50 Best American Restaurants near Gardendale

“Y'all um at hamburger heaven eating breakfast. When I tell y'all this food is delicious. The gravy and biscuits is super delicious. Our server was super patient with us because we couldn't make up our mind because everything sounded delicious. If y'all in the gardendale area and y'all get hongry stop on by hamburger heaven for breakfast lunch and dinner with their full menu all day (I think). Blessing love and safety to all.

Mattie“

“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“

“6/18/25 we ate here at the Longhorn in Gardendale Alabama restaurant for our anniversary and everything was great. We did not have to wait for a booth , took right back and were seated. Brittney let us know that Joseph would be right there in a minute or two and he was. Thank you Brittney. !!
Joseph was right there in about 2 minutes. He was very helpful on drinks we were asking about. Joseph and Brittney were very polite and helpful. Longhorn needs more waiters/ waitress like these two . Thank you for their kindness and hospitality“

“Was across the street at gas station when I noticed all these cars going in and out so I had to find out and the food was pretty good for my first time always had the Milo's tea . The only thing I was disappointed about was the shake machine was down. That's what I really wanted to try with burger. No shake minus 1 star.“

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

“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!“

“I want to give you a hug to for making delicious, gluten free comfort food! It’s so nice to dine and enjoy our meal without the worry of if it is safe. Thank you!!“

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

“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!“

“Very good place and friendly staff.“

“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!“

“Locally owned, hole in the wall venue, friendly service, amazing breakfast! Highly recommend anyone in the area to stop by and visit at least once. The fried pork chop and egg breakfast is second to none. The western or meat lovers omelette is absolutely delicious! The French toast is not for the diabetic with its extremely flavorful cinnamon and powdered sugar topping. Another recommended breakfast choice is asking for grilled toast, you'll think me later!
If you live close or traveling through, you need to visit our friends over at the cedar house and experience the local food!“

“Fun place with friendly staff.“

“Try the philly cheese steak! So good!“

“Gus' Hot Dogs has survived for a long time and it's because of the loyalty of the many patrons. The menu offers many options and all is delicious! The chili dog is unique as the chili looks like beef dog sauce but it has a rich, chili flavor. Please try one or many!!“

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

“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.“

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

“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.“

“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.“

“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.“

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

“Consistently good food at a reasonable price.“

“Voted by Mountain Brook Family Living magazine as the 2024 people's choice award #1 place to take all your kids and go get sh*tfaced hammered while day drinking! Congrats!!!!! =)“

“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..“

“Great food and service :)“

“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!!“

“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.“

“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.“

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

“Good soul food. Always hits the spot.“

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

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

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

“I recommend TP's bar and grill“

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

“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.“

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

“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.“

“muy rica la comida 😋 👌 buen servicio se come muy rico carnitas menudo tortillas echas a mano“

“Danita was amazing, very personable, and considerate although we were there in town for a family funeral she made us feel comforted with her presence....what a Joy she is! Thank you so much Danita and your Milo's staff that went above and beyond all with smiling faces! Couldn't have loved it more!! ❤️“

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

“Best wings I’ve had in a long time! The owner was very hospitable and quick to allow me to try sauces, the lava is insanely good! Keep up the great work. -lifetime customer“

“Love this store, was very Clean and the staff goes beyond to keep you Satisfied!! I drive all the way from Gadsden, Al just to eat here at least 1 time a week. When i tell you my fries or ALWAYS HOT AND MY BURGER IS ALWAYS SO FRESH… AMAZING PLACE TO EAT AND SO DELICIOUS ♥️?“

“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.“