Looking for a late-night bite? We’ve got you covered. Whether you’re in the mood for a burger and fries, pizza, Greek food, or even Frito pie, these eight Birmingham spots serve up good eats until the wee hours of the morning. Keep these in mind next time you’re craving an after-hours meal!
8 Birmingham Spots Serving Up Late-Night Eats
Jack Brown’s Beer & Burger Joint
2811 7th Avenue South, Birmingham, AL 35233 • (205) 718-7892
Hours: Sunday through Thursday, 11 a.m. to midnight; Friday and Saturday, 11 a.m. to 2 a.m.
Jack Brown’s is known for its tasty burgers, crinkle-cut fries, extensive beer list, and late-night specials. Stop in until midnight through the week, and 2 a.m. on the weekends, for a savory end to your night out. Did we mention they have fried Oreos?!
Marty’s PM
1813 10th Court South, Birmingham, AL 35205
Hours: 8 p.m. to 5 a.m. daily
Marty’s PM Is the city’s go-to late-night dive bar. Marty’s may be the spot for a beer, but it’s also a late-night foodie’s dream. Open only from 8 p.m. to 5 a.m. daily, Marty’s serves up patty melts, burgers, sandwiches, chili, pub pretzels, and, of course, Frito Pie. Be sure to stop by for hotdog day on Tuesdays, taco night on Thursdays, and nachos and quesadillas on Sundays.
Steel Gastropub
2808 7th Avenue South, Birmingham, AL 35223 • (205) 202-6649
Hours: Monday through Thursday, 11 a.m. to midnight; Friday, 11 a.m. to 2 a.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 2 a.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m. to midnight.
If you’re spending your night along Lakeview, make your final stop at Steel Gastropub. Get ready for delicious burgers, sandwiches, wraps, and more served up until at least midnight. Their funky lounge seating creates an elevated yet comfortable atmosphere to enjoy your end-of-the-night bites.
Purple Onion
737 29th Street South, Birmingham, AL 35233 • (205) 749-1991
Hours: Sunday through Wednesday, 10:30 a.m. to midnight; Thursday, 10:30 a.m. to 2 a.m.; Friday and Saturday, 10:30 a.m. to 3 a.m.
Open until 3 a.m. on Friday and Saturday, Purple Onion is your ultimate late-night destination. The menu consists of classic burgers, sandwiches, chicken tenders, gyros, falafel wraps, shawarma chicken, and more.
Hattie B’s Hot Chicken
2809 7th Avenue South #101, Birmingham, AL 35233 • (205) 578-6018
Hours: Monday through Thursday, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Craving some hot chicken? Head over to Hattie B’s! The location is only open until 10 p.m. on most weekdays, but they’ve got you covered on Fridays and Saturdays with an 11 p.m. close. Sandwiches and tenders are available at your choice of heat alongside Southern greens, Pimento mac n’ cheese, baked beans, and more. Be sure to top it all off with banana pudding or peach cobbler.
Black Market Bar & Grill
1035 20th Street South, Birmingham, AL 35205 • (205) 933-8035
Hours: Monday, 3 p.m. to midnight; Tuesday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 2 a.m.; Sunday, 10:30 a.m. to 2 a.m.
Black Market Bar & Grill is Homewood’s answer to end-of-the-night eats. The late-night menu features all your comfort food favorites, including grilled cheese, chicken fingers, corndogs, and wings. Stop by and enjoy a bite until 2 a.m. most days of the week.
Slice Pizza & Brew
725 29th Street South, Birmingham, AL 35233 • (205) 715-9300
Hours: Sunday through Thursday, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.
What’s a better late-night snack than pizza? Slice on Lakeview is open until 11 p.m. on the weekends, so you can enjoy your favorite 12-inch pie, baked feta, fire-baked wings, brown butter pasta, and more. Sit down for a slice and bring the rest home!
Insomnia Cookies
1919 11th Avenue South #200, Birmingham, AL 35205 • (205) 236-9540
Hours: Monday through Wednesday, 11 a.m. to 1 a.m.; Thursday and Friday, 11 a.m. to 3 a.m.; Saturday, noon to 3 a.m.; Sunday, noon to 1 a.m.
If you find yourself with a late-night sweet tooth, look no further than Insomnia Cookies. The selection of ooey-gooey cookie goodness spans from classic chocolate chunk to salted caramel, s’mores, and even loaded brownies. Plus, they’ll deliver until 2:45 a.m.!
Enjoy your late-night eats, Birmingham!
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