50 Best American Restaurants near Gardendale

“It's in the middle of the city basically and, they do give military discounts so I got 15% off military discount babe I mean the food's not to die for but the food is good, it's better than you can make it home, but it's expensive. And I mean I believe that it's more expensive than your average restaurant, I mean it's not McDonald's either so, you get better food for the same price then you would at McDonald's but it's still $20 to go in there and eat and so I just think that that's getting too expensive I guess it's comparable to anywhere else, but it's still ridiculous“

“Great food, fabulous service, and friendly faces! And, they stay open later!“

“A large group of us came in before closing and the waiter was excellent. He tried his best to accommodate each person in our group. He was very kind and friendly.“

“Stopped here tonight on the way back from talladega. Food was good. Sammie was my waitress. She was super friendly, and nice“

“Awesome food and better to me than Cracker Barrel’s breakfast 🍳 !“

“The crew found out it was our first time at Milos and went out of their way to greet us, explain the history of the franchise and offered a sampler of fries/tenders/sauces to see what we liked without even us asking. You don't see service like this as much anymore. True southern hospitality, thank you!“

“Food was great and Lola our waitress was too!

I didn't know how to make a new review. This place has been great every time we have went and today Kiley took care of us! I hope you see this! You're a kind human being and that goes a long way. Thank you so much for making my sons 13th birthday special!“

“Yes, with the caveat, bring plenty of money. Fish & Chicken meal with a large drink was $16! Also, don't order green beans - they were straight out of the can. Very disappointing.“

“This was our first time and it was absolutely excellent from start to finish! The manager, Brandon, was SO genuinely welcoming and accommodating. Our server, Parker, was flawless and so much fun (request him!). Every dish was perfectly cooked, refined and full of flavor (smoked salmon, fried green tomatoes, fried oysters, rainbow trout, swordfish with andouille, ribeye with truffle fondue). The cocktails and wine all perfect. Will definitely return and want to thank Blueprint for a truly wonderful experience!“

“The service was excellent! Love their gluten free options.❤️“

“Great place to eat! And great environment!! 5 star!“

“Just ate at The White House Restaurant in Warrior, Alabama AGAIN! The food is always delicious! Today we had the seafood special that they have on Saturdays and it was awesome. My husband and I had flounder, shrimp, stuffed crab, hush puppies, coleslaw, and a baked potato. Wow! Scrumptious meal and so much of it that I’m stuffed. Maria was our server this evening and even though the restaurant was packed and super busy she kept a smile on her face while taking care of us and everyone around us. We were super pleased with the service and the food!“

“Very good place and friendly staff.“

“I've been driving past this place for months and thought I needed to try it. Today was the day, Chili Cheese dogs for me and Slaw dogs for a co-worker. Fries and Tots too, both of out meals were good, friendly people behind the counter too. Looks like they have a good variety of other standards for this type of small restaurant. I/we'll be back soon. Thanks Guys.“

“The Cedar House Cafeteria has been in business fourty-nine years in the same location. Throughout the years there have been changes made here and there but the quality of the food and service has always been
remarkable. Stop by and enjoy this iconic landmark and see for yourself what has kept the doors
open all this time. Delicious food, prompt friendly service all at a great price. You will become a regular Cedar House patron too!!“

“Easy access on a corner, this small café is a hidden gem brimming with Southern hospitality. From the moment we walked in, the staff made us feel like family, greeting us with warm smiles and genuine kindness. The food was just as memorable—homestyle classics cooked to perfection, with fresh ingredients and rich flavors that reminded me of a southern, home-cooked meal. Whether you’re stopping by for breakfast or an affordable lunch, this charming spot is the perfect place to relax and savor great food in a welcoming atmosphere. Highly recommend!“

“Fun place with friendly staff.“

“Best lunch in Birmingham.“

“Everything I had was great and fresh the atmosphere and energy was amazing I’ll definitely be back“

“Food is good Fresh as well 10/10“

“We visited from Texas and were pleasantly surprised by the atmosphere and food at Urban Cookhouse. I’d be curious to try other sandwiches, but would definitely pair it with more broccoli salad.

Parking: I walked up to the restaurant, but I did notice plenty of street parking available.“

“I’m a trucker and I’ve been to this place 2 times. N this is some good eating.“

“Try the philly cheese steak! So good!“

“I've been eating Sneaky Pete's hotdog since I was a little kid. The food is great, but it's much more than that. It's more than just a hot dog restaurant, it's a Birmingham icon. Everyone from here and travels through here should have a Sneaky Pete's hot dog.“

“It had been a long time since we had a sneaky Pete's hot dog, so, we stopped at a drive thru at Forestdale. I got two chili cheese 🧀 dogs with fries 🍟, my wife got two sneaky Pete's, and i ate one.of them! They were really good and the 🍟 were hot 🔥 it was just a good lunch! People at.the window were very nice and I could see inside the kitchen, my truck sits really high, it.was.very clean. Give sneaky Pete's a try, I think you will enjoy it! Nuff said..“

“Look past where this place is, it's Birmingham, the whole place sucks, just focus on what you're ordering and don't hand out change. It'll start a feeding frenzy with the locals. Good food from a slept on eatery. Lock your doors when you go in.“

“Highlands Bar and Grill is a culinary masterpiece in Birmingham. From the moment you enter, you’re greeted with warmth and elegance. The menu is a celebration of Southern cuisine with a modern twist. Each dish is a work of art, featuring locally sourced ingredients bursting with flavor. The service is impeccable, and the wine list is extensive. Dining here is an experience that tantalizes the taste buds and nourishes the soul. If you appreciate fine dining and Southern hospitality, Highlands Bar and Grill is a must-visit in Birmingham.“

“Consistently good food at a reasonable price.“

“Annie’s kitchen food overall amazing. I had a brunch catering for graduation. The food was amazing overall 9/10. I would definitely use Annie again. She was professional and quick when it came to responding to messages. Had great team to help her. I would 100% recommend for catering services. Thank you Annie.“

“AMAZING!! Fresh ingredients, great combination of flavors and the bread was outstanding! Highly recommend“

“Great food and service :)“

“Like their food/atmosphere but dang in the last 2-3 weeks their pizzas got smaller! They used be like 16" now they're like 10" and same price and no explanation!!! Disappointed.“

“Amazing !!! Never had a bad meal here !“

“Popped in breakfast at the Harvest, which is located in a hotel. Only one server who was trying to manage 15 tables and doing the best she could, all while maintaining a smile and managing to check on me enough. Got the redmont special with scrambled eggs which were okay, some kind of Alabama sausage which was really good, the seasoned potatoes which were delicious and I just wished I had more of the larger pieces, and the cheese grits which were okay. Overall I liked the breakfast and the area.“

“Food is awsome always fresh & hot made to order 100+ �“

“I had dinner with my wife and friends on 5/2/25 and we had a great meal with perfect service from Leslie!!! I really love the new Avondale location and look forward to my next visit. 5 stars!!“

“Food is good, and won’t break the bank. Dining room is small and crowded so expect a good bit of noise. The soft shell crab bao buns are my favorite.“

“Me and my husband go there alot. Food and service is awesome. Check it out. You won’t be disappointed.“

“Jackie recommended Blue Cheese, I now love Blue Cheese. I have to have it on everything…“

“I recommend TP's bar and grill“

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

“Awesome experience! I love having more options to choose from on this side of town!“

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“There food is delicious I had waffle sausage and egg. The waffle was sweet with a golden brown edges. Sausage was just right and the eggs were fluffy with flavor.“

“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!“

“My husband and I ate 2 hamburgers and shared a fry. Food was delicious. I love the Milo's sauce. The hamburger buns are always toasted so nice. The fries have the cheese flavor and are so good dipped in Milo's sauce. The workers were so kind and friendly. It had a great atmosphere too. The other customers were happy and just generally nice people.“

“Awesome experience! I love having more options to choose from on this side of town!“

“always gets my order right!!!“

“Best service and food it was our first time we will definitely be back!“

“OMGOSH!!!! I ate at Steel City last night (12/21/22) as I am staying on property at the HI. We had a party of six. EVERY ORDER WAS SUPERB!! I had the grilled pork chops, mac and cheese and mashed potatoes! Delicious!!! The pork chops - yes two came on my order - were grilled to perfection! They were great cuts and TENDER! The mac and cheese and the potatoes were both homemade and delightfully seasoned! I almost asked the waiter if the cook was married! I want to carry him home with me!? Two adults in our party had Philly steak and cheese; two children had flatbread pizza - one cheese and one pepperoni - and our 15 year old had a burger with mushrooms EACH PERSON RAVED OVER THEIR MEAL. EVERYTHING WAS GREAT AND NICE PORTIONS!!! We are good cooks and we know good food!!!! Do not think twice - eat at Steel City!!! You will NOT be disappointed!!!! PS We are eating there again today before our flight to Florida?“