In the 1990s and early 2000s (showing my age) the Riverchase Galleria was the best place to shop in…read morethe Birmingham area. Over time, competition from places like The Summit, the rise of online shopping, store closures (Sears, Rich's, Macy's and Belk Home and Kids), then the shootings in 2018 and 2020 led to a huge decline.For a while, it felt like the Galleria would not be able to recover. Well, now it's 2026, and the popularity of the Galleria is rising again. The mall feels brighter, cleaner and safer, due to improved management and security. It's a great spot to spend time indoors during AL's extreme heat, cold or rain (it offers covered parking too). Best of all, the iconic features remain, like the large American flag and classic carousel in the central atrium, and (best of all) Santa's workshop during the holiday season, and make it a fun alternative for young families and grandparents. So if you haven't been to the Galleria in a while, give it a try. It is worth a visit again.

Our team stopped for a bite to eat at the food court.It had chicken,Thai,Cajun,Japanese,Philly…read moresteak among other restaurants.Very nice and you could shop if you wanted too.A fill up for The Working Man Review.

I like the Summit! It's hard to believe it's been open 27 years! When it first opened it would be…read moreour "swanky" place of choice to meet up and to nosh! I recall the PF Changs being one of the first one's I had eaten at, and the Flip Burger was fun, too! When bridal dress shopping for my stepdaughter, we enjoyed a fun wine and cheese restaurant that has since closed. The Summit has always had a "big city," upscale vibe! Even though the Summit is much larger than Huntsville's Bridge Street Town Centre, I was excited when 10 years later, Bridge Street opened in Huntsville!! Summit and Bridge Street share a lot of retail places in common: Altar'd State, Anthropologie, Apple, Barnes & Noble, Bath & Body Works, Belk, Buckle, Chico's, White House/Black Market, Lululemon, Loft, Soma, and more. Huntsville also has many of the same restaurants as Summit. As far as outdoor shopping centers go, I think the Summit is nice and people rave about the views, which I never noticed, honestly. There also is a shortage of public restrooms and then there's traffic on 280....ugh!

The best shopping area in the metro area! From upscale boutiques, to fine eateries, there's a place…read morefor everyone here that has the patience to fight through the Hwy 280 traffic to get here. The area is very clean and during busier seasons like Christmas, the area offers police to manage traffic. I do most of my shopping online now but I love to come to The Summit as a special treat to myself because it feels like just that when I visit one of their stores or restaurants. My favorite stores here include Belk and Sephora.

Patton Creek offers an overall positive shopping experience to the community of Hoover, Alabama and…read moreits visitors. They have a great selection of restaurants and shopping options. Parking has never been an issue and the whole shopping plaza overall is well-maintained. Patton Crewk is also just off of a main road and a highway, making it very convenient for both the residents of Hoover, Alabama and visitors to the area.

I like Patton Creek Shopping Center!…read more They have gone through some changes, especially during COVID, but there is still quite a bit to do here. They have a nice selection of restaurants that range from Steak house to Cajun to Hibachi - and they also have some faster options like Firehouse and a brick fire pizza place. Sports clips - my primary place I go for hair cuts. An Alabama/Auburn fan store, Gamestop, Dicks Sporting Goods, World Market, Ross, Bookstore - shoe store - just a little bit of everything (sorry if I left something off). This place makes it simple. You need a haircut and want to get lunch - it can all be done here in a pretty reasonable amount of time. Highly recommend if you find yourself in the Hoover area.

Really love this area, only complaint is that they would have had this here before I moved .... I…read moreknow for a fact I would have done most of my dining in this area. Great area that is still growing and developing. Good selection of restaurants that has something for everyone (Cajun, Steakhouse, Burger place, Chicken Place, Grilled Cheese Place) and much, much more. They continue to expand, there is an Aldi as well as a few other places to shop. New construction is currently going on. Fast food options as well. From what I understand an Amphitheater is coming to this area as well (signs are actually currently in place indicating that it's coming soon). Really great expansion in the Hoover area. Looking forward to seeing what else they add in the coming months.

A great strip ball with plenty of restaurant options. Uber is certainly growing and giving its…read moreresidents a lot of cool places. I have tried several restaurant in this area and have enjoyed the experience immensely. I recommend that if you were in Hoover come check this place out.

Welcome to Vestavia City Center located, well, roughly in the center of Vestavia Hills. This…read moreshopping area is considerably bigger than what it initially appears. It actually spreads out over about a 1/2 mile (approx) area. There are all sorts of thing to do here, such as: ~ Restaurants (Mexican, Greek, Burgers, Sandwiches, Thai, etc) ~ Movie Theater ~ Pet Store ~ Grocery (2 different ones) ~ Tanning ~ Discount shopping ~ Coffee ~ and much, much more Area is well maintained and there are some nice outdoor spaces for eating (between Panera and Taco Mama and Zoe's Kitchen). Parking isn't too bad, there is standard parking lot spaces all over the place, but if they are crowded there is a parking deck with tons of extra parking available. If you're in the area, you can knock out quite a few different things all at once. Really a good location overall and I'd recommend it highly.

We love this place for birthday parties! Affordable prices and helpful staff! It's great, they are…read morelarge enough rooms with tables and chairs included! Big enough for a bounce castle to! Plus the city does events too; we love their breakfast with Santa! Such a beautiful building and addition to the city!

This place doesn't have a lot going on. There are a fair number of empty units, so if you're in the…read moremarket to rent a space this could be a good location to reach out to. There is a couple specialty stores as well as a restaurant. There is plenty of parking, especially considering the number of businesses that are currently up and running here. A really good Asian restaurant is also located here, so you can check them out if you're in the area.

I had the chance to visit this location recently. I must say, it's a great place to catch some live…read moremusic, grab a bite to eat or relax and enjoy a cocktail or beer. There are several restaurants to select from for all budgets and tastebuds and a couple of bars and places that sell sweet treats. Every vendor we encountered had great customer service with a smile and were very helpful as we looked over their menus. There's even an exercise studio on site as well. There is plenty of seating near the stage, and near the restaurants. Most of the restaurants serve you by having you walk to a small window to place your order and when your buzzer goes off, you return to pick it up. We went on a Friday, so it was crowded and a lot of kiddies were running free, lol. We didn't get to stay to hear the band, but will vowed to return on another evening to check out the entertainment. The big screen had the Master's Tournament on for those that wanted to view it. I remember there were other vendors located there I was interested in trying out when The Edge first opened that are no longer there. Overall I enjoyed my visit here and look forward to my next one. Pro Tip: Check their website to view current tenants. They seem to change frequently.

The Edge is LEGIT!! I really like it here and enjoyed myself…read more My first time here , recently was such a nice time. I have zero complaints. This gem is a great addition to the area! . It's perfect to grab some food, a cocktail , a sweet treat or coffee... you name it! There's something for everyone! I especially like the large screen. I envisioned myself watching some Alabama football in the fall! Roll Tide. But yeah , I know I'll be back at The Edge for some more fun in the sun!!! Highly recommend and it's great for families!

Apparently I'm on a Homegoods tour! I stopped here on a Saturday afternoon and it was packed!!…read moreLike , forreal packed!! I was gifted a gift card for HG, so I have been determined to use it up. I was able to do so on this visit. I found something for the kitchen and the dog! I know .... Fun! This location offered a nice selection overall. Lots of a lot to browse! You need a shopping cart to be on the safe side! I will say this, the shopping center this HG is located gets congested. So keep this in mind. Good customer service and competitive pricing are good reasons to visit here!

Went in to return a rug that I purchased at a different store. The associate had a very ugly…read moreattitude saying there's no chance they would take the rug. She called the manager over and he refused to even look at the receipt making something up about inventory. Even though when I purchased the rug at a different store the manager at the different store said there should be no problem with any returns as long as the store stocks rugs (which they do). Overall would say this store doesn't care about customer service and only cares about doing the least amount of work possible. Would try to stick to the Homegoods on 280.

I often shop Nordstrom and Nordstrom Rack online. I love that I can return anything that doesn't…read morework to this location of Nordstrom Rack. Returns are always easy, and the cashiers are efficient and pleasant. I do shop this location periodically. It's about a 50/50 chance on whether the stock is orderly and organized. The worst area is usually the cosmetics and accessories (to the far right in the store). If you like to dig through the additional markdowns, it's not unusual to find items broken, sampled, etc. Same for the additional mark clothing; every once in a while those racks look more like thrift racks than clearance, but once you find that diamond in the rough it can be worth it. I do wish this location got more of the special occasion pieces, but either I always miss them or they go to different Rack locations. If you've got the time, it's a great place to find great prices on everything from budget-friendly brands to designer brands.

While I frequent this Nordstrom Rack when visiting my hometown city, I know that have need to have…read morea tank full of patience! Nordstrom Rack has discounted designer and popular high end brands that haven't sold in their Nordstrom stores. It's not uncommon to have difficulty finding assistance, finding sizes in the wrong place - specifically shoes, messy racks, clothes left in changing rooms, and a long checkout line moving at a snails pace. When shopping here I expect at least a 50% discount, but it's not uncommon to only find 25%-30% on discounted items. Even with these negatives, I've found great shoes and some clothing. I will return because I love the thrill of a good hunt!

best store hands down, it is my go to store for every occasion! the manager is so nice!read more

I went In here to find a fanny pack that I saw on someone else. When I got here I realized that…read morethey have EVERYTHING! Jewelry, clothing, headphones, bags, makeup...ect. And everything is very affordable! The employees are not following you through the store and they're very helpful. If you're looking for something fast , check here first. They even have accessories for your car. I just LOVE this store.