Top Rated Nightlife in Birmingham

With just this location and another in Las Vegas, celebrity chef Todd English presents a mishmash of dishes that range from classic sliders and chicken wings to lobster rolls and Ahi tuna wontons. One look at the menu and you will see many familiar items like fish & chips, French dips, Reuben sandwiches and burgers, but chef Todd amplifies them with his own particular flair. Just as with his location in Vegas, this space exudes modern elegance with a tinge of nostalgia in the tin ceilings and open bay window seating, and it is far more convivial than pretentious.

A one-of-a-kind watering hole offering custom-made cocktails, local beers, wines and signature spirits, The Collins Bar is the ideal friendly neighborhood bar. Talented and attentive mixologists cater to your every need and whip up innovative concoctions sure to become your new favorite. Classic pub nibbles such as hummus, pigs-in-a-blanket, Greek pot-stickers, meatloaf sliders, grilled cheese sandwich and Reuben served here pair excellently with the drinks. The playful vibe of the bar created by the backdrop of vintage periodic table creates a hip ambiance perfect for casual night-outs with friends. Competitively priced, the relaxing lounge is the perfect refuge for those looking for a break from the usual.

The Atomic Bar and Lounge is set to bring the retro theme back in style. Located in the heart of Birmingham, this vintage themed bar boasts a wonderful 70s decor with pictures of famous pop stars of the 60s, wacky statues, ancient TVs and radios, and much more. The drinks menu is just as wonderful and features fabulous craft beers and well-mixed cocktails. With loads of board games to pass the time and quirky costumes to dress up in, you're sure to have a ball of a time at The Atomic Bar and Lounge.

Pies & Pints serves superb suds and perfect pizzas, a pub/restaurant in which everybody will find a favorite on the menu. The pints include selections from all over the country in a variety of styles, from IPAs to Lagers, and once you see the beer menu, it will take you a while to peruse through the mind-boggling amount of pints. The kitchen makes its own dough and the ovens bake pies of all types as well, from create-your-own to their specialty pizza, the ingredients come as you like. Some of the specialty pies are a little wacky, but delicious nonetheless. Try the Sriracha Shrimp, the Grape & Gorgonzola or the Cuban Pork for a change from the ordinary.

Ghost Train Brewing Company focuses on making only four or five core beers as opposed to some breweries which offer more styles. Nevertheless, this focus on precision is well-founded. The namesake lager as well as the Go-Devil Ale are made in the traditional German style and both are perfect for sunny, warm days. The Dark Ride Belgian Strong Ale packs a punch while the Terminal Station Brown Ale highlights the techniques of Northern England's brewers. The Switchman's Stash is an India Pale Lager that combines the intense hop flavors found in an ale with the bottom-fermenting yeast imparted in a lager. Overall, it's one of the best breweries in Birmingham when in search of beers crafted in traditional fashion.

Originally started by the Hastings, the food at The OvenBird restaurant uses live fire cooking technique. They serve a dinner menu with dishes from all over the world, included on the menu are Deviled Eggs, Tuna and Avocado Toast, Grilled Corn, Sunchoke Paella, Goat Merguez and a limited dessert menu. The most ordered dish here is the beef candle that has a candle made from animal fat placed in the bowl with the soup. It has an indoor as well as outdoor seating with a garden gallery where one could relax and dine surrounded by the true bliss of nature.