Current Charcoal Grill

Our waiter was helpful in discussing the menu and specials, and was attentive through our meal. The interior is decorated beautifully with tile and textiles obviously carefully paired throughout. We were very happy with the flavors of the dumpling appetizer with szechuan sauce (my personal favorite plate of the night) and also enjoyed the salt and pepper shrimp. The beef short rib dish was very flavorful and building the lettuce wraps was fun. The tuna tataki was visually stunning and the tuna itself was excellent but the other ingredients didn’t seem to add as much flavor as I expected. Overall we were very full and happy with the meal, and the variety of the menu means we will definitely be back to try new combinations!

Words cannot describe the flavors coming out of this kitchen. The food is superb. The presentation of the dishes is Michelin grade. The service is fantastic and the atmosphere is killer. Michelle was our waitress and she was on point. It may be on the higher end for price but wow was it worth it. Definitely recommend this spot.

I had a great dinner in this restaurant. Great food quality. The pork belly was amazing. The chicken liver pate was delicious. Great cocktails and vines. The service was friendly and attended. Nice atmosphere but a little bit too loud. Pricy however great food quality.

Top 10 restaurant in Birmingham Alabama hands down. Make sure you make a reservation well on advance if you are planning a special dinner. Located within easy walking distance of Railroad Park and Regions field. You will not be disappointed with you visit here. Starting with the appetizers, there's something for everyone to choose from, we went with the Snapper Collar and it was spot on. It was very tender and moist with great flavor. Our entrees were the 1/2 Chicken with Brussel Sprouts and the Coal Roasted Snapper. Both were cooked to perfection and seasoned just as we requested. Our server was very knowledgeable and attentive. You can not go wrong with anything on their menu. All of the plates we saw had very generous portions. Nice Job Team...

Our party had a wonderful experience here. Our server, Fabio, was knowledgeable about the entire menu and had great suggestions! If you're lucky enough to be able to get the Peking Duck, it's to die for! Everything was delicious and the atmosphere is comfortable! It's an upscale restaurant that I would highly recommend!

Was visiting from out of town and looking for a relaxed, upscale spot. Came here and was impressed! Semi-humid day, so the AC was already refreshing. Huge ceilings meant tall shelves as well as a tastefully decorative interior. I had great service from a fellow who was quite helpful in assisting memorable dishes. I started with colorful crisps paired with a dry ceviche-like dip. I moved on to their delectable version of a Bahn-Mi. Thin meat with a hint of heat satisfied my palette. Would certainly go back the next time I’m in the area!

What an incredible dining experience in Birmingham! I would say that this was probably the most creative and delicious meal that I’ve had in a while. Our server Eloise was very knowledgeable and helped us step outside of our comfort zone with dinner. We had an appetizer with chicken liver and I was pleasantly surprised by how full flavored it was. We came for our anniversary and Eloise was just super thoughtful and helpful. The food did take a minute to come out, but overall it didn’t matter. It was a unique dining experience with a lot of shareable meals. You can make this as expensive as you wanted it to be but don’t have to break the bank to have a delicious meal at the same time. Really neat ambience and trendy atmosphere.

We came here for my friend's birthday and it was a great choice! The food is fresh and delicious. The service is excellent: recommendations, timing of small plates and entrees, as well as demeanor. Highly recommend this place! They have options for veggie, land, or sea lovers. Plus it's all fresh!

We had a fantastic experience at Current Charcoal Grill. The server, Eric, was excellent--attentive, friendly, and knowledgeable. The menu changes often, so don't expect the same dishes every time, but that's part of the charm. We started with the sweet corn ribs and soy pickled cucumbers--both fresh and flavorful. For my main, I had the whole fluke flounder, perfectly cooked and beautifully presented. We shared a side of steamed rice, which complemented everything nicely. Highly recommend for a seasonal, thoughtful dining experience. Oh and dessert- the miso custard tart!!!!!

Our first experience at Current Charcoal Grill. We walked from Red Mountain Theater after the show, right next door & arrived 20 minutes before our resy. Very cool vibe with rustic, elegant ambiance. We all 4 set at the bar and enjoyed happy hour drinks and appetizer. "Mini martini" 10.00 and Salmon Roe Onion Dip with housemade potato chips. The only appetizer offered, by the way. A happy hour menu should offer more than one appetizer. Service was very good from the bar to dinner service. Noah (the bar) offered great service! Kaitlyn was our server. She was very knowledgeable and explained each menu item we asked about. We ordered the dumplings for a starter. Very unique but just ok. Not a lot of flavor but very artistic presentation. My husband and I ordered the Iberia Pork, imported from Spain. Served on top of caramelized onions and fresh herb salad. Bony melon sliced on top of the pork was unique and lovely except for too much fish sauce. Again, just ok. We ordered steamed rice on the side, along with the spring rolls. My husband and I shared. Everything served with sauces, which were very sweet. Iberia Pork was tender. 55.00 . No rice served with the entree which is why we ordered a side of steamed rice. We felt everything was over priced. Our friend ordered the flounder and eggplant. He said it was very good. We ordered a dessert for our friend's birthday; Miso Tart Brûlée. We all tasted it. Delicious and unique. Not a favorite dining experience but not our least favorite either. We always try the new restaurants when they open here in Birmingham. So grateful for the evolving food scene in the Magic City!!

to chef / cook person pls i need the fried rice back the black rice the fire rice charcol rice you did it once. i had it. i ate it on the bench outside with a plastic fork. you gave me water. it was good day. i come back every thursday. i wait. menu keeps changing. no rice. no smoke. just words i cant say. you changed it. why. it was right before. hot and burnt and soft inside. i saved a piece in my pocket. it's gone now. nobody listens. they say "we rotate." rotate what?? it's gone. bring it back 1 time. i'll know. i'll feel it. i don't need anything else. just the rice.

As an American Born Chinese, I'm a manifestation of Asian fusion, so when someone told me that Current is good Asian fusion, I knew I had to be the judge of that. On the table: pork katsu bao, sweetcorn ribs, whole fluke flounder, soy pickled cucumbers, crispy potatoes. Pork katsu bao - I was very pleased. The pork deep fried into a cake was a creative southern spin on a classic staple of the orient. Sweetcorn ribs - this felt more like a Mexican street food to me as cheese isn't really a thing in most Pacific Asian cuisine, but I still liked the dish and really liked the stracciatella cheese and chili crisps (I'm a big fan of chili crisps - Lao Gan Ma is the most popular chili crisp brand you can find at any Asian grocery). Whole fluke flounder - another pretty good fusion with the butter and soy. Normally this type of dish is steamed in traditional Chinese cuisine. I can appreciate the attempt to fry it, but it didn't work for me like it did on the pork bun. It felt like the fish fry dried it out too much since the flounder itself was already pretty thin. I do love the fact that the fish came out bone-in. Most Americans are pretty scared of bones . One thing I wish I had was a bowl of rice to eat with the sauce, but I wasn't going to pay $8 for a side of rice. Soy pickled cucumbers - good. Crispy potatoes - good, enjoyed the curry mayo. One suggestion I have is to improve the organization of the menu. Some dishes seemed more shareable/family style while others were individual entrees. The waiter knew how to guide us, but it was still a little confusing, especially as the prices varied significantly between dishes. And fried chicken was listed under "Salads and more." I guess it was the only "more" item, but I definitely didn't see it having initially skipped over the salads part. Raw dishes were listed first, so it wasn't clear to me if these were more along the lines of appetizers, entrees, or side dishes. Overall, I think this place does a great job of blending together coastal Asian and southern cuisine and flavors. The creativity and execution I experienced during my visit definitely "pays homage to the vast range of flavors, ingredients, and techniques of Asian cuisine and the bounty of the Pacific" (from website). I sometimes forget that a lot of people have never been introduced to elements of Asian cuisine before, so I'm glad that this place is providing a familiar way to be introduced to new flavors and ingredients.

What a disgusting experience. I came here two weeks ago and I gave them four and five stars, which is nothing I ever do for five stars. I deleted that review. I came in tonight. The bar had two couples sitting there. I was a single person. I waited 20 minutes to not even be acknowledged but for the hostess, who was passing by saying oh do you need a menu and I said why thank you so much yes and then she goes. Do you need anything? I said well you know I know the bartender is busy. I'll take a glass of water and I'm OK and then another 10 minutes later goes by no bartender no acknowledgment no like I'll be right with you. She's just making drinks for the restaurants where all it would've taken, her was two minutes to pour me a freaking glass of wine, which she did not do so this then makes the host to see me sitting there looking at my phone and I'm not angry man and she goes. Can I get you something to drink and then she goes and gets me my glass of wine for $14. I drink it. I'm now here an hour and 10 minutes later and the bartender finally says what can I get you to eat? Excuse me, I've been here for an hour and 10 minutes. I want nothing to eat. I'll take my check and go elsewhere. And I get it it's Sunday business is slow but or is it not I was entrée is $40-$68 the wine I would've drank two or three of them they're $14 each. My bill would've been $110 minimum plus the tip so I left and ate a burger across the street.

NY Strip Steak was 10/10 Want to come back and try out everything on the menu !! ‍ Perfect for a date night or a GNO ‍

This is my 2nd visit. I came last year when they opened and felt like everything was "meh" - at that time I had the ribeye, purple sweet potato tempura and dumplings. Didn't think it had much flavor. Decided to try again this year. Ambiance is great. Service is great. I actually had the same server as last year. Appetizer was ok but very salty. My snapper bowl had a lot of flavor but I didn't really understand it - I couldn't see any snapper in it. There were no chunks of snapper. So if there was snapper it was blended up very fine with the rest of the ingredients. My husband got the tuna bowl and didn't like his as much but said the same thing - no tuna in sight and no texture of tuna chunks - it was ground up very fine. The one thing we loved was the miso custard tart - very unique. I would come back just for that.

My family and I dined here for my mom's birthday. We did not have a reservation but we were able to dine at the bar. Bartender was very knowledgeable and offered some great selections. I ordered the crab salad and sticky lamb ribs. Food was very good. Ribs were tender and very flavorful. Highly recommend.

My mom took me and my SO here to celebrate my work anniversary. I enjoyed the experience and the food overall, though the start was a little rocky as making a reservation was like buying a car or something. Asked for name, phone number, email, and some other things that I can't remember....there were a lot of questions for a reservation. Then they wanted a credit card too. So yeah. Anyway. So it's Asian-American fusion, and I would say the food reflects that pretty accurately. Very much recognizable Asian dishes that have twists. Got pan fried dumplings, green onion pancakes, fish, short rib, mushroom pot, green tea ice cream, and miso cake. Everything was above average. My favorite was the green tea ice cream tho, haha. Definitely worth trying, but it's not going to be a regular for me. Reservation too much of a hassle. May pop in for ice cream to go tho, ha.

Currently now obsessed with current! Knowing it's from the same creators of Automatic Seafood, I did come in with high expectations. And it definitely met my expectations and more. When first stepping in, the vibes of the restaurant are so fun and hip! Our server was very personable and helpful throughout the meal. To start, I tried the lucky lotus which was fantastic. We shared the dumplings, wings, and scallops for appetizers. My favorite were the scallops but everything was delicious. I enjoyed the beef Panang curry for dinner - very hearty and very good. I also tried my friend's snapper and the fried chicken which was delicious. If you're up for southern Asian fusion, you can't miss out on Current.

I finally made it to Current! Arriving at 5:30 on a Saturday, was the perfect time. This is a beautiful place! I fell in love the moment I hit the door. I didn't make a reservation but I would recommend it if you prefer to seat in the dining room vs the bar area. Bar area is first come first serve. My friend and I sat comfortably at the bar. The bartenders were so attentive and friendly. The dishes we ordered consisted of: snapper , short rib, bao and spring rolls. All were delicious!! Amazing and sooooo fresh! Chef's kiss. I love that they offer happy hour food and drinks specials even on the weekends. Bet! This visit exceeded my expectations! Great food , service and cocktails! See ya soon, Current! Complimentary valet parking available

Birmingham is keeping it Current indeed!! This new, upscale spot does Asian cuisine in a way we don't often get around here. In a revitalized, old warehouse building downtown, current Charcoal feels warm and fresh. It's sexy and cool. The menu is a perfect spectrum of light raw dishes and filling meat-and-potatoes entrees. Extensive wine lists and cool cocktails, anything you could want. Instagramable decor. Current is not fussy or country-clubby (derogatory). The service is laidback yet efficient. Make a reservation now!!

Attended here to celebrate a birthday. We sat at the bar. All tables were full.. The waiters and waitresses were attentive and were helpful and explained the dishes well and answered all questions that we gave them. The food was good. To get reservation you must give the your credit card number. Also we were asked if we wanted a refill on a drink and was charged for 2 drinks. Just fyi on both

This was my first visit to Alabama, and of course, my first visit to Current Charcoal Grill. Being in the hospitality industry, I love open concept kitchens, and Current has a very open line to watch with a char broiler, saute, double fry station, a wok, sous vide, a very unique open grill, and garde manger all in sight. Upon my arrival, I requested if I could sit at the kitchen bar and take my time. I was a table for one, as I was in Alabama on a client assignment, which was completed in the afternoon. I now had nowhere else to go, and I only wanted to sit and relax. I was accommodated, and I was not bothered to leave my seat for the duration on my meal, which was for over two hours. Bartender, Ali, was first to address my needs, and there was another server taking care of me, and I apologize for forgetting her name. I was stationed facing directly into the middle of the kitchen scene, which is right up my alley. My meal consisted of: Bartender Ali prepared an excellent Basil Hayden Old Fashioned with a requested Cointreau instead of simple sugar, and a glass of Thorne & Daughters Pinot Noir with my steak. Appetizer: Blistered Shishito peppers, black garlic aioli, tamari roasted pumpkin seeds Main: Wagyu striploin, red miso demi, maitake mushroom, whipped vadouvan butter Side: Spicy Cucumbers, togarashi, yogurt, herbs, crushed peanuts Dessert: Miso custard tart, butterscotch & cultured whipped cream I watched the expediting of all the meals coming out, and while the restaurant was very busy, the line was working together to get items out properly. While there was a here and there item that may have sat longer than the chef may have wanted, hot plates and the heat lamps were maintaining temps just fine. I only saw one item return all night for what may have been a reheat request. My meal was excellent, everything, and especially the reduction of red miso, and the dessert was delicious. I have no difficulty recommending this restaurant. Another local restaurant told me Current is an expensive restaurant, however, I found this not to be completely true. Anyone can manage a good meal selection here without dropping too much. While Chef Adam Evans', I later learned, was not there, his Executive Sous managed expediting, and the line team was impressively together. Go, sit, enjoy, and the atmosphere, service, and food and Current will provide you a delightful experience.

Came in after attending a play on Sunday and this was an amazing surprise. The venue is excellently curated and very well situated for a cozy evening with your significant other. Service was very prompt and attentive. And the food is fantastic. We tried a number of things including the short rib Bo Ssam (highly recommended), the pork baos (perfectly fried, great crunch, lovely sauce) and the Tempura Japanese sweet potatoes (incredible: like sweet potato skins in an almost old school diner sort of way). Sapporo on tap and great mixed drinks plus a well curated menu. This feels like a real winner in Birmingham and if you like Asian fusion and you haven't been, I highly recommend it.

Was visiting from out of town and looking for a relaxed, upscale spot. Came here and was impressed! Semi-humid day, so the AC was already refreshing. Huge ceilings meant tall shelves as well as a tastefully decorative interior. I had great service from a fellow who was quite helpful in assisting memorable dish selections. I started with colorful crisps paired with a dry ceviche-like dip. I moved on to their delectable version of a Bahn-Mi. Thin meat with a hint of heat satisfied my palette. Would certainly go back the next time I'm in the area!

My boyfriend and I came by for date night and chose to sit at the bar. The bar was an excellent choice. Our bartender was wonderful and helped add to the fun of the night. I loved how we had a view into the kitchen. The restaurant itself is gorgeous, with food plated just as beautifully. I absolutely loved the duck breast, but every dish was delicious. I'm also glad we didn't skip out on dessert either. The chocolate mouse cake was an excellent way to end our meal. I would definitely recommend this place for a nice date night or an occasion meal

Loved the atmosphere here. We are big fans of automatic so knew we had to try it out. Right when you walk in you don't feel like you are in Birmingham anymore. It's a cool vibe and very cozy. We sat at the bar with Tracey and she was so precious! She was a fantastic server and had a great personality . Our drinks were delicious. My husband had a play on a Moscow mule and he really liked it. For appetizer we had the scallion bread which I would probably skip next time it was unique but needed a little something else (in my opinion) For main course we had the porklion and my husband had the short rib and he said it's his favorite meal he's ever had my porkloin was delicious.! Overall a wonderful experience and we will for sure be coming back!

Another phenomenal meal at Current! The food here is so consistent, fresh, and just downright delicious! We had the bao with crispy pork, sticky lamb ribs and mango rice pudding. All were amazing, but those ribs! One of the best things I've ever eaten. Our server was great. She provided great recommendations and let us enjoy our meal without rushing to clear the table- making us feel so welcome and relaxed. Great night!

I have visited Current Charcoal Grill twice and both times were lovely! The servers, bartenders, and hostesses were so welcoming and created a lovely environment. The first time I went was around 4/5pm and I sat at the bar. I had so many different things but my favorite foods were the tiger prawns, kimchi, and skewers! The second time I went was for dinner and I had the halibut, while my date had the snapper. My halibut came with yummy vegetables and in a very tasty broth, however the fish on its own was a little dry and lacked some flavor. My date's snapper had a topping that was pretty salty, but the sides were great. Our server was wonderful and the bar made us some delicious lychee martinis! I would return but order something different!

I'm a big fan of Automatic so I was excited to try this place! I love the high ceilings and blue decor, it gives a really chic vibe. I've been here for lunch and dinner and loved every bite of everything. The fried rice is my fav along with the snapper ceviche. Since I usually come with friends, we tend to order several dishes and share so I've also tried the fish collar, dumplings, smashed cucumbers, noodles, and a few other things I can't remember. I've tried a few cocktails as well and they're good as well. Service had been great, the waiters and bartenders are friendly and know the menu well. They give good suggestions! The patio is covered, with plenty of seating and the same upscale vibe as the inside. Great choice for a girls night, family celebration, or date night.

Very cool, modern ambiance! Our waiter, gave amazing recommendations: Beef Carpaccio- was super tender, fresh, and perfectly balanced with apple to give it citrus and the sauce made it perfect! He said the Iberico Pork is the best entree: he was right! The pork was cooked to perfection with the meat so tender and not dry at all. The food is cooked beautifully and packed with flavor! We will be back!

Truly wonderful concept, execution, and service. I expected nothing less from this group. I had the fish collar, tuna tataki, yellowtail, and a couple pork baos. With the exception of the last minute pork baos that were kind of boring (it was the pork part) the rest was absolutely fantastic. I'll be back soon with the crew and certainly a recommended place in downtown from now on.

Delicious food and cocktails. Very unique dining experience with unusual and perfect flavor. Exceptional service. Comfortable plush booths with relaxed vibe. We will definitely be back!

Great craft cocktails with attention to detail. Bartender Emily was able to make great menu suggestions. Well trained service staff. The ambiance is modern with a historical vibe. The scallops were super fresh and flavorful, seared perfectly and the fresh corn was the perfect pair. I would highly recommend!

Great dining experience, great atmosphere... this was my second time visiting the menu was a little different.. I would recommended just riding all apps that way you can get a taste of everything!

The atmosphere here is 10/10. The Asian fusion menu is super creative, and everything was tasty. The scallion pancake was a great starter, and the fish entrees are the stars. The only thing that was disappointing was the nigiri as it was super dry tasting and not flavorful.

Excellent service and amazing food. I made reservations and my table was ready on time. They allowed me to be seated even though my entire party was not there yet. The ambiance was sophisticated and chic.

Beautiful place! Service, cocktails, and good were really good. We had multiple cocktails and starters. We had the spring rolls, the chicken over and the pork bun. The pork bun was my least favorite, but it was good. He chicken over and kumquats was incredible!! The mains are pretty pricey, so we stuck with starters so we could try different dishes.

Amazing upscale restaurant with an open kitchen concept. I sat at the bar and love being able to see all the preparations being done in the kitchen. The service was amazing as to be expected with a more upscale environment. My server was very knowledgeable about the drink and food options. I decided on the grilled snapper and sticky rice and it was delicious! Everything was cooked perfectly. The fish was moist and the sauce and rice complemented it perfectly. My friend order the crab fried rice and enjoyed it was well. We also ordered some appetizers that we loved!! I will be back soon! They also offer valet parking which is a lifesaver with the restaurant being located in the downtown area.

Our waiter Sam was knowledgeable and helpful with recommendations and navigating the menu. My friend and I shared two appetizers, an entree, and two sides and it was plenty of food. I enjoyed the corn ribs, super unique and wonderful flavors. The pork katsu bao were also delicious, although I wouldn't have minded more mustard. We got the flounder, and it was delicious. Flaked right off the bone. Can't go wrong with the potatoes with curry mayo. I will be back!

Loved the ambience of this place! Upscale without feeling like it's trying too hard. We loved all the meats we ordered -- the lamb ribs as an appetizer and the short rib as an entree. But the sides were a miss. The scallion pancakes were dry and missing the strong scallion flavor. Brussels were just eh -- I think we both prefer a more charred tender sprout, and these were closer to raw and chewy. All to say I think we just ordered wrong for us and we'd try it again!

Current was very good. I got the skirt steak and an old fashioned and both were excellent. The service was incredible and made sure to answer any of our questions. The vibe was also awesome. Dim lights and a cool bar. All around great time.

My husband and I scored a reservation for dinner here and did not leave disappointed. Our waiter John was wonderful, and his trainee Michelle was so sweet. The restaurant has the industrial feel with a great Asian vibe to it. The noise level was not bad as we could still carry on a conversation fine. Now as for the food it was a little hard to pick a favorite but our favorite by far was the dumplings-bit of a trypophobia warning but they are phenomenal. We tried a little bit of everything and really enjoyed all the dishes we had. This is slightly upscale dining and the staff/service shows this, they had great attention to detail and a good knowledge of the menu.

We visited for a special occasion and really enjoyed ourselves. Reservations are recommended, and they have free valet parking. There is no public parking close by. We ordered the scallops as an appetizer, which were excellent. The entrees were good, but what really stood out were the grilled pea pods tossed in a tahini and miso sauce. I see their menu rotates frequently, so be sure to check the menu before you visit. The restaurant is beautifully decorated, and they have a well earned reputation for service.

Wow. Im Asian and have high standards when it comes ro Asian fusion places but this place impressed me. My favorite dish was the mushroom clay por which was rich and hearty with several types of shrooms over rice. I also loved the short rib ssam which was fork tender and very flavorful and fun making little lettuce wraps with very good Kincaid and ssamjang. The snapper was grilled over mushrooms with a buerre blanc sauce and was good but not special. Pork dumplings had a great crisp and were as good as any I've had. The scallion pancakes r grilled which is different as they r traditionally pan fried so they were a bit drier than I expected but still tasty. Miso custard had a crispy top like creme brulee and a creamy center but I did not get any real miso flavor. The matcha soft serve was great with good but not overpowering matcha flavor and tart huckleberries and nuts. The service was attentive and im always amazed when they turn an old warehouse into an upscale place but I dig it. Overall this is one of my new favorite restaurants in Bham.

Came in 6:30 pm on a Monday, pretty empty about a 1/4 full. Ordered a round of cocktails and some appetizers and they were really good. Waiter came by and asked if we wanted to order, told him give us a minute will pick some stuff out. He must not have liked that answer because we never saw him again. Like even in the entire restaurant he just disappeared. After 25 minutes we went up to the host and asked for our bill, another waiter dropped off our bill and we paid and left. Was really looking forward to it, service was terrible and really made us lose interest.

I sat at the bar and the service was exceptional. I saw the reviews and saw some mushroom dishes on the menu that appealed to me, however, the menu changes frequently and the dish I was interested in wasn't being offered. I ended up getting the miso soup, carrots and scallion focaccia. The miso was great, the carrots were good but could have used a lot less of the fried carrot tops. The scallion bread was absolutely off the charts. I'll return just for that alone. The atmosphere inside the restaurant is impressive, the high ceilings and decor make it.

Our party of 4 went on a Wednesday @ 4:30. They had complimentary valet parking!! No happy hour menu. Drinks were $15 (each); the drink menu is massive. The bartender was a gem and the cocktails were good. We didn't have a reservation but got a table with a 1 hour 45 minute limit. This wasn't an issue at all. The waiter gave me a lovely wine recommendation and I ordered 4 sides for my meal. Oh! The menu was dated the current date so items may change daily? My favorites were the bok choy, rice and cucumber dishes. They have a unique menu. Entrees ranged between $27 and $60. Sides separate. The facility is snazzy, beautiful ceilings and bar area. The booth felt like a sofa ~ lots of attention to detail here. Yes, add it to your list!

Tracy was AMAZING! We started with her at the bar and then came to our table for dinner. She was very forthcoming with recommendations and all of them were a hit! If you come to Current you have to ask for her! Short rib- 8 Fried rice- 8 1/2 chicken- 9

Unpopular option, but not a huge fan of automatic so went in to this dinner with low expectations. But WOW the food was delicious and a great value!! Service could have been better, not very friendly and short with you. Received the wrong dish at one point, pointed it out to a passing server. Shrugged his shoulders and walked away. Benefit of the doubt, Maybe he misunderstood me! Ambience is nice but highly discourage sitting at the sushi bar. It's an awkward seat as you have to turn around to speak to your server, in a loud room. Not ideal.

Fourth time dining here, but I guess not since they changed to a "summer" menu. Came for dumplings, curry dish, matcha tea soft serve- none apparently on summer menu, so just beware menu has changed. In fact, menu has not been same anytime I've been there. I guess evolving since opening. I'm posting the current menu! Settled on items on current menu - but they were sold out of everything we were going to order (halibut, tuna, bao app)! Server did not say in advance. BTW, "bao" is only ONE (server should say that you need to order the number you want!). Sat at bar in far corner - closed our menus to signify ready to order and bartender removed our food menus and didn't take our order - very odd! Had to flag her down. Were delivered TWO dishes that were not ours until we got ours. Servers were confused on bar seats numbers. All that aside, the spare ribs were to die for and side of fried rice - the server who delivered spare ribs was knowledgeable and explained how to assemble the spare ribs with the baos and sauce and delicious kimchi. That's why I'm giving a 4 star instead of 3 and also bc this is the most aesthetically pleasing/sexy restaurant in town. We went on a prime time on Friday night - lots of open seats - not bc anything is wrong with the food - it's amazing - but I think bc the menu and prices are challenging - we stared at the menu and were at a loss what to order due to prices and items being sold out (and prior loved dishes not on current menu). They have duck for $80, $60 and $50 dishes, for instance wanted something green on the side - the broccoli has king trumpet mushrooms so that's around $20 side. To have a good experience at a restaurant, your expectations must match the experience. This did not, but we stayed open/flexible and left happy due to the delicious dishes we landed on, found parking, got a last minute table at prime time (hard in Bham), and a cool vibe. We'll be back. Many, many kinks - but we support our local businesses and encourage you to go nonetheless. Stay open and appreciate the good points and you'll leave happy like us!

Current's indoor dining area is stunning and the food did not disappoint. The shrimp was some of the best I've had, perfectly buttery and seasoned. Great kimchi that came with the beef entree and not a bad espresso martini either. 10/10 would return!

Walked in and was floored by the place. Beautifully decorated and plenty of seating both indoor and outdoor. You simply cannot go wrong with a single dish on this menu. Although things change every so often, the sweet potatoes are a staple and an often occurring daydream of mine. This place is amazing.

I am a big fan of Automatic, so I was really looking forward to try Current Charcoal. I went for a work dinner and got there early (530is) and it was quiet, so we got lots of attention from our waitress and she was so helpful talking us through the whole menu. She was incredibly knowledgeable and answered all of our questions. We got drinks and lots of apps to share to start and honestly there was nothing I didn't like. The pork boa, the shiitake mousse, the scallops, and the sweet potatoes were amazing. I got the short rib for my mine and it's up there with one of the best meals I've ever had. The restaurant feels warm and welcoming and the staff is incredibly nice. I truly can't wait to come back and try the new things they add to the menu.

My husband took us here for our 17th wedding anniversary. The food was amazing and delicious. Their menu is Asian inspired and so delightful. My favorite was the beef short bossam. The service was incredible and very hospitable. The ambiance was elegant and inviting. I highly recommend this restaurant.

The food was amazing! We ordered Beef Curry, a Snapper dish and Short Ribs. All were delicious! The service was good. Not outstanding, but good and the restaurant is super cool.

Such a beautiful place! Feels like a big city restaurant in Bham, and everything is decorated beautifully. We loved the pork skewer and miso tart the most. The dumplings and quail were really great as well. Highly recommend the Current experience!

This new restaurant definitely has a sophisticated vibe and cute aesthetic! It is a bit pricey (Nigiri starts at $11 each, but definitely would try the Wagyu), but you can make a lot out of the appetizer selection if you're watching the budget! Everything came out fast and the service was great!