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    The Goose

    4.2 (55 reviews)
    Closed 12:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Trendy
    Outdoor seating

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    The entrance.
    April G.

    The food, drinks,and atmosphere was a vibe!!! We will definitely be back definitelyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy recommend

    Paige K.

    Yes it's a sports bar but it's more. I love coming for lunch. Steak philly is great. I subbed chili instead of fries. Hummus. Salads. Shrimp bowls. They have a lot of variety and surprisingly good and fresh stuff. Staff is kind and attentive. The place is squeaky clean without the chemical smell (thank goodness)! Outdoor patio and seating is a plus.

    Camille F.

    The Goose is an Avondale staple. I love to lunch here, they have a great Caesar Salad. This Friday, I went for the first time on a late-night excursion. The bartenders are the type to just hang out with you, which I love. They indulged me in making my hyper-specific favorite shot which involves pickle juice and hot sauce. Everyone is very kind, sports always on the TVs, neighborhood spot. It has a "locals only" vibe, even though this is Birmingham, not Aspen.

    Smashed Burger
    Sadie W.

    Good food and family friendly. They have plenty of outdoor seating. We tried the cheeseburger, Philly cheesesteak, and chicken tender with tots. Let's just say the chicken tender stole the show. They were huge and enough to share. Everything is cooked to order of course. If you go, I would definitely recommend the chicken tenders and tater tots!

    Outdoor covered patio
    Cassie J.

    So it's a cute place with covered outdoor area where you can have your pup. I had to poke my head inside to ask for service. When the guy came out he said we don't do table service on the weekends out on the patio. Ok well your website should state that. Made sure they got my credit card before I could order. Someone else brought my order and no one ever came back to check on me. Finished my beer and food, still no one. I was a bartender/server for over 20 yrs...they get a C for their grade.

    Silly Philly
    Jamie J.

    The Goose has it all - outside space with TVs and yummy food! Perfect Saturday lunch spot if you want to sit in the sun and watch whatever sporting event is going on. In our case the Masters and they even had the sound on. Great touch. The staff is quick and friendly. Highly recommend you check out The Goose!

    Great place for pups!
    Laura S.

    Great food and atmosphere. The steak kabobs are legit Nice outdoor seating. Dog friendly! Good location.

    Buffalo and lemon pepper wings.
    Bill G.

    Fun little place with some really good snacks. Look, this is not a white tablecloth experience, but if you just want some good food c'mon in! This last trip was my third, and I will say you must try the fried pickles. I was skeptical because I am a huge fried pickle fan, but it has to be chips. So when I saw the pickles were more like fries I was not expecting to like them as much as I do! Right up there with the best "chips" in the game! From there do any form of the fried chicken, the grilled chicken on the nachos, and the wings. But if you go wings don't ask for blue cheese. Only negative I have found is the blue cheese tastes just like Kr@$t out of a bottle, and if you know what I am talking about we can be friends! I am a blue cheese dressing snob!

    LaDarrius Y.

    A great lunch/dinner. I finally made it here to The Goose after it being recommend to me multiple times. Nothing and I mean nothing we had here was bad it was absolutely freaking delicious. Hands down 10 out of 10 guys CHECK THIS PLACE OUT! So glad I ended my birthday here! I will be returning asap you will not be disappointed and if you are you're lying lol. I have zero complaints. Food order: The Goose BHM Korean BBQ wings Lemon Pepper wings Queso Salsa Black Bean Salsa Polish Sausage and peppers Chicken fingers Smash burger (sorry no picture) Tater Tots

    Burger and fries
    Lo K.

    Visited this place on accident. Really wanted to try Saws Soul Food but the weren't open. I wasn't very happy at first. There was a guy there redoing the cable and internet and only one server. It started off badly but got better when the food came. I asked the waitress for a recommendation and she said try the Hot Head Burger. I asked what came on it and she said she didn't know so she asked at the window. After the third time she said she didn't know she said she only worked there once a week and hadn't been there a month. Once the food came, things got better. The burger was amazing and the wings were super good and not burnt. Fries come with every meal so you will never leave hungry. We were never asked if we wanted refills on water or soda so if you do go, take your own. Or hopefully there is a real bartender working the bar.

    people sitting at a bar watching televisions
    Tank G.

    This restaurant has been only open a few months and is awesome. It is a fun spot with a very nice patio with shade. It sits on artificial grass and has games out there like corn hole, and big connect four. Some of the tables has umbrellas and there is also fans out there. They have a few parking spots along the perimeter of the patio. There is also free street parking within a reasonable walking distance. That is where I ended up parking. In addition to the patio, they have a small bar that has seating and full service. There is also a small indoor dining area. Bot spots have televisions, The bar may be small, but has 4 televisions covering its center wall. There was no indoor seating available so, we decided to sit on the patio. At first there was only a table in the hot sun. However, Heath, the owner was out there working hard and pulled our table over to the shade and under some fans. The staff there is amazing. They were helpful, courteous, friendly and attentive. Top notch. They do not have signature cocktails, but they do have a full bar with beer and wine. The menu has burger sandwiches, wings. and salads. Most of them have fun names and you will find some exotic items on there. I ordered the Steak Philly (Silly Philly) with fries. The Goose Neck also looked good. It took about 10 to 15 minutes for us to get our food, which was pretty good considering how packed their were. My food was delicious. If I had one suggestion, It would be to put a little more meat on the sandwich. It was still filling and very flavorful. I left there full. I would recommend trying the Philly. The fries were good too, but it is hard to mess those up, but I have seen it done though. The other person with me loved their food too and was highly impressed by the service. Heath runs a great operation here. I throughly enjoyed my dinner here. They are very welcoming here and have some awesome food and an amazing staff. I highly recommend checking this place out and hope that I am able to make it back here soon.

    The Smash burger
    Erica P.

    First time being here since it changed to The Goose. My burger was pretty good. My wife said her pork needed to be seasoned, but her sandwich was decent. We loved the shoestring fries. I didn't have an alcoholic drink this time but the atmosphere was pretty nice as well. Everyone working there was pretty nice and our food came out hot and quickly, fast service!

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    Located in Avondale. It's a good place to get food and drinks. They have a small outdoor patio and a few tables inside and near the bar.

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    The ghost is a great place to hang out and have drink drinks and food with friends. I had a shrimp Poboy and it was delicious.

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    My sister and I Just got back from visiting family in Birmingham. We both love food and…read morecocktails....so we spent everyday going to the best restaurants we could find...within a manageable budget. I think the most expensive meal we had was $240.00 which included entrees and wine. Worth every penny...anyway. We stopped in to Wooden City for a couple of appetizers and a glass of wine. We ordered the peel n eat shrimp and the burrata w/ bread pudding! The food was so good we failed to grab a pic. I can absolutely say the experience rates in the top 4 meals I've had in my 66 years on the planet! I was able to capture the beautiful pour of wine we had. Guys come see them! You'll enjoy it for sure. The ladies sitting next to us ordered two entrees each. They ate one and had one boxed to go...that's gotta tell ya something! Hats off to the TEAM at Wooden City! I'll be visiting again in August .....can't wait!!

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    This morning, Sunday, February 15, 2026; My wife and I went to "The Essentials" for Sunday, Brunch…read more I have not eaten at "The Essentials" for a few years now. We don't like going out on holidays like Valentines Day so we usually do something the day after. Food: I got the Steak & Eggs. They were great. I did think the "Potato Cake" on the plate was a bit dry but I did eat it all. I was surprised that no Toast was provided for this item. Just an after thought. My wife go the Banana Bread French Toast. She also loved it. Service: This is where "The Essentials" understands what their clients want. Our server was outstanding. I looked around and felt the entire staff really knew how to work with their guests. Refreshing. Ambiance: At first, I thought the restaurant was a bit noisy. Yet my wife and my conversation was not strained. The Ambiance was upscale casual. Value: I thought the prices were a bit high yet the real story was, once I was finished, my mind was asking when the next time I would return. Cost a meal is in direct portion to how much you enjoyed it. I enjoyed my meal very much. Eat well, Drink well and stay healthy.

    This is a great spot in Birmingham. The menu was not clear, but the staff worked with us to figure…read moreout what they could make without seed oils and gluten-free options. I ended up with a bunless burger. The Caesar salad with chicken was my first choice, but both the dressing and the chicken had seed oils - not good. Still, the vibe was great, and we made the best of what was available. Thanks to the chef for working with us.

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    A true hidden gem right off Highway 280…read more Let me just say--this place is absolutely beautiful. From the ambiance to the staff, everything felt elevated from the moment we walked in. We made reservations for Bae's birthday dinner, and they welcomed us with a handwritten card signed by the entire staff... such a thoughtful touch that really set the tone for the night. Now let's get into the food To start, I had the Charred Grapefruit Martini--perfection. Smooth, refreshing, and just the right balance. We ordered the Butter Crab Sushi and Lobster Bisque to kick things off, and both were incredible. For our entrées, we went with the Steak Frites (with a little switch-up on the sides), and baby... nothing missed. Everything was flavorful, fresh, and beautifully presented. This is one of those places where you can confidently order anything on the menu. 10/10 experience--don't forget to tip generously, the staff truly deserves it!

    I can finally say I've been to Bricktop's. Located right off Hwy 280, it can be a little…read morechallenging if you're traveling west. You'll have to go past it to a light and make a U turn. Traffic can be heavy on 280 during rush hour. There's adequate parking with beautiful foliage and an attractive outdoor waiting area. This location has been there almost 10 years and their decor is still simple and contemporary. There's two large dining rooms separated by an open bar. They do take reservations and with a dinner reservation, we were seated quickly. By the time we were leaving, the restaurant had filled with guests waiting to be seated for a bustling Thursday evening. In addition to their specials, there's a nice variety to their menu with steaks, chicken and fish dishes. We got the Spinach and Artichoke dip appetizer which arrived quickly. The dip had good flavor. The chips were good, but I wasn't that impressed with the salsa. Tammy and I split a caesar salad so they served it in separate bowls. The salad also had a nice flavor and on par. Chase tried the short rib. Presentation was outstanding. It was served with two onion rings and mashed potatoes. There wasn't anything left on his plate when he was done. Tammy tried the crab cakes. It was served with a large mass of skinny fries. I stole a bite and the crab cakes were outstanding. Yom Yom Yom Yom. I ordered the Fish & Chips which arrived on an extra large plate with about seven strips of cod coated and deep fried next to another large mass of string fries with room for slaw. The fries were perfect. The mayonnaise based slaw was creamy, tangy and even a little sweet. It was outstanding and one of the best slaws I've ever had! Yom Yom Yom Yom. The cod was also good but I thought it was a little heavy on the batter. Since I love a good tartar sauce, I have to give a shoutout for their homemade tartar sauce. We saved room for dessert and their bread pudding and pizookie with vanilla ice cream was so rich, it raised my A1c a couple of points! Service was outstanding. Our waiter checked on us regularly and our glasses of water were constantly topped off even as the restaurant filled with more patrons. I would return just to try their snapper, salmon, trout or filet. Keep in mind, their price point is higher than most but this is their level of service and they do it well.

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    Love Back Forty, along with the rest of Birmingham. There's always so much going on here,…read moreespecially when the weather is good. Tons of kids and dogs outside. People often host their own little parties and events at the picnic tables here. I came on a Sunday afternoon, and it seemed like a lot of families came for lunch and to hang out after church. The food here is certainly impressive food for a bar to me. I love the wood fired pizzas. I will say, I think the size is a bit awkward. They're a little too big to be a single serving, and a little too small to be for two people. The beer is all good. Service at the bar always friendly. The fries here are some of my favorite in town. Shoestring.

    Located right next to Sloss Furnaces, this is a fantastic place to grab a beer, catch the big game,…read moreand enjoy a solid meal with friends. They've got a huge selection of beers and a full dinner menu, so there's something for just about everyone. Whether you're coming for drinks or planning to eat, you won't feel limited. Parking is plentiful, which is always a win in Birmingham, and there's plenty of seating both indoors and outdoors. It works well for small groups or larger parties. One thing to know going in: this isn't really a full-service setup. You order and pick up your own food, and aside from someone occasionally clearing empty pint glasses, there's not much table service. We actually didn't receive utensils with our food and had to go back up to the counter to grab some. Not a huge deal, just something to be aware of. I ordered the catfish sandwich with fries. The sandwich itself was delicious -- crispy, flavorful, and satisfying. My only small gripe was that it came in a to-go box. I understand it probably makes cleanup easier for them, but it does take away a bit from the dine-in experience. The fries were shoestring style, which just aren't my personal favorite. They're fine, but I always feel like I need about three handfuls to feel satisfied. We went on a Saturday night and the brewery was packed -- and I mean packed. It was very loud and definitely more of a party atmosphere than a relaxing dinner vibe. If you're looking for a quiet night out, this probably isn't it. But if you want energy, beer, sports on TV, and a fun crowd, this place delivers. Overall, it's a great hangout spot to catch a game, grab a drink, and enjoy good food -- just expect a lively, high-energy scene.

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    So cute!

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    Korean Chicken Sammie w/Beer Flt

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