We had such a great experience at Ross Bridge, especially at the pool and golf course. Austin was…read moreincredibly helpful...he went out of his way to make sure we were taken care of and even suggested the bikes around the resort, which we didn't even know were an option. That ended up being one of our favorite parts of the stay! We also reserved a cabana, and it made the whole day feel even more relaxing and elevated. Nicole truly stood out...she was attentive, kind, and made sure our experience felt 5-star from start to finish. Even when it looked like she was handling the entire pool area on her own, she never missed a beat and still made us feel like a priority. The golf course was incredible...the first nine holes were especially scenic, and the bagpiper at sunset was such a unique and memorable touch. The food was great, the drinks were on point, and every staff member we encountered was kind and welcoming. Between the service, the atmosphere, and the little extras, it was an experience we'll definitely be back for!

When you pull up to the Renaissance Birmingham Ross Bridge Golf Resort and Spa, you feel it…read moreimmediately. It looks like a castle. The valet team was professional and genuinely welcoming and that same level of hospitality carried through once you stepped inside. The interior is stunning and well kept. Everyone we encountered was kind and attentive. I have nothing negative to say. Five stars all the way.

I met my son here for breakfast. We didn't have to wait very long for a table, but I have been here…read morewhen it was quite crowded and the wait was longer. We had Jackie as our server. She was efficient, checked up on us, kept our drinks full and even showed how considerate she is. I was having a hard time hearing her and as I apologized and told her I'm deaf in my left ear, she started approaching the table from the other side. I truly appreciated that kind and thoughtful gesture. The food was delicious as always.

Every single thing we ordered was delicious, perfectly cooked, and seasoned just right!read more

This place was great and well worth the wait. My wife and I checked in at 11:00 am the day of the…read moreMorgan Wallen concert so I'd assume game days would be about the same. Took us about 1.5 hours to get our seat. We used the time to walk around the area which is worth it if you're new like us; you'll have five minutes to get back once you get your text. We started with the Deviled On The Bayou, see photo, and they were wonderful! Wife had the avocado benny and enjoyed it. I had the Crab Cake Benny, see photo, which was outstanding and I highly recommend! Prices were reasonable, the facility was clean and well presented, and the service was prompt and professional. We'll definitely go again when we're back in town. Highly recommend if you're in the area!

Brick & Spoon is a great brunch spot in downtown Tuscaloosa. I must say that the eggs Benny is my…read morefavorite. You get plenty of food and I was very surprised that their grits were seasoned! On top of the food being good, the drinks (specifically the mimosa flight) are soooo good. This is more of a family brunch spot but is also great for friends who want to have a good brunch with good spirits. The outside is probably my preferred spot to eat. There isn't much of a view since the parking lot is right in front of the building, but it's cool if you don't want to be around a lot of families with kids. Overall, I definitely recommend if you want to get out and jumpstart your weekend with good food and drinks.

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!!

The service was excellent! Thoroughly enjoyed the food! Bacon was perfectly cooked which is hard…read moreto find. The biscuits are soooo good! We had no complaints other than they ran out of the homemade cinnamon rolls before we got one! We will be back to find out if they are as good as we suspect! We did try the pastry pillows with honey . Those are good too! Will be back! Open Sunday mornings - great after church choice!

Great food, very good coffee and excellent service. Also pet friendly on the outside patio so a big…read moreplus

I just said the biscuits were a "little" over rated. We had no trouble eating them! I hope that…read moreyou got the experience was excellent from my post.

My son ordered our breakfast online, but when he arrived to pick it up, he still had quite a long…read morewait for just two breakfast items. Unfortunately, the food didn't make up for the wait. My biscuit was very dry, so I ended up taking it apart and eating what I could from the inside. My son wasn't particularly impressed with his gravy biscuit either. I was definitely bummed because I had been really excited to try their food! I'm willing to give them another try and choose something different next time. Hopefully, our first experience was just an off morning.

Greta spot for breakfast! The avocado toast was the best I've ever had and it was seasoned sooo…read morewell! The waitress was super friendly as well. Despite how busy it was on a Sunday morning, the food came out fast. Would come back here again!

We sat outside and really enjoyed the atmosphere. The patio seating was comfortable, and the…read moreservice was attentive without feeling rushed. It's a nice setup overall for a casual weekend brunch. I ordered the "Redneck Benny" -- an open-faced biscuit topped with sliced ham, ham powder, and two perfectly cooked eggs. It was hearty, flavorful, and exactly what you want when you're craving a classic Southern breakfast with a chef's touch. Everything we ordered was good and came out hot. The only hiccup was when the young woman helping bring out the food reached directly over my plate to serve my friends theirs. It wasn't the end of the world, but definitely not the best service etiquette. Outside of that, the experience was solid all around -- great food, friendly staff, and a menu that shows some creativity without trying too hard. I'd absolutely come back to try more of their biscuit dishes and maybe one of their breakfast cocktails next time.

Service is outstanding. The buffet,in my opinion,is small. But the food is fresh and delicious…read more Price is fair.

Well I have tried to not put negative reviews. I've tried to keep my criticism constructive but I…read moream at a loss on this one. I can say the service was good. We did the breakfast buffet and sat next to the buffet. I got a broccoli salad to start and it was rancid. I then proceeded to the buffet where a worker was filling up the link sausage bin and spilled maybe 15 or 20 on the counter where people stand to make their plate. She picked them off the counter and put them back in with the others. When I asked her about it bahe said it was restraunt policy that if I human touches it put it back. WOW. I put my plate up and sat down. She then proceeds to start sweeping behind us. When she was done she put the broom in the corner and walked to kitchen counter and picked up a tray of chicken fingers and went to place them on the buffet. She didn't wash her hands then or after. No gloves were ever used. Then waiting on my husband to finish the salad worker came out and place all fresh fixings ON TOP of the existing lettuce. That explains the rancid broccoli salad because they obviously are rotating stock. I try to find something good everywhere I visit and review. The people were nice.

9/14/26 Today I visited Ruby Sunshine on Oxmoor Rd in Homewood, Alabama. The food was next level…read moreawesome. The fried green tomatoes are the best in the world and deserving of a Michelin Star. It is clear that chef D'Angelo cooks from the heart. Our server Trey was kind, pleasant and very engaging. Service was quick. The French toast melted into your mouth and was perfectly prepared. Delicious. Or as my wife put it, "Slamming !!" The Ambiance was excellent, a combination of cozy and community very conversational. I had the omelette, grits and a pancake. Everything was seasoned to perfection. I will come back and bring friends. Chef kiss.

My guy and I visited here recently and I must say, it's been awhile since I've had such a poor…read moreexperience at a restaurant. It's been a few years since I've been here (since they first opened), and I am in no hurry to return. What went wrong shouldn't be the question. What actually went right should be asked. Let's start at the beginning. We visited on a beautiful Saturday mid morning but were quickly seated after arriving. The server asked us if he could start us off with drinks. I shared I was there for the Yelp event, and he ignored that and repeated his question about drinks. He also stated he was busy, which I didn't know how to take. I felt rushed to make my drink decision, which ended up in me not enjoying the iced vanilla coffee I settled upon. For our order, we ordered the original beignets, the breakfast sandwich with potatoes and the 3 Little Piggy Omelette with cheese grits. After waiting for 20-30 minutes, our server returned to say that he just realized that our order was not in the queue. He said that that had never happened to him before, and said that maybe the weather was making the computers mess up. He said he would put in a rush for our food. I can say he seemed apologetic but I think it was an error on his part, not the computer. After all, he had already mentioned how "busy" he was. And I've never known a sunny, cloudless day to mess with computers. He typed our order in again and this time, the food was out within 15 minutes. The beignets were the best part of the meal. The breakfast sandwich (on sourdough) was hard and dry. The potatoes looked unappealing and lacked salt. My guy remarked his food was ok but commented on how "used" the butter looked. See included picture. The server checked on us periodically. We are not complainers so no we didn't mention any of this to the server. After requesting a box for the leftovers and the check, it was another 15-20 minutes before we saw either, even though he came around twice more and repeated what we had asked him for. We did leave a tip although this was one of the poorest experiences we've had in ages. We will not return anytime soon to this location.

My son and I came here on a Sunday morning and it was quite busy. I highly suggest getting on their…read morewaitlist before showing up on a weekend. They are only open till 2 PM. It's mostly a breakfast place but they do have some lunch options as well. I decided to get the strawberry Tres Leche French toast, which was very delicious. It looked like it was a new item on their menu. My son always gets the same thing he got the Monterey club. Summer was our server and she was very good but you could tell that they needed more staff. He used to pay your bill at the cash register but now you just pay it directly to the server. Parking can be a little difficult, especially on the weekends. Our server was very attentive. I did visit the bathrooms and they were very clean. This is definitely a place. I have on rotation for breakfast.

I decided to come to First Watch after church. The food was amazing, and my server, Courtney, was…read morevery sweet and attentive.