Recommended Restaurants

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Dreamland BBQ Southside

1427 14th Ave S
Birmingham, Alabama 35205
AL
https://dreamlandbbq.com/locations/birmingham-southside/

Nearby University: University of Alabama at Birmingham

Approximate distance from University of Alabama at Birmingham: Less than 5 miles


Description:

Located in one of the oldest neighborhoods in Birmingham, across from small park. It is an older building with hardwood floors, tables and booths. Memorabilia from earlier days. Parking lot beside the building, within walking distance of campus.

If you could only eat one item on the menu:
Rib plate and banana pudding for dessert

Menu:

What type of entrees are available:
Pork, Chicken, Vegetarian-friendly options, Ribs, Sausage

For traditional (“Southern”) barbecue restaurants: What type(s) of sauces are available?
Red/Tomato

Other:
Wheelchair / ADA accessible, No alcohol served


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