Very chill, cutesy bar. If this was 2010 this would've been the perfect hipster/tumblr vibe. Remember when paper airplanes were everything?? The schtick here is that the bartenders will "surprise you" with a cocktail. You tell them your liquor of choice, fruity/floral, sweet/not, etc. and they craft something unique for you. It's cool. The service here is always super friendly. The bathrooms are clean. They have board games and card games out that you can play with friends. It's grown up fun. read more

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Haven't been in years and it don't disappoint! Love the vibe of the bar with the periodic table and flying paper airplanes! The espresso martini isn't a normal one, but it was pretty tasty! They use nitro cold brew and it is a little sweeter with less foam on top. Still good and didn't taste like alcohol (dangerous)! My husband's drink was tasty too! Very unique! All the cocktails are hand crafted and I love the unique touch to each drink! Highly recommend coming to this bar! They have one TV which was good to watch March madness! But a casual bar that isn't too crazy to have a "date night". read more

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After catching a concert, we stopped in for a drink and a little grub. I learned pretty quickly that boiled peanuts aren't my jam, but the dogs were solid. We started with a chili dog, and it hit the spot enough that I grabbed a Lyric Dog for the walk back to the hotel. Honestly, that was the second‑best decision I made all night. read more

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This was a popular spot serving up very tasty cocktails. Their concept is they make up cocktails specifically to your flavor profile.

We went here after dinner for our 11th wedding anniversary. Amazing staff and service! We even found some new favorite drinks since we never get to go out! It was so fun telling the staff what we like and having them make something new for us! We will be going back! read more

The Collins bar is undoubtedly a Bham staple, located on 2nd ave North, amongst other lively restaurants and businesses. The great thing is they're open late night so you cab easily stop by after dinner or make it your last bar crawl stop. I came for a post work celebration with my team and we had a great time recounting the night over our mood inspired drinks. Service has been consistently swell, with skilled bartenders and friendly servers. Grateful to have this place around. read more

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The Collins brings a fun addition to a night out. Not sure what you want? They'll make something for you. Wanting something traditional? They'll whip that up too. I've been twice and both times, service has been great! read more

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One of my favorite places to go on a night out with friends, I never have an issue with finding a table big enough for everyone. The service here is always efficient, and I think this is such a fun concept for a bar! Collins doesn't have a set cocktail menu, and you order by telling the bartender what you are in the mood for. The craft cocktails are almost always a hit, and I don't think I've ever had the same drink twice. In addition to drinks, they also have a late-night food menu. This is genuinely one of my favorite places to get a hot dog here in Birmingham. Nothing is better than having a few drinks with friends and being able to get a decently priced small bite! read more

Collins is such a fun bar! I said I like old fashioneds but I also love floral cocktails so they made me a floral old fashioned! The bartender was very nice and wanted to make the best drink for everyone! read more

Fun cocktail bar. It is fancy-ish but they still serve largely to the younger, middle age crowd. Snacks and hotdogs were great, and they had my favorite Gin for cocktails too! Great experience. read more

I had a really nice time at The Collins Bar in downtown Birmingham. The atmosphere is definitely more on the "whiter" side, with not much diversity, but overall, it's a very chill spot. The drinks are great, and I love the concept of them being able to make whatever you want. I always tell them I'm looking for something sweet with one fruit, and they just go off vibes to create something unique for me every time! Drinks are usually around $12 each, so it's not the kind of place where I'd have more than two drinks, but the quality definitely makes it worth it. If you're looking for a laid-back vibe with excellent, custom-made drinks, The Collins Bar is the place to go. Food is decent bar food. And the service is great every time! read more

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Very cool, ambience and love that they create the cocktail to your liking. Very personalized and great service. Very fun vibe with lots of little hidden elements. read more

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7:45pm on Saturday. Already poppin and the vibe is good. It is a cold night and also cold inside The Collins Bar as well. Not comfortable at all as we had to keep our coats on. We each had one cocktail... They were good. The music was good but loud...people are shouting in order to be heard. We wanted to have another drink and get some food but with the loudness and cold, we decided to leave but we will give this place another try...hopefully next time it'll be a little warmer so we will want to stay for more drinks. PS... they also post a sign that reminds people to pay for their parking in the lot or they will get towed... Believe them, as we saw it happened to the car next to us as we were standing there!! read more

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Drinks were fine, it's not ideal that they don't have any cocktail menu at all, but they weren't disgusting or anything. The decor is cool, but if you want something science-themed, go to Lumbar. The service was horrible, we saw the waiter once when we sat down, got our drinks maybe 20 minutes later, then did not see a server for nearly an hour. We wanted to get more drinks, but we ended up just closing out after so long. Save your time and money and go to any other cocktail bar in the area. House of Found Objects is 30 feet away and is infinitely better, Paper Doll and The Margaret are a bit further but equally good. Just don't bother going here lol read more

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Atmosphere: Collins is a dark and cozy bar, perfect for an intimate gathering with friends or a nice date night. Service: It was pretty busy when we went, but we were able to snag a table as a group was leaving. Our server was friendly and happy to explain their ordering process. Collins doesn't have a set drink menu; instead, you provide your preferences for a drink, and the bar will whip something up for you! Food: We asked for a green tea shot-inspired cocktail. We were served a cocktail with notes of whiskey, spices, and lemon. Our whole group was satisfied with the drinks served! Overall: Collins is a lowkey, chic lounge to grab unique drinks. The staff and bartenders are friendly, and the ambiance pairs well with libations. We don't frequent bars, but Collins would be our spot of choice if we're looking to go out for a drink. read more

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Fun, funky place! They don't have a dedicated cocktail menu but have a talented staff that can work with what you know you like! Great late night food, friendly staff and cool atmosphere. It is a bit on the louder side at night, so if you're looking for a good drink and a fun vibe this would be your place. Can be a bit busy at night with a younger crowd so be prepared! read more

First time coming here and was recommended this place from a friend. I enjoyed my drinks and socializing on the patio. My bartender gave me pretty good service and made sure I was taken care. So I stayed pretty late and all the food places were closed but the security mentioned that they sell food. I end up ordering the patty melt and that was probably the worse decision I could've made. The burger didn't taste season and the cheese was very cheap. That was probably thee worse patty melt I have ever had. I didn't upload the petty melt picture because it was that awful. Plus it came with chips at least I thought it was but I received Chex mix. I guess that was a rookie mistake ordering food there , but I will definitely stick with the drinks over the food. read more

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I haven't tried the food but the drinks and options are amazing. Ambiance is also very tasteful. The server Devyn was very sweet and helpful. read more

Wanted to take Sweet Peach out for a cocktail before dinner while recently visiting Birmingham. The Collins Bar didn't let us down. Great vibe! We saw people of all ages and everyone seemed to be enjoying themselves. Liked the decor...how many young people even know how to dial out on a rotary phone? Our bartender, Olivia, offered thoughts on several local restaurant options and was the perfect host. Prices seemed right in line with what we paid the next couple days around town. read more

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We went to the Collins Bar on a quiet rainy weeknight, we sat in a booth that was perfect to have a quiet conversion but would also be great for a small group of friends to hang out together. The decor and atmosphere was nice, and the waitress was very helpful explaining drink choices. I got the Lyric hot dog no mustard. As I had been to the original Lyric Hot Dogs many times my expectations were set high and it did not disappoint. While I never had a hot dog from the Lyric, the sauce was just as I remembered. The toasted bun was fresh, the Lyric hot dog came with onions, kraut and Lyric sauce and it was the perfect combination! read more

Christian was our waiter and he was fantastic!! He was patient with us when we did know what we wanted and was extremely knowledgeable. I asked for him to make me something with the hand torch and this is probably the best most sophisticated drink I have had. Christian made this experience 10 out of 10! When you go, ask for him! read more

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Before our show I wanted to take my sister to one of the best drink spots in downtown Birmingham and the The Collins Bar didn't disappoint... The bar tender made an unbelievable Old Fashion and The periodic table of dopeness behind the bar is pretty awesome.... Great vibe.... Nice drinks.... I loved it... read more

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Great place for a nightcap. We enjoyed closing out our evening here. Feels a bit like the neighborhood hub.

I've. honestly never had a greater than average experience at this place. The concept is great, but the drinks have usually been subpar. Maybe I'm not asking for the right thing, but I end up with something similar to a watered down cocktail at best. The service is also not the best- I've had awkward or rude interactions on multiple accounts with different groups. With all the new bars popping up, Collins definitely won't be at the top of my list. Do appreciate the late hours though. read more

Such a fun idea!! I loved being able to ask for a custom drink and getting a total surprise!! I asked for a mezcal drink that was slightly sweet and slightly spicy. It was really good overall although I wished it had been a little spicier. Overall, it wasn't my favorite mezcal drink ever but I absolutely loved the idea and the bar was so cute. Definitely would come back! read more

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This bar was sooo soo cute and cool. It's worth going in for one drink, but like many reviewers have said, the customer service was great, our waters were continuously filled, and we could have stayed a while. The place was pretty packed when we arrived, so it took a minute to get a drink, but once it was our turn, we were not rushed. The bartender asked questions about our preferences so she could make us our custom cocktails! Mine was whiskey and pineapple and i believe sprite. My husband for the Cuba libra and my friend ordered a nice refreshing minion style drink with coconut rum! Every drink is unique from the glass to the ingredients, and the prices are very reasonable! No more than 12 - ours were $10 each. The vibe of the place is awesome and there are so many spaces that catch your eye! The paper airlines on the ceiling, the periodic table behind the bar, and the new music they promote hourly! Def need to add this place to your list. Street parking is available for a a fee, or you can park in the lot close to it, I've heard it's about $6. read more

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I'm sure this place is likely great on most nights for most people. Not me. After the Janet concert, we stopped here for a drink. I started filming the awesome, talented bartender so that I could shout out the place. They immediately told me that was wrong and I should ask permission. Then they started filming me and asking me "how does that feel?" Like I was doing something bad. I was so embarrassed. What should have been a fun night after a concert my husband gave me for Christmas...turned out not so great. The manager tied to apologize and buy us our drinks but we'd already called our Uber. In the age of technology you'd think a bartender at a bar would recognize that someone filming and posting your skills would be a good thing for the business. Unfortunately this bar chose to embarrass the patron instead. Do better Birmingham read more

My favorite bar in Birmingham. This bar is perfect for those who are looming for a different drink beyond just the normal or even those new to drinking and looking to explore what they may enjoy. Highly recommend. read more

This past evening was the first time I ever went to this place. One thing I like is that there is a parking lot where you can park that is right across the street. It's $6 to park, which is worth it because after you leave, you don't have to make a long trek back to your vehicle. The first thing I noticed about Collins is the little sitting area outside and the umbrellas hanging up at the entrance. When you walk in, the vibe is definitely eclectic. There are games like Jenga and large paper airplanes hanging up. Behind the bar, there's a periodic table that is super dope. Now, this bar has true mixologists that work there. One bartender--I believe his name was Mike--was truly phenomenal. They have a beer and wine list, but there's no cocktail list. For cocktails, you tell them a drink you like or you can give them a flavor profile and they'll create something for you. Oh...and they have absinthe here. Need I say more??? We tried the food as well and it was decent. I had the tator tots with chili & cheese added. It was good, but it needed a little more seasoning--just a sprinkle of salt & pepper would have made them perfect. My husband had two of the hot dogs and he really liked them. I was here on a double date with good friends and we absolutely had a great time! I'll definitely be back! read more

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This place is pure fun, especially for the younger crowd. The bartenders are brilliant. There's no drink menu. You just tell the bartender what spirits and flavors you like and they'll come up with something on their own and never disappoint! They also take specific orders so you can still order what you want. The place has outdoor seating, a private back room, tables inside, the bar, and BOARD GAMES. It's one of my favorite Birmingham spots. read more

This was my second time here and could possibly be my last. The first time the service was great. This time, not so much. First off, my friend asked the bartender for a drink recommendation. Usually the bartender will ask what flavors you like, etc. But this bartender was very short and borderline rude. This bar is known for craft cocktails. Or at least we thought, So we ended up ordering a very basic drink, , Tito's vodka with cranberry juice. I wasn't paying attention, but my friend noticed the bartender using a different vodka. When she brought the drinks, we asked her what vodka did she use. She said they were out of Tito's so she used the well vodka which was from the same distillery. Wait what?? You can't just give us what you want ma'am!! That's not what we ordered! We asked her why she didn't tell us they were out of the vodka we ordered (Tito's) and she got defensive. She was cutting us off and being super rude. After going back and forth with the bartender, she made us another drink with the vodka of our choice (Ketel One). That's after she dropped a drink in the process. She was clearly angry with us for her mistake. After that, she never came back to us. Getting another bartender to help us was challenging. The service was just bad. Once we got another bartender's attention, he took care of us. But our overall experience was bad. read more

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My absolute favorite bar in Birmingham. Although street parking is kind of a pain in the butt to find on the weekends because this area has some great eating/drinking spots (there's a parking lot across the street that's available for a fee if all else fails), it's definitely worth the hype. As soon as you walk in, you know you're in for a good time. The massive paper airplanes dangling from the ceiling and their rendition of a periodic table let me know that, lol. Huge fan of their decor. But back to my first experience. I was kind of shy. I obviously didn't know what to order, and I definitely wasn't as creative with my drink as I could've been. You mean no drink menu? Correct - besides wine, beer, and appetizer/food items. So time to get creative. Don't come to the Collins Bar wanting a bottled domestic beer (yes, I saw someone do just that and I had to chuckle to myself, lol). My second experience was 100% better. If you are a Moscow mule type of person, I 100% suggest you add blueberry. It's a simple but most perfect combo of all times and I am still blown away with my new creation. My boyfriend loves Manhattans but he added a citrus note to it and it was also BOMB. Let's just say, we will be regulars here with our regular orders ;) read more

On my recent visit to Birmingham, I came to patronize my favorite bar here. Since Covid, things have changed a little. It's a lot less crowded but the warm welcoming vibe is the same. You can sit inside socially distanced or sit outside with your crew and enjoy the amazing cocktails The Collins Bar has to offer. Either way - you definitely have to stop here. Will I be back? YES. read more

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Good drinks. Service was great. Dark ambience but not very inspired as a whole. It was decent for a night out.

Great chill spot for cocktails! I stopped by here last night and had a good time. The decor is definitely unique and inviting. The great thing about this bar is that there is no menu so it leaves it to the bartender to make. I had two great cocktails and will definitely be back to try the food! read more

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I swear I wrote a review for these guys before but apparently I must have done that in my sleep. That said let me preface the review by stating I love these people so my review is biased because of my nerd-like obsession with Mike and Phillip's cocktail making skills. Location - downtown and walkable from pretty much anywhere that matters. Ambience - dusty paper airplanes, what's not to love? Bonus did tugging even further on my nerd heartstrings with a periodic table. Geek style - level expert Parking - Uber there...because you can't just have one drink and I'd hate to read about your DUI in the paper. Pricing - those complaining cocktail prices have clearly little knowledge of the ingredients or skill needed to manifest a drink out of thin air. If you're expecting a solid four part cocktail to cost $5 you should stick to a 2 part Jack and 2 part Coke menu item. Pro tip - order a hotdog. read more

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The ambience was ok, but it's probably by design it's a bit congested and the bar scene in town is very active so it was a bit louder than we like, but the cocktails were to die for. My wife mentioned a few flavors she liked, they came back with something that had this hint of passion fruit but not too sweet that she said was the best drink she's had. read more

A dark, glowing environment bustling with conversation and cocktails, the main excitement of visiting The Collins Bar is the unknown. The bartenders are tasked with crafting you a curated concoction based solely on your chosen properties. It's a fun time, even if not every drink hits the mark. I would love to go back again and again. First-timers will enjoy it, and regulars can appreciate the uniqueness of every visit. When it gets busy, it can be a bit hard to get a spot with a waiter. Especially when the bartenders are having to think about each drink individually. read more

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Great spot to go a hang out, the food was delicious and different which I loved. One thing I will say the drinks were kinda expensive, but overall a great experience read more

Love, love, love the Collins. The bartenders are terrific and the drinks are outstanding. I said I wanted a dealers choice, but usually drink rye, and she asked if I liked manhattans, which of course. And she made me a riff on the Manhattan, called the Waldorf, and it was magical. Would recommend this place to anyone as a terrific down to earth, unpretentious cocktail bar. read more