When it comes to dining out, a restaurant's atmosphere is just as important as the taste of its food. Alabama is filled with many restaurants that offer both an incredible atmosphere and a variety of delicious food. One restaurant in particular is Bull Pen Steakhouse. To learn all about this restaurant, take a look below.
Bull Pen Steakhouse is a rustic-style restaurant at Old York Farms in Oakman, Alabama.
Even though this award-winning restaurant is located off the beaten path, word must've gotten out regarding how delicious its food is because there's usually always a crowd.
In fact, people have been known to drive many miles to visit Bull Pen Steakhouse for its unique atmosphere and delicious food. Most have even become repeat customers.
Are you a fan of trains in Alabama? We’ve got a real treat for you: a visit to Derailed Diner is an absolute must! When you think of a train restaurant, your mind probably goes to eating on a moving train that offers railcar dining. But Derailed Diner is something else entirely. Located in Robertsdale, this diner is part of the Oasis Travel Center and is open 24/7. It’s one of the most unique restaurants in Alabama, and if you love themed restaurants, you won’t want to miss it. You’ll definitely want to hop on board this unique train restaurant in Alabama as soon as you can.
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Eating at a truck stop doesn't always sound appealing, but this is one eatery that is far more exciting (and unique) than you'd expect.
After all, you don't get the opportunity to dine in a train restaurant like this one very often! This "train restaurant near me" in Alabama will make you feel like a kid again. After all, it's one of the most family-friendly restaurants in Robertsdale.
Once you step inside, you'll see what a unique experience this is.
Guests have the option of eating inside the main dining area which is decorated from floor to ceiling with a transportation theme. Or, visitors can step inside the full-size train car and eat there!
This is one of our favorite family-friendly restaurants in Robertsdale, Alabama, because no matter your age, the idea of eating inside a train is a blast.
This is a tailgating experience we'll bet you've never had before!
Derailed Diner in Robertsdale, Alabama, doesn't rest on the laurels of its fun atmosphere alone. The food is just as incredible as the environment, serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Everything is prepared fresh from scratch. From buttermilk pancakes to stuffed biscuits, chicken fried steak to grilled country ham, there's a little something for everyone at Derailed Diner. The portions are huge and the prices can't be beaten. In fact, if you love breakfast, you may enjoy some of the best breakfast in Robertsdale at Derailed Diner.
Be sure to save room for the delicious fudge, or better yet, the Derailed Diner's famous pecan pie cheesecake!
It's been included in Alabama Tourism's guide to "100 Dishes to Eat In Alabama Before You Die," and it's as divine as it sounds.
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Whether you're a kid or a kid at heart, you'll love a visit to this unique place that's probably the only train restaurant in Alabama. It's truly "a little off the beaten track." For more information, follow Derailed Diner on Facebook.
If you thought dining inside of a train was unique, just wait until you see this restaurant in Alabama. Also, while you’re traveling through the state, here are some more fun things to do in Alabama.
If you need a place to stay during a visit to Robertsdale, Alabama, take a look at this Tiny Cabin Farm Stay and make a reservation on Airbnb.
This Alabama Dining Experience Has Been Called One of the Best Restaurants in the U.S.
A favorite Birmingham, Alabama fine dining restaurant for over three decades, Bottega reimagined its look and experience and quickly earned national recognition
A favorite Birmingham, Alabama, fine dining restaurant for over three decades, the "Southern-flavored, Italian-inspired" Bottega has welcomed guests to a reimagined look and experience for the past two years. While expectations were high after closing almost an entire year for renovations in 2022, it raised the bar: In 2023, it was a top-five finalist for the 2023 James Beard Foundation for "Most Outstanding Hospitality." That's probably no surprise to those familiar with the names of restaurateurs Frank and Pardis Stitt.
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Saying the food landscape in Alabama would lack flavor without the Stitts is an understatement, and their hometown of Birmingham shines brighter than any other city for cuisine. With a wandlike wave of their spatulas, the Magic City's kitchen magicians have claimed the whole handful of James Beard Awards bestowed on our state, so far. Stitt and his team have earned half of them.
A quick history of Stitt Restaurant Group, at least in terms of accolades: Stitt opened his first restaurant, Highlands Bar & Grill, in 1982, then Bottega in 1988, the adjoining Bottega Café in 1990, and Chez Fonfon in 2000. He won the James Beard Foundation Award for Best Chef: Southeast in 2001. Starting in 2009, Highlands Bar & Grill made the finals for 10 years to be named the James Beard Foundation's "Most Outstanding Restaurant" – finally nabbing the honor in 2018. That was an outstanding year indeed for Highlands, with Dolester Miles taking the "Most Outstanding Pastry Chef" award, as well. (Although now retired, Miles' legendary coconut pecan cake isn't going anywhere and is available at Bottega and Chez Fonfon).
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While Highlands Bar & Grill remains closed at the time of this writing for renovation and reimagining, it's giving Chez Fonfon, Bottega, and Bottega Café their time to shine. Reservations are recommended for the Bottega Dining Room, which is open Wednesday through Saturday evenings from 5 p.m. to 9:30 p.m..
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Executive Chef Stitt, Culinary Director Adam Grusin, and Chef de Cuisine Julio de la Rosa tailor menu offerings to feature the freshest, in-season ingredients. A beautiful recent main course option featured Maine lobster gnocchi, for example. You can view the most current menus on the Bottega website.
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Reservations are not required at the Dining Room Bar if you want to swing by after work for a craft cocktail, glass of wine, or beverage of choice. You may then opt to experience the flavors of Bottega in a more casual mode, and for that, the adjacent Bottega Café is an excellent choice. Reservations are not taken for the café, and you can choose between a seat at the bar, a selection of tables, or the festive patio with twinkling lights overhead. The café is open Tuesday through Saturday, from 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.
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While the café menu offers a good variety of snacks, main dishes, salads, and sides, people rave about the wood-fired pizzas, which are available in nine different ways. Customer favorites include the White Pie, Butcher's Pie, and an unnamed pie with sweet peppers, chicken, fontina, arugula, and Alecia's tomato chutney.
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If this hasn't been enough to keep your mouth watering, be sure to give Bottega a Facebook follow to see more delicious dishes. This fine dining restaurant in Birmingham, Alabama, is the perfect destination to make a weekend stay in the Magic City extra special. If you are planning such a trip, take a look at The Westin Birmingham Downtown.
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