Reviews of Chez Fonfon. (Restaurant) in Birmingham (Alabama).

Chez Fonfon

675 Reviews

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French restaurant

2007 11th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35205, United States

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This place has a very good rate, they treat their customers well and you’ll feel welcome, super recommended

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Haley da Silva

10/10 recommend this gem of a restaurant. The ambiance is low lit and romantic, however a little loud since it's smaller and packed, but no complaints here. Our waiter was top notch. Cordial, explained the menu well, never let our drinks drop an inch, and very attentive. The salad appetizer was delicious. Plenty for two to share. Husband had the special fish of the night (forgot the name) over zucchini/squash/some sauce which was cooked to perfection. My steak with fries/salad was indescribably good. I've honestly never had better french fries in my life. We also tried three non-alcoholic drinks. The lime/ginger mint, the grapefruit/orange/lime, and the watermelon one. All delicious!!! Oh and get their espresso shot. My Brazilian husband approved! The prices were really not bad compared to other places we've been. Totally worth it!

Joshua Johanning

This place was amazing. I was in Birmingham for a work trip, and I liked the restaurant so much I went twice. I sat at the bar both times solo without a reservation, but it did get pretty busy so try and get a reservation if you can! The Trout is amazing (my favorite). The burger is amazing. Also the Coconut pecan cake is a must. There were other appetizers that people next to me ordered, and they all looked great. The bartenders were very knowledgable and made me drinks that weren't on the menu. Well crafted. Would highly recommend this restaurant!!!

Sandra Lynsdale

I was visiting in Birmingham for the weekend and a friend highly suggested this as it’s one of his favorite restaurants in the city. The restaurant has an authentic French bistro feel and a nice vibe. The staff are very friendly and the food is delicious. It’s a fine dining experience. I had the Bibb salad, chicken liver mousse to start and for the main the steak and frites. Do not miss out on the coconut pecan cake and lemon meringue! The dessert was the cherry on top.

Joshua Lasseigne

My wife has eaten here for lunch and dinner several time but this was my first time and it did not disappoint. We ate here to celebrate a birthday and the food was amazing. Our server was very nice and did an excellent job.

Aubrey Llewellyn

Our server was amazing. The food was great! I wish I had time to savor it before it got cold, but I can't argue with thermodynamics... Also, the outdoor patio was GORGEOUS.

Dan A

One of our favorite places in Birmingham! Small, quaint, and perfect! This beautiful French bistro and cafe run by James Beard award-winning chef, Frank Stitt, is impeccable. Not overwrought, it’s simplicity will win you over. The attentive and joyful waitstaff never miss a chance to make your stay enjoyable. Down to earth and not stuffy, the atmosphere is more neighborhood family and friends than fine dining. But, the food and service match the exacting demands of the owner-operator. We started with the seasonal Paradise Farm roasted figs, farmer's cheese, ham, hazelnuts & mint. I had the Hamburger Fonfon, comté, grilled red onion, pickles, with pommes frites. I’ve had this burger probably eight times and it never disappoints. My wife enjoyed the Omelette with ratatouille, chèvre & basil. The texture was unbelievably fluffy and perfect. Since we were celebrating a birthday and anniversary, we ended with both the Coconut pecan cake and Berry trifle paired with black decaf coffee. The handwritten chocolate well-wishes were a nice touch. Highly recommended!

Devoe Digital

Wish I could give this French restaurant 6 out of 5 stars, everything was so perfect! Tyler is an excellent server and the chef makes the best food in Birmingham. Try the crab cake!

Dori Johnston

Chez Fonfon is one of my personal favorites and a must visit each time we come to Birmingham. Make sure you plan your visit and make reservations in advance. On this particular visit we started with the soup of the day and a salad. The soup was a white bean and bacon. It had a creamy yet savory flavor. We ordered the poulet rouge with duck fat potatos and the veal medallions (Tuesday special). The poulet or chicken had a rich depth of complex flavors. The veal medallions were tender and delicious. For dessert we ordered the Basque cake and the lemon meringue tart. The cake was a buttery pound cake with a rich cream sauce. The lemon tart was velvety acidic filling in a crisp tart shell. We enjoyed both desserts, but the Basque cake was perhaps one of the best desserts I've ever eaten. Garrett was our waiter and the level of service was impeccable.

Doug Austin

A small French bistro style restaurant in downtown Birmingham. Popped in here for a quick snack while driving through. As soon as we walked in we knew it was going to be good. Great atmosphere. A small well staffed place with tons of French inspired food. We had the chicken liver moose, the Fish paillard, and Steak Tartare. All very well executed and just enough to entice you to want more. I will definitely come back for the full experience next time I pass through. Great place

Rhicke Jennings

This restaurant was recommended by an LA based foodie and we were thrilled with our experience. We went to Birmingham from Mississippi for our daughter's birthday for an overnight and Chez Fonfon was the highlight. This is a shop front restaurant with street parking in the bar and restaurant district downtown; we walked from our hotel nearby. We started with a bottle of Gaston Chiquet Champagne which was outstanding. We enjoyed the Chicken Liver mousse, the Rillettes Tartine and the Fonfon salad. I would give the escargot a miss next time as the dish missed the mark on taste and presentation; missing a few pieces of a baguette. We loved the moules frites, the trout amandine and my daughter enjoyed the venison. We enjoyed the chocolate nut tarte for dessert. We had a bottle of Saint Emilion Haut Piquat red wine with dinner. Service was excellent and we loved the ambiance, a beautiful French bistro. Book well in advance.

Shannon Carden

We’ve been returning here again and again for years. The excellent food, impeccable service, and comfortable atmosphere keep us coming back. My personal favorite dish is the croque madam- a hot ham and cheese sandwich with a delicious creamy sauce and fried egg. Their pommes frites are the best I’ve had. They have a nice wine list and innovative yet classic cocktails- think fresh watermelon margaritas in summer. Don’t pass on desert- theirs are worth it. Make sure to get reservations 2 weeks in advance.

Carrie

Best restaurant in Bham. Period. We didn’t have reservations and had to wait an hour for a seat at the bar on a weekday, but let me tell you, IT WAS WORTH IT. The staff went above and beyond, the bartenders were amazing and functioned as excellent and knowledgeable servers, answering all of our questions with care and detail. I had trout alamandine and it was the best trout I’ve ever had. I usually only eat trout when I’m out West, but the way this trout was prepared literally trumped anything I’ve ever had out West. The browned butter vinaigrette gave it a perfectly sweet nutty flavor paired with the tartness of the vinegar to balance it out. The almonds were perfectly toasted to crispy perfection. It was Michelin worthy. For dessert we had a chocolate caramel nut tarte with a twenty year old port and it was phenomenal. Service, ambiance, price, presentation, flavor- this restaurant checks all the boxes! I highly recommend it and I’ll be back for sure!

MDP

Chez Fon Fon is the best dining experience of in season, mouth watering, delicious, gourmet foods! The appetizer was in season figs with hazelnuts and a smooth cheese, with a hint of chili oil paired with a light Muscadet. For my main course, a fluffy omelet stuffed with ratatouille and delicious goat cheese, paired with a 2019 Pinot Noir blessed by Frank Stitt! Our desert was a beautiful ending of Berry trifle and coconut pecan cake to celebrate birthday and an anniversary! Our waiter, Patrick, was a joy and a perfect companion to our entire experience! Thank you Chez Fon Fon for an amazing time and memories made!

Leo Gerdov

What a gem of a French restaurant. We were driving home to chicago and accidentally found this place on google maps. It was so delicious that truthfully we didn’t even take any pictures of the food. All that was left was a cup of Parisian tea on the table :-) we had the croque madam and the lamb as well as the chicken liver which seemed to taste just like in France. The coconut cake was super tasty as well. Not a cheap lunch but very well worth it. Will be back when going back to Orange beach!

Lee Burchfield

I mean. Just wow. A great experience every time. Some of the best dishes I've ever had with flavor combinations I'd never have imagined but that really work well.

Blake Wilbanks

Fantastic service and a warm atmosphere combined with great food made for a magical dinner in Birmingham.

Arreis “NaturalDiva” Black

The food was delicious. The outside patio area is a very relaxed vibe. Offers a unique atmosphere in Birmingham compared to other restaurants. First impression was excellent and I would recommend to anyone that’s visiting the area and also locals

Joshua Randazza-Pade

A must in Birmingham. This intimate French Bistro offers a focused menu, excellent service, and a great wine list. I didn’t think I could enjoy a bistro burger with frites more. They’re small plates are great for sharing. Do not pass up dessert, the pastries are the perfect completion to a meal.

Al Stankus

A gem of restaurant. Creative and delicious and very much a bistro experience. Wine list is very good with some nice natural wines and the bar makes excellent cocktails. Adding to everything was Patrick, a real pro who has been with the restaurant group for 22 years.

Nicole T. Springer

Amazing service. Incredible. The croquet madame was my husband's absolutely favorite. The escargot is butter and shallot was amazing. A great vibe, formal but you can still wear jeans and feel comfortable. Delicious food and drinks.

Steven Mccornack

As with all my reviews, I make no claims regarding the generalizability of my/our experience - this is simply what WE experienced, early Saturday evening, February 4, 2023; and it was a tad mixed, although (as will become clear) the final result was overwhelmingly positive. The service was spectacular. I wish I could recall our server's name (attractive 30-something man, close-cropped beard), but he was fantastically attentive throughout: A+. Now to the food. You're not GIVEN bread - which strikes me as odd - but you have to ORDER it. And when the menu says "petite" baguette, they MEAN it. Although crispy, chewy, and delicious, this tiny baguette provided enough for each of the four of us to have 1-2 bites. Then you're in the uncomfortable position of having to order AGAIN, should you wish more bread. Not a fan of this. Appetizers: the four of us ordered four different items, and shared. The escargot (despite various rave reviews) were quite average: well prepared, mind you, but a bit greasy (in a pool of melted butter), not especially or unusually flavorful (tasted like snails sauteed in butter, nothing more or less), and with a bit of grit in one of them. Grade: C. The red snapper special was tasty and fresh; good but not great. A solid B. But the Bibb salad and salmon tartine were both VERY flavorful and delicious - the clear winners of this round. Solid A's for both. Mains: the much-touted burgers lived up to their reps. Pretty much perfectly-prepared; and although they weren't THE absolute "best burger I've ever had," they were darn near close. Solid A. The fries were crispy and well-prepared, but a bit under-seasoned. Grade: B. But (and here's the big "but" of this review), the Coq Au Vin was TO DIE FOR. I mean, the kind of dish you take a bite of, and just pause, close your eyes, and go (out loud and involuntarily) "OMG!" One of THE most delicious things I have EVER eaten at ANY restaurant (my mouth is STILL watering, at the mere recollective thought of it). And the Flatiron Steak was the same - melt-in-your-mouth delicious, with INCREDIBLE flavor. All four of us (two got the burgers, the other two the steak and Coq) agreed that although we may have had "different" at other restaurants, we couldn't recall ever eating anything that was "better" than the steak or coq. A++ for both (100/100). Astonishingly good. Desserts: across-the-board winners. Much argument ensued regarding which one was "best" (we ordered the Basque cake, the chocolate pot de creme, and the lemon tart), but I will say this: I have NEVER had a MORE delicious lemon dessert than this tart. It was PERFECTION. A++. So yeah, taken as a whole, there were a few minor "misses," but the "hits" were SO spectacular, the overall experience was 5/5 stars - especially when price and service are factored in. The former is important: bang for the buck, this is the runaway best restaurant in the Birmingham area. And the most telling indicator is that we're all still talking about "how incredible that meal was," the day after - and planning our next visit. :-)

Ilse Akbar

Excellent meal and excellent service from our server Tyler! Fish paillard and redfish with crab beurre blanc were highlights. Basque cake was perhaps the best dessert I’ve ever had…can’t go wrong!

Jenn V

I’m in Bham twice a week and sometimes I just have to treat myself! I could find not one person to join me. Nonetheless, It was a fabulous experience. I didn’t get a photo of my drum when it arrived because I quickly devoured it. My favorite fish is either red snapper or sheepshead. I will now have to add drum to that list. It was excellent with the citrus relish! The waiter was gracious and helpful with his recommendations which he gave after asking me a few questions. I didn’t feel out of place eating alone here because the atmosphere is delightful and the staff were all welcoming and friendly. They are still spacing tables for Covid. I appreciated the valet parking tremendously. This was my second time dining here and I’m certain I will be back.

indu Prasadh

Dining in Chez Fonfon is an absolutely wonderful experience. The perfectly cooked food presented by the knowledgeable and friendly waiters make them the best representation of French cuisine in Alabama. Our waiter, Angel, made it such a pleasant and personal experience when we visited the restaurant for my husband’s birthday last week.

Jeff Miller

Excellent food, the staff was great! Only reason I didn't give 5 stars is for the hearing impaired will have an awful time hearing at this place.

Lindsay Shippey

One of our favorite restaurants in Birmingham! Safe and socially distanced outside dining with heaters

Pat Lair

Excellent food and service. The Trout Almondine with browned butter was perfect! Also good were the Lobster and Shrimp Open-faced BLT and the Steak and Fries. The Lemon Meringue Tart, the Pot of Chocolate, and the Coconut Cake were delicious. A little noisy ... so recommend either going at a less busy time (like between 3 PM and 4 PM) or choose to dine outside in the courtyard.

Linda Tran

Charming French restaurant in downtown Birmingham. Beautiful and friendly vibe. Delicious cocktails and good food. Felt exactly like you would be in Paris.

Gabriel Robichaud

The soup of the day was incredible! Sorry I don’t remember the ingredients. The salmon was so tender and tasted to amazing, one of the best I had. It was cooked in a lot of butter and cooked perfectly. Nothing was dry in this salmon as you would expect. I would say that this restaurant isn’t completely French. It is French cuisine with an American twist. But heck, I didn’t expect to find an amazing restaurant like this on my first day in Birmingham. You won’t really find duck or rabbit or some really French plates. I think this might be one of the best restaurant in town. Clearly a stop if you want the best.

Brad Lee

Service was perfect. I read a review pointing to their hamburger as best in Birmingham so I had to try it. It was pretty good. I mostly liked the grilled red onion which came on it. Fries were good. My wife enjoyed the Croque Monsieur. (ham and cheese sandwich). We got a slice of coconut pecan cake to go. It was delicious! I'll go again. On a side note, we arrived at 2:18 and were told there would be no tables available until 2:30, although there were probably 10 empty tables within our view. We were seated a couple of minutes later. I still don't understand.

Audrey Ann Blakely

The Basque Cake was quite literally the best dessert we’ve ever had. Waitress was wonderful and was spot on with both wine and dessert recommendations.

In the end, we all become stories

Great, professional service. Very knowledgeable and accommodating, which is much appreciated, especially with new food allergies. I've been here twice now and sat at the bar. It's how I'm going to continue to treat myself after i come into town for (usually upsetting) drs appointments. Thank you for the only "fancy" currently happening in my life! 😘

Jonas B.

Honestly I drink so much there I can't really give you a good idea of what it is that I ate. But I can tell you that it was delicious, or I would have said it wasn't. Went for lunch, spent several dollars, hundreds Plus. Totally worth it to have a good time

Keecha Harris

Chez is a perennial favorite. I dine here every Friday for lunch and Saturday for dinner. Each dining experience is impeccable- food, service, ambiance, and seating. Haven’t tried them yet? You’ve not lived!

Wayne Ferguson

Chez Fonfon is a slice of heaven. The service is excellent (the restaurant is very well-staffed), the food is SUPERB, and the atmosphere is first-rate. I always have exceptionally good experiences here - each time I have been so impressed and pleased.

Jeffrey Rainwater

The server was too LOUD. The water is tap, unfiltered taste (worst part). Food quality was good, but not easy to find good tasting cilantro/herbs in Alabama. Roast duck is good and heavily seasoned with rosemary, more salt really brought out the flavor. Decent experience that could have been better, if we had a different server. I heard ours having a conversation about fitness centers, and my glass remained empty long enough to remember it.

Rosa Hill

Wow! Absolutely amazing food, drinks, staff and valet parking! Please eat out back, the best spot in my opinion! It's so serene, nice and relaxing. This place is for Absolutely anyone that love fine cuisines with flavor! I had the crawfish etouffee with a strawberry dessert now, "my go to meal"! To top it off with a bottle of Rozay! Don't miss out on this treat nestled in the Five Points area!

Craig Fairley

I came here for my Birthday and it was great everything was excellent from : the escargot to the moules frites to the french 75 to the wine. This is for sure my favorite restaurant in Birmingham!

Brenda Ortiz

Very French restaurant, great service, clean, friendly, they have Valet Parking or park in the street, you need to book in advance. I order a great Salmon appetizer, good cocktails, the chocolate dessert was yummy.

Kumar Sivan

Visited on a Saturday evening at around 4:45 pm. They dont take reservations so it is first come, first served. We were seated right away at a table that faces the front window. Fortunately for us, about 20 minutes after we sat down, the place really started filling up and well before we left we could see dozens of people waiting for a table. The waiter presented the specials of the day in a very professional manner and conveyed a lot of pride in what the restaurant has to offer. Too bad I am not big on fish or sea food because it seemed like every special had something to do in that department. They had some nice bread and butter as a starter. Bread is not made in house but purchased from another business. One would expect to have in house bread in a 'French' restaurant but that was not the case. We settled for the Turkey sandwich and the Croque Monsieur. The Turkey sandwich came with a nice mixed green salad with just a hint of a dressing. The Croque Monsieur was nicely toasted, the meat was tender and there was a cheesy, mayonaissey layer on it that gave it the right amount of spice. The fries that came with the sandwich were delicious and instead of ketchup it came with a garlicy Aioli which was different and better. They have quite the selection of french themed desserts, but we decided to go to an ice cream parlor instead as it was a 100+ degree day!

OhSheCameToEat

Food and atmosphere!!! These two things cannot be beat at Chez Fonfon. I kept hearing about the burgers and dismissed it every time. No way am I driving over an hour and eating a burger. Well I did and I don’t regret it and I’m planning on returning soon. We were greeted promptly and told there would be a short wait. The ambiance is romantic and the music was great. We sat at the bar and ordered seasonal drinks. Shortly after finishing my drink we got our table. I had my heart set on the burger but my date had eyes for the crab cake which unfortunately wasn’t available that day so he got the burger as well. They came out pretty quickly. The burger was juicy, flavorful and both of them were cooked to our liking. I believe the onions were caramelized but the flavor was great. The fries were great too. And then we ordered the coconut cake. Normally the thought of coconut on anything makes me cringe but this cake was sooo good. We ordered one slice but considered getting another. The whole meal was great, our waitress allowed us time to enjoy our meals and each other’s company which I appreciated. We plan to come back again for another date night.

Malory Thelen

This is one of my favorite ~fancy~ lunch spots in the city! You can’t go wrong with anything on the menu, but they probably serve the best burger in town. Add an egg on top for a truly delicious experience!

Janet Kissane

Lovely place for lunch or dinner! Classy and varied menu. My friend had escargot, steak with fries, wine and a chocolate dessert. She said it was all absolutely delicious! I totally enjoyed my shrimp and avocado salad, wine and a lemon tart with a meringue topping. EXCELLENT staff, EXCELLENT suggestions from wait staff and EXCELLENT FOOD, cooked perfectly and served with a smile. You will not be disappointed!

Sam Sawa

What a wonderful experience! From the food to the atmosphere. Definitely a must come when you are in Birmingham!

Yvonne Fritz

Food was absolutely exquisite 👌

A.J. Patrick

Absolutely delightful. Service was great. Food was delicious! Ambiance was amazing. Top notch dining right here.

angela ferguson

Delicious, as always! Really enjoyed hanging out on the Patio. Given COVID issues, it feels safer to be outdoors, and they have set it up so that it is very pleasant.

Yeonjung Lee (saurus325)

Food was great and waiters were super nice

jm

One of my favourite restaurants in Birmingham. Their food is always consistent (and consistently great), they have a wonderful wine list, and their desserts are to die for--I usually buy a couple to take back to NYC when I leave.

Cydney Davis-English

Oh wow! Discovered this incredible gem when looking for a fun Birmingham restaurant during a business trip. Was meeting a friend who had recently moved to the area and we thought this sounded like the place to try. Well let me tell you it was! You cannot come to the Magic City and not eat here. It was fabulous. Probably the best charcuterie tray I've ever had and a frisee salad that was perfectly executed with one of the most unique warm dressings that finished the dish with aplomb. The mix of people was vibrant and eclectic. For a moment I really felt transported to a little French bistro. The wine list was wonderful and the bartender made impeccable recommendations. C'est magnifique!

Fred Becker

Wonderful dinner - again. Food was superb, every bit as good as the last time. You sometimes have concern when it's that good they won't repeat. But they have it down to ensure the food that comes out is spot on. Prices are fair, wine a bit pricy (French!) and the bill always is accurate but seems to grow more than expected as the night goes on

Jim Coleman

Great meal. We didn't have reservations, so we were seated at the bar. What a stroke of luck. The bartender was also a great waiter and prepares great cocktails. The food is very good. French Bistro food, nothing fancy -- but very, very good. Go there!!

Grace D (Miami Culinary Tours)

Absolutely superb, a trip to France without the airport hassle and craziness of today's world. I have dine at great restaurants in Paris, Chez Fonfon brings it here to the south.. We are from Miami, Florida and made special arrangements to stop here on our way to Nashville. WOW, the cuisine is perfectly executed. Service was a 10+ and the mussels one of the best ones I've ever had. Beautiful ambiance, very chic but not pretentious and super professional and hospitable team. We will be back!!

Joyce Segers

Absolutely Amazing!! My first time and I so enjoyed it!! The atmosphere is quaint, service was on point...she was so efficient...the food was delicious, and the deserts...I think I've died and went to heaven...lemon tart....OMG!! We will be back!!

Brian Lyman

Hands down one of the best restaurants in Birmingham. As a foodie, FonFon is a culinary gem that has me appreciate the high attention to the smallest detail. Excellent!

Saugertown Sauger

I am so glad they are open to dine in again. We alway love everything about our dining experiences here and this visit did not disappoint!

Bob De Hart

Best restaurant I visited in Birmingham. It is upscale but not too pricy. Beef Burgundy and fish dishes were awesome. Attentive and friendly wait staff.

Anna Hardiman

What a great find ! The service here was so wonderful! They pull your chair out for you and kindof tuck you in. The waiter was the best! He brought us some complimentary treats, and taught us a lesson about the proper way to set a table (I initially asked) We had some great laughs here The food was a unique experience, and tasted great ! We loved everything we tasted! Great experience!

Justin Greene

I was blown away how great the service and food was. The ambiance of the outdoor back area was a fantastic surprise.

Mary Wittendorfer

A friend and I were in town this week for a work conference and this past Thursday, we decided we wanted great food. We didn’t make reservations, but showed up and asked if they had any available slots for dinner. They squeezed us in and were very accommodating. The food was wonderful, and the service was great too. Our waiter and waitress both went above and beyond. Dinner here (with reservations) will be a must the next time we are in town. Couldn’t recommend it more! - Mary Coleman

Jamin Hoover

Fantastic service, great food. Very nice.

Kaitlynn Hunter

Wonderful food and wine! The flavors were all on point and our sever Caroline was super sweet and very helpful and patient. The wait time is a little long, but absolutely worth it!!! Lovely place overall

Lonnie Streeter

Superb dining experience. I visited for a late lunch/early dinner. My group of 4 had appetizers and about 3 cocktails per person. The staff is very attentive. Courtyard dining if you want a dramatic setting and to make an impression.

Brittany Wilson

Highly recommend! The trout was incredible as was the burger and the basque cake for dessert, pure heaven!! Make sure to book a reservation well in advance.

Beth Moffett

Wonderful!! Staff were very gracious and attentive to our party of 4. We didn't realize we had stayed past closing, yet they did not hurry us off. Beautiful setting on the patio under a tent. Pecan cake and berry trifle were delish!!

C Barnes

Excellent food and service. The Trout Almondine with browned butter was perfect! Also good were the Lobster and Shrimp Open-faced BLT and the Steak and Fries. The Lemon Meringue Tart, the Pot of Chocolate, and the Coconut Cake were delicious. A little noisy ... so recommend either going at a less busy time (like between 3 PM and 4 PM) or choose to dine outside in the courtyard.

Brittany May

Our family enjoyed this restaurant! It is evidently a local favorite as evidenced by the steady stream of customers. There were other families, couples, a wide age variety. The wine choices were outstanding and reasonably priced relative to the quality. The trout was excellent and all of our dishes, appetizers were outstanding. The ambiance was warm, with a golden glow and bustling atmosphere typical of a thriving French restaurant. We hope to come back to Birmingham as we found the city and its people friendly, smart and welcoming.

Keith Jackson

Great cocktails and great food. Maybe get some more chocolate desserts. The bartenders are skilled, friendly, and not rushed. This place is kind of small, so the atmosphere is energetic and lively. You'll probably want a reservation unless you're coming in for a quick drink. Will go again.

Emory Shealy

My mom and I ate here and it was amazing. We have been several times

Sara-Margaret Hall

What can you even say about Fonfon except that it is simply the best? The servers, the food, the French bistro air, the cocktails, the wine, the desserts, the... I have been here many many times and every visit is fantastic. If you've never been, the burger is the best in town and comes with the best fries in town. The basque cake that's been on rotation recently is insane. Think you hate escargot? I'd try these before being sure. Mussels and fries? Yum. Feeling like fries but also a salad? Get the omelette that pairs with most any wine. Even during this wild ride of COVID Chez Fonfon is the best spot in Birmingham. Enjoy!

Erik M Hicks

We had a really great evening with our group for dinner. While waiting on the table we had cocktails and watched the staff work magic with the crowd. The staff was excellent and we finally were able to have food. The food was amazing and we all talked about returning before we left town. When we cam back the restaurant was so busy and we couldn't get in.If you are in Birmingham, AL and looking for a excellent recommendation to have dinner this is the place.

John Hunt

Anniversary lunch date was a hit. Liver pate, trout almondine, schnitzel, followed by their warm pound cake with vanilla bean sauce. Angel knew his stuff too - took good care of us!

Tys Greene

We found this French bistro on a drive to New Orleans. Made sure to dine again on the way back. A red fish special was amazing. The menu trout is also quite good. Bread is a treat. Nice cheese plate as dessert on one visit (could have used a few grapes or something). Good wine list. Very knowledgeable staff.

April L. Butler

We've been twice and have had an absolutely wonderful experience each time. Once for a date night and another for a celebration and I couldn't have chose a better place. Our server was wonderfully helpful with guiding us through the menu, though I'm not sure it's possible to make a wrong choice with any item listed. The wine selection is wonderful, as well. We selected an excellent red blend and paired it with the fish served that day, then finished up with dessert. Great atmosphere and really reasonable prices for everything considering the quality of the food, wine, and service. Thanks for making our date nights so wonderful!

Kristi Randel

My favorite fine dining in bham. Great food, (CHEESE), drinks, & desserts. We love popping in for lunch when it’s less busy. The bar is fun too. The service has been good, not great- they sort of mind their own business while tending to your needs. Definitely worth trying... or frequenting

Madeline Perkins

This is one of my favorite restaurants in Birmingham. The chicken and wine is amazing, the burger is legendary, and the desserts cannot be beat. Dolester Miles, the pastry chef, won a James beard award in 2018 for her creations for this menu. The coconut cake is remarkable, and definitely the most famous, but don’t miss the chocolate pot de creme. The atmosphere is great, and the bartenders are super nice!

Thomas Freeland, V

I have eaten here 3 times now and each time was absolutely perfect. Not even noisy for how consistently busy they are.

Tena Diliberto

Great selection! Enjoyed everything from the cocktails, appetizer, entres and dessert. We sat at the bar, but the bartender was not very friendly or attentive.

Kayla Charniaux

Nice experience, overall nice set up for patio dining and good service during a pandemic. It's a French inspired place, so the real french dishes were the pâté de campagne (country style was authentic to what hubby has in Normandy), rillettes de porc (both pork paste on the charcuterie board, moules (mussels), coq au vin (chicken), and escargot (surprisingly tasty). All main course meals were delicious, good mussels, trout, swordfish, and chicken. Will be back to this inspired brassiere. Desserts: good coconut cake. The basque cake is much different in French cuisine. (Fonfon’s version is a pound cake). But the cinnamon tart was really really good (American). The baguettes are lil small. All other food was magnifique and picturesque.

Judah Sixsmith

Overall, if you've never been, the food is definitely worth a try. The prices are reasonable, the service is good, and the dining room area was clean.. Ohh and if you're not familiar with the area, parking can be a hassle but they do provide valet. We got lucky with a spot right across the street. We will definitely be back in the future when we have a bigger appetite. I would recommend this place to anyone but just with a little caveat: the staff is nice enough, the seating is limited but the food is always incredible.

Brian W. Kittrell

My favorite restaurant in Birmingham because it is absolutely the best in town! Fantastic cocktails and a menu of simple, classic French Bistro-style fare. Service is absolutely the best and the prices are incredibly reasonable. Probably also the best value for a meal in this city. This should be at the top of any “must do list” for Birmingham.

Jennie Ord

The burger was outstanding. The escargot was very good. We were there around three in the afternoon, a rather off time to eat, but they were very accommodating. The coconut cake looked very good but we were too full to eat it at the time. So, we got it to go to have later.

Haley Herfurth

Had a pleasant lunch experience at the bar. Get the burger, obviously - there's a reason everyone recommends it! Was happy to see a sancerre on the the wine-by-the-glass menu.

bo thuston

Great dinner last night with my wife and another couple. We arrived about 730 and it was packed in the bar. And of all nights only two lady bartenders but they were going at it. Three deep at the bar and we still got waited on quickly. Our waiter was nice and the food was fabulous ,as usual. Started with escargot , of course, and had the fish. Then the bill came out and I'm all smiles - it's always a great deal.

joe ciambrone

This is an example of a perfect meal. My girlfriend and I were skeptical on going here because of the mixed opinions we received from friends. We decided to give it a go. I ordered the hamburger fonfon, I read an article stating this is rated one of the best burgers in Alabama so of course I had to try it, it was fantastic. There was a lot of flavor and the burger was still juicy, wasn't dry or overcooked. My girlfriend ordered the trout with brown butter, it was phenomenal. It had a perfect crust on the outside, the sauce was outstanding as well. The only down-side to this experience was the hour wait for a table but, I highly recommend this place for a good eat, or date night.

Howard West (West)

A great find! Everything from the layout to the food has been meticulously thought out. The mirrors make it feel bigger than it really is. Very comfortable. The food is superb. I had this appetizer with fish and pears and it was one of a kind. Worth a visit!

Sheree Hall

Delicious food and excellent service. They are known for their hamburger although I have never had it. We brought an out of town friend here who said the restaurant reminded her of one of her favorite restaurants in Paris. From her that is quite a compliment. Seating is limited. Doors open at 4:30.

Donnell Cole-Price (The Southern Homme)

I love this place. World-class!!! It’s super close to moms place and it does feel like home!!!

M Reaves

(5+ stars) This is a true French cafe experience. And it’s clear that Chef Stitt had high standards for service and the menu. We had a magnificent meal and experience. The interior is warm and welcoming and very much in a cage or bistro style. It is truly bustling. We sat just off the bar and Patrick was our server. Cocktails are well made and the wine list offers many interesting options at a variety of price points. The steak tartare is very good although I’d prefer a slightly smaller dice and a bit more acidity. The frites are as good as they get. I had the veal special and it was perfectly cold and so delicious. The trout amandine is so flavorful with a wonderful nutty hint from the brown butter. We finished with the Basque cake that is almost pudding-like in texture and so buttery delicious. The service is impeccable. It’s clear that everyone knows they have many jobs and they operate like a finely tuned machine. There’s a lot of pride in their work and it truly shows. Thank you! (Get reservations)

Nichole Olson

No reservations. An hour's wait is pretty normal between 6 and 8, whether for two or for more. Bar service while you wait is very responsive and your fellow bar sitters tend to be good conversationalists. There are places to sit outside to wait if you don't want to drink and if the weather's decent. the spaces between tables are particularly generous which is unusual and helps enhance the already charming decor. The wine list is excellent. The flavor of the steak in the steak frites was outstanding and the fries were just right. The trout almandine was as good, or better, as I've had. The salad frisee was perfectly prepared-- the egg and lardons just right. The desserts are super rich-- better to compromise and share than eat a whole one after such a delicious meal. Service is very very good-- all hands on deck for the staff when it's crowded and smooth transitions. It is loud and at the same time, just a great dining experience.

Alexander Wiggins

Absolutely amazing! I was so glad I found this place. The burger is incredible and if you go while the heirloom tomato salad is in season, don't miss out. Food and drink prices are inexpensive compared to similar restaurants around town.

Kristi Pruitt

Visited on a Saturday evening at around 4:45 pm. They dont take reservations so it is first come, first served. We were seated right away at a table that faces the front window. Fortunately for us, about 20 minutes after we sat down, the place really started filling up and well before we left we could see dozens of people waiting for a table. The waiter presented the specials of the day in a very professional manner and conveyed a lot of pride in what the restaurant has to offer. Too bad I am not big on fish or sea food because it seemed like every special had something to do in that department.

William Nelson

Went to Chez Fonfon today for my 70th birthday. Drove all the way from Atlanta to Birmingham for a truly wonderful lunch with some friends . The food ( escargot, Fried oysters, and Trout, Chicken, and Croque Monsieur ) were all amazing. The menu has so many wonderful appetizers and entrees it was truly hard to decide what to order. The service was excellent, and the wait for seating was only about 10 minutes at about 1PM. . Mr Stitt was in the restaurant, and stopped at the table to say hello and Happy Birthday. I cannot wait to go back.

Milo Ipkis (Milo Space)

Every time I go to BHM I make it a point to come here. The staff is first rate. The bartenders I've had knew more about settings and placement of dishes than most waiters almost anywhere else I've been. I've taken coworkers and business associates here and everytime someone will say that's the best (fill in the blank) I've ever had. I know the Highlands next door is supposed to be one of the best, but I've yet to try it, even after 10+ meals here. I'm sure it's great as well (same owner/exec chef) but i like this place so much, I just can't walk by and not want to eat here instead.

Matthew Whitaker

My favorite restaurant in town. Reasonably priced, great food, awesome atmosphere. Perfect place to take friends or family who come in from out of town for dinner or meet someone for work at lunch. Wait staff is exceptional and knowledge of the menu. Many of them have been there for years.

lauren chodkowski

I am not from around here, but when I came to Birmingham a second time, I made a point to come here again. The burger is that good. Great cheese plate, escargot was a delight. Comfortable, high-end restaurant. Chez Fonfon, I will be back!

ericthered78

I've never had such a bad experience at Fonfon. The bartender clearly doesn't like his job. We left because he wouldn't acknowledge us. Next time I go and he's working I'll just wait for a table.

John Norris

This is my favorite restaurant regardless of price. The attention to detail is astounding, and everything on the menu is delicious. I have never, not once, left dissatisfied. Chez Fonfon is a brasserie in a similar vein to Balthazar in NYC...only with better food and a nicer wait staff.

Beverly Lopez

Went with friends and family--several raved about it before we went. It was okay, but combining Mexican and Asian does not do it for me. I think most of the high ratings was due to the uniqueness of the place--and it is unique. It might be enjoyed by some, but I won't be back--too many good Asian and Mexican restaurants in Birmingham.

Isopherus

A wonderful restaurant. The quality of the food was impressive. The veal escalope & mushrooms à la bordelaise was incredible. My wife had the croque madame and it was executed perfectly. I highly recommend dessert. Both the chocolate pot de creme and coconut cake are so rich yet so simple and clean that its hard to describe how wonderful they are. If I had to pick anything to complain about, and its hard to complain about this restaurant, it would be the fries were very overcooked both times I've ordered them. Also i think the waitress got a little too much joy in constantly "correcting" my friends pronunciations of the meal names. I cannot wait to return here in the spring or fall to enjoy the outdoor seating and boule court.

krysta parsons

Always delicious! Went for special occasion and got there at 6:30. We had to wait for about 50 min, but the bocce court and patio out back make the wait more interesting. Had a great cotes du Rhone wine and some fantastic cheeses. Everyone's meal was beautiful and tasty as usual. The noise level was a little much during this visit, but all in all a nice visit.

Breaking in Vain

Just had the burger...the best in Birmingham, they say. I just might have to agree. The bottom bun was a bit soaked, but the meat was seasoned well & delicious. The fries were pretty good as well.

Steven Bailey

Nice environment, good food. The chairs are somewhat uncomfortable but I am 6’8 so many would not have this issue.

mjtplayer

Delicious french menu utilizing local flavors. The fried oysters with craw-fish tapenade were great! Loved it so much for lunch that we came back for dinner that same night!!

Lindi Pearson

Amazing as always! My favorite restaurant in Birmingham! Always great food, service, drinks but the back patio area is the cutest and most quaint & cozy place I've been in a while

Jennifer C.

We always have a great experience here. I have found that as time goes on they do seem to have smaller plates and higher prices. A very simple vegetarian dish was $18 and tasty but not very filling at all.

Lindsey Barlow

Still dreaming about the burger. Probably the best I've ever had. I'll ignore that I didn't get the haricot verts as requested because the fries were really good.

Sunny Wright

First class service and OF COURSE the food was fabulous!

Fernanda Félix Schwarzbeck

It was my birthday so I really wanted to have a nice dinner. I was craving for the famous coconut cake...mmm...it was dry and not as tasty as I would have thought. I had the Coq Au Vin which was salty and plain at the same time, plus it was not that hot. My husband had the chimichurri steak or something like that, it was OK but nothing to die for. Our server was very nice.

Kaitlin Slattery

A little piece of France in Birmingham! Perfectly sized menu- not too overwhelming and every single dish is done well. Our current favorite offerings are the Hamburger Fonfon with comté & pommes frites and Omelette with onions, comté & cherry tomatoes! Although I don't remember what wine we received- the waiter did an incredible job of suggesting a pairing and it was delicious. We will definitely be back again.

Phil Neri

Nice restaurant with excellent service and fantastic food. I would recommend the Hamburger Fonfon or one of their seasonal dishes. The lemon meringue tart is an excellent dessert.

Seale Broughton

Great food , great patio service

LINDA LEE

Restaurant was recommended by a friend!!! So glad she did It was great.

Aaron Mowery

Great dinner. They don't take reservations so be ready to wait an hour+. Part of the experience & worth the wait. Great little place with excellent food, service, & people watching. Highly recommend for a date night.

Morgan Jones Johnston

My absolute favorite restaurant in the world (and it happens to be in my own city, what luck!). It feels like you're in a Parisian brasserie, and the patio is the most transportive spot in Birmingham (bonjour South of France vibe!). Favorite dishes include the burger and frites, chicken liver mousse, the charcuterie platter. Best cocktails in town. And they are SOOOOOOO accommodating for special dietary needs.

Sarah Kohl

The food was good, but the real prize here are the desserts. We ordered one of each and shared, but I wish I had one of each for myself! My biggest complaint was the actual seating which was slightly uncomfortable.

Jackson Degges

I sat at the bar and Jess suggested trying a special of salmon soup. I paired that with the arugula, beet, and Wabash Cannonball salad. I followed with the escargot dish and finished with a strawberry trifle. I had an amazing dining experience. Jess did an outstanding job answering any questiofxxxrns and walkijg me through the menu. From the pacing to the flavors and the portion sizes, every part of the meal was executed flawlessly.

xyboy2000

awesome food. awesome drinks, awesome scene. And, hands down the BEST burger that I've ever had in my life

Sharlene Scheller

Wonderful experience, flavorful and creative dishes

L. Warren Munroe

The accommodating and well-versed waiter was the highlight of this, my first visit. Crab cake was not chunk crab meat but seemed perhaps canned, not sauted as promised, but fried and greasy. Several red potato pieces were almost raw mixed with cooked pieces. Asparagus was tiny and overcooked. Coconut cake was essentially sugar, dense and tasteless. Decaf coffee was excellent along with our service. Will try again based on others raves but....

Ashton Rowcliffe

Che Fon Fon is a restaurant to go when visiting Birmingham downtown/Five Points area. The food is excellent, the menu has a good variety. The staff is always very friendly and helpful, weather you need recommendations or not. The restaurant is always crowded, I would advise, to go early or very late, if you don‘t want to wait a long time. Since the restaurant is always fully booked, it can be a little bit too loud. If you are looking for a quite place, you shouldn‘t go there on Friday or Saturday night.

David Grusin

The Fon is not just a restaurant, it is an experience. Going to the Fon is like going to a great restaurant in a large city. The service is extremely attentive, knowledgeable, and they give you the feeling that they are enjoying what they are doing, and that they truly want you to enjoy and appreciate your time there. There is not a bad item on the menu.....and don't forget a little desert. One of the few places everyone rates a 5 by 5 !!

Victoria Evans

Excellent food and atmosphere. Outstanding service. Covid precautions followed well. Please do not skip the bread and butter! Highly recommend.

Joshua Burnett

Probably one of the best burgers I have had...

Landon Whatley

You won’t come across a better restaurant in Birmingham! Authentic French. Everything on the menu is to die for. Best coconut cake you will ever taste, whether you’re a coconut fan or not.

Omid Ebrahimi-Sohi

Chez Fonfon is phenomenal. The food was amazing. From the appetizers, fries, fish, and chocolate mousse...all worth it. Highly recommended. It is, by far, my favorite restaurant in Birmingham.

Karen Becker

Our new favorite restaurant in Birmingham! Our second visit and the food was amazing both times. Very attentive and helpful staff as well.

Margaret Hahn

We had a great time at Chez Fonfon! The place was packed; we put in our name and grabbed a drink at Highland next door; the maitre-d came over to fetch us when our table was ready. Great service! The place is well decorated, with a parisian feel, with high tin ceilings and a lovely vintage bar. The sparkling rose on the menu was crisp, dry, and delicious. We started with the mussels, which were great and authentic. The Coq au Vin was delicious; I wiped the plate with their bread. The creme brulee was nice, with a carmalized top and a sweet cool custard underneath. I would highly recommend stopping by for dinner, drinks, or just desert.

John J

Two of us had crab cakes, and two of us had swordfish. We all left talking about how good it was. The service was impeccable as well.

N Ward

This place is amazing. There's valet and the atmosphere here is cozy quaint yet sophisticated. The building is old which adds to its charm and the food is to die for! I recommend the trout. Def try whatever the special is.

MEREM Health

My personal favorite Stitt restaurant. The absolute standard for escargot is at this establishment, an exceptional wine list, and the best burger in Birmingham...this is a not to miss when in town!

David Winge

Our favorite restaurant in Birmingham. Never disappoints - great service & excellent specials. Tonight Sheephead was fantastic. Also Chez Fonfon has the best cheeseburger in town.

Susan Benton (30A EATS)

My favorite place to dine in Birmingham,AL. Always takes me back to Provence and dining in the bistros there. Delectable food, love the atmosphere, great service!

Joseph Drwiega

The food is wonderful. It's not high brow French cuisine, but the hearty meals are high quality and full of flavor. I refrained from 5 stars because the noise level is higher than I prefer.

Abe Tau

The food was good, but not as good as others claim to be. It's a nice and safe dating place. I'd go there everyday for lunch if it weren't for the prices, but mainly the long waiting lines. It's like Chipotle of fine dining.

Tom Brander

As with other Frank Stitt establishments predictably excellent. Modeled on a French Bistro. Good food, some what informal, lively bar scene. No reservations so timing is everything for arriving if you don't want to wait..

Beth Lawyer

The burger is delicious ! Love the atmosphere & wonderful customer service as well! Highly recommend this restaurant if you’re in the Birmingham area.

WENDY CHAN

Great place to eat. Food is very delicious with excellent service 😋. if you have never been there, go and try. It will be exceeding your expectations but not broken your bank. …

Kel Li

I've always heard/read great things about Chez Fonfon & after visiting, I have the same opinions. The service wasn't too great but the meals were delicious! Everything was made to perfection! Although it is a little pricey, I think it is a perfect place to have a special date :)

Maui No Ka Oi

Had a beautiful dinner with my wife yesterday! The service and food was impeccable. Thank you Chez Fonfon for yet another amazing experience.

Suzanne Helmick

This was our first visit to Chez Fonfon since moving to Birmingham a few months ago. It was a wonderful experience. The food was outstanding and the service was top flight. We will definitely go back and highly recommend Chez Fonfon.

Cheryl Freeman

We had the Hamburger. It was very good. Fries were awesome. We had the coconut cake as well it too was good.

Bob Opkins

Excellent food, great atmosphere and service. My only issue is that the portion was very small. I left hungry.

Ferne McClintock

So good to be back at one of our favorite lunch places. We ate outside, in back, and it was wonderful. Excellent food, excellent service.

melanie mccraney

The food, atmosphere and service are consistently excellent. A table on the patio by the bocce ball court out back is a wonderful spot to kick back and enjoy one of Birmingham's best restaurants

Kierdog kier dog

Fantastic from start to end. Ordered the steak and fries. Over the top! Even though the place was jamming we received prompt and friendly service. Will be back. Well done!

Sharon Tucker

Liked it. Server was very informative. Though the food is good, I think it's a little over priced for what you get. However, I would go back again.

Greg Taylor

Have enjoyed every time we have ate at Chez FonFon. Our favorite was sitting at the bar where we were treated to soft boiled eggs from Frank's farm. Highly recommend!

Chris Golden

We did try a,couple of new things; The Chicken Liver Moose Pâté as with all the other items paired with an exquisite bottle French Bordeaux was deliciously self indulgent. Four of us gathered on this Special Occasion at Chez Fonfon for another Devine Experience. The Fresh Catch, Halibut was delightfully tender and delicious.

Lea 'lee lee' Taylor Florida RE Agent

Best time ever. Great service, young man Kyle Berman was an oustanding waiter! Food he recommends was delicious too. 👏 to the chef. I will be returning here. …

Lukas Carullo

Very relaxed and beautiful restaurant. The service was excellent! The menu has obviously a French touch but you'll also find local cuisine. Definitely worth a try!

Mary O'Brien

I am not sure how I was lucky enough to find this spot, but find it we did. We traveled from Dallas, over 9 hours, and stayed at the Highlands at 5 point; walking distance to Chez Fonfon. We waited an hour and a half for a table, maybe 15 minutes less, and it was worth every minute. The setting is authentically French, the service impeccable and the food sublime. The chicken liver mousse was to die for, my trout almondine was perfect, croque monsieur and madames did not disappoint, in a word; go. My husband and I were travelling with our 19, 16 and 10 year old, and they all loved this spot. We will definitely be back next year!

Emma Tanner

Very pretty french vibes, although our food was salty. Idk but maybe touch base with the chef? Otherwise, awesome!!

SeantheSwede

Immaculate French cuisine and easily one of the best burgers in Birmingham. Staff is knowledgeable and friendly if you're feeling something more exotic.

Neus Cervera

Food was beyond words. The exterior terrace is beautiful. It's a must if you visit Birmingham

Chris McArdell

The best spot in Birmingham. The burger is amazing and the desserts are world class. Always have a great experience there.

Robert Lopez

We love to get their cheese burgers. As far as I'm concerned this is the best burger I have ever eaten. With fries and a margarita I leave a happy man.

Allyson Godwin

Staff & service have always made me feel comfortable, special even when there is a full house. So far everything I have ordered...loved it! Also now I cannot eat a hamburger anywhere else, I am spoiled! !! If you have not yet tried Chez fon fon, you're missing out.GR8!!! NOW I KNOW WHERE I'M EATING TONIGHT! :-)

jesse bennett

Exceptional French Restaurant in downtown Birmingham. Wine list was also quite impressive. Blown away with their food quality. This is a Donald miss place

herbert stubbs

Had lunch with some friends and that was my first visit. Great food and the staff is number one.

P H Leach

The bartender, Angel, made the evening special with a couple great recomendations! If you like a scotch cocktail be sure and ask for Blood and Sand. Fabulous winter scotch cocktail...

Amelia Blackwood

Love French cuisine & this was perfect lunch for a decadent but not overwhelming lunch where you leave in a food coma. And the chocolate mousse was magnificent!

Linda Turner

Everyone was extremely kind, friendly and accommodating. The food was excellent.

Judi Castro

Such a fun place! I had the steak frites and hubby had escargot and hamburger. All were wonderful. We will definitely go back!

Jerome Hastings

Always amazing food and service. I come here every time I come through Birmingham.

Nimes Dill

Great steak tartare, pâté was not very nice at all.. too hard and flavorless. Coconut cake was amazing & the service was great.

Sally Bryan

The trout was delicious!!!! It came with roasted potatoes and green beans! One of my favorite meals!

jonathan raney

This is definitely one of the best restaurants in Bham. Everything is incredible and it doesn't hurt that they have one of the best burgers in the city.

Tamra Mcwaters

Food was delicious. Atmosphere was reminiscent of a quaint French cafe. Staff was polite and attentive. Highly recommend!

Jason Candido

Amazing spot. Had the duck Saturday special and it was cooked and spiced just right.

BruceQC Hamilton

The food was superb! The charcuterie tray was a great appetizer for the table. It is a little noisy. Great place to eat.

Brad Nall

There is nothing on their curbside menu about doing pick ups every 30 minutes so just be aware it may be 45 minutes after you call

Kelly Calderone

One of my favorite restaurants in Birmingham. Everything on the menu is fantastic. The Coq au vin is a must order when in season.

Tyler Evans

Went here for some appetizers. Everything was absolutely delicious. Service is great as well.

Norris 007

If you want elegance, knowledgeable staff, politeness, beautiful location, and a vast selection of wine and exotic foods, then this is the place for you! I loved everything about this place

miutany t

This is a picture of the cold season. I ate an omelet for lunch. It was delicious. Thank you very much.

Jeremy Concepcion

In addition to being a world class restaurant, they take great care of their staff (had the great pleasure of working for them some years ago). From top to bottom an amazing establishment.

herbert stubbs

Great atmosphere for a delicious lunch. Make sure to make reservations.

james willis

No other way to say that this is the best restaurant in Birmingham. Incredible service, food, drinks. Outstanding from start to finish.

James Hooker

This seasonally-adjusted menu always strikes the perfect notes, the setups perfectly accompanying the entrees, with portions satisfying your hunger while your tongue still longs for one more bite!

Jake Revis

Fonfon is an absolute treat. Brent took care of us as well as anyone could ask for, and the food was remarkable as usual. A must for anyone in the Birmingham area!

Madalyn Cohron

Chez Fonfon is a Birmingham classic where French cuisine is concerned. Their escargot and chicken liver mousse are the stuff of dreams!

Steven Stegman

I love this place. It reminds me of a Paris cafe. Food and service are casual but elegant. Get there early for best seating and to avoid the rush.

Felicia Yonter

Chicken liver mousse is divine, and what you've heard about the Burger is true. One of the best you've ever tasted.

maxx a

Their drum dish was good. Their burger with papas frits was delicious. Definitely give that a try!

Zebbo Leppo

Cocktail bar is fantastic, honestly. The food? You can do better for the money. I don't understand the appeal of that part, honestly.

Kristin Vance

My favorite dinner spot. Great drinks food, dessert and coffee. Consistently good over many years.

Kyla Gray

Tasty! Great home style authentic food. Friendly staff and excellent eating experience!

Ryan McDermott

Great atmosphere for lunch. Burger definitely not best in world, not even in my top 20. Superb boules court

Dave O'Leary

Fabulous every time. Specials that are truly special. Food and desserts by Highland's fabulous people, staffed by people who love food and drink.

Zeph Nightingale

Fantastic burger! I wouldn't go as far to say it's the best in Bham, like it was hyped up to me, but it's easily in the top 5.

Greg Randall

Excellent food, excellent ambiance, great service. It's really nice because it's excellent but only $15-22 a plate.

Patrick Blane

The food excellent, as was the service. A real treat which I highly recommend. .

KGS SAR

Best French cuisine in Birmingham.

Murray Johnston

Best hamburger anywhere and the french fries are too die for - not to mention the mussels, or the trout or…….any of the superb choices in the rocking bistro in Birmingham,

C. Meadows

Frank Stitt always provides us with the freshest and tastiest food around. Great service. Really enjoyed our night out.

Scott Fayard

Excellent food, service & atmosphere. You can't go wrong with Frank Stitt involved in creating masterpieces!

Quikspirit Jason

We enjoyed the food and the atmosphere. Ryan did a great job and the chef was said to have shed a tear. Thank you.

Jimmy Honeycutt

Food is always delicious. Service is always wonderful. Our favorite restaurant in Birmingham.

heimdall2061

Good ambiance, superb service, and superb food. This is likely my favorite restaurant in Birmingham.

Rachael Franks

High quality food, good service. A bit expensive for the portion sizes. But overall a nice experience.

Nick

Simple and clean. Great and knowledgeable service, and impeccable wine selection. Try the burger.

Marc Ramirez

Best desserts in the city. Everything we've tried has been phenomenal.

Bryan Hassler

Food was excellent. All 4 of us were extremely pleased with the food, service and atmosphere!

Darlyn Mancio

The whole place was cozy, I absolutely love it!! Staff were also friendly yet very professional <3

Leisha Bowman

Always incredible food, atmosphere and a great wine list! A favorite for sure.

Stu Lester

Service is great. Nothing disappoints.

Terri Smith

Has a superb wine list and a really good and different chaceuterie.

Bernice Bierbrauer

Best food in Birmingham! Must have! I regularly eat here! Great for any occasion!

Rhett Gopaul

By far and away the best Birmingham has to offer, both in terms of food and service. Brent is the best in town.

Beau Wilson

Authentic and delicious french cuisine. This is one of the truly great restaurants in Birmingham.

Daniel Turner

Everything they have is amazing, but that burger is the best burger I've ever had, over and over again.

Critter

Excellent service by friendly staff. The chefs are extraordinary and the food superb.

Megan Powell

Food was amazing. Service was VERY slow. Took 3 hours to order and eat.

blake hancock

Really great food. Not terribly expensive for the quality and decent portions

Alicia Valentin

So good! Had the chicken salad and it was amazing crisp on the outside nice and juicy inside

Kate Matthews

Love every visit!! Everything I have ever had was delicious and the service is always responsive.

Michael Willis

Everything was absolutely excellent as always. Food, service, and drinks were amazing.

Brian Harvey

Rare to find some place that executes well on every drink, dish, and dessert. Very very good.

Danny Haralson

Good pizza, great beer selection and great staff - wish this place was in our neighborhood.

James Murphy

Large hamburger, good!

terry wilson

I just had the coconut cake and it was fabulous. Service and food is always great.

Matt Butler

Always a great place for lunch. The food is excellent as is the service.

Kassady Gibson

Absolutely delicious, the staff is outstanding, and I love the outdoor patio.

Joe Blocker

Incredible French bistro with great rotating selection of dishes. Chef Stitt continues to impress.

Benjamin Richardson

Great food, worth every penny. Slightly crowded though.

Mark Garner

The food is good and the staff is top notch. Need a good place to kick back this is the place.

Saif Alam

Food is good, customer service is excellent. Pricey, but it's supposed to be

Jacob B.

Pretty nice place. Lunch was nice looking forward to dinner.

Margaret Pavela

Excellent meal...delicious food & wonderful service on a busy Friday night.

Jonathan Brenan

Delicious burger and pommes frittes (thin cut fries) as well as a delicious summer vegetable plate.

Tom K

would come back to Birmingham just to eat here. Very down to earth setting featuring absolutely delicious french cuisine.

Mary Perez

Amazing dinner. Best crab cake I have ever had!!

Brianna Franklin

Amazing! Best steak I've ever eaten and the service was impeccable.

Stephen Snoddy

Awesome food and service. Great steak tartar, burgers,ff

Emmanuel Ani-osadebe

Lovely food, awesome atmosphere and nice waiters👍😍 …

Krys Vrana

Not bad. Pricey for a date night.

Jeremy Hatley

I've only been here for the burger and the drinks, and they were both out of this world!

Robert Rinehart

Always great food. Great staff. Understandably crowded.

Regina Gezelman

Great food. Terrific service. A bit loud.

Edward DeMellier

Great French bistro in Birmingham Alabama. Food and service cannot be beat.

Kevin Pierce

The food was excellent and the service at the bar was phenomenal!

M. D. Frank

The bartenders are some of the best in town, food is excellent.

Clyde Adams

Great burger, ok service, & lukewarm atmosphere.

Chloe Wilson

Excellent burger! Fun place to eat!

Brad Wilkes

Highly overrated. Didn't expect to see servers eating and congregating with the chefs in the kitchen.

Michael K.

Best burger I’ve ever had. Highly recommend.

Carolyn Garrity

Can't go wrong here! Great food and french atmosphere

Donald Butts

Great little French place in Birmingham. Superlative classic French fare in a cozy setting

Jeffrey Cashmore

Love absolutely all the food you can't go wrong with what you get

Wiley Wattleton

Great food, sevice and atmosphere.

Arda Akoluk

Incredible food. Good prices

robert pratt

Delicious lunch. Gracious hostess and great service.

Jaymit BAKSHI

Very quaint french bistro feel. Good food better service.

Jenni Glass

Delicious

Patrick McCurry

Delicious food always. Angel is an amazing bartender.

Rachel Petry

Great location and food. Highly recommend the burger ;)

Kyle Bridgeforth

Trout Amandine and coconut cake are phenomenal

Hughston Davis

Great selection of drinks and food. Very polished.

Gloria Williams

It was unique and French. The food was good. Elegant.

Todd Quire

great drinks food cheese plate and mussels after work wanna go back soon

Bill Bradley

This is my go to place in birmingham. Some of the best food in town.

James Lauters

Outstanding food, super professional service. Really a gem!

Judith Sellers

Very delicious food, friendly wait staff.

Jeremiah Fountain

Great atmosphere and the food and service are always great

David Gibson

When Jimmy Buffett wants to get cheeseburgers here, you know it's got to be amazing. And it is.

Mary Helen Dixon

Non hurried exquisite dining. My favorite in the world...even Paris!

Andrew Brim

Our favorite place. Charcuterie platter is essential.

Brad Richard

Burger was amazing! Really nice place

Peter P Falkner

Very authentic, interesting menu and excellent service

Nathan English

Great place to go for lunch. Food is always good .

Judy Jones- Realtor 30a

Best Fries Best Burger Best place to meet friends

Stephanie Stanley Roberson

Absolutely wonderful food and service!!!Loved the atmosphere!!!

Mimi Latoine

First time going today and loved it!

Dan Wright

Great French food and fantastic service.

David Oleary

Great food and 1st class service.

Benjamin Sung

Nothing fancy or extra; just perfectly done dishes.

Brandon Blevins

My first french restaurant, good burger and fries

Juliana Sandoval

Amazing experience, amazing food!

Willard Lyde

Very Very pleased, the food and service was superb.

James Paulk

Excellent burger and good drinks.

Richard Misener

Amazing spot... Crab cake blew my Mind!

Maria Jose Ardón

Hamburguer is great! And desserts are delicious

Peter Weinheimer

Great menu, wonderful service!

J Williamson

Best burger I've ever had.

Michael A.

Best burger in town. Amazing fries.

Christopher Becker

Wonderful small place with amazing food.

Kathy Compton

Love Chez Fonfon, best crab cakes!

Cathie Bella

Fabulous food and outstanding service!

A Spain

Best hamburger and Ham and cheese sandwich anywhere

wade harris

Incredible food and excellent service!

Ronda Thompson

Food and service were fantastic!

Michael Grant

Fantastic service, atmosphere and food.

Charles Whitehurst

Incredible. The entire experience was perfect.

H Melville

Delicious as always.. Incredible service

rogers alley

A Frank Stitt restaurant. Love the coq au vin

Daniel Moore

Great food cooked well.

Jenny Barrett

Fancy yet comfortable and very delicious.

Jaime Vasquez

amazing food great atmosphere.

susan english

Always excellent food and service.

Paula Lecher

Friendly staff! We love Anita and Tyler!

Julien Jeanneau

Food and service are good, a little overpriced.

Chance Bedwell

Sooooo good! Try the French Blonde

Raheel Jajja

Great food and service!

Zahida Hall

Love the burger and French 75!

David Smith

Best food in alabama hands down

mohammed sait

Good Food

Alex Spadafora

Very busy, food and service was good.

John Byrd

Best burger and great fries.

Olivia Trammel

Impeccable service.

M A G (MAG)

Always good. One of the best in Bham

Stephen Hayes

Everything is great! Even the burger

Armeena Subahdar

The roasted bone marrow was nice.

Emil Dovan

Decent meal for your paycheck

Bill Donaldson

Excellent dining experience.

Hubert Benson

Great food and cocktails!

Jerry Quinn

Great place.

Annette Vickery

Enjoyed this place

Linda Nidetz

OUTSTANDING FOOD BUT TOO NOISY AND NO LUNCH RESERATIONS

Justin Irvine

Very friendly staff and awesome products

Mimi Clark

Can cut the steak with a fork... Great

Andrea Ray

Great food and service.

William Stewart

Very tasty burgers.

Martin Rieuxx

One of the best places to eat in Birmingham

Adrienne Nicole Williams

First time, great place, great atmosphere

Barron Spreng

Food and service are incredible.

Caleb Ward

Excellent food and service.

Michael Huynh

Best burgers in town.

Joy Phillips

New appetizer Fried Oysters

Dana Maani

Everything about this place was just Amazing!

Melvin Buckley

Always a favorite when we are in Birmingham.

Seth Johnson

Get the burger, thank me later.

Julie Callaway

Never disappoints. Always perfect

James Runyans IV

Very good food.

Michael Morgan

Consistently memorable meals

C C

Good food..good service

JuanFra Gutierrez-Mazorra MD

Great lunch spot

Brenda Campbell

Great

Kurt Smith

Fantastic lunch experience

Katan Cheti

I had the muscles, fantastic

lisa Baker

Its as French as it gets in Birmingham!!!

Sally Marold

Wonderful French cusine

Michael Sides

Heaven on small plates.

Andrew deRussy

Always a fine experience

Andrea Kennon

Amazing!

Janet Goodison

Great place to dinner

Steve Wells

A little pompous.

Robert Smith

Amazing as always

Patrick McKane

To. Die. For.

Clayton Hudson

Freaking Awesome! Everything!

Raymond Young

Wonderful

Will Denton

Burger is the best

Marlowe Shepherd

Class!

Ells Richter

Lovers run wild

Steve Porter

A great restaurant .

Justin Wirpel

This place is amazing!

Christy Howell

Amazing

Bart Roegner

Simply superb.

Ryan Stotz

That steak tartare...

David Luke

Always delicious

Arlinda Jackson

Food is Excellent

Chuck Smith

Great food

Von Moreland

Excellent Service

Catherine D

Never disappoints!

Ralph Goodson

Excellent experience

Natasha Parrish

Excellent!

Consuelo Ruybal

Perfection

Troy Arias

GET THE MUSCLES

Callie Broussard-Wheeler

Wonderful!

Margie Webb

Everyone needs to go there at least once.

Erin Hardwick

Everything was wonderful! The ambience was old and comfortable. I definitely recommend this restaurant but plan ahead as you cannot get reservations same day.

Phil Pearson

What a place to have a burger!!!!!

Shyla Kali

My favorite place to treat myself to a burger

Paige V

Wonderful romantic restaurant. The chefs and waiters are cognizant of dietary restrictions, and were able to make me a vegan dish from the vegetarian Lentils and Basmati option. The food was delicious.

Elle Mahoney

Carla Thomas

Wilfredo Villar Cabreja

(Translation) Excellent attention from the reception, the service, the food ..... (Original) Excelentes atenciones desde el recibimiento, el servicio, la comida.....

Erik Lindley

Justin McClendon

M Williams

Bill Couch

Lorenzo Lagola

Maria De Luca

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