Taste

Chef Benard Tamburello achieves authentic Italian at La Dolce Vita. by Jan Walsh      Photography by Beau Gustafson Tonight we get a taste of Italian heritage at La Dolce Vita. Here the Italian is in the details. Our bread starts baking when we sit down. The pasta we order is handmade and bursting with… Read More

MetroPrime is a swanky new steakhouse in Five Points South. by Jan Walsh      Photography by Beau Gustafson MetroPrime is a locally owned steakhouse that recently opened in a prime location on Southside. Located at 1035 20th St. South in Five Points South, the steakhouse is open for dinner Monday through Saturday and serves Sunday brunch…. Read More

Flip Burger serves gourmet burgers in an upbeat atmosphere. by Jan Walsh      Photography by Beau Gustafson Flip Burger Boutique offers something for everyone. Kids love the frosty milk shakes. Teens dig the music and energetic atmosphere. Grown-up cocktails entice adults. And foodies of all ages flip over the gourmet burgers. The Place Flip Burger Boutique… Read More

A tasty evolution is underway at Daniel George. by Jan Walsh      Photography by Beau Gustafson Executive chef and owner Daniel Briggs is redefining Daniel George. I would describe his new Daniel George restaurant as “unpretentious—yet refined.” A shorter version of the name is being used, “DG.” An update to the ambience is planned… Read More

Chef Marco Morosini spices things up at The Silvertron Café. by Jan Walsh      Photography by Beau Gustafson The Silvertron Café has been a popular neighborhood restaurant for more than 25 years. In November 2007, Marco Morosini and his wife Elan reopened the restaurant, preserving the past’s popular dishes while bringing new life to The Silvertron Café… Read More

Brava Rotisserie Grill’s fare is healthy, flavorful and affordable. by Jan Walsh      Photography by Beau Gustafson Much like the Spanish coast for which it is named, Brava has something for everyone, while appealing to those who are looking for something extraordinary Owners Barry and Lanier O’Hare developed a menu and restaurant reflecting the essence of… Read More

Sol y Luna serves authentic Mexican fare in a contemporary atmosphere. by Jan Walsh, Photography by Beau Gustafson True to the continual feast, snacking is a Hispanic tradition. Dinner at Sol y Luna is a tasty tribute to this tradition. Choose among a long list of tapas, and pair with your choice of 60 premium tequilas…. Read More

The Fish Market offers hearty seafood portions at affordable prices. By Jan Walsh, Photography by Beau Gustafson Southside’s The Fish Market is more than a restaurant. It is a seafood market. And it is an institution among many locals for its live and fresh seafood from the Gulf Coast and around the world. The Place… Read More

Enjoy awesome food in a casual mood at Billy’s Sports Grills. by Jan Walsh, Photography by Beau Gustafson Billy’s Sports Grills offer terrific food, comfortable ambiences, and friendly service. The Places In 1979 the original Billy’s Sports Grill opened as a bar and small kitchen serving simple sandwiches in Mountain Brook’s English Village. Billy’s Chicken… Read More

A Winner. Brunch at Bistro V scores big. by Jan Walsh, Photography by Beau Gustafson Former University of Alabama safety Jeremy Downey now plays quarterback at Bistro V. As chef and owner, Downey starts with top quality products, prepares them to perfection and serves them at affordable prices—a winning combo. The Place The “V” stands… Read More

Veranda on Highland’s kitchen is an imaginative workshop. by Jan Walsh, Photography by Beau Gustafson Combine a beautiful, historic ambience with impeccable service and Southern hospitality. Add the inventive fare of a top-notch chef. And you have Veranda on Highland. The Place The building that houses Veranda on Highland dates to 1908 and was originally… Read More