41 Best American Restaurants near Chelsea

“This Huddle House has really upped its game after the Waffle House opened across the highway! The quality of the food has gotten way better, especially the biscuits & gravy, pancakes, and scrambled! They're now open at 6:00 am daily and service is always friendly and quick. It's also cleaner that it's ever been. It's now our go-to place for breakfast!“

“Don’t really do hot dogs from a b&m especially when I’m on the road for work. (On the road as I live in Florida) But today I was. I stopped to get gas and decided I wanted hot dogs and lord did god answer me lol I saw the sign for sneaky Pete’s and decided to give them a try. If I’m being honest I really didn’t have high hopes or expectations for them. I couldn’t have been more wrong. The pricing and menu options were absolutely amazing considering that they specialize in hotdogs. They also had burgers which looked out of this world. I got the 2 spicy Pete’s and another one I don’t remember the name but it had EVERYTHING on there and let me tell you. These were the best hotdogs I’ve ever had in my life. Not over or under cooked. Fresh. Ingredients were quality and flavorful. If you’re just passing through or live in the area and don’t feel like cooking or want hotdogs, I whole heartedly suggest coming to sneaky Pete’s. I guarantee you won’t be disappointed. If I’m ever in the area again, this’ll be the first place I stop.“

“the bride and I were in for a lunch after an appt and were headed Home. stopped by and were treated extra well. service food and manager checking on us to make sure we were taking care of. great place to relax and enjoy a meal thank you.“

“They have the friendliest drive through staff and super fast!! I have been one time at lunch where I had to wait on chicken, but a large group had come in before me. Love their biscuits-Cajun filet with pimento cheese is so good! Thank you!“

“Chance was good and the food was great!“

“We love Oak House! Amazing food and atmosphere. It’s our go to date night spot since moving to the area.“

“Ashley Mac’s Kitchen is a Birmingham favorite for a reason—it delivers comforting, Southern-inspired food that feels homemade but polished. From the moment you walk in, the atmosphere is bright, welcoming, and relaxed, making it an easy choice for lunch with friends, a quick solo meal, or picking up dinner to take home.

The menu is packed with reliable crowd-pleasers. The chicken salad is a standout—fresh, flavorful, and perfectly balanced—while the poppyseed chicken remains a signature dish that keeps people coming back. Salads are crisp and generously portioned, and the sandwich options are hearty without feeling heavy. One of Ashley Mac’s biggest strengths is its grab-and-go market, offering fresh and frozen meals that are ideal for busy nights when you still want something that tastes homemade.“

“Longtime family favorite! Ashley Mac's has been a part of our family meals for so long and is so well loved that my oldest son has asked if I'm going to send the poppyseed chicken with him when I send him meals and care packages for college! He's only in 10th grade, but he's already thinking about how he can make sure he doesn't miss out on poppyseed chicken night!“

“We love this restaurant and had a phenomenal experience on 2 different occasions. Today they did a fantastic job for our son's birthday. The food was amazing and the staff is so friendly. The atmosphere is cozy and beautiful. We definitely will make this our place to escape from the average dining places.“

“Breakfast was great and prices nice .“

“Great food and really awesome atmosphere!“

“What a staff, Leslie , Lizzy and Monty killing it today .“

“Exquisite community, exceptional homes. Especially one revisioned by master remodeler, Jason Thomas 👌“

“Grilled or fried Chicken salad is the best!! Kids love the ice cream too!! Good gravy biscuits and fun signs to read!“

“The food is certainly good, but I definitely don’t recommend the Down Home. It’s an insultingly tiny amount of food. My wife and I both laughed when the server set it down in front of me—$13 for a main course smaller than most appetizers.“

“Ate here for the first time today. It was very fresh and delicious! Restaurant was very clean also. We will be back to try the delicious custard.“

“So I placed my order after a recommendation from a friend. I was initially pissed off because I was charged $3.99 + service fees for delivery through door dash which should have been zero for a first time order. Then the resturant charged me $7.00 for a order change so that my brother could be happy. I say all this to say they did a outstanding job, the only thing that could make this sweeter is to give my brother another compli army meal free of charge anything off the menu with of course revisions to fit his tastes.“

“Great food and a fancy experience that is very high touch and low worry!“

“I have been a Milos fan since I was a kid. We would go to the 1 in Roebuck after soccer games and the 1 in Irondale during the time there. Now in Cahaba Heights I can walk to the place. My Mother would get burgers to go back to Florida when they lived down south. Never ate a burger and fries that tasted bad.“

“On Saturday, April 5, 2025, I had my retirement dinner at Culinary Dropout. There were twenty people in my party. Our server Natalie was a "little dynamo". Even the restaurant was crowded due prom season, she got all drink orders promptly. The starters orders arrived soon after. Then the entrees. She was there for drink refills and other requests. She handled the situation with grace, kindness and professionalism. Her and the other wait staff were truly exceptional. The bartenders got drink orders promptly and made to protection. They made my 25 year retirement celebration truly awesome! I will definitely book any future events with this amazing restaurant. Kudos!!!!“

“We ate here for the 2nd time today. Great food, drinks, and service. Definitely a preference when passing through the area.“

“Great service and food is always good.“

“Even got a cool 😎 magic show! Everyone was friendly! Good food.“

“East 59 Cafe in Lee Branch is my favorite spot for a coffee, lunch or even alone time. I have had several birthday parties held here and will continue to go to them. Thank you always for the kindness shown to my son, daughter and I. All the best!“

“I went there for the first time today,I enjoyed a delightful mimosa and had the most amazing breakfast sandwiches in my entire life! The service,atmosphere,and food is amazing!!“

“Love observing people bring their vision and craft to life. The atmosphere, team, and food they’ve passionately brought to life in this space is inspiring.“

“We had a wonderful experience at On Tap Sports Cafe Liberty Park! We were traveling and wanted to catch a Premier League match. The staff was so kind and attentive, and even made sure the sound was on (huge bonus for me). The food was very good and they had many drink options. Definitely recommend this place for locals and out-of-towners. Thank you so much!“

“Great place to meet friends or take the family. Love their wings, burgers, and queso. Atmosphere makes me think of an Irish pub. Great waitstaff. Very friendly. Always on my list of hangouts!“

“The food is great and so is the service! We visit frequently to catch up with friends and clients.“

“Favorite place of ours to spend a Friday or Saturday night! Great bar tenders and great company!“

“Flatbread was amazing. Lamb steak was best steak my husband had ever eaten. The filet was perfect. Loved the mashed and broccolini as well. Turtle cheesecake and peanut butter pie desserts were perfect ending. Pricing was very good!! Will definitely recommend and will be back.“

“my boyfriend & i ate lunch and had a great experience. the waitress was very friendly and extremely fast and helpful. we will be back.“

“The Homewood location is fantastic. Food was great, quick service, extremely clean and tidy! I had only ever been to Irondale, but we were in the area and decided to stop in for lunch. The customer service was top notch!“

“Breakfast always good and prompt. Coffee is hot and plentiful. Service is 5 star. Highly recommend Rebecca Whitmire!“

“Entire staff exuberantly said Welcome to Waffle House when my husband and I walked in this morning! As soon as our order was put in, the cooks were on it and our food was ready in minutes! It was such a nice experience waiting for our food. Now headed home to enjoy Waffle house goodness! Keep being great good people! WAR EAGLE!“

“If I could give more than five stars, I would. This place really knows what it’s doing. The food ranks among the best I’ve had, and the whole setting feels ideal for a date night or a business dinner.

The atmosphere leans upscale, so it’s the kind of spot where business casual, Sunday best, or slightly dressier attire fits right in. Prices are on the higher side, but for a special occasion it’s absolutely worth it. The wait staff are polished, attentive, and very professional, which ties the entire experience together.“

“Milo’s Hamburgers is a Birmingham staple that represents classic Alabama fast food at its best. It’s not flashy or complicated—just consistent, comforting, and unmistakably local. The burgers are thin, juicy, and drenched in Milo’s signature sweet-and-tangy sauce, a flavor that instantly sets it apart from national chains. It’s messy, nostalgic, and exactly what longtime fans expect.

The crinkle-cut fries are crispy and salty, making them the perfect side, and Milo’s sweet tea is almost as famous as the burgers themselves—strong, sweet, and refreshing. The menu stays simple, which keeps service fast and efficient, even during busy lunch hours. The casual, no-frills atmosphere makes it an easy stop whether you’re grabbing a quick bite or sitting down for a relaxed meal.“

“Nasty bathrooms. Plus the service was lacking. She looked like it was her accident“

“Best pork-chop EVER!! And our server Mary Kay gave us top notch service! She was truly Amazing!“

“Just moved to Alabama from Florida. What a wonderful find this Cheesecake Factory was. As much as we love Southern Cooking here in Alabama, there is just so much Fried Food and BBQ a person can eat. Cheesecake Factory has an amazing variety of food and every Cheesecake Factory restaurant we have eaten in are always consistent. I’ll give this Bham find five stars⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“We have been dining at Longhorn for many years. Tonight our experience wasn't as smooth as expected. My server, Isaac was great. Very personable, knowledgeable and tended to us perfectly. First off my husband ordered a drink from the bar. He waited at least 15 minutes to get it. We watched the bartender waiting on several tables for the entire time we were watching completely ignoring our servers request to fill his drink orders. We were not the only ones waiting. Shame on her. Then upon questioning our server about the bartenders here we learned something I found very frustrating and unfair. You see, most of the bar tenders that work at this location behave the same as this lady did tonight. Does not get in any hurry to fill drink orders from the servers. We were informed that Longhorns servers, by the restaurants policy, takes 15% of every servers earned tips to share with the bartender and the host. Mind you, not every table orders drinks from the bar and yet the servers have to pay them. These bartenders do not earn that. Especially when they take their sweet slow time with making drink orders for the servers. I also learned they only pay host $5 an hour. How stingy of the restaurant to do that to their employees. They need to pay hosts minimum wage and stop expecting the servers to pay them out of their hard earned money. After all, servers are only paid about $2.13 hr from the restaurant. Bartenders should not get any pay from the servers pockets unless the servers want to do so. But these servers have no choice. They are forced to pay.
My next complaint was the ribeye my husband ordered as medium. It came to the table well done. So thin a piece, very tough to cut through. Isaac took it back to the kitchen with our request to cook it medium rare in hopes it would make it back out at least medium. It turned out to be correctly cooked at medium rare this time, but still a thin tough steak. Not worth $26.79.
Now that we know how Longhorn takes money from the servers to help them pay other staff we will no longer put tips on credit cards. We will be giving our tips in cash.“