We visited Rojo yesterday for the first time in what seems like ages! It's still funky, eclectic Rojo and makes me think of Nana Funk's and The Nick merged and became a small restaurant it would have the Rojo vibe. Jake and the staff were beyond friendly and kind! The patio was a popular spot with hard walls and heavy duty plastic windows, ample seating despite it being a rare 70 degree Alabama December day. Parking is a slight challenge as it has always been, however there was plenty of street parking out front and around the corner. The restaurant was clean, with a few water spills, and the rest rooms (several are unisex) were clean! We had a party of five adults and two children and helped ourselves to push 4-tops together to make room for everyone. It's order at the back counter to the right of the bar. Pay in advance with a three percent (I think) discount if you use cash. You get a number and they bring your dishes to you. I opted for brunch scrambled eggs platter, best friend had their chicken tortilla soup, we shared guac and chips, hubs had an enchalada, daughter had a tofu/meat substitute quesadilla plate since she is a vegetarian, her hubs got a delicious looking meat sandwich plate and their beautiful children enjoyed chicken fingers and fries from the children's menu. The music was fun and relaxing (think early Stevie Nick's) and at a volume that was just right for conversation. We appreciated the kind staff, great dishes, and eclectic relaxing environment for our post Christmas get together. Reservations were not required. Thanks Rojo for delivering since 2002! read more

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We came here for some Cinco de Mayo shenanigans. It wasn't crowded but eventually the crowd picked up quickly. They had drink specials on margaritas. The normal Latin/ American food menu was available. I ordered chicken fajitas; they actually were decent and I enjoyed them. I did have to add some extra seasonings to enhance the taste a little. Portion sizes were substantial. I had leftovers. I also had the Kip's dip. I didn't love the margaritas but weren't horrible. The staff had fun / upbeat demeanors. Despite it being busy. I love the ambiance & patio here. The extra side is now for reserved events only. I really wish it was still open for normal visits. We enjoyed our Cinco de Mayo visit to Rojo! read more

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Great time there since I hadn't been in a very long time. The food was very good and it is a cool place to sit for lunch with a great friend too. read more

Rojo - Street tacos - Bars Near Me - Birmingham, Alabama

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Food is consistently good (hello steak burrito and order of queso)!! I enjoy interacting with the servers, including the bartenders. Seems like there is a regular crowd at the bar that is friendly. Love the vibe inside with the lights and seasonal decor year round. Have been coming for years and plan on continuing that trend . PS - the owners do a lot of local work in the area to support BHAM, so I'm forever a fan. Thank you Laney and Clark! read more

The food is always amazing however, I havent ever went astray from one item on the menu. I did today and the tacos i chose were absolutely amazing. During the day it is pretty chill and the workers are extremely attentive. I highly recommend this place to everyone. read more

Rojo - The one item i strayed from my normal. Tinga tacos - Bars Near Me - Birmingham, Alabama

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Pet friendly restaurant open til 10pm on Sunday. I'd give them a 3.5 if I could - mainly bc it is pet friendly. Seems like a self service type of restaurant. We arrived around 8:30pm and waited in line quite sometime to get some menus. We were sitting outside and had to walk back inside to order our food and refill our drinks. I found a butter knife on the ground near my seat which was concerning considering we were dining with our dog. We started with chips and queso, then I got street tacos and my partner got a burrito bowl. The queso was very runny/watery. I asked for no onions in my tacos. With minimal outdoor lighting it was hard to see the onions littered in my tacos. I was infuriated with every crunch of the onion I thought I picked out of my food. The tacos should have double tortilla bc they ripped apart with the first bite. Not the meal I was looking forward to after a long day. The burrito bowl on a plate was another head scratcher. read more

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Stopped here on our way to PA and I was pretty bummed that it was a big miss. My dinner definitely looked better than what it tasted. It was quite a unique dining experience since they don't really wait on you. You just order at the counter and hope for the best after that. No checking up if the food was good or needed anything. Their nacho dip was straight water, no thickness or creaminess at all. It was like they heated up a broth and dropped shredded cheese in it to melt. I was looking forward to eating here and it simply missed all the marks. It's more of a college vibe to get drinks but food was not it, at least ours anyway. The good thing about here was that we were able to have our dog with us for dinner after a looooooooong drive. Not much lighting if you are sitting at the tables near sidewalk closer to the street. It's got great vibes for sure and I could see it being a great spot to chill and enjoy some drinks. The food could use some more love though. read more

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Pretty twinkling lights over the all season, covered, outdoor seating, looking out onto the park. But with QUESO! Rojo is a unique combination of Latin and American fares. I usually stick to the Latin side of the menu, and this time I opted for the fried fish tacos. Perfectly crispy, tasty accoutrements. The queso is quite thin, which I like but I'm sure there are some dairy purists out there who wouldn't. The have a projector playing movies. I was here on Valentine's Day and they were playing some nice rom-coms to glimpse at as you stand in line. This is just a fun spot to be, in one of the sweetest walking areas of Birmingham. It sure helps that it's just a couple blocks away from me. You don't get to be a neighborhood staple easily, so Rojo is definitely doing some things right. The house margarita is okay, nothing to write home about, but no complaints here. Hell, if I'm ever complaining about a margarita just send me home. read more

Rojo - Chips and queso - Bars Near Me - Birmingham, Alabama

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This one meal on this one day was perfect. I can't guarantee that every experience will be like this but I just wanted to celebrate this one. It was a perfect summer afternoon with icy lemonade and codfish tacos. I had a great spot to sit and watch people walking their dogs. I had time to make a drawing and, even if I never come back (pretty sure I WILL) I will have had a perfect Rojo lunch. read more

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Very impressed with this place as a new resident to bham. I got a burger with a side of tots and it was very good. My dad got the chicken fajita which he said tasted really good, but I was a little unimpressed with the presentation as I feel like it should come out on a sizzling skillet. The service was great as you order at the counter and the food is brought out quickly at least in my experience. The restaurant itself is set up very nicely and gives off a chill vibe. We ate inside which was nice and the patio looked nice as well. read more

Rojo - Margarita - Bars Near Me - Birmingham, Alabama

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I came here to meet a friend and was pleasantly surprised by this neighborhod restaurant. Street parking was easy down the street as this is across from a park nestled in the middle of a nice neighborhood. It is an order at the counter and get a number type of place and there is plenty of seating, both indoors and out. The patio is large and great for people watching. We ended up at a sidewalk table, which was equally as great for people watching. We actually sat down forst as there were many open tables on this weekday evening. We chatted for awhile before ordering and it was not a problem at all. The menu has both Mexican and American dishes and it was hard to choose. I got the chips and salsa to start, which were great and a decent amount, easily sharable. For my entree, I got the steak burrito and it was tasty, except that it was ground beef and not actual steak. That's what prevents this from being a 5 star review as the staff were great and the atmosphere here was perfect! read more

I love rojo! there are so many options for vegetarians and the food is great! Everything comes out very fast and the vibe is amazing. Every employee is so nice! I love going to rojo and the margaritas are wonderful. read more

Rojo - Vegan Tofu Paella and a quesadilla! - Bars Near Me - Birmingham, Alabama

Quick eats with a lively atmosphere! There's something for everyone on the menu here. The menu is HUGE, containing a Latin, American, kids, and gluten free menu with lots of different dishes on each. You order at the counter and seat yourself. Our food came out very quickly! We ordered the Al pastor tacos and the burrito bowl. I added chicken and lettuce to the burrito bowl, with the chicken making it very filling. I enjoyed the Al pastor tacos the most- they were incredibly flavorful and delicious! I'd be happy to return here and try something else. read more

Rojo - Al pastor tacos - Bars Near Me - Birmingham, Alabama

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Rojo is a great place to go if you are around the Highland Park area. The atmosphere is amazing, especially if there's njce weather for outdoor dining. The food is always consistent with Rojo for sure. read more

Rojo - Caesar Salad Pasta to go with - Bars Near Me - Birmingham, Alabama

I was in town for a family event and my son recommended this spot for brunch. The brunch is something they only offer on the weekends, from what I was told. We had a party of ten and sat outside on the patio. This is not an upscale or classy location that you'd expect in the gorgeous Birmingham area it's located in. But I really loved the vibe! I can imagine what a cool spot it must be at night time with the spirits flowing and the atmosphere. The brunch menu didn't offer an awful lot of options but we all got something we really enjoyed. I had the brunch sandwich, which my son recommended. It has jalapeño bacon and avocado. Need I say more?! It was so yummy! What I was impressed with was how incredibly fast our food arrived! We had no sooner ordered our food, paid for it, grabbed our drinks and sat down on the patio before the food arrived! All the servers were hardworking and pleasant. I hope to come back to this location and try some more of their dishes! read more

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We really like the laid back look style and feel of this place. The menu has a lot to offer and the staff is very helpful and friendly.

Hadn't been to Rojo in a while so I met a friend here a couple of weeks ago while they were heading back to their city from the airport. I had the cashier choose her favorite tacos and she selected the Berkely Tacos. Didn't even care to read what it was, but I was happy with what I received at my table. Who wouldn't like a hot wingish type of taco? The rice and beans weren't particularly great. Rice was mushy and the beans were your average beans. It was a beautiful day to sit on the patio. The work lunch crowd quickly filled the spaces around us and inside. Happy to see Rojo going strong. read more

I came here on a weeknight to meet up with some friends coming into town for the holidays, and we all had pretty good reviews of our food. There was plenty of seating and the staff was friendly. When you enter, you place your order at the counter and then pick any table you'd like to sit at. The patio was heated and had cute Christmas lights everywhere so we decided to sit outside. Our food came quickly and was very hot and delicious! We also got a pitcher of the spicy jalapeño margarita since they do $5 off pitcher on Thursdays before 9pm! We had an overall good experience and will be back! read more

A hidden gem placed amongst the trees. This place is like a little secret eating spot. Plenty of outdoor seating with indoor seating available. The food is fresh and not overly processed. There is an American and Latin menu available. The menu prices are reasonable. The southwest quesadillas were delicious! I'm not a mimosa person but I really enjoyed the mango, grapefruit and pineapple mimosa. Try it...dare you! The brunch menu is a great touch for the weekend. Meal for 2 with drinks for $40 is a yes for me! I'll be back!! read more

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Reliably awesome. Stopped in for lunch today. Sat at the bar. Server brought water right away and took my order. Order came out fast, as usual. Bar open late Fridays in December 2023 until midnight. read more

Rojo - 2023 open late on Fridays in December - Bars Near Me - Birmingham, Alabama

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Great place, great vibe, great food, great staff. I had the spinach and mushroom quesadilla add steak and it was delicious!!

Such a gem. My company hosted an event here for teachers and it did not disappoint. Look at the cute sign for us and the food was on point. We had tacos, nachos, banana pudding, and berry pie. The teachers were happy, and Ian did a fantastic job of making sure we were good. I tried the easy water - it has CBD and I don't know what I was thinking. They do have nonalcoholic drinks available which is always exciting. read more

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I've been coming to Rojo every time I'm in Birmingham, sometimes more than once. The food is fantastic, vibe is so chill, the patio is a fantastic atmosphere, and overall Rojo is a fantastic spot for Latin and Mexican fare. Absolutely recommend it! read more

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Still great! Great local place! Has an American menu and Mexican side! The food is make to order, can be a little slow at times, gets long waits when there are lots of people. Has nice outdoor and indoor seating! read more

Rojo - Taco Salad - Bars Near Me - Birmingham, Alabama

Someone recommended the Swiss, bacon cheeseburger. Good option. Good size burger with toppings on the side. Hella good fries too. We we be back. read more

This is a Mexican food restaurant not usually my favorite food but this is one of the best Mexican restaurants I've eaten at. The menu is very diverse with your occasional chicken fingers. The people are super nice as you order. It's a very good atmosphere with its wood vibe and several TVs. read more

Always love the decor. Food fresh and tasty. Service is welcoming. The outdoor patio is one of my favorite places to sit. Bar has what your looking for. Sit back and enjoy. read more

Food was amazing and great atmosphere. The best veggie tacos I've ever had. Very flavorful and full of veggies. Very fresh. read more

Rojo - Veggie tacos and mango mimosa - Bars Near Me - Birmingham, Alabama

This place is an icon for the Birmingham City scene. The owner have done a great job at making people and their pups feel super welcome. It's hard to go wrong here. The food is great, the drinks are great, and the place just feels cozy. This is a must stop when in Birmingham, or if you live here. Love this place. Great work guys! Keep it up. read more

The atmosphere is really fun, with great music, a bar, and a patio. They have a big menu, which you order from the counter. It was really bust when we were there, and the food didn't take too long. We thought the food was good, but not great. read more

Good Tex-mex American fusion in the heart of highland avenue. We tried the burrito bowl, empanadas, and pork burrito and all were decent. The empanadas were the best thing we had with a light flaky crust and well seasoned beef. The queso dip was standard white queso and chips were cold but crispy. Can be difficult to find parking right out front, but there are plenty spots available around the park. Order at the front counter and service was fairly quick. The outside patio was covered and well lit at night. read more

It's been three years since my last review so I felt an update would be appropriate. Basically, Rojo is still very much a chill vibe! It's a great restaurant with great food, drinks, and service! My husband and I had a date night on yesterday. We decided to stop by Rojo since it's been a while. There was a small crowd, but we were able to sit inside. After looking at the food and drink menus for a moment, we were ready to order. My husband went to the front and placed our order. We received our drinks almost immediately. My jalapeño margarita was just the right amount of spicy! It was delicious. Our food (taco wings, fries, and paella) came out nice and hot. We both had leftovers, which will make a good lunch today. The playlist was perfect to munch away to and enjoy. To sum it up, we enjoyed ourselves and we'll be back soon! read more

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Been coming to this spot for years & it's by far one of my favorites for Mexican & American food! You can't go wrong with anything on the menu if I'm doing American I always go for the burgers or wings their taco wings bussin! My favorite Mexican dish would be the steak burrito! It hits every time! Fresh salsa & cheese dip! And please don't leave without a strawberry margarita with the sugar rim....Chef's kiss!!! read more

Rojo - Steak Burrito & Strawberry Margarita - Bars Near Me - Birmingham, Alabama

The food that we had, their was just delicious. The guacamole, chips, salsa and everything that they offered would surely put a smile on your face. I was fortunate to had tried the mango Margarita it really taste amazing, I mean the Bartender that works, their he really, puts a spin on making those amazing drinks and as, well good looking. All of the Host, that was their, at this event, I really enjoyed, they gave so much good information, not just about Rojo, but about what happens, with the food that's not ate, what's down with it, I believe it's called compound, Their was a walk, across, the street in the park, but of course, yours truly didn't go on that little tour( bad ankle, walking boot). The atmosphere inside and outside of Rojo, was just right for any occasion, I can see, myself going back their again, just a nice place, just to go eat and can chill for a bit. It's no place, you need to dress up or anything, I did have on a nice dress, with a wedge heel, that's just my normal and it balances out the height with my walking boot. It was funny, one lady did inquiry about why I wore wedge shoes and I had looked at her getting ready, to ask her, why she had on a Walgreens Outfit? I highly recommend this restaurant! read more

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I've been eating here for so many years and have taken so many people to visit because the menu appeases to so many different tastes. My go to is Kate's salad and add shrimp. It is huge and delicious. The basil vinaigrette is fantastic. I love that they are dog friendly so I can take my pup and the patio is covered in case you get stuck in a summer storm. The bathrooms are always clean and staff is friendly. read more

The food here was excellent. I got the beef empanadas, and could not have asked for a more delicious meal. We got the taco wings, while they are great, they weren't what I expected, and I little spicier than I would have preferred. read more

The atmosphere is really good. The food was on point - there is NO service which is a bummer. You have to go in for everything and if the staff is away talking you just stand and wait. If you don't mind that then it's pretty nice! read more

Great vibe and friendly staff. The food is really fresh and delicious. The chips are thicker than I prefer but that's my preference. read more

Rojo - Chips and salsa - Bars Near Me - Birmingham, Alabama

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Food was pretty good, we definitely ordered too much. Service and drinks were also good, and the patio is nice when the weather permits.

It's had been awhile since we visited Rojo. We decided to visit because of their Birmingham Restaurant Week special, and ended up going two nights in a row because it was so good. My favorites were their pineapple salsa, queso, strawberry margaritas and their vegetable quesadilla. Due to COVID, they are currently only seating people outside. You are not allowed to go inside. Because of this, the seating is very limited, but we were able to get a table quickly even with our party of 5. Regarding service, you order at a window, they bring your food to you and you bus your own table. Both nights, the food was delicious, and I had plenty for leftovers which is my favorite. This restaurant is in a great walking neighborhood with a park across the street. It is definitely worth a visit. read more

Rojo - Social distancing at its best. - Bars Near Me - Birmingham, Alabama