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9 amazing Birmingham spots offering carry-out + curbside pickup
We all know the restaurant industry had a rough time during the pandemic. And while things have opened back up, many are still trying to steer clear of eat-in dining establishments. No worries, you can still show your love for local eateries by grabbing your meal to go. Here are a few to try around the Greater Birmingham Area.
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1. ABHI Eatery & Bar
To score your Asian Fusion and Sushi fix, pick up a meal from Abhi Eatery and Bar in Mountain Brook.
Top picks: coconut curry soup and Shanghai Pork Belly Skewers. Menu.
Address: 2721 Cahaba Rd, Mountain Brook, AL 35223
Hours: Sunday-Monday, Thursday 5-9PM, Tuesday, Friday-Saturday 5-9:30PM
Contact: 205.783.1123
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2. Another Broken Egg Café
Breakfast on your mind? From pancakes and grits to omelet and biscuits, you can’t go wrong with a curbside pickup from Another Broken Egg Cafe.
Top picks: Pancake Trio Flight and the Skinny Omelette. Menu.
Address: 2418 Montevallo Rd, Mountain Brook, AL 35223
Hours: Daily, 7AM-2PM
Contact: 205.871.7849
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3. Area 41 Pizza Company
When it’s a beer and ‘za kinda night, grab both to go from Area 41 Pizza Company. With signature brick oven pizzas and a premium beer selection, I dare you to say no.
Top picks: Pizza Margherita and a six-pack of Cahaba Italian Lager. Menu.
Address: 30 Manning Pl, Birmingham, AL 35242
Hours: Tuesday-Thursday 11AM-9PM, Friday-Saturday 11AM-10PM
Contact: 205.995.4141
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4. Chuck’s Fish
You don’t have to eat inside to get an upscale dining experience. Just order from Chuck’s Fish and you’ll see what I mean. From spicy tuna rolls to fried shrimp, the menu is sure to satisfy your seafood cravings. Menu.
Top picks: Gulf Fish Picata and the Crab Cakes.
Address: 5426 US-280, Birmingham, AL 35242
Hours: Monday-Thursday 5-10PM, Friday-Saturday 5-11PM, Sunday 5-9PM
Contact: 205.995.0495
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5. Taziki’s
Tazikis is one of my fave spots to grab food to go. Just consider me a sucker for Mediterranean cuisine, but you will be too when you snag your own order.
Top picks: Grilled Veggie Gyro and Grilled Chicken Roll-Up. Menu.
Address: Liberty Park, 4520 Overton Rd, Birmingham, AL 35242 | 1820 Gadsden Hwy, Trussville, AL 35235
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Contact: Liberty Park 205.956.1300 | Trussville 205.623.3177
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6. The Bright Star
Since 1907, The Bright Star has been feeding guests from across the the Southeast, including Birmingham. With a Greek-style menu and award-winning pie, why wouldn’t it?
Top picks: skip the meal and go straight for dessert with the Lemon Ice Box Pie or Chocolate Almond Pie. Menu.
Address: 304 19th St N, Bessemer, AL 35020
Hours: Sunday + Tuesday-Thursday 11AM-3PM, 4:30-8:30PM | Friday-Saturday 11AM-3PM, 4:30-9PM
Contact: 205.426.1861
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7. The Purple Onion
For your Mediterranean fix, find it at The Purple Onion.
Top picks: the Falafel Plate and the Beef Kabob. Menu.
Address: 737 29th St S, Birmingham, AL 35233 | 1551 Montgomery Hwy, Hoover, AL 35216 | More locations
Hours: Monday-Wednesday 9AM-2AM, Thursday-Sunday 9AM-4AM
Contact: Lakeview 205.749.1991 | Hoover 205.822.7322
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8. The Ridge Eat and Drink
If you’re looking for a place to grab your meal curbside in Vestavia, swing by The Ridge Eat and Drink. Here you’ll find a marvelous selection of American fare that will have you say Mmm!
Top picks: Crunchy Frieds Pickles and The Jamn Gouda Burger. Menu.
Address: 3325-201 Rocky Ridge Plz, Vestavia Hills, AL 35243
Hours: Monday-Thurdsay 11AM-9:30PM, Friday-Saturday 11AM-10:30PM, Sunday 11AM-8PM
Contact: 205.917.5080
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9. Tostadas Homewood
Mexican fare with a twist you say? Count me in! At Tostadas Homewood, you’ll discover a fresh made-to-order menu with all your faves like tacos and chips and queso.
Top picks: Carnita Tostada and The Hot Avocado Tostada. Menu.
Discount Bonus: use discount code CoronaSucks for 15% off your meal.
Address: 1831 28th Ave S, #175 N, Homewood, AL 35209
Hours: Monday-Thursday 11-9PM, Friday-Saturday 11AM-10PM, Sunday 10AM-2PM
Contact: 205.783.1120
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