This is an "if you know, you know" place. It's in an alleyway down two sets of stairs that smell…read morelike they use a scrub and an antibiotic. The bar is spacious and has a neat vibe, graffiti walls, vending machine, pool tables, interesting decor... Definitely, worth a visit. Jackson was our bartender. Awesome guy!

Played pool with 3 #2 balls and a few fours. Drink beer...have fun. Don't think about it…read more#divebar#divebar I love dive bars. Would give it a 5 on but the urine smell was too prevalent for me.

Had a great experience at the Pop Up Bar in Birmingham. The bartender was incredibly personable and…read morehelpful and took the time to guide me through drink options, which made it easy to land on exactly what I wanted. The atmosphere and music were on point the entire time, lively but still relaxed enough to actually enjoy conversation. The location is also super convenient, making it an easy stop whether you are downtown or just passing through. Easily one of the best margaritas in Birmingham with a ton of flavor options to choose from. The standout is the happy hour with unbeatable prices that make it hard not to come back. Solid spot all around.

I recently was here for the Stillman College alumni mixer. This was a really nice space for this…read moremeetup. It was decorated with red Valentine's Day decor. It was cute. There are TVs throughout so you can catch your fav sports team playing. It's a really cool vibe , lounge sofas and a bar. The bartender was cool and the pre fix drink menu was cute for the occasion. This was my first time at popup bar and I really enjoyed the experience!

Private club. Must be a member or guest of a member to enjoy lovely views on top of Red Mountain…read more Ok food, excellent service by Henry. Had some fun times but most friends have resigned. Kids allowed on dance floor which is not safe for them or dancers! Chased away many older long time members to get the fickle younger bar crowd. Used to have ballroom dancing many nights per week. Got rid of most dance bands. Floor is lit up but not smooth. Pricey for food or drinks. Impressive date place but dues add up quickly.

Always enjoy this upscale causal gathering place inside The Club. Has a nice beer and wine…read moreselection. One is also able to enjoy an ever changing selection of whiskeys and some high end surprises show up. They have bar sitting as well as table. One is also able to order food as well!

This place is just oozing with coolness. The first thing we did about this place was almost miss…read moreit entirely! It's seriously tucked away on the side of the old strip mall. We got in not long after they opened, please don't judge, on a weekend. The bartender was cool AF and we just loved everything about this spot. We played some free pool, drank some drinks, had jello shots and took photos in the photo booth. What's not to love?!

I was here with my friends for some pool and drinks. For context, we were not there very late…read more(maybe 9-10:30ish). My friends and I played some pool, had some drinks and then decided to leave. Before leaving, my best friend and I decided to go to the ladies room. Upon discovering that all bathrooms save one were full, we elected to go into the single available bathroom together. I will at this point acknowledge that there was a sign on the bathroom door that said "one person at a time" that we did not see initially. After entering the bathroom, but after I had disrobed to the point necessary to use the bathroom, we heard someone BEATING on the door saying only one person allowed at a time. We explained through the door that one of us was in the process of using the bathroom, and that we would be out shortly. The banging on the door continued, and, when I stated that I was mostly naked (to use the bathroom) this person returned "I bet you are." Once we were finished using the bathroom, this person ( a man who was identified as one of the owners by a friend, but not confirmed as such by me) aggressively confronted us about the bathroom policy, sayin we would be kicked out. I told him I was about to leave anyway, and that we'd only decided to go into the bathroom together once the other bathrooms were deemed full, and that, further, it was more efficient to use the bathrooms in pairs, where one person used it, while another washed their hands. He was not receptive to this feedback and further pointed to the sign. Upon walking away, the women he was with even stated that I was "such a b*tch", to which he did nothing. If this was an owner, I am appalled at the treatment of a patron. Had this been handled differently, I would have gladly offered an explanation and apology. Further, if this owner allowed his guest/date to insult me loudly across the bar, it makes me wonder what else they allow. If this is someone not affiliated with the bar, which, based on the passion of the affront, I doubt, I encourage the bar to better police their patrons, as this encounter made me feel very unsafe. I won't be back.

The Nick is definitely not for everyone -- but it's absolutely an experience you'll never forget…read more After my friend (who was hosting us) passed out, my other friend and I decided to see more of Birmingham's nightlife. A friendly bartender at Up-Down Arcade Bar (another must-visit!) told us about this place, mentioning it's one of the few bars open 24 hours on the weekend. Naturally, curiosity won. From the jump, this place had character. There's a bouncer at the door, a makeshift elevated DJ booth to the right where you have to pay cash for a "membership." Don't worry -- there's an ATM conveniently behind the booth, ready to charge you a nice little convenience fee if you didn't bring cash. The membership lasts a year, but still, that was a first for me. Inside? Small. Crowded. Lively. And at 1 AM, there was a guy passed out in a chair right by the entrance -- with his dog roaming freely around the bar. I honestly couldn't make this up if I tried. The bartenders were solid -- fast, cool, and trying their best to keep up with the rush. There's a selection of local beers (pretty good ones too) and two pool tables... well, technically one, since they only had one cue ball. The pool sticks? Ancient relics. The bathroom? I'll spare you the visuals. Outside was much more breathable. There was a local guy named Walter -- from Georgia, of all places -- selling BBQ. Cool dude. The turkey wing was a little tough, but his attitude made up for it. Now, the real highlights? The people and the atmosphere. You've got folks eavesdropping on your conversations, tossing around racially backed jokes at me (that I politely corrected), a row of chain-smokers out front, and a woman openly asking for cigarettes or change that may have been homeless, but was definitely a crackhead and she so eloquently vocalized. It's a gritty and downright raw type of place, but somehow, it works. There wasn't any live music when we came, but I'm sure that's what makes this place shine more than it already does in its own unique way. I'll definitely be back for a performance night. Bottom line: Five stars because The Nick is exactly what it's supposed to be -- an unfiltered slice of Birmingham nightlife that refuses to apologize for being itself.

It seems like I'd heard of this place since the day we moved to Birmingham in 2012. I've heard some…read moreinteresting stories about it since then also. lol! I went at 4:30'ish on a Tuesday for happy hour with some pals. Very slow time which was perfect for us. The bartender was very laid back. The customers seemed like regulars... familiar. Good drinks. The walls are super super busy. You can't look and not see something you didn't see before. I definitely recommend going for the experience if you've never been.

Said they were open.. we paid $21 to park across the street and head up to get a drink but we got…read moreup there and all the lights were off and nobody was there lol. Great time...

Nice view of Birmingham, Drinks are overly priced and not to mention Colin the "bar manager"…read moredoesn't like that us man talk to the bartenders. Extremely hostile and jealous environment. Word on the street is that the manager is hooking up with one specific bartender and very protective over her. Other than that nice view. Wouldn't come back because me and my group of buddies felt uncomfortable.

Love it. Shots are kind of pricey considering the size of the shot cup but the daiquiris are great…read more You do have the option to mix them. If you want. The price for the daiquiris are good and match with the sizes. The atmosphere is great. The service bartenders are really good. Parking is kind of bad but it is downtown Birmingham so knowing that it makes sense so it's not that much of a bother.

Love this place and the atmosphere! The staff is always friendly and they have great attitudes!…read moreLove the panty dropper 10/10 recommend.

One word...Terry. He was extremely attentive and supplied service above and beyond. Waters…read moreconstantly filled, check-ins on drinks timed perfectly. Couldn't ask for a better person from a service standpoint!!!! Btw, Terry's margarita was absolutely delicious!

I visited this bar twice…read more On the first occasion, the bartender was slow and inexperienced. Plus the computer system was inoperable so the bartender had to keep track of tabs by hand. On the second occasion, same experience as the first. However, the second time had the added bonus of the bar's water pipes busting. Water began to flood from under the bar into the lobby area and it had to shut down for the rest of the evening. The drinks were $$$ I remember it was about $38 for 2 mixed drinks. Hope they resolved their plumbing issue.