The Blind Mule

My son and I were seated immediately when we came in on a weekday during dinner time at the sparsely filled restaurant. I had a cup of the lukewarm, average Gulf seafood gumbo for an appetizer. We also shared undercoated, under-fried pickles. My jacka$$ wrap was good. My son’s medium Texas squealer came out well done. We both enjoyed our local craft beers, chosen from the National and local craft and domestic beers menu. Bar and low-top seating with a sports bar theme. Good service. Competitive pricing. 3.5% credit card fee. A local we spoke with said they have a better brunch and a new cook in the evening. We wouldn’t come back for dinner.

We went here for lunch on a Wednesday and thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. Servers were super fast and efficient. They could not have been better. Both ladies that helped us were super kind and fun. My wife had the champion burger, which was excellent! I had a bowl of seafood gumbo, which was the best I’ve had in Louisiana, Mississippi, or Alabama! The chili here was pretty good too. I also had a bowl of that. Service was fast and friendly as mentioned before, and the food was outstanding. We plan on returning to this wonderful bar and restaurant.

Food was amazing. Service was ok. Basically waitressed by 1 bar tender, so if you want a refill on anything, or salt, etc. you'll have to head to the bar. But the food is A-maze-zing. My wife was angry the appetizer was so good because she could only eat half her meal 🤣🤣. I'm pretty sure they have perfected the sweet potato waffle fries. I've never tasted one better in my life. And those beignets..... they should be a national treasure. We got them to go, and when we opened the box at home they didnt look anything like a beignets....honestly I dont care what they look like, they are heaven in you mouth.

The staff are attentive and leave nothing to be desired. They had great recommendations and kept our drinks filled and the kitchen was quick and food came out hot and just as ordered. I had the blind mule shrimp pasta and she had fried pickles and a chicken Caesar salad. Previous visits the shrimp and grits were the best I've ever had. The atmosphere was filled in with music and voices from the other customers cheerfully talking over dinner. Thanks for a great evening out!

Dinner was delicious! My hubby had blind mule bake and I had shrimp & grits. Both were delicious!! Shrimp and grits were quite spicy 🌶️. Yummy!😋 Forgot to add, fried mushrooms with horseradish dipping sauce, oh my, we couldn’t have enough of them!!

So we hit this place on Valentine's weekend AND Mardi Gras weekend and while the food was really great the professional staff is what stood out. They were efficient fast and yet still willing to take the time to banter a little despite being slammed. No slip ups in the order at out table and before we were seated we saw a mix up at other table and the server owned it but resolved it quickly. We had a good time with good food.

My son Had the Texas squeeler. My daughter and I Had the Nachos and Fries with Buffalo Sauce and Blue Cheese Crumbles! This place Rocky! The atmosphere is eclectic and they Play great music. The Food is amazing, but hands Down the staff is the beat ever! A MUST DO when in Mobile!

Hi, my family and I visited your establishment last night after the parade (1/30/26). We walked in and immediately saw open seating (which is hard to find after such an event). Cold and very hungry we were super excited to try the menu! We'd had your bar/restaurant on our list for some time, so very exciting to try it out! We were instructed to seat our selves and decided on a booth in the farthest corner. The waitress came over with a towel and cleaning spray and asked us to get up so she could clean the table (I hadn't even realized the table wasn't cleared). After an awkward interaction with the waitress, who never introduced herself...I was hoping it was a one off experience but I fear I was wrong. As a customer, I felt as if I was inconvinencing her just by being there. I'm big on vibes and hers were...honestly just crappy. After the cleaning experience, she came for drink orders, a party of three. She only took 2 drink orders and attempted to walk away without even taking our son's drink order. We had to stop her and place his order. Again I just felt like myself and my family were not welcomed by her. After she brought the drinks to our table (holding them by the rim of the glass...ick, that's where my lips go...not your fingers) my fiancé asked for straws. Apparently that was the final straw (for her and us), as she returned with the 3 straws, she literally tossed the straws on the table. Not necessary...so myself and my family walked out. While I was so looking forward to experiencing this atmosphere, it's clear that we weren't welcomed by your staff for whatever reason. Was it because we seated ourselves at the "wrong table"? Was it because we're a same sex couple? Was she simply having a hard day? Regardless of the reasoning, it was disheartening to be made feel unwanted in your establishment. We encountered three different employees, one being our waitress who all watched us get up and walk out without speaking a word to us. While this was a disappointing experience for us, I'm not sending this as a complaint but more as a learning opportunity...an opportunity to do better with your future customers. -Jodi ⚜️ Laissez les bons temps rouler ⚜️

We went here for lunch on a Wednesday and thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. Servers were super fast and efficient. They could not have been better. Both ladies that helped us were super kind and fun. My wife had the champion burger, which was excellent! I had a bowl of seafood gumbo, which was the best I've had in Louisiana, Mississippi, or Alabama! The chili here was pretty good too. I also had a bowl of that. Service was fast and friendly as mentioned before, and the food was outstanding. We plan on returning to this wonderful bar and restaurant.

The service was very good and the food was better. I had the delicious shrimp and grits. Everything was cooked perfectly. The shrimp were tender ,the sausage was sliced thin so it didn't overpower the shrimp the grits were definitely made by a southerner used to cooking flavorful grits and the sauce had a touch of sriracha. Yum. My husband had the red beans and rice. He said they were good but not outstanding. I will definitely return for the shrimp and grits!

We thoroughly enjoyed our dinner at the Blind Mule. The fried pickles were perfectly cooked and crispy. The shrimp and grits delightful and the salad was very generous with perfectly cooked chicken. Service was spot on. This is a locals place and we will definitely return when we are in Mobile.

Bartender was fantastic, Bailey was just what a bartender should be, fun and knowledgeable!! We didn't eat because we just came from dinner to the pub. Had a fun atmosphere with a really fun crown! We will go back to eat.

Pretty solid place to grub in downtown Mobile. Looks like a dive bar. And, I say that with all due respect for dive bars. Menu has some nice and varied options and a ton of beer on tap. Came here recently as a party of six. Everyone got something different. Started out with fried mushrooms, fried pickles and cheese sticks. All were tasty. Among the entrees we got were the LA Chicken Samich, the Mushroom Swiss burger, BLFGT, Mahi pasta. All were very good. Service was excellent. They have a parking lot right next to the restaurant. Prices are reasonable. We hit this joint on a recent 4 day stay in Mobile. Ate at several spots. Probably the best eats we had during our visit.

A cool chill spot to grab some good grub and a brew. Came on a mellow week night, and the place totally fit my vibe as I passed through town. The bartender was nice and I was able to grab a draft and order a chicken sandwich with ease. The food was good and the place cool to relax at. Thank you.

We love a little "dive" but this was too much. Warm beer, watery marinara for our overdone fried cheese sticks (they called them planks...really), burger rare after we ordered it medium, lousy service and only 2 tables and 1 person at the bar including us. When we told our waitress about the burger-no offer to make it right. Just "I'll tell the kitchen so they know". She didn't care and we were pretty sure the kitchen would feel the same. If you're checking out downtown Mobile this should be a hard pass.

Hunter took great care of us this Saturday. It was our first time visiting this establishment and we were not disappointed. We ordered nachos and several adult beverages. Our daughter wanted "Alfredo pasta" which Hunter explained it may be slightly pink due to the different seasonings they put in it. The sauce was delicious, she ate every single noodle! We loved the outdoor seating. It was shaded enough so we weren't miserable in the August heat. The facility and restrooms were clean. I will gladly visit again in the future!

An old friend and I set out to meet at the Blind Mule recently to catch up over a late lunch and a few cocktails. Tip: There's a surprisingly broad selection of craft beers available here, with drafts from around the state, as well as several local sources. We both arrived at the same time, but had to wait almost a half hour before someone took our order. Our food came fairly quickly after that, but when it was served it was stone cold - bummer! Overall I was unimpressed; the food quality was AOK at best, and the service wasn't anything to write home about.

I couldn't and didn't take a picture because HOLY MOLY DONUT SHOP!! The damn land&seabanmi!! RUN DONT WALK!! JUST DO IT. The shrimp tastes like they got it out of the Gulf 10 minutes ago!! Also, this place does not have champagne, they have sparkling wine. *im bougie Betty on this* the grits could be better BUT the shrimp and the crispy ass pork belly is

Stopped here for lunch before a meeting. It is a dive, but the food was amazing! Our waitress was very sweet and made great recommendations. The three of us each got a wrap, two were on the menu as sandwiches but able to have as a wrap. The sauces were all delicious, as were the Sweet potato waffle fries- perfectly salty and crispy! The art was interesting, and we sat inside, although there is a nice courtyard patio out back. We left full and happy!

Stopped by for dinner on a Friday night. We were seated right away with no wait. I ordered the La Chicken Sandwich with sweet potato waffle fries. The waffle fries were fantastic and sort of stole the show. The sandwich was great too, but the waffle fries were a perfect balance of sweet and salty with a nice crispy crunch. The atmosphere was perfect for dinner on the weekend with low lighting and funky decor. If you are looking for a fun, family friendly place, check this out.

Great Food at a very unique building in downtown Mobile. We had great service and the prices were reasonable. Grilled Mahi was one of the best I've ever had.

Pretty cool little pub tucked away in an old house. Small selection of draft beer, but you should be able to find something. Small pub menu as well. I ordered the cheese sticks and budon wrap, both were good. Overall, a good pub to visit. They have a private parking lot as well, which is rare in this area.

Very cool place, food is always good, staff is awesome. I've been here a handful of times, typically take my friends from out of town here when it's low key. Never been let down.

We had the Sunday brunch crawfish eggs benedict, burrito bowl, and stuffed beignets. Oh wow! Everything was delicious! We'll absolutely be back!

A really solid burger. The beef was flavorful, and the sauce added a nice touch without overpowering it. The fries on the side were crispy and delicious. The staff was friendly, and the service was quick. A great place for a good burger.

Excellent service! Great atmosphere! Delicious food!! Easy parking! Great location! Highly recommend the shrimp and grits and the Cajun boudin wrap!

Food and service were excellent. I had the tuna wrap which was excellent it had a hint of wasabi which gave it that extra kick! Paired it with sweet potato fries. Go to the Mule you won't be disappointed

Super cool restaurant!!! The aesthetic is super pleasing and definitely gives you this punk subculture feel. The food was delicious I definitely recommend the Cajun wrap or the shrimp and grits. It's also pretty nicely priced all things considered. The service was really good too our waitress was very attentive and super pleasant. If your in Mobile for a day definitely give this place a look!

I love that this place is a little off the beaten path. Dive bar feel. Wait staff are always nice. I feel welcome every time I'm here. I order the shrimp and grits every time. Can't get past them! My friend ordered the lasagna which is seasonal and said he enjoyed it. I will be back as this place is a staple when I visit Mobile!

Showed up for dinner, sat outside due to our large-ish party of 7. I had the grilled and dilled mahi with rice and fried vegetable of the day which was zucchini, my whole plate was delicious. Our server had a lot going on but was still able to keep up with everything and he was able to keep up! Trivia night was about to begin when we sat that we opted for playing and ended up winning. What a great experience.

Truly a great burger and always great service and the entire staff are great, don't skip this one

Very cool place to have an adult beverage and relax. The gumbo was pretty good; the cheese sticks were great!!! My entree was shrimp and grits. I was a bit disappointed in it. It all just tasted like Parmesan cheese...no other flavor that I found. The service and server were excellent!!!

Great food and service. Red beans and rice are awesome. Really great service. Highly recommend.

Beyond bar food We had the mozzarella sticks and the fried mushrooms burgers along with our bloody Mary's This place would be perfect in the French quarter A punk vine Super friendly staff If you're visiting Mobile Al, try to come here You'll be glad you did We really enjoyed ourselves

Food was great as always and service was pretty good. I got the pasta bake with chicken with some cheese fries. Sat outside on the nice patio. Definitely will be coming back.

We dropped in and everyone enjoyed their food. Funky fun eclectic place. Would certainly return if we are in the area. Give it a try.

Another visit and another great burger. You really can't beat coming here for dinner.

Definitely nothing fancy to look at BUT definitely worth a try!! Great service and fantastic food!! It's a little off the downtown beaten path but soooo worth it!! Come as you are, enjoy 90's music and some great food. They even have a patio but we chose to eat inside. It was an excellent find!

The inside was crowded and warm. The fantastic patio around back was perfect and the weather in March made it a great place to eat. Had the humongous Tennessee Squealer. Took me a bit to figure out how to make it fit in my mouth. The service was superb, kind and informative. I was made to feel like I had been in many times.

This place was a very delightful surprise. We looked at their website and the menu was all messed up, so it repeated the same 4 or 5 items in every category. But we decided to head that way for dinner anyway. We got there, the inside was small, warm and stuffy, thankfully they have a back patio. The weather in March is perfect for outdoor dining in Mobile, so long as it's not raining. The true menu had many more selections that were amazing! The service in Mobile has been wonderful and tonight was o exception our waitress was both attentive and friendly. I had the shrimp and grits, do not pass on that, the sauce is to die for. I really must go back to try The Blind Mule Bake. My partner got The Tennessee Squealer,it was huge and he loved it. We started with the Chili Cheese Fries they did not disappoint either. I've posted three photos of the latest dinner menu and my dinner, hope this all helps!

I visited the Blind Mule for the first time on Wednesday, December 8th at about 8pm for take-out. I called the order in about 15 minutes before pick-up. It was a quick walk from my hotel. The two front of house employees were super friendly and kind, engaging in good conversation. I took the food back to my hotel, a few blocks away. The shrimp and grits were delicious. It had sausage, peppers, onions and chock full of butter -- just the way I like them. If I could only offer one little piece of advice, I would say to find a replacement for the wax paper you place the grits on. It is hard to use a fork or spoon with the grits and not end up with pieces of the paper in your mouth. I also had the fried pickles with the spicy ranch and they were very good as well. All in all, a five star take-out experience!

Brunch was great. Not a lot of choices but what we got was perfect. Service was nice and friendly. Outdoor patio is a good space also!

Cool atmosphere...great service...food was awesome..had gumbo and fried pickled! Pretty eclectic...would recommend!!!

Best burger we have had in town. Also can't beat the craft beer selection here. Many local brews as well as other Alabama beers offered here. The mushroom Swiss and the chili burger were very good. Although they did not really pay attention to how we ordered the cook of our burgers.

Solid service with a cool patina of local vibes and very dynamic servers! The fried mahi sandwich was sublime! Great craft beers wine and liquor.

Without a doubt one of the best places in town for courtyard dining. I love the "hole-in-the-wall pub" vibe inside, but when the weather is nice there's no beating their courtyard's atmosphere. They have a great menu, I just wish they offered breakfasty items on Saturdays; they don't even though their webpage clearly states brunch every weekend (with no brunch menu link). After a long time of not venturing out to downtown on weekend mornings after Covid, hub and I decided to make the trek to Blind Mule this past Saturday for a brunch date. I was disappointed to find they don't have a breakfast menu on Saturdays, but the work-around was that they had their Benny on special that day which hub got, and I got the shrimp and grits. My shrimp were about 30 seconds over-cooked, but aside from that both dishes were tasty and breakfasty enough to count... with mimosas and bloody Mary's, and coffee. As always, the service was stellar. After losing so many of our favorite eating establishments over the past year, I'm so glad Mule is hanging in there.

Visiting Mobile and found this little place. Food good, service outstanding - great value. Definitely recommend.

My wife and I recently visited the Blind Mule on a Sunday morning. We arrived about 11:30 AM to a packed house. Our wait time was about 15 minutes as there are only about 12 tables inside. The atmosphere is rustic with an eclectic collection of art and other wall decor. We were surprised that the only menu option was a brunch. I chose a Monti Christo sandwich and my wife chose a chicken biscuit. Our server was prompt and courteous. Our drink orders were delivered in short order. Our food took a little time but arrived hot. My sandwich was made a little different from other sandwiches of this type I've had elsewhere. For me, the combination of flavors were good, not great. My wife was told the chicken biscuit would be very spicy, hot. She did not find that to be the case. Otherwise it was good. Both of us agreed that the food was good but not something we would go out of our way to go back and get. On a scale of 1 to 10...Ambiance 7, Service 9, Food 7, Menu (brunch) options 5. I never make a decision to return, or not, on one visit so we will make it a point to go back, but not on Sunday morning.

A chill, dog friendly restaurant with a laid back vibe and delicious food. I got the blind bake which is essentially a creamy linguine cheese monster with shrimp. Loved it. My husband got a refreshing salad which was less interesting to me but what can ya do. The wait staff brought out a bowl of water for my puppy and were friendly and prompt. COVID review: all the staff wore masks, the tables were far enough away from each other, and there were signs about their sanitation procedures.

We ordered the Texas squealer burger, one with sweet potatoes waffle fries and the other with regular fries. Everything was amazing and cooked perfectly. We're not from the area but when we pass through again, we'll definitely make this our place to stop.

Service was fantastic, and food came to the table fast! It was tasty and affordable. Happy we took a chance on this place.

The food is great. Customer service is always spot on. Prices are good. Parking is good beer is always good and cold. Drinks are great bartenders really know there drinks.

This is one of my favorite places to go for a great burger (try the Lafayette) and some amazing Shrimp and Grits. It's a hole in the wall, dive bar, downtown Mobile and it it is definitely worth checking out. The laid-back vibe, great customer service and amazing food make this a great place for lunch or Sunday brunch with friends or with your furbaby. They have a very long list of bottled craft brews to choose and includes ciders. While the service is friendly, it gets pretty busy, so be patient, it's worth it.

Great service! Food and drinks were spectacular! We ate here before going to the annual beer fest and we had just enough food in our tummies to sustain through the evening.

Awesome place to eat!!! Shrimp and grits are awesome i would most definitely come back every time I come down this way the staff was extremely friendly it's just a all around supper awesome place

The best restaurant in Brevard at present. between the seasonally rotating menu and the daily specials, sit between shareables, small plates and entrees, there is always something special to eat. The chef is outstanding at introducing flavors from around the world, based upon his experiences and extensive knowledge of a variety of international cuisines, all whilst avoiding the dreaded "fusion". Bar, high top, and formal seating available, as well as outdoor, so again, whatever you're in the mood for, this restaurant deliver. Finally, a shout out to the consistently excellent staff.

One of my favorite brunch spots in Mobile. The brunch menu changes but is always delicious. The staff is friendly. Lunch is also delicious!