Best Restaurants in Montgomery (2025)

A Cloverdale institution since 1984, Vintage Year blends steaks, Gulf seafood, and a serious cellar. Recognized with a 2025 Wine Spectator Award of Excellence and profiled by local media for its four decades of hospitality.

Set in a restored 1920s bank by the Vintage Hospitality team, Ravello serves refined Italian with Southern ingredients. Covered by WSFA at opening and honored with a 2025 Wine Spectator Award of Excellence.

Family-run since the 1930s, Martin’s is famed for crisp, peppery fried chicken—yes, ask for the pulley-bone cut. Celebrated by Southern Living readers and highlighted by regional food writers.

Opened in 1917, this downtown landmark links food and history—near civil rights sites and known for its chili‑topped dogs. Featured by Food & Wine and noted by Condé Nast Traveler for its cultural significance.

Seafood with river views and live blues at the marina—locals come for oysters and Royal Reds. Recommended by Southern Living as a must for a dozen on the half shell and that sunset deck.

Beloved, family-owned meat‑and‑three serving fried chicken and classic sides inside EJI’s Legacy Pavilion. Applauded by Southern Living readers and covered by the Montgomery Advertiser for its role at the civil rights sites.

Chef‑owner Janet’s Venezuelan comfort cooking—arepas, pabellón, and daily plates—draws downtown regulars. Recommended by Southern Living as a go‑to for global flavor in the Capital City.

Old Cloverdale’s longtime cantina pairs scratch burritos and inventive tacos with a strong margarita game. Praised by local guides and beer enthusiasts, it’s a neighborhood favorite with a loyal following.

Part deli, part market, part bottle shop—this Cloverdale mainstay serves a beloved meat‑and‑two lunch and stocks one of the city’s deepest wine and beer selections. A true local fixture since the late 1990s.

Downtown’s all‑vegan comfort spot turns burgers, nachos, and brunch favorites plant‑based. Noted by Southern Living among local picks and listed by the Vegetarian Resource Group for dependable vegan dining.