BEST BBQ
Saw’s | 32.89%
Classic hole in the wall bbq and some of my favorite I’ve had. -Dee Q.
Full Moon | 12.78%
Jim n Nick’s | 11.30%
Martin’s BBQ | 10.18%
Rodney Scott’s | 9.01%
BEST BURGER
Jack Brown’s | 25.12%
Who doesn’t love a good burger. This is one of the best burger joints in town. My favorite to order is the Kobra Kai. -Keeshia P.
Chez FonFon | 21.36%
Back Forty | 15.12%
Hamburger Heaven | 6.50%
Milo’s | 5.82%
BEST PIZZA
Davenport’s | 20.14%
Terrific atmosphere, pizza and service! First time for me! Wife, Daughter and Grandkids had an awesome pizza and a great experience! -Gary H.
Slice | 19.90%
Slim’s | 10.57%
Pizza Grace | 9.14%
Uncle G’s | 8.50%
BEST ASIAN FOOD
Surin | 30.70%
I ordered the Khoa Man Pai, and wow. The sauce? Absolutely incredible. So rich and flavorful, almost addicting. I could’ve drenched everything in it and still wanted more.-Kameelah R.
Red Pearl | 18.68%
Abhi | 13.38%
Saigon Noodle House | 11.47%
Taj India | 8.94%
BEST BREAKFAST
Big Bad Breakfast | 27.72%
Very good service and great food! I definitely recommend the french toast! -Andy E.
Crestline Bagel | 18.11%
Demitri’s | 11.83%
Another Broken Egg | 9.83%
First Watch | 8.00%
BEST DESSERT PLACE
Big Spoon Creamery | 22.17%
My family is obsessed with big spoon. We go every Friday night for family night and the staff is always so kind and energetic. -Lauren N.
Cookie Fix | 19.40%
Edgar’s | 14.99%
Olexa’s | 10.18%
Mountain Brook Creamery | 10.07%
BEST SUSHI
Bamboo | 22.55%
Always great service and sushi from here! I have been multiple times since I have been here in Bham, and it’s great place to go for celebrations and nice outings. -Tyler T.
Surin | 17.06%
Jinsei | 16.11%
Abhi | 11.60%
Ono Poké | 8.50%
BEST FINE DINING
Bottega | 21.96%
Yummy is an understatement! This may be my favorite Italian food. It is a very classy place, offering both indoor and outdoor dining. The service is really great also. -April B.
Gianmarco’s | 19.37%
Helen | 18.13%
Automatic Seafood | 13.27%
Le Fresca | 8.92%
BEST SEAFOOD
Automatic Seafood | 45.51%
Great food, service, and ambiance! Got the benedict, cheddar grits, and an oyster! Malek, our server, was incredibly attentive and even split the benedict for us without us having to request for it! -Joy H.
Fish Market | 11.01%
Chuck’s Fish | 9.72%
Ocean | 7.98%
Bright Star | 7.02%
BEST COFFEE SHOP
O’Henry’s | 24.42%
Their coffee tastes so amazing. Brought my kid here for their birthday morning coffee. Service was great. -Jody T.
Cala | 14.21%
Red Cat | 13.28%
Church Street | 10.90%
Seeds | 5.80%
BEST STEAK
Helen | 24.94%
Yeah what can I say about Helen. The service is spot on, the food is always new, exciting, and delicious, and the vibes are everything you’d want for a night out. -Sean V.
Perry’s | 19.18%
Little Betty Steak Bar | 15.80%
Fleming’s | 12.65%
Armour House | 8.79%
BEST NEW RESTAURANT
(period ending before March 2025)
Armour House | 23.15%
My my! Is how I must start to say how amazing my experience was. Walking in it was a very nice atmosphere and welcoming! It made me excited for what was to come. -Charmaine C.
Current Charcoal Grill | 20.79%
Salud Taqueria | 12.11%
Magnolia Point | 7.53%
Wooden City | 7.17%
BEST MARGARITA
Taco Mama | 25.94%
You can’t go wrong with the drinks here! I always order the pomegranate margarita and it’s delicious! -Reema G.
El Barrio | 24.13%
Adios | 19.08%
Mayawell | 9.23%
Sol y Luna | 8.29%
BEST BAR
Otey’s | 13.81%
What a fun dinner! We finally got to try Oteys and it did not disappoint. Tables are first come first serve and a waitress quickly took our drink orders. There is often live music which was fun. -Lauren N.
Juniper | 12.78%
House of Found Objects | 11.93%
Collin’s Bar | 8.11%
Lou’s Package Store | 7.13%
BEST PLACE TO BUY BEER
Piggly Wiggly | 46.82%
It’s one of the two places in Birmingham that stocks my favorite beer, Terrapin’s Recreation Ale. I go for the beer selection, but pick up other groceries while I’m there. -Britt B.
Hop City | 27.93%
Trader Joe’s | 11.84%
Diplomat Deli | 6.71%
The Vineyard | 4.31%
BEST PLACE TO BUY WINE
Piggly Wiggly | 46.28%
Love Andrew. He is definitely the “go to” guy. He knows my husband and me and knows what my husband likes. He is interesting to talk with and we really enjoy the wine tastings with him. -Jeanette R
Golden Age | 15.00%
Hop City | 9.07%
Red or White | 8.67%
Classic Wine Co. | 8.00%
BEST PATIO/OUTDOOR SEATING
The Garage | 24.97%
The outdoor atmosphere is so relaxing. Nostalgic artifacts throughout the restaurant. The best fresh ham sandwich I’ve ever had!! Fresh vegetables and fresh bread. -Janice W.
Back Forty | 21.32%
Bottega | 16.22%
Ovenbird | 9.78%
Vino | 7.29%
YOUR FAVORITE COCKTAIL
Margarita | 33.62%
Martini | 12.76%
Old Fashioned | 12.45%
Orange Thing | 12.39%
Moscow Mule | 8.84%
BEST BRUNCH PLACE
The Essential | 27.05%
Came here for Sunday brunch, busy but attentive staff and only 45 min wait for table of 4. Small menu, but they do it well -Bailey C
Big Bad Breakfast | 18.92%
ZaZa | 16.44%
Ruby Sunshine | 11.79%
Another Broken Egg | 10.37%
BEST LUNCH PLACE
Bottega | 19.73%
The food and service were outstanding, and I highly recommend the burger! I will definitely be returning! -Dylan J.
Niki’s West | 16.03%
Brick & Tin | 15.27%
Diplomat Deli | 11.69%
Johnny’s | 10.98%
BEST PLACE TO WATCH SPORTS
Otey’s | 28.90%
Amazing food, atmosphere, and people. Service is great and always a vibe coming here. Master’s weekend is the best. -Matt Z.
Paramount | 17.12%
Buffalo Wild Wings | 14.75%
Baumhower’s | 11.98%
On Tap | 8.29%
BEST PUBLIC GOLF COURSE
Ross Bridge | 31.94%
Stayed here four nights while playing the Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail courses. Overall, it was a five star experience. -Jim C.
Highlands Park | 26.44%
Oak Mountain | 7.51%
Ballantrae | 6.34%
Bent Brook | 5.25%
BEST HOME FURNISHINGS
At Home Homewood | 20.46%
At Home Furnishings is easily one of those stores I can just explore for hours and hours on end and not get bored. It’s not just a custom made furniture store; their home decor selection is just as competitive. -Lucy T
Birmingham Wholesale Furniture | 17.64%
Home Goods | 12.85%
Urban Suburban | 6.51%
White House Interiors | 6.43%
BEST WEDDING/REHEARSAL VENUE
Barn at Shady Lane | 28.62%
Beautiful event venue, attended wedding of my niece and found The Barn to be just amazing! Conveniently located on the west end of Hoover just south of Birmingham, easy access, great parking and perfectly clean. -Jr P.
Pursell Farms | 17.54%
Florentine | 8.49%
Donnelly House | 8.00%
Iron City | 4.61%
BEST VENUE FOR EVENT
The Club | 27.93%
I am so grateful to have a best friend who is a member and enjoyed many special occasions here, as well as hosting my stepdaughter’s baby shower. -Pamela M.
Avondale | 13.37%
Iron City | 9.77%
Fennec | 8.72%
B&A Warehouse | 7.06%
BEST WEEKEND GETAWAY
30A | 25.22%
Gulf Shores/Orange Beach/Perdido Area | 21.41%
New Orleans | 9.34%
Highlands Area/Mountains | 8.34%
Chattanooga | 8.21%
BEST PLACE TO BUY A UNIQUE GIFT
JB&Co Jewelry | 21.07%
Alabama Goods | 19.03%
Smith’s Variety | 10.61%
General / Shoppe | 8.17%
Snoozy’s | 7.17%
BEST INTERIOR DESIGNER
Nicole Roby | 8.75%
Kristen McGee Interiors | 6.91%
Jan Ware | 6.45%
Shea Bryars | 5.93%
Lisa Flake | 5.63%
Iris & Co. | 4.44%
BEST PLACE FOR HOME ACCENTS
Mayer Lighting | 15.70%
Fixtures and Finishes | 9.00%
Ferguson Plumbing Supply | 6.70%
Circa Lighting | 6.59%
Southern Bath & Kitchen | 6.04%
BEST CHIROPRACTIC PRACTICE
Greystone | 9.71%
Back on Track | 9.03%
The Joint | 6.09%
Motivity | 4.51%
Pillar | 4.29%
Archetype Health | 3.05%
BEST AUTO DEALER
Serra Auto Group | 8.72%
Edwards Chevrolet | 7.59%
Hallmark Auto Group | 6.80%
Birmingham Broker | 6.34%
Benton Nissan | 5.21%
Stivers Ford | 3.62%
BEST FERTILITY CLINIC
Alabama Fertility Specialists | 18.89%
We had an amazing experience here! We had Dr. Mann and she was great. Very thorough and would take the time to answer all my questions and explain in a way I could actually understand. Faith was my main IVF coordinator and she was so sweet and empathetic. So special shout out to her as well. Everyone we encountered in our care was great. -Vanessa S.
UAB Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility | 9.16%
Deidre Gunn, MD | 4.30%
Birmingham Obstetrics | 4.19%
Alabama Center for Reproductive Medicine | 2.49%
BEST HOME MAINTENANCE (HVAC/PLUMBING/ELECTRIC) COMPANY
Guin Service, LLC | 9.43%
OnTime Service | 9.09%
Standard Heating, Cooling and Plumbing | 4.71%
APS | 3.93%
Polar Bear Services | 3.70%
BEST ANIMAL HOSPITAL
Homewood Animal Hospital | 12.89%
Avondale Animal Hospital | 10.57%
Riverview Animal Clinic | 8.56%
Birmingham Animal Hospital + Resort | 8.06%
Oxmoor Animal Clinic | 5.64%
BEST DOGGIE DAY CARE
Dogtopia | 16.98%
The Pawms | 11.91%
Dog Days of Birmingham | 7.88%
We Talk Dog | 5.16%
Humphrey’s Dog Resort | 4.88%
Birmingham Animal Hospital + Resort | 4.50%
BEST HAIR SALON
The Collective | 21.19%
I have been coming to The Collective for years, and I have never thought about switching to any other place. -Amy L.
Hairfolk | 13.21%
Forecast | 10.42%
Salon U | 8.91%
Wheelhouse Salon | 8.62%
BEST COLORIST/STYLIST
Beth Doyle (The Collective) | 9.61%
Eric Goss (Hairfolk) | 8.82%
Mark Hyde (Forecast) | 7.23%
Whitney Warner (WW Hair) | 6.27%
Scott Barfoot (Hairfolk) | 4.85%
Elianna Edmondson | 3.49%
BEST SPA
Woodhouse | 22.89%
I have a great experience every time I come. Everything is so relaxing and clean. -Kendall W.
Ross Bridge | 19.16%
Escape Spa | 12.15%
The Retreat | 11.04%
Total on 1st | 10.44%
La Bella | 5.30%
BEST PLACE FOR A GIRLS’ NIGHT
Freddy’s | 20.81%
Who doesn’t love a patio?!?! Not to mention, a perfect patio. Shaded, dog friendly, and an ideal spot for drinking wine. -Janis T.
Vino | 14.35%
Neon Moon | 14.12%
Mayawell | 13.38%
Fennec | 11.95%
BEST PLACE TO TAKE YOUR DOG
Oak Mountain | 21.49%
Red Mountain Park | 19.83%
Railroad Park | 15.72%
Back 40 | 12.47%
Avondale | 10.31%
Ruffner Park | 8.00%
BEST OUTDOOR EXCURSION
Oak Mountain | 35.56%
Visitors can enjoy hiking, mountain biking, fishing, camping, picnicking, and horseback riding across the park’s expansive 9,940 acres of land. -Ersklynn M.
Red Mountain Park | 16.79%
Jemison Trail | 13.73%
Moss Rock | 13.37%
Ruffner Park | 8.53%
BEST PLACE TO SEE LIVE MUSIC
Avondale | 30.22%
Alabama Theatre | 16.73%
BJCC | 14.97%
Iron City | 14.62%
Saturn | 10.05%
The Lyric | 6.82%
BEST ANNUAL CHARITY EVENT
Chili Cook-off | 31.80%
Crawfest | 6.21%
Service Guild Gala | 5.89%
Wine Women and Shoes | 3.82%
Amanda Pair Legacy Gala | 3.50%
Mardi Gras on the Mountain | 3.34%
BEST LOCAL SPIRIT
Redmont Vodka | 33.59%
I don’t normally drink vodka, but theirs is so smooth! -Shellie F.
Cahaba Spirits Vodka | 14.60%
Campesino Rum | 12.48%
Dread River Straight Bourbon | 11.85%
Sweet Home Whiskey | 8.16%
BEST HAPPY HOUR
SoHo Social | 31.63%
I’ve been here twice. Each time was a great experience. I always sit at the bar..the bartenders are great! They serve some great beers on tap as well as wine. -Uriia H.
Freddy’s Wine | 13.27%
House of Found Objects | 10.82%
Bricktop | 10.68%
Otey’s | 10.41%
BEST MEN’S CLOTHING
Mountain High Outfitters | 15.03%
This store is awesome! The associates are extremely helpful and you can find very good deals on high end products! -Brooke M.
Mobley & Sons | 14.57%
Shaia’s | 13.35%
Billy Reid | 11.67%
Alabama Outdoors | 9.62%
BEST PLAINTIFF LAW FIRM
Alexander Shunnarah | 12.02%
Hollis Wright | 8.70%
Morgan & Morgan | 8.12%
Wettermark Keith | 7.09%
BEST FAMILY LAW FIRM
Peeples Law Firm | 10.60%
Burns, Brashier, & Johnson | 9.64%
Kirk Drennen Law | 7.11%
Rose Law Firm | 6.02%
BEST DEFENSE LAW FIRM
Bradley Arant | 11.96%
Maynard Nexsen | 10.08%
Burr Forman | 9.30%
Lightfoot | 9.08%
BEST LOCAL BEER
Cahaba American Blonde | 28.68%
Cahaba always delivers with a stellar variety of brews. I’m a fan of classics like Blonde and Pale Ale. -Josh D.
Good People IPA | 17.81%
Trim Tab Paradise Now | 16.64%
Muchacho | 14.44%
Avondale Sour Pash | 12.52%
BEST LOCAL BREWERY
Back Forty | 23.37%
Avondale | 21.22%
Cahaba Brewing | 20.31%
Trim Tab | 12.70%
Good People | 12.63%
Ghost Train | 3.65%
BEST TAKE OUT
Taco Mama | 25.90%
We went for a small dinner for my husband’s birthday. The staff was very friendly. The food was wonderful. -Kevin L.
Taziki’s | 23.14%
Surin | 17.45%
Blue Pacific | 11.77%
Red Pearl | 9.52%
BEST CATERING
Taco Mama | 29.61%
We had Taco Mama Catering for a family gathering of 16. Their catering manager was excellent. Placed the order earlier in the week. Texted to verify the day before. Delivery was right on time. -Melissa S.
Happy Catering | 18.33%
Taziki’s | 12.30%
Full Moon | 10.40%
Kathy G & Co. | 10.02%
BEST LOCAL ATTRACTION
Culinary Scene/Restaurants | 27.51%
Bham Zoo | 26.43%
Vulcan | 8.83%
Civil Rights Museum | 8.43%
Downtown | 8.02%
Bham Museum | 6.54%
BEST WOMEN’S CLOTHING
Gus Mayer | 18.72%
Truly one of the most beautiful stores I’ve been to. The shoes are the best collection and definitely has something for everyone! -K H.
SOCA | 15.87%
South | 7.98%
Fabrik | 7.23%
Tulipano | 4.88%
BEST EYE CARE
UAB Eye Care/Callahan | 30.48%
MyEyeDr. | 11.65%
Alabama Vision Center | 8.57%
Vestavia Eye Care | 6.37%
Alabama Eye M.D. | 3.39%
BEST RESIDENTIAL BUILDER
Twin Construction | 10.08%
Harris Doyle Homes | 5.91%
Slate Barganier | 4.60%
Francis Bryant | 4.16%
B&B Construction | 3.72%
BEST PLASTIC SURGERY
Cohn Plastic Surgery | 21.44%
Wonderful surgeon, outstanding staff! I highly recommend Dr. Cohn and his facility for anything from surgery to spa treatments. I can’t say enough good things about how I was taken care of every step of the way. -Rhonda W.
Rousso Adams | 16.95%
Raggio MD Facial Plastic Surgery | 13.52%
Hedden and Gunn | 8.55%
Schaffer Plastic Surgery | 5.88%
BEST FITNESS STUDIO/GYM
Ignite Cycle | 17.42%
I absolutely love this place. It’s truly the only place that motivates me to work out! Tiffany did her thing with creating this gem. The staff are so nice and welcoming. Ignite definitely gives family vibes. It’s a Bham must try! -Jasmine M.
Lifetime | 11.90%
True40 | 10.97%
YMCA | 8.03%
Pure Barre | 4.66%
Orange Theory | 4.23%
BEST FITNESS INSTRUCTOR
Kaitlyn Bentley | 10.12%
The entire experience from when you walk through the door is absolutely amazing. Kaitlyn, Sydney, Rebecca and the team are the kindest and most encouraging people. -Hillary B.
Leslie Dobbins | 10.04%
Kelly Campbell | 9.31%
Amy Stanaland | 7.24%
Scott Fell | 6.65%
Tabby Brock | 3.25%
BEST ORTHOPEDIC PRACTICE
Andrew’s Sports Medicine | 41.23%
The whole crew was super efficient - I was checked in, had my X-rays done, and filled in Dr Smith’s assistant on my history and symptoms in record time. Dr. Smith was super nice, very thorough and patient with me. -Melanie s.
Southlake Ortho | 8.52%
St. Vincent’s Orthopedic | 8.52%
Precision Sports/Dr. John Young | 6.07%
Lemak Health | 5.29%
BEST DERMATOLOGY PRACTICE
Renew Dermatology | 15.05%
Very clean and inviting environment. Super nice and accommodating staff. Dr. Curl relieved any anxiety and answered all my questions. We talked about medical and cosmetic appointments and made me feel appreciated as a patient. -Jenny S.
Village Dermatology | 14.88%
Total Skin & Beauty | 12.06%
Gunn Dermatology | 9.07%
Skin Wellness Center | 8.89%
Inverness Dermatology | 8.27%
BEST ORTHODONTICS
Birmingham Orthodontics 13.13%
The manager of this office is absolutely amazing and is the very reason I continue to return. With every visit, she always greets you with a smile and is so friendly. Initially, I did not have a good experience, but she personally sought out a solution to ensure that I had an improved experience at my next visit and I did. I greatly appreciate her effort. -Bria L.
PT Orthodontics | 8.61%
Sarver | 8.50%
David Hufham | 8.18%
Yanosky | 6.14%
BEST DENTAL PRACTICE
Stone Creek Dental Care | 11.48%
From the time I stepped into the office, I was welcomed and attended to in a prompt, professional manner. My hygienist was very thorough in evaluating and cleaning my teeth. She checked often to make sure I was comfortable. -Nancey C.
Magic City Dentistry | 10.02%
Vestavia Smiles | 7.20%
Koch Aesthetic Dentistry | 6.05%
Kevin Alexander | 5.85%
Kasey Davis Dental | 2.82%
BEST GARDEN SHOP
Leaf & Petal | 37.03%
Andy’s Creekside Nursery | 13.22%
Shoppe | 8.72%
Collier’s Nursery | 8.02%
Hannah’s Nursery & Garden Shop | 6.87%
BEST LANDSCAPE SERVICE
Father Nature | 8.99%
Millhouse Howell | 8.89%
Greener Grounds | 8.68%
Nelson | 6.67%
Faulkner Gardens | 6.35%
BEST REAL ESTATE AGENTS
The Russoms | 9.01%
Stephanie Robinson | 8.24%
Betsy Reamer | 1.99%
Lucy Parker | 1.81%
Jane Huston Crommelin | 1.62%
Julie Harris | 1.56%
Other’s Receiving Significant Votes:
Scott Ford, Hillary Weiss, Fred Smith Group, MIsty Joseph, Christen Bond, Melvin Upchurch
BEST BANK
Regions | 12.70%
PNC | 7.59%
Synovus | 6.42%
ServisFirst | 6.03%
Bryant Bank | 5.35%
BEST MORTGAGE LENDER
Synovus | 13.79%
Regions Mortgage | 10.69%
Trey Fava | 4.49%
MortgageRight | 3.10%
Adam Snable | 2.99%
Guild Mortgage | 2.30%
BEST HOTEL
Grand Bohemian | 37.39%
My company hosted a conference here, and the Grand Bohemian Hotel Mountain Brook was truly exceptional. -Erica P.
Ross Bridge | 21.11%
Elyton | 14.88%
Valley | 12.02%
Redmont | 7.40%
BEST PHYSICAL THERAPY
TherapySouth | 18.97%
ATI | 15.19%
Birmingham Physical Therapy | 6.99%
Results Physiotherapy | 3.10%
Nova | 2.90%
Iron City | 2.80%
BEST MEDISPA
Smart Skin | 15.14%
I’ve been going here for a while now and really enjoy the treatments I have gotten. The staff is very knowledgeable and friendly. -Janet G.
Infinity Medi-I-Spa | 11.60%
Total on 1st | 9.73%
Prescription Aesthetic & Wellness | 6.69%
Mila’s Spa | 4.52%
Vitalogy Wellness | 4.33%
BEST OUTDOOR FURNITURE
Summer Classics | 28.48%
Southeastern Salvage | 13.35%
Hollywood | 8.90%
Absco | 3.26%
Homestead House | 2.87%
BEST WELLNESS CENTER
Restore | 15.14%
Awesome experience! The space is beautiful and Ethan was super knowledgeable and helpful. I was feeling rundown and got an iv drip w/compression, red light therapy and cyro therapy. -B K.
Hydralive | 10.83%
Prime IV | 8.18%
Holistic Hydration | 5.86%
Hand & Stone | 5.75%
BEST YOGA STUDIO
Hotworx | 14.29%
I recently joined a group of ladies here for a workout. At arrival, everything was well explained to us by Mallory. Mallory was very knowledgeable and helpful throughout our workout. -Gabe P.
Birmingham Yoga | 11.72%
Yoga Circle | 7.70%
Yoga Lab | 6.14%
U4IC | 6.03%
PEST & MOSQUITO CONTROL
Wayne’s | 21.62%
Cook’s | 18.54%
Birmingham Mosquito Control | 7.51%
Terminix | 4.89%
Greenway | 3.41%
Our Readers’ Poll had 4451 votes and was conducted through Survey Monkey. It was open for voting from March 3 until April 7. The survey was promoted via social media, email and on abouttown.io. Voters were only allowed one vote per device. All quoted reviews are from Yelp and Google Reviews.
