47 Best Southern Restaurants near Hoover

“My favorite Ashley Mac’s meal is the pimento grilled cheese (topped with poppy’s pickles), broccoli slaw, and a slice of strawberry cake. It always hits the spot! I also love that I can order ahead online to avoid a longer wait time during busy hours.“

“Love everything about this place. The atmosphere, menu selection, cocktails and wine list are always amazing. Love that everything is seasonal. The live music on weekends is a nice touch as well. Must try Rodney’s key lime pie and the Kathleen’s cosmo martini!“

“A wonderful hidden gem, the food was fantastic. Service was fantastic atmosphere was spot on perfect, great place. I highly recommend.“

“Great experience as usual! Evan was very cheerful and a delight!“

“Just had Biscuit Belly for the first time and it was great! Fire in your belly chicken biscuit is what I tried and it was very tasty. I will be back!“

“The Riverchase location has the friendliest drive thru ladies. They actually talk to you, it's always a great experience.“

“Barbecue has always been top notch. I stop every time going through Birmingham. Might be busy, might be slow, be patient and nice, it’s worth it!“

“Great food and service.“

“I had an issue with my pick up order left a review. They called the next day and the manager was absolutely amazing at correcting the issue and making it right! Definitely the best customer service I have had from a restaurant in a long time!“

“We had an incredible experience! Bailey gave us fantastic recommendations, and every dish she suggested was absolutely delicious. The Iberico Presa is definitely going to be one of my go-to choices from now on. Richard, our server, was outstanding and made the evening even better. We can’t wait to come back!“

“Great service and food is always good.“

“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.“

“Love the chicken pot pie, it is delicious and the big rolls like I used to get in our schools lunch, delicious.“

“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!“

“First time visiting and it was delicious. Friendly staff and lots of vegetarian options. 🥰“

“Great food and atmosphere ! And the Ashley Mac Burger (only served on Friday and Saturday) is well worth the wait !“

“My fist time eating lunch today and it was fantastic!“

“Clean, modern restaurant. Service was great. The menu had great choices and our meals were on point. Great food. Would definitely caviar again when in the area.“

“I been dreaming about them turkey 🦃 legs 🍗 & the 🌽 CORN ‼️omg I could eat the whole can lol 😋🤤.. . .BEST I'VE EVER HAD.. . #IHIGHLY RECOMMEND 🥰🤟🏽“

“I work for The Dinner Detective and this venue hosts us 2-4 times a month. I cannot brag on the staff enough! From Todd at the door knowing each one of us and doing anything he can to help, to the front desk staff willing to print things for us or locate someone if we need them, to Bill always smiling and being friendly. But the real MVP’s are Jarvis and Damien with the staff that serves the meals and makes sure our guests receive the best experience during dinner. Damien is always there and works so hard. He knows his stuff and makes sure we have everything we need. Jarvis is so friendly and helpful. He has been so patient and dedicated as we have worked in this new partnership and has helped us troubleshoot and work through things all with a smile on his face. Without Damien and Jarvis, we would have been in a mess a few different times. They are amazing! ❤️❤️❤️❤️“

“Best chicken salad Ive had with various selections of flavors. Love it“

“A former college teammate of mine took my son and I to this fabulous steak and seafood place. The food was great and the historical atmosphere added to the fantastic food. Plan to bring my wife here on my next trip down south. I know she will love it!“

“The staff were so friendly and welcoming! And the food was AMAZING! And that sweet tea 🤤🤤! I definitely recommend Craft’s!“

“Went with my wife and had an incredible experience. The atmosphere was beautiful, the food was excellent, and the service was top-notch. Everything exceeded expectations — a true 5-star experience. We will absolutely be coming back.“

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

“I enjoyed my Birthday lunch with some friends here a couple of days ago. Everything I had was delicious! I can’t wait for another reason to enjoy another meal there!!! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟“

“Great food and really awesome atmosphere!“

“I order pickup from here regularly and it is always a pleasant experience. The food is so good, my go to is the rib sandwich. The ribs are smoky and tender with just the right amount of seasoning. For the price you get a large amount of food. The staff are always smiling and friendly which rounds out an overall great experience.“

“Love this place! Came in for breakfast while in town and had a wonderful experience. My waitress was Anna and she was very attentive and knowledgeable of the menu and very friendly! Will be back again!!“

“We have used Meals by Misty for the past couple of years for men's fishing trip in Venice louisiana. We ship it all down there cold and it is excellent after it is heated up we thoroughly enjoy it and I've done it again for this trip that we're going on October 25“

“The staff were so friendly and welcoming! And the food was AMAZING! And that sweet tea 🤤🤤! I definitely recommend Craft’s!“

“This is good old, down home, Cajun cooking. The seafood is fresh and served up hot, the po boys and muffulettas are tasty, and the beer is good and cold.“

“First time at this restaurant. Great food and great customer service. You blink and you'll drive right by it. Some great restaurants come in small sizes! I'll be going back. Shrimp and Grits were very good. Peach pie was off the chain. Trying the Ox Tails next!“

“Gotta say a big thank you to Jim ‘n Nick’s BBQ in Athens, GA. I drove through there, hoping to get the awesome sounding baked potato that is described on their menu. After ordering my kiddo’s chicken fingers, I asked for the potato only to be told they had run out of them for the night. 😞 when I pulled up to pick up our food,  the chef (Matt) had found out that I had really wanted a potato and so he gave me one for free. That makes potato might’ve been part of his employee meal he was taking home. I don’t know but that gentleman made my night.  by the way, the potato is very good, but the service was even better!“

“We go about every two weeks or so. Love the atmosphere, the food and especially the servers and staff. They remember our names and what we like. Shout out to Becky, Brooklynn, Cody, Alex, Conner, Manager Heather, and many others that do great stuff behind the scenes.“

“Just know that you have to be ready to start ordering before you even get to the steam table. They will point at you and ask what meat you want. Be prepared to decide quickly as you go down the line. DO NOT BE ON YOUR PHONE! I know this sounds harsh but this is how they are able get a lot of people fed. They have a large selection and everything is delicious.“

“Green Acres is practically an institution at this point and for good reason. The food is amazing, the service is friendly (its not always quick, but the lines are crazy for a reason), and did i mention the food is amazing?
If you're ever in the birmingham metro, Green Acres is as necessary a stop as the Statue of Liberty or the Golden Gate Bridge. If you think I'm exaggerating, you just haven't had the food yet.“

“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!“

“Gotta say a big thank you to Jim ‘n Nick’s BBQ in Athens, GA. I drove through there, hoping to get the awesome sounding baked potato that is described on their menu. After ordering my kiddo’s chicken fingers, I asked for the potato only to be told they had run out of them for the night. 😞 when I pulled up to pick up our food,  the chef (Matt) had found out that I had really wanted a potato and so he gave me one for free. That makes potato might’ve been part of his employee meal he was taking home. I don’t know but that gentleman made my night.  by the way, the potato is very good, but the service was even better!“

“I made a trip of 20 miles just to get family loaded baker potatoes and my lick they were out and wait time was 30 mins. Well I waited and when they were ready a young lady came out and let me know. Can’t complain about service. And Im glad I waited, it was worth it. Even though I forgot my sons corn on cob he forgave me.“

“I made a trip of 20 miles just to get family loaded baker potatoes and my lick they were out and wait time was 30 mins. Well I waited and when they were ready a young lady came out and let me know. Can’t complain about service. And Im glad I waited, it was worth it. Even though I forgot my sons corn on cob he forgave me.“

“Kudo's to this Full Moon BBQ place in Pelham. To us it is the best of all of them and we have tried a number of them in our area. Generous food portions, delicious BBQ- hot and ready to go for us. This customer experience was very pleasing. I hope they can keep it up!“

“This place is for foodies, not for people looking for vibes.

Our expectations hit rock bottom once we saw it was attached to a hotel, but I'm happy to admit we were so, so wrong!

The food was extremely good. Basic fine dining selection, but done with excellence. Each item, from the drinks, to the appetizers, the entree, and the dessert were all done with finess and exactness that made it a great experience.

We were here for valentines day and we can't wait to try the full menu a different night.“

“Amazing food . Great staff!!“

“Great meal at Pelham, Al restaurant. Service was attentive and pleasant. Chicken fried perfectly.“

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

“great food and service!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!“