It was my first time going here. Meeting a colleague at the locale because it was on his way home…read moreto Leeds. It was a "Back to the Future" experience. As I walked in the bartender yells at me, "What part of banned for life don't you understand....?" Fortunately, the PTSD keeping me on perpetual edge kicked in immediately and I responded, "Hey you're wearing my t-shirt you... give it back. And, how can I be banned from a place I've never been before?" The bartender and I then got down to the long history of Marty's PM (formally in Five Points), the legal and jurisdictional control of lifetime bans, and general 'long time no see, how you been?' chit chat. The place is situated in a nearly empty strip mall, which gives it a slightly post-apocalyptic vibe. It was nevertheless pretty crowded. They seem to be serving the same healthcare professionals/biker crowd that used to populate the 5-points version back in the day. I didn't try the food, but it looked pretty good. The prior version had one of the best grilled cheese sandwiches to be found. My only knock on the place would be the lack of draft beers. I toughed it out drinking Jack and Cokes. It's a little out of the way for me, but I suspect I'll be back sooner rather than later.

I definitely needed to refresh my Marty's GM review. I'm back loving them again! This is easily…read moreone of my favorite spots to grab a drink , food and just be around a fun group of people. The atmosphere is chill unless a Bama football game is on! I really enjoyed watching the bama vs mizzou game here a few weeks ago. The staff is fun and personable. As of recently, the food menu has been updated. They now have ballpark nachos and they are outstanding. TRUST ME!!! Marty's GM has my heart again.

This place can be hit or miss with the food. This is a great place to bring the kids if you want to…read morewatch a football game or basketball game. They have tv's outside. The first time we had the pizza it was really good. The second time it wasn't good at all. It completely lacked flavor. The girl who took my order and offered for it to be made again, but it didn't taste any better. We also had the sweet tea fried chicken sandwich and fried green tomatoes. The fried green tomatoes were VERY soggy.

We stopped in to have lunch and drink at the bar one Sunday while out shopping. It was nice to have…read morethe option of pizza or BBQ. We ended up doing both and taking most of our pizza home for later. Our bartender was sweet and came up with a cocktail for me since I was so undecided as to what I wanted. She basically made me a boozy cherry limeade! Even though it seemed to be pretty busy, it wasn't too loud despite the arcade area and full dining room. This was a super convenient stop while we were out and about, but I wouldn't be going back for the sole purpose of having a meal.

I am so glad I tried House Eleven this morning-- it is now ranked #1 on my downtown Birmingham…read morecoffee tour. The building was hard to spot at first, but nearby parking was easy to find. The building is a renovated house and offers an abundance of indoor and outdoor seating. It's a coffee shop by day, and after 4pm, it turns into a 21+ bar and venue that restricts laptop use. The barista was super friendly, and it was obvious they were a pro because the espresso was dialed in. Aside from your usual espresso based drinks, they offer tea and seasonal drinks, like strawberry matcha, as well as pastries. I do feel like it's a bit overpriced and outdated to charge $1 for alt milk, but that seems to be the norm in Birmingham. All in all, I'm impressed with the type of atmosphere that House Eleven is delivering to 1st Avenue North and would definitely go back to try other drinks.

Love this shop. They brew local June coffee. Setup in a converted old house the seating are in 3…read moredifferent "rooms" with a huge outdoor patio. The staff was friendly and helpful. The espresso was dialed. Perfect spot for a coffee and conversations with a dear friend!

I saw a tweet recently that said "if your beer costs more than $4, you are at a 'dive-themed' bar."…read moreBourbon Street Bar and Lounge is NOT 'dive-themed,' it is a dive. It's an interesting mix of people. Retired frat guys playing pool, usually an odd wedding party, a couple of resident characters in leotards. It's like a watering hole in the Safari, lots of different cats intermingling. It's fantastic. True to its name, it does remind me of New Orleans. The ominous folding table and chairs in the parking lot with ashtrays is hilarious. Truly a liminal space if you open your mind to that. Inside is warm and decorated with memorabilia/paraphernalia of bar nights past. We did karaoke with Connie. We had the premie baby (vodka or gin, on ice, in a giant pickle jar). You're not bar-hopping if you're coming here. This is your final destination of the night. Prepare for that. It was somehow near 3am when we left, and the room had not cleared out a bit.

This place is ridiculous. They claimed they could scan all id's but mine didn't work. Almost 40…read moreyears old. Not even close to 21 but okay. Ridiculous. FYI I have a valid Alabama drivers license.

You want a great bar for a cold beer and the vibes are just right? You want to order your drinks…read morefrom a classy bartender name Whitney? Go to Mom's Basement. Will be the best decision you made in a minute.

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.

Well well well, a place I never knew that I needed to be at for some live entertainment. Yelp…read morepartnered with this business for an event and man- o -man, am I happy that I received an opportunity to experience this Birmingham hidden gem. Such an inviting and comfortable vibe when you walk through the door. The bar was a vibe, the bartender was a vibe and the drinks seemed appealing. But the magic happened in the lounge area with the great entertainment. Loved Sunday Story, got me looking at the calendar for upcoming events. Support this business if you're looking for a nice place to chill and enjoy live entertainment without distractions.

Brewery # 428 I have…read morea hard time calling this a brewery, it's more of a small bar in a strip mall. While they do brew their own beer, all be it 2 of them, they mostly just have guest beers on tap. I ordered one of their beers, but they were out so i go the other one. I got the Hazy Plan, and it was actually pretty solid considering I was not expecting much. The place was pretty packed, so they are doing something right. It just wasn't my vibe and with only 2 beers of their own, it doesn't seem like a brewery.

My go to spot to chill and have a nice glass of Chardonnay or a shot of Espolon blanco. The…read morebartenders are very personable and you have the option to sit inside or outside. They do have a boxcar that serves food. Parking is not a problem.

This is probably my favorite patio in Birmingham. Gorgeous outdoor space with plenty of seating,…read morethe nicest staff, cheap-ish beer, and the food is amazing! Street parking can be tricky, but it's one of my fave places. Do not skip out on the food. The salt & vinegar chickpeas are the perfect bar snack. I dream about those chickpeas! The fried okra is absolutely perfect- crispy tempura batter over whole okra makes for a beautiful presentation. And the SMASH BURGER is SO GOOD!!!! Definitely put this spot on your rotation!

Friendly, knowledgeable, and reasonably priced!…read more Norm was the employee I worked with and he was both extremely friendly and knowledgeable when explaining the lounge, cigars I might like, and their rewards program. Even offered me to take a cigar box to store the ones I got rather than using a regular bag. After this experience, I know exactly where I'll be going to get quality smokes!

I dropped into this place on whim and thought I'd pick up some cigars for a friend. I had no idea…read morewhat I was looking for but the staff person onsite was very helpful and knowledgeable. The store area is up front and the lounge area is located in the rear. I helped myself to one of the chairs to see how comfy they were on my way to the bathroom. It was clean! So definitely a place I could see myself hanging out.

My wife and I came in for a beer, ended up staying a while and ordering a pizza to go…read more The two guys playing tonight were killer, wish I could remember their name. Something "Duo".. The pizza was stellar; we got the Hawaiian and it was top notch. All of the staff we interacted with was very friendly.

Brewery #430 I…read morestopped in here with a buddy to get a few beers and grab a bite to eat. Neighbor's is located in an outdoor mall/entertainment complex that seemed really nice. The outdoor area by Neighbors had tons of activities and TV's for large groups. The indoor area seemed like a mini food court with an arcade. There was a pizza place, a bbq joint and a bar. They all kind of seem connected but you had to pay separately at each place. I had my buddy order me a Screen Test Pizza which is a garlic puree cream sauce as a base with smoked chicken, roasted tomatoes, and mozzarella cheese. I normally don't like white sauce pizzas, but I had to pee and just picked something since my buddy was paying. My little faux pas turned out to be a great decision. The pizza was great. The beer was decent; the Belgian triple was my favorite of the 2, with the double IPA being the other one. They didn't have a big selection and they didn't have flights. Cool spot to watch a game or to bring the kiddos to run around while the adults have a few cold ones.

MTV is still a no for me. Thursday was probably the worst day to stop here. Specifically between…read more6-8.... They play BINGO(for money ) and apparently it's the place to be! I should have left when I saw the masses of people, but after 2 years I was determined to give them another shot. I didn't order any food just a drink. They certainly don't have the best craft beer selection soooooo I ended up with a Stella. Sigh I paid for my drink and closed out my tab immediately. The vibe here is just not for me. This visit was not better or worse. Simply the same 3 star experience from 2 years ago.

I work about a mile from here, I rarely feel safe in Trussville as a Queer Woman. So this place is…read morea welcome addition to the Neighborhood. I remember going to Marty's PM all the time when I was in my 20's after a shift. So I was shocked to see the banner one day when I was picking up some Chinese take-away for lunch. First of all let me tell you this is a Safe Space for LGBTQ people. Sarah, Leslie, and Austin are legends. The whole staff is so sweet and the people are really friendly. There's another really cute guy who tends bar and I am so bad with names it kills me. I popped in a few weeks after they opened and I'm now a weekly regular. Best of all, NO ONE UNDER 18 Allowed! So no kids running around. It's a dream come true. The bar has a great selection of canned and bottled beers with a Happy Hour that helps your wallet. A good selection of wine and liquor to. No draft as of yet, but ya don't need it. My Usual order is a IPA and a Shot of Fernet. But I can never leave without a Resting Peach Face Frozen Cocktail or a Bushwhacker. Ask for a Fernet Topper on you're Bushwhacker. I call it the Emmy Jane Special, no one else does XD. Trust me it works. I love the Egg Rolls and The Burgers. The Dutch boy is a fave, but the Big Mick is also delish. They have a lot of weekly events, Karaoke, Trivia, Live Music. Follow their Facebook for their yummy weekly specials. Save me a Seat at the Bar on Thursdays! Tell um Emily sent you for a free absolutely nothing :) .