8 healthy food spots across Birmingham you need to try

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Whether you’re looking for places to grab a quick and filling lunch or wanting to add a fresh dinner option to your routine, eating healthy doesn’t have to be boring! We’re here to tell you a few of our favorite healthy (and tasty) restaurants around Birmingham.

Did we miss your favorite? Tag us @bhamnow and let us know!

1. Golden Temple Cafe

Golden Temple in Five Points South is Birmingham’s first and longest-running vegetarian restaurant. Since 1973, Golden Temple has served as a Natural Grocery Store and Cafe—serving vegan, vegetarian, organic and gluten-free options.

• Five Points
  • Location: 1901 11th Avenue S Birmingham, AL, 35205
  • Hours: Monday-Saturday 10AM-6PM | Sunday Noon-5PM
• Trussville
  • Location: 1110 N Chalkville Rd Ste 148 Trussville, AL 35173
  • Hours: Monday-Friday 10AM-6PM | Saturday 10AM-5PM
• Menu
• Our pick: Vegan grilled cheese

2. Chopt

Coining “Better Tastes Better” as one of their core values, Chopt emphasizes how ingredients are sourced, treated and prepared.

You can grab a salad, bowl or wrap at two convenient locations around the Greater Birmingham Area.

• Location: Vestavia Hills | The Summit
• Hours: Monday-Saturday 10:30AM-8PM | Sunday 11AM-8PM
• Menu
• Our pick: Serrano heatwave bowl

3. Adam and Eve Café

Opened in late 2024 by Yemeni father and son duo Sam and Sal, Adam and Eve Café is a “hidden gem” in Five Points, offering everything from pastries and sandwiches to crepes, smoothies and even vegan options.

• Location: 1022 20th St S, Birmingham, AL 35205
• Hours: Daily, 8AM-11PM
• Our pick: Citrus Joy Juice

4. Kale Me Crazy

With the menu being as fun as its name, Kale Me Crazy is a must-visit when it comes to healthier options.

Try the Powerhouse and Tropical Trippin’ smoothies and thank me later.

• Location: 1831 28th Ave S #106, Homewood, AL 35209
• Hours: Monday-Saturday 7AM–6PM | Sunday 11AM–6PM
• Menu
• Our pick: Acai bowl or Powerhouse smoothie

5. Chop N Fresh

This “salad concept” eatery sits in Mountain Brook’s Lane Parke. Chop N Fresh is known for serving fresh ingredients from local vendors— plus, they make their dressings in-house every day! Now you have to visit.

• Location: 291 Rele St, Mountain Brook, AL 35223
• Hours: Daily 10:30AM–8PM
• Menu
• Our pick: Chicken pesto bowl

6. Brick & Tin

At Brick & Tin, you can rest assured knowing everything is loaded with ingredients sourced from local farms.

Head to one of their two locations and taste the hearty and healthy items for yourself.

• Downtown Birmingham
  • Location: 214 20th St N, Birmingham, AL 35203
  • Hours: Monday-Friday 10:30AM-3PM | Closed Saturday-Sunday
  • Menu
• Mountain Brook
  • Location: 2901 Cahaba Rd, Mountain Brook, AL 35223
  • Hours: Monday-Saturday 10:30AM-8PM | Sunday 10:30AM-2PM
  • Menu
• Our pick: Mushroom soup + Farro salad

7. Farm Bowl

Whether you’re stopping by for an on-the-go juice, or grabbing an acai bowl with an old friend, Farm Bowl is the place to go.

Nestled in Homewood, this spot also serves delicious oatmeal, dragon fruit bowls and smoothies. It’s your best option to satisfy a sweet tooth but still make a healthy decision.

• Locations: Homewood | Hoover
• Hours: Monday-Friday 7AM-7PM | Saturday-Sunday 8AM-7PM
• Menu
• Our pick: Honey Nut oatmeal bowl

8. Real & Rosemary

Real & Rosemary is one of my favorite spots around town. The selection of local veggies is top-notch and will be a go-to for fresh, healthy food upon your first visit.

I recommend the superfood salad to pretty much everyone I meet.

• Locations: Homewood | Crestline
• Hours: Daily 11AM-8PM (Crestline closed Saturday-Sunday)
• Menu
• Our pick: Superfood salad + Brussel sprout slaw

What did we miss? Tag us @bhamnow and let us know your favorite healthy food spot in Birmingham!