37 Best Cocktail Bars in Birmingham

“Very nice place to have a drink and meet friends!!!“

“Last night I went there beautiful place relaxing Friendly place. I will come again. 10/10“

“Ugh, I just LOVE everything about PL.. the atmosphere, the staff, the people! Everyone in one beautiful place sharing a good time and having a good drink! The bathrooms are clean and inclusive, the music is great and the prices?! Unbeatable. 10/10 recommend! 💕“

“Great selection of bourbon 🥃“

“Perfect spot! My niece invited my sister and I out for her 40th birthday party. The lounge was so laid back. Good lighting, parking, and seating. Everything's set up so nice, including the bar, along with great bartenders as well. Great space for a nice party, meeting, reception, etc.“

“Great bar! Tonight was our first time visiting and you could tell it was a lot busier than usual due to a wedding part followed by Drag-Bingo. A couple of our orders were wrong but after notifying someone it was quickly fixed. All in all great atmosphere, decent food, fun drinks, and friendly staff. I will definitely be going again!“

“This place is cool! It’s set up like a men’s club but it’s not one. Here are my notes

Onyx. 11pm arrival. Only Latino here but nobody cared. Friday. $20 cover. Street parking available. Good crowd and energy. Smoking allowed inside but good ventilation. Music at a tolerable level. You can sit anywhere until someone gets a bottle and wants your spot. Employees are super chill. I would be curious to see this place in the summer with the very clean outdoor pool.

Everyone was friendly and there were some serious cuties here. Nobody in dancer attire. Just people drinking and some girls dancing in street clothes. I’m sure things might change as the night goes on.

I left at 12:30 and the place was getting better and better“

“I love the friendly atmosphere. The chicken plate is Bumping and oh, my Bartender makes the Slamming Bob Marley drinks, so if you want to relax and chill this the low key spot to be. Trackside hun“

“Was looking g for a place for a quick old fashioned. This place was recommended and did not disappoint. Great little place“

“I had an amazing time at this beautiful lounge! The venue is beautiful! Very clean!! The crowd was very laid back the perfect spot for hard working people to relax after a long day /week’ The DJ went from the good 90s to present! The drinks were top tier! Also the bottle girls were very professional and sociable!! I cant wait to return to this awesome establishment!! I had an amazing time!!! Thank you to the owner for showing love to our section!!“

“Exceptional in every way. The food is always over the top. They go above and beyond to make this the best dining experience. It's our favorite Birmingham restaurant.“

“Food was good, but everything was cold. Really like the place the staff is excellent. Wish they would concentrate on making sure that the food arrives hot.“

“Best bar in Birmingham — and we have tried ALL of them. The drinks are good (and at great prices, for Birmingham), but the staff and atmosphere are really what makes the place so special. They take a lot of pride in what they do and go out of their way to make sure everyone feels celebrated. Forever grateful for our HOFO crew!“

“We went to Magnolia Point for the first time last night and are so glad we did. The food was delicious, service fast and attentive and the prices very reasonable. It’s a great place to take kids because it’s got lots of food they would like (fish tocos, hamburgers, etc) and not too fancy. There’s also a great outdoor patio that we cant wait to try. We’ll be back for sure!“

“Every visit = perfection. The service is impeccable and the food is delicious. You can’t go wrong with the Burrata, Kale Caesar, and Calamari!“

“We have gone to Freddy’s many times and always had an amazing experience! The service is always amazing, the wine plentiful, and the food delicious and consistent. We had a party for my husband’s birthday this past weekend and were so impressed by the execution of service. If you want to be truly taken care of, come to Freddy’s!“

“wonderful atmosphere, friendly owners, both John and Eric are great! amazing drinks that change seasonally and the best food truck ever, try the Brussels!!“

“Awesome service and even better food. Can't go wrong booking Simone's Kitchen. We hired them at my property for an event and will definitely hire them again!!“

“It's already got a "'Nick' name", lol, pun intended. To be around for such a short time and already be addressed so affectionally says it all.“

“A hidden gem that wraps you in warmth the moment you step inside. Perfect for catching up with friends over dishes that dazzle, each bite better than the last. The Brussels sprouts alone deserve their own standing ovation. And while I never thought I’d praise a restroom in a restaurant review, these deserve a mention: spotless, thoughtfully stocked, and a reflection of just how much care this place puts into every detail.“

“I've been coming to the wxyz bar at Aloft on week ends with friends, it's a great place to meat people from all over, but what keeps me coming back is the bartender B.J. she is one of a kind, polite, funny and pleasure to talk to I will be back you should to!!!!“

“Ruby Sunshine Homewood was kind enough to donate delicious Sausage and Bacon to our brunch for Labeled and Loved Jefferson County Sisterhood Circle. We are a support group for special needs moms. The managers Marsha and Andrew were very professional .Your generosity was much appreciated❤️ See you soon!“

“The beef bulgogi is just delicious! Going back for the dumplings… the best I’ve ever had 🥟👍🏽. Great service too!“

“Great service and great drinks! Shout out to Princess and Ricky! Always a good time when they are working!“

“Fantastic cocktail bar! We had delicious drinks and food! The salt and vinegar chickpeas were fantastic! So was the Bahn Mi! We are visiting from out of town and the owner was so kind to tell us about the area and some entertaining stories about his life! He told us the history of the building as well! 10/10 recommend this place or cool vibes, unique cocktail, and delicious food!“

“I love to eat here the food is so good and the staff is friendly I just love this place“

“We visited this renovated food hall on our way out of Birmingham. The space itself is really cool and features some great food options. I had the poke and a bubble tea, which were both delicious. There is seating inside the hall and in the attractive patio space outside. Fun spot for a quick lunch!“

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Every time I dine at Jinsei I have had the pleasure of being served by Kevin. I can’t say enough about what a fantastic experience I have every single time! Kevin is always smiling and has a genuine enthusiasm that instantly made us feel welcome.

Not only is Kevin a master at providing excellent service, but his friendly demeanor and engaging conversation always makes our dining experience even more enjoyable. It’s rare to find someone who combines professionalism with such a personable touch.

If you’re at Jinsei Sushi, ask for Kevin! His outstanding service will elevate your meal and leave you wanting to return again and again. Thank you, Kevin, for making our visits so memorable!“

“Food and drinks were amazing! Victoria (bartender) was so friendly. Atmosphere was perfect. I'm stuck on the lobster roll and baby baked potatoes but everything that I've ever had (wings, salad, lobster Mac, lobster linguine, wings...) has been delicious!“

“We celebrated our friend, Tara's birthday, and it was absolutely perfect! The staff was friendly and inviting (and hyped the birthday girl up), the DJ was on point, the drinks were superb, and there are no words for the food! We could hardly get out the door because the music kept pulling us back in! This place is all it's hyped up to be, and we can't wait to go back!“

“Great service and quick! The pizza was delicious, great sauce and crust, even better pepperoni cups 😍“

“Had a great time here! Had the smoked chicken quesadilla and the strawberry and dragonfruit agua Fresca and it DID NOT disappoint! Had an amazing server (Aspen) who was happy to ensure we enjoyed every aspect of the meal. The booths are a bit uncomfortable because the tables don’t overlap the seats very well, but other than that, this place is a must-try!“

“I was in town for a wedding this weekend and stayed at The Kelly. The hotel is beautiful and the rooms are very spacious for being in a historic building. The price was fantastic for such a nice hotel in a good location. The staff is unbelievably friendly and welcoming. I didn't get the names of the front desk workers but they were absolutely terrific! The valets are some of the best I've ever encountered. Eric, Tory and Thomas went out of their way to be helpful every single time. One evening I accidentally left a bag in the car and Thomas volunteered to go all the way back to the parking garage to get it for me. From now on, when I am in Birmingham I won't be staying anywhere else but The Kelly. I suggest you do too!“

“Amazing food, environment, and service by Cody was awesome!“

“Got there at 10:30 am but they wasn’t open until 11 am. When they did open the server wasn’t there yet so we had to wait 10 minutes. We had two waitress I guess one was training. They immediately got our drinks, I got a can pop and the other two had to go cups. The sampler was $20 👀👀👀 then we ordered two cheeseburgers, and the wing and catfish combo. Burgers was pretty good, catfish was a lil undercooked, chicken wings had a lot of blood in them prior to cooking so the meat was basically brown. The seasoning they put on the food after it’s fried was pretty good. So after two cheeseburgers, a wings and fish combo, and appetizer player our bill was $100?! But I paid it but it just didn’t make sense. Would I come back? Yes to see the atmosphere at night, but I would choose limited items!!

Thanks for the experience with me being from Chicago, but food was mediocre and service was basic!“

“Came here with my daughter for my birthday, we had Amber as our server who was exceptional! She helped us choose a fun drink to celebrate, food was wonderful, and she gave us a free tiramasu for my birthday. Go see Amber at North Italia!!“

“Moon Shine makes magic happen! We got engaged here at sunset and it was absolutely perfect. The sunset view was gorgeous, the servers (specifically Pickles, I sadly didn’t get anyone else’s names but they were all great) were precious and so nice, the pizza was delicious, the drinks, the hospitality… I could go on and on! Beautiful place. 10/10! Thank you Moon Shine!!!“