Here are my favorite bars in Birmingham, Alabama, whether you want an old fashioned at a casual regulars' spot or you're looking for an exciting new drink at happy hour.
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cocktail bars for date night or GNO
casual bars that regulars love
cocktail bars for date night or GNO
My favorite bar to take out-of-towners and first-timers thanks to its kitschy decor and rotating cocktail menu! The Sex Panther is their most popular drink and it comes with a temporary tattoo, so don't miss out
House of Found Objects
Adios has one of my favorite happy hours in the city, and while they've got a great margarita, you can enjoy drinks with any spirit in their program
Adiõs
Juniper is one of the most beautiful bars I've ever been to, and they have a wonderful cocktail service to match. They're a gin bar with a great dirty martini, but they have a full bar, nonalcoholic drinks and delicious bites
Juniper
The Collins is a fun cocktail bar where there is no cocktail menu—instead, you trust your bartender and describe the kind of drink you like, and they'll make it for you! It's a fun concept and great environment
The Collins Bar
An upscale, moody bar with a great cocktail list that's putting inventive twists on classic favorites, like their espresso martini made with JUNE Coffee espresso.
Bygones Cocktail Bar
A fun tiki bar with a menu that's always changing, full of classic cocktails and inventive new flavors. Bonus: they have yummy mocktails!
Tucana Tiki Bar
A fun rum bar (and restaurant) that has a great happy hour and drinks that you'll want to take pictures of
Cayo Coco Rum Bar & Restaurant
casual bars that regulars love
Lou's is a casual spot that locals love, so it's fun if you're looking for a no-fuss atmosphere full of regulars. They don't have a menu, so tell them what you like or order a classic drink
Lou's Pub & Package Store
Billy's Tavern has recently re-opened under new ownership, and it's a great spot to have a beer while you sit at the bar and catch up with friends or play pool
Billy's Tavern
At Mom's, you'll find photos of regulars' moms all over the walls, pool and darts, and a crowd of regulars (IMO, this is definitely a younger bar, but it's super fun)
Mom's Basement
I've only stopped in once or twice, and both times you could tell that the regulars were close friends with the whole staff. The staff is knowledgeable, the bar has a fun decor and the food truck outside has some of my favorite smash burgers in the a...
Continental Drift
My go-to spot for karaoke (both singing and watching) and where I've ended my last three birthdays in Birmingham!