Over the years, Mountain Brook has been referred to as the happiest place to live in Alabama. One of the main reasons why is because it’s such an affluent place. Most everyone who lives in this town do so in the highest of luxury. In addition to having extreme wealth, short city commutes, and some of the most beautiful natural scenery in Alabama, there are plenty of other reasons why Mountain Brook makes people so happy. To learn about Mountain Brook, in addition to some of the reasons why the town makes people happy, take a look below.

Mountain Brook is a suburb of Birmingham, Alabama and is one of America's wealthiest places to live. With such a low violent crime rate, it's also one of the safest places.
Mountain Brook, AL, USA
flickr/Dystopos
It's also home to one of the state's most charming shopping districts: Mountain Brook Village. This special section of town offers a variety of stores you won't find anywhere else.
Gilchrist, 2805 Cahaba Rd, Mountain Brook, AL 35223, USA
flickr/Dystopos
There's also some pretty amazing restaurants in Mountain Brook, including Chez Lulu. Chez Lulu is a French-style bistro with some of the tastiest food you'll ever eat.
Chez Lulu, 1911 Cahaba Rd, Birmingham, AL 35223, USA
flickr/Ralph Daily
Following your meal, you'll want to walk next door to one of the best bakeries in Alabama: Continental Bakery. This bakery sells a variety of authentic French pastries that are sure to satisfy any sweet tooth.
Continental Bakery, 1909 Cahaba Rd, Birmingham, AL 35223, USA
google maps

Related Stories

The Perfect Spring Getaway In Alabama Starts With One Of These 9 Picture-Perfect Airbnbs

The Perfect Spring Getaway In Alabama Starts With One Of These 9 Picture-Perfect Airbnbs

 You'll Never Look At Donuts The Same Way After Trying Sons Donuts And Pops In Alabama

You'll Never Look At Donuts The Same Way After Trying Sons Donuts And Pops In Alabama

 Best Waterfalls in Alabama: 12 Local Favorites & Hidden Gems

Best Waterfalls in Alabama: 12 Local Favorites & Hidden Gems
While driving through Mountain Brook, you can't help but notice all of the beautiful homes, which also happen to be some of the most expensive in Alabama.
flickr/Dystopos
When it comes to the outdoors, Mountain Brook's most popular landmark is the Old Mill, which is located on the bank of Shades Creek in Jemison Park. Over the years, Jemison Park has become a popular spot for jogging, bird watching, and having picnics.
The Old Mill, 2780 Mountain Brook Pkwy, Birmingham, AL 35223, USA
wikimedia commons/Robert Donovan
If you don't currently reside in Mountain Brook, but you plan to visit, a great place for an overnight stay is the Grand Bohemian Hotel Mountain Brook. This boutique hotel is one of the best places in Alabama to book a getaway.
Grand Bohemian Hotel Mountain Brook, Autograph Collection, 2655 Lane Park Rd, Birmingham, AL 35223, USA
tripadvisor/Management
If you don't plan to stay the night, you can always visit the hotel to have cocktails on its whimsical rooftop. What could be better than that?
tripadvisor/Management
For more information about Mountain Brook, you can view The City of Mountain Brook website.

Have you ever visited, or currently reside in, Mountain Brook, Alabama? If so, what do you think about it? Please share your thoughts with us in the comments below.

For more information about Continental Bakery, be sure to take a look at the following article: Sink Your Teeth Into Authentic French Pastries At Continental Bakery In Alabama. Note: As always, call to verify current hours prior to your visit.

OnlyInYourState may earn compensation through affiliate links in this article. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.

Related Articles