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Galley and Garden, Birmingham, AL

Galley and Garden

4.6
4.6
1694 Reviews
$30 and under
American

Make a reservation

2 people
7:30 PM
Booked 10 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Good for business meals
Celebrated as the "Most Romantic Restaurant in Alabama", Galley and Garden features the finest locally sourced ingredients crafted into a creative and fresh menu. This beloved neighborhood gem is also recognized as Wine Enthusiast magazine's 100 Best Wine Restaurants in America and has garnered Wine Spectator's Best Award of Excellence. Artfully presented dishes, impeccable service, and the perfect address are signature to Galley and Garden, making it the perfect venue to celebrate any momentous occasion.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Sat 4:30 pm–8:30 pm Sun 10:30 am–1:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (205) 939-5551
  • Website
    https://www.galleyandgarden.com?y_source=1_NDUzOTQ2MDAtODYwLWxvY2F0aW9uLndlYnNpdGU%3D/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Jessica Lindeen
  • Catering
    If you have a special place in mind, we can bring the Galley and Garden experience to you. Our catering staff will ensure your event is memorable with the food, wine and refined service you expect here at Galley and Garden.<br />To discuss the possibility of your event, please contact us directly.
  • Private party facilities
    Our historic building is a beautifully renovated Southern home, with a collection of rooms providing guests with the perfect space to host private functions. Whether you are looking to have a business meeting, luncheon, party, or wedding, we will facilitate all of your needs.
  • Private party contact
    Teri Stewart: (205) 939-5551 ext. 2
  • Location
    2220 Highland Ave South, Birmingham, AL 35205
  • Neighborhood
    Birmingham
  • Cross street
    11th Court S.
  • Parking details
    Self-parking is available.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

  • Easter Supper

    Apr 20, 2025 only
    Hop into delicious moments this Easter! 🐰🌸 Join us for a festive dining experience, featuring special dishes and family-friendly vibes. Reserve your table now!

  • Father's Day 2025

    Jun 15, 2025 only
    Celebrate Dad with love and flavor! Join us this Father’s Day for a special dining experience he’ll appreciate. Reserve your table today!

  • Mother’s Day

    May 11, 2025 only
    Celebrating all of the moms! 💐❤️ Join us this Mother’s Day for a special dining experience she’ll cherish $75 per person, three course dining experience. Reserve your table today!

Private dining

Menu

Galley and Garden's menu was last updated 2023-04-11.

View menu on restaurant's website

What 1,694 people are saying

Galley and Garden reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Alabama

    Best Ambiance

  • Alabama

    Healthy

  • Alabama

    Neighborhood gem

  • Alabama

    Great for fine wines

  • Alabama

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Alabama

    Romantic

  • Alabama

    Good for special occasions

  • Alabama

    American

  • Birmingham

    Best Overall

  • Birmingham

    Best Service

  • Birmingham

    Best Ambiance

  • Birmingham

    Best Value

  • Birmingham

    Healthy

  • Birmingham

    Neighborhood gem

  • Birmingham

    Great for fine wines

  • Birmingham

    Romantic

  • Birmingham

    Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Galley and Garden is a culinary gem in Birmingham, offering an "outstanding" dining experience with a "wonderful" ambiance. Patrons rave about the "excellent" service and exquisite dishes like the Angus beef short rib and lobster ravioli. The historic Merritt House provides a "beautiful" setting, making it perfect for special occasions.
1,694 Reviews

  1. Scott

    Alabama1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My wife and I celebrated our anniversary and could not have picked a better place to celebrate. The food was wonderful, service excellent and we sat outside on the beautiful porch.

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  2. Klaus

    San Francisco2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One out of our 6 dishes was ok, otherwise excellent. Very attentive waitstaff and colleagues. Chef accommodated food sensitivities perfectly.

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    Alabama1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Galley and Garden is the perfect ambiance for meetings, i.e. not too loud to have a conversation. Everything was great, as always.

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  4. Cathy VIP

    Dallas33 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was outstanding! The French onion soup was amazing! Our waitress Lauren was so friendly, knowledgeable and took excellent care of us!

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  5. Susan

    New York City4 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    I hadn’t been to G&G in a year. I was disappointed. The table they gave us was poor, squeezed in across from the bar and very close to the check-In stand. The food was good but not great. I had indicated it was one of my guests birthday. The Greeter acknowledged this but the waiter did not and there was nothing offered. Overall I was disappointed. The waiter was ok. Nothing special about this almost $300 meal for 3!

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  6. Bill

    Alabama7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding experience. Service was superb, as was the meal. We will definitely be back!

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  7. Bobby

    New York City1 review

    2.0

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    When we made a reservation for Valentine's Day the hostess did not say it would be a special 3 course meal. That wasn't a huge problem as the food was good. It was not 75 dollars worth for a piece of fish, risotto and broccoli rabe. The appetizer of oysters Rockefeller was solid as was the Caesar salad. But nothing screamed excellent. Our service was outstanding, our waitress was brand new and was delightfully pleasant and honest about the menu. I wish we would've known on the front end that the menu was a course meal and would be a set price. Not worth the money in my opinion

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  8. Trowbridges100

    Alabama2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Menu was set for Valentine's Day (choice of 3 starters, 3 entrees, and 3 desserts) at a set price. Everything was great, would like to explore the full menu at next visit.

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  9. Shon

    Chicago1 review

    3.0

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Didn’t seem the cleanest. Set up was decent. The quality of food was not good and small portions. Way over priced. I’ve had 10 times better food and price doesn’t matter if it’s good! I travel all over the country for work and fine dine in nearly every state. I would never dine at this restaurant again.

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  10. Garrett

    Alabama2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved our server. She was very nice. The food was great.

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FAQs

Galley and Garden offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (205) 939-5551.

Galley and Garden is rated 4.6 stars by 1694 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:30 PM
Booked 10 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Galley and Garden

2220 Highland Ave South, Birmingham, AL 35205

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    11th Court S.
  • Neighborhood
    Birmingham
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Sat 4:30 pm–8:30 pm Sun 10:30 am–1:30 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Self-parking is available.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Jessica Lindeen
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    https://www.galleyandgarden.com?y_source=1_NDUzOTQ2MDAtODYwLWxvY2F0aW9uLndlYnNpdGU%3D/
  • Phone number
    (205) 939-5551
  • Catering
    If you have a special place in mind, we can bring the Galley and Garden experience to you. Our catering staff will ensure your event is memorable with the food, wine and refined service you expect here at Galley and Garden.<br />To discuss the possibility of your event, please contact us directly.
  • Private party facilities
    Our historic building is a beautifully renovated Southern home, with a collection of rooms providing guests with the perfect space to host private functions. Whether you are looking to have a business meeting, luncheon, party, or wedding, we will facilitate all of your needs.
  • Private party contact
    Teri Stewart: (205) 939-5551 ext. 2

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