Best Restaurants for Celebrating Derby Day in Alabama

by OpenTable x Woodford Reserve

Updated April 17, 2021

To mark this year's Derby Day, OpenTable and Woodford Reserve have come together to bring you a list of restaurants offering Derby Day drink specials and celebratory dishes near you. Whether you are donning your finest Derby attire and heading to a local watering hole or planning a feast for the festivities at home, we've got the restaurant (and game day tipple) for you. CRAFTED CAREFULLY. DRINK RESPONSIBLY. Woodford Reserve Kentucky Straight Whiskey, 43.2%-45.2% Alc. by Vol., The Woodford Reserve Distillery, Versailles, KY. Woodford Reserve is a registered trademark. ©2021

Bay Leaf Modern Indian Cuisine & Bar - 5 Points

4.9

4.9 (186)

$31 to $50

Contemporary Indian

Birmingham

About the restaurant

With an ingredient-driven focus, global accents and nuances, the menu is a commitment to simplicity and purity of flavor, a philosophy our new ownership firmly believes in. The menu is an expression of the finest available meats and vegetables, nearly all of which we procure fresh. Drawing inspiration from each corner of the Indian subcontinent, from northern plains to southern coast, we offer a diverse and dynamic experience for our guests.

In addition to traditional Indian favorites such as tikka masalas and biriyanis, Bay Leaf Modern Cuisine & Bar offers modern tantalizing twist on Indian delicacies. Unique additions to the menu such as a perfectly grilled sumptuous desi burger, succulent tangy kababs, completely re-imagined and modernized appetizer selection, complete with signature dishes such as raspberry paneer tikka and tamarind glazed short ribs will leave you craving for more !

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Alexis

Dined on Aug 14, 2024

The service was stupendous! Server took great care of us and the chili chicken rice (spicy) did NOT disappoint!

Bellini's Ristorante & Bar

4.8

4.8 (2898)

$30 and under

Italian

Birmingham

About the restaurant

Great ideas often occur in the most comfortable of settings and Bellinis is no exception. With that in mind, in 2008 after discussing ideas over a bottle (or 2) of wine, the concept of Bellinis was formed. Come see why "Life is Sweet" at our place. Relax and enjoy your own glass of wine among friends and see where your discussions take you. At Bellinis OUR Passion is YOUR Food and YOUR Service.

Bellini's features 100% Prime Organic Beef, housemade pastas, veal, seafood and classic Tuscan Italian dishes. Bellini's maintains an extensive wine selection and weekly desert specials. Our bar opens weekdays at 4pm for drinks and dinner service begins at 5pm Monday to Saturday.

We have two private dining areas available for large parties. Our private dining room accommodates 20 to 25 patrons and features a 48" TV with audio visual capabilities. Our Intimate Dining room accommodates 10 to 15 patrons. Reservations are suggested.

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RobertG

Dined 3 days ago

The menu had a lot of choices and the server was helpful, selecting dairy-free items. Food was delicious.

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White Chocolate Bread Pudding

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Caprese Pasta

BrickTop's - Birmingham

4.7

4.7 (2683)

$30 and under

American

Alabama

About the restaurant

Opening July 24! BrickTop’s in Birmingham features a casual, upscale and stylish ambiance and offer a new and classic American menu offering lunch, dinner and Sunday brunch. We invite guests to enjoy our bar, dining room and private event space.

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Deborahvip

Dined 2 days ago

The food was delicious, service exceptional but the noise level was so high we could barely hear each other during our conversation.

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4.8

4.8 (1653)

$30 and under

American

Birmingham

About the restaurant

Celebrated as the "Most Romantic Restaurant in Alabama", Galley and Garden features the finest locally sourced ingredients crafted into a creative and fresh menu. This beloved neighborhood gem is also recognized as Wine Enthusiast magazine's 100 Best Wine Restaurants in America and has garnered Wine Spectator's Best Award of Excellence. Artfully presented dishes, impeccable service, and the perfect address are signature to Galley and Garden, making it the perfect venue to celebrate any momentous occasion.

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IrishFanvip

Dined 3 days ago

We enjoyed a quiet Sunday at one of our favorite restaurants. Service and food were exemplary as usual. Highly recommend the short rib!!

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North Italia Restaurant - Birmingham

4.6

4.6 (1586)

$30 and under

Italian

Birmingham

About the restaurant

At North, we focus on what we do best: Italian from scratch. Enjoy any of our handmade pastas and pizzas, created with seasonal ingredients and inventive flavors. Or, try a different signature dish, prepared with our fresh flavors from the garden, farm, and sea. We’ve hand crafted seasonal cocktails that pair great with our food, creating a real modern Italia experiences perfect for any occasion.

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OpenTable Dinervip

Dined on Sep 10, 2024

What a gem this restaurant was I can’t believe it wasn’t packed inside and out. The food was amazing I had the strozzapreti the cream sauce was was delicious the pasta was fresh will definitely get this again…my daughter had the tortalloni was very good needs more tortellini added to dish only downside.. My husband had the bolognese it was delicious and flavorful. Our waitress was very knowledgeable of the menu and very friendly she made our dinning experience… For dessert we had boboloni Italian donuts OMG!!!!

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Calamari Fritti

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White Truffle Garlic Bread

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Tuscan Kale

Roots & Revelry

4.6

4.6 (473)

$31 to $50

American

Birmingham

About the restaurant

A fun, energetic tribute to American Southern cuisine. Our dining room is bustling with high-energy just like our great Magic City. Our menus focus on local distilleries and local farms throughout Alabama; the menu is ever changing with only the freshest products on hand. Our dishes are whimsical yet elegant with a feeling of comfort to them.
Roots & Revelry departs from the norm by modernizing fine dining. It’s haute with casual undertones, southern with international influences.

Our Patio is not covered. Patio is weather permitting. In case of inclement weather, we will do our best to accommodate you inside but can not guarantee a table.

Reservations preferred, walk-ins accepted based on availability.

We are allotting 1 1/2 hours for parties of two, 2 hours for parties of four, 2 1/2 hours for parties six or more. Please call us at 205-730-1907 or email home@roots-revelry.com for any parties over six guests.

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Carol

Dined on Aug 17, 2024

The food was delicious. Very upscale brunch. Nothing too traditional, which is what I was looking for. The restaurant is very nice and the patio is inviting. Going into the building looks like a shelter. Very undesirable looking but the restaurant is on the 2nd floor and it's like you've entered another world. The elevators were broken which caused people to walk up to the 2nd floor or down from the 2nd floor to the lobby.

NoJa

4.9

4.9 (933)

$50 and over

Contemporary American

Mobile

About the restaurant

At NoJa we offer our services and products in accordance with the wishes of our customers' escalating standards that call for a new look, a flavorful, fresh and balanced menu, and finally, a new image aiming to convince patrons they are getting what they pay for and not more than they need. With this in mind, the menu at NoJa is an innovative blend of Mediterranean and Asian cooking methods, savory flavors and ingredients that we have termed Mediterrasian.

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OpenTable Dinervip

Dined 4 days ago

Everything was amazing! Great food, great service, great atmosphere!

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Australian Lamb Chops

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8 oz Sous-Vide Hanger Steak

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Shrimp & Scallops

Habitat Feed & Social at Grand Bohemian Hotel Mountain Brook

4.4

4.4 (753)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Birmingham

About the restaurant

The Grand Bohemian Mountain Brook's signature restaurant, comprised of 144 indoor/outdoor seats. We also offer multiple spaces for rent including a 40-seat Private Dining Room, a 20-seat Billiard Room with outdoor access, a semi-private 12-seat Wine Room, and an 8-seat outdoor VIP space.

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Addrienne

Dined on Sep 7, 2024

This was an amazing experience. I choose here to celebrate my best friend birthday. I haven’t been here in years. I absolutely love everything! The waitress was so openly friendly and pleasant. The staff were friendly. The young man that seated us was so kind. Amazing as always!!

Bistro V

4.9

4.9 (1964)

$30 and under

American

Birmingham

About the restaurant

New American in Alabama. We are currently operating at 50% capacity. Thank you for your patience and patronage.

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Larryvip

Dined 5 days ago

Enjoyed a business lunch and it was really solid. Friendly service. Great food. We will be back.

Fleming's Steakhouse - Birmingham

4.7

4.7 (1571)

$31 to $50

Steak

Birmingham

About the restaurant

Your Birmingham Fleming's is located on Highway 280, just west of I-459 in the Summit Shopping Center. Fleming's in Birmingham is an outstanding choice to enjoy an exceptional Prime steak, glass of wine or handcrafted cocktail. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion, hosting a business dinner or simply wanting to enjoy a night out – we will create a safe and memorable evening in our Dining Room. With premium Prime steak options on our Dinner Menu as well as best-in-class seafood and innovative plant-based options, we have something to offer everyone you are dining with.

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Alvip

Dined 6 days ago

From the appetizer, to the soup/salads, Entrees and desserts, the food was excellent! What was even better than that was our server Sophia. She was the best server we have had in years, simply outstanding!!

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4-Course Wine Dinner featuring Far Niente

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