Global recognition of Greater Birmingham’s culinary scene continues – most recently from Eater, a digital media brand dedicated to all things food and dining, and Eater contributor Rai Mincey.
“As the home base for Southern Living and Food & Wine, Birmingham is a culinary command center, having quietly shaped American tastes for years. But 2026 is the moment the city jumps off the page. The momentum is unmistakable in a cluster of high-profile openings, including Eater 2025 Best New Restaurants winner Bayonet, the city’s first tasting menu spot Rêve, James Beard finalist Jose Medina Camacho’s tequila bar Adiõs, and ever-expanding local chain Saw’s BBQ.
