We were in the area and stopped by for dinner. Small hardware store type vibe. Clean and quiet…read more We were created quickly even with the small line waiting to order. Limited menu, which is not a bad thing. Pick your "thing" and do it well and you will succeed. We chose the cheeseburger and the craft burger with tater tots and seasoned fries. We grabbed a drink and a high top table while we waited. They seemed fairly busy for a Thursday evening but they moved quickly and served efficiently. After about 10 minutes our order was brought to our table. Season fries had garlic and Parmesan. Hit and crispy, they were excellent. Burgers were juicy and well seasoned. Veggies were fresh and tasty. Craft sauce was mayo based and had a nice flavor. Tater tots were fresh and hot. Overall the meal was excellent! Loved the burger. Staff were helpful and friendly. Highly recommend, not overpriced like most specialty burger restaurants. Will be back!

If you have not been to The Craft Burger then you are missing out. I believe they have one of if…read morenot the best burger in Birmingham. And the specialty craft fries with the Parmesan cheese and spices are superb as well. I say all this but on this visit I decided to get the Philly cheesesteak and tots. This meal was really great as well. I don't think The Craft Burger can make a bad meal. The food is cooked fresh and comes out piping hot.

We stopped for lunch after running errands. I ordered a Gyro and my spouse the 2 piece fried…read more This place is reasonably priced. Very reasonable My Gyro was ok, but lacked the sliced onion and dill sauce that I am used to having The catfish was good the filet was thin and heavily breaded The fries were sprinkled with seasoning and nice and hot. Would come again, but would try to order something different.

Very pleased! $20 for two pieces of catfish, about 7 wings, Cajun ranch okra and a drink. I called…read moreahead and my food was ready when I got there. It looks to be family owned and the young boy who helped me was very courteous! The catfish was a bit salty but definitely seasoned well. The Cajun okra was tasty as well, not my top okra in Birmingham, but still very good. I wish those were fried a bit harder but I know for next time. The mild wings? DELICIOUS. They remind me of a place that closed down in my hometown. So good. The fruit punch was amazing as well. I'll definitely be back soon!

u cant go wrong here! its a win win. Great for gifts or just to hang out! Id prefer the lighting be…read moredimmer, some norah jones or something for mood but its a great little spot for ladies night out or a date night.

I recently checked out Board in Birmingham for a girls night out, and had a great experience! The…read moreinterior was lovely, with comfy velvet sofas and lots of cozy chairs. The service was on point, with several servers keeping our table stocked with wine and food. We tried several different appetizers for the group. The baked Brie was divine and I also really enjoyed the Caprese skewers. We got a large charcuterie tray to share, but I forgot to grab a picture of it. It was loaded with meat, cheese, olives, fruits, pickles, nuts, and chocolate. Everything was just delicious! We also appreciated that on Wednesdays they have half price glasses of wine! The next time you're looking for a fun spot for a girls night out or even a date night, check them out!

We came here on a Tuesday night as a party of 3. For a random Tuesday night, the restaurant was…read morepretty busy. I love how cozy the dining area is. Our server was Kaylan and she was fun, gave us recommendations and provided an excellent customer service experience. She was great!!!!! We started with their delicious chicken fingers & fries ( they forgot to bring the slaw). I was kinda disappointed since I am a coleslaw fan. I got so full, so quick eating the chicken fingers & fries. We also had their spinach /queso dip- this is a really tasty appetizer. Only complaint, wish it had been a little hotter. I didn't order an entree(remember I said how full I was). I enjoyed a glass of wine instead. My friends had the salmon dish and the steak Maui. Both entrees were nicely prepared and they seemed to enjoy their meal choices. Lastly, you can't come to J Alexander without ordering their carrot cake. It's a warm slice of HEAVEN!!! It's a MUST HAVE!!!!

Continuing on my America 250 series of 20th century established businesses, we get into the 1970's…read more I want to highlight 2 places established in 1971 including J. Alexander's and then 3 places from 1976, the Bicentennial year. I lived in Birmingham in 2010, and my friend, who lived very close to the Hoover Mall told me about a cool promotion at J. Alexander's. I believe it was a Monday gambling deal. Alabama laws on gaming were strict; so this was maybe the closest to gambling I could get. It was some expensive steak, and the server would flip a coin, which I would call heads or tails. If I was correct, I'd get the steak free! I lost; so I paid the hefty bill. At least it was hefty for my underpaid job of that time. But I had fun, and I enjoyed the steak & nice service.

We went to Oak House for our 20th anniversary. We were seated by the window in these cute…read morearmchairs. It had a very intimate feeling. We started with the focaccia which was fluffy and flavorful. We also got the ahi tuna which was delicious. I chose the filet with scalloped potatoes and my husband chose the ribeye. There was so much food that we couldn't even finish. We got the bread pudding for dessert though we were sure we couldn't eat another bite. It was absolutely decadent. The service was amazing. Very attentive. The location was pretty and had easy parking. It was a great choice for an anniversary dinner. I will definitely be going back to try the lamb chops next time.

Oak House exceeded my expectations! The food was DELISH. So flavorful and clearly made with…read morehigh-quality ingredients. I notoriously hate mushrooms but I absolutely devoured the crab stuffed mushrooms - 10/10 dish!! The service was excellent, there was plenty of parking, and the ambience is upscale but not stuffy. There is a mocktail menu, which is such a nice touch. The Peach Sunrise was insanely good! I'll definitely be back.

Brought here by local friends for a wonderful Alabama-style BBQ dinner. I immediately noticed the…read morevery friendly, patient, and helpful staff, as the menu looked confusing! The cashier was especially kind to a confused looiking patron like me! This place had football-fanatics vibe, with lots of original sports paraphernalia and pictures of the owners hanging out with football players and coaches and signed jerseys. Regardless I ended up ordering the chopped pork barbecue platter with fried okra, collard greens, squash casserole, and their classic chow-chow. Everything arrived quickly, fresh, and absolutely delicious. The chopped pork was flavorful and tender, the fried okra was perfectly crisp, and the sides tasted homemade--especially the collard greens and squash casserole. Thei classic chow-chow added the perfect tangy finish. I can see this being an area favorite! I hope to be back!! Thanks for memories!!

I ordered the brisket baked potato. The drive-thru service was unfriendly, and there was hesitation…read morewhen I asked for extra BBQ sauce. The baked potato itself was underwhelming, with very little cheese and toppings. Overall, a disappointing visit.

Their mushroom burger with Swiss cheese and carmelized onions is fantastic! It's on the smallish…read moresize but everything is nowadays! It's all about the food, baby and their fries AND their tater tots are some of the best ever! Casual booths and outdoor picnic tables with paper towel rolls handy on the table. Come here for a casual delicious hamburger and fries. It's really worth a drive and you should thank me if you get to try this combo here!! Really it's our favorite burger joint!

I forgot to mention that we went back last week and we really enjoyed it. I forgot to add that to…read moremy review! Great burgers and very good prices.

This place matches the review. Excellent customer service, good food and nice atmosphere. Place can…read morebe for game day or fine dining. My youngest and I ordered the following: Southwest egg rolls: 8/10 very good 6oz sirloin: 8/10 very good Rickhouse Ribeye (cowboy style): 10/10 very good quality steak and flavor. The cowboy still just enhanced things even more. Highly recommend Potato salad: 7/10 not bad at all. My ribeye medium was so good my daughter no longer wants her steaks well done... I almost a shed a tear to this news. Amen.

We were in the area and decided to stop here for dinner. I was not prepared for the amount of TVs…read morethey had to watch the games that were on - it was a pleasant surprise. The wait staff were very nice and attentive. We got our food pretty quickly. The kids loved the dip trio appetizer - well, we all did, but especially the kids, though they did avoid the buffalo one, so the parents got that one to ourselves! I got the country fried pork chops. I'm not sure what kind of rub or flavoring they put on it, but it was delicious. The gravy was good too. This was a great place, and i really hope they open one up in Trussville soon as I think it'd be a staple and would be very popular.

One of the best restaurant in Chelsea. Serves great wholesome food with a wide variety of choices…read moreon their menu. Their service to their patrons is first class! The atmosphere at the restaurant is relaxing and everyone is so respectful.

Got by others telling us about it. Inside in basic but staff was nice. Food was great. Got Ice…read morecream has well. Waitress was nice to son (8 yrs old) and ask him questions . It right next to fire department.

We like this place and find it to be quirky in a way that pleases. We have made a few visits in a…read moreshort time and already understand where to look on the menu for best results. The food is a little heavy and we recommend sharing a lot of things. This is just where food and fun live harmoniously. We look forward to coming again. Service here is warm and friendly, bring a smile to share.

Best burger in Birmingham!! Yes that is a bold statement, but I stand by it…read more The burgers here are LEGIT. And they are consistently GOOD. We eat here A LOT. Probably 3-4 times a month with our family of 5. We've likely had everything on the menu. And it's all just really very good. Literally all of it. I'm a big foodie, so I don't just throw around this kind of truth . It's rare that a restaurant is consistent in the food quality, but The Ridge has it. It has that old school "Cheers" kind of vibe. They remember names, they make jokes, they have fun- the staff is just fantastic. It's why you see a lot of the same customers in there on a Friday night. The draft beer selection changes frequently and there's always a lot of good choices. The fries recently changed and they are fried potato PERFECTION. But the fries before that were also excellent (and so were the fries before that ) If you want good food, this is where you go! Our favorites: The Rebel Yell The Ridgeline Flank Steak Salad, sliced thin Cahaba King Jam Gouda burger (also try it with chicken) Nashville hot fingers Fried fish tacos