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The Dumbwaiter Restaurant, Mobile, AL

The Dumbwaiter Restaurant

4.6
4.6
1446 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary Southern

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2 people
10:00 PM
Booked 15 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
Dumbwaiter is reminiscent of the nostalgic southern charm for which the city of Mobile is so well known. While quirky and quaint, this vital kitchen tool serves as an example of early restaurant innovation . Likewise, our restaurant integrates modern technology with the charm of yesteryear to provide a first class dining experience. The Dumbwaiter represents our commitment to carrying on the tradition of excellence from the kitchen, to the server, to your table.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Southern, Comfort Food
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (251) 445-3802
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    David Byars
  • Neighborhood
    Mobile
  • Cross street
    N. Conception St.
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,446 people are saying

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
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Mobile

    Hot spot

  • Mobile

    Neighborhood gem

  • Mobile

    Most Booked

  • Mobile

    Innovative

  • Mobile

    Good for groups

  • Mobile

    Neighborhood gem

  • Mobile

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Dumbwaiter Restaurant in Mobile offers "fantastic food and fantastic service." Guests rave about its "high standards" for quality, with standout dishes like fried green tomatoes and Tensaw Tournedos. The ambiance is perfect for date nights or special occasions. Although noted as "a bit pricey," the experience is "worth every penny."

1,447 Reviews
  1. Susan

    Jacksonville

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We returned to Dumbwaiter because of the experience we had a year or more ago there. We ate the braised ribs back then. Got the pot roast this time and it had fat and gristle and was not tender. Liked the atmosphere and the waitstaff was good. The manager was friendly. Disappointed in our dish. One person in our party got scallops and said they were good (tender). Hopefully, a one-off night. Two of us were celebrating birthdays. No mention even though I put it in comments in the reservation.

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  2. Sharon

    New Orleans

    31 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    31 reviews

    Dined on November 19, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food. Nice atmosphere. Server was very good. Definitely coming back.

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  3. Anthony

    Mobile

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 16, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food, amazing service. Atmosphere was pleasant and enjoyable. Would highly recommend going there, because this was my first time and for sure won’t be my last .

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  4. TJ

    Alabama

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 16, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The bread pudding will make you hurt YOSELF!!! Everything was to the “T” and highly recommend everyone try it once, you’ll return.

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  5. Corey

    Tallahassee

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 16, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great dining experience. Efficient service and fabulous food! We will definitely return.

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  6. Angela

    Mobile

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I always love coming here when I visit Mobile! Great and knowledgeable staff, friendly service and wonderful food!

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  7. Sally

    Houston

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on November 14, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and service was outstanding. We started with an old fashions and the broiled oyster appetizer, which was shared by the men while the gals shared the Caesar salad. The atmosphere is charming, we would love to come back.

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    New Orleans

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 7, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I loved the experience. Food is so good ! Very good

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  9. Adam

    Mobile

    10 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on November 6, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Food: 5 Star Had Brussel Sprouts, Green Tomatoes, Pot Roast, and Steak Special. All were tasty. Service: 3 Star Server was trying to rush us out. First, they said several large parties were coming, and we needed to order asap. Then, they said they had another reservation behind ours, and we needed to be gone by a certain time. We were not late for the reservation, and also ordered Cocktails, Appetizers, Entrees, and Dessert. How is it our fault that it took too long? After all that, the server finally comes back and says they were able to move the other reservation, so we could stay. Yeah right! At this price point, it did not give a warm and fuzzy feeling...

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  10. Kirk

    Mobile

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 2, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Thoroughly enjoyed our meal and the service was great. My spouse had the shrimp & grits and I had the Hook to Table (tripletail). Both were delicious. The fish and vegetables were cooked perfectly. I look forward to returning and trying other selections.

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The Dumbwaiter Restaurant is rated 4.6 stars by 1446 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
10:00 PM
Booked 15 times today
Google Map for The Dumbwaiter Restaurant

167 Dauphin St, Mobile, AL 36602

Additional information

  • Cross street
    N. Conception St.
  • Neighborhood
    Mobile
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Southern, Comfort Food
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    David Byars
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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