1. Gigi's Cupcakes

7.4
2109 Whitesburg Dr, Huntsville, AL
Cupcake Shop · 20 tips and reviews

AL.comAL.com: The menu rotates daily, so plan ahead for flavors like Southern Comfort, Merry Margarita, Peach Cobbler, and Caramel Sugar Mama. The most popular selection, Wedding Cake, is always available. Read more.

2. Nabeel's

7.6
1700 Oxmoor Rd, Birmingham, AL
Greek Restaurant · 23 tips and reviews

AL.comAL.com: Nabeel's Café constantly bustles with happy patrons for a reason: The food is authentic, fresh and lip-smackingly delicious. Read more.

3. Cheryl's Cafe & Market

6580 Spanish Fort Blvd Ste D (at Old Spanish Trail), Spanish Fort, AL
Café · 3 tips and reviews

AL.comAL.com: Start off with some crawfish bisque and then move to one of Cheryl's fresh-made salads or sandwiches. Don't miss the chicken salad or the Monte Cristo. Read more.

4. The Shed Barbeque and Blues Joint

8.7
7501 Highway 57, Ocean Springs, MS
BBQ Joint · 85 tips and reviews

AL.comAL.com: This "barbecue and blues joint," known for its fall-off-the-bones ribs and award-winning beef brisket, is the original in a growing chain. Read more.

5. Joe Cain Cafe

7.2
26 N Royal St (at Dauphin), Mobile, AL
Hotel Bar · Central Business District · 12 tips and reviews

AL.comAL.com: An inviting atmosphere that makes you want to put on Mardi Gras beads and stand on the corner. The man-sized muffaletta may require help to finish, and their pizza is about as big as a wagon wheel. Read more.

6. Claire's Place on the Creek

4815 Halls Mill Rd, Mobile, AL
American Restaurant · 1 tip

AL.comAL.com: The buffet has a huge array of familiar Southern favorites, but Claire’s also offers a menu that is chock full of mouth-watering, made-to-order entrees. Read more.

7. Papa's Place

7.8
28691 Us 98 (Van Buren St), Daphne, AL
Pizzeria · 11 tips and reviews

AL.comAL.com: Since 1989, this tiny corner eatery has served up copious portions of delicious Italian fare. It is a haven for those who crave the real thing. Read more.

8. Heroes Sports Bar & Grille

7.4
273 Dauphin St (Jackson St.), Mobile, AL
Sports Bar · Central Business District · 23 tips and reviews

AL.comAL.com: It's not enough that the tea is cold and the burgers served fat and juicy — two very strong points all by themselves. The convivial atmosphere exerts just as much appeal for hungry diners as the menu. Read more.

9. Banana Docks Cafe

36 Hillcrest Rd, Mobile, AL
American Restaurant · 3 tips and reviews

AL.comAL.com: Thanks to an extensive menu, you may not have the easiest time choosing. Banana Docks serves up a fine array of burgers, steaks, seafood, pasta and just about any other comestible you can think of. Read more.

10. Mikey's Grill

7.8
4524 Southlake Pkwy Ste 7 (Valleydale Rd), Hoover, AL
Southern Food Restaurant · 11 tips and reviews

AL.comAL.com: Their well executed, innovative menu with an emphasis on seafood has impressed even visitors from the Gulf coast. Read more.

11. Big Bob Gibson's BBQ

8.3
1715 6th Ave SE, Decatur, AL
BBQ Joint · 50 tips and reviews

AL.comAL.com: Chicken with white sauce named one of "Huntsville's 20 Most Distinctive Dishes" by Go magazine. Big Bob Gibson's is world-famous for its white sauce, which adds a slightly tangy taste to the meat. Read more.

12. Star Super Market

Madison, AL
Grocery Store · 2 tips and reviews

AL.comAL.com: Terry's Pizza, named one of "Huntsville's 20 Most Distinctive Dishes" by Go magazine, is known for its ooey-gooey cheese. It lives on here despite their restaurants closing in 2006. Read more.

13. Jamo's Cafe

8.0
413 Jordan Ln NW, Huntsville, AL
Middle Eastern Restaurant · 16 tips and reviews

AL.comAL.com: Falafel Wrap named one of "15 Must-Have Sandwiches" by Go magazine. It's a vegetable burger, lightly fried, served with lettuce, tomato, pickles, hummus and tahini sauce. Read more.

14. Stanlieos Sub Villa

7.3
602 Governors Dr SW (Monroe Street), Huntsville, AL
Sandwich Spot · Downtown Huntsville · 15 tips and reviews

AL.comAL.com: The Kitchen Sink named one of "15 Must-Have Sandwiches" and one of "Huntsville's 20 Most Distinctive Dishes" by Go magazine. You haven't lived if you haven't had a Kitchen Sink. Read more.

15. Ruggby's Food and Spirits

8.3
4820 University Dr NW (at Wynn Dr.), Huntsville, AL
Pub · 8 tips and reviews

AL.comAL.com: Ruggby's Reuben named one of "15 Must-Have Sandwiches" by Go magazine. Read more.

16. Rock-It-Lanes

7.6
513 N Richard Jackson Blvd, Panama City Beach, FL
Bowling Alley · 20 tips and reviews

AL.comAL.com: A magnet for families with bowling, skating, billiards, arcade games and a snack bar (Budget alert: Certain nights offer special deals).

17. Shell Island

8.6
Panama City, FL 32403, Panama City Beach, FL
Surf Spot · 17 tips and reviews

AL.comAL.com: A 700-acre wildlife refuge island tucked within St. Andrews State Park, home to numerous bird species, sea turtles and one of the world's highest concentrations of bottle-nosed dolphins.

18. 600 South

600 S Palafox St, Pensacola, FL
Event Space · Downtown Pensacola · 1 tip

AL.comAL.com: This tapas and wine bar adjacent to New World Inn is named for its address on Downtown's Palafox Place. Music from the baby grand piano complements cocktails and an eclectic wine selection.

19. Salon Allure

7.5
821 Regal Dr SW, Huntsville, AL
Hair Salon · 13 tips and reviews

AL.comAL.com: Voted "Best Hair Salon" in Huntsville Times readers poll. Besides haircuts, Salon Allure also offers manicures, pedicures, massages, facials, waxing and more. Read more.

20. Terrame Day Spa & Salon

7.8
2115 Cecil Ashburn Dr SE, Huntsville, AL
Hair Salon · 1 tip

AL.comAL.com: Voted "Best Spa" in Huntsville Times readers poll. This 10,000-square-foot spa does about half its business in spa services and the rest through the salon. About 80% of their customers are regulars. Read more.

21. Phil Sandoval's Mexican Restaurante

8.5
6125 University Dr NW, Huntsville, AL
Mexican Restaurant · 37 tips and reviews

AL.comAL.com: Voted "Best Margarita" in Huntsville Times readers poll. Read more.

22. Big Cove Bar-B-Q

7.0
153 Taylor Rd SE, Owens Cross Roads, AL
BBQ Joint · 7 tips and reviews

AL.comAL.com: Named "Best BBQ Restaurant in Northeast Alabama" in Huntsville Times readers poll. Read more.

Jim 'N Nick's Bar-B-Q is one of AL.com’s Tips.

23. Jim 'N Nick's Bar-B-Q

8.9
1660 Gadsden Hwy, Birmingham, AL
BBQ Joint · 32 tips and reviews

AL.comAL.com: While barbecue is the big draw, Jim 'N Nick’s is also famous for its scratch-made cheese biscuits, a complimentary basket of which is served at every table. Read more.

Big Bob Gibson's BBQ is one of AL.com’s Tips.

24. Big Bob Gibson's BBQ

7.9
2520 Danville Rd SW, Decatur, AL
BBQ Joint · 12 tips and reviews

AL.comAL.com: The smoked chicken with white sauce and pies here are among the "100 Dishes to Eat in Alabama Before You Die." Read more.

25. Lyn's Gracious Goodness

7.9
2306 Whitesburg Dr SW, Huntsville, AL
Tea Room · 5 tips and reviews

AL.comAL.com: Lyn's makes their signature Mint Tea with fresh-grown mint and sells it in 20-ounce cups or one-gallon containers. The mint is subtle and balanced by a mild lemon flavor. Read more.

26. AJ's Seafood & Oyster Bar

7.5
116 Harbor Blvd (Palmetto St), Destin, FL
Seafood Restaurant · Destin Harbor · 112 tips and reviews

AL.comAL.com: The blackened cobia fillet topped with shrimp and Cajun cream sauce is spicy without making your eyes water. Squeeze a little extra lemon juice over your fish to balance things out if it seems salty. Read more.

27. Oyster Bar Restaurant & Marina

8.3
13700 River Rd, Pensacola, FL
Seafood Restaurant · Perdido Key · 17 tips and reviews

AL.comAL.com: The Oyster Bar takes the tuna po boy to a new level. In fact, calling their yellowfin tuna sandwich a "po boy" doesn't seem fair to the fish. Read more.

28. Five Sisters Blues Cafe

8.4
421 W Belmont St (at N De Villiers St.), Pensacola, FL
Southern Food Restaurant · Downtown Pensacola · 52 tips and reviews

AL.comAL.com: The cafe may be best known for its fried chicken, but don't overlook the daily specials. Blackened catfish fillets over cheese grits will have you scraping the bottom of the dish for more. Read more.

29. Hank Williams grave

829 Columbus St, Montgomery, AL
Cemetery · 2 tips and reviews

AL.comAL.com: Make sure to check out the poems, pictures, song titles and dedications engraved on the monument, especially the family messages on the back. Read more.

30. Humphrey's Bar and Grill

7.5
109 Washington St NE (Clinton Ave W), Huntsville, AL
Bar · Downtown Huntsville · 27 tips and reviews

AL.comAL.com: Sip a mug of local beer from Olde Towne Brewing Co. or Straight to Ale, named among "Huntsville's 20 Most Distinctive Dishes" by Go magazine.