Here in Alabama, we’re extremely fortunate to have such a variety of restaurants all around us. From charming cafes to delicious sandwich shops, you’ll find several places to eat that are delicious, fun and full of whimsy. For an enjoyable dining experience, you’ll want to visit these 10 whimsical restaurants:
1. Lambert's Cafe - Foley
From its delicious food and charming decor, Lambert's Cafe is one of Alabama’s most whimsical restaurants. It's best known as the "Home of Throwed Rolls." Every few minutes, dozens of freshly-baked rolls are thrown to guests.
(2981 S McKenzie St)
2. Derailed Diner - Robertsdale
Derailed Diner is a whimsical train restaurant that will make you feel like a kid again. It's part of the Oasis Travel Center and resembles a train yard. At Derailed Diner, guests have the option of eating inside the transportation themed dining area, or inside the restaurant's full size train car.
(27801 County Rd 64)
3. Wildflower Cafe - Mentone
Wildflower Cafe is a mountaintop restaurant that's not only known for its charm, but also its creative dishes. This whimsical restaurant is a must stop the next time you visit Mentone.
(6007 Al Hwy 117)
4. Huggin' Molly's - Abbeville
From its soda fountain, to its antique collection, Huggin' Molly's is one of Alabama's most whimsical restaurants. This 50s-inspired restaurant, which was once a drug store, will really take you back in time.
(129 Kirkland St)
5. Mossy Grove Schoolhouse Restaurant - Troy
Mossy Grove Schoolhouse Restaurant is a whimsical restaurant that's located inside of a historic one-room schoolhouse. It's best known for its delicious homestyle cooking.
(1841 Al Highway 87)
6. The Red Barn - Demopolis
The Red Barn is one of the oldest restaurants in Demopolis. Located inside of an old rustic barn, The Red Barn's dining room provides a rustic setting that's welcoming for all ages. If you've ever driven through Demopolis, you're probably very familiar with this whimsical restaurant.
(901 US Hwy 80 E)
7. Trowbridge's - Florence
Trowbridge's was founded in 1918, which makes it one of Alabama's oldest restaurants. This whimsical ice cream parlor sells a variety of sandwiches, shakes and sundaes, but it's best known for its orange pineapple ice cream.
(316 N Court St)
8. Amsterdam Cafe - Auburn
Amsterdam Cafe serves a variety of creative dishes that attract local and visitors alike. The most whimsical thing about this restaurant is its collection of Van Gough-inspired paintings that line the walls.
(410 S Gay St)
9. Supper Heroes - Huntsville
Supper Heroes is a comic book themed restaurant that'll most certainly bring out your inner super hero. Upon entering this whimsical restaurant, you'll see framed comic books, tables made from torn comic book pages, and a shelving unit filled with several action figures. (1812 Winchester Rd NE)
10. Payne's Sandwich Shop & Soda Fountain - Scottsboro
Stepping through the door of Payne's Sandwich Shop & Soda Fountain is like stepping back in time. This whimsical restaurant is one of Scottsboro's true gems, and everything is made just like it was many years ago.
(101 E Laurel St)
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