Very cute modern vibe with local and elevated fare. I went twice in two days while visiting the area, once on a double date and once with a coworker for a drink. For food, we had the app sampler which was perfect for the folks who like pimento cheese, which left me to happily eat some deviled eggs. My friend and I had a fish dish with broth and cauliflower. It was a little busy, but good. My friend's partner had steak which was good and my husband had pan fried fish that was fantastic. If I lived locally, I would look forward to dining here every now and then for a special treat. read more

I am devastated Odette closes on Sundays. We would have gone two days in a row! My husband and I were visiting Florence for a quick weekend, and our first stop was brunch at the bar at Odette. I couldn't decide between the spicy sausage and the bananas foster pancakes, so I got both and could not be happier to have tasted them both. The sauce and flavors on the grits and sausage dish were complex and complemented by home pickled onions and peppers. The pancakes were just sweet and boozy enough to satisfy my sweet craving. My husband had the fried rice with pork and cabbage, and raved about the flavor. We both couldn't finish, but were so satisfied with the quality and skill behind the recipes. Their bourbon selection is probably the most extensive in the county. Our bartender/server was knowledgeable and helpful both with our orders and with info about the area. We will be back when in Florence. This restaurant could rival that of any larger metropolitan area- it is a treasure to find in a small town! read more

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Beautiful restaurant with delicious seasonal offerings. On my last visit, I got the gnocchi with oyster mushrooms. I was in absolute heaven. Umami GALORE in my mouth, and the crispness on the gnocchi was perfection. When I'm in Florence, Odette's is a must! Outdoor seating makes for great people watching when its not too hot. read more

Odette - crispy potato gnocchi .........................................14 roasted oyster mushrooms, asparagus, brown butter, leek cream, parmesan - Bars Near Me - Florence, Alabama

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It's hard to review Odette, the food was good, but I don't think it's a place I would frequent that often. I got a bad hipster vibe walking in. Also all the seating is basically cafeteria style seating which I hate. Especially when you're sat next to loud chatty people which unfortunately we were. I couldn't even hear myself think sitting next to chatty cathy who already had a few too many adult beverages. Anyways started out with their house old fashion which sucked. My guess is it was the bourbon they used. Second drink I specified Woodford Reserve and switched to a manhattan. It was better than the first. We were starving so we started with the meat board and scallops. Both were very good, but very small. The meat board selection wasn't that great, would probably skip that. The scallops were perfectly cooked and the risotto was great. I went with the short rib and my girlfriend did one of their fish entrees. Both were very good, great flavors, but again on the small side. We finished with dessert and went with the bread pudding since I LOVE bread pudding. Unfortunately it wasn't that great. Pretty dry, seemed like maybe it sat around for a while. The white chocolate sauce didn't do anything for me. Service was good, not great, food seemed to take a while to come out. Then there was the bill, we did order more than normal since we were very hungry, which was a good thing because portions were small. So that may have contributed to what, to me, seemed like a pretty pricey meal. That being said there are places that end up being very pricey but I leave feeling it was worth every penny. Unfortunately that wasn't the case here. While the scallops and entrees were very good, the ambience, drinks and dessert left a lot to be desired, especially for the price. read more

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Absolutely loved this place. We found it on a trip and we were very glad we stopped in. The catfish was amazing! The staff was very accommodating of our party (during the height of a street fair). I wish I could stop in again to see what's next on their changing menu. read more

Cocktails were great; deviled eggs were lovely; everything else was very sub par. The broccoli & cauliflower salad was drowning in dressing and the smoked shrimp was similarly over-sauced. Neither of us cared for the shrimp at all. Steak (of steak frites) was incredibly tough and had almost no flavor. The chimichurri didn't taste like much either. To the chefs credit, it was a properly cooked rare (which is why the toughness was also surprising). Dessert is where we started to come back around to good food. Olive oil cake and brownie (on special) were both nice. We'd be back for the exceptional cocktails, but probably not stick around for dinner. It feels like this place has the fortune of not having much competition in the area. read more

Odette's is a solid local restaurant with a unique menu. The beef ribs with the noodles is fantastic. My 8 year old wanted spaghetti, it was not on the menu, but they accommodated anyway. Service was acceptable and fast. The bourbon menu is vast, I didn't get a chance to partake- maybe next time. read more

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I've tried this place three times and the food is never great and just okay. The bar is good with lots of mixology going on. They have just never impressed me. Three stars only due to the always great service. read more

First class all around! Service was perfect. Great atmosphere. Server had an answer for every question. Oh yeah, the food was awesome!

We just went there for appetizers and cocktails. The bourbon selection is the best in the area. Some real hard to find bourbons and whiskeys can be found here. Oh, and the bartender we had was highly trained in mixology and made me a wonderful old fashioned with a smoked glass. read more

We love this place. Food is always fresh and delicious with great service. Would definitely recommend!!

We started with the black eye pea hummus. Was good served with fried saltines and celery. The saltines we good. Then we had the Brie & Peach Grilled cheese. This was amazing. Serve was good. read more

Odette - Brie & Peach Grilled cheese with frys. - Bars Near Me - Florence, Alabama

Had the gumbo. It's actually soup. Not gumbo. It's was bland but hot sauce, salt and pepper saved it a little. But it's veggie soup with a little sausage and a little chicken. read more

Amazing!! Everything was off the chain. 5 star recommendation for both food and staff. Can't wait to come back again. read more

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While the food was good, waiting an additional 20+min for a dessert to take hone was ridiculous. My first, and last time here. read more

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Excellent food and service. We had a reservation and walked in and were sat immediately. Our waiter was very knowledgeable and helpful in finding the perfect meal. read more

Awesome place with spectacular food and great atmosphere. Upscale tasting food with a southern flare. Chef Josh and sous chef Kyle along with our waitress made our visit so special and memorable. The charcuterie board is a must have not your run of the mill board. The crème brûlée to end the night was to die for. You won't regret taking a trip to this restaurant. read more

What's up with the cocktails?. I walked in looking for a table for three friends and me. Immediately got the table on a Saturday night. This was around six-ish so don't expect good seats any later. The server was very quick and brought me a glass of cold water. I ordered a cocktail and he had it in front of me in about 2 minutes . My wife and friends arrived and date received prompt service as well. read more

Overpriced and basic....rustic fine dining fusion wannabe that ultimately missed the mark for me..... Their mango bundt cake was made with such little love, mechanized faux mango bits from a tin sprinkled on the stalest sponge cake, tragic!! Luckily I got a free gift card and didn't spend a red cent of mine! read more

Odette - Basil crusted halibut to go. For $33... also absolutely no seasoning with the driest fish. - Bars Near Me - Florence, Alabama

Odette is a wonderful asset to Florence AL. The staff, the food, the bar - always great.

We live in a nearby town and normally save our fine dining for trips to Nashville. It was my wife's birthday and we went to Odette in Florence, of which I had heard good things. The food in general and specially, service and atmosphere are positively reviewed by others and we agree. I was also impressed by the fact that, excluding our champagne, we had two appetizers, 2 small plates, A large plate and two deserts for less than a hundred dollars (deserts were on the house). Try that in Nashville. read more

[Updated Review!] It used to be that Ricatoni's Italian Grill represented all that was good with downtown Florence. This was a fact, etched in stone and engraved in mantra. Odette's, officially has changed that. Since my last review (see below), I've had a chance to sample their fare and ....... why wouldn't you have it any other way? If you're looking for the best burger of your life, try the cheeseburger ($11) and order it MEDIUM (like a normal person). You won't be disappointed. Delight yourself to learn that it's all farm-to-table from local, North Alabama ingredients. Yes, including beef. The staff here is awesome, I've overheard them teaching the history of absinthe to entertaining a drunken chocolate martini. I recommend the $12 Grandpa's Coffin, which will not disappoint you and change the trajectory of your family tree for 3 oz of bourbon. (I'm serious) Speaking with the bar manager, it's funny to learn how they pride themselves on driving 2+ hours for the best ingredients (that does taste like CHERRY vanilla bark in my bourbon), and hear the rejection stories he tells of local - ahem - unaccustomed college-esq riff-raff. This is not a place for a red bull- vodka. This is not a place for a bud light. This is not a place for jäger. This is a place to brag about. And remember. read more

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Delicious! The owner tells me that this is the best spot in the state from Birmingham to northern Alabama. Well, I TELL' YA WHAT. I do believe him! I had the blackened Alabama catfish and it was perfect. PERFECT! Nothing much else to say. Great risotto, great fish, excellent use of FRESH, LOCAL PEACHES in the seasonal garnish. nom nom nom. How do they make a spinach leaf taste so good? I mean, wow! The wine list was GREAT and servers eager to PLEASE. Excellent service here. Please save room for dessert. The CHOCOLATE CHESS pie has suddenly brought more meaning and depth to my life. haha..okay okay. I'm just saying that it is downright DELICIOUS! The BEST I have ever had. (Sorry to all the other pie makers!) Take a bite of pie with COCONUT shreds or enjoy with the zippy WIDFLOWER. Reminds me of mexican chile chocolate. Just TASTE for yourself and see. Ambiance is chic and HIP. Sit outside for brunch or sit indoors against the CLASSY high booths. Florence is so LUCKY to have Odette. read more

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I have enjoyed every meal at Odette's, including Saturday Brunch! Delicious flavors and service.

Great food ,wine ,cocktails and service. I highly recommend it. Right downtown. We will definitely be back.

I'm a regular at Odette and regularly enjoy their weekly hot plates. Good people. Good food. Good atmosphere. And great hosts.

Food and service go hand and hand; both of which are great! Location of Odette in Downtown Florence create a special ambiance not many places can duplicate. read more

Just had gnocchi, mahi mahi, and steak frites. It was absolutely dreadful. The food was cold and service was slow. I'm not one to normally complain but I was shaken by how rude and terrible the service is. Don't believe the hype. Pass on Odette read more

The most delicious Seared Ahi Tuna Salad. The Smoked Salmon Benedict was also amazing! Top it off with their incredible Cinnamon Pecan Roll. We will definitely be coming back! read more

This is a very hipster restaurant. The disinterested staff seem to prefer minimal contact with the diners, so don't expect a friendly conversation with the people who work here. I asked several questions about the menu ingredients, since I can't have dairy, but the waiter (Schaeffer) wasn't familiar with the ingredients and had to return to the kitchen three times to ask about an item. I don't mind waiting for information to make sure that I don't get sick, but a more upscale places should guarantee that their staff was well informed about the menu. The kitchen goofed and brought my chickpea burger with creme freche, even though the waiter said he marked my order as dairy free. My husband was on his last three bites by the time the order was remade. I know these things happen, so I didn't complain, and the manager comped my meal. I thought that was a classy move and saved Ovette from a one star rating. As for the burger, it was tasty but a mushy mess. I ate it with a fork and avoided the cabbage slaw, which tasted sour and strange. I wish I'd had fries, but didn't see them in the menu offerings. Husband says his turkey avocado sandwich was good, but unmemorable. I think we'll look for a pizza place next time. read more

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In the area for business and ate dinner. Some pretty impressive menu items. They have snacks, small plates, and big plates. I had the cimmeron cat fish. It was very tasty and cooked to perfection. It came with broccolini which I did not care for at all but that was a personal preference. Unsure if you can switch out a side item, but that would be ideal. My colleague ordered the gulf fish which he said was good. It came in a bowl and was a little "soup" like versus a meal, but came with roasted potatoes. We were both in agreement we liked what we had, but wouldn't order it again. I did order a snack of deviled eggs and they were really good. Would definitely order those again. We would both visit the restaurant again, but would order a different item from the menu. My colleague did try some local beer that was on tap and he said it was good. They had a very well stocked bar! read more

How do I say this? Having visited Odette in 2019 while driving Natchez Trace .... We were so relieved Odette survived the pandemic. And when we were able to swing a drive through Florence again, we jumped at the chance to return to Odette. It's a gem. read more

Guided to this place by excellent Yelp reviews. Food, service, and atmosphere were all excellent. If you happen to find yourself in Florence, Alabama, you should definitely give this place a try. read more

Odette is in a league of its own in North West Alabama. It's farm to table approach affords the patron a truly Alabama experience with a degree of eccentricity. I drove my family 4.5 hours to experience, what I've deemed to be very hard to find: an craftsman-like food experience that teeters on the bounds of eccentric... their pairings are thoughtful, delicious and artistic. With their laid back Southern charm, there is no need to be in a hurry. The low lighting creates a tranquil atmosphere with ornate style. read more

Always amazing food and the service is usually great. The atmosphere is fancy and makes you forget you are in a small southern town!

This is a MUST TRY experience in Florence! The is the finest of the finest dinning experience in the Shoals! Odette is fine dinning at an affordable price. The food is better than most "fancy" restaurants in big cities! The quality and attention to the details of the food here is truly next level. We ordered many dishes to try a little of everything. The devil eggs are hands down the best I ever had in my life. We also order the sautéed gulf shrimp, which was delicious, it was over a bed of grits and some greens, topped with a vinaigrette sauce. I had the steak was just simply amazing, and my friends had the famous Odette burger with bacon. Overall, Odette is truly amazing and an Florence experience! read more

I think this place has the absolute BEST freshly ground hamburgers. They have good food, service and atmosphere all around. The only complaint is the owner has never visited our table when we are in the restaurant. I have seen her go from table to table, but never ours. It's a little off-putting. Even if she knows the customers she's speaks to, we are repeat customers as well. Make it a point to talk to everyone, even if it's only a "hi, how are you enjoying your evening?" That's the only reason I didn't give it five stars. The food is unique, fresh and spot-on, though. read more

Food is good but for the price tag you'd expect better service. One time my husbands drink didn't come for 40 minutes, we were done eating and ready to go by the time it arrived. The next time his burger was underdone (pink all the way through when he asked for medium well) and after he sent it back, they still didn't cook it through. My food has been great but the portion sizes are a bit small, I don't typically eat a lot but I've never had leftovers and sometimes haven't even been full. So all in all it seems overpriced. read more

I have got to say, this was a VERY pleasant surprise. I knew it was going to be good based on the past reviews, but I had no idea just how good. Everything about this restaurant is good. The atmosphere is great, the service is amazing, the drinks are fantastic and the food is absolutely wonderful! There are plenty of places in Florence to eat. Sure you can eat high in the sky, but you won't have a better dinner than here. read more

Wow! Great spot, great food, great servers. If in the area, you MUST try it. I ordered the catfish entree--absolutely fabulous. The menu was just grand. Five stars for sure. read more