I always enjoy our dinners at City Club. The drinks are amazing (thanks to Tiffany)! Food is…read moredelicious and I love the special events offered.

I thought I reviewed this place but clearly I didn't. Well, let me fix this. I was here a couple…read moremonths ago for a surprise birthday party for a good friend. The venue was decorated beautifully! We enjoyed the nice views and overall atmosphere. The party was great! From the food to the drinks to the DJ, we had a time that night! I would definitely consider this place in the future when planning events.

I had lunch yesterday. The service and the view were outstanding…read more The food... well... needs some work. The arancini appetizer special was good though. I had the corn and green tomato soup (not pictured). I thought it would look and taste differently. It was a broth base, and I assumed it was going to be more or a bisque or puréed vegetable base. It did not look appetizing at all. The tortilla strips served on the side should be left off the plate because they aren't good and add no value to the dish. I was craving a steak and the kitchen graciously not only gave my options (flank vs. petite filet) but agreed to make it. However, I wish they had said "no" and said they couldn't do it. It was extremely underwhelming. I had to send it back because the first dish was gray and overcooked for medium rare. The set-up on the plate was fine (succotash and gnocchi), but I hated that there was little color contrast with the yellow pea shoots as a garnish. It definitely took away from the overall presentation of the dish. There were other issues with the temps of the food st my table as well. It appears that there's fundamental difficulty in cooking at either end of the spectrums but they do a great job at medium. Overall, great service, great view...food- completely underwhelming and glad I didn't have to pay for it.

Ah, THE Club. On this particular occasion they rang the bell with those most magical words, 'open…read morebar'. In all honesty the credit for that goes to our hosts who were most gracious to have us come and celebrate their daughter's nuptials. Onto the review. The buffet was good. The bartenders understood the task at hand with an all knowing wink indicating they'll do it, but it's a bad idea. As to the ambiance, as is well known, you can't beat the view.

Very chill, cutesy bar. If this was 2010 this would've been the perfect hipster/tumblr vibe…read more 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.

Haven't been in years and it don't disappoint! Love the vibe of the bar with the periodic table and…read moreflying 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".

Nana Funks was the venue for an annual Do Dah Day event [maybe Do Dah Night or Do Dah Eve] for…read moreseveral years. It was the location where folks met, bought tickets for raffle prizes and various "give aways" that benefitted Birmingham/Jefferson County animal shelters, and drank and visited. These events were always fairly early in the evening like 6-9 PM so I cannot speak to the after-hours/early mornings at Nana's. It was a fine venue to have a drink and support Do Dah Day.

Homophobic/discriminatory establishment, Wouldn't allow my male friend to carry a purse in. Very…read morerude and didn't tell us until after we paid. Made us get out of line and would not allow us inside all while smirking stating "it's the rules" but wouldn't show said rules. I already didn't like going there but now I will definitely NOT be back.

Private club. Must be a member or guest of a member to enjoy lovely views on top of Red Mountain…read more Ok food, excellent service by Henry. Had some fun times but most friends have resigned. Kids allowed on dance floor which is not safe for them or dancers! Chased away many older long time members to get the fickle younger bar crowd. Used to have ballroom dancing many nights per week. Got rid of most dance bands. Floor is lit up but not smooth. Pricey for food or drinks. Impressive date place but dues add up quickly.

Always enjoy this upscale causal gathering place inside The Club. Has a nice beer and wine…read moreselection. One is also able to enjoy an ever changing selection of whiskeys and some high end surprises show up. They have bar sitting as well as table. One is also able to order food as well!

Central Alabama Theater has monthly event called "CAT Cabaret" and it is INCREDIBLE!!!!! The…read moretalented people that perform at these events are STELLAR! This is Broadway quality entertainment right here in Birmingham, Alabama! The great thing is you never know WHO might be there!!! The Clubhouse on Highland provides a cool and cozy setting for these very intimate cabaret events. If you haven't been you are missing out!!!!! This is the best thing going on in Birmingham! Don't miss out!!!! Each one just gets better and better!!!!!

From the owner: Central Alabama theater is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit theater organization whose purpose is to enrich,…read moreeducate and entertain Central Alabama by providing a superior entertainment experience through the production and presentation of quality professional theater. CAT will educate the stars of tomorrow through artistic workshops; create an outlet for new works; encourage creative community involvement and present quality concert entertainment! Plays, Musicals, Cabarets and Readings are a staple at Central Alabama Theater.

The Nick is definitely not for everyone -- but it's absolutely an experience you'll never forget…read more After my friend (who was hosting us) passed out, my other friend and I decided to see more of Birmingham's nightlife. A friendly bartender at Up-Down Arcade Bar (another must-visit!) told us about this place, mentioning it's one of the few bars open 24 hours on the weekend. Naturally, curiosity won. From the jump, this place had character. There's a bouncer at the door, a makeshift elevated DJ booth to the right where you have to pay cash for a "membership." Don't worry -- there's an ATM conveniently behind the booth, ready to charge you a nice little convenience fee if you didn't bring cash. The membership lasts a year, but still, that was a first for me. Inside? Small. Crowded. Lively. And at 1 AM, there was a guy passed out in a chair right by the entrance -- with his dog roaming freely around the bar. I honestly couldn't make this up if I tried. The bartenders were solid -- fast, cool, and trying their best to keep up with the rush. There's a selection of local beers (pretty good ones too) and two pool tables... well, technically one, since they only had one cue ball. The pool sticks? Ancient relics. The bathroom? I'll spare you the visuals. Outside was much more breathable. There was a local guy named Walter -- from Georgia, of all places -- selling BBQ. Cool dude. The turkey wing was a little tough, but his attitude made up for it. Now, the real highlights? The people and the atmosphere. You've got folks eavesdropping on your conversations, tossing around racially backed jokes at me (that I politely corrected), a row of chain-smokers out front, and a woman openly asking for cigarettes or change that may have been homeless, but was definitely a crackhead and she so eloquently vocalized. It's a gritty and downright raw type of place, but somehow, it works. There wasn't any live music when we came, but I'm sure that's what makes this place shine more than it already does in its own unique way. I'll definitely be back for a performance night. Bottom line: Five stars because The Nick is exactly what it's supposed to be -- an unfiltered slice of Birmingham nightlife that refuses to apologize for being itself.

It seems like I'd heard of this place since the day we moved to Birmingham in 2012. I've heard some…read moreinteresting stories about it since then also. lol! I went at 4:30'ish on a Tuesday for happy hour with some pals. Very slow time which was perfect for us. The bartender was very laid back. The customers seemed like regulars... familiar. Good drinks. The walls are super super busy. You can't look and not see something you didn't see before. I definitely recommend going for the experience if you've never been.

Best pool hall in Alabama, nice people, pro equipment (Diamond tables), clean and smoke free. Safe…read moreand fun place to hang out and shoot pool. Some very talented one pocket players play here, including the great Marshall "Squirrel" Carpenter.

The venue was nice, but the lines and parking could have been better organized. Even arriving…read moreearly, we made little progress toward the entrance. I'd recommend coming with a group and plenty of patience.

the review (only review) is a false narrative trust me!! signage is on the door hopefully a larger…read moreone is on the way. The drinks are on point never watered down. Security is available and by God's grace NEVER a shooting or killing has happened unlike other places in Birmingham that are yet open. The facility isn't "run down" been touched up and still improvin. Bosses at Midtown may not have the glitter hype others have but it has people that cares about the customers.

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!!