This is definitely a hidden gem in downtown Birmingham. Because it's a speakeasy it's a little hard to find which I guess makes sense. I got a great Gatsby vibe from this place. There was lots of vintage furniture and a beautiful chandelier in the bar area. It's dark and romantic. Definitely a great place for a date night or a girls night out. The music was different, but I liked it. It really made me feel like I was made back in like the 20s. The bartenders were very attentive. The food that was served was an Asian fusion it was pretty good read more

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Temporarily closed..... we came here on a Friday evening only to see that the doors were locked and there was a sign that said temporarily closed. I do hope that they open soon! read more

The Marble Ring - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Birmingham, Alabama

Lovedddd it will most def be back! The drinks were on point, we loved the names, very creative! read more

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Great speakeasy! It's beautiful decorated. My cocktails were $13'ish each and really good. I specifically asked them to make them not sweet and they turned out delicious. I loved the oysters mushrooms. The jalapeño chicken was good enough to have with drinks. The staff was great! I'd definitely recommend this place. read more

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I adore the Marble Ring. I love the speakeasy vibe and using the telephone to get in. I miss when it didn't have signs and was truly a hidden gem but I'm glad people are discovering it now. I miss the old owner! Haven't seen him in a while but he was always so personable. The staff is always super friendly. The addition of the food upon being bought by Umami and Nori is great. I got a chance to try some last night and it was delicious. I recommend this place to everyone and love coming to just relax and vibe here. I wish we had more speakeasies in Birmingham but I'm glad we have this one! read more

Omg I've been wanting to try this place and my friend got us tickets to a show. It was amazing but the food and service was even better. I will definitely go here again and again. The sushi is excellent!! I love Umami so that was a no brainer and the drinks omg. Just go! The vibe of the place was so adult and low key. Loved it!!! read more

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This event with Yelpers was so awesome. Food was great, drinks were fantastic. Bartender was so helpful and made accommodations for an allergy. read more

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Usually, this bar is one of my favorite spots, but the Halloween event was a bit of a letdown. The decor and atmosphere were amazing, and they really went all out for the theme, which I appreciated. However, it was way too crowded to fully enjoy, and the service suffered because of it--long waits and overwhelmed staff. I'll definitely come back because they're usually great, but they might want to rethink capacity for special events in the future. read more

The Marble Ring - Jalapeño calamari - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Birmingham, Alabama

Haven't frequented this establishment for a few years. However since I live in the neighborhood I've seen all the activities around the recent upgrades. Therefore I was eager to revisit this night. The warm atmosphere of earlier days has triumphantly returned. Could instantly feel the renewed energy of the space. Bar staff and support were top notch with their expedience and knowledgeable service. Probably found my new Favorite cocktail(s). Harlem Nights [Cognac, Strawberry Lavender, Lemon, Soda] was absolutely perfect to set the mood for the evening. Juan Valdes [Vodka, Coffee Liqueur, Espresso and cream added upon request] was an amazing nightcap of a dessert. I have once again discovered my local hangout. read more

It has been about five or six years since my husband and I went to The Marble Ring. Recently we had an occasion to go, and we were totally surprised at the changes. Before it seemed small and a little closed in. They have completely remodeled. There is a HUGE sitting area at the bar which is totally cool, and the seating in the speakeasy is more open and much better. They have expanded and there is a huge area off from the main area which gives off a good vibe. I am glad they kept the decorative bathtub. They have a variety of specialty drinks as well as a limited selection of beer. Bartenders are more than helpful with the selection of drinks available. Fun place to grab a drink on a special night. read more

Such a cute, chill bar. This speakeasy bar is something to add to your list if you're hanging out in or near downtown Birmingham. The drinks are all crafted and unique. We ordered the F Scott Fitzgerald, it had some interesting flavors, something I've never had before. The service is unique as well, you ring a box on the wall next to your seating area and it prompts the staff to come and check on you. Perfect for a date night, girls night or just wanting to try something new. read more

The Marble Ring - F Scott Fitzgerald - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Birmingham, Alabama

Really cool place... Had a 25 minute wait on a Saturday night and was seated a little after 9pm. You walk up the stairs... Make your "phone call" and wait. There is a TV and they had Walking Dead on, so that was cool to watch while we waited. Made the time fly by . I also love that you can scan the barcode and order/pay. It makes it a lot easier and you don't have to wait on servers coming to your table. Unfortunately, for them, they only had one server the night we were there, but they did awesome in keeping up with everyone. We sat out on the covered patio area that is heated, it was a little quieter than inside and a nice atmosphere. The patio faces a courtyard that looks like it is awesome place to sit the warmer weather times. We got a few drinks, the charcuterie board and buffalo Chex mix. Charcuterie board needs a few more items on it for the price and the check mix was terrible. It tasted burnt which was a bummer because they sound better than they tasted. Pictures are dark as it was dark in there. We will definitely be back for drinks and hope to sit on the inside this time. read more

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One of my favorite speakeasies and all-around bars in the whole country. The ambiance is perfect, the drinks spectacularly good and the service amazing. read more

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My wife and I spent the evening at this fun and interesting secret little hidden bar off 41 Street. Two great bartenders, Grayson and Rob took great care of us. Drinks were potent and nothing is watered down here. You stay there long enough, you will end up dancing on the bar like Zelda! They need to sell roles of the decorative wallpaper. Need service at your table, just pull the string and watch the magic picture frame light up. If your looking for some good custom cocktails with a taste of the 1920's, this is the place to go! Love it! read more

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Great venue to relax and have a great cocktail. The staff is friendly, the atmosphere is cozy and delightful. Drinks taste great and are perfectly priced. Not loud which is great, and the menu has a large assortment of drinks. Hope you enjoy. read more

The Marble Ring is 100% recommended it doesn't serve food. How ever right below it they do. Their service is spectacular. The ambiance is but a 1920s theme. The jazz is wonderful. And the drink are so delicious and well crafted. My friends and I enjoy our time their every time we come to visit Birmingham. The wall paper in the bathroom is a trip to see too. read more

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From the moment you walk in it's creative and decorative and the service is great. We went on Halloween and entered the bar by picking up a phone. It was interesting. I'm giving four stars for the design of the bar itself but the drink I ordered was not strong in my opinion. I barely felt a buzz after finishing the entirety of the drink and that was a disappointment. The drink was tasty and pretty but...... I will give this place another try eventually because for our first time we sat outside on the patio which was nice but I want to sit inside next time because it's pretty! read more

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Permanently closed!! don't be fooled by the hours. It was very disappointing since it was recommended by a bartender. The local hang out confirmed it was closed. read more

A very cool atmosphere with unique decor. Fun place to have a drink. Staff was friendly.

Good food, tasty signature drinks, pleasant staff and laid back atmosphere. This was my first experience but definitely won't be the last... read more

The Marble Ring - Lavender Bee's Keens - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Birmingham, Alabama

Speakeasy that also has an outdoor area. Great choice if you want to see live bands play while sipping alcohol. Our drinks were strong so can't complain. Must visit cocktail bar in Birmingham in my opinion. read more

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Very cute spot! The aesthetics are amazing! Came here for drinks with my husband and we enjoyed the atmosphere this bar is so cool I love how you have to literally call to get in lol absolutely beautiful spot my only complaint would be I'd like to see more options on the bar menu (food) however we only came for the drinks read more

The Marble Ring - The cotton club - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Birmingham, Alabama

I had a great time. I love the decor, and I love the entryway to the establishment and the method of getting let in. I had the French 75 and the old fashion in both were extremely tasty. Their crawfish dip is really good. Our drinks came out very quickly and they were very kind to answer questions and suggestions. read more

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I have been wanting to go to The Marble Ring for several years, but everytime my husband and I tried there was either a long line waiting to go into the telephone box or no one answered the phone I will explain this in a minute. Well the other night, our party of 6, finally made it in. We entered the Marble Ring through the blue English-style police box located up the stairs and to the right in the former Hot Diggity Dog restaurant. Yes, Dr. Who fans, it looks like the Tardis. To enter, you have to pick up the phone then the door opens or you are put on a wait list. This is definitely 1920s speak easy style. When you enter, you will be in awe of this beautifully decorated bar. The Marble Ring is small and cozy and there is no room for standing around. There is a beautiful chandeler thats hangs over the bar, cozy sitting areas with leather seats, a bathtub to the right of the bar and light cords that you can pull to call the waiter/waitresses. And speaking of the wait staff, the girls wear flapper dresses and the boys wear suspenders. Also the cracked mirror designs in the bathrooms add a cool effect. The cocktails are pricey, but worth it since you paying for the ambience and the cozy living room feeling. My favorite cocktail was the "She Cute"! I can't wait to go back. read more

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A hidden speak easy. From the moment you open the door and use the phone to call and then open the door it is a unique experience. The vibe was so cool it gave an old time 1920s feeling. The furniture, the lighting, decorations and old pictures gave it a speak easy feel. The bartender was very nice and he made a delicious drink. I posted a picture but cannot remember the name it had a smoky mescal taste and the presentation was very nice. I highly recommend this bar if you are in the area definitely a great experience. read more

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Great ambiance and drinks. It's like stepping back in time! This is a great date night getaway!

Charcuterie board and salmon crostini were delicious. Rob prepared his signature Madam C. J. Walker and Lou Rawls conclusions. Both were delicious. The Madam C. J. Walker was my favorite of the two although I prefer bourbon over brandy. The service was great. I like the speak easy inspired decor and vibe. It's a great date spot to chill and talk. read more

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Super secret hidden speak easy. I was very confused going inside but you walk up and pick the phone up in the Tardis box. It gets very busy so be prepared to wait without a reservation unless you have a small party. The bartenders were great and I had them surprise me with the "bartenders special". If you like little gems and want to explore, I recommend checking them out! read more

This place gets 5 stars for all the right reasons. The cool hidden door/speakeasy concept, the next-level creativity of the cocktails, the well executed 1920s theme, and the overall ambiance of the place are hard to match here in Bham. There are a lot of bars throughout the city and Marble Ring might be among the best of them. Service is professional, prices are high but a good value given the overall experience and the quality of their offerings and the atmosphere is among the best you're going to find in the area. If you haven't been you should make it a point to go. read more

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It's a speak easy!! I love the secret feel of the entire experience. From going in the phone booth to the secret door. It's also great that the staff are dressed in 1920s gear and eager to serve. On my previous visit I ordered the party girl which came with a rosé gummy bear. It was absolutely amazing, unfortunately they removed this from the menu. When I asked for something similar it tasted like a tall glass of tequila, I couldn't taste any of the other flavors that were supposedly added. The low lit ambiance makes for a great date night adventure, but it can easily be used as a hang out for friends. But be warned large parties usually have longer wait times. read more

The Marble Ring - Colleen's Garden - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Birmingham, Alabama

I can't believe I haven't written a review for the Marble Ring. It's one of my favorite places to take "out of towners", as well as with another group of friends. It's a super unique, yet fun place for all. I've only ever sat inside, and that's been fine with me. I love how the servers are "playing the part" for the time period. It just really adds to the environment. Once you go into the phone booth, you call, and then the door opens for you to enter. Once you're seated, you can call your server with the pull-chain. And if you're hungry, you can order food from Hot Diggity Dog. Note: Even though they don't advertise a HH menu, they do have specials! Just ask! That'll help keep the tab down (a little bit). read more

I love it here! This is bham's hidden gem for sure. The ambiance is beautiful and takes you back in time. The drinks are very well crafted and didn't disappoint. There is something on the menu for everyone's taste/preference. I'll probably pass on the dessert bites. The staff was extremely friendly. My mother, aunt, and I enjoyed themselves. Make sure to take a picture in the tub! read more

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The Marble Ring is a unique experience that is definitely worth a trip if your in Birmingham! I love having to go in the phone booth and "ring in" to be let in. The atmosphere and design is very 1920's and similar to The Great Gatsby which is awesome. They have happy hour until 7:00 PM which is a bonus too. The Food/Drink: I ordered a pimento cheese hot dog and a chili dog with honey mustard (dont ask... I wanted something sweet) as well as a margarita to compliment them. The chili dog was good although it didnt blow me away.... But the Pimento Cheese dog was phenomenal. The Pimento was actually spicy which surprised me in a good way. The margarita was very good and I liked the unique black sea salt to break up the normal sea salt you get at most places! The service: To order you pull a string from a lamp and they will walk over to you which is really cool and different. Our server was very pleasant and made sure we had water and everything else was taken care of. Overall, this place is a must visit when nearby! read more

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Great service, awesome vibe and good drinks. Happy hour has some fantastic deals, highly recommend. Cool spot read more

Went here with a group of girlfriends in Feb 2020, from out of town, before Covid set it. Fun, speakeasy vibe. A friend and I stayed til closing, enjoying chill atmosphere with the staff. Asked for assistance on the way out, as entry and exit are different, and that was my first time there. Was met with extreme vitriol from a bartender's boyfriend, who was hanging on. Bartender did not speak up, her bf continued to debase me and me friend, with crass names and vocabulary. I frequent a lot of bars. This was wrong, and I cannot recommend. This was 2 years ago, and I haven't forgotten about it, because it was so uncalled for. Yeah, you guys sucked. Maybe not the staff's fault, but the staff's boyfriend sucked a lot. read more

Such a cool experience! It's a hidden speak easy located in a hotdog restaurant. The inside is very nice yet comfortable for any occasion. There's an outside patio and plenty of space overall for an intimate date or a small friends' outing, I wouldn't recommend a crowd over 6. My cousin and I went after the Iron Bowl, Alabama lost so the city was very quiet. Street parking is available. We had no problems finding a spot. I was so excited to make the phone booth call! Soon as you walk in the booth is right there. I picked up the phone and someone instantly answered. You don't need a code, at least we didn't, and there was no wait. The wall slid open and we were greeted by a server and escorted in. There's open seating so we chose a spot by the fire place. The music was a quirky spin on well known classics and I appreciated the mood that was set. The drink menu was one of the best menus (name wise) I've seen all year! Game of Throne references, classic songs, and history references all throughout the menu. My cousin ordered the Slyvia Wrath, it was VERY strong. Not for the weak. I requested a patron margarita, the bartender did very well with my mix. Everything was affordable and looked tasty. We didn't get a hotdog but we did order the poutine which is a plate of fries covered in gravy and cheese curd. You guys, GET THIS! It was SO good and perfect for a night of drinks. Overall this is a great night cap spot or casual place for you to meet up and grab drinks and a light meal. It's affordable and not over the top so no need to feel pressured to get overly dressed. 5 stars EASILY! I plan to go back soon. read more

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Their Joan Crawford was the best cocktail I've ever had! Love the atmosphere and throw back to a speakeasy. This would definitely be the first place I would take someone from out of town for drinks. read more

Cool bar. This is definitely worth a visit. You enter through the hot dog place, which is kind of strange, go into a phone booth and call and tell them how many in your party. We were put on a list and we have them a phone number. Once our table was ready, they called and in we went. On this particular Saturday night, it was about a ten minute wait. Once they call you have ten minutes to get back to the entrance and get in so don't go far! The inside of this place is very cool. Dim lighting, nice seating. We loved our little table with comfy chairs. There is a cocktail menu and we each tried a different one. I have to say out of the four drinks we ordered, I only really liked one of them and that one didn't thrill me either. And at ten bucks a pop, I don't think I would order one of those again. Next time, I will stick to a nice glass of wine. Don't come here if you are looking for food, unless it's a hot dog, because they only offer the food next door. This is definitely worth a visit, just for the atmosphere. Very cool. Would be fun to go on a first date. read more

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What a great concept, a phone booth in a hotdog place to gain entrance. The wait times were not that bad, we had to wait about 25 minutes. The good news is they will call your cell phone when your table is ready, then you have 10 minutes to get there and claim it :) so now for the rest of the review.. service was good but they were busy so it was a little slow. We loved the concept of pull the chain for service :) now on to the drinks... i prefer a really sweet mixed drink, so the 50 words drink was a little tart for my taste. And the rest of the table thought the same. Next time we return i think we will stick with wine :) All in all it is a nice little place to hang out and socialize. One thing that caught me off guard is the only food for the place is from the hot dog place you walk thru, would be nice if they actually served some kind of food. read more

The Marble Ring - Less than 50 words... - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Birmingham, Alabama

I've highly enjoyed my time coming here! It was a unique experience getting in using a phone booth and a telephone to get in behind a hidden wall and get reservations. Right off the back the interior is the most beautiful design I've seen in awhile. The dark dim lights with the vintage design and chandelier was stunning with a lit up back room to boot. There's a good amount of seating but because of the high volume of people coming in, get ready to have a pretty long wait time. The service here is on point,quick and professional. The bartenders made excellent drinks constantly! I've tried the dragonborn a George dickle tabasco, campari, lime, carrot and demerara. White Walkers abide (choice between cathead or Jameson) kamora, baileys and cream. My last drink was a Jolene's request made with old fosters, strawberry mint shrub, lemon, ginger beer, rhubarb bitters. EVERY drink was out of this world in flavors and balanced perfectly. The three cocktails I had ranged from sweet to mild and sour. Also keep in mind that you can also order from the hot diggity dog restaurant downstairs and it can be delivered to you while you drink. Overall I had a wonderful time here with friendly professional service and a wide variety of drinks. I really recommend coming here and getting this unique experience because I know this will definitely be my go to spot for cocktails and wines. ( This will be a part 1 review connected with hot diggity dogs considering they're connected with each other.) read more

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