Diners' Choice: Best Overall restaurants in Alabama

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Updated May 05, 2025

Looking for the best overall restaurants in Alabama? 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!

Bunkers

4.7

4.7 (16)

$30 and under

American

Auburn

About the restaurant

Located in the heart of downtown Auburn, and just a block from Toomer’s Corner, Bunkers is tee’d up to serve you every day for lunch and dinner with brunch on Sundays.

We have five semi-private simulator suites with comfortable seating that can be reserved for up to 10 guests. The suites can be booked daily to experience the state-of-the-art immersive sports game simulators featuring golf, football, and more.

The suites can also be reserved for game-day Saturdays, the Super Bowl, and other sporting events or pay-per-view watch parties.

Top review

markVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Nicole took great care of us! Great place and a lot of bourbon!

Founders Pub

4.9

4.9 (108)

$30 and under

Contemporary Southern

Birmingham

About the restaurant

Founder's Pub is The Farm’s exclusive restaurant offering chef-inspired selections throughout the day along with a fully stocked bar of spirits and beverages. Sit back and enjoy the view over the bucolic marble valley while enjoying a signature cocktail and savory cuisine.

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Kev

Dined on Mar 20, 2025

This was a great first experience for me. What a great experience it was too. The food was great, the service was beyond our expectations. It is great to see motivated workers who seem to work very well together. The facility is absolutely fabulous and the food was by far the best I have had EVER! Thank you for a great first experience...I will be back.

Blue Sushi Sake Grill - Birmingham

4.8

4.8 (455)

$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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Rocky

Dined on May 1, 2025

Excellent food and service. Pleasant experience.

Itta Bena -Montgomery

4.8

4.8 (826)

$31 to $50

American

Montgomery

About the restaurant

Itta Bena Montgomery is located within the new Wind Creek Casino and Hotel Montgomery. Enter through either the hotel pool bar area or through the BB King's Blues Club and its exclusive Red Velvet Elevator to reach the elegant Blues themed Speakeasy style steakhouse featuring the finest in New Southern Cuisine and the best hand selected Grilled Steaks, Seafood and fine Wines and Spirits. Relax and enjoy the views of the beautiful Pool and Spa while listening to soft live music and the finest blues.

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Jerrod

Dined on Apr 16, 2025

Very nice place for a special occasion. Staff was great

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4.8

4.8 (3282)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Huntsville

About the restaurant

Char is a Southern-style modern steakhouse offering USDA Prime and Choice cuts of meat, fresh seafood, home-style sides to share, weekday lunch specials, classic cocktails and an extensive wine and bourbon selection. Reservations are accepted via OpenTable for parties of six or less. For larger groups, please call the restaurant directly at 256.384.4465.

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Cara

Dined 1 day ago

Our family of five—two adults and three kids—had a fantastic dining experience at Char - Huntsville. The food was nothing short of exceptional, with every bite bursting with flavor and quality. From perfectly cooked entrees to satisfying sides, each dish was thoughtfully prepared and truly delicious. The atmosphere leaned toward the swanky side, offering a stylish and upscale vibe that made the meal feel special. While the ambience was noticeably loud, it never became overwhelming, allowing us to enjoy our meal without disruption. The lively environment actually added to the energy of the afternoon, making it feel vibrant rather than chaotic. Overall, Char - Huntsville delivered a great experience—excellent food, an upscale setting, and an enjoyable afternoon out for our family. If you're looking for a spot that balances sophistication with a welcoming environment for both adults and kids, this is a solid choice!

Daniel George Restaurant and Bar

4.8

4.8 (1524)

$31 to $50

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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MatthewVIP

Dined 3 days ago

Our service was wonderful, our wine list was very impressive, and our food was excellent. There is no other choice in Birmingham, after DG!

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Popular dish

Pappardelle Bolognese

Amore

4.8

4.8 (2005)

$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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Karen

Dined on Apr 30, 2025

Excellent food, excellent service. Definitely the “go to” restaurant in Birmingham.

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Connors Steak & Seafood - Huntsville

4.8

4.8 (7315)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Huntsville

About the restaurant

Connors Steak & Seafood specializes in fresh seafood and premium aged steaks, as well as gourmet salads, pastas and more! Enjoy a memorable evening with friends and family in our well-appointed dining rooms, or stop by for the lunch you and your associates deserve. Our friendly service and flavorful fare will keep you coming back for more.

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Debbie

Dined 5 days ago

Always a pleasure to dine at Connor's! Delicious food and fine service are a definite for each visit.

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4.8

4.8 (42)

$31 to $50

Contemporary Southern

Prattville

About the restaurant

Upscale Dining: Dinner + Happy Hour + Sunday Brunch + Weekend Late Nights!
Nestled in the vibrant heart of Historic Downtown Prattville, 243 South welcomes locals and travelers alike to immerse themselves in an unforgettable dining experience. Our restaurant is a haven of warm hospitality, where every guest is treated like family. Indulge in a delightful meal crafted with the freshest ingredients and savor a unique cocktail that perfectly complements the rich tapestry of history surrounding you. 243 South promises a memorable culinary journey that celebrates the spirit and heritage of this remarkable area.

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adamVIP

Dined 1 day ago

Food was good, but the restaurant was uncomfortably loud. Granted, we went on a Friday night but before the “late night drinks” portion of the evening. The music was so loud we couldn’t hear the waitress or anyone else at our table. Everyone in the restaurant had to shout to hear each other over the music, just seemed way more like a bar than a restaurant.

Elevation Bistro

4.7

4.7 (449)

$31 to $50

American

Fort Payne

About the restaurant

Elevation Bistro is an intimate and inviting restaurant located in the heart of Mentone, Alabama. We proudly offer menus of locally and regionally sourced ingredients in a cozy and rustic mountain town atop beautiful Lookout Mountain. Reservations are not required but highly recommended.

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ChrisVIP

Dined 7 days ago

A perfect way to close out our weekend. Our meals and the service… perfect as always.

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