Diners' Choice: Good for special occasions restaurants in Birmingham

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Updated 05 October 2026

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Daniel George Restaurant and Bar

4.9

4.9 (1678)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Birmingham

About the restaurant

We hope you will join us at Daniel George restaurant. Located in the heart of Mountain Brook Village, we offer a casual yet elegant dining experience. Our menu includes fresh seafood and local produce. "Farm to Fork" is a philosophy we believe in and strive to pursue on a daily basis.

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Angie

Dined 4 days ago

Delightful experience for my moms birthday she enjoyed it very much!

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Little Betty Steak Bar

4.8

4.8 (1029)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Mountain Brook

About the restaurant

Revival Restaurant Group is delighted to introduce our newest concept - Little Betty Steak Bar. Located in Mountain Brook, Little Betty is an elegant, first-rate steakhouse and bar with a lively environment beautifully built to make you feel at home. With the thoughtfully curated work of Chef Kyle exploring influences from Italian and Japanese cuisine flavors, Little Betty is a Lane Parke neighborhood favorite.

Please, see our dining guidelines here:
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Andrea

Dined 2 days ago

Somehow this restaurant keeps getting better + better. I’m working my way through the menu + last night I enjoyed the Marsala mushrooms (new favorite!) spaghetti + Chicken Milanese. And it’s a given to order the Caesar salad every time. I’m not a gin drinker but I really liked the Whoa Black Betty, Bramble Lam. Restaurant was jumping from all of the Michelin excitement which also made for a great night.

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4.8

4.8 (304)

$30 and under

Lebanese

Birmingham

About the restaurant

Welcome to Epice, a charming Lebanese Bistro in the heart of the Birmingham. After 11 years of serving Nashville, we have opened our second location in beautiful Birmingham.

Our wonderful lunch sandwiches are wrapped in pita breads baked by Middle Eastern bakers and are served daily. At dinner, we keep the lights low for a great ambiance for a date night or celebration.

The bar serves a gorgeous cocktail program as well as fun wines from all over Europe and the Middle East. Come out and relax!

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hilaryGold

Dined 2 days ago

Wonderful experience. The food was amazing and service was outstanding! Will be back.

Bellini's Ristorante & Bar

4.8

4.8 (3311)

$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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Kimberly

Dined 5 days ago

We had a wonderful time at Bellinis last night. Our server was so nice and accommodating. All of our entrees were spectacular. We will definitely be back.

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Popular dish

Blackened Grouper Oscar

Popular dish

Seafood Risotto

Popular dish

White Chocolate Bread Pudding

Perry's Steakhouse & Grille - Birmingham

4.7

4.7 (9603)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Birmingham

About the restaurant

Enjoy the magic of Perry’s Steakhouse & Grille® in the Magic City! Whether dining with coworkers, enjoying a night out with friends, or hosting a special event, Perry’s award-winning menu, original cocktails and extensive wine list are perfect for any occasion. Boasting 10,000 square feet, our Birmingham location offers all of Perry’s unique features, including four private dining rooms, an island bar and an outdoor patio.

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Catherine M

Dined 1 day ago

This was my second visit and I’ll be back. No disappointments at all.

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Lapeer Steak & Seafood - Birmingham

4.7

4.7 (337)

$50 and over

Seafood

Birmingham

About the restaurant

Lapeer is a chef inspired Steak and Seafood concept with a boutique coastal vibe setting located in the heart of the Historic downtown Alpharetta.

The menu will include premium cuts of beef including prime, certified Angus, America Wagyu and reserved dry aged steaks. Our seasonal approach will have a mixture of classic, yet innovative creations as well as some steakhouse staples. We source our fresh seafood and day boat fish from the gulf and east coast and offer a regular rotating selection of fresh oysters

A well balanced by the glass list with a focus on new world varietals. An extensive reserve list driven by full bodied California cabs and red blends, backed with a solid mix of old world Italian and French varietals.

We here at Lapeer are excited to serve our community. We invite you to Lapeer Steak & Seafood where we are committed to offering class, quality , good service and style to meet your expectations at the highest level.

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Tim

Dined 6 days ago

Best restaurant in Birmingham! The entire meal - wine, apps, wagyu, sides, dessert - and service were phenomenal. 12/10

Texas de Brazil - Birmingham

4.6

4.6 (4055)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Birmingham

About the restaurant

Texas de Brazil is a Brazilian steakhouse, or churrascaria, offering an authentic rodizio-style dining experience where gaucho chefs serve endless tableside carvings of flame-grilled beef, lamb, pork, chicken, and Brazilian sausage. Guests also enjoy an extravagant salad area with seasonal chef-crafted items, fresh vegetables, artisan cheeses, and Brazilian specialties. The vibrant atmosphere blends Brazilian hospitality with an elegant setting, perfect for date nights, group dinners, and celebrations. Located in Birmingham's Uptown and BJCC district, our restaurant is a favorite of locals and visitors alike, just steps from major events, concerts, and downtown attractions in the heart of Birmingham.

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Rosa

Dined on 5 Oct 2026

Excellent service and always enjoy the atmosphere at Brazilian Steakhouse.

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Thanksgiving Day Experience

Fleming's Steakhouse - Birmingham

4.6

4.6 (1736)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Birmingham

About the restaurant

Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar 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 an excellent culinary experience - we will create a safe and memorable evening for you. If you prefer to enjoy your fine dining experience at home, you can order and pay for lunch or dinner online and then pick up curbside or select from one of our delivery partners.

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WilsonGold

Dined 4 days ago

Nicest people I know works at Flemings. Elision, Jared and James are super people. We sit in the bar at the high tops and they treat us like royalty and are our good friends.

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Ruth's Chris Steak House - Birmingham

4.5

4.5 (2145)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Birmingham

About the restaurant

Ruth's Chris Steak House in Birmingham, Alabama is situated in the lobby of the Embassy Suites hotel conveniently located just off the Red Mountain Expressway between the Homewood and Mountain Brook neighborhoods. Deep, rich reds with accents of teal and copper predominate the steakhouse dining room while the dense foliage of the open atrium hotel envelops our restaurant in an air of casual elegance.

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Jack

Dined 3 days ago

Excellent food. Service was awesome. Management was clearly involved in the experience as evidenced by their checking with us during our time.

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Experience

Ruth's Happiest Hours, Daily 4-6:30pm

Experience

Blanton's Bourbon & Sazerac Whiskey Dinner

Experience

Thanksgiving at Ruth's Chris

Emmy Squared Pizza - The Summit, Birmingham

4.4

4.4 (151)

$30 and under

Pizzeria

Vestavia Hills

About the restaurant

Emmy Squared Pizza: Birmingham offers Alabama's best Detroit-style pizza, alongside craveable bites and a full bar featuring specialty cocktails. Join us for Happy Hour Monday–Thursday from 4 PM–6 PM. The top choice for crafted pizza in Alabama.

In 2014, Emily and Matt opened their first restaurant in Clinton Hill, Brooklyn, with a goal to create quality pies. A trip to Detroit changed everything: they loved the local style, the crispy cheese edge, airy dough, and bold red sauce. They knew pairing this base with chef-inspired toppings would be special.

Back in Brooklyn, they began experimenting with organic flour, aged cheeses, fresh tomatoes, and combinations like truffle/mushrooms or pesto/Calabrian chilies, perfecting that crave-worthy cheese crust. In 2016, they unveiled their Detroit-style take with Emmy Squared Pizza. They remain committed to crafting the country's most thoughtful pizzas. We hope you enjoy them!

Detroit-Style Soul, Brooklyn Born.

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WhitneyGold

Dined on 11 Oct 2026

Forever my favorite place! I will always come back.

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