The Dumbwaiter Restaurant

Name: The Dumbwaiter Restaurant
Address: 167 Dauphin St, Mobile, AL, United States, 36602
Telephone: (251) 445-3802
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.7

4.7

1107 Reviews

$31 to $50

Contemporary Southern

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Dumbwaiter is reminiscent of the nostalgic southern charm for which the city of Mobile is so well known. While quirky and quaint, this vital kitchen tool serves as an example of early restaurant innovation . Likewise, our restaurant integrates modern technology with the charm of yesteryear to provide a first class dining experience. The Dumbwaiter represents our commitment to carrying on the tradition of excellence from the kitchen, to the server, to your table.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

May 26, 2022

May 2022

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7:00 PM

Booked 4 times today

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
Contemporary Southern, Comfort Food
Hours of operation
Dinner: Monday - Friday: 5:00pm - 9:30pm, Saturday: 5:00pm - 9:30pm
Phone number
(251) 445-3802
Website
http://www.dumbwaiterrestaurant.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
David Byars

Location
167 Dauphin St Mobile, AL 36602
Neighborhood
Mobile
Cross street
N. Conception St.
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Deep Fried Pimentos$8.00
Breaded house made pimento cheese, apple-bacon jam, candied onions, and wickles
Oysters Buffa-Loda$12.00
Buffalo backed oysters, blue cheese crema, bread for sopping
New South Brussels' Sprouts$11.00
Bill E's bacon lardons, shaved red onion, honey-balsamic dressing
Corn & Crab Beignets$8.00
Rough cut southern slaw, sriracha comeback sauce
Oysters on the Half Shell
Shucked to order lemon, cocktail, traditional mignonette half dozen/dozen
- MP
Green Tomato Stack$12.00
Cornmeal dusted green tomatoes, Creole mozzarella, Conecuh and crab sauce

Supper Somewhat

Seared Scallops$18.00
Roasted winter vegetables, extra virgin olive oil, coarse sea salt
Meat & Potatoes$23.00
Wagyu flat iron, roasted fingerling potatoes, baby carrots, house made Worcestershire
Crab Cakes$20.00
Pan fried garlicky kale, late harvest sweet corn puree
Chop Salad$24.00
Hardboiled egg, onion, radish, cucumber, peppers, Bill E's bacon, smoked blue cheese dressing & 4oz filet
Dumbwaiter's Signature Burger$15.00
8oz C.A.B. ground chuck, confit slab of Bill E's bacon, house made pimento cheese, wickles, tomato-bacon jam, house cut fries

Embellishments

Cheddar Grits$4.00
house cut fries, goat cheese-scallion mashed potatoes, seasonal vegetables, pan fried kale
Grilled Asparagus$6.00
butter glazed baby carrots, roasted fingerling potatoes, bacon caramel green beans

Roughage & Comfort

Caesar Salad$9.00
Romaine, house made dressing, pickled white anchovies, garlic croutons, parmesan
Craine Creek Mixed Greens$8.00
sliced apple, cranberries, goat cheese, fried pecans, honey-balsamic vinaigrette
Good Ole Salad$10.00
hardboiled egg, onions, radish, tomato, cucumber, peppers, lardons, smoked blue cheese dressing
Seafood Gumbo$10.00
White rice, mirepoix, andouille & Conecuh sausage
Soup Creation$8.00
Chef's Daily Feature

Signature Entree

Shrimp & Grits$27.00
Cheddar grits, creole style Conecuh, andouille cream reducation
Creole Seafood Pasta$29.00
Fresh tortellini, kale, sausage, shrimp, crawfish, and crab, Creole cream sauce
Pecan Crusted Joyce Farms Chicken Breast$27.00
Local seasonal vegetables, earthy herb pan gravy
From Hook To Table
Daily fish served with cheddar grits, bacon carmel green beans, Conecuh shrimp sauce
- MP
Pot Roast on a Plate$34.00
Braised short rib, fingerling potatoes, roasted carrots, bacon jam and smoked blue cheese
Tensaw Tournedos$36.00
Two 4oz filets, bourbon-peppercorn sauce, goat cheese-scallion mashed potatoes, grilled asparagus, blackened crawfish tails
Causeway Benedict$32.00
Buttermilk biscuit, fried green tomato, mozzarella, crab cake, petite filet, sunny side egg, Conecuh-parmesan crab sauce
Grilled Lamb Chops$38.00
Roasted fingerling potatoes, sauteed kale, dill tzatziki, feta spread
Double Cut Grilled Pork Chop$38.00
Maple glaze, roasted pears, bleu cheese, bacon caramel green beans
Center Cut Filet Mignon$40.00
Goat cheese-scallion mashed potatoes, braised mushrooms
Cutting Board
Daily featured from the beast with seasonal embellishments
- MP

What 1,107 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

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Hot Spot
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Neighborhood Gem
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Notable Wine List
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Romantic
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Best Overall
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Best Food
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Best Service
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Best Ambiance
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Best Value
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Fit for Foodies
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Great for Lunch
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Notable Wine List
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Special Occasion
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OpenTable Diner
New Orleans
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything was wonderful!!
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MauraS
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a late night reservation and they were very accommodating. Our meals were excellent. A great blend of flavors and texture. A must visit.
MD
MikeD
New York Area
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on May 14, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Great dinner
OT
OpenTable Diner
Baton Rouge
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 13, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything was absolutely phenomenal! Can’t recommend this place enough. Can’t wait to go back to Mobile to eat there again!
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Lexie
New Orleans
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 12, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
I had the meat and potatoes and it was divine!
DB
DianeB
Baton Rouge
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delish food- excellent service. My only issue is that you must pay cash- or have 3.25% added to your bill. A very antiquated policy.
JG
JenniferG
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 1, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Perfect place to celebrate our First Anniversary!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Mississippi
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on May 1, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food.
CJ
CarolJ
Tallahassee
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Best collards I have ever eaten and I’ve eaten a lot.
G
Gabor
Atlanta
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 29, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
John was our server and the service was impeccable. Our appetizers were the blackened shrimp and fried green tomatoes, both large servings and innovatively executed, really delicious. We also had the lamb, which was excellent. Not everyone knows how to prepare lamb properly, but this was superb. In addition, even though the place was busy, the service was very fast.
TR
TarranceR
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on April 22, 2022
overall1food1service5ambience5
Pasta was not what I expected , shrimp wasn’t seasoned , I didn’t see any crab in my dish. My husband had the steak and potato, steak was disgusting , potatoes was mushy , the pomegranate drinks were good though , definitely not worth the cost.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Mobile
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on April 22, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
Meal was very good. I had the Mahi-Mahi. Bread pudding was more bread than pudding. Very dry. Wish I had ordered different dessert. Chairs are always cold and uncomfortable, but I guess that prevents people from overstaying. Overall recommend.
WH
WesleyH
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
LOVE Dumbwaiter! Always a pleasure to go there. Will be back of course!
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Gregger
Orange County
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on April 16, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience4
On our never ending quest to find a restaurant that we would like to go back to we’re happy to say that this is now on the list. Our waiter Johnn was perfect the food was great, right across from Bienville square, street musicians in the background it was a perfect night.
TB
TheBroomstickSweep
Seattle
43 reviews
vip
4.0
43 reviews
Dined on April 13, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience4
For the brick walls (circa 1830's) and hard wood floors the noise level was very good. Food was very adequate portion size and quite nicely presented. The wine list was varied with a good selection of "open" bottles. Open kitchen with a view. Must have reservations, for sure. Succinct menu with a good selection of sides including veggies. Overall, very nice and a return visit is in the works.
BV
BethV
Mobile
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on April 12, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Very nice location and meal.
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Katie
Atlanta
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Best meal we've had in a while. The creole pasta dish was our fave at the table, but the shrimp and grits was amazing, and my steak was cooked to perfection. No plate on our table was short of amazing. A must-do the next time we're in Mobile.
BW
BlanchardW
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Haley was a awesome waitress.The Food was very good
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tfish
New Orleans
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on April 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everyone enjoyed our overall experience very much. We were seated promptly and the side room was very quiet as compared to the rest of the restaurant. Great time and easy to have conversations with the decreased noise level. Would definitely recommend!
T
Twilliams
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The absolute best food we've had! No matter what you get its good every time. Also, can't beat the first class service.
Y
Yummy
New England
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 8, 2022
overall4food5service5ambience3
Great food and service. Wishing there was some light music for ambiance.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Milwaukee
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 2, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We loved this restaurant!! We enjoyed tasty food and drink. Haley is a wonderful server with a great personality. The strawberry caramel bread pudding was a delightful southern treat.
TJ
TylerJ
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 2, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food, no matter what you’re looking for!
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 1, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great menu, I would have been happy with just about everything offered.
CM
ChuckM
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 23, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Had the steak and was wonderful . Would definitely recommend this place and we will be going back
EK
EvelynK
Memphis/West TN
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 11, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was fantastic and so was the service. We would definitely recommend it if you’re in Mobile!
SB
ScottB
Phoenix
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on March 11, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience5
Dinner was good. My risotto was undercooked a bit and salty. Everything else was amazing. We tried the Oreo bread pudding for dessert. Was good but wish we had gone with the brownie instead.
BD
BobD
Cincinnati
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on March 11, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
Very large, tasty and unique brussel sprout appetizer.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Fort Lauderdale
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on March 9, 2022
overall3food3service3ambience4
I love this place…but The menu is getting tired. Proper wine service training should be provided. If we are getting technical, the Demi glacé was so sweet that it was difficult to eat the tenderloin. It was almost like a ponzu of sorts…. Ordered a bottle of wine, Paso Robles Cab. The bottle was never displayed to us and we were never offered to try it prior to accepting. This is a mere serving standard when it comes to wine service at any restaurant. I’m not dogging the place and I’ll be back… but there is an overall lack of passion that the chef or owner should address. Time for some creativity.
LE
LiteEater
Los Angeles
74 reviews
vip
5.0
74 reviews
Dined on March 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food, truly exceptional service!! Skylar was happy., helpful, efficient, and observant enough to actually take care of filling water/ drinks before we needed to ask. We will definitely be back!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Mobile
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on March 4, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
This is my wife’s favorite restaurant, well also mine. We eat here a few times a month.
PR
PeggyR
Tampa
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on March 3, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The service was excellent. I had blackened red fish…..perfectly prepared. This was a fun place where we were able to talk and relax and enjoy our great food.
MT
MarianneT
Mobile
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on March 3, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience4
Great selection of fresh seafood dishes. The brussels sprouts are excellent!
MW
MWarren1729
Mississippi
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Think this was the best meal I have ever had! From the appetizers to the main dish it was just amazing. Everyone was so polite and welcoming and our server was in training but he was great!! This is a must eat place if you’re in the area I will definitely be back!!
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on February 17, 2022
overall4food3service5ambience5
The service was excellent and the food tasted great, however, it was very small portions for how expensive it is.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Darby is amazing! We request her each time we visit. She is very knowledgeable about the menu and always has perfect suggestions.
B
Beni77
Atlanta
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on February 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Really nice restaurant , great atmosphere , service was good . Not a huge menu but everything you need .
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 6, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a great date night! The tensaw tornaoes and catch of the day were delicious!
S
Seamuppett
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
It was my first time there last night and everything was amazing. Started with their New South Brussel Sprouts and Grilled Shrimp and finished off with Lamb Chops...it was absolutely delicious. The service was great too. Darby was my waitress and was quick, efficient, and very informative as well. Will definitely come back again soon!
B
Brit223
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on January 23, 2022
overall1food1service1ambience5
The food was cold, we were charged a 10 dollar cake fee. The waitress brought out a spatula to cut the cake and refused to cut it for us.

FAQs

The Dumbwaiter Restaurant is rated 4.7 stars by 1107 OpenTable diners.

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

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

May 26, 2022

May 2022

Sun

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

7:00 PM

Booked 4 times today

Google Map for The Dumbwaiter Restaurant

167 Dauphin St Mobile, AL 36602

Additional information

Cross street
N. Conception St.
Neighborhood
Mobile
Hours of operation
Dinner: Monday - Friday: 5:00pm - 9:30pm, Saturday: 5:00pm - 9:30pm
Cuisines
Contemporary Southern, Comfort Food
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Executive chef
David Byars
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.dumbwaiterrestaurant.com/
Phone number
(251) 445-3802

The Dumbwaiter Restaurant

Make a reservation

Additional information

New South Brussels' Sprouts

Shrimp &amp Grits

Seared Scallops

To Begin With

Deep Fried Pimentos$8.00

Oysters Buffa-Loda$12.00

New South Brussels' Sprouts$11.00

Corn & Crab Beignets$8.00

Oysters on the Half Shell

Green Tomato Stack$12.00

Supper Somewhat

Seared Scallops$18.00

Meat & Potatoes$23.00

Crab Cakes$20.00

Chop Salad$24.00

Dumbwaiter's Signature Burger$15.00

Embellishments

Cheddar Grits$4.00

Grilled Asparagus$6.00

Roughage & Comfort

Caesar Salad$9.00

Craine Creek Mixed Greens$8.00

Good Ole Salad$10.00

Seafood Gumbo$10.00

Soup Creation$8.00

Signature Entree

Shrimp & Grits$27.00

Creole Seafood Pasta$29.00

Pecan Crusted Joyce Farms Chicken Breast$27.00

From Hook To Table

Pot Roast on a Plate$34.00

Tensaw Tournedos$36.00

Causeway Benedict$32.00

Grilled Lamb Chops$38.00

Double Cut Grilled Pork Chop$38.00

Center Cut Filet Mignon$40.00

Cutting Board

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