Our recent dinner at Streetside Seafood in downtown Birmingham was an unforgettable experience! Nestled on Pierce Street, this intimate spot boasts a cozy, nautical-inspired vibe with exposed brick, soft lighting, and a welcoming bar area, perfect for a romantic evening or special night out. It's upscale yet relaxed, making it feel like a hidden treasure in the heart of the city.
For my entree, I chose the Pepper Crusted Filet Mignon with Lobster Tail, and it was sheer perfection! The filet was incredibly tender, with a bold pepper crust and rich port wine mushroom demi-glace, served alongside Brussels sprouts and mashed potatoes. The added lobster tail was succulent and buttery, creating an indulgent surf-and-turf combination that highlighted the freshness and quality of their ingredients. My partner opted for the Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes as her main dish, and they were outstanding, packed with sweet, lump crab meat, lightly breaded for a crispy exterior, and served with house-made tartar sauce and fresh sides. Every bite was flavorful and satisfying, without any unnecessary fillers.
The service truly made the evening special; our waitress Chris was amazing! She was attentive, knowledgeable about the menu. Her warm personality and efficiency made us feel welcomed and cared for throughout.
While prices are on the premium side, the exceptional quality, portions, and overall experience make it well worth it.
If you're in Birmingham craving fresh, creative seafood, Streetside Seafood is the place to go. We'll be returning soon!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Royce Sullivan
Service slow, food under par, staff were grumpy
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Jillian Wanner
The service was great they really helped us learn about the menu and matched it with wine. The food was yummy and the oysters were great. The raw and cooked oysters were very tasty. Definitely come here for a good seafood experience
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jason Roth
My wife and I had an amazing experience! It was our first time dining here and we will definitely be back. The service was awesome and the food was fantastic. My wife got the swordfish tacos and I had the shrimp linguine pasta and a cup of New England clam chowder. We also had the Greek calamari as an appetizer, which was also very good. I really liked the relaxed pace in which the courses came out as well as the staff working like a team to make sure the service was excellent.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Blackened Fish Tacos, Bread Sticks
Lydia Ronner
Love streetside seafood, one of our favorites places to eat . Tonight my husband said; “I’m going to be adventurous and try the shrimp/lobster burger”… boy was it fabulous. We always get the best crab cakes and I always get the crab/cucumber soup in the summer. So good! Donna our server was amazing, we also love Josh !
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Christina Allison De Bruin
Exceelent food, top notch service and the best cocktails! Everything is great, but their cocktails, soup, salad and bread is what I crave and keeps me coming back year after year! A proud patron since 2006!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Doug Livezey
loud inside
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jean Brooks
Everything was great. The food, crab cakes~lobster bisque~blue cheese cole slaw~perch ~salmon with potatoes and asparagus. Our waitress, Jess, was friendly, attentive, and made great suggestions. If we're ever in this area again, we will stop by. NOTE: even the manager was informative, helpful, and attentive. Streetside Seafood of Birmingham was amazing and even the atmosphere was inviting.
Lobster Bisque with Bread is 10/10. I also get the Market Salad and Crab Cakes. The food here is fantastic. I come here whenever I'm in Birmingham.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
C B
I couldn't wait to try this place because the menu looked amazing. Bummed - the food was pretty underwhelming. Fish cooked well, but lacked seasoning. Shouldnt need dips to give food taste. Water glasses have to be frequently refilled because the small skinny glass is empty after a few sips.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 4
Mark Skosich
I really liked this spot. Relaxed atmosphere, staff were very relatable and friendly, and the food was excellent.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
EDOARDO CRIVELLO
Very fresh seafood, the shrimp cocktail and crab claws were delicious. Their wine and alcohol selection were very nice. The waitor was extremely accommodating. The only complaint is that the green beans and potatoes served with the lobster were bland, seemingly just boiled and salted. A bit disappointing for one of the most expensive dishes on the menu (the lobster itself was great).
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Max Folsom
Great staff, fresh food, exceptional service. I can’t say more positive things about Streetside. They also have non-seafood options, vegan options, and gluten-free options so there’s really a dish for anyone and everyone. The atmosphere of the restaurant is great, not too big, good music, and positive vibes. Whether you’re at the bar, in the back, or on the patio Streetside will be sure to exceed your expectations. I’d recommend it for a date, but it’s also perfect for a friendly get together or a business meeting during the day. Do yourself a favor and try it! The only thing to be aware of is that they do not take reservations so try to get there early because it fills up every night. A special shout out to Julia for going above and beyond for us (and every other table from the looks of it)!
Our recent dinner at Streetside Seafood in downtown Birmingham was an unforgettable experience! Nestled on Pierce Street, this intimate spot boasts a cozy, nautical-inspired vibe with exposed brick, soft lighting, and a welcoming bar area, perfect for a romantic evening or special night out. It's upscale yet relaxed, making it feel like a hidden treasure in the heart of the city.
For my entree, I chose the Pepper Crusted Filet Mignon with Lobster Tail, and it was sheer perfection! The filet was incredibly tender, with a bold pepper crust and rich port wine mushroom demi-glace, served alongside Brussels sprouts and mashed potatoes. The added lobster tail was succulent and buttery, creating an indulgent surf-and-turf combination that highlighted the freshness and quality of their ingredients. My partner opted for the Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes as her main dish, and they were outstanding, packed with sweet, lump crab meat, lightly breaded for a crispy exterior, and served with house-made tartar sauce and fresh sides. Every bite was flavorful and satisfying, without any unnecessary fillers.
The service truly made the evening special; our waitress Chris was amazing! She was attentive, knowledgeable about the menu. Her warm personality and efficiency made us feel welcomed and cared for throughout.
While prices are on the premium side, the exceptional quality, portions, and overall experience make it well worth it.
If you're in Birmingham craving fresh, creative seafood, Streetside Seafood is the place to go. We'll be returning soon!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Service slow, food under par, staff were grumpy
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
The service was great they really helped us learn about the menu and matched it with wine. The food was yummy and the oysters were great. The raw and cooked oysters were very tasty. Definitely come here for a good seafood experience
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
My wife and I had an amazing experience! It was our first time dining here and we will definitely be back. The service was awesome and the food was fantastic. My wife got the swordfish tacos and I had the shrimp linguine pasta and a cup of New England clam chowder. We also had the Greek calamari as an appetizer, which was also very good. I really liked the relaxed pace in which the courses came out as well as the staff working like a team to make sure the service was excellent.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Blackened Fish Tacos, Bread Sticks
Love streetside seafood, one of our favorites places to eat . Tonight my husband said; “I’m going to be adventurous and try the shrimp/lobster burger”… boy was it fabulous.
We always get the best crab cakes and I always get the crab/cucumber soup in the summer. So good!
Donna our server was amazing, we also love Josh !
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Exceelent food, top notch service and the best cocktails! Everything is great, but their cocktails, soup, salad and bread is what I crave and keeps me coming back year after year! A proud patron since 2006!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
loud inside
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Everything was great. The food, crab cakes~lobster bisque~blue cheese cole slaw~perch ~salmon with potatoes and asparagus. Our waitress, Jess, was friendly, attentive, and made great suggestions. If we're ever in this area again, we will stop by. NOTE: even the manager was informative, helpful, and attentive. Streetside Seafood of Birmingham was amazing and even the atmosphere was inviting.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Love itttt ♡♡
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Stuffy staff. Go to Elies instead
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Restaurantji Recommends
Lobster Bisque with Bread is 10/10. I also get the Market Salad and Crab Cakes. The food here is fantastic. I come here whenever I'm in Birmingham.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I couldn't wait to try this place because the menu looked amazing. Bummed - the food was pretty underwhelming. Fish cooked well, but lacked seasoning. Shouldnt need dips to give food taste. Water glasses have to be frequently refilled because the small skinny glass is empty after a few sips.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 4
I really liked this spot. Relaxed atmosphere, staff were very relatable and friendly, and the food was excellent.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Very fresh seafood, the shrimp cocktail and crab claws were delicious. Their wine and alcohol selection were very nice. The waitor was extremely accommodating. The only complaint is that the green beans and potatoes served with the lobster were bland, seemingly just boiled and salted. A bit disappointing for one of the most expensive dishes on the menu (the lobster itself was great).
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Great staff, fresh food, exceptional service. I can’t say more positive things about Streetside. They also have non-seafood options, vegan options, and gluten-free options so there’s really a dish for anyone and everyone. The atmosphere of the restaurant is great, not too big, good music, and positive vibes.
Whether you’re at the bar, in the back, or on the patio Streetside will be sure to exceed your expectations. I’d recommend it for a date, but it’s also perfect for a friendly get together or a business meeting during the day. Do yourself a favor and try it! The only thing to be aware of is that they do not take reservations so try to get there early because it fills up every night. A special shout out to Julia for going above and beyond for us (and every other table from the looks of it)!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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