21 Best American Restaurants in Birmingham

“I’m so impressed! We had our wedding dinner here, 25 people. The room was such a vibe, they put the table together beautifully, and THE FOOOOOOD 🔥 Everyone was very happy with their meals. The presentation and service were excellent. Our servers Morgan and Shannon were attentive and sooo nice. I would recommend a private event here to anyone. Thank you 220 for a great evening. We’ll be back!“

“Great service, food and atmosphere.“

“Great drinks and night scene. Had a lot of fun their last night.“

“Everything was great. Great musician. Food was good. Drinks were great. Nice ambiance. We did not get served right away, waited 10-15 min to get served. A table that sat after us were attended to first. If not that, I would have left a 30% tip vs 20%.“

“I've been to the restaurant quite a few times and would definitely recommend my friends and family to check it out. The food is amazing.“

“On our latest visit (January 2026), we had an early dinner - try the crispy chicken sandwich (served on a croissant) with kale tobouli. We had a window table and enjoyed the wintery Birmingham streetscape while we dined and drank.. They still have an impressively stocked bar with knowledgeable, personable barkeeps. Try a flight of spirits and explore the full gourmet bar food menu.“

“We had the most amazing Easter brunch at Madam! From the moment we walked in we were greeted with a festive vibe. The warmth and friendliness of the staff (management checked in repeatedly and server Rishikesh was perfect), the delicious food, gorgeous setting of the restaurant, and pictures with the Easter bunny made this a special and memorable holiday. Our party enjoyed short rib sandwiches, lobster rolls, crème brulee French toast, omelettes, eggs benedict and more!“

“On Set. 19, I brought my 96-yr-old mom here for a drink and hors d'oeuvres. I had sent a note on the online reservation form that we would appreciate a quiet table. The receptionist had knowledge of the request without my saying anything, and immediately showed me three locations she thought would suit. I wish I had gotten her name, for management to commend her. (We arrived at 5:15, which should help you know to whom I refer.) We sat in a booth, and our server, Usama, made our nearly 3-hr (!) visit truly joyful and perfect! Again, management - please take note. We agreed that he was the best waiter either of us have ever had - attentive, fun and funny, and going the extra mile in tailoring our drinks to our (sweet-tooth!) tastes, and making us feel welcome and special. This was likely my mom's final "fancy" outing, and I am so grateful to Usama for making it perfect. Kudos also to the chefs. Our 3 dishes were superb - beef tips, shrimp, hummus.“

“Let me just say I didn't actually go in but I placed a special order over the phone. I spoke with Adrienne and it was a great experience. She did a wonderful job, I will absolutely be going in person now.“

“An attentive and friendly staff, premium cocktails, great food and a lovely atmosphere can all be found at The Birmingham Pub!“

“I eaten at Hazel's several times. Each time sitting at the bar. Heather is an awesome bartender. I found that the kitchen can be spotty but the service has always been on point. The happy hour menu, available 3-6 Tuesday through Sunday, is a great deal.“

“A special day. A special night. Couldn't be better. Arranged by our son and daughter. The waiter did everything, except eat our food. The wines were a delight and the steak and salmon were prepared with artistry. He guided us with each entre and the salad was shared by us with dressing aside. Wine, was by the glass and was both red and white and light, semidry and elegant. Our perfect dinner ended the perfect evening. Thank you 220 Merrill for a wonderful 50th.“

“Had an amazing experience at Teuta in Bham! Family owned and family operated. Jacquelin truly made the brunch exceptional. Her warm personality, and genuine care went above and beyond. The food was outstanding, the atmosphere was vibrant yet comfortable, and every member of the staff was friendly and welcoming. You can tell they take pride in creating a top-tier dining experience. Highly recommend, and I’ll definitely be coming back!“

“Always consistently good beer, food, and service. We stop in whenever we're in town.“

“Food is really good. Place could be kept cleaner. Floor food on it dirty. tables and counter by window not wiped after people eat on them.“

“Love this place been coming here for years“

“Always a favorite restaurant for truly delicious (and often more uniquely prepared) food. The butternut squash pasta feature was fantastic, the service was perfectly attentive yet laid back, and the general vibes of the restaurant were relaxing yet elegant. Will return as always.“

“I loved the movie and would like to see it again“

“Great atmosphere and amazing food!! Nothing I don’t love ❤️“

“Company Holiday Party!! Food is always fantastic, and drink service for SO many people in the back room was amazing as always.“

“Fun casual dining- great food, good service!“