The Culinary Scene
Automatic Seafood & Oysters
Bottega Restaurant
Italian / Highland Park
Helen
Seafood / Avondale
Modern Southern / Downtown
Saw's Soul Kitchen
Southern BBQ / Avondale
Chez Fonfon
French Bistro / Five Points
Highlands Bar & Grill
French-Inspired / Five Points
The Inside Scoop
Automatic Seafood
Chef Adam Evans highlights the bounty of the Gulf Coast. The atmosphere is industrial-chic, set within a historic biscuit building. Don't miss the flame-roasted oysters and the fresh yeast rolls.
Saw's Soul Kitchen
Authenticity at its best. This isn't just BBQ; it's a community staple where the Pork n' Greens plate has reached legendary status. Come for the food, stay for the unmistakable vibe of Avondale.
Bottega Restaurant
A cornerstone of the culinary scene, Bottega blends sophisticated Italian flavors with warm Southern soul. The dining room offers an elegant escape perfect for celebrating moments big and small.
Chez Fonfon
A slice of Paris in Five Points South. Known for its charming boule court and the hamburger that many claim to be the finest in America. It's the ultimate neighborhood bistro experience.
Helen
An open-fire kitchen that pays homage to family roots. The smoky aroma of the hearth invites you in for a menu that reimagines classic steakhouse concepts with refined technique and local produce.
Highlands Bar & Grill
The standard-bearer for fine dining in Alabama. Every detail, from the daily-baked grits with country ham to the impeccable service, reminds you why this institution is a national treasure.