Many amazing restaurants are located throughout Alabama. It seems as though every small town or large city has a restaurant that’s well known. Some of these restaurants will even fool you because they don’t look like much from the outside. However, once you sample one of their delicious menu items, it’s a whole different story.

Speaking of amazing restaurants, if you haven’t tried these 15 amazing Alabama restaurants, you have no idea what you’re missing:

1. Chez Fonfon - Birmingham, AL
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Chez Fonfon, a cozy and casual French bistro, serves a variety of delicious French dishes, including steak tartare, escargots and moules et frites. They also have a delicious wine selection. (2007 11th Ave S)
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Pictured: Steak Frites
2. Wishbone Cafe - Montgomery, AL
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Wishbone Cafe serves the best Cajun cuisine outside of the New Orleans region. The Cajun truffles are amazing. (7028 Atlanta Hwy)
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Pictured: Stuffed Truffles
3. Holy Smokes BBQ - Scottsboro, AL
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Without a doubt, Holy Smokes BBQ serves the best barbecue in the Scottsboro area. They're also well known for their delicious sides, including their amazing potato salad. (108 Tupelo Pike)
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Pictured: Rack of Ribs
4. Mediterranean Sandwich Co. - Mobile, AL
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Mediterranean Sandwich Co. offers exciting dishes that are made to order using only the finest ingredients. Their specialties include flatbread sandwiches, homemade soups and orzo pastas. (274 Dauphin St)
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Pictured: Red Rooster Flat Bread Sandwich
5. Connors Steak & Seafood - Huntsville, AL
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Connors Steak & Seafood, located in the popular Bridge Street Town Centre, specializes in fresh seafood, premium aged steaks, gourmet salads, pastas and more. (345 The Bridge St NW)
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Pictured: Surf & Turf
6. High Tide Oyster Bar - Gulf Shores, AL
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The next time you're in the Gulf Shores area and craving oysters, be sure to stop by High Tide Oyster Bar. In addition to delicious oysters, their menu also includes a variety of po'boys, hamburgers and wings. (807 Gulf Shores Pkwy)
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Pictured: Kick'ed Up Cajun Oysters
7. GianMarco's Restaurant - Birmingham, AL
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The menu at GianMarco's Restaurant includes a variety of choices such as traditional Italian dishes, many different types of pastas, veal and fish. Their menu also includes a wonderful wine list. (721 Broadway St)
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Pictured: Penne Alla Vodka
8. Simp McGhee's - Decatur, AL
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Simp McGhee's is the true definition of fine dining. This upscale restaurant offers fresh Cajun seafood and high quality beef selections that will definitely satisfy your palate. (725 Bank St NE)

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Pictured: Thomas Saute'
9. The Avenue Pub - Tuscaloosa, AL
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The Avenue Pub, located in downtown Tuscaloosa, serves the highest quality food and cocktails the town has to offer. In addition to enjoying their delicious meal, guests will also have the chance to enjoy local entertainment. (405 23rd Ave)
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Pictured: Fish & Chips
10. YUMM Thai Sushi and Beyond - Florence, AL
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YUMM Thai Sushi and Beyond serves a wide selection of authentic Thai dishes, from mild to spicy. These Thai dishes are complimented by delicious sushi. Guests have the option of dining inside the upscale restaurant, or outside on their sidewalk dining area. (117 N Court St)
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Pictured: Thai BBQ Chicken
11. Cafe Dupont - Birmingham, AL
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Cafe Dupont's menu reflects a fresh perspective on regional ingredients. A few of their signature dishes include Fried Oysters & Okra with Cayenne Butter Sauce, Seared Sea Scallops with Goat Cheese Souffle, and Classic Beignets with Home-grown Strawberry Preserves. (113 20th St N)
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Pictured: Ribeye
12. Cactus Flower Cafe - Dothan, AL
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At Cactus Flower Cafe, you'll be served Traditional California style Mexican cuisine that's been made from family recipes. Vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free options are also available. (5412 Montgomery Hwy)
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Pictured: Mahi Mahi Fish Tacos
13. Viet Cuisine - Huntsville, AL
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At Viet Cuisine, you'll experience excellent food and wonderful service. It'll seriously be the best Vietnamese food you've ever tasted. The prices are also very reasonable. (405 Jordan Ln)
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Pictured: Clay Pot Lemongrass Chicken
14. Pannie-George's Kitchen - Auburn, AL
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Pannie-George's Kitchen is a Southern-style restaurant that offers health conscious meat and vegetable choices, in addition to the best fried chicken around. Their menu also offers delicious made-from-scratch desserts. (2328 S College St / Ste 6)
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Pictured: Fried Chicken, Mac & Cheese, Green Beans and Cornbread
15. Villaggio Grille - Orange Beach, AL
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Villaggio Grille is one of the best restaurants in the Orange Beach area. Their menu ranges from creative appetizers, salads and sandwiches, to fantastic seafood, steaks and other entrees. (4790 Wharf Pkwy / Ste F108B)
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Pictured: Honey Gulf Shrimp

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