Small place with tight quarters, but very good service and food. Waited in promptly and…read moreattentively. Food is fairly priced, large portion, and excellently prepared. The fries were slightly under seasoned, but everything else was superb. Definitely worth a visit!

Update: After posting this review on another platform, the owner responded by making personal…read moreattacks, questioning my motives, and even commenting on what they think I can afford instead of addressing the actual concerns I raised. If that's how they choose to handle respectful criticism, I think it says a lot about how they value customer feedback. Original Review: Woody's has a great atmosphere, the restaurant was clean, and our server was excellent. Unfortunately, that's where the positives ended. The food was incredibly disappointing, especially for the price. Nearly everything we ordered tasted like frozen, pre-made food-service products rather than food prepared in-house. The mozzarella sticks were clearly frozen, the sauces tasted straight out of a bag or can, and nothing about the meal justified the prices. The biggest letdown was the Caesar Wrap. At $16 with chicken, I expected something much better. Instead, it came with olives and tomatoes (on a Caesar?), no Parmesan, what appeared to be a basic bagged salad mix, generic, overly gelatinous bottled-style Caesar dressing, and just three tiny pieces of chicken despite paying extra for the protein. The menu simply lists it as "Our Caesar Wrap" with your choice of protein--it doesn't mention tomatoes or olives anywhere. If those ingredients had been listed, I'd chalk it up to me overlooking the description. But they weren't. When you order a Caesar wrap, you expect a Caesar wrap, not one loaded with ingredients that fundamentally change it. Our bill was over $50 before tip for one appetizer, two entrées, and one soda. I understand this is bar food, but charging premium prices for what tastes like pre-made food-service products just doesn't make sense. With so many bars in the Birmingham area serving fresh, quality food for similar prices, there's simply no reason to settle for this. The atmosphere and service were genuinely great, but the food wasn't anywhere close to the value the menu suggests. Unfortunately, I wouldn't return.

The Essential was such an unexpected find during our trip through Alabama. We weren't expecting to…read morestumble across such an elegant restaurant serving truly elevated food, but it ended up being one of our favorite meals. I ordered the seafood pasta, and you could immediately tell the pasta was homemade. It was fresh, perfectly cooked, and the seafood was beautifully prepared. My daughter had the spaghetti, and my husband ordered the Waldorf salad, which was just as thoughtfully put together. Our waitress also recommended the hummus and house pickles, and I'm so glad we listened. Both were fresh, unique, and the perfect way to start the meal. From the food to the service, everything felt polished without being pretentious. It was one of those meals where every dish was executed with care and attention to detail. Overall, The Essential was such a pleasant surprise and proof that you can find five star dining experiences in the most unexpected places. If you're anywhere near Birmingham, this place is absolutely worth the stop.

Really cool place with a quaint atmosphere and great service. My wife and I split the chicken…read moresandwich, grits and a hash brown. All were really good. We got the sauce on the side for the sandwich just in case, but it was really good. Definitely a place I want to revisit. Saw the smash looking burger and pancakes at tables and they both looked amazing!!

Always a fun spot, and the food is always good. Always a crowd. Everyone is friendly. Very…read morediverse clientele. We tried the Avondale location, but we prefer the Colonnade. The Avondale location had a different "vibe" and just didn't seem the same.

Stopped by for a couple cocktails, and sat at the bar. A little slow at first but as the night went…read moreon, the place got busier and louder. The bartenders were quite nice, along with all the people we met. Didn't have any special cocktail, just a couple martinis and they were good. We didn't eat there, but from what we saw, their food looked great and heard from customers that the burgers are awesome.

Came here with my friends before and after the spa visit at Ross Bridge. Before the spa visit, we…read moreordered some mimosas. Our bartender, Ella, was great and so attentive. She provided excellent service, and the drinks were reasonably priced. We came back after our appointment with a bigger group, and the service was still good. Our group of 6 had a variety of orders, but it was mainly appetizer-type foods. The wings were really good and very flavorful. I did not really enjoy the steak nachos. They had way too much sour cream on them, which took away from the overall flavor of the nachos. While the steak on it was very flavorful and the portion was a nice size, I would have liked to see the fillings on top more evenly distributed so they wouldn't take away from the flavor. The drinks were still perfect, and our service was still good. I would definitely return but would likely not order the nachos. I would order the wings again, though.

We came here before and after our spa appts. Initially, we…read morejust ordered some mimosas from the bar. Ella, the bartender provided good service. I love the to go option available for your beverage. The atmosphere is more relaxed in the clubhouse restaurant and casual. Great for groups. We decided to grab some food from here - post spa appts. In my group of 6 we ordered a couple of things. Burgers , quesadillas, wings, nachos etc. I had steak nachos and I did not love them. There was probably 100 chips and 3 piece of steak! I also forgot to say no sour cream.... I was disappointed in myself. I think overall , everyone else was pretty satisfied with their food. Our service was decent. This was my first time dining here. I wouldn't order the nachos again but I would come here again for drinks.

I have to give 5 stars because the service was just wonderful. We had a little snafu at first…read morebecause we didn't like where we were sitting but the manager came and made it all better (Admittedly, I was the problem haha I like to sit in a booth lol). But they were sooo accommodating and even gave me a cute birthday card. It was thoughtful! The food is also quite tasty. Every dish I had was quite good!! The standouts were the spinach and artichoke dip, the crab cake, and the cilantro rice. I loved the shrimp too!! I must come back and try the dessert cookie skillet. It looked delicious. Portions are huge and prices are definitely decent. I enjoyed lunch and will return for dinner!

The food was fantastic. My mom had the trout and said it was amazing. I had the crab cakes and they…read moreare some, if not the best in this town. I always get them and substitute for another side. Service was great. Definitely need reservations. We were there tonight, on a Monday. Place was packed. My only complaints: 1) It's a very load restaurant and we had a very hard time hearing each other. 2) The seats lean back so you have to sit up right without your back to the chair. I ended up grabbing a bolster from a bench near the hostess stand for my mom.

I have been here for lunch a couple of times now for The Work Week Lunch Deal - Standard Burger (or…read more6 wings), Side , Soda/Tea for $13.49. A really good deal! Seated immediately and ready to take your order as soon as you decide. The Standard Burger (Lettuce. tomato, onion, pickles, horsey sauce & american cheese) is really good. Fries are cooked just right. Previously I got a mix of the Fries and Onion Rings. Onion Rings are great too! I have had The Three Hander sandwich (Niman ranch corned beef, fries, tomato, jalapenos, creamy slaw, dijonaise, mozzarella on sourdough) from their original location which is great too. I should probably try other things as well but the lunch deal is hard to pass up. Since it is not too far from my office, will definitely continue to be a part of my regular lunch rotation. Only downside for me is the parking. There are limited spots on the street out front. Adjacent to the building there is a lot that is part of the apartment complex behind it but not really enough spaces for the 2 restaurants.

The location is connected to a Mexican restaurant with arcades separating the two. The atmosphere…read moreis family friendly and very upbeat. The staff was friendly and patient as I forgot my readers so a lot of questions were asked. Thank you Andreana. We had the tenderloin (which I haven't had in YEARS). I was not disappointed. We also had the southerner and it was tasty. They had a happy hour where I got a wine and husband got a frozen drink. Then round 2 I opted for the daily drink, daiquiri. Each day there is a different drink as a special. I enjoyed the music and the vibe. Would come back to this place when I'm in Birmingham again.

Honestly, and I genuinely mean this honestly...this restaurant is the best dining experience and…read morefood quality/taste/style in the greater Birmingham area. If Michelin knew what they were doing, they'd award them at a minimum one star. My wife and I ate here for the first time tonight, and we NOT disappointed. Service was great! We will be back!

I give this place 10a across the board. The ambiance was amazing and I loved the decor. The service…read morewas great. We were constantly asked if we needed anything. The food great!! I ordered lambchops, Gouda Mac and potatoes, also pictured is the lobster pasta, and chicken. My friends rated those a 10 as well. Will be back. Oh and my drink was great as well

Tonight my oldest son and I found ourselves at Beef O'Brady's after an evening of truck shopping…read more It was getting late, we were both hungry, and a good burger sounded a whole lot better than cooking. Before we even ordered, my son looked across the restaurant and said, "Don't we know that guy?" Sure enough, I turned around and there was an old friend I hadn't seen in years. Funny how life works sometimes--you go out looking for supper and end up catching up with someone you haven't seen in forever. I ordered the O'Brady Burger with fries, and my son went with the wings and fries. The food came out after a short wait, hot off the grill and looking every bit as good as it tasted. That first bite of the burger sealed the deal. It was juicy, flavorful, and honestly one of the better burgers I've had in quite a while. The fries were hot, crispy, and exactly what fries ought to be. Between the great food, friendly service, and unexpectedly reconnecting with an old friend, it turned into one of those meals that reminds you why local restaurants are worth supporting. I don't make it over to Hoover as often as I'd like, but Beef O'Brady's is definitely staying on my list when I'm in the area. And with a Tuscaloosa location reportedly on the way, I'm looking forward to making it a regular stop a whole lot closer to home. Sometimes the best nights aren't planned--they just happen over a great burger and good company.

I still enjoy a trip to Beefs. The food is consistent, plenty of menu choices for food and drinks…read more I love that they have specials every day. Recently came on 99 cent wings day. Wings were great! Service is always good. Love the outdoor seating area. Nice place for the dogs. Ambiance is casual.