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Best Restaurants for Celebrating Derby Day in Alabama

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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

Bellini's Ristorante & Bar
4.7 (3097)
$30 and under
Italian
Birmingham
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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Bo
Dined 2 days ago
We were celebrating my Mother's 90th birthday, and of all the restaurants that she could have chosen in Birmingham, she and my father selected their favorite, Bellini's! The ambiance is excellent, the food is outstanding and the wine list is impressive. The Wedge Salad and White Chocolate Bread Pudding is the best in town!
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.
Top review
Bo
Dined 2 days ago
We were celebrating my Mother's 90th birthday, and of all the restaurants that she could have chosen in Birmingham, she and my father selected their favorite, Bellini's! The ambiance is excellent, the food is outstanding and the wine list is impressive. The Wedge Salad and White Chocolate Bread Pudding is the best in town!
BrickTop's - Birmingham
4.8 (2868)
$30 and under
American
Alabama
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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William
Dined 5 days ago
Great brunch food and service. Staff were so very nice in allowing our two groups to be combined.
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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William
Dined 5 days ago
Great brunch food and service. Staff were so very nice in allowing our two groups to be combined.
Galley and Garden
4.8 (1707)
$30 and under
American
Birmingham
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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Darren
Dined 7 days ago
We celebrated our 27th Anniversary with a visit to Galley and Garden and what a beautiful home/restaurant. Everything about the evening was perfect and our server Amber was fantastic. Would highly recommend!!
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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Darren
Dined 7 days ago
We celebrated our 27th Anniversary with a visit to Galley and Garden and what a beautiful home/restaurant. Everything about the evening was perfect and our server Amber was fantastic. Would highly recommend!!
North Italia Restaurant - Birmingham
4.6 (1789)
$30 and under
Italian
Birmingham
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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TomVIP
Dined 2 days ago
My date and I each got the shrimp scampi. It was delicious…the garlic sauce and a lot of bread to soak it up!
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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TomVIP
Dined 2 days ago
My date and I each got the shrimp scampi. It was delicious…the garlic sauce and a lot of bread to soak it up!
NoJa
5 (1000)
$50 and over
Contemporary American
Mobile
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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Heather
Dined on Jun 19, 2025
The food and service were amazing. You definitely get what you pay for. We really enjoyed the scallop appetizer, chicken karaage appetizer, filet, and Noja potatoes. The brussel sprouts were wonderful as well. The flourless chocolate torte for dessert was divine.
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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Heather
Dined on Jun 19, 2025
The food and service were amazing. You definitely get what you pay for. We really enjoyed the scallop appetizer, chicken karaage appetizer, filet, and Noja potatoes. The brussel sprouts were wonderful as well. The flourless chocolate torte for dessert was divine.
Habitat Feed & Social at Grand Bohemian Hotel Mountain Brook
4.2 (804)
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
Birmingham
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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MIKEVIP
Dined on May 11, 2025
Outstanding breakfast excellent service nice location
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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MIKEVIP
Dined on May 11, 2025
Outstanding breakfast excellent service nice location
Bistro V
4.8 (2091)
$30 and under
American
Birmingham
New American in Alabama. Thank you for your patronage.
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SamuelVIP
Dined 1 day ago
The cuisine is always excellent at Bistro V. The gumbo was especially delicious—some of the best I’ve ever had outside of New Orleans! Catherine was our bartender/server & did a great job with not only the cocktails, but also with food recommendations.
New American in Alabama. Thank you for your patronage.
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SamuelVIP
Dined 1 day ago
The cuisine is always excellent at Bistro V. The gumbo was especially delicious—some of the best I’ve ever had outside of New Orleans! Catherine was our bartender/server & did a great job with not only the cocktails, but also with food recommendations.
Fleming's Steakhouse - Birmingham
4.6 (1650)
$50 and over
Steakhouse
Birmingham
Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar 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 an excellent culinary experience - we will create a safe and memorable evening for you. If you prefer to enjoy your fine dining experience at home, you can order and pay for lunch or dinner online and then pick up curbside or select from one of our delivery partners.
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Trey
Dined 4 days ago
Celebrated my wife’s birthday. Great atmosphere the waiter was fantastic and the food was really good
Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar 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 an excellent culinary experience - we will create a safe and memorable evening for you. If you prefer to enjoy your fine dining experience at home, you can order and pay for lunch or dinner online and then pick up curbside or select from one of our delivery partners.
Top review
Trey
Dined 4 days ago
Celebrated my wife’s birthday. Great atmosphere the waiter was fantastic and the food was really good
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