7 of the best gastropubs in Birmingham you should visit

Discover these seven gastropubs in Birmingham for foodies who love comfort food and local beer. Keep reading to find out which ones to visit.

1. The Lumbar

The Lumbar has some of the most creative cocktails and food choices out there. For those who are a child-at-heart, you’ll love their Tetris-shaped tots. I know I do! The food arrives in eco-friendly boxes, which is a pretty cool bonus.

Their Greatest Hits cocktail menu is live—featuring this past year’s favorites, so this is a great time to go. Stay tuned for a fun Women’s History Month menu also hitting The Lumbar on March 1.

• Address: 212 29th St S, Birmingham, AL 35233
• Hours: Sunday, Tuesday-Thursday Noon-7PM | Friday-Saturday Noon-10PM
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BONUS: 5 of the best places for pub food in Birmingham

2. Carrigan’s

Carrigan’s is the top after-work spot to enjoy a beer and a quick bite. Enjoy city views at the Downtown location from the rooftop. While you’re there, try their hand-cut fries and yummy corndogs topped with ranch, guajillo ketchup, cotija cheese and cilantro.

• Downtown Location (21+): 2430 Morris Ave, Birmingham, AL 35203 (Downtown) | 2910 6th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35233 (Lakeview Beer Garden) | 2400 Montevallo Rd, Mountain Brook, AL 35223 (Mountain Brook)
• Hours: Monday-Thursday 4-9PM (Downtown) | Wednesday-Friday 4-9:30PM I Saturday Noon-9:30 I Sunday Noon-7PM (Lakeview) | Tuesday-Thursday 4-9:30PM I Friday 4-11:30PM I Saturday Noon-11:30PM (Mountain Brook)
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3. The Anvil Pub & Grill

The Anvil Pub is one of our favorite gastropubs in Birmingham. Located in Hoover, this pub is THE spot for upscale pub eats. The best part—most of their food comes from local sources.

• Address: 611 Doug Baker Blvd #103, Birmingham, AL 35242
• Hours: Tuesday-Friday 11AM-10PM | Sunday 9AM-5PM
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4. Todd English P.U.B.

Todd’s English P.U.B. is a fan favorite gastropub in Birmingham for their large selection of interesting eats. They have favorites like fish and chips, soft pretzels and tasty sliders. Head to this place from 3-6PM for amazing happy hour deals—$4 pints, $5 cocktails, $3 sliders and more.

• Location: 2221 Richard Arlington Jr. Blvd. N, Birmingham, AL 35203
• Hours: Tuesday-Thursday 4-11PM I Friday-Saturday 4PM-Midnight
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5. Steel Gastropub

Steel Gastropub brings Southern-infused, elevated pub fare to a fun lounge in the Lakeview district. Discover a wide range of craft beer and cocktail selections with funky dishes like a hummus wrap and chicken & waffles.

Raise a glass to their funnel cakes and ice cream—it’s that good.

• Location: 2808 7th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35233
• Hours: Monday-Thirsday 11AM-12AM | Friday 11AM-2AM | Saturday 10AM-2AM | Sunday 10AM-12AM
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6. Jack Brown’s Beer & Burger Joint Birmingham

Jack Brown’s is not your average burger joint. They are grillin’ up flavorful and unique specialty burgers—all made with 100% natural wagyu beef. 

FUN FACT: They were named best burgers in the state.

• Location: 2811 7th Avenue South Birmingham, AL 35233
• Hours: Daily 11-2AM
• Website | Facebook | Instagram

7. Avondale Common House

There’s a reason Avondale was designated Birmingham’s 4th entertainment district. Avondale Common House is one of the many places you can live music and a beer in the neighborhood. Stop by the Common House for some of the best appetizers around like their buffalo cauliflower.

• Location: 4100 3rd Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35222
• Hours: Wednesday-Thursday 11AM-2PM; 4-9PM | Friday 11AM-2PM; 4-10PM | Saturday 11-10PM | Sunday 11AM-3PM
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