Amore

Name: Amore
Address: 5510 Highway 280 Ste 116, Birmingham, AL, United States, 35242
Telephone: (205) 437-1005
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.8

4.8 (2052)

$31 to $50

Italian

5510 Highway 280, Ste 116, Birmingham, AL 35242

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2 people

Jul 20, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 18 times today

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Romantic
Charming

Amore Ristorante Italiano, has been a traditional family owned and operated business since 2005. We are first generation Americans who have inherited the great cultures of the old world; who have actually lived and breathed the culture of the people we represent, in the translation of the food, wine, and spirit we serve you.

Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Seafood, Steak
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–9:30 pm
Phone number
(205) 437-1005
Website
http://letsamore.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Private party facilities
Amore is available for in home parties. Our chef will be on hand to prepare the meal and will be staffed accordingly. You sit back and enjoy the festivities. Everything is left spotless. No worries. No hassles. Let us entertain for you!

Location
5510 Highway 280, Ste 116, Birmingham, AL 35242
Neighborhood
Birmingham
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Polpette della Casa
Homemade Meatballs | Marinara
Salsiccia Amoré
Fresh Italian sausage locally made special for Amoré | White Wine | Garlic | Gorgonzola Cheese
Ostriche alla Griglia
Chargrilled Oysters Italiano (Limited Availability) Parmigiano Reggiano | Fontina | Garlic
Gamberetti Scampi
Sautéed Shrimp | White Wine | Butter | Garlic | Fresh Herbs
Torte di Granchio
Crab Cakes (Limited Availability) | Fresh Jumbo Lump Crabmeat | Balsamic Reduction | Peach-Mango Cream Sauce | Toasted Almonds
Fiocchetti alle Pere
Beggar's Purse | Fresh Pears | Ricotta | Brown Butter

Insalata e Zuppa

Salads and Soups

Insalata Italiana
Traditional Italian salad | Cucumbers | Pepperoncini | Carrots | Black Olives | Grape Tomatoes | Creamy Italian Vinaigrette
Insalata Caesar
Tender Romaine Hearts | Chef's Special Caesar dressing | (Anchovies available upon request)
Insalata Amoré
A Wedge Of Iceberg Lettuce | Boiled Eggs | Prosciutto | Red Onions | Gorgonzola Dressing
Zuppa del Giorno
Chef's Special Soup of the Day

Pastas

All entrees are served with a house salad and homemade garlic bread

Costoletta Brasate
Braised Short Rib | Risotto | Au Jus | Mushrooms
Polpette della Casa
Homemade Meatballs | Marinara | Linguini
Zita a Forno
Traditional Ricotta and Bolognese | Rigatoni | Mozzarella
Garganelli Carbonara
Creamy Alfredo Sauce | Pancetta | Mushrooms | Rigatoni
Pollo alla Vodka
Sautéed Chicken | Vodka | Cream | Pancetta | Shallots | Rigatoni
Pollo alla Gorgonzola
Sautéed Chicken | Gorgonzola Cream Sauce | Sun-Dried Tomatoes | Fettuccini
Pollo o Salsiccia Cacciatore
Sautéed Chicken or Italian Sausage | White Wine | Garlic | Peppers | Onions | Mushrooms | Marinara Sauce | Linguini
Melanzana alla Parmigiana
Sautéed Eggplant | Marinara | Mozzarella | Rigatoni
Lasagna Bolognese
Our authentic recipe for delicious lasagna!
Salsiccia con Peperoni e Chipole
Sausage | Peppers | Onions | Rigatoni | Parmigiano Reggiano
Fettuccini Alfredo
Rich Alfredo Sauce | Fettuccini
Pasta per Capellini alla Bolognese
Angel Hair | Rich Bolognese
Ravioli di Costata Corta
Short Rib Ravioli | Mushroom Cream Sauce
Ravioli con Aragosta
Lobster and Crab Ravioli | Fresh Lobster | Vodka Sauce | Pancetta | Shallots

Piatti di Pollo

Chicken Entrees Include House Salad, Homemade Garlic Bread, And Pasta

Pollo alla Parmigiana
Sautéed Chicken Breast | Marinara | Provolone | Fresh Pasta
Pollo al Piccata
Sautéed Chicken Breast | Capers | Mushrooms | Lemon Beurre Blanc | Fresh Pasta
Pollo al Marsala
Sautéed Chicken Breast | Mushrooms | Marsala Wine Reduction | Fresh Pasta

Piatti de Carne di Vitello

Veal Entrees Include House Salad, Homemade Garlic Bread, And Pasta

Vitello alla Piccata
Sautéed Tender Milk-Fed Veal Scaloppini | Capers | Mushrooms | Lemon Beurre Blanc | Fresh Pasta
Vitello al Marsala
Sautéed Tender Milk-Fed Veal Scaloppini | Mushrooms | Marsala Wine Reduction | Fresh Pasta
Vitello alla Parmigiana
Sautéed Tender Milk-Fed Veal Scaloppini | House Marinara | Provolone | Fresh Pasta

Dalla Griglia

All "from the grill" entrees include house salad, homemade garlic bread, and pasta

Chef's Prime Cut Selection

Piatti de mare

All seafood entrees include house salad, homemade garlic bread, and pasta

Torte di Granchio
Crab Cakes (Limited Availability) | Fresh Jumbo Lump Crabmeat | Balsamic Reduction | Peach-Mango Cream Sauce | Toasted Almonds | Fresh Pasta
Gamberetti Amoré
Gulf Shrimp Amoré | White Wine | Garlic | Sun-Dried Tomatoes | Gorgonzola Cream Sauce | Fresh Pasta
Gamberetti alla Vodka
Gulf Shrimp | Creamy Pink Vodka Sauce | Pancetta | Shallots | Fresh Pasta
Gamberetti Scampi
Gulf Shrimp | White Wine | Garlic | Butter | Lemon | Special Herbs | Linguini
Gamberetto Marinara o Fra diavolo
Gulf Shrimp (Mild or Spicy) | Garlic | White Wine | Marinara | Linguini
Dentice Saltato
Sautéed Gulf Red Snapper | Orzo | Broccolini | Lemon Caper Cream
Peshe alla Francaise
Red Snapper or Black Grouper Filet | Shrimp |Garlic | White Wine | Capers | Sun-Dried Tomatoes | Mushrooms | Beurre Blanc | Fresh Pasta
Risotto Alla Pescatora
Seafood Risotto | Fresh Red Snapper | Risotto | Shrimp | Italian Sausage | Cream Sherry Sauce
Peshe alla Picatta
Sautéed Gulf Red Snapper | Garlic | White Wine | Linguini
Salmone alla Grillia
Italian Grilled Salmon | Lemon Caper Drizzle | Broccolini | Linguine

Dolce della Casa

Desserts

Tiramisù
Mascarpone Custard | Whipped Cream | Kahlua | Espresso | Lady Fingers
Cannoli
Homemade Cannoli Shells | Sweet Ricotta | Chocolate Chips
Mango Cheesecake
Cream | Fresh Mango
Crème Brule
Traditional dessert, executed perfectly!
Budino di Pane
Homemade Bread Pudding | White Chocolate | Zabaglione Crème | Caramel
Affogato
Vanilla Gelato | Chocolate | Espresso

What 2,052 people are saying

Amore reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Alabama
Best Overall
Alabama
Best Food
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Best Service
Alabama
Best Ambiance
Alabama
Best Value
Alabama
Great for fine wines
Alabama
Romantic
Alabama
Good for special occasions
Birmingham
Best Overall
Birmingham
Best Food
Birmingham
Best Service
Birmingham
Best Ambiance
Birmingham
Best Value
Birmingham
Great for fine wines
Birmingham
Romantic
Birmingham
Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Amore is a delightful Italian restaurant in Birmingham, celebrated for its "exceptional food" and "outstanding service." Guests rave about the "romantic atmosphere" and "generous portions." Fresh pasta and seafood are highlights, with desserts like tiramisu winning accolades. It's a top choice for special occasions, offering a memorable dining experience.

2,052 Reviews

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Howard VIP
New York City33 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
We always enjoy this restaurant. It's a favorite Italian restaurant. The food and service are always excellent. I don't like that it is always so dark in the restaurant. When you come inside on a sunny day, it is very difficult to see. After awhile our eyes adjusted to the darkness and we were able to see the menu and each other. The portions are generous, so two lighter eaters might consider splitting an entre. Your entre comes with a house salad that is very tasty.
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Jennifer VIP
St. Louis16 reviews
3.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
We were just in town for a few days. We love good Italian food and are spoiled in St. Louis with “The Hill” and our Italian population. I searched on line for “best Italian” in the area. I am learning not to believe all of the raving reviews. Amore was rated 5 stars by tons of people. From the “stunning ambiance” to the “intimate and romantic “. This is not 5 star dining on any level. I feel sad for people if this is the best dining experience they’ve ever had. The waiting area is a hodgepodge of thrift store mismatched seating. The ceiling is office tile and metal grid. The floor is fake plastic wood so slick I was afraid of falling. The waitress was pleasant. After our drink order she came to table with her pad and pencil at the ready as if we were at Denny’s and said “ Are you ready to order?”. We said “ No specials?”. She then rattled off 3. A soup an app and snapper that was the same as on the menu but with the addition of one shrimp and mashed potatoes. I went with the vodka pasta with sausage and she suggested linguine instead of rigatoni. Of course it came with the rigatoni anyway. My husband ordered veal parm. It looked nothing like the pics we saw on line. Paper thin smothered in mozzarella with barely any sauce and swimming in oil. The rolls were hot and tasty. The salad okay. My pasta was decent. I make at home with Rao’s and it tastes the same. People were dressed in shorts and tee shirts. This is a neighborhood joint at best. Not a 5 star dining experience. Someone had to be honest on here.
AmoreResponded 3 days ago
Thank you for your honest feedback Jennifer, we truly appreciate it. We are so sorry to hear that your dining experience did not meet your expectations, especially after seeking out what you had hoped would be a special meal. While we strive to provide high quality food and warm service in a comfortable setting, we understand that our style and atmosphere may not be for everyone. We really do appreciate your honest feedback, it helps us know what we can work on and it helps us grow. We're glad you enjoyed the rolls and found your server pleasant, and we will be sure to share your comments and feedback with our team. Wishing you all the best on your travels, and thank you again for giving us a try.
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Ben
New Orleans / Louisiana6 reviews
5.0
Dined on July 12, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
1st time last night for anniversary. Employees were all very kind and attentive. Food was delicious and you can tell made with care. Wedding soup was delicious. Veal melt in mouth tender. What I would call an old school Italian restaurant. Great food and service. Romantic decor with a Sinatra portrait above the bar and music quietly in playing in background. Best Italian food I’ve found in bham area.
AmoreResponded 3 days ago
Thank you so much for spending your anniversary with us! We are thrilled to hear you enjoyed the food, service, and ambiance. We take great pride in creating that old-school Italian experience, and its wonderful to know it came through. We hope to welcome you back for another special night soon!
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Elaine
Alabama4 reviews
2.0
Dined on July 12, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 4
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 4
Paul has been our server a couple of times. Not impressed at all and have requested to not sit in his section again. He forgot to put in things that we ordered, did not apologize, didn’t try to make it right. Seemed put out and in a hurry. This has been our experience each time we have had him as our waiter.
AmoreResponded 3 days ago
Thank you for your feedback Elaine. We're sorry to hear about your experience and we will address this with our team. We appreciate your continued support and hope to provide a much better visit next time.
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Lisa
Alabama19 reviews
2.0
Dined on July 12, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 1
My husband and I chose to celebrate our anniversary at Amore. We have been there several times for special occasions in the past and have always had excellent food and service. However, last night was not the case. I made our reservation weeks ago for the “wine bar.” I meant to say wine room. However, I didn’t word it correctly. I always make our reservation for the wine room because it is much quieter than the rest of the restaurant. My husband has a difficult time hearing in other parts of the restaurant because it is so loud. We were seated in the bar area instead. I take partial blame for that. However our waiter, Paul, seemed disinterested in serving us. He asked if we were celebrating anything and when we told him our anniversary, he said join the club. He had three other tables celebrating their anniversary. We waited to order food which seemed to irritate him. Once we ordered, I asked if we could swap my husband’s salad for something else since he doesn’t eat salad. He offered the wedding soup and also mentioned other types of salad. So my husband ordered the soup, and I ordered a ceaser salad instead of the house salad. Once our food was served, he didn’t check on us until we were close to being done. I was never asked if I wanted another cocktail. I had to ask for the cocktail menu and by the time he came to get my order, we were done with dinner. He did bring an “anniversary” dessert. But, when he brought the check we were charged an up-charge of 9.00 for the soup and 9.00 for the ceaser salad which he never mentioned when we asked if we could substitute. Between his inattentiveness and the up charges not told about, it was a disappointing evening. I forgot to mention when my husband asked about the filet, he was told they sold out the night before. I ordered the chicken piccata and was disappointed. It was missing the usual caper/lemon flavor. It was just blah. My husband ordered the chicken parmesan which was good. Maybe our expectations were too high.
AmoreResponded 3 days ago
Thank you for taking the time to share such detailed feedback, and for choosing Amore to celebrate your anniversary. We are very sorry to hear that your experience did not meet the standard that you have come to expect from us. Your concerns about service, communication, and food quality are taken seriously, and we will address this with directly with our staff. We truly appreciate your continued support over the years and hope you'll give us the chance to make things right on a future visit. If you would to like to reach bout to us directly to speak more please feel free. You can give us a call at 205-437-1006. Thank you.
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Jacob
Alabama1 review
5.0
Dined on July 12, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great service, great food, make sure to try the beggar’s purses appetizer
AmoreResponded 3 days ago
Thank you for your recommendation! We're so glad you enjoyed the food and the service-we are thrilled to hear you enjoyed the beggar's purse appetizer. It's one of our favorites too!
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Laura
Alabama2 reviews
5.0
Dined on July 12, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Truly love the food, atmosphere and food. We will always dine at Amore!
AmoreResponded 3 days ago
We are so glad to hear you enjoyed everything! looking forward to having you back soon!
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Anthony VIP
Alabama134 reviews
5.0
Dined on July 12, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food, Amore never disappoints! We look forward to returning soon.
AmoreResponded 3 days ago
Thank you for your kind words! We're so glad to hear you had a great experience- can't wait to welcome you back again soon!
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Martha
Northwest Florida10 reviews
5.0
Dined on July 11, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food and service . I now know why the reviews are so highly rated . I had shrimp with Gorgonzola , sun dried tomatoes and white wine sauce , with pasta . My husband had lasagne . Fresh warm bread rolls and a house salad with an amazing dressing were included . For dessert I had the crème brulee with fresh berries , and he had cheesecake . Both were delicious . Our server/waiter was Steve - polished , friendly and informative and really added a big plus to our dinner experience . Will definitely be going back to be pampered . Thank you Amore for a wonderful evening .
AmoreResponded 3 days ago
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are thrilled to hear you enjoyed everything from the shrimp and lasagna to the desserts-and that Steven helped make your evening even more special. We can not wait to welcome you back to Amore for another pampered night!
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Edward
Coastal Georgia4 reviews
5.0
Dined on July 9, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
One o the best ever restaurants we have been to. Clearly the best Italian especially for the price
AmoreResponded 3 days ago
Thank you for the wonderful feedback! We're honored to be one of your favorites-and thrilled to hear you enjoyed the Italian dishes and found great value in your experience. We look forward to serving you again soon!
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FAQs

Amore offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (205) 437-1005.

Amore is rated 4.8 stars by 2052 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Jul 20, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 18 times today

5510 Highway 280, Ste 116, Birmingham, AL 35242

Additional information

Neighborhood
Birmingham
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–9:30 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Seafood, Steak
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Public Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://letsamore.com/
Phone number
(205) 437-1005
Private party facilities
Amore is available for in home parties. Our chef will be on hand to prepare the meal and will be staffed accordingly. You sit back and enjoy the festivities. Everything is left spotless. No worries. No hassles. Let us entertain for you!

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Amore

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About this restaurant

Additional information

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Crème Brule

Cannoli

Lasagna Bolognese

Antipasti

Polpette della Casa

Salsiccia Amoré

Ostriche alla Griglia

Gamberetti Scampi

Torte di Granchio

Fiocchetti alle Pere

Insalata e Zuppa

Insalata Italiana

Insalata Caesar

Insalata Amoré

Zuppa del Giorno

Pastas

Costoletta Brasate

Polpette della Casa

Zita a Forno

Garganelli Carbonara

Pollo alla Vodka

Pollo alla Gorgonzola

Pollo o Salsiccia Cacciatore

Melanzana alla Parmigiana

Lasagna Bolognese

Salsiccia con Peperoni e Chipole

Fettuccini Alfredo

Pasta per Capellini alla Bolognese

Ravioli di Costata Corta

Ravioli con Aragosta

Piatti di Pollo

Pollo alla Parmigiana

Pollo al Piccata

Pollo al Marsala

Piatti de Carne di Vitello

Vitello alla Piccata

Vitello al Marsala

Vitello alla Parmigiana

Dalla Griglia

Chef's Prime Cut Selection

Piatti de mare

Torte di Granchio

Gamberetti Amoré

Gamberetti alla Vodka

Gamberetti Scampi

Gamberetto Marinara o Fra diavolo

Dentice Saltato

Peshe alla Francaise

Risotto Alla Pescatora

Peshe alla Picatta

Salmone alla Grillia

Dolce della Casa

Tiramisù

Cannoli

Mango Cheesecake

Crème Brule

Budino di Pane

Affogato

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