The Essential

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2215 1st Ave N
Birmingham, AL 35203
+1 (205) 718-7612
https://essentialbham.com
American bistro open all day with fresh pasta, craft cocktails, natural wines, a really good chicken, and weekend brunch.

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4.5463 reviews
Jack W.
9/5/2025

Fantastic food, highly recommend. I ordered the rigatoni as takeout, and it was great. Great taste, just enough spice and good portion size. Enjoyed the sourdough bread as well.

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Bailey C.
4/27/2025

Came here for Sunday brunch, busy but attentive staff and only 45 min wait for table of 4. Small menu, but they do it well. Really great drinks to choose from we enjoyed some Palomas and a...

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Matthew H.
9/14/2025

Wow! Thats really all you can say is wow. I found this place when looking for nice dinner options in the area and though the menu and everything looks great. So I booked a reservation and...

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Angela M.
9/4/2025

My mother, sister, and I stopped in here during their weekend brunch. The restaurant has a cozy, casual atmosphere and is just a short ride from the Birmingham airport. I ordered the Caesar...

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Michael H.
9/1/2025

A Birmingham gem great for lunch and brunch. Also, the espresso martini's are on point.

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