First time. It's been on my list for decades and I finally made it. I had the Ribeye steak and a…read morehouse salad. The salad was simple but nothing special. The steak was excellent. While I was eating I noticed that the Tuesday special was Prime Rib. I am coming back for that one. Service was prompt and you are immediately given the check in case you are in a hurry. Lines can be long so get there early.

Had just a hamburger, and it was very good! Staff were very friendly. Prices on food very…read morereasonable. Highly recommended.

Not exactly a hole in the wall, but rather a kind of "hidden gem". This unassuming restaurant, part…read moreof the Holiday Inn hotel, has limited menu, a favorable bar with quite a few canned beers and several draft brews (when the taps are working...they were frozen tonight) plus liquor & some mixed drinks. Wow "limited menu" may seem discouraging, what is on that limited menu is absolutely amazing. We've eaten here several times and, sad to say I'm in a rut, because I've had the burger each time. Half pound of lean ground beef, grilled to perfection - served with lettuce, tomato, and red onion on a toasted brioche bun. Also comes with a side of really crispy fries. My dining companion had the "Chicken Chaser" ... a "lighter chicken dish of grilled chicken breasts sauteed with white wine, mushrooms, and tomatoes." Oh my! Nothing light about this dish in terms of quantity of the calorie might be low. Absolutely delightful sautéed chicken breast. This was served with two sides. Check my photo of the current menu for additional entrée items or sandwiches as well as a list of the canned beers they have on hand Prices are very reasonable and for us, - traveling this weekend... This turned out to be the perfect stopping point for the evening.

The food was great attached to the Holiday Inn hotel. I would definitely stay at this hotel and…read morehave a blast at this. Warren Grill loved it. Great customer service also good place to stop on my journey recommended.

When we went there in 2021, it was fairly good. The older waitresses oozed the old south charm. And…read morethe food? It was like a good Southern family home cooking place. Now, I don't know what has happened since then, but something did. To begin with, the place always looked "used". It had been there a long time and that's expected but this time the chairs looked badly worn and the carpet was in need of help. But it looked clean over all. The workers were friendly but very busy. They had a teenage boy who seated us who was in need of some grooming. But he was polite, so we let it slide. The waitress was very casual and nice as well. But it looked like this one poor lady was handling the entire side of the place by herself. I can overlook all of the above if the food is good but... To begin with, I ordered the same meal I ate in 2021 and yes, I remembered it! As a turkey lover, I recalled it as a Thanksgiving kind of meal that I enjoyed which was why I ordered it again. It was billed on the menu as: Sliced turkey, stuffing, three sides and cranberry sauce. I could eat Thanksgiving 365! And that first time was like reliving Thanksgiving at Moms. Not this time. Aside from being out of broccoli (which limited the green sides down to green beans and/or collard greens- which I do not like) there was an issue with things not being as presented in the menu. The "stuffing" or "dressing" was a small heap of mushy something. It was thin, watery and bland. Horrible! The "sliced turkey" was fractured white meat of turkey, fractured so much that it seemed to meld into the mushy dressing. The two were undiscernable. And it, too, was bland. There was something they called turkey gravy but it was definitely a canned or otherwise prepackaged gravy: bright yellow in color and gloppy in texture. The mashed potatoes were fine, a little salty but fine, though I am not sure if they were homemade or from mix or what. The "green beans" were not what I had before. Before I had what, at worst, had been frozen green beans, though well-seasoned and cooked through. This time I was given Italian beans from a can that had no flavor to them. And then there was the mac n cheese. The test of a good Mom and Pop place is the M&C and this batch failed. Over cooked elbow macaroni in a non-saucy glob of light orange gunk that tasted like flour and not cheesy at all. If that sounds bad, worse was the pie. They used to serve cake and some damn good cake, too! But we were told today they serve pies. I ordered the lemon meringue. I make lemon meringue pie so I know fully well what one should taste and look like and this was NOT it! The fill looked like leftover banana pudding with the bananas extracted. It wasn't set and the meringue slid off of it. The meringue itself had a wateriness that I couldn't quite figure out but it was lightly toasted on top. The corn muffins were good, though they could have gone without being dunked in butter. Over all, I cannot give this place the report I would have liked to have given a landmark in Montgomery. Its sad, too.

Martin's was like a little bit of home. For those raised in the south, you know what I mean when I…read moresay butter peas, collard greens and fried chicken. The two meat came with another side so chose the broccoli casserole. Had I come on the day when the fried green tomatoes or fried okra were the option, I definitely would have swapped out the broccoli casserole. Generous portions and I easily could have split this meal with someone. They definitely know southern cooking here. It's not a fancy place by any means, just good cooking. Our server seemed a bit tired or put out, I couldn't tell which thus the 4 stars. I did go later afternoon following the lunch rush so that could have been the issue.

Great food and great service. Gerald is the best! Just wish they'd get a separate fryer for those…read moreof us with a shellfish allergy.

Had dinner here while visiting for the night. Food was…read moreaverage. Wings were crispy but the sauce choices are just ok. The lemon pepper rub was almost inedible it was so salty. Service was very inattentive and we had to ask someone to find our server a few times.

This place is wild in so many ways. I would have never pictured a place like this existing in…read moresouthern Alabama, yet here it is, thriving and expanding. Allow me to explain. It defies all logic of concept. It's not a restaurant, but it is. It's not a grocery store, but is.... It's not a liquor store, but... It's such an interesting evolution of business man. You could never just start something like this. It's just been percolating for a good while and just evolving along the way. They now are in the whole building they lease as the concept has grown. I love to see a family business evolve and grow! It's call Derk's Filet and Vine. I was thinking steakhouse when I heard we were going here. It is a butcher shop (slash) wine and beer store (slash) grocery store (slash) caterer (slash) that happens to also sell a wildly popular Meat and Three Caferteria Style lunch that lines up people sometimes in the hundreds. Insanity. My reasons for being here are even more insane to be honest. Nonetheless, I am so glad to have had the opportunity to see this place while I am still alive. The folks working here are fantastic! Super helpful and friendly. I dig some AL hospitality! I had never been to Montgomery before. My lunch was too freaking notch!! Yum. Yum! I'll be back. It's in the stars. Written well before you or I were around or awake to realize. Can't wait to eat some fried chicken next time!! '26 - 33

First time here and is reminiscent of a bygone era. Can tell there's lots of regulars that come…read morehere, and the staff was friendly and helpful. Word to the wise - don't come after 1 and expect a full selection of food. At that point, you'll have to pick from whatever is left, but it will be affordable and tasty.

Great place and I will be back!…read more FOOD I had the John Wayne burger with added bacon jam. Loved it! Got some comeback for for the fries and my buddy liked his boneless wings. Get a sweet treat on your way out! I LOVED the brownie. Fudge goodness. DRINK Of course this is one of the main reasons people come here. The pour your own drink system is very cool. They had lots of glassware options and a good range of beer styles along with wine, seltzers, and vodka based drinks. STAFF Both of the staff members were great with suggestions and explaining the drink selection to me. ATMOSPHERE Several people walked in and were immediately clearly impressed with the one this place puts off from the start. Can't wait to see you again!

stopped by while on a business trip. Got a nice greeting, and clear instructions on using the self…read morepour taps. Fair selection of beers , with a broad variety of styles. Interestingly , had a strong group of sours. food was solid, filling. my burger was above average in quality. my only complaint was the seating is not very comfortable. I will be back !

I booked a private graduation dinner at Central in the Cellar room. I contacted the restaurant only…read morea couple of days in advance and they were able to put together a great event for me. Everyone loved the gorgeous space and food. I especially loved the private bathrooms and seating areas. The staff was very kind. They printed and set up name cards for me before arrival. Communication prior was great. Everything went well and we had a great time. With the added bartender and outside dessert fee, the total was roughly $105/person for 18 people. This included the pimento cheese board, wedge salad, entree, and small dessert. It is a tiny bit pricey for the size of the entrees, but was worth it for the private space, service, and quality.

Central is a nicer restaurant in downtown Montgomery. I came here with colleagues. It is a nicer…read moreplace, but it's fairly chatty and loud inside. The service was great and the food came out without too much of a wait given the size of our group. Our waiter was also very thorough and helpful. I got the Cauliflower Steak and an espresso martini. The martini was excellent, but the cauliflower steak was just fine. I am vegetarian and they didn't have a ton of veggie options, but it's also not exactly what they are trying to cater to.

Great food! Prompt service! I love getting my wings from this location after work! The food is…read morealways fresh and customer service is great!

The wings are little. Food is very delicious and the service is fast. Also have specials such as 10…read morepiece wings and fried rice for $14.99. Better prices than a lot of American delis around town. Friendly as well :)

Excellent cocktails and a great beer selection too! Staff is great! Like the vibe inside and on the…read morepatio!

Lots of great beers on draft, all of which are flat and stale…read more I've heard there's a great burrito place next door that closes at 10, but it was closed at 8:15. Bartender was great. Prices were reasonable. Won't be back.

We live nearby and go to this place frequently. Always good food and big portions. The staff are so…read morefriendly and responsive. Clean dining room with great ambiance - lighting, music. Try the chopped guacamole. Plenty to take home and have some later. My kids come home from far away just to eat here.

I was staying at a hotel nearby for a very short visit to Montgomery. The hotel staff suggested…read morethis as something that was open late. The food was fine, I got the veggie combo and the bean burrito was probably the best part. The rest was just ok. It's a rather diner-style space and wasn't that busy the night I was there. The service was a bit slow but ok. I did forget that iced tea in the south is sweet tea, oops! Definitely got my sugar fix. If you're staying nearby and this is your option, it's fine, but I wouldn't go out of my way for it.