26 Best Cafes near Irondale

“Can’t say enough good things about our recent visit. It was delicious. Don’t miss the wonderful food and friendly service, If you haven’t been, give it a try!“

“we love this place,i get take out on the way home from UAB Highlands...order of meatballs,lasagna, chicken Alfredo,,alway good . we always get at least four meals out of this order. Leftovers are just as good.“

“I have been eating here for over thirty years and having the all you can eat lasagna that is phenomenal on Thursdays or the Richman sub that has olive salad on it that just makes the sandwich if you like olives, it is great! I do enjoy eating here on the patio. They have had an older patio but just renovated the patio and it has a roof and it’s larger. It makes a very nice spot to eat lunch and enjoy the afternoon.“

“The food is always fresh and delicious, the Reuben is my favorite!!! Great people and wonderful service!“

“Great atmosphere! The ham quiche is absolutely delicious“

“Great Place to eat“

“What a wonderful experience! The kitties were all so playful and sweet. And the owner and employees were super sweet as well!“

“Nice, airy café with lite Southern comfort and homestyle fare and many products for sale separately a la carte. No line or trouble finding a table at lunchtime on a Saturday. Service was very friendly, and food was ready fairly quickly. Ordered the Andy Mac Burger and Apple Havarti, both with mac & cheese, and a slice of strawberry cake. All were good, and the Apple Havarti was a particular highlight.“

“I had the croque monsieur avec le ouef. It was sublime. Ham and cheese toasted on bread with garlic aioli, made perfect with a fried egg atop. May have been the best sandwich I’ve ever had. I’ll be back. Outstanding“

“Sorelle was happy to help me when I reached out with a last minute catering request for a dinner party. Their food was incredible and their customer service was just as wonderful! Highly recommend Sorelle for any of your catering needs!“

“Authentic ruebens and many other delicious sammiches and eats! The best (and only) real deal, fresh made limeades in the city. One of the few remaining true soda fountains / sandwich shops around. Bustling and hustling during the lunchtime feedings. Fun and busy atmosphere for sure. Great folks at Gilchrests too - always the same dedicated, and super friendly staff at the helm. Must be how they have maintained such consistency and earned their loyal patrons!It's been a regular stop for me and my family for at least the past 40 years. We've all been raised together on Gilchrests limeades for multiple generations!! Yumsville indeed.“

“These are the best cinnamon rolls I've ever had in my life! I've been a customer for years. I love to go by the store and pick up some frozen cinnamon rolls and bake them one morning for my kids. We recently had some for breakfast on Easter. Highly recommend!“

“Super nice place with kind people and great coffee and sandwiches!“

“Besides the high quality coffee and food, this coffee shop also offer great ambiance and helpful staff. I'm also lowcarb and they had a food option for me.“

“Very nice experience at the Scenic View Cafe. The breakfast was good, and the Coffee was excellent. The hospitality was hands down first class. Here I am, pictured with the owner. Thank you, Ms. SHIRLEY for a wonderful start to my birthday weekend.“

“I've purchased two blends from Herban Soul Cafe. So far, I've tried the Movin on and it is delightful. The strawberry green tea was an excellent touch! Many detox teas are hard on your tummy. Not this one. Great job!“

“Everything Iz catered our fundraising dinner at the Vestavia Civic Center. The guests said it was the best food we have ever served and we have been serving dinners for over a decade. One guest liked the meal so much he threatened to lick his plate! My favorite is the Carmel cake. It is to die for!! I think we HAVE to use Everything Iz to cater our dinners from now on or we may have a revolt on our hands!“

“This is such a cool eclectic cafe and the food is out of this world good! My husband and I love coming here! We have been twice and love it so much! Highly recommend!!!“

“Have been eating here for the past 7 years and have always enjoyed everything, wide range of food. Breakfast is really great, my personal favorite is the cheese omelette with hash browns and bacon. Can not beat the hamburger and that’s what I just ordered for today. Also love the fresh sandwiches especially the roast beef and cheese, ( Boar’s Head Meats ) A lot of co-workers like the Hot Wings also great selection of salads.“

“It's been a year since the first time I dined at The Gardens Cafe. I've dined here a few times since, but thought I'd add my most recent review via my local food review Instagram account, @eatingwithamybham A $20 fine dining experience. Birmingham Restaurant Week begins today. Local participating restaurants will be offering prix fixe menus thru March 3. I kicked off the week with lunch at one of my favorite participating restaurants, The Gardens Cafe. The Gardens Cafe is located at the Birmingham Botanical Gardens & is owned by local restaurateur royalty Kathy G & Co.. Their menu features elevated seasonal Southern favorites in a fine dining setting. The Gardens Cafe's Restaurant Week menu features a choice of entree & dessert for $20. I went with the Pan Seared Almond Crusted Rainbow Trout served over fontina cheese grits, sautéed green beans & classic picatta sauce with lemon, butter & capers. What a stunning presentation. It absolutely tastes as amazing as it looks! I find that trout has a mild, nutty flavor which paired exquisitely with the almond crust & lemony picatta sauce. The fontina cheese grits are silky & flavorful. A bite of the trout with the grits, sauce & briny capers was heavenly. The green beans were cooked perfectly & still had a nice snap. Dessert was Dark Chocolate Mousse with fresh berries & whipped cream. The mousse is decadent, yet light. Just right after a rich entree. The Gardens Cafe's atmosphere is beautiful. It's elegant, but not stuffy. Service is impeccable. Luther always takes excellent care of us, as does the rest of the staff. James, the chef, even came to say hello & made sure we were enjoying ourselves...& we certainly did! I didn't partake in the drink special today, but they're offering a choice of cocktail for $7. I recommend the French 75 (which I always make a "French 76" by asking that vodka be used in place of gin). I highly recommend adding The Gardens to your Bham Restaurant Week "must dine" list.“

“Oh man where do I start??! The taste of this coffee is divine. The baristas are quick and kind, easily able to become your next besties. This place has not just coffee, but also REAL chai and REAL matcha from REAL ethical and sustainable sources. Need a snack? They’ve got everything from full breakfast meals to snacks before lunch to lunchtime sandwiches. All of this and it’s conveniently located in the downtown region center see you can pop by before doing your banking business! There anything more convenient or helpful??? You’ve got to try this place out I know you’ll fall in love with it <3“

“This place was amazing! One of the best burgers i have ever had!! The owner/chef and Angel were so so so nice. I can’t thank them enough. We were driving through from STL to FL and stopped in for a quick lunch with some family. I am so glad we did. We have a 1 year old and 3 year old. The 3 year old didn’t like the sauce on the burger (moms fault) so they got us a new bun and then we asked for some hot water to make a bottle and the owner went above and beyond and boiled water for us so it would stay hot for the rest of our car ride! Thank you so much for the amazing food and kind service.“

“Today was a day straight out of a fairy tale! My dear friend and I ventured to Parkside on 5th, and it was like stepping into a picturesque dream world. The sun shone brightly, casting a warm glow over the lush greenery and vibrant blooms. And to top it off, a stunning blue bird perched on my shoulder, as if it knew I was a princess in disguise! ☀️??But the real magic happened when I shared the experience with my fellow princess (aka my amazing friend)! We cheered, cried, and shared new memories while taking in the sights and sounds, and giggling like schoolgirls. It was a day of pure joy, laughter, and adventure.Parkside on 5th, you have stolen my heart! I can't wait to return and create more enchanting memories together. ✨❤️ #ParksideOn5th #FairyTaleDay #PrincessLife #FriendshipGoals"“

“The chicken salad is PERFECT! It's not dry, I love the flavor and it's always fresh. Picking up lunch and dinner at the same time is so useful - it really helps with the evening rush to be able to pick up fresh food to heat up later. Love this place!Wheelchair accessibility: Parking right out front and open enough to wheel comfortably up to the table.“

“Went for breakfast. The place is very airy and has a good vibe. We were seated promptly and presented with menus. Orrdered Huevos Rolandos and a cream cheese bagel with a side of smoked gouda grits. Everything was really good. Service was also great.“

“THEY ?? KILL ?? IT ?? EVERY ?? TIME ??I love this shop so much! As someone who is very health conscious, with a nutrition background, They have tons of options for any needs!! Their flavors are potent and delicious! It can get overwhelming but DON’T hesitate to ask questions, the staff are so happy to help guide you to the right beverage!!! You won’t regret going here, I hope they continue to flourish ?“