Timely service and good food. Will try it again soon I encourage others to give it a try.read more

Our first visit to Birmingham and this place came highly recommended by family so we knew we had to…read morehave some! We ordered a family meal and got some pulled pork and chicken, Mac and cheese, baked beans, potato salad and some cookies. Having gotten in from a full travel day, it was nice to eat some amazing southern style bbq at our Airbnb. Can't speak to the ambience or service since our family members picked up the food for us, but if it's anything like their food, it's awesome!

This past Friday, I was dropping off donations at The Foundry, and noticed that Hit Different was…read moreright across the highway. I jumped at the chance to try this place out because of the reviews of other Yelpers. The restaurant is sitting on the corner of Pelham Parkway and County Road 68 East, across from The Foundry Superthrift Outlet and Dollar General, and next door to TherapySouth. It is a nice sized place and the atmosphere is welcoming. I was helped by Dyron, who seemed like he never knew a stranger. He was so kind to everyone, including those on the phone. I even heard him say, "So we got your dad covered - what can I get started for YOU?" He was excited when he found out I was a "newbie". I love the menu. Each item has some form of "hit" in the name - slappin', crackin', slammin', and more. I ended up with the "Bussin' Burger" and a side of fries to go (since I was heading back to work). The food is cooked upon ordering, so my meal was nice and hot when I left. And I am here to tell you, the name of the burger was totally accurate! It was delicious - seasoned very well, and the perfect amount of toppings. The fries were good, but that burger - so good! No wonder Hit Different is a 2026 Shelby County Small Business of the Year Nominee! They deserve it and then some! Do yourself a favor, listen to the other Yelpers, and head down Highway 31 for an amazing meal at Hit Different! I am going back!

Omg this is my new favorite place. I got a burger, catfish, Mac and cheese, collards, okra, we got…read morewings to go. I can not rave enough about Hit Different. Everything was seasoned to absolute perfection. Nico was an amazing server. The cocktail I ordered was nostalgic. They have adorable art on their walls. We also stopped in after my mom completed her last chemotherapy treatment and the owner brought her a piece of pound cake with a handwritten note! I love them!

Yes, I'm actually just now trying Saw's, I can't believe it either…read more It lived up to the hype for sure! I got the brisket grilled cheese, which is on their Hoover Restaurant Week menu. Not sure if it's available all the time. Piled high with brisket and their vinegar based bbq sauce - this was memorable and very filling. Their fries were good but nothing to write home about. The pimento cheese, pepper jelly, and pork rind app was amazingly sweet, spicy and salty. An absolute must try. My mom got the pork and greens dish and raved about it. Greens over cheese grits with pulled pork and red sauce and onion rings. Very flavorful and she had so much left over. Our waitress was very friendly and parking was no issue at the Hoover location. We'll be back!

This might seem a bit odd if you don't have a person in your family who MUST eat gluten free, but…read moremy wife nearly cried when she was able to order the Sweet Tea "FRIED" chicken. She hasn't had fried chicken in years, and this was a pleasant surprise. Everything we tried there was excellent! If we lived in the area this would be a regular stop.

Got the pimento burger and was very happy with it! The store made pimento cheese was excellent as…read morewas the store made brioche bun. Thank you Yelp for helping me find such a great restaurant while I was out of town! Most of their food is made in house so you know it will be fresh and flavorful unlike most places that buy from one of the three big foodservice companies that are making all food BLAND! 4.5/5!

This place did not disappoint i had one of the best burgers I've had in a long time the beef is…read moreground fresh daily which means undeniable juiciness the kind that runs down your hand after each bite the fries were perfectly fried and I had to have ranch to dip and I think the ranch was homemade as well the service was great fast and friendly the ambiance is giving not your typical butcher shop fresh meats nice wines cheeses and so much more I'm excited to come back and try something different and purchase a few cuts of meat

I finally got to try Moe's BBQ in Hoover! We ate dinner here and watched the 4OJ fireworks so we…read moredidn't have to deal with the Hoover Met traffic. It's a fast casual restaurant where you order at the register and they bring out your food. I got the pulled pork sandwich with a side of mac and cheese. I chose the lighter version with one side and I loved that they had that option. The pork was tasty and tender and paired perfectly with the soft bun. The mac and cheese was good, but nothing crazy. The red neck nachos were the perfect appetizer to split and they were topped with bbq, queso, jalepenos, and we added the pulled pork. Perfect spot for lunch or dinner!

Tasty BBQ for a great price and homey atmosphere! The menu consists of sandwiches, platters, and a…read moregenerous selection of sides. I ordered the salad and added pork. It came with a side of cornbread which was slightly sweet and buttery! I also added a side of their chips- which are kettle-crispy and well seasoned. My boyfriend ordered the pulled pork sandwich which came with 2 sides. He chose the fries and mac n' cheese. The mac n' cheese was a good pick! The portions are great size, the inside is clean, and all the workers are very nice.

We had a really good meal at Jim 'N Nick's Bar-B-Q. I had the Carolina barbecue plate and asked for…read morewhite sauce on the side, which was a great addition. We also tried the deviled eggs, which were good, and the muffins were, as always, delicious. The corn on the cob was also really good. The slaw was just okay, but overall, the meal was very satisfying. My mother had the loaded chicken baker, which she enjoyed. The service was fine, but what really stood out was the manager on site. He was extremely nice, welcoming, and pleasant. I hadn't enjoyed Jim 'N Nick's in the past, so I stopped going there, but I decided to give it another try.

I have reviewed them before and every time we eat here it's pretty good. The ribs, Mac and cheese,…read moregreens and coleslaw is very good. The greens are not canned either so if you like bagged fresh greens then you would like this.

I have driven past Archie's countless times over the past decades (going back to when it was Golden…read moreRule), but I finally got to eat there for the first time! You walk in and the aroma of smoking meat surrounds you. The open kitchen with the BBQ pit in the back is surrounded by booths and tables, creating a warm and casual setting that is perfect for a family meal. The staff were universally friendly, not just our waitress but all the other servers and kitchen staff. They greeted us all with smiles and interacted kindly with my baby and toddler. The food was hearty and homey, with generous portions. We enjoyed a burger, pulled pork sandwiches, a corn dog, fries, baked beans, and a fried peach pie with vanilla ice cream. The burger was cooked fresh and perfectly grilled. The pulled pork was smoky and tender, but the sauce was a little more vinegary than I prefer. The fries were perfectly crisp and golden. My kiddo gave a huge thumbs up for his corn dog and the beans were a hit with the baby. The peach pie tasted like something my grandma would have made, warm and sweet and comforting. And if you like sweet tea so sweet you get cavities just looking at it, Archie's is the place for you (I had to do half and half myself).

This place doesn't even deserve one star. I visited on a Saturday night around 6 p.m. I entered…read moreright behind an older gentleman who sat at a table by himself, and I sat at the table next to him. About three minutes later, a couple came in and sat at another table, and they were waited on before either myself or the gentleman. I sat there as the staff behind the counter stared at me with disgusting looks. The waitress brought the older gentleman a drink without even asking for his order -- I'm assuming he was a regular and they knew what he wanted. Finally, after about six or seven minutes, a waitress came over and asked if I was waiting for someone. I told her no. She then asked if I could move to the counter and sit there. I told her I didn't want to move to the counter -- there was only one seat against a wall-type divider, and the space was about three feet wide. The older gentleman was not asked to move, and there was another older gentleman sitting by himself in a booth. Why was I being asked to move? I told the waitress that I would just leave, and she sarcastically said, "Well, you have a good night then." I did have a choice word to say to her as I was leaving. I really wanted to try Archie's, but I guess being young and dining alone is not welcomed here. A place like this deserves to go out of business.

A bajillion years ago when we moved to Alabaster, back before there was the shopping center, a…read morestate championship football team, and just about any chain restaurant you can name--including the big boy barbecue joints, there was Buddy's Bar-B-Que. It sits back from the road, so you might miss it were it not for the wafting smells of smoked ribs et al. billowing forth from the little smoke stack. There's only a small table or two outside, unprotected from the elements, so best just take your plates, and pounds, and pudding and enjoy them at home, if you can wait that long to dig in. I've gotten Buddy's burgers several times, and they're very good. But so is the pork plate--chopped or sliced, ever how you like. Most recently, I got the pork plate with fries and potato salad. Now the potato salad was a little wetter than I like, but it had okay flavor, and of course, the fries are always good. We went back later that week when they were open on a usual off day for the holiday weekend and got some ribs, smoked sausage, and baked beans. Lots of folks think they're the best baked beans around since there are bits of meat in them. The ribs were perfectly cooked, and we were glad we went early, because they were almost out before lunch had gotten swinging. If your eyes are bigger than your stomach, or you want to enjoy a little something sweet later, there's always banana pudding available or a homemade cake.

Buddy's is amazing! I absolutely loved my 1/2 slab of ribs and baked beans from here. The food is…read morepacked with flavor and definitely has that homemade touch! This isn't a big establishment and likely would be considered a whole in the hall. That's totally fine with me because I love a good hole in the wall. You walk in and you get a good view of the grill. That's where the magic happens! Hickory smoked meat perfection!! The staff was so nice and didn't rush me at all as I was trying to decide what to order. I have passed Buddy's many times in the past. I'm so glad I decided to stop in to grab dinner while I was in the area. Food is amazing!!!! The menu boasted a good variety so I'm excited to try more of their menu options. I will definitely be back real soon!!!

While we were out recently we were discussing, "I don't know, what do you want for dinner?" when we…read morelooked over and saw The Purple Onion. We don't stop in nearly often enough, so it was a quick decision. I like their hamburgers because they're nice and big. Add some fries to in and it's a great filling meal. This time we didn't sit outside since it was a little chilly, but that's always a nice option if the weather is good to enjoy the patio and fountain. Their baklava is also a pretty good price, and we sometimes like to get a couple to take home for later.

Love this place, though we've never dined inside. We get everything at the drive-in window. We call…read moreahead and Ms. Blanca has everything ready for us. Yes, we're on a first-name basis! Hubby ALWAYS the gyro and seasoned onions rings - delicious, and I'm working my way thru the menu. Never disappointed - my favs are anything with their seasoned chicken. Highly recommend - grab a mint tea and say hi to Ms. Blanca!

We visited this great spot in the gorgeous Ross Bridge neighborhood to try something new for my…read moreson's birthday meal. Because of the intense Alabama heat, we chose to sit inside, though they have a really nice screened-in patio available. The restaurant is intimate but well laid out, featuring a couple of distinct dining areas and a bar. Since it was our first time, our server, Daniella, recommended the candied bacon bombs to start. They came with a side of cheese curds, and both were absolutely delicious. Even as small as the curds were, they had a perfect cheese pull! For our mains, I ordered the cowboy burger with an added egg and a side of sweet potato fries, while my son chose the shrimp and grits. My burger was incredible, a solid 9.5 out of 10. My son rated his shrimp and grits a 7, though he has a lot of experience with that dish to compare it to. Daniella provided fantastic service, checking in at just the right times without hovering. I later realized I forgot to ask if they do anything special for birthdays, but honestly, my son was probably glad I forgot! Overall, it was a great meal, excellent service, and a very cool environment.

This place was excellent!! Our waiter Cheyenne was awesome and gave us so many good…read morerecommendations. The star of the show were the appetizers. The low country dip was phenomenal! Cheese with turnip greens and smoked sausage. Yum! The candied bacon bombs were delicious too. The appetizers were enough to get me full but to go I ordered the buffalo chicken wrap and my friend ordered the blackened chicken pasta. She said it was tasty but it needed more sauce. Overall this place was a 10/10. Lively with great staff really makes this place a gem. I will definitely be back.