New to Birmingham, or moving here soon? Or, maybe like a lot of folks, you've been cooped up at home for a couple years waiting for the pandemic to go away. Well, now's the time to get out and try our all-time five favorite places to eat.
Bottega Cafe: We enjoy going there for lunch on Saturdays and having the focaccia with Bottega infused olive oil. It's so simple, but so amazing! I like to get to get a fish sandwich and Suzanne usually gets a salad or a hamburger. You can close your eyes and point at the menu. You can't go wrong! Great architecture and atmosphere. The cafe doesn't take reservations. So, go a little early or try eating at the bar.
Bottega Cafe Menu: https://bottegarestaurant.com/assets/2022/06/Bottega-Cafe-2022-06.03.2022.pdf
Gianmarcos: Authentic italian food in a quaint location in Homewood. Fresh ingredients, expertly prepared! I always go with one of the specials. This little piece of heaven books early, so call a week or so before and secure reservations.
Gianmarco's Menu: https://www.gianmarcosbhm.com/menus/
El Barrio: Situated on 2nd Avenue North in the heart of Birmingham's growing urban restaurant scene, El Barrio offers innovative mexican dishes with fresh, locally sourced ingredients. It's a happening place and they don't take reservations! But, I've heard the wait seems shorter when enjoying their margaritas.
El Barrio Menu: https://www.elbarriobirmingham.com/menus
Bettola: Located in the Lakeview District on Southside, Bettola is a "casual upscale" restaurant featuring wood fired pizzas and dishes featuring their house-made pastas. We recommend the burrata and/or the marinated olives to get started. Then, I'd recommend the Bucatini Carbonara or the Oven Roasted Gulf Fish. Suzanne love their salads and their pizzas.
Bettola Menu: https://www.bettolabhm.com/dinnermenu
Chuck's Fish: Chuck's is located just off Hwy 280 near Greystone. It's a small restaurant and bar that feels like you're at the beach. Maybe that's because, Chuck's is affiliated with a couple of Destin restaurants and they only serve seafood caught from their own fishing boats. The seafood and sushi are always fresh. The steaks are great too!
Chuck's Fish Menu: https://www.chucksfish.com/birmingham/#dinner-birmingham
We hope you enjoy trying our favorite Birmingham restaurants! And, we'd love to hear about yours!
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