Plan a tasty + walkable progressive dinner in Five Points South

If you’re looking to experience the most unique tastes of Birmingham, then keep reading to find out how to have a perfect dinner in Five Points South. We’ve gathered where and what you should eat, so dig in!

What’s a progressive dinner?

Great question! A progressive dinner is a festive evening of dining out at a different spot for each course. We believe Five Points South has some of the best dining options. The best part—it’s all walkable.

1. Single-bite hors d’oeuvres

OPTION #1: To start your night off right in Five Points South, order the cheesy biscuits at Jim N Nick’s, a classic hors d’oeuvres dish.

• Location: 1908 11th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35205
• Hours: Sunday-Thursday 11AM-8:30PM | Friday-Saturday 11AM-9:30PM
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OPTION #2: Not a fan of the carbs? Head across the street to Ikko and grab steamed edamame, the best combo of sweet, umami and nutty flavors.

• Location: 1909 11th Ave S #2603, Birmingham, AL 35205
• Hours: Sunday-Saturday 11AM-10PM
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2. Best salad goes to…

OPTION #1: A nod towards pop-punk song titles from the 2000s, the “my ex-girlfriend’s sister’s salad” wins the best name for sure. This salad from Black Market is topped with fried chicken, tomatoes and avocado and will make this outing a “day to remember.”

• Location: 1035 20th St S, Birmingham, AL 35205
• Hours: Monday 3PM=12AM | Tuesday-Saturday 11AM-2AM | Sunday 10:30AM-12AM
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OPTION #2: Head over to T-Bone’s Authentic Phillystyle Cheesesteaks and Hoagies for the jerked chicken salad, a mix of bell peppers, onions and chicken in Jamaician jerk sauce. YUM!

• Location: 1017 20th St S, Birmingham, AL 35205
• Hours: Monday-Thursday 11AM-10PM | Friday-Saturday 11AM-11PM
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3. The must-try Five Points South entrée

OPTION #1: Order a slice of the iconic pepporoni pizza from Little Italy. This is also one of the best hang outs spots for local live music, if you’re looking for a chill vibe.

• Location: 1924 11th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35205
• Hours: Sunday-Saturday 3PM-2AM
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OPTION #2: Head to Bay Leaf in Five Points South for Dhaba chicken curry made of coconut milk, onions and tomatoes. This isn’t your mama’s curry.

• Location: 4036 5th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35222
• Hours: Sunsday and Thursday, 11AM-2:30PM; 5-9:30PM | Friday-Saturday 11AM-2:30PM; 5-10PM
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4. Thirsty?

OPTION #1: You can’t have a night out in Five Points South without sipping on a few fun drinks. Dave’s Pub fulfills all your whiskey needs with over 100 whiskeys there’s something for everyone.

• Location: 1128 20th St S, Birmingham, AL 35205
• Hours: Sunday-Saturday 3PM-2AM
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OPTION #2: If you’re planning on going out on a Thursday the Sleek Sports Bar has Karaoke night and half-priced drinks, including draft beer.

• Location: 1005 20th St S, Birmingham, AL 35205
• Hours: Monday-Thursday 11AM-12AM | Friday-Saturday 11AM-12AM | Sunday 12-11PM
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5. Last, but not least, dessert

We all know cookies are a MUST when it comes to dessert. Spice it up a little with the cookiewich, creamy ice cream wedged between two of your favorite cookies. Our choice—double chocolate chip mint cookies with vanilla ice cream.

• Location: 1919 11th Ave S #200, Birmingham, AL 35205
• Hours: Monday-Wednesday 11AM-1AM | Thursday-Friday 11AM-2AM | Saturday 12PM-2AM | Sunday 12PM-1AM
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