Location: Birmingham
Top Things to do in Birmingham
The 10 Best Food & Drink in Birmingham, Alabama (AL)
It has been said that Birmingham is the last major Southern city in America, where a friendly "How y'all doin'," a hearty meal of country-fried steak with butter beans and a true taste of Southern hospitality await visitors. Whether you're into the history of the Civil Rights movement, a fan of jazz music or just looking for culture and a few fun activities for the family, Sweet Birmingham is the place for you. Spend the morning at the Birmingham Museum of Art, then have lunch at a traditional Southern tea room. Outdoor enthusiasts can tee off at the Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail or pack a lunch and spend the day hiking and enjoying the vistas at Ruffner Mountain. A world-class zoo, the innovative McWane Center and VisionLand, Alabama's first amusement park, are sure to keep families entertained and on the go. In the evening, listen to a blues show at an outdoor cafe and then spend the night at a small cozy inn or splurge for an elegant hotel.
Restaurants in Birmingham
1. The Market at Pepper Place
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 48 reviews
The Market at Pepper Place, in the heart of downtown Birmingham, is the largest producers' farmers market in the state, with over 200,000 visitors annually. Founded in 2000, it currently runs from mid April - mid December every Saturday. The Market offers over 100 tents during the summer months. The Market at Pepper Place is rain or shine farmers market. Alabama farmers, food vendors, makers and artisans bring their goods to the market each Saturday. Local live music is featured on multiple music stages, too! During the summer months, live cooking demonstrations and children's activities are available. A zyp bike station is nearby and on-street parking is free.
2. Sur La Table Cooking Class
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4 reviews
Reviewed By ttmt2 - Huntsville, United States
We had a blast at our first cooking class. Thanks for making our time so enjoyable. The Sur la Table team did a great job hosting and teaching us. The four of us did the New Years Eve Date Night and we cooked an amazing horseradish crusted tenderloin, sides and chocolate mousse and it was so easy and fun. Everyone got to be a part of the experience and contribute to making the meal and the best part...we got to enjoy the fruits of our labor. We will definitely come back for other classes. The wonderful family memories were a bonus.
3. Red Clay Tours
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 343 reviews
RCT aspires to be the premier tour company in Birmingham, providing curious residents and visitors to the Magic City with the opportunity to learn, taste, and experience Birmingham in exciting, new ways. RCT is preparing tour itineraries for various guided tours around the city: historical, cultural, and culinary. Each tour highlights the food, drinks, and history that make Birmingham special. Whether you are in town for a long weekend or lived here your whole life, a tour with RCT is for you.
4. Birmingham Pedal Tours
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 39 reviews
Birmingham Pedal Tours is the Magic City's premier pedal powered tour company. We offer 2 distinct Birmingham Routes and have several party bikes to chose from. We are committed to transporting our riders to the best breweries, bars, and food spots in Birmingham. Pedal tours are perfect for any occasion, whether it's a birthday, wedding, bachelorette, anniversary, team outing, catching up with friends, sunday-funday, pub crawl or something else.
5. Birmingham Taste Tours
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 22 reviews
We offer 3 hr walking, food, drink, and historical tours to visitors and locals alike. Customers will sample eclectic tastings from 4-5 of Birmingham's most authentic locally-owned restaurants while walking through our neighborhoods. We will show how Southern culture and cuisine go hand in hand through telling colorful stories of our city and the people who helped shape it.
6. Good People Brewing Company
7. Cahaba Brewing Company
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 47 reviews
Located in the historic Continental Gin at 4500 5th Av. S., Birmingham, let us share our passion for craft beer in our spacious and vibrant tasting room.
8. Trim Tab Brewing
9. Avondale Brewing Company
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 118 reviews
Housed in a historic building that was once a pharmacy, saloon, and brothel, Avondale Brewing is bridging the past and present together. We craft our brews with the same unique character and style as the stories that have inspired them. We are a locally owned and operated brewery that is dedicated to revitalizing our neighborhood and reviving the legacy of Avondale, Alabama.
Reviewed By 326triciaf - Cullman, United States
Great place to grab a beer, sit outside, and listen to live music. Bring your pup! Food trucks on site. Indoor bar area is being remodeled and is currently closed.
10. Back Forty Beer Co.
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 40 reviews
Reviewed By nadianicolel - Fort Lauderdale, United States
Was in town visiting from Florida and brought here by a friend and was not disappointed! The place is huge with great outdoor seating. Staff was great and the whole place was very clean and inviting. We visited on a Thursday night and it was pretty busy but not uncomfortable. Sat outside near a fire pit and it was a great atmosphere. Outside they have giant jenga, corn hole and other “tailgate” types of games. Tried a few of their house brews and loved each one. Also had a pizza that was good. Near the restroom they have a wall filled with pics of dogs who have visited the brewery, so cute!
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