Celebrate the Year of Alabama Food with a journey through its diverse dining experiences, from award-winning restaurants and trendy breweries to hidden gem eateries. Delight in the flavors of the South with Alabama's famous BBQ, innovative food truck offerings, and French-inspired cuisine. Alabama's rich culinary landscape invites you to enjoy exceptional dishes, a welcoming atmosphere, and a feast for the senses. Start planning your culinary adventure today and explore the famous food of Alabama.
Whether it's seafood on the Coast or a craft beer in Huntsville, Alabama has some of the greatest food and drink experiences waiting for you.
What food is Alabama known for? Everything from delicious, mouth-watering Alabama BBQ to pastries with a flavor all their own, to five-star Alabama restaurants and small-town breweries. Explore the flavors that make Alabama a must-see foodie destination and let us guide you to your next favorite dish.
Step into a world where flour, butter, and sugar come alive.
Cheers to Alabama's bars, where every sip comes with a story.
Alabama's breweries are a haven for the craft.
Coffee shops are the heartbeat of our mornings.
Alabama's delicatessens are a feast for the senses.
Alabama's dessert spots are where sugar meets artistry.
Alabama's food trucks are a moving feast.
Alabama restaurants; where the heart meets the plate.
From the heartwarming simplicity of meat-and-three diners to the refined elegance of fine dining establishments, Alabama invites you to savor every bite. Delve into a world where traditional comfort meets culinary excellence.
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Birmingham FOOD+ Events: A Culinary Cele...
Birmingham has long been known for its rich history, diverse culture and warm hospitality, however, over the last decade, the city has come into its own over the last decade with the emergence of a vibrant culinary destination with its food scene.
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Alabama’s Barbecue Trail: A Journey thro...
Alabama has come into its own as a foodie’s destination, but did you know that the state also boasts about its rich barbecue history so much so much so that there is a trail dedicated solely to its traditions?
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The Best Places for Seafood Along Alabam...
If you’re looking for the best places for the most delicious seafood in Gulf Shores, we have you covered. We spent weeks researching, and five days eating nothing but seafood to determine the best places to get local seafood and fish.
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Fine Dining Part 4: Mobile’s Culinary El...
Mobile, Alabama, is known for its historic and coastal charm with French influences. The vibrant history of the city includes the first-ever Mardi Gras celebration and parade that dates back to 1711.
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Fine Dining Part 3: Savoring Sophisticat...
Nestled in the heart of Southeast Alabama, Auburn offers a rich fine dining scene that reflects traditional Southern hospitality with a cosmopolitan flair. If you’re a local foodie or visiting the area for the first time, you will find plenty of culinary delights to whet your appetite.
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Tuscaloosa Offers a Taste of the South w...
Tuscaloosa is a city brimming with Southern charm with its vibrant culinary scene. Whether you are a local looking for a new spot or a visitor eager to sample the flavors of the South, Tuscaloosa has something to please everyone’s palate.
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Fine Dining Part 2: Huntsville’s Culinar...
Fine dining in Alabama's Rocket City, a tech hub and city of the future.
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Travels With Darley: The Alabama for Foo...
It’s the Year of Alabama Food, and Darley Newman of Travels With Darley has embarked on a two-part series exploring the great eats in Central and South Alabama.
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Fine Dining Part 1: Alabama’s Culinary O...
Alabama’s emergence as a culinary destination has been on an upward trajectory for decades. Several factors have contributed to the state’s rise in culinary fame including a culinary heritage deeply rooted in Southern cuisines influenced by African, Native American and European flavors as well as a trend towards farm-to-table offerings.
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Southern Comfort
Having a great vacation has a lot to do with where you stay. Check out (and check into) some of the best accommodations in Alabama.
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A Weekend In Birmingham, Alabama
When you think of top foodie destinations in the Southeast US, many of the popular cities are overcrowded, incredibly expensive, and a bit overhyped.
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Show the Love for Alabama’s Restaurants ...
Alabama’s culinary expertise will be on display when Restaurant Week kicks off on Aug. 18. This culinary event showcases an appreciation of Alabama’s diverse cuisine over a two-week period from Aug. 18-27.
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Alabama Has a BBQ Culture All Its Own
Springtime in Alabama is chock full of art, music and food festivals. Visitors can find at least one or two festivals on any given weekend in almost every small town.
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Alabama Serves Up Some of the Best Catfi...
Drive down any backroad or off-the-beaten path road in Alabama and you are bound to come upon a catfish restaurant. Here catfish is just as popular as our barbecue.
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Taste the Freshness
Go shrimping, pick peaches and fry up green tomatoes. Tables overflow with what is grown or caught nearby.
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What to See and Do in the Auburn Area Th...
The City of Auburn was settled by John Harper and others from the state of Georgia in 1836. The city’s name was inspired by Oliver Goldsmith’s poem “The Deserted Village."
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Take in all Tuscaloosa has to Offer this...
The West Alabama city of Tuscaloosa is steeped in history. The city was named after the great Choctaw Chief Black Warrior, and it was incorporated into Alabama’s territory a day before Congress admitted Alabama as a state in 1819.
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Alabama’s BBQ Restaurants, Sauces and Co...
One thing Alabamians know is barbecue, and we’re not talking about the kind where you throw hot dogs and hamburgers on a grill. No, we mean truly authentic, cooked-to-precision barbecue pork, ribs and chicken: the kind you’d travel miles to eat.
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Alabama Breweries
It’s no secret that Alabama’s craft beer scene is truly one of the best, and its large variety of brews is giving craft beer connoisseurs something to cheer about. So, come and enjoy a cold one and escape from the stresses of life at one of Alabama’s amazing breweries. Here are five to get you started:
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Black-Owned Restaurants in Alabama
Are you hungry to support Black-owned restaurants in Alabama? From pizza to barbecue, we have you covered. Check out this list of five Black-owned restaurants serving up culinary masterpieces in Sweet Home Alabama.
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Ring In The New Year With These Lucky Di...
Southerners and Alabamians especially have a tradition for almost every holiday, and New Year’s Day is no different. It’s been said that how you spend the first day of the year is indicative of what the rest of the year will bring - a little extra luck sounds pretty good for 2021....
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Alabama Restaurants Serving Up Homestyle...
There’s nothing better than a home cooked meal, especially in the south, and these Alabama restaurants are serving them up daily. Check out these five restaurants for a taste of homestyle Southern cuisine just like your grandma used to make:
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Indulge In These Caramel Treats This Fal...
Move over pumpkin – caramel is the flavor of this season. Here are five caramel treats that you should indulge in this fall:
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Some Like It Hot: 5 Must-Try Alabama Cof...
Whether you’re a java novice or you grind your own beans, the coffee scene in Alabama has something for everyone. From sweet specialty drinks to no-frills caffeination, you’re sure to find your next regular spot among these local favorites.
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Alabama Restaurants Give Back During Pan...
2020 Alabama Restaurant Week is all about locals and visitors alike showing their support for Alabama restaurants. Although COVID-19 has changed many things, our Alabama restaurant owners have continued to do what they do best… putting the needs of their customers and staff before their own through one-of-a-kind service for their communities.
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2020 James Beard Award Semifinalists
The James Beard Award Semifinalists have been announced, and Alabama restaurants did not disappoint. Check out which ones made the list:.
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Valentine's Day Dining in Sweet Home Ala...
Valentine’s Day is Friday, February 14, and we’re here to help you plan your celebration for this day of love. Here are some of our recommendations for restaurants you can take your valentine to.
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5 Dishes Worth Breaking Your New Year's ...
Whatever your New Year’s resolution may be, we can guarantee these dishes are worth breaking it for.
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Holiday Sweet Treats
The holidays are in full swing, and we want to spread some holiday cheer through the best possible way… sweet holiday confections. Check out some of the local favorites from across Alabama.
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Progressive Thanksgiving Table
Take your taste buds on a journey throughout our state with a progressive five-course Thanksgiving meal.
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Savor The Taste of Fall in Sweet Home Al...
From pumpkin spice bread pudding to butternut squash soup, Alabama has no shortage of fall dishes and beverages that will satisfy your taste buds all season long.
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100 Dishes to Eat in Alabama
What do you do when there is too much delicious food to choose from? If you’re in Alabama, you create the legendary “100 Dishes to Eat in Alabama,” a brochure to help travelers narrow down the very best food our state has to offer.
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Food Truck Fun
There’s something about food that just tastes better from a food truck. Luckily, Alabama is a food truck lover’s dream.
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Dine on the Water
It’s sweet summertime! When the weather is this pretty, we want to be as close to the water as possible, even at dinnertime. Here are some of our favorite waterfront eateries, so you can eat a good meal and enjoy the view.
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Barbecue Time
It’s the summer and it’s time for barbecue! Luckily, Alabama has some of the best barbecue joints in the South. Check out some of our favorite spots below.
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Alabama’s Catch for Savory Seafood
Whether you’re on a family vacation to Alabama’s Gulf Coast or road tripping through our great state, we have some of the best seafood in the South! Check out some of our favorite spots for the freshest catches and savory seafood below.
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Cheers to Alabama 200
Savor the flavors of Alabama's bicentennial!
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Sweet Treats in Sweet Home Alabama
Whether you're shopping for a gift for your sweetheart or just in the mood for something sweet, we wouldn't be Sweet Home without some sweet treats on your adventure. Take a look at some highlights across the state!
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Warm Up: Soups Across Sweet Home Alabama
It's soup season! It may be a bit chilly, but it’s warming up at these soup spots.
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Spooky Eats in Sweet Home Alabama
Enter these restaurants and dine, if you dare....
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Craft Beers Across Alabama's College Tow...
Grab a pint and cheer for the home team! Sweet Home Alabama is serving up frothy glasses of craft beer in some of your favorite football towns.
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5 Hidden Food Gems in Sweet Home Alabama
Not every treasure is marked on the map... Check out some of these hidden gems!
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Romantic Restaurants in Alabama
Whether you're seeking the perfect spot for Valentine's Day or simply trying to have a romantic evening with your special someone, these upscale restaurants are the perfect place to wine and dine your sweetheart!
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5 Healthy Eats in Sweet Home Alabama
Keep your New Year's resolution without sacrificing taste!
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Where to Eat in Alabama's Football Towns
It’s the most wonderful time of the year in Alabama: football season. It doesn’t matter if you’re a hardcore fan or just in it for the Saturday revelry, you’re going to get hungry. Leave the suspense to fourth and 1 – we’ve got the go-to places for chowing down on game day figured out.
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Kid-Friendly Alabama Restaurants Your Fa...
Looking for good food and a fun atmosphere for your children? Alabama offers many dining experiences that are enjoyable for the whole family. Head to one of these restaurants that are sure to satisfy both the young and the young at heart.
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Alabama Beer Flight 4: North Alabama
We’re on to the last stop of our beer flight tour! Just in time for the end of summer, we’re heading to North Alabama.
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Alabama Beer Flight 3: Wiregrass
We’re on to our third beer flight as we tour craft breweries all over the state! Just in time for summer, we’re heading down to the Wiregrass.
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Alabama Beer Flight 2: The Gulf Coast
We’re on to our second beer flight as we tour craft breweries all over the state! Just in time for summer, we’re heading down to Alabama’s Gulf coast.
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Alabama Beer Flight 1: Birmingham
Over the past few years, craft breweries have planted their stake on Alabama. This summer we will be hopping around the state sharing our favorite breweries with you. First up: Beermingham (aka Birmingham!).
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Alabama's Best Cheesy Dishes
Sometimes it’s okay to be a little cheesy, especially when it comes to your food! If you’re a lover of all things cheese, add all these dishes to your must-eat list. Whether you love cheese dip, grilled cheese or cheesecake, we have the perfect fit for you in Alabama.
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Warm Up With Alabama's Best Winter Eats
As the temperatures begin to drop in Alabama, it’s time to start thinking about the best places to warm up with delicious seasonal dishes! Whether it’s a grilled cheese, a bowl of soup or a hot beverage, here are some of Alabama’s coziest treats.
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Everything But Pumpkin: Alabama's Unique...
There’s more to fall’s palate than pumpkin, and Alabama knows it. Treat your taste buds to autumn’s full array of flavors: apple cinnamon, pecan praline, sweet potato and more! Stop by any (or all) of these Alabama restaurants to get your own taste of fall!
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Alabama Restaurant Feature: Saigon Noodl...
We sat down with one of Birmingham’s favorite Vietnamese restaurants to kick off our new restaurant feature series where we will spotlight a different place every month! Saigon Noodle house has two Birmingham locations, one on 280 and one in Avondale, and offers the exotic and delicious flavors of South Vietnam! Continue reading to learn more.
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Alabama's Best Pumpkin Treats
We admit it: We can’t get enough pumpkin-flavored treats during the autumn months. Check out these seasonal treats from around the state.
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Chill Out with Alabama's Best Frozen Tre...
The heat of a Southern summer can be brutal, but one of these cool treats can sure help on a hot, sticky day.
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Waterfront Dining on the Gulf
When the view is as important as the dish, you don’t want to miss these four spots for your next waterfront dining experience on Alabama’s beautiful coast.
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Porches and Patios: Best Places To Eat O...
What’s better than a beautiful day in the South? A beautiful day paired with Alabama food, of course! Take advantage of favorite outdoor eateries across the state. Track down a local food truck, take in a panoramic view of the Gulf or enjoy date night on a candlelit patio. There are plenty of ways to get your fill of fresh air and Alabama food – here are some suggestions to get you started.
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Dog Friendly Alabama Restaurants
Are you traveling through Alabama with your furry friend? Make sure to check out these pet-friendly patios!
