We visited this great spot in the gorgeous Ross Bridge neighborhood to try something new for my…read moreson's birthday meal. Because of the intense Alabama heat, we chose to sit inside, though they have a really nice screened-in patio available. The restaurant is intimate but well laid out, featuring a couple of distinct dining areas and a bar. Since it was our first time, our server, Daniella, recommended the candied bacon bombs to start. They came with a side of cheese curds, and both were absolutely delicious. Even as small as the curds were, they had a perfect cheese pull! For our mains, I ordered the cowboy burger with an added egg and a side of sweet potato fries, while my son chose the shrimp and grits. My burger was incredible, a solid 9.5 out of 10. My son rated his shrimp and grits a 7, though he has a lot of experience with that dish to compare it to. Daniella provided fantastic service, checking in at just the right times without hovering. I later realized I forgot to ask if they do anything special for birthdays, but honestly, my son was probably glad I forgot! Overall, it was a great meal, excellent service, and a very cool environment.

Love the fried pickles and the service. They seat you as soon as possible and are very friendly…read more They have good and clean outdoor and indoor seating. I would recommend to anybody who loves great food .

Some of the best Cajun food I've had in a while. We had the frog legs(awesome), gator bites(sooo…read moretender), fried plantains(seasoned beautifully) for starters. For dinner I had the Gumbo and my girlfriend had the salad with shrimp, crab, and crawfish. The gumbo was seasoned excellently and tasted just how I make it at home in like 7 hours. My girlfriend's salad was amazing with the homemade ranch. We came in late and the service was still top notch. Finished off with banana pudding and my girlfriend said it was the best she's ever had. We were just in town for the weekend but to anyone looking for a place, do it!

Definitely a hidden Bessemer Gem, Boateng's is a quaint space with good food and adequate service…read more I've had a fried shrimp platter with fried green tomatoes and the ultimate gumbo and I've had a fried grouper platter before with same sides. Two weeks ago I had a salad with blackened grouper fish. My daughter has tried and I've sampled the seafood quesadillas and it too was good. Each meal is cooked fresh to order and worth the wait. Food, service and ambiance are all worth the visit so give them a try and you will go back!!

My order every time: Custom Salad -- Spring Mix & Arugula, Feta, Red Onion, Bacon, Toasted Almonds,…read moreRoasted Bell Peppers, Tomatoes and Lime Cilantro Jalapeño Vinaigrette (on side-medium) I'm honestly so stuck on this 1 that I haven't even tried any other salads here, but I bet they're just as good! I love love love this place and the bread that comes with the salad is so good, I wish I could have a little loaf lol and they give you a really good amount of bacon. This is my go-to salad place every time I am craving one, I don't even make salads at home anymore.

We were walking around the Lane Parke area and happened upon Chop N Fresh. It is a create your own…read moresalad or quinoa or rice bowl type of place. I liked the assortment of toppings they had particularly the apples, raisins, peppers and toasted almonds. I was disappointed that the strawberries were $2. You can also add a protein if you want. There is outside and inside seating. Their beverages are not Pepsi or Coke products instead they are from Maine Root.

Solid meat and 3/soul food option in the vicinity of the Bessemer courthouse…read more They're doing it right in here. Good selection of things ranging from your standard stuff to some more adventurous options. Big portions. Quick, friendly service. Lots of windows so good natural light and an open feel. Easy parking. Priced reasonably. All the seasonings. A good option if you're looking for a quality meal and you're in the market for some serious comfort food. If you're in this area don't second guess it.

The food is pretty good and they offer meat and veggies as well as other menu items. The service…read morewas friendly and prompt. My only complaint is the prices on their drinks. $5 for a large tea. It's 32 oz and seems high for little more than a cup of sugar water also if you get bread with your meal don't get the corn bread. As a true southern boy I know good cornbread and they don't have any. For my plate which consisted of beef tips mash potatoes and peas, large drink it was right at $18. The portions are large so maybe it's not such a bad price, and if you drink water it's not bad at all.

It's Taziki's! This location always has fresh food, amazing staff, and meets the standards one…read morewould expect from a Taziki's. Loved my roll-ups (ADD BACON) my family loves to order them by the pan to eat on during the day. I just love going inside for my pickups because the energy is always lively and the staff is so friendly to match the vibes.

Took it back to Taziki's for lunch. The basil pesto gyro is a good one when I want something a…read morelittle more filling than a salad. I got my lunch to go but the girl who got my food was quick and friendly. Love their side of roasted potatoes.

I had some takeout from Bob Sykes Bbq recently. My order consisted of ribs, corn on the cob and…read moreokra. I also had some banana pudding. These are some of the BEST ribs!! They are so tender and meaty! These are top 3 of my fav ribs in Birmingham. The sides were delicious too. The portions are generous. I didn't love the banana pudding but everything else was exceptional!!!

Felt like eating Bbq last night, so checked out place close to our stay. Pulled up to Sykes and…read morenoted that it is a good sign from locals that drive/up was busy for an older place. When compared to some of the other better known Bbq places in the south, my experience tonight was good, but would I purposely detour to make a stop here again? No. I had the two meat platter, choosing chopped pork and white chicken (brisket was not available that night??). My chosen sides were baked beans (good) and onion rings. Now I like my rings a bit crispy and these were more on the soggy side. Also, anytime a place has coconut pie, I will try it even if I have to get it to go. I like my cct pie on the creamy side but this was a bit more whipped and it leaned more toward tasting like grocery store-bought pie. Wife tried to get a side salad but for some reason she could only get a full salad with her baked potato with bbq chicken (good) unless she ordered a plate. One would think with all their menu options, a simple side salad would be available with any order. Overall, worth a try if visiting, traveling through or staying nearby but not worth a special trip.

Great place! Nicely…read moredecorated, had a tasty margarita. We ordered salads, they were fresh and wonderful. Service was excellent. Go out back and see the outdoor lounging area with a bar and lots of nice seating This place is a gem!

Not sure if I just came on an off night but we did not have a good experience. The music was loud…read moreenough that you couldn't even hear yourself think, it took 35 minutes for us to get our food and to top it off, the steak I ordered medium rare came as well done and dry as they come. To top it off. The only thing flavor wise was a crap load of salt. Service was fine, which I guess it better be when they automatically charge a 20% tip. Wont be coming back. Especially since my stomach ached in the morning.

The Mexican Caesar salad is by far my favorite order at Chopt. I think the price is fair for what…read moreyou get, because most of the time they pack a lot of greens in the bowl. Although, it gets more expensive the more things you add. I've found that it doesn't keep very well (the lettuce gets soggy), so I typically don't have leftovers. I order for pickup with the app a lot, and it's typically ready by the time I get there. They'll give you a time estimate and order status (received, preparing, ready), so it's pretty easy to gauge when it'll be ready.

Daughter and I were doing a progressive dinner... And this will stop number three... Salad…read more We chose the peach and burrata Farro salad... and it was absolutely amazing! We had never had Chopt... but it will definitely be on our rotation from here out!

This particular McAlister Deli is located in the same shopping plaza as the Publix in Bessemer,…read moreAlabama. With it being in a shopping plaza, parking was not really an issue. Walking in, the atmosphere is pleasant enough and my server was friendly, professional and overall made my dining experience significantly better. I went for the reuben. The reuben is a deli classic and I will also say that it has been one of the sandwiches in my favorite sandwich list. Come on, we all have a favorite sandwich list (don't we?). By the way, if you are wondering, a sub would be at the top of my favorite sandwich list (and a favorite sandwich list is something we all have). I cannot say that this reuben was the best reuben that I have ever had. I cannot even say that it would be in my top reuben list (okay, I really don't have one of those lists...yet). It was okay, kind of what you would expect from a sandwich chain with an emphasis on value. I guess overall I will give it three stars.

I came in today to get some potato soup because I was craving some potato soup so I make my order…read moreto go. I asked for extra crackers when I get to the car I have no extra crackers only two tiny little packs the normal amount that you get and the soup is so bland it's like they peel some potatoes and threw it in some water threw in some chives and that's what they call potato soup if you like really bland food and you have a very boring pallet then this may be the place for you otherwise I would go somewhere else

Really enjoyed the chicken here! Very crispy. Large fries are absolutely massive. Love the…read moreunlimited sauce bar! The original and ranch were my favorite. Line goes quick, and there is plenty of free parking out front and around back.

I had Super Chix for lunch on Thursday, and it didn't disappoint. I ordered the Bacavo Chicken…read moreSandwich, and it was excellent. The sandwich features a large fried chicken breast topped with bacon, avocado, lettuce, tomato, and buttermilk ranch dressing. All of the ingredients complemented each other nicely, making for a very tasty and satisfying meal. David L. and I shared a regular order of fries. The fries were thin, crispy, and perfect for dipping. One of my favorite things at Super Chix is trying the different sauces with the fries. There are about eight unique sauces available at the self-service condiment station. While they would be amazing on the chicken tenders, they also work really well with the fries. For dessert, I ordered the Reese's Peanut Butter Cup Cold Fusion--yum! I've always experienced excellent service here. The staff is friendly and attentive, and orders are prepared in a timely manner. Overall, another great visit to Super Chix.