The best restaurants in Hoover

This modern venue, part of a small chain, serves Thai specialties, sushi & cocktails.

16 Perimeter Park S (Birmingham)

Casual, upscale eatery serving up sandwiches and salads, along with soups, mac 'n' cheese, waffles, burgers and chicken dishes.

2901 Cahaba Rd (Mountain Brook)

Casual Japanese restaurant featuring all-you-can-eat sushi, hibachi dishes, and a kids' menu.

1944 Hoover Ct

Chain eatery & bar serving a diverse menu of classic Italian fare in a family-friendly setting.

4503 Riverview Pkwy (Birmingham)

Casual venue offering a menu of authentic Mexican recipes, plus Tex-Mex fare, and margaritas.

4673 US-280 (Birmingham)

Pizzas, salads, and other comfort food offered in casual environs with a bar, and a patio.

3104 Timberlake Dr (Vestavia Hills)

Funky, art-filled chain pizzeria featuring craft beer, calzones & creative stone-baked pizzas.

920 Inverness Cors (Birmingham)

Italian eatery offers aged steaks, housemade pastas & other Tuscan fare in comfortable surrounds.

6801 Cahaba Valley Rd Ste 106 (Birmingham)

Laid-back eatery featuring made-to-order tacos, burritos and bowls, plus margaritas.

6801 Cahaba Valley Rd Ste 124 (Birmingham)

Japanese eatery dishing up sushi & maki rolls, plus tempura & noodles, in a modern, dark-hued space.

5192 Caldwell Mill Rd #105

Sushi joint with Korean BBQ known for bulgogi, galbi & sushi lunch boxes in a simple space.

5291 Valleydale Rd #101 (Birmingham)

Popular delivery, carry-out & dine-in chain known for pizza, wings & pasta, plus sides & desserts.

4500 Valleydale Rd Ste 300 (Birmingham)

New York-style thin-crust & Sicilian deep-dish pizzas star on the long menu in this informal eatery.

4673 US-280 (Birmingham)

American chain restaurant offering sizable portions from a vast menu including signature cheesecake

236 Summit Blvd (Birmingham)

Traditional pick for Italian dining in an art-lined room with red-checked tablecloths & a full bar.

68 Church St (Mountain Brook)

Japanese eatery featuring a large sushi selection and hibachi dishes served in a casual setting.

700 Montgomery Hwy Ste178 (Vestavia Hills)

East Coast-based chain serving artisanal pizzas & other Italian sandwiches & salads.

5192 Caldwell Mill Rd

Bustling strip-mall bakery serving NY-style bagels & breads, plus sandwiches & baked goods.

66 Church St Apt B (Mountain Brook)

Casual spot with a deli counter specializing in steak sandwiches, steaks and Italian sausages.

813 Shades Crest Rd (Birmingham)

Fast-food chain serving chicken sandwiches & nuggets along with salads & sides.

1609 Montgomery Hwy

Chain restaurant serving steaks, seafood & cocktails in an upscale lodgelike setting.

191 Main St

Modest spot for Cajun seafood boils, po' boys & other classic dishes, plus cocktails, beer & wine.

2531 Rocky Ridge Rd Ste 107 (Vestavia Hills)

Informal Texas-themed chain offers a meaty menu & full bar amid cattle kitsch decor.

2943 John Hawkins Pkwy

Family-friendly buffet chain featuring all-you-can-eat American fare, plus salad & dessert bars.

3117 Lorna Rd

Cheerful eatery for create-your-own stir-fries with rice or noodles, plus sushi & sashimi.

109 Wildwood Pkwy (Birmingham)

Family-friendly American bar & grill offering big burgers & a variety of craft beers on tap.

3325-201 Rocky Ridge Plz (Vestavia Hills)

Casual eatery offering traditional staples like pork dishes & hot soup.

1550 Montgomery Hwy Ste O

Laid-back, neighborhood drinking-and-dining spot, with a menu of comfort bites like burgers and tacos.

728 29th St S (Birmingham)

Branch of a fast-food chain known for its drive-thru BBQ, burgers & more than 40 milkshake flavors.

301 24th St S (Birmingham)

Chill pizzeria pairs pizzas cooked in a stone oven & craft beers in hip digs with a fireplace.

725 29th St S (Birmingham)

Casual spot serving comfort food, Mexican classics including tacos, tamales and wings alongside fajitas and fish.

67 6th Ave S (Birmingham)

Traditional Italian cuisine presented in warm, brick-lined dining area with a bar.

2312 2nd Ave N (Birmingham)

Modern interpretations of classic Thai dishes & Japanese sushi in a relaxed environment.

300 19th St S Ste 109 (Homewood)

Global bites are served from a variety of stalls at this modern food hall in the Pizitz Building.

1821 2nd Ave N #3112 (Birmingham)

Creative takes on classic American eats, beer & cocktails plus live music, games & a patio.

1830 29th Ave S #175 (Homewood)

Popular, petite cafe serving pizzas with creative toppings & other Italian fare in a trendy space.

207A 20th St N (Birmingham)

Brick-front pizzeria featuring straight-up Italian fare & wood-fired Neopolitan pies.

2930 3rd Ave S (Birmingham)

Modern, clubby restaurant featuring sushi & Japanese tapas, plus fancy mixed drinks.

238 Summit Blvd Ste 100 (Birmingham)

Sleek wood-fired-steakhouse specializing in raw oysters and traditional fare.

2309 1st Ave N suite 201 (Birmingham)

Local BBQ chain serving hickory-fired ribs, plates & sandwiches, plus wings & comfort sides.

1427 14th Ave S (Birmingham)

Upscale restaurant offering steak, pork chops, and other elevated comfort food, plus beer, wine, and cocktails.

2727 18th St S (Birmingham)

Hit up Wasabi Juan's The Battery this week for sushi burritos loaded with spicy tuna or shrimp, plus crunchy tacos with shrimp ceviche and…

2201 2nd Ave S #105 (Birmingham)

Buzzy, rustic-chic eatery & bar with a patio offering adventurous, globally inspired small plates.

2810 3rd Ave S (Birmingham)

Local chain known for ribs, chicken & BBQ sandwiches, plus sweets such as cakes & cookies.

337 Valley Ave (Birmingham)

Chef prepares regional ingredients with a modern Southern spin in a historic, brick-walled bistro.

113 20th St N (Birmingham)

Casual restaurant offering burgers, bowls, and other comfort food paired with craft beer and cocktails.

2 Dexter Ave (Mountain Brook)

Casual spot offering New Orleans-inspired brunch dishes, plus coffee, cocktails, and local beers.

1017 Oxmoor Rd (Birmingham)

Vibrant restaurant and bar for jerk chicken, ceviche and other Caribbean faves, plus cocktails.

2015 1st Ave N (Birmingham)

Signature sushi rolls, ramen & other Japanese staples round out the menu at this casual restaurant.

1909 11th Ave S (Birmingham)

Funky, art-filled chain pizzeria featuring craft beer, calzones & creative stone-baked pizzas.

1200 20th St S Ste 100 (Birmingham)

Farm-to-table American fine dining in an elegant, historic home with intimate rooms & a jazz brunch.

2220 Highland Ave (Birmingham)

Familiar Tex-Mex combo plates & flavored margaritas served in an informal space with colorful decor.

2839 7th Ave S (Birmingham)

Generous portions of barbecue with housemade sauces in a cozy, counter-serve, mom-&-pop smokehouse.

3278 Cahaba Heights Rd (Birmingham)

Fine Italian cuisine in a sophisticated dining room with white tablecloths & romantic lighting.

721 Broadway St (Birmingham)

Chains serving waffles alongside made-to-order chicken wings in a laid-back space.

3425 6th Ave S (Birmingham)

Casual Asian fusion restaurant offering tacos, burgers, and ramen, as well as happy-hour specials.

2808 7th Ave S #117 (Birmingham)

Homey outpost for Southern & Cajun fare such as shrimp & grits, a bayou burger & black-bean salsa.

3144 Green Valley Rd (Birmingham)

Easygoing chain serving Alabama-style pulled pork & other meats smoked in-house.

731 29th St S (Birmingham)

Restaurant serving seafood, steak & cocktails in a chic, relaxed space with patio seating.

2824 5th Ave S (Birmingham)

Japanese restaurant offering a wide range of dishes, from sushi and bento boxes to steaks, in an easygoing setting.

1205 Lake Dr SE Ste 111 (Bessemer)

Laid-back chain known for slow-cooked BBQ & cheese biscuits, plus burgers, salads & classic sides.

1908 11th Ave S (Birmingham)

Vibrant gathering place serving Latin & American dishes in a quirky, brick-walled space.

2921 Highland Ave (Birmingham)

A bar & restaurant with Chicago-style & thin crust pizzas by the slice or pie alongside beer & wine.

1304 2nd Ave S (Birmingham)

American & Mediterranean bites served in a down-to-earth, fast-food-style setup.

1629 10th Ave S (Birmingham)

Inventive, sophisticated setting for modern Mexican cuisine & spirits amid bold art & rich woods.

2211 2nd Ave N (Birmingham)

Casual eatery offering wood-fired pizza in a variety of styles, salads and homemade dressings.

2212 Morris Ave Ste 105 (Birmingham)

Familiar Italian trattoria offering pizza, pasta & other traditional fare, plus a robust wine list.

2218 2nd Ave N (Birmingham)

Low-key restaurant dishing up buffalo, lemon pepper and honey BBQ wings alongside cheesesteaks and fries.

208 Green Springs Ave S (Birmingham)

Casual venue for small plates such as fried brussels sprouts and mac-and-cheese gnocchi.

2251 Highland Ave (Birmingham)

Tacos, gorditas, burritos, and other Mexican offerings dished up from a popular food truck.

302 Columbiana Rd (Homewood)

Counter-serve chain for custom burgers, including poultry & veggie versions, plus fries & shakes.

2112 7th Ave S (Birmingham)

Counter-service restaurant specializing in shawarma sandwiches and bowls, plus falafel dishes, kebabs and hummus.

1011 20th St S (Birmingham)

Sushi eatery featuring traditional rolls & other Japanese fare, inventive cocktails & a slick space.

1830 29th Ave S (Birmingham)

Stylish dining room & bar with a rooftop terrace at the Grand Bohemian Hotel Mountain Brook.

Grand Bohemian Hotel, 2655 Lane Park Rd (Mountain Brook)

Casual Italian pizza spot featuring a spice bar for topping pies, plus gelato.

4700 US-280 Ste 13 (Birmingham)

Bar chain serving creative burgers & a lengthy list of beers in a casual, funky space.

2811 7th Ave S (Birmingham)

Italian cafe serving lasagna, meatball subs, pizza & other standards in an informal sit-down space.

925 8th St S (Birmingham)

Warm eatery for Lebanese dishes such as shawarma and mishwe, and a bar with European wines.

2308 1st Ave S Unit 102 (Birmingham)

Chain restaurant dishing up pizza, pasta, and Italian classics such as spaghetti and meatballs and chicken parmigiana, plus brunch options.

225 Summit Blvd Ste 1100 (Birmingham)

Casual, lively chain cafe serving Southern-inspired breakfast and lunch dishes.

1926 29th Ave S (Homewood)

Waffles, biscuits & other hearty daytime eats are served up in a bright, contemporary space.

5361 US-280 (Birmingham)

When dinner needs to be fast and actually good, Hot Spot Wings turns out crispy, flavor-packed wings, juicy stacked burgers, and authentic…

1316 Bessemer Rd (Birmingham)

Inventive Pan-Asian plates, cocktails & sake offered in a sleek space with rustic-modern decor.

2212 2nd Ave N (Birmingham)

Trendy contemporary American cafe offering lunch, dinner & weekend brunch, plus specialty cocktails.

2215 1st Ave N (Birmingham)

Laid-back cafe featuring waffles, chicken dishes burgers and brisket, plus a kids' menu.

1025 20th St S (Birmingham)