionalist box and bringing real flavor to the game. i also recommend the smoked wings with a good, cold beer.

Such a cozy and retro space! Not too bright but just the right amount of neon and nostalgia from…read moredecor to seating areas. Service was quick, friendly, and helpful when picking flavor choices. I dined in and enjoyed the vanilla doughnut more than the fritter, mainly because if the fritter was warmed up it would have been amazing! Cold cinnamon, glaze, bread, and apples aren't as appealing to me, but maybe I missed an option to warm it up. That wouldn't stop me from visiting again!

The burger was cold, and the fries were slightly warm at best. It could have been that they had a…read morelarge catering order. There were not many customers for lunchtime on a Friday.

First time to The Battery... There were 7 of us who went to watch the Super Bowl. Very clean…read moreupscale sports bar. Drinks were great and the Brussel sprouts were fabulous... one of my favorites. Made with whipped goat cheese and pomegranates. The burger was absolutely delicious.... Maybe I was just hungry lol. Our waitress was wonderful, I'm sorry I didn't catch her name. Always made sure our drinks were filled. Would I go back? Yes indeed! Everyone in the party was happy with their food and the service.

The good: they have a parking lot with a decent number of spots and a very nice covered patio with…read morelots of TVs. Oh and they have several NA beer options that aren't badly priced. The not good: the service. We had 2 servers on a Sunday afternoon. The first was very good. The second was non existent. The manager had to come take our orders and refill water. The menu has limited vegetarian options - extremely limited. I got the quesadilla and asked them to hold the meat. But it was insanely filled with cheese like to the point I thought I was going to choke on a blob of cheese. Just not a place to come if you're hungry and don't eat meat. I'd come back for a beer and to watch a game. But I wouldn't plan to eat here. A veggie burger option would go a long way here.

The menu had a good variety of options including fish, hamburgers, chicken, and more, though I…read moredidn't notice any salad options available. Parking is primarily street parking in the area, but there is also a public parking deck nearby. I'm unsure what the current cost is for the deck, but it's worth knowing if you're visiting during a busier time. I ordered the fish tacos with black beans and chose the cheese grits as my second side. Everything tasted fresh and had lots of flavor. The real star of the meal, though, was the sweet potato cake. It was incredibly moist and delicious. Honestly, I could've eaten four of them without shame or hesitation. My colleagues ordered burgers and fries. They both really enjoyed their burgers, but neither cared much for the fries. They had also requested a couple additional items after the food arrived, but those items never made it to the table. The decor is bright and fun, though it didn't quite seem to match the style of food being served. Just my personal observation. They also have a robot that helps deliver the food alongside the servers, which felt a little unexpected for the casual atmosphere and southern comfort food vibe. They were fairly busy since it was lunchtime on a Friday, but the wait really wasn't bad at all. Would I go back? Yes. Was it my absolute favorite? No. But there were definitely things I enjoyed, especially that sweet potato cake that nearly made me consider ordering dessert first next time.

I specifically chose Yo' Mama's because I'd heard great things about the food and also wanted to…read moresupport a Black-owned business -- and I'm so glad I did because the food absolutely did not disappoint. We ordered the hot chicken sandwich with a side of coleslaw, and both were packed with flavor. The slaw was light, crisp, and not overloaded with mayo, with just a slight peppery kick that made it incredibly tasty. The hot chicken sandwich itself wasn't overwhelmingly spicy, but it was finger-licking good -- juicy, well-seasoned, and satisfying down to the last crumb. We truly enjoyed every bite. The ambience with its bright green, purple and white colors added to the experience. The restaurant was lively and full of people, which is always a good sign. I also caught glimpses of other patrons' dishes, and everything coming out of the kitchen looked just as delicious as what we ordered. Service was friendly and welcoming, which made the visit even better. Staff members seemed genuinely happy to be there and kept things moving smoothly. The location is right in the heart of downtown Bhama, so parking is metered street parking, but the prices were reasonable and worth it for the quality and uniqueness of the food. Overall, this spot delivered on food, atmosphere, and service. Big thumbs up from me -- I'll definitely be back!