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As Alabama’s largest and most populous city, Birmingham has a large variety of unique restaurants and foodie destinations to choose from when deciding where to dine out. If you’re looking to celebrate a special occasion or are in the mood for some juicy and delicious cuts of steak, we’ve got you covered. Read our list of some of the very best steakhouses in the Birmingham area to find a spot for your next special dinner.

Steak

Niki’s West Steak & Seafood Restaurant

You may not expect to find a cafeteria-style line at a typical steak and seafood restaurant, but at this classic Birmingham spot, this unique method of serving patrons is suitable for its high demand. At Niki’s West Steak & Seafood Restaurant, where, if you’re patient, you can also be served from the menu, patrons indulge in tasty Southern style dishes, steak, seafood, and even some traditional Greek dishes. Try their country fried steak, Greek chicken, liver and onions, mac and cheese, and peach cobbler – you can thank us later.
Niki’s West, 233 Finley Avenue West, Birmingham, AL, +1 (205) 252-5751

Fleming’s Steak

Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar

If you need to make reservations to celebrate a special occasion, birthday, anniversary, or just life itself, call this upscale steakhouse to assure one of the best experiences you could have in Birmingham. Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar in the city, one of many locations all over the nation, consistently serves high quality meals in a luxurious, elegant, romantic setting. They have an extensive wine list to order from, and you can’t go wrong with their filet mignon, prime bone-in ribeye steak, and their famous molten chocolate lava cake for dessert.
Fleming’s Steakhouse, 103 Summit Boulevard, Birmingham, AL, +1(205) 262-9463

Seafood paella

Bellini’s Ristorante & Bar

This adorable Italian-themed restaurant is perfect for a quiet, romantic evening spent enjoying delicious steak, dessert, and wine. Bellini’s Ristorante & Bar, a dimly lit space with elegant Tuscan decor, places the spotlight on offering you the best dining experience you can have in the midst of comfort and pure hospitality. Their steaks, which are aged for a minimum of 21 days, are a must try, as well as the pork tenderloin and seafood paella. Bellini’s is especially attractive to sweet-toothed customers, as they feature exquisitely tasting weekly dessert specialties, such as their decadent white chocolate bread pudding or red velvet cake.
Bellini’s Ristorante & Bar, 6801 Cahaba Valley Road #106, Birmingham, AL, +1(205) 981-5380

Shula’s Porterhouse steak

Shula’s Steak House

Legendary former football coach Don Shula’s steakhouse brand has an impressive location in Birmingham perfect for a night of enjoying fine dining and delicious cuts. Shula’s Steak House, located in the Hyatt Regency Birmingham at the Wynfrey Hotel, is a sleek, elegant restaurant with hardwood floors and dark, wooden paneling. The meals, service, and drinks are all up to par, and we recommend going with the surf and turf special, jumbo lump crab cakes, and the crab macaroni and cheese.
Shula’s Steak House, 1000 Riverchase Galleria, Birmingham, AL, +1(205) 444-5750

Cinnamon roll

Michael’s Steaks and Seafood

If you’re looking to enjoy a juicy steak and some wine but don’t want to go all out, this more casual steakhouse is the perfect spot for you. Michael’s Steaks and Seafood, located on the outskirts of Birmingham, is a great restaurant for fine dining in a setting without any pretenses. The space is designed in a modern, clean cut manner, and a mural of a skyline graces the venue to set the mood. In terms of food, their steaks are always spot-on, and they also have great brunch items, such as the Michael’s Benedict. In addition to great steaks and dishes, try their warm, gooey cinnamon rolls – they’re heavenly.
Michael’s Steaks and Seafood, 1903 29th Avenue South, Homewood, AL, +1(205) 871-9525

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