Jimmy John&#x27;s

They barbecue chicken and beef baker is probably the best potato I have ever had, everything was so…read moregood, and the price is perfect for the amount you get

While searching for a vegetarian restaurant in the Birmingham area, Al's Deli & Grill popped up, so…read moreI gave it a try. Al's is right by UAB's campus and serves American and Mediterranean food. Their exterior is nice in theory, with a fountain and a pretty fence, but it needs some cleaning up. Their parking lot could also be better. It's a small lot hidden behind the building with some potholes and invisible parking lines. The interior is quite small, but they still have enough seating. I came in with the intention of trying a vegan menu item, but I was informed by a kind man working behind the desk that he wasn't sure what they had that was vegan. He asked another employee if they had falafel at the moment, but they didn't. He was very helpful, but I was still disappointed that they didn't have falafel since I've tried it before and enjoyed it. I continued to look at the menu and finally decided on the veggie burger. The price was nine dollars and some change, which was baffling to me as I only ordered the burger and nothing else. I only had to wait a couple of minutes for my order, and I took it to go. The burger was packaged with care, large in size, and had plenty of toppings. The burger tasted good and didn't have that weird taste that some vegetarian meat patties have. I really enjoyed the bun of the burger in particular since it was really soft, not soggy, and had lots of sesame seeds. The veggie burger is a pretty good vegetarian option on their menu!

BBQ chicken baker (4/12/23)

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The Garage

4.3(230 reviews)

0.4 mi

The Garage kicks ass. Tons of history, extremely dope vibe, great service, solid sandwiches/soup…read more If you get the chance go check out this historical gem tucked away in Birmingham. Voted one of the top bars to travel to in multiple magazines. The owner basically built a bar around his workshop. The middle looks way better during the summer, but a must visit if in the area.

We had a lovely lunch at the Garage!…read more Their sandwiches are fresh and made to order. It's very straight forward and you choose all of your own toppings. Soup changes daily and this day was chickpea and chorizo. Nothing life changing about it but it wasn't bad. We walked into a small, dark, crowded dive bar and ordered amongst several other people after waiting in line shoulder to shoulder with other customers. I say this not to complain (because with a crowd like this on a random weekday, they're obviously doing something right) but to take your kids in car seats (‍) with caution. Crowds in small spaces stress me out and it would have been even worse if we'd had the boys with us. I'd also highly suggest going on a day when you can sit outside. There's very minimal seating inside. They do have a lovely, spacious patio that also feels like a garden with plenty of trees for shade. However, they make it clear they don't want dogs there. Parking was horrific. A narrow street with cars on each side. We barely fit through it. If there wouldn't have been an open spot on it, I'm not sure what the next option is because I didn't see anywhere else and this street only held so many. I would dine here again because the sandwiches were fresh and delicious and they obviously know what they're doing! I was pleasantly surprised that they had prosecco as well. Just heed my few warnings and you'll enjoy as well!

Club Sandwich

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Prosecco

Ranelli's Deli & Cafe

4.4(62 reviews)

0.1 mi

The price, the price, the price. It gives you really tasty food, and great service for an…read moreUNBEATABLE price. The decor is off the chain too.

Friendly owner-run service, authentic decor, and of course delicious food! Not living downtown,…read moretheir weekday only daytime hours make it hard for me to visit more often. But when the opportunity is there, this is one of a small handful of spots for to go.

The Squire.

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The famous Richman's Po-Boy

The Market on Main

4.4(7 reviews)

0.6 mi

The only decent food at Children's can be found here. Their sandwiches are some of the best I've…read moreever had. They are quick, and always have a smile on their faces! Definitely worth it!

Anytime I am at Children's Hospital I always go to Market on Main. I have tried the cafeteria food…read moreto compare but I prefer the food at Market on Main. The staff is very kind and the ingredients are fresh. Today I got a made to order sandwich and cheesy chicken tortilla soup. I absolutely loved the sandwich! I am embarrassed to say how quickly I ate it. The was okay, it was a bit salty. I have had their chicken noodle soup and it is really good! They rotate their soups of the day so it's definitely worth trying to see which one you may like.

Sandwich of the month

Pimento cheese

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Diplomat Deli

4.2(164 reviews)

5.4 mi

Met my friend here for lunch. Inside is nothing fancy. Nice outside area with tables but it was a…read morelittle too chilly for us to sit outside. I got a cheesesteak which was served with chips and a pickle. I really enjoyed it. Our server was really nice. I would come here again. I'd like to try other things on the menu. Lunch was affordable. It was pretty busy at lunch but we were able to get a table right away.

I got a 1/4 muffuletta and it was exactly the savory craving I needed to curb. Chips are the…read morestandard side btw. The ladies were very sweet, attentive and polite. Plenty of tables to choose from inside and outdoors as well. A great pit stop during our road trip!!

The grilled chicken club

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Mr P's Butcher Shop & Deli

4.5(147 reviews)

6.2 mi

This is the best butcher shop in Birmingham. They will cut fillets to your choice of size. They can…read morealso add their Mr. P seasoning to it, which is really good. They will also wrap it in bacon. They have a great menu of really good sandwiches they have dining tables. If you prefer to eat there staff or extremely knowledgeable Mr. P's has been open for decades. They also have specials on meat where you get several varieties as a package overall great place.

Mr. P's deli is a wonderful place tucked into the Bluff Park area. Serving primarily as a butcher…read moreshop and sandwich joint, it does both of those things excellently. The staff there is all very friendly and open to help you with anything. Ordering food was a breeze and you get to either shop around while you wait, sit down, or even just watch it get made right in front of you! The place is very clean and has lots of things to look at or just to sit down and enjoy. I ordered the "Justino" sandwich and had it heated and it was absolutely delicious! The mouth-watering meats combined with the excellent seasoning and cheeses were unbelievable. Please stop by Mr. P's if you are looking for some great sandwiches or want some premium fresh, cut-to-order meats!

Premium meat case. Great local deli. High energy lunch crowd.

Big Italian

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Outside

Birmingham Breadworks

4.4(169 reviews)

0.6 mi

Breadworks is one of those rare bakeries that feels both thoughtfully designed and deeply…read moreauthentic. The space itself is beautiful--clean, intentional, and unique--with visual nods to milling and baking traditions. You can see elements of the mill and wheat motifs in the background, which adds a quiet sense of craftsmanship and history without feeling staged. The pastries are exceptional. Their croissants are perfectly flaky and buttery, the sourdough is deeply flavorful, and the morning buns strike that ideal balance of richness and warmth. The baguette is crisp on the outside, tender inside--everything you want it to be. Every item feels carefully made, never rushed. What stands out most is the consistency and care. Breadworks manages to feel elevated yet welcoming--refined without being pretentious. It's clear they take pride in both their craft and their process, and it shows in every bite. A true standout in Birmingham and absolutely worth returning to.

Such a disappointment. Breakfast sandwich, recommended by one of the people behind the counter, was…read morenot even enjoyable - 80% bread, a good amount of bacon, but the cheese and egg didn't cover half the sandwich -- sooo dry. There was also a server who I observed deliver food to several tables and take a handful of counter orders, all without hardly a word and nothing close to a smile. Don't bother going to this place.

Side room dining area

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Latte

Sam's Deli & Grill

4.4(45 reviews)

1.9 mi

The staff were friendly and service was quick. My friend and I both had bacon cheeseburgers with…read morefries, which were delicious. The portions are large for the price ($10 for a combo with fries and drink!). Seating outside was comfortable. Would definitely recommend.

I wanted to be a fan so bad! But maybe my expectations were a little too high. A friend and I…read morestopped in for lunch on a Monday. There was no line so we were able to quickly order. My friend ordered the chicken kabob entree but the man quickly told us it would be a 20 minute wait. I appreciated that he let us know since we were on a hour lunch break. He did recommend the lunch special alternative which she went with. I got the mushroom and Swiss burger. I absolutely loved the patio area. It's actually the only seated dining option since the inside is only big enough for ordering. Our food came out pipping hot which was nice! The burger and fries are a great portion for the price. I was a little disappointed that there was mustard on my burger. However that's my fault! It's clearly on the menu I just didn't pay close enough attention. I'm a huge mustard hater so that threw me off. The fries looked delicious but they were just a tad undercooked for my liking. Definitely not raw, just not cooked long enough. My friend enjoyed her food for the most part but it was nothing to rave about.

Health score

Chicken kabobs

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Ampersandwich

4.6(82 reviews)

2.2 mi

What a great find in Avondale. Perfect "hole in the wall" place. Amazing toasted sandwiches…read more Staffing was limited, but he was friendly, helpful. Kept us engaged so we didn't get frustrated. Definitely going back

Pretty quiet when we went in - they had just opened - but it got pretty busy for lunch while we…read morewere there. You order at the counter and they bring out your food. They have a handful of tables inside and a handful of tables on the outside patio as well. They do have beer. The sandwiches we had were all very good - you can get a small (6") or large (12"). I had a Greek salad that was very tasty, but no meat on it - didn't realize that when I ordered it. I would have preferred chicken, but still a good salad. The Cuban looked amazing. And my husband really enjoyed his pastrami.

Bacon potato salad

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Store front

T-Bone's Authentic Philly Style Cheesesteaks and Hoagies

4.4(378 reviews)

0.1 mi

The service and food was amazing. Great little low key place down at 5 points. I would recommend…read morethis place over and over again. Seems like a place you can kick back and enjoy people watching while eating a great sandwich.

If you are for a great Philly cheesesteak, this is the place to be! The food is always hot and…read morefresh, but to be prepared to wait. The parking is not the best situation but totally worth it. Not a big fan of eating in, I prefer to grab and go.