A city cemented in history for its industrial founding and significant civil rights contributions, Birmingham, Alabama, is now a blend of modern charm and age-old Southern sophistication. And with an ever-growing roster of award-winning restaurants and exciting outdoor attractions, there’s no better place to spend a long summer weekend.
Downtown Birmingham is the heart of the city, buzzing with business people during the day and entertaining lively crowds once the sun sets each night. With much to do and see, this will likely be the focal point of your visit. But nearby neighborhoods are also chock-full of outstanding eateries.
A jaunt away in the bustling Birmingham suburb of Homewood, the freshly fried and glazed brioche doughnuts of are a childhood dream come true. A business that began as a pop-up in 2016, this shop has garnered a large fan base, and with flavors such as S’mores, Fruity Pebbles with cereal milk glaze, and plenty of is a gorgeous all-day café where you’ll find an impressive variety of impeccable pastries like buttery almond croissants and flawless kouign amann and savory bakes, including the always-delicious quiche and Avocado Tartine.
