Had dinner here last night and WOW! I can't believe I've never been before. The stuffed grouper and…read morefried green tomatoes were absolutely incredible. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and delicious, and the food came out surprisingly fast! The staff was so kind and welcoming, which made the whole experience even better. You can really tell they care about the quality of their food. I will definitely be back! If you're looking for a solid seafood spot, this is absolutely one to add to your list!

My fifth trip to this restaurant so that tells you it's an authentic and delicious restaurant…read more Today is Labor Day and our amazing server " labored" beyond expectations!! Adam deserves a raise. As always the food was delicious, served the right temperature. My favorite is the shrimp and oyster platter. The fried green tomatoes are the best ever. Also the jambalaya and hush puppies!! Go... you won't be disappointed.

The pasta was good without any added protein. The container of Parmesan was perfect for the…read moreportion. The portion was more than enough. Really appreciated the service of the wait staff, chef and manager. Everyone at our table was more than satisfied.

We love the place but way too expensive!…read more But overall, good food and very nice waitresses.

I've been craving oysters, and what better way to satisfy that craving than during Oyster Wednesday…read moreon National Oyster Day! I sat on the patio, which made for a relaxing dining experience. Carlos took great care of me and provided friendly, attentive service throughout my visit. I started with the Oyster Pot, which includes four raw, four Rockefeller, and four chargrilled oysters. It was the perfect way to sample each style. While all three were good, the chargrilled and Rockefeller oysters were the standouts for me. The Rockefeller oysters were my favorite, so I couldn't resist ordering another dozen of those. If you're an oyster lover and can't decide which style to order, I highly recommend starting with the Oyster Pot. Between the great food, the relaxing patio, and the excellent service from Carlos, I'll definitely be back!

Jubilee Joe's is a charming restaurant that offer's Cajun Cuisine. It offers a large parking lot…read moreand a large outdoor seating area. Tonight they had live music. I choose the air conditioning over the entertainment but from what I was able to hear the young lady singing is very talented. When I came in I was NOT immediately greeted. It took a while to be acknowledged but once I was seated I had a great experience. My server was great and the atmosphere is really nice. It's dark with flickering hanging chandeliers. The place was clean with people actively cleaning. I started things off with a strawberry cheesecake martini and it was so good I wanted to curl up in a corner and tell them to keep them coming. It was like a dessert in a cup so if sweet isn't your thing, definitely skip this one. It was, however, not sickeningly sweet. It was perfect. I got a cup of the gumbo yaya, which has shrimp, crab, chicken, and sausage. It was some of the best gumbo I have had in a while. It was perfectly seasoned and had a little kick. Next, I had one of their specialties, the NOLA Chicken. You can choose grilled or blackened chicken served on top of creamy mashed potatoes with diced tomatoes, green onions, and covered in a delicious creamy lobster sauce with a side of grilled asparagus. It was delicious. The seasoning was spot on and the chicken was tender. The lobster sauce made the dish. My only complaint with the dish was a single stalk of reedy asparagus but the others were tender. My last course was the bread pudding. I really wanted to say how delicious it was but it was just good, not great. It was made from Gambino bread and had a warm whiskey cream sauce and chocolate drizzle but the pudding was missing something. Fruit like raisins maybe? It was just a little too bland for me. I'm definitely trying the key lime pie next time. I recommend this place for a nice night out

I ordered the BLT Salad with applewood-smoked bacon and tomatoes, but instead of the roasted garlic…read moreranch dressing, I get mine tossed in balsamic. It was delicious, and of course, I made a happy plate! They also provide bread while you wait for your food, and they'll bring you more upon request--a nice touch! My friend got the Fish Tacos with cabbage, charred corn salsa, and spicy sriracha sour cream, along with a side of fried spinach from their secret menu. The secret menu consists of about five items that are no longer on the regular menu, but they'll still prepare them if you ask. She said the fish was perfectly charred around the edges and absolutely delicious. Just make sure you check your teeth after eating the spinach! Our server, Kayleigh, did a great job taking care of us and made the experience even better. And congratulations to her--she graduates from cosmetology school next month! ‍ Wishing her all the best in her next chapter! Two great meals, great service, and another good experience!

Consistent 5-Star Excellence! Outstanding Food, Massive Portions, and Great Value…read more ​Every single time we visit this spot, they absolutely knock it out of the park. If you want a flawlessly executed steakhouse dinner in the Birmingham area without the pretentious price tag, this is your place. ​I ordered the 12oz ribeye with a baked potato, and both were cooked exactly to order. My wife started with their huge, fresh house salad before tackling the massive 16oz ribeye and a fully loaded baked potato. Honestly, the 16oz cut looked like something straight out of The Flintstones--it was beautifully charred, incredibly juicy, and absolutely massive. ​The service matched the stellar quality of the kitchen. Our waitress was incredibly attentive and kept my sweet tea topped off the entire night (which is no easy task!). ​We wrapped up the evening with a slice of chocolate cake. It was literally the size of a diner-style napkin dispenser--decadent, moist, and downright delicious. ​Budget-wise, it's a high-end steakhouse experience, so expect to spend a little money. However, compared to other premium steakhouses around Birmingham, their pricing is incredibly fair and easily on the lower end of the fine-dining spectrum. You get amazing portions, top-tier quality, and fantastic service. Highly recommended!

Great service, fun environment, and the food was really yummy!…read more My husband and I both had the seafood combo 1. I had the Cajun mild flavor and it was perfect. He had the medium and it was delicious! The spice does build, so if you are sensitive to spice, I'd definitely go mild or no spice. The Chocolate Martini was so yummy!!

Server was very attentive and sweet. They had to reset the coke machine and before they did that,…read moreshe made sure to bring everyone at the table extra refills because it can take up to 30 minutes for it to reset. The ambiance was honestly your typical seafood boil place but the food really hit the spot

food was okay, nothing special. no condiments on the table. music was loud. Maybe okay for a late…read morenight head banger bar. Badly in need of a manager.

Stopped by Cajun Steamer for a quick lunch and it hit the spot. I wasn't looking for a full…read moremeal... just something light with a good drink. Discovered they have brunch on Sundays from 11-2. The crab claws were the star... flavorful, and seasoned just right with that classic Cajun kick. Paired it with a drink and it made for a super laid-back, satisfying brunch vibe. Ate on the patio bc if it's a pretty day, why not? Service was quick and friendly, which I appreciated since I was just popping in. Overall, a great go-to if you want something casual but still packed with flavor. I'll definitely be back when I'm craving seafood without the full sit-down commitment.

My husband picked this for his Father's Day and it was a great choice He made the reservation the…read moreday before and We were glad he did! The place got packed quickly ! For drinks We got a old fashioned for hubbie, me a lemon drop and a Watermelon dream for my son This was the first lemon drop that I liked!!! For apps we got gator bites , fried calamari, and squid . The gator bites were good and tender, and the calamari and squid were fried lightly. Entrées, I got the snapper lemon grass. My son got a catfish Po boy that I swear was half a French loaf, and my husband got the platter with fried oysters, butterfly shrimp crawfish fries It was a lot of food and we had to take some home We still got dessert, though, which was a cream Brûlée I have just a few tweaks 1. You need to have somewhere with the dessert stated on your menu. Second, the butternut squash that I got with my fish, should've been done a touch more. It was still good. It just needed to be done a touch more. 3. Please fix the handicapped bathroom. It didn't want to lock . Regardless, it was a wonderful meal!! Our server was pretty on point. She was friendly. She was fast no complaints and she got tipped very well. I think her name was Briana O!! She was an excellent waitress! All in all, I think everyone enjoyed their meal . It ticked off all of my boxes service friendly /professionally, service fast/ asked about drinks/reasked/bathroom was nice/clean Thank you and We intend to come again!!! Reservations are needed for those who don't know!! Trust me!

YARI S. was HORRIBLE! she started us off then was the rudest person every to be in the hospitality…read moreindustry i don't know if she was having a bad day or what but i DO NOT RECOMMEND her or her attitude! ORDERED a delicious watermelon dream martini when asked Yari about where was the foam like the picture she replied "WE OUT". so rude Thankful for Spencer coming to save the day! thank you spencer! the food was good as always the oyster mignonette was amazing as always and the pasta was delicious!

first time customer! Kevin was great! the food recommendations were on point. definitely returning!read more

Another great visit to Cajun Roux! We were seated quickly, and our server was fantastic--friendly,…read moreknowledgeable, and she made an excellent recommendation. I decided to try something new and ordered the Wicked Chicken based on her suggestion. It was delicious, full of flavor, and the portion was huge. I also had the bacon-wrapped sausage, which is always one of my favorites and never disappoints. The combination of great service, generous portions, and consistently good food is why I keep coming back. If you're looking for flavorful Cajun cuisine, Cajun Roux is definitely worth a visit.

We came here on a Tuesday night as a party of 3. For a random Tuesday night, the restaurant was…read morepretty busy. I love how cozy the dining area is. Our server was Kaylan and she was fun, gave us recommendations and provided an excellent customer service experience. She was great!!!!! We started with their delicious chicken fingers & fries ( they forgot to bring the slaw). I was kinda disappointed since I am a coleslaw fan. I got so full, so quick eating the chicken fingers & fries. We also had their spinach /queso dip- this is a really tasty appetizer. Only complaint, wish it had been a little hotter. I didn't order an entree(remember I said how full I was). I enjoyed a glass of wine instead. My friends had the salmon dish and the steak Maui. Both entrees were nicely prepared and they seemed to enjoy their meal choices. Lastly, you can't come to J Alexander without ordering their carrot cake. It's a warm slice of HEAVEN!!! It's a MUST HAVE!!!!

Continuing on my America 250 series of 20th century established businesses, we get into the 1970's…read more I want to highlight 2 places established in 1971 including J. Alexander's and then 3 places from 1976, the Bicentennial year. I lived in Birmingham in 2010, and my friend, who lived very close to the Hoover Mall told me about a cool promotion at J. Alexander's. I believe it was a Monday gambling deal. Alabama laws on gaming were strict; so this was maybe the closest to gambling I could get. It was some expensive steak, and the server would flip a coin, which I would call heads or tails. If I was correct, I'd get the steak free! I lost; so I paid the hefty bill. At least it was hefty for my underpaid job of that time. But I had fun, and I enjoyed the steak & nice service.

I went there for lunch for the first time. I had a crab cake sandwich and little cup of slaw that…read morecame with it. My bill was $32.14. That's very expensive to me. Particularly for a place where you order at the counter and make your own drink. Food - the little cup of slaw was very good. The crab cake sandwich was just ok. Not much taste to it. I really wanted it to be very good because I love crab cakes. This is a place they charge you to use a credit card also (3%).

I love their food. I eat here for lunch about once a month. I never get a receipt but asked for one…read morelast time I was here and never realized they charged me 50 cents for a cup of water. I didn't even need a cup because I had my own. Seems a bit petty when a handful of lettuce and a small piece of fish is $25 plus tax. Also the price was $1 higher on my receipt than on their menu.