The Essential
American bistro open all day with fresh pasta, craft cocktails, natural wines, a really good chicken, and weekend brunch.
05/22/2026
For those of you staying in town this Memorial Day weekend, we have specials that are a little extra special just for you. Friday-Sunday only!
Rich tonnarelli (square spaghetti) tangled up with comté, spring morels & pink peppercorns.
Crispy golden potato terrine topped with bright sorrel cream, pickled cauliflower & oscietra caviar.
Creme caramel that’s silky and swimming in caramel with floral notes of vin jaune.
Even if the rain cancels your plans, we’ve got a seat for you.
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2215 First Avenue N
Birmingham, AL
35203
Opening Hours
| Monday | 11am - 9pm |
| Tuesday | 11am - 9pm |
| Wednesday | 11am - 9pm |
| Thursday | 11am - 9pm |
| Friday | 11am - 9pm |
| Saturday | 9am - 2pm |
| 5pm - 9pm | |
| Sunday | 9am - 2pm |
| 5pm - 9pm |