
One of Birminghamβs favorite beer and burger joints, Jack Brownβs, was recently named in Far & Wideβs βBest Burger Joint in Every U.S. State.β With their delicious menu options, it is no secret why it was voted the best in Alabama!
They have the best burgers in Alabama

Never been to Jack Brownβs? You owe it to yourself to visit! This burger joint is filled with good beer, good people andβof courseβgreat burgers. This establishment sells a wide assortment of fantastic burgers, such as the Shocker, the Cowboy and the Dr. Gonzo.
Jack Brown’s is the work of two childhood friends, Aaron Ludwig and Mike Sabin. For years, the duo shared a dream of opening their own barβLudwig was really into craft beers and Sabin served as a chef for four restaurants. Together they opened the first joint in 2014.
Far & Wide rated the popular bar a 56 and ranked it at #35 tying with Brews Brothers Pub in Wisconsin.
Here’s a peek at their awesome menu
Jack Brown’s is not your average burger jointβin fact, don’t even bother asking for tomato or lettuce! There, you can order a basic burger or a speciality oneβboth made with 100% natural wagyu beef. Here are a few must-try options:
- Elvis: 100% all natural wagyu beef topped with peanut butter, mayo, applewood smoked bacon and American-cheddar cheese
- Greg Brady: 100% all natural wagyu beef topped with house-made mac nβ cheese, American-cheddar cheese and Martinβs BBQ potato chips
- Dr. Gonzo: 100% all natural wagyu beef with sautΓ©ed shrooms, Guinness fried onions, applewood smoked bacon and Swiss cheese

It has a variety of all styles of local and non-local craft beer including:
- Imperial Lanai Sour: Birmingham District Brewing Company
- Gulf Coast IPA: Ghost Train Brewing Company
- TrimTab IPA: TrimTab Brewing Co.
- Location: 2811 7th Avenue South Birmingham, AL 35233
- Hours: open daily 11-2AM
- Contact: 205-203-4512
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