Alabama is well known for its delicious food. In fact, just about every type of food you can possibly imagine is served here. One Alabama city that offers a variety of places to eat is Birmingham (below), which was recently named Best Food City in Alabama by Thrillist .
Listed below are seven top-rated restaurants in Birmingham that helped the city earn the incredible honor of becoming the Best Food City in Alabama. You’ll want to try them all!
1. Highlands Bar & Grill
Highlands Bar & Grill specializes in French-inspired, Southern cuisine. In May 2018, it was awarded the prestigious James Beard Foundation Award for "Outstanding Restaurant."
You can visit Highlands Bar & Grill at 2011 11th Ave. S, Birmingham, AL 35205.
2. Post Office Pies
Post Office Pies is located in the Avondale neighborhood of Birmingham. This pizzeria, which is housed inside a former post office, is one of the best in America. You can visit Post Office Pies at 209 41st St. S, Birmingham, AL 35222.
3. Saw's Soul Kitchen
Located next to Post Office Pies is Saw's Soul Kitchen. This tiny restaurant might not look like much, but it serves some of the best barbecue in town. You can visit Saw's Soul Kitchen at 215 41st St. S, Birmingham, AL 35222.
4. The Pizitz Food Hall
The Pizitz Food Hall, which opened in 2017, serves food from all around the world under one roof. From Mexican food and American food, to Ethiopian food and Hawaiian food, there's something for everyone. You can visit The Pizitz Food Hall at 1821 2nd Ave. N, Birmingham, AL 35203.
5. Niki's West Steak & Seafood Restaurant
Niki's West Steak & Seafood Restaurant is a cafeteria-style restaurant that's been in business since 1957. Its old-fashioned, Southern cuisine will most certainly remind you of Grandma's cooking. You can visit Niki's West Steak & Seafood Restaurant at 233 Finley Ave. W, Birmingham, AL 35204.
6. Hot and Hot Fish Club
The Hot and Hot Fish Club is an upscale restaurant that blends French, Southern, and California styles of cooking. It offers an ever-changing menu, and it's the perfect spot for a date night or special occasion. You can visit the Hot and Hot Fish Club at 2180 11th Ct. S, Birmingham, AL 35205.
7. El Barrio Restaurante Y Bar
El Barrio Restaurante Y Bar serves delicious multi-regional Mexican cuisine in a fun setting. It's also one of the best places in "The Magic City" to get tacos. You can visit El Barrio Restaurante Y Bar at 2211 2nd Ave. N, Birmingham, AL 35203.
Have you ever eaten in Birmingham, Alabama? If so, which restaurant is your favorite? Let us know in the comments.
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