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Yard Dining Room - The Yard - Birmingham, Birmingham, AL

The Yard - Birmingham

4.1
4.1
693 Reviews
$31 to $50
Regional American (Contemporary Southern)

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2 people
19:00
Booked 5 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Romantic
Welcome to The Yard in Birmingham, Alabama, where Elevated Dutch-Southern Fusion takes center stage. Indulge in a culinary journey crafted by Executive Chef Shellbie King, whose expertise transforms hearty, rich, and soulful ingredients into exquisite dishes. The warm ambiance envelops you in Southern charm, with decor featuring reclaimed wood, leather accents, and artful touches. Immerse yourself in a dining experience where every detail, from the menu to the lighting, contributes to a memorable fusion of flavors and hospitality.

We serve breakfast and dinner weekly, and we serve breakfast, brunch, and dinner on weekends. We are happy to accommodate large groups! Please call the restaurant directly for parties of 7 or more. Any reservation created online for parties of 7 or more, including those created as multiple smaller parties, will not be honored.

Additional information

  • Location
    1928 1st Ave N, Birmingham, AL 35203
  • Phone number
    (205) 226-9298
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Regional American (Contemporary Southern), Wine Bar, American
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 06:00–15:00 Breakfast Mon–Fri 06:00–10:30 Happy Hour Mon–Thu 15:00–17:00 Dinner Daily 17:00–22:00
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet available on 1st Avenue North
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Shellbie King

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Menu

The Yard - Birmingham's menu was last updated 2024-08-22.

Starters

  • Artichoke & White Bean HummusUS$12.00

    Preserved lemon vinaigrette, gremolata, garlic naan

    • Chicken WingsUS$18.00

      Eight wings tossed in special house sauce, buttermilk ranch

      • Fried Gulf OystersUS$16.00

        Cornmeal crust, arugula, remoulade

        • Fried OkraUS$9.00

          Cornmeal crust, buttermilk ranch

          • Caesar SaladUS$14.00

            Baby romaine, heirloom tomato, shaved parmesan, croutons

            • Alabama SaladUS$15.00

              Mixed leaves, grilled peach, strawberry, local candied pecan, goat cheese, white peach balsamic vinaigrette

              • Soup of the DayUS$10.00

                A cup of Chef’s daily rotation, thoughtfully garnished

                Mains

                • Summer Veggie SandwichUS$14.00

                  Squash, zucchini, roasted red pepper, heirloom tomato, house pulled mozzarella, pesto, ciabatta

                  • Fried Green Tomato BLT US$18.00

                    Jalapeno pimento cheese, brioche, potato wedges

                    • Fish & ChipsUS$16.00

                      Beer battered cod, potato wedges, malt vinegar aioli

                      • Spicy Chicken SandwichUS$16.00

                        Kolhrabi slaw, pickle, brioche bun, potato wedges

                        • Braised Short RibUS$18.00

                          Smoked gouda, caramelized onions, potato wedges, creamy horseradish

                          • Double Yard BurgerUS$18.00

                            Two 1855 Angus Beef Patties, Smoked Gouda, Lettuce, Shaved Onion, Housemade Russian Dressing, Served with Battered Fries

                            Coffee

                            • CappuccinoUS$6.00

                              • Coffee (Regular or Decaf)US$4.00

                                • Cold BrewUS$6.00

                                  • Hot ChocolateUS$4.00

                                    • LatteUS$6.00

                                      Juice

                                      • Apple or OrangeUS$6.00

                                        • Cranberry or GrapefruitUS$7.00

                                          Tea

                                          • Sweet TeaUS$4.00

                                            • Unsweet TeaUS$4.00

                                              • Hot TeaUS$4.00

                                                Dairy

                                                • Milk (2% or Whole)US$4.00

                                                  • Non-Dairy Milk (Almond or Oat)US$6.00

                                                    Carbonated

                                                    • Soft DrinksUS$4.00

                                                      • Saratoga Sparkling or Still WaterUS$8.00

                                                        Last updated: 22 August 2024

                                                        What 693 people are saying

                                                        The Yard - Birmingham 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

                                                        4.1
                                                        4.1 based on recent ratings
                                                        • 4.2Food
                                                        • 4Service
                                                        • 4.2Ambience
                                                        • 3.9Value

                                                        Noise • Moderate

                                                        Loved For

                                                        • Alabama

                                                          Romantic

                                                        • Birmingham

                                                          Innovative

                                                        • Birmingham

                                                          Romantic

                                                        Review summary

                                                        AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                        The Yard in Birmingham offers a delightful dining experience with "outstanding food and amazing service." Guests rave about the "excellent atmosphere" and attentive staff. The restaurant features a well-curated menu with standout dishes like "short ribs" and "smoked salmon toast." It's a perfect spot for special occasions or a relaxing meal.

                                                        693 Reviews

                                                        1. Debra VIP

                                                          Lake of the Ozarks28 reviews

                                                          5.0

                                                          Dined 5 days ago

                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                          2. Food 5
                                                          3. Service 5
                                                          4. Ambience 4
                                                          Enjoyed our dinner at The Yard! The staff and service was very good. Our server made recommendations and we took her up on all of them. Our compliments to the chef as the food was outstanding! Started with artichoke & white bean hummus with naan that we couldn’t stop eating. Had perfectly cooked mains including filets with compound butter, uniquely delicious twice baked potatoes, amazing carrots & amazing fried okra. Ended with a decadent chocolate bombe that was to die for. Highly recommend!

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                                                        2. Dylan

                                                          Alabama1 review

                                                          5.0

                                                          Dined on 4 March 2025

                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                          2. Food 5
                                                          3. Service 5
                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                          lovely breakfast with great staff. i will be back very soon

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                                                        3. Kiley

                                                          Mississippi9 reviews

                                                          3.0

                                                          Dined on 22 February 2025

                                                          1. Overall 3
                                                          2. Food 3
                                                          3. Service 1
                                                          4. Ambience 4
                                                          We may have been on an off night, but the service was atrocious. Think they had some call offs and were short staffed. The food was ok, the presentation was good though. We will likely not be returning.

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                                                        4. Joanie

                                                          Nashville1 review

                                                          5.0

                                                          Dined on 22 February 2025

                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                          2. Food 5
                                                          3. Service 4
                                                          4. Ambience 4
                                                          Great food, friendly staff and good service. Quiet ambience.

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                                                        5. Belton

                                                          St. Louis2 reviews

                                                          5.0

                                                          Dined on 17 February 2025

                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                          2. Food 5
                                                          3. Service 4
                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                          Very good service, except the kitchen was backed up. I had the short rib and it was amazing. 10/10. It was a little on the noisy side when I first arrived due to a large party of ladies. But overall it was a great experience.

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                                                        6. Nicholas

                                                          Mississippi1 review

                                                          1.0

                                                          Dined on 17 February 2025

                                                          1. Overall 1
                                                          2. Food 1
                                                          3. Service 1
                                                          4. Ambience 3
                                                          Wait staff was incredibly nice (and eventually apologetic) - but I have never been to a slower restaurant in my life. 6:15 reservation before an 8:00 show 1 block away, and we waited for 95 minutes before food was brought out - and that was after we told them to cancel our order because we have to leave for the show. Would absolutely not go back.

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                                                        7. Michael

                                                          Alabama1 review

                                                          3.0

                                                          Dined on 15 February 2025

                                                          1. Overall 3
                                                          2. Food 4
                                                          3. Service 3
                                                          4. Ambience 3
                                                          The food was great and we were seated quickly. Our server was okay, but not great. We sat in the back of the restaurant.

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                                                        8. Derrick

                                                          Atlanta1 review

                                                          5.0

                                                          Dined on 15 February 2025

                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                          2. Food 5
                                                          3. Service 5
                                                          4. Ambience 4
                                                          Had the Springer Chicken Piccata and it was excellent! Nice spot for celebrating birthdays, anniversaries, special occasions.

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                                                        9. Roger

                                                          Alabama1 review

                                                          3.0

                                                          Dined on 9 February 2025

                                                          1. Overall 3
                                                          2. Food 4
                                                          3. Service 2
                                                          4. Ambience 3
                                                          I had never been to the Yard before and found it on the internet. After searching through many restaurants, I booked a reservation at the Yard based on what I had seen on their website. In general, not as it seems. I reserved to eat outside in the court yard. Only to find out it is the sidewalk and no seat was available for what whatever the reason. I saw the tables but no chairs. Only had two people working our side of the restaurant. The hostess and the waiter. Needless to say it was a bit of a wait or our food, drinks and refills. Food, was very tasteful, but not hot, barely warm. Again, not impressed but disappointed in the Website to the actual dining experience. Anyway that was my take away from the YARD. Food had a really good taste.

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                                                        10. Andrew VIP

                                                          San Francisco21 reviews

                                                          5.0

                                                          Dined on 1 February 2025

                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                          2. Food 5
                                                          3. Service 5
                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                          Short ribs were fabulous, everyone loved their steaks, nice cocktails… very nice evening

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                                                        FAQs

                                                        The Yard - Birmingham offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (205) 226-9298.

                                                        The Yard - Birmingham is rated 4.1 stars by 693 OpenTable diners.

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

                                                        Make a booking

                                                        2 people
                                                        19:00
                                                        Booked 5 times today
                                                        Google Map for The Yard - Birmingham

                                                        1928 1st Ave N, Birmingham, AL 35203

                                                        Additional information

                                                        • Phone number
                                                          (205) 226-9298
                                                        • Price
                                                          $31 to $50
                                                        • Cuisines
                                                          Regional American (Contemporary Southern), Wine Bar, American
                                                        • Hours of Operation
                                                          Brunch Sat, Sun 06:00–15:00 Breakfast Mon–Fri 06:00–10:30 Happy Hour Mon–Thu 15:00–17:00 Dinner Daily 17:00–22:00
                                                        • Dress code
                                                          Smart Casual
                                                        • Parking details
                                                          Valet available on 1st Avenue North
                                                        • Payment Options
                                                          AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                        • Executive Chef
                                                          Shellbie King

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