The Anvil is my go to place for Premier League Football. They happen to be the Liverpool Fan Club…read morehome. I happen to be a Spurs fan and they will always put the game on at least one TV. They are very welcoming. The food is really good. I usually get the wings and either an order of chips (french fries) or crisps (homemade chips with a really good dip). When they have it, they make a great sausage roll I'll get that seems to rotate with the Scotch egg. Quite a few Brits show-up and get the full English fry-up. The place is comfortable a the service is excellent.

I'd never been back in this shopping center before, there's a lot of gems back here! My dad is a…read moremajor fan of The Anvil because they show the English soccer (fútbol) games he wants to see. It's a plus that the food and vibes are good. Dad got the thai wings, which looked delicious (he did not share). I tried the burrata, which was ok. The star of the show was the fish and chips. Really good fry on those, I'll certainly come back. The patio was lovely for a springtime lunch.

In December 2025, we were staying in a nearby suburb visiting relatives for Christmas. We opted for…read morea day before Christmas brunch at Culinary Dropout. A family member selected Culinary Dropout due to numerous high reviews. I made a quick online reservation due to my great fear there would be a long wait. Upon arrival, the restaurant had no visible wait but they were busy though not full. We were seated promptly at a nice clean and comfortable booth with not shared long bench seating, as is my preference. The menu was not too long but offered a nice selection of cooked to order selections. The server was very courteous and thorough. For appetizers, we ordered the Whipped Feta & Tahini Dip and also the Soft Pretzels & Provolone Fondue. Both had excellent flavors. I was especially taken by the latter as the soft pretzels worked so well with the gentle, warm and creamy fondue. As we were all quite hungry, we also shared a variety charcuterie platter. The selection of cheeses, meats, honey and olives were delicious. The astute server took it upon herself to add on for us some crusty bread which really added to our enjoyment. For entrees, our family had Butternut Squash and Kale Salad with Chicken, Crispy Chicken Katsu Sandwich, Prime Rib Dip Sandwich and I enjoyed the Turkey Pastrami Sandwich. All were very much enjoyed with premium ingredients and meat cuts. Aesthetically, the view from the restaurant is quite nice as it is up higher along the ridge line. The general shopping area of The Summit is completely and totally safe being just off Highway 280 and further from questionable downtown Birmingham. The restroom was spotless as was the entire restaurant. There is also a bar with high seats in the middle of the restaurant. I am betting the happy hour drinks here are quite good. I recommend this restaurant without hesitation.

We stopped by for a bite after work and were early enough to take advantage of their happy hour…read morespecials. We got several "small" plates, most of which were not small. The staff checked on us frequently. We got an order of the pork belly nachos - so much food, but good. A wise choice for a meal or for an appetizer for the table. With our other food, we came close but were unable to finish it! We also got a small charcuterie tray sampler - grilled bread, meat & cheese, nuts, and some grilled asparagus - very tasty. We had ordered the truffle pizza - truly one of the best pizzas I've ever had - but were so full, we ended up getting it to go and ate it the next day. I look forward to coming back soon.

It is a bar. It has sticky floors…read more There is great outdoor space. The food is edible. Moving soon.

Carrigan's is probably one of my favorite spaces in Bham. It's rustic, has charm, tall ceilings,…read moreand plenty of space! I love their multiple seating options. They have long community tables as well as the most cozy tucked away booth for a group as well as rooftop seating. This is really great space for groups or even just you and a friend. Or, even if you want to go grab a bite and a beer after work there's a long bar you can sit at, too. The vibe is very laid-back, but also trendy which I love and the food is phenomenal. Last night I got the double burger and the bun was perfectly buttered and toasted, and the two patties with the cheese was super juicy. It does have a black pepper aïoli on it, which the pepper flavoring is definitely prominent, but it was still very good. I really love the fact that they do Fresh house cut french fries. It's really about the details! They are very known for their corn dog, just trust me, it's super fun. But everything I've ordered is always very good, they used to have the best lamb burger in town and I still dream about it! I also really appreciate that they have an extensive list of drink options from homemade unique cocktails to beer to wine and nonalcoholic beers and mocktails. There is something for everyone. They also have a lot of specials during the week as well as other activities like trivia on Wednesday nights. Their location will be moving in the beginning of 2025 but go check this place out!

Lunch with wife, yeah we do that a lot…read more Metro Diner, we'll be going back. Good comfort food, excellent service, clean and tasteful decor. Wife had Pot Roast, was a special on their menu board. More than she could eat. I had the Shepherds Pie, which I would definitely order again, but next time pretty sure I'll try a different menu item. We enjoyed our meal at Metro Diner. Would definitely recommend to friends and family seeking good Comfort Food.

My most recent visit was for National Pancake Day. I was a little disappointed that they didn't…read morehave a featured special for the day. After ordering a basic Short Stack with a side of sausage links, I noticed that the wall had a list of specials and flagged down the server to ask if it was too late to change to the Strawberry Shortcake version that was listed there. She checked and the kitchen said they could change it. Just before bringing it to my table the server also confided that apparently the Strawberry Shortcake version was no longer supposed to be on the menu but I was lucky they had everything still. I thought it was supposed to also include whipped cream (since they had already erased the chalkboard at that point, I couldn't be sure), however they were still pretty tasty even if not a looker per se. I don't dine here often but overall have been pleased when I have. The Chicken & Waffles (always ask for Strawberry Butter!) and the Fish & Chips are really good too.

We met my Aunt for brunch.I had the fish and chips and it was great.However my wife said her…read morechicken and waffles were so so.My Aunt Carolyn's veggie omelette was mush.Her clump of potatoes with it tasted like stuffing.She said it was disgusting.The building is very nice inside and out.Service was good(not great).Other times five stars ,this time 3 from The Working Man Review.

We made reservations for a Saturday night at 5:00, since we were going to see the light festival at…read morethe park. We did not know there was a pub crawl for St Patty's day happening on the day of our reservation. We were the first to be seated in the restaurant since it opened at 5:00. Once we sat down we found out there was a limited dinner menu. The waitress took our drink order right away, but it took 20 minutes for the drinks to be delivered. While waiting for the drinks the waitress took our food order, took our food a good 40 minutes to be served after we ordered. The waitress told us our food was delayed because one item was burned in the oven and had to be remade. When we finally got our order one of the entrees was cold and the other was luke warm. We had ordered both entrees medium, but they were also over cooked. I understand they were busy with the pub crawl, but that should not have impacted their service as much as we experienced. What really disappointed me that the restaurant did not make us aware of the limited dinner menu and that they also were hosting a pub crawl when we made reservations. We could have made a decision to cancel the reservation before we traveled to the restaurant I hope the owners of this restaurant will plan better in the future and make their patrons aware of special circumstances affecting the menu. All I know is that I will not be returning.

I was there today for my birthday month promotion that gives $10.00 towards your meal. I ordered…read morePrime Rib with Aujus , sweet potato fries and Asparagus, it was cooked to perfection! I love it. This meal really made my day! Service is fast and the server is very friendly. Ambience is superb. Surely will be back even if it's not my birthday. Thank you Village Tavern for my yearly treat.

Ordered the prime rib and it was great!!…read more But what made our first visit to Village Tavern in Birmingham truly special was our server, Rebecca. She made the experience one of the best restaurant visits we've had. Thank you, Rebecca! We'll definitely be back.

There must have been changes in the kitchen since our last visit. This time, we were disappointed…read more One of us had seared scallops with snap peas. The dark sauce was perhaps balsamaic based; it hid the delicate taste of the scallops. One was a bit underdone. The snap peas were soggy and very stringly. Our second dish was shrimp with fried rice. There were 6 shrimp with almost 2 cups of rice. The egg-over-light on top was not needed. I wish that the shrimp were simply done with a smaller amount of good crispy rice without the added bits. We both wish that the seafood had not been so masked by other things. Good fresh fish done simply would have been our preference. Our waiter, Rick, was pleasant and helpful. The room was noisier than we remember.

Outstanding seafood and a delightful dining experience are sure to be found at Automatic Seafood!…read moreThis is a more upscale outing, and it made for a cozy and elegant birthday dinner/date night. What we ordered: -Smoked Fish Dip: This appetizer could have easily been shared with multiple people. The dip was so flavorful! -Fish and Chips: You definitely can't go wrong with this one. The fish was perfectly crunchy and battered, and the fries were perfect! -Spice Crusted Yellowfin Tuna: my boyfriend loved this! It wasn't my favorite, but the potato stack that it is served with was phenomenal... they know how to do potatoes here. Without a doubt, I'll be back here. Their menu changes regularly, so there's always something new I can look forward to trying.

Anything blackened and grilled is just delicious…read more Appetizer: Pimento cheese balls - delish Crab cakes - yummy! Best crab cake ever from East Coast all the way to the west. Mostly crab meat, not like those stuffed with bread crumbs. Very flavorful. Entrees: Blackened Shrimp and grits- delicious. Blackened Salmon and Grits -delicious Blackened Red fish and Grits - delicious Blackened Grilled red fish with hush puppies- delicious Fish and chips - good But all blackened shrimp and fishes above stole the show. Seafood gumbo - color was off, no traces of seafood. Tasted like a sour soup, very different. I don't think I will order this again. Desserts: Bread pudding - yummy yummy in my tummy OMG! Highly recommended!

Very nice people! Popular local place. Line of guys at the door when they open to buy fresh…read moreseafood to take home and cook. I had lunch and it was awesome!

I want to write a MAJOR shoutout to Ty Tomlinson!! We hosted a party for 70 people over graduation…read moreweekend at Avenue Pub and Ty's attention to detail was unbelievable. He went up and beyond to make sure that every aspect of our party was fantastic. He helped me problem solve and he came up with great solutions, he made sure that the upstairs venue was impeccably cleaned for our event (even sent pictures) to calm my mind that all was going well, he made sure the food was unbelievable and that our bar/ bartenders were spot on!! Ty quite honestly made planning and hosting an event at Avenue Pub stress free! I am from out of state and I knew all was being taken care of just perfectly! I can honestly say that I have never had that attention to detail and follow up from anywhere I have ever hosted an event. Ty was in constant contact assuring me all was being attended to so our graduation party would be the best!! I would highly recommend planning your next party at the upstairs venue at Avenue Pub and you'd be so lucky to have Ty Tomlinson to work with you. Also, a huge shoutout to our bartenders that attended to us that night. They were kind, serviced the bar wonderfully, and made our party fantastic!

If you're looking for great food, a fun atmosphere, and a place full of character, The Avenue Pub…read moreis a must-visit! The food was absolutely amazing -- fresh, flavorful, and worth every bite. From the moment you walk in, the rustic vibe and welcoming atmosphere make you feel right at home. Great service, great people, and even better food. Get the Salty Dog and Blackberry Smash! Definitely a spot we'll be coming back to. Roll Tide, Alabama!

I found the Off The Hook food truck today in the Riverchase office park in Hoover. Their signature…read moredish is called Rocket Shrimp, and I love it. A large portion of fried shrimp are tossed in Rocket sauce. The sauce is creamy and has a sweet and spicy flavor. It is similar to the Bang Bang Shrimp at Bonefish Grill, but still unique. The Rocket Shrimp can be ordered by itself, or in a taco, po-boy, or Reuben. The Reuben option sounds very interesting, and especially if you like rye bread and sauerkraut. I decided to try the Pow Pow shrimp today. The cashier said it was an Asian ginger sauce, and his favorite. The sauce was unique, it was sweet at first and then the soy sauce flavor takes over. The soy was a bit strong and there was a slight vinegar taste on the back end. I liked it, but I prefer the Rocket sauce. I ordered the kettle chips as my side, and that is a good option. Food trucks are cool, and you should definitely give Off The Hook a try.

Look, when you see a crowd forming around a food truck in the middle of the day, you stop your car…read moreand get some food. Thank god I was hungry. Food trucks in Birmingham are like pizza places in New York, they all have legendary reputations, but some aren't and some really are. This one falls into the latter category. I had a look at a good variety of what they were offering as there was quite a crowd, so I got a sneak peek at the selection as people were coming and going with thier food. The seafood looked and smelled amazing. Basically like a fish fry in a truck. Everyone seemed very pleased. I ordered the beef sliders, fries, sweet tea and banana pudding. All were outstanding. Well seasoned beef patties, perfectly toasted buns, some bleu cheese crumbles, a little special sauce...the whole meal was delicious. Fries weren't soggy or too salty, and the banana pudding was so good that I finished the whole thing. I have a feeling I'm going to end up taking a nap this afternoon. Overall just a well priced, well prepared, delicious, convenient meal. Couldn't ask for more.