Diners' Choice: Good for special occasions restaurants in Alabama

OpenTable

Updated June 05, 2025

Looking for the best special occasion 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!

FIRE Steak house - Wetumpka

4.9

4.9 (1225)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Montgomery

About the restaurant

At FIRE we put the SIZZLE on the steak. It's our job to deliver an experience you've never had before. We have a talented team of chefs that love and have a passion for great food. Choose FIRE Steakhouse when nothing but the best will do.

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Tara

Dined on Jun 20, 2025

Fire SteakHouse in Wetumpka at WindCreek Casino has the most amazing food and staff.

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New York Style Cheesecake

Galley and Garden

4.8

4.8 (1707)

$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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Darren

Dined 6 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!!

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Popular dish

Bread Pudding

Popular dish

G&G's Own Banana Pudding

Popular dish

Duroc Pork Chop

Amore

4.8

4.8 (2039)

$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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Steven

Dined 4 days ago

The food is fantastic. Best kept secret in Bham. All the service is great . The waitress we had, Alyssa, was as good a waitress as I have seen in a long time.

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Fleming's Steakhouse - Birmingham

4.6

4.6 (1650)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Birmingham

About the restaurant

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 3 days ago

Celebrated my wife’s birthday. Great atmosphere the waiter was fantastic and the food was really good

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Experience

A Night with Paul Hobbs

Experience

Old World Discovery & New World Wonders

Experience

Rooted In Family

Rêve

4.6

4.6 (40)

$31 to $50

French

Birmingham

About the restaurant

Step into Rêve—Birmingham’s premiere destination for innovative, ingredient-driven dining. Whether you’re indulging in our seasonal tasting menus or ordering à la carte from refined house classics, every dish is a celebration of flavor, sustainability, and technique. Prime steaks, dry-aged in house, and pristine seafood flown in daily set the stage for an unforgettable experience. Dine inside our intimate dining room or unwind on our cozy outdoor patio. Signature dishes like molasses-glazed duck and our famed foie gras course speak to our commitment to whole-animal usage and culinary storytelling. Perfect for date nights, special occasions, or your next elevated night out. Tasting menus available nightly, with limited patio seating and à la carte offerings always welcome. Reservations are strongly encouraged—your table at Rêve awaits.

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Jennifer

Dined 5 days ago

I can’t begin to describe how lucky we are to have this restaurant in BHAM. First off, it’s located in the Pizitz Building which puts you right in the heart of the city within walking distance to just about anywhere you want to go. The service is superb, the wine is out of this world (I am a huge wine snob), the canapáys are scrumptious, the appetizers are literally to die for, the entree is out of this world, and the desserts are just phenomenal. Every single course tastes beautiful. We went for our anniversary and they pulled out all of the tricks to make a woman smile and feel special. We’ve been to tasting tables and most of them are about the food looking pretty and checking boxes. Chef Jacob’s food is beautiful yet it also tastes like Heaven. Chef Jacob is accessible and will accommodate food restrictions without judgment. Another fabulous thing about this tasting menu is that you don’t have to pair your drinks with food, you can order whatever drink you want AND you don’t have to sit with strangers. They offer private seating. We left stuffed and satisfied. The staff graciously took photos to document our experience and genuinely wanted to treat us like kings and queens. Run, don’t walk to Rêve. It’s the new go to restaurant in BHAM.

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Experience

The Atelier Menu (Six Course)

Experience

The Full Story Menu ( Ten Course)

Experience

à la carte

Texas de Brazil - Birmingham

4.4

4.4 (4264)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Birmingham

About the restaurant

Texas de Brazil, is a Brazilian steakhouse, or churrascaria, that features endless servings of flame-grilled beef, lamb, pork, chicken, and Brazilian sausage as well as an extravagant salad area with a wide array of seasonal chef-crafted items.

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Scott

Dined on Jun 23, 2025

Great dining experience! Outstanding salad bar and the meat was incredible! Very attentive service, will visit again and recommend!

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Experience

HAPPY HOUR Mon-Fri

Forte

4.4

4.4 (81)

$31 to $50

Italian

Tuscaloosa

About the restaurant

Situated in the bustling downtown area of Tuscaloosa, Forte effortlessly combines the allure of traditional old-world European cuisine with the refinement of a contemporary ambiance. Enter a realm where enduring tastes converge with modern sophistication, crafting an exceptional and memorable dining journey.

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Cindy

Dined on May 8, 2025

our waiter was super friendly and very helpful with the menu

Tom Brown's Restaurant- Huntsville

4.4

4.4 (468)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Huntsville

About the restaurant

Huntsville's Best Steak and Seafood Restaurant.

Tom Brown’s Restaurant specializes in wet aged hand-cut Certified Angus Beef, the freshest seafood flown in, and house-made entrees. We serve only exceptional food with authentic hospitality. On the wetter side, choose from house craft beers, an extensive wine list, and signature hand crafted cocktails.

With two large, covered patios, a spacious dining room, and custom 30 foot long bar, Tom Brown’s has plenty of space to enjoy food, family and friends in a casual, welcoming environment!

We have two private rooms for your special occasions. Please contact us directly to see how we can help make your event memorable.

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Elaine

Dined on May 24, 2025

We had an excellent experience overall. Being honest the food was wonderful, just (for my taste) a tad over-seasoned. I had the steak tips and shrimp. The steak was perfectly medium rare and delicious. The shrimp was a bit too seasoned for me but very good. I am probably picky about peppery seasoning and will ask for less another time. My husband had Tom’s Choice and enjoyed his Birthday dinner very much. Dessert was fabulous and the service from Deidra exceptional, friendly and some of the best we’ve had anywhere.

Bravo Italian Kitchen - Huntsville - Bridge Street

4.3

4.3 (1992)

$30 and under

Italian

Huntsville

About the restaurant

Bravo Huntsville is an upscale-casual Italian restaurant in Huntsville, perfect for those seeking authentic pasta, wood-fired pizza, and signature entrées. Enjoy handcrafted cocktails and wine in our inviting, family-friendly atmosphere, surrounded by stunning Roman-ruin décor. Planning a holiday party or Thanksgiving celebration? We offer catering services and easy reservations to make your event special. Whether dining in or ordering online, Bravo Huntsville is the place to eat in Huntsville, AL for great Italian cuisine. Visit us today-reserve your table or order online!

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Michael

Dined 4 days ago

Grilled Salmon Fresca was delicious. Service was very good.

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Emmy Squared Pizza - The Summit, Birmingham

4.3

4.3 (125)