Best Restaurants for Celebrating Derby Day in Alabama

by OpenTable x Woodford Reserve

Updated April 17, 2021

To mark this year's Derby Day, OpenTable and Woodford Reserve have come together to bring you a list of restaurants offering Derby Day drink specials and celebratory dishes near you. Whether you are donning your finest Derby attire and heading to a local watering hole or planning a feast for the festivities at home, we've got the restaurant (and game day tipple) for you. CRAFTED CAREFULLY. DRINK RESPONSIBLY. Woodford Reserve Kentucky Straight Whiskey, 43.2%-45.2% Alc. by Vol., The Woodford Reserve Distillery, Versailles, KY. Woodford Reserve is a registered trademark. ©2021

Bay Leaf Modern Indian Cuisine & Bar - 5 Points

4.8

4.8 (187)

$31 to $50

Contemporary Indian

Birmingham

About the restaurant

With an ingredient-driven focus, global accents and nuances, the menu is a commitment to simplicity and purity of flavor, a philosophy our new ownership firmly believes in. The menu is an expression of the finest available meats and vegetables, nearly all of which we procure fresh. Drawing inspiration from each corner of the Indian subcontinent, from northern plains to southern coast, we offer a diverse and dynamic experience for our guests.

In addition to traditional Indian favorites such as tikka masalas and biriyanis, Bay Leaf Modern Cuisine & Bar offers modern tantalizing twist on Indian delicacies. Unique additions to the menu such as a perfectly grilled sumptuous desi burger, succulent tangy kababs, completely re-imagined and modernized appetizer selection, complete with signature dishes such as raspberry paneer tikka and tamarind glazed short ribs will leave you craving for more !

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Michelle

Dined on Sep 23, 2024

First experience eating Indian cuisine and it was a great one! The server was helpful on recommending dishes. Nice atmosphere. Just a wonderful experience overall!

Bellini's Ristorante & Bar

4.8

4.8 (2949)

$30 and under

Italian

Birmingham

About the restaurant

Great ideas often occur in the most comfortable of settings and Bellinis is no exception. With that in mind, in 2008 after discussing ideas over a bottle (or 2) of wine, the concept of Bellinis was formed. Come see why "Life is Sweet" at our place. Relax and enjoy your own glass of wine among friends and see where your discussions take you. At Bellinis OUR Passion is YOUR Food and YOUR Service.

Bellini's features 100% Prime Organic Beef, housemade pastas, veal, seafood and classic Tuscan Italian dishes. Bellini's maintains an extensive wine selection and weekly desert specials. Our bar opens weekdays at 4pm for drinks and dinner service begins at 5pm Monday to Saturday.

We have two private dining areas available for large parties. Our private dining room accommodates 20 to 25 patrons and features a 48" TV with audio visual capabilities. Our Intimate Dining room accommodates 10 to 15 patrons. Reservations are suggested.

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Tyler

Dined 5 days ago

Bellinis is always so consistent. The service is great and so is the food.

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Popular dish

White Chocolate Bread Pudding

BrickTop's - Birmingham

4.8

4.8 (2744)

$30 and under

American

Alabama

About the restaurant

Opening July 24! BrickTop’s in Birmingham features a casual, upscale and stylish ambiance and offer a new and classic American menu offering lunch, dinner and Sunday brunch. We invite guests to enjoy our bar, dining room and private event space.

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AshleyVIP

Dined 5 days ago

We had a late lunch, and the dining room was not very full. We were seated by the kitchen anyway, not optimal. So- in a most empty restaurant- loud. Other than that a nice late lunch- pricey - food is always great.

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4.8

4.8 (1677)

$30 and under

American

Birmingham

About the restaurant

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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LindaVIP

Dined 7 days ago

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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North Italia Restaurant - Birmingham

4.7

4.7 (1631)

$30 and under

Italian

Birmingham

About the restaurant

At North, we focus on what we do best: Italian from scratch. Enjoy any of our handmade pastas and pizzas, created with seasonal ingredients and inventive flavors. Or, try a different signature dish, prepared with our fresh flavors from the garden, farm, and sea. We’ve hand crafted seasonal cocktails that pair great with our food, creating a real modern Italia experiences perfect for any occasion.

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Paige

Dined 5 days ago

The food was delicious and our server, Sydney was excellent! Can’t wait to return!

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Popular dish

Calamari Fritti

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White Truffle Garlic Bread

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Tuscan Kale

Roots & Revelry

3.3

3.3 (489)

$31 to $50

American

Birmingham

About the restaurant

A fun, energetic tribute to American Southern cuisine. Our dining room is bustling with high-energy just like our great Magic City. Our menus focus on local distilleries and local farms throughout Alabama; the menu is ever changing with only the freshest products on hand. Our dishes are whimsical yet elegant with a feeling of comfort to them.
Roots & Revelry departs from the norm by modernizing fine dining. It’s haute with casual undertones, southern with international influences.

Our Patio is not covered. Patio is weather permitting. In case of inclement weather, we will do our best to accommodate you inside but can not guarantee a table.

Reservations preferred, walk-ins accepted based on availability.

We are allotting 1 1/2 hours for parties of two, 2 hours for parties of four, 2 1/2 hours for parties six or more. Please call us at 205-730-1907 or email robert@roots-revelry.com for any parties over 8 guests.

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RaysineVIP

Dined on Nov 16, 2024

The experience was overall positive. The hostess was also the waitress. When it did get busy, they were having to multitask. However was aware of the wait and made a point to apologize. We accepted and understood. Chef delivered food and stated they were short staffed at the time. Food was great and the dessert( bread pudding) was the best i ever had 👍🏾

NoJa

4.9

4.9 (962)

$50 and over

Contemporary American

Mobile

About the restaurant

At NoJa we offer our services and products in accordance with the wishes of our customers' escalating standards that call for a new look, a flavorful, fresh and balanced menu, and finally, a new image aiming to convince patrons they are getting what they pay for and not more than they need. With this in mind, the menu at NoJa is an innovative blend of Mediterranean and Asian cooking methods, savory flavors and ingredients that we have termed Mediterrasian.

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Jeff

Dined 5 days ago

Seated promptly,service was great and Food was outstanding

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Popular dish

Spinach Salad

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Australian Lamb Chops

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8 oz Sous-Vide Hanger Steak

Habitat Feed & Social at Grand Bohemian Hotel Mountain Brook

4.6

4.6 (765)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Birmingham

About the restaurant

The Grand Bohemian Mountain Brook's signature restaurant, comprised of 144 indoor/outdoor seats. We also offer multiple spaces for rent including a 40-seat Private Dining Room, a 20-seat Billiard Room with outdoor access, a semi-private 12-seat Wine Room, and an 8-seat outdoor VIP space.

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KevinVIP

Dined on Dec 13, 2024

We were pleasantly surprised with the changes made at the restaurant. The new menu, attention to service and overall vibe are much improved. If you haven't been in a while give it a look. Highly recommend the chicken fried bacon and ribeye.

Bistro V

4.9

4.9 (1988)

$30 and under

American

Birmingham

About the restaurant

New American in Alabama. We are currently operating at 50% capacity. Thank you for your patience and patronage.

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Susanne

Dined 3 days ago

Great casual fine dining with a southern influence. Large menu- fish, meat, vegetarian. Excellent service.

Fleming's Steakhouse - Birmingham

4.7

4.7 (1592)

$31 to $50

Steak

Birmingham

About the restaurant

Your Birmingham Fleming's is located on Highway 280, just west of I-459 in the Summit Shopping Center. Fleming's in Birmingham is an outstanding choice to enjoy an exceptional Prime steak, glass of wine or handcrafted cocktail. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion, hosting a business dinner or simply wanting to enjoy a night out – we will create a safe and memorable evening in our Dining Room. With premium Prime steak options on our Dinner Menu as well as best-in-class seafood and innovative plant-based options, we have something to offer everyone you are dining with.

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Kevin

Dined today

My wife and I had dinner here. The restaurant was very nice. The wait staff was excellent. The food was really good except the lobster mac & cheese, it was ok but not a real stand out. They did make the table a bit festive for our anniversary so overall, We were happy. I will say we had the best steaks in a long time, and the Brussel sprouts were amazing. My wife raved about the French onion soup. The place is a bit pricey, but overall, we'll be back.

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