Diners' Choice: Best Overall restaurants in Birmingham

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Updated October 05, 2024

Looking for the best overall restaurants in Birmingham? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Bistro V

4.9

4.9 (1972)

$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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OpenTable Diner

Dined 4 days ago

Good food, drink and service. Kinda loud for a nice sit down restaurant.

Amore

4.8

4.8 (1864)

$31 to $50

Italian

Birmingham

About the restaurant

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.

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Marvin

Dined 4 days ago

amore was great. It was my husbands birthday and they made it very special for him. Our server, Rob, was awesome. He truly went above and beyond.

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Blue Sushi Sake Grill - Birmingham

4.8

4.8 (398)

$30 and under

Sushi

Vestavia Hills

About the restaurant

Blue Sushi Sake Grill unites creative ingredients with energetic vibes, premium cold sake with happy moments to give you a fresh and fun new way to experience sushi. Our sushi and grill menus allow you to explore your sushi favorites in new and unexpected ways. We like to say that sushi is for sharing, and our menu encourages it. Order a spread of all your maki, nigiri and sashimi favs from the sushi bar, and throw in a few orders of starters from the grill. We'll stagger your plates so you can savor it all bite-by-bite, and maximize the sushi experience you've been craving all week. If you're not sure where to start, tour the menu during Happy Hour, where all our guest favorites — from our sushi, grill and drink menus — are available at an amazing value. We offer Happy Hour every day of the week at Blue Sushi Sake Grill!

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Cris

Dined 3 days ago

Everything was great. Definitely would recommend! We went on a Sunday and they have happy hour ALL day and they have a lot to pick from.

Daniel George Restaurant and Bar

4.8

4.8 (1458)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Birmingham

About the restaurant

We hope you will join us at Daniel George restaurant. Located in the heart of Mountain Brook Village, we offer a casual yet elegant dining experience. Our menu includes fresh seafood and local produce. "Farm to Fork" is a philosophy we believe in and strive to pursue on a daily basis.

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Lorivip

Dined 5 days ago

Great service from - I think - Morgan ?? She was fantastic

Saltgrass Steak House - Birmingham

4.8

4.8 (14)

$30 and under

Steakhouse

Birmingham

About the restaurant

Saltgrass Steak House is an award-winning steakhouse in Birmingham, AL famous for serving Certified Angus Beef® steaks. Each steak is cooked to perfection with Saltgrass-7 Steak Spice, and topped with garlic butter. All breads, dressings, soups and desserts are made from scratch daily. Great food and legendary hospitality make Saltgrass an enjoyable experience for the whole family.

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nikole

Dined on Aug 24, 2024

There is not a bad thing on the menu! Our waitress was amazing and very knowledgeable of the menu and drinks! She also made sure we knew about the rewards program! Will go back for all big celebrations!

Bellini's Ristorante & Bar

4.8

4.8 (2910)

$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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Barbra

Dined 6 days ago

Seated next to bar area and there was a very loud crowd that night. Otherwise! Perfect!

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Popular dish

White Chocolate Bread Pudding

4.9

4.9 (627)

$30 and under

Seafood

Birmingham

About the restaurant

Mikey's Grill is owned and operated by Michael (affectionately known as "Mikey") and his sister, Melissa Lee. They have over thirty years of combined restaurant experience. Mikey has only the freshest seafood delivered multiple times a week, he cuts all steaks in house and even makes all of the his own sauces and bread. Mikey's is truly a family affair; with Mikey whipping up amazing creations with a Cajun flare in the kitchen, Melissa, selecting the wine and running the front and even their Mom, Donna, pitches in baking her delectable homemade desserts!
If you are looking for an amazing dining experience, try us out! It is truly one of Hoover, Alabama's hidden gems!!

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Lea

Dined on Oct 1, 2024

Mikey’s grill was one of our favorite places to eat in Hoover. Great service and Food was always good (wonderful steak’s especially). We are sad it has ClLOSED. We will miss you all!!

Seasons 52 - Birmingham

4.8

4.8 (3314)

$31 to $50

American

Birmingham

About the restaurant

Seasons 52 is a Fresh Grill and Wine Bar offering a seasonal menu that is naturally lighter and always flavorful. Our seasonal menus feature ingredients at their peak of freshness, oak-fire grilled or brick oven roasted (without a fryer in sight) to be naturally lighter and more flavorful. We also offer an extensive list of wines by the glass and bottle. Here, you'll always feel free to enjoy every bite, every sip, every moment. Lunch and dinner daily with happy hour Monday-Thursday from 3-6PM.

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Lisa

Dined on Oct 1, 2024

I love Seasons 52. It has something for everyone. The servers are wonderful. I highly recommend Seasons 52.

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Popular dish

Wood-Grilled Idaho Rainbow Trout

Popular dish

GOLDEN BEET

Fleming's Steakhouse - Birmingham

4.7

4.7 (1576)

$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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Kelcie

Dined 4 days ago

Mushroom gouda soup was fire!!!! Steak was a little bluer than I prefer but not enough to send it back.

Galley and Garden

4.7

4.7 (1660)

$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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StevenL

Dined on Sep 30, 2024

This was a sponsored wine tasing and enjoyable. We then went downstairs for dinner -good food. Not loud.

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