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Galley and Garden, Birmingham, AL

Galley and Garden

4.8
4.8
1678 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 14 times today
  • Charming
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
Celebrated as the "Most Romantic Restaurant in Alabama", Galley and Garden features the finest locally sourced ingredients crafted into a creative and fresh menu. This beloved neighborhood gem is also recognized as Wine Enthusiast magazine's 100 Best Wine Restaurants in America and has garnered Wine Spectator's Best Award of Excellence. Artfully presented dishes, impeccable service, and the perfect address are signature to Galley and Garden, making it the perfect venue to celebrate any momentous occasion.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Sat 4:30 pm–8:30 pm Sun 10:30 am–1:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (205) 939-5551
  • Website
    https://www.galleyandgarden.com?y_source=1_NDUzOTQ2MDAtODYwLWxvY2F0aW9uLndlYnNpdGU=/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Jessica Lindeen
  • Catering
    If you have a special place in mind, we can bring the Galley and Garden experience to you. Our catering staff will ensure your event is memorable with the food, wine and refined service you expect here at Galley and Garden. To discuss the possibility of your event, please contact us directly.
  • Private party facilities
    Our historic building is a beautifully renovated Southern home, with a collection of rooms providing guests with the perfect space to host private functions. Whether you are looking to have a business meeting, luncheon, party or wedding, we will facilitate all of your needs.
  • Private party contact
    Teri Stewart: (205) 939-5551 ext. 2
  • Location
    2220 Highland Ave South, Birmingham, AL 35205
  • Neighbourhood
    Birmingham
  • Cross Street
    11th Court S.
  • Parking details
    Self-parking is available.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 1,678 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Alabama

    Best Service

  • Alabama

    Best Ambience

  • Alabama

    Healthy

  • Alabama

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Alabama

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Alabama

    Romantic

  • Alabama

    Good for special occasions

  • Alabama

    American

  • Birmingham

    Best Overall

  • Birmingham

    Best Food

  • Birmingham

    Best Service

  • Birmingham

    Best Ambience

  • Birmingham

    Best Value

  • Birmingham

    Healthy

  • Birmingham

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Birmingham

    Great for fine wines

  • Birmingham

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Birmingham

    Romantic

  • Birmingham

    Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Galley and Garden offers a refined dining experience in a beautiful setting with "excellent food and service." Guests appreciate the "quiet atmosphere" and attentive staff, making it ideal for special occasions. The menu features standout dishes like "lobster ravioli" and "pork chop," paired with well-chosen wines. A must-visit!

1,678 Reviews

  1. Toby

    Detroit

    20 reviews

    3.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on December 22, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    We eat out regularly and were excited to try G&G given its glowing reviews; sadly it simply didn't live up to these reviews by any stretch. The staff were warm and friendly and the old house has a lot of personality and warmth, but sadly those were the high-points. From a service experience, the entire meal felt extremely rushed; many restaurants have now started to ask their patrons what pace they would like to have, but the speed of service made me feel like we were at a fast-food restaurant. We were literally 2-3 bites into our appetizer when our main course showed up, and it was seconds after our plates were picked up that we were presented with the check, and less than two minutes after dropping it, the server was hovering around the table to pick it up. It was very off-putting. As for the meal, it was solid if un-spectacular. We shared the Braised Pork Belly: it was a little firm but had good flavor and the apple and apricot compote really added to the taste nicely. From our entrees, my partner had the special (Red Fish with cornmeal) and while the presentation was very nice, it was completely flavorless. She never uses salt or pepper but needed both to entice any flavor from the meal, and still finished up leaving half of it. Another heads-up for a server: if a patron leaves more than half their meal, it may be worth asking if they did not enjoy it. I had the Angus Beef Short Rib which for what it's worth, was presented nothing like the alluring picture on the website. There was almost no demi-glace at all and while it was tender it was again not overly flavorful. It was fine but not memorable. Would we come back? I don't think so. The staff were friendly, actual restaurant warm and inviting, but the food was uninspiring. We wanted so badly to find one of those places you add to your "A" list, but it sadly will not added based on this visit.

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  2. Billie

    VIP

    Alabama

    105 reviews

    3.0

    105 reviews

    Dined on December 20, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    The food tonight was mediocre. The apply/bluecheese salad was okay….nothing special…..the pecans were old and bordered on rancid in flavor. The pork chop was so tough I asked for a steak knife but still only ate half of it. The desserts were terrible! The bread pudding was dry and the bread pieces were much too big and no sauce to soak them up. Very disappointing. It’s a lovely setting and I have eaten here several times.

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  3. Martha GRIZZLE

    VIP

    Alabama

    48 reviews

    5.0

    48 reviews

    Dined on December 16, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    always a nice dining experience with good food and good service! Cozy atmosphere and a wonderful night!

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  4. Linda

    VIP

    Tallahassee

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on December 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Relaxing and elegant restaurant! Enjoyed a post-play meal and cocktails. Very festive atmosphere with soft music in the background. Can’t wait to go back!

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  5. Joanna

    VIP

    Richmond

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on December 12, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely dinner. I had the short ribs and my companion had the pork chop. Both were delicious. Spot on service.

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  6. Charles

    New York City

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on December 10, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is the most charming and quiet and delicious and courteous restaurant I've found after visiting Birmingham regularly for over a decade. I highly recommend it to anyone seeking a fine dining experience sans hustle and bustle!

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  7. Andrew

    Alabama

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 6, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were celebrating a birthday. The food was spectacular! We also needed to get to a concert and enjoyed a delicious meal without feeling rushed. They were efficient.

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  8. Portia

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    23 reviews

    4.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on December 6, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    Nothing to go home and tell your Mom about! The service was terrible. Food was ok.

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  9. chad

    Alabama

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 26, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Everyone was just so welcoming... my favorite are the fried oysters.. me and my wife had a great time

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  10. Grant

    Alabama

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on November 23, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic! It was so good. Zoe was our server and she was awesome!

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FAQs

Galley and Garden offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (205) 939-5551.

Galley and Garden is rated 4.8 stars by 1678 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 14 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Galley and Garden

2220 Highland Ave South, Birmingham, AL 35205

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    11th Court S.
  • Neighbourhood
    Birmingham
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Sat 4:30 pm–8:30 pm Sun 10:30 am–1:30 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Self-parking is available.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Jessica Lindeen
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    https://www.galleyandgarden.com?y_source=1_NDUzOTQ2MDAtODYwLWxvY2F0aW9uLndlYnNpdGU=/
  • Phone number
    (205) 939-5551
  • Catering
    If you have a special place in mind, we can bring the Galley and Garden experience to you. Our catering staff will ensure your event is memorable with the food, wine and refined service you expect here at Galley and Garden. To discuss the possibility of your event, please contact us directly.
  • Private party facilities
    Our historic building is a beautifully renovated Southern home, with a collection of rooms providing guests with the perfect space to host private functions. Whether you are looking to have a business meeting, luncheon, party or wedding, we will facilitate all of your needs.
  • Private party contact
    Teri Stewart: (205) 939-5551 ext. 2

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