11 Unassuming Restaurants To Add To Your Alabama Dining Bucket List
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Jennifer Young
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You can’t always judge things by their outward appearance, including restaurants. After all, some of the best food can be found in the most unassuming places we know as ‘local dives’ or ‘hole-in-the-wall’ restaurants. Listed below are 11 restaurants in Alabama that might not look like much from the outside, but their delicious food speaks for itself. You should definitely add these unassuming restaurants to your dining bucket list.
According to locals and tourists, King Neptune's Seafood Restaurant is the place to go in Gulf Shores for delicious seafood at affordable prices. From shrimp and fish, to pastas and soups, the menu options at King Neptune's are endless. Pictured: Ocean Sampler Platter (1137 Gulf Shores Pkwy)
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Whenever you're in the Florence area and craving delicious barbecue, a visit to Bunyan's Bar-B-Q is a must. This local favorite is best known for their spicy mustard slaw that customers can't get enough of. Try one of their slaw dogs. You'll be hooked! (901 W College St)
The Capitol Oyster Bar overlooks the beautiful Alabama River and serves up the best oysters in Montgomery. Without a doubt, this unassuming restaurant is Montgomery's best kept secret. Pictured: Oyster Rockefeller (617 Shady St)
Bandito Burrito Co. uses family recipes to create their tasty dishes. Also, each dish is prepared from scratch daily using only the best ingredients. Pictured: Picadillo Burrito (3017 Governors Dr SW)
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If you love hot dogs, you'll want to visit Mobile's famous Chi-Town Dawgz. They offer a great selection of hot dogs, and if they don't have what you're craving, they'll be happy to customize one special for you. Pictured: Chicago Dog (1222 Hillcrest Rd)
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The food served up at The Fig Tree is locally sourced, making it some of the freshest food you'll find in Birmingham. With such a variety of dishes on their menu, The Fig Tree offers something for everyone. Pictured: Blackened Shrimp with Hoppin' John and Collard Greens (3160 Cahaba Heights Rd)
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Since 1978, Mater's Pizza & Pasta Emporium has been providing customers with some of the biggest and best pizza they've ever had. One of the many things that makes this local pizza joint truly unique is that it makes its own dough and creates a special blend of cheeses. You haven't had pizza until you've had it from Mater's Pizza & Pasta Emporium. (329 Locust St)
The next time you're in Huntsville, stop by Jamo's Cafe for some delicious Mediterranean cuisine. This local favorite is best known for its kabobs and gyros. Pictured: Gyro Plate (413 Jordan Ln NW)
For the best made-to-order sandwich or hot dog in Homewood, be sure to check out Sam's Super Samwiches. This restaurant has been at the same location for more than 40 years and is a great place to go for breakfast or lunch. Pictured: Roast Beef Sandwich (2812 18th St S)
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Nick's Original Filet House is a casual restaurant that has specialized in mouthwatering (and affordable) steaks for more than 75 years. It might be in the middle of nowhere, but its amazing food makes it well worth the drive. Pictured: Large Filet (4018 Culver Rd)
For about 30 years, Real Pit Bar-B-Q has been serving up delicious barbecue to locals and travelers driving through Greenville. With large portions, reasonable prices and excellent service, there's no reason not to give this BBQ joint a try. (939 Fort Dale Rd)
Have you eaten at any of these restaurants? For more unassuming restaurants that are worthy of a visit, here are 15 ‘Hole In The Wall’ Restaurants In Alabama That Will Blow Your Taste Buds Away.
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