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The Essential

Restaurant · Birmingham ·

The Essential

Restaurant · Birmingham ·
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The Best Restaurants in Birmingham, Alabama | Eater Atlanta

"Pastries, pastas, and brunch are the move at this intimate, yet trendy Morris Avenue spot. The space itself is darling, and offerings such as homemade pop-tarts and an A-plus beverage selection make the Essential one of the most Instagrammable restaurants in Birmingham. Open daily, the restaurant takes reservations for lunch and dinner, but its coveted brunch service is first-come, first serve. Nearby siblings Bandit Patisserie and Bar La Fete are also worth a visit." - Sarra Sedghi

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Pastas, pastries, cocktails, and brunch at this trendy spot

chicken piri piri
burger
great service
brunch
pasta
carrot cake
caesar salad
outdoor seating
Google Rating
4.6 (849)
Yelp Rating
4.4
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2215 1st Ave N, Birmingham, AL 35203, USA Get directions

$20–30

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Usually a wait
Limited parking
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Dinner reservations recommended
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Pastas, pastries, cocktails, and brunch at this trendy spot

chicken piri piri
burger
great service
brunch
pasta
carrot cake
caesar salad
outdoor seating
Google Rating
4.6 (849)
Yelp Rating
4.4
Featured in Eater
Featured in
Featured in Conde Nast Traveler
Featured in

2215 1st Ave N, Birmingham, AL 35203, USA Get directions

$20–30

Order delivery
See Menu
Usually a wait
Limited parking
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Dinner reservations recommended
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