Amore

Name: Amore
Address: 5510 Highway 280 Ste 116, Birmingham, AL, United States, 35242
Telephone: (205) 437-1005
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.8

4.8

1956 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

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2 people

25 Feb 2025

19:00

Booked 14 times today

Good for special occasions
Charming
Romantic

Amore Ristorante Italiano, has been a traditional family owned and operated business since 2005. We are first generation Americans who have inherited the great cultures of the old world; who have actually lived and breathed the culture of the people we represent, in the translation of the food, wine, and spirit we serve you.

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Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Seafood, Steak
Hours of Operation
Tue–Thu 16:30–21:00 Fri, Sat 16:30–21:30
Phone number
(205) 437-1005
Website
http://letsamore.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Private party facilities
Amore is available for in home parties. Our chef will be on hand to prepare the meal and will be staffed accordingly. You sit back and enjoy the festivities. Everything is left spotless. No worries. No hassles. Let us entertain for you!

Location
5510 Highway 280, Ste 116, Birmingham, AL 35242
Area
Birmingham
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Polpette della Casa
Homemade Meatballs | Marinara
Salsiccia Amoré
Fresh Italian sausage locally made special for Amoré | White Wine | Garlic | Gorgonzola Cheese
Ostriche alla Griglia
Chargrilled Oysters Italiano (Limited Availability) Parmigiano Reggiano | Fontina | Garlic
Gamberetti Scampi
Sautéed Shrimp | White Wine | Butter | Garlic | Fresh Herbs
Torte di Granchio
Crab Cakes (Limited Availability) | Fresh Jumbo Lump Crabmeat | Balsamic Reduction | Peach-Mango Cream Sauce | Toasted Almonds
Fiocchetti alle Pere
Beggar's Purse | Fresh Pears | Ricotta | Brown Butter

Insalata e Zuppa

Salads and Soups

Insalata Italiana
Traditional Italian salad | Cucumbers | Pepperoncini | Carrots | Black Olives | Grape Tomatoes | Creamy Italian Vinaigrette
Insalata Caesar
Tender Romaine Hearts | Chef's Special Caesar dressing | (Anchovies available upon request)
Insalata Amoré
A Wedge Of Iceberg Lettuce | Boiled Eggs | Prosciutto | Red Onions | Gorgonzola Dressing
Zuppa del Giorno
Chef's Special Soup of the Day

Pastas

All entrees are served with a house salad and homemade garlic bread

Costoletta Brasate
Braised Short Rib | Risotto | Au Jus | Mushrooms
Polpette della Casa
Homemade Meatballs | Marinara | Linguini
Zita a Forno
Traditional Ricotta and Bolognese | Rigatoni | Mozzarella
Garganelli Carbonara
Creamy Alfredo Sauce | Pancetta | Mushrooms | Rigatoni
Pollo alla Vodka
Sautéed Chicken | Vodka | Cream | Pancetta | Shallots | Rigatoni
Pollo alla Gorgonzola
Sautéed Chicken | Gorgonzola Cream Sauce | Sun-Dried Tomatoes | Fettuccini
Pollo o Salsiccia Cacciatore
Sautéed Chicken or Italian Sausage | White Wine | Garlic | Peppers | Onions | Mushrooms | Marinara Sauce | Linguini
Melanzana alla Parmigiana
Sautéed Eggplant | Marinara | Mozzarella | Rigatoni
Lasagna Bolognese
Our authentic recipe for delicious lasagna!
Salsiccia con Peperoni e Chipole
Sausage | Peppers | Onions | Rigatoni | Parmigiano Reggiano
Fettuccini Alfredo
Rich Alfredo Sauce | Fettuccini
Pasta per Capellini alla Bolognese
Angel Hair | Rich Bolognese
Ravioli di Costata Corta
Short Rib Ravioli | Mushroom Cream Sauce
Ravioli con Aragosta
Lobster and Crab Ravioli | Fresh Lobster | Vodka Sauce | Pancetta | Shallots

Piatti di Pollo

Chicken Entrees Include House Salad, Homemade Garlic Bread, And Pasta

Pollo alla Parmigiana
Sautéed Chicken Breast | Marinara | Provolone | Fresh Pasta
Pollo al Piccata
Sautéed Chicken Breast | Capers | Mushrooms | Lemon Beurre Blanc | Fresh Pasta
Pollo al Marsala
Sautéed Chicken Breast | Mushrooms | Marsala Wine Reduction | Fresh Pasta

Piatti de Carne di Vitello

Veal Entrees Include House Salad, Homemade Garlic Bread, And Pasta

Vitello alla Piccata
Sautéed Tender Milk-Fed Veal Scaloppini | Capers | Mushrooms | Lemon Beurre Blanc | Fresh Pasta
Vitello al Marsala
Sautéed Tender Milk-Fed Veal Scaloppini | Mushrooms | Marsala Wine Reduction | Fresh Pasta
Vitello alla Parmigiana
Sautéed Tender Milk-Fed Veal Scaloppini | House Marinara | Provolone | Fresh Pasta

Dalla Griglia

All "from the grill" entrees include house salad, homemade garlic bread, and pasta

Chef's Prime Cut Selection

Piatti de mare

All seafood entrees include house salad, homemade garlic bread, and pasta

Torte di Granchio
Crab Cakes (Limited Availability) | Fresh Jumbo Lump Crabmeat | Balsamic Reduction | Peach-Mango Cream Sauce | Toasted Almonds | Fresh Pasta
Gamberetti Amoré
Gulf Shrimp Amoré | White Wine | Garlic | Sun-Dried Tomatoes | Gorgonzola Cream Sauce | Fresh Pasta
Gamberetti alla Vodka
Gulf Shrimp | Creamy Pink Vodka Sauce | Pancetta | Shallots | Fresh Pasta
Gamberetti Scampi
Gulf Shrimp | White Wine | Garlic | Butter | Lemon | Special Herbs | Linguini
Gamberetto Marinara o Fra diavolo
Gulf Shrimp (Mild or Spicy) | Garlic | White Wine | Marinara | Linguini
Dentice Saltato
Sautéed Gulf Red Snapper | Orzo | Broccolini | Lemon Caper Cream
Peshe alla Francaise
Red Snapper or Black Grouper Filet | Shrimp |Garlic | White Wine | Capers | Sun-Dried Tomatoes | Mushrooms | Beurre Blanc | Fresh Pasta
Risotto Alla Pescatora
Seafood Risotto | Fresh Red Snapper | Risotto | Shrimp | Italian Sausage | Cream Sherry Sauce
Peshe alla Picatta
Sautéed Gulf Red Snapper | Garlic | White Wine | Linguini
Salmone alla Grillia
Italian Grilled Salmon | Lemon Caper Drizzle | Broccolini | Linguine

Dolce della Casa

Desserts

Tiramisù
Mascarpone Custard | Whipped Cream | Kahlua | Espresso | Lady Fingers
Cannoli
Homemade Cannoli Shells | Sweet Ricotta | Chocolate Chips
Amaretto Cheesecake
Amaretto Cream | Strawberry Compound
Crème Brule
Traditional dessert, executed perfectly!
Budino di Pane
Homemade Bread Pudding | White Chocolate | Zabaglione Crème | Caramel
Lemon Sorbetto
Raspberry Coulis | Candied Lemon Peel

What 1,956 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.9Food
4.8Service
4.8Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Alabama
Best Overall
Alabama
Best Food
Alabama
Best Service
Alabama
Best Ambience
Alabama
Great for fine wines
Alabama
Romantic
Alabama
Good for special occasions
Birmingham
Best Overall
Birmingham
Best Food
Birmingham
Best Service
Birmingham
Best Ambience
Birmingham
Best Value
Birmingham
Great for fine wines
Birmingham
Romantic
Birmingham
Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Amore is a beloved Italian restaurant in Birmingham known for its consistently excellent food and service. Guests rave about the "amazing food" and "lovely atmosphere," making it a top choice for special occasions. Highlights include attentive staff, "fantastic dining experience," and standout dishes like lamb chops and seafood risotto. Highly recommended!

1,956 Reviews

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t
Western NC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Awesome service, atmosphere, and food. Will like to visit again.
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William
Alabama
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My experience was amazing from the communication before we arrived till we got there. Food was awesome and waitress was absolutely incredible.
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Jerry
Alabama
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great restaurant but pricing has gone out of line for the area and quality.
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T
Tiffany
Nashville
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The service was amazing, our server Paul was very informative! The food was to die for- from the garlic knots, to the salad, pasta and dessert! We ordered the Ziti a Forno and fettuccini alfredo with chicken, and even received a complimentary Birthday creme brulee! We also ordered the tiramisu and it did not disappoint! Nice romantic ambiance and we will definitely be back! If you ever have the chance to try it out, make sure you don’t miss out! 10/10 recommend!
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John
Alabama
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
My wife had crab cakes that were fantastic. I had the veal scalapini that was a generous portion. The salad included with the entrees was delicious. The white chocolate bread pudding is outstanding. Service was excellent.
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kerry
VIP
Alabama
31 reviews
5.0
31 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amore is by far the best Italian restaurant in the Birmingham area. It is great for special occasions, but we eat there all the time because it is so good! it never disappoints
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jeff
Alabama
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent experience beginning with reservation process ending with desert. Food was outstanding - fresh, perfect temp, and served with care. Do NOT miss the Beggers Purse appetizer for a truly special treat that is outside the typical fare. Can’t say enough positive things about our meal and service.
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Courtney
Alabama
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on 16 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
As usual, Amore was amazing! They were out of a few things which was a little sad but we had the fettuccine and short rib risotto with tiramisu to finish and it was delicious. Our server was attentive and kind along with the rest of the staff. We will be back soon!
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Mary Ann
Alabama
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on 16 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great dining experience. Food and service was excellent. Crème brûlée was amazing.
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Larry
Alabama
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 15 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious food and superb service, as always! Amore has been our go-to fine dining place for special occasions for years.
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FAQs

Amore offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (205) 437-1005.

Amore is rated 4.8 stars by 1956 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

25 Feb 2025

19:00

Booked 14 times today

Order delivery or takeout

5510 Highway 280, Ste 116, Birmingham, AL 35242

Additional information

Area
Birmingham
Hours of Operation
Tue–Thu 16:30–21:00 Fri, Sat 16:30–21:30
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Seafood, Steak
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Public Lot
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://letsamore.com/
Phone number
(205) 437-1005
Private party facilities
Amore is available for in home parties. Our chef will be on hand to prepare the meal and will be staffed accordingly. You sit back and enjoy the festivities. Everything is left spotless. No worries. No hassles. Let us entertain for you!

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Amore

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

The Best Bars for Foodies in Birmingham

Crème Brule

Cannoli

Lasagna Bolognese

Antipasti

Polpette della Casa

Salsiccia Amoré

Ostriche alla Griglia

Gamberetti Scampi

Torte di Granchio

Fiocchetti alle Pere

Insalata e Zuppa

Insalata Italiana

Insalata Caesar

Insalata Amoré

Zuppa del Giorno

Pastas

Costoletta Brasate

Polpette della Casa

Zita a Forno

Garganelli Carbonara

Pollo alla Vodka

Pollo alla Gorgonzola

Pollo o Salsiccia Cacciatore

Melanzana alla Parmigiana

Lasagna Bolognese

Salsiccia con Peperoni e Chipole

Fettuccini Alfredo

Pasta per Capellini alla Bolognese

Ravioli di Costata Corta

Ravioli con Aragosta

Piatti di Pollo

Pollo alla Parmigiana

Pollo al Piccata

Pollo al Marsala

Piatti de Carne di Vitello

Vitello alla Piccata

Vitello al Marsala

Vitello alla Parmigiana

Dalla Griglia

Chef's Prime Cut Selection

Piatti de mare

Torte di Granchio

Gamberetti Amoré

Gamberetti alla Vodka

Gamberetti Scampi

Gamberetto Marinara o Fra diavolo

Dentice Saltato

Peshe alla Francaise

Risotto Alla Pescatora

Peshe alla Picatta

Salmone alla Grillia

Dolce della Casa

Tiramisù

Cannoli

Amaretto Cheesecake

Crème Brule

Budino di Pane

Lemon Sorbetto

Overall ratings and reviews

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Review summary

FAQs

Does Amore offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Amore restaurant rated?

Is Amore currently accepting bookings?

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

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