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Ralph, AL · Food & Drink
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This Beloved Alabama Meat-and-Three Has Been Serving Home-Cooked Plate Lunches Since 1950
Some places in Birmingham feel less like restaurants and more like part of the family. Every weekday around lunchtime, a long line of hungry folks winds through a wide dining room, trays in hand, choosing from more Southern classics than most people can count. The line looks intimidating, but it...
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Dutch Bros Drive-Thru Eyes Hoover Spot Despite Rival Coffee Shop's Objections
A drive-thru coffee chain known for its neon-bright energy drinks and chatty baristas is angling for a spot in Hoover, where plans call for a 988-square-foot shop tucked between Hobby Lobby and Jersey Mike's Subs at The Plaza at Riverchase. The Hoover Planning and Zoning Commission already gave the proposal its blessing with a unanimous 8-0 vote, though the project still needed sign-off from the Hoover City Council before anything could move forward.
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The Noble South maintains Bib Gourmand recognition in MICHELIN Guide’s 2026 List
After earning a coveted spot on the inaugural MICHELIN Guide Bib Gourmand list for the American South, The Noble South, led by chef/owner Chris Rainosek, has kept the distinction for another year. The list was revealed at the second annual restaurant selection ceremony for the 2026 MICHELIN Guide American South, held in downtown Nashville, Tennessee.
ABC 33/40 News
Mo’Bay Beignet & Burger Co. plans new location in Chelsea
What makes the new Mo’Bay Beignet & Burger Co. location unique in Birmingham?. What social media strategy is Mo’Bay Beignet & Burger Co. using for the new location?. Why did the owner decide to combine two concepts under one name?. Mo’Bay Beignet Co. is preparing to bring a...
Shelby Reporter
CAVA to open at Shoppes at District 31 on Oct. 26
ALABASTER — CAVA is set to open its doors on Monday, Oct. 26, in Alabaster as the latest addition to the Shoppes of District 31 development off Highway 31. The arrival of CAVA off Highway 31 in Alabaster marks the second in the Mediterranean restaurant chain to come to Shelby County after the opening of one along U.S. Highway 280 in September 2022 at Brook Highland Plaza.
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Dutch Bros coming to Hoover
HOOVER, Ala. (WBRC) - Dutch Bros is coming to Hoover. The coffee chain will open along U.S. 31 near Dale’s and Dollar Tree, the city of Hoover confirmed. No additional details or timeline were immediately made available. Dutch Bros started in 1992 as a pushcart in downtown Grants Pass,...
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Wings R King Cuts Ribbon in Pelham, Rounding Out Six-Store Birmingham Run
Wings R King held a ribbon-cutting ceremony on October 8 to mark the opening of its sixth Birmingham-area location, this one tucked into Pelham Plaza at 3018 Pelham Parkway, Suite 104. The fast-casual chain, known for wings, tenders, burgers and other American staples, now has two locations in Shelby County after a search that owner Madyan Mansoob said took about a year and a half to pay off.
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Zozo's Kitchen Plans Hoover Expansion
Zozo's Kitchen is planning an expansion to Hoover's Riverchase area. Hunan Garden was a Riverchase-area staple for at least a decade. Zoe's Kitchen grew to more than 300 restaurants. Marky's Kitchen Joins the Zozo's Brand. Zozo's Kitchen launched on May 1, 2026, when its flagship store opened at 1830 29th...
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Feast On An All-You-Can-Eat Southern Buffet At This Alabama Restaurant That’s Worth The Road Trip
There’s a place in Saraland, Alabama, where the food is so good it’ll make you want to call your grandmother and apologize for every meal you’ve ever eaten elsewhere. Nelson’s Barnyard Buffet is that place, and it’s the kind of Southern dining experience that reminds you why all-you-can-eat was one of humanity’s greatest inventions.
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People Drive From All Over Alabama For The Fried Catfish At This Remote Fish Camp
Most restaurants want to be convenient. Ezell’s Fish Camp in Butler, Alabama has never particularly cared about that, and the food is so good that nobody who’s eaten there has ever held it against them. Butler sits in Choctaw County, which is the kind of place that shows...
ABC 33/40 News
'No one can come in': Birmingham restaurant owner says City Hall events cost his business
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBMA) — When Birmingham City Hall hosts events, Leroy Russell says they can leave his restaurant out of reach. Russell, owner of Spice of Life Jamaica restaurant at 1905 Park Place, says event-related street closures and police barricades near Birmingham City Hall have repeatedly blocked customers from getting to his front door.
The Daily South
5 Foods Chefs Say You Should Always Buy Frozen Instead Of Fresh
Frozen vegetables and fruits are reliable, high-quality options for year-round cooking. Frozen shrimp and rolls save time and ensure consistent results for quick meals. Chefs value frozen items for convenience without sacrificing flavor or quality. No one is above the freezer aisle. Not even chefs. They might not be reaching...