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One bite from a divine dish can make you feel as if you've just died and gone to heaven. In Alabama, 100 dishes can put you on cloud nine, from the ribs at Dreamland to the cheesecake at Hope's. You may never come down to earth, so extra dishes are presented here in case you come back for more.
Featured Restaurants
The Bright Star
The Bright Star has served up seafood and traditional steakhouse fare in Bessemer for more than a century. In 2010, it was named an American Classic Restaurant by the James Beard Foundation.
Highlands Bar and Grill
Since 1982, Frank Stitt's Highlands Bar and Grill has been one of Birmingham's premier dining destinations. The recipient of numerous accolades, the restaurant pairs French-inspired, Southern cuisine with elegant, upscale appeal.
Big Bob Gibson's Bar-B-Q
Big Bob Gibson is credited with creating North Alabama white barbecue sauce. In Decatur for 85 years, the restaurant is known for its barbecue chicken paired with the now famous concoction.
Lulu's at Homeport Marina
Owned by Lucy Buffett for nearly 15 years, Lulu's at Homeport Marina in Gulf Shores serves fresh seafood, fried favorites and Lulu's originals, such as Lower Alabama Caviar and Lulu's version of the Cheeseburger in Paradise.
Cotton Row
Chef James Boyce uses seasonal and local ingredients to put a fresh spin on traditional favorites. One such dish is his peanut butter and jelly in phyllo, a dessert served at Cotton Row in Huntsville.
Wintzell's
Known for 75 years for its oysters served fried, stewed and nude, Wintzell's now boasts 12 locations in Alabama and one in Florida. The original location on Mobile's Dauphin Street is still in operation today.
Garrett's
Chef Gary Garner opened his unique, upscale restaurant on Montgomery's east side in 1995. The menu changes seasonally, but the pecan pie martini with Jack Daniel's ice cream is available year-round.



