Bright Star Restaurant

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304 19th St N

Bessemer, AL 35020

+1 (205) 424-9444

http://www.thebrightstar.com

Since 1907, The Bright Star restaurant has been serving generations of customers its specialty Greek- style snapper and steak, signature seafood gumbo, luncheon specials, and famous pies. Located in Bessemer, Alabama, the restaurant has a regional following and draws patrons from throughout the Southeast as well as nearby Birmingham. The Bright Star’s exceptional longevity results from one family’s continued commitment to excellent food and service. Family patriarchs Bill and Pete Koikos emigrated from Greece in 1923 and two years later purchased an ownership interest in the restaurant from founder Tom Bonduris. Since 1966, Bill’s two sons, Jim and Nick Koikos have owned and operated the business.

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4.5447 reviews

Tony R.

6/28/2025

First time eating at The Bright Star. Our server Vivian greeted us with a warm smile and a wonderful aura. We had a delicious meal. Peanut Butter pie is top shelf. Vivian was just super the whole...

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Davida B.

9/1/2025

First time visit here! I'm a foodie and people have told me, You've got to try Bright Star for YEARS! So I was super excited about this visit - literally giddy. lol! The service was wonderful....

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Mitch H.

8/8/2025

1-5* Total 4.5* Love the history, old time atmosphere as well Snapper amandine 4.8 Black eyes 5+ Fried okra 5* Glen beans 2.5 little over cook, wife like them She had Greek chicken breast 5*,...

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Cathy W.

8/9/2025

The Bright Star, is a favorite of mine. Come at lunch for a true Southern delight. You will have a difficult time trying to decide which meat, then what three,vegetables you will enjoy. At night...

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Allen M.

7/29/2025

We dine here a couple of times a year for a couple of friend's birthdays. This visit did not disappoint. Although most everyone in our group gets the Greek tenderloin and the Greek salad, I...

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