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Tallulah Wine Bar & Bistro Birmingham Reviews
Very accommodating after my expressed concern about an
Very accommodating after my expressed concern about an overdriven subwoofer in the bar (music level was at appropriate background volume). Reseated us elsewhere and had outstanding service and a wonderful meal.
Stopped by for a cocktail and dessert after having dinner
Stopped by for a cocktail and dessert after having dinner elsewhere. We wish we had dinner here instead of the other place we went. Espresso martini was delicious and the lemon cake was unbelievable. Our bartender was great and we more than enjoyed her recommendation for dessert. We will definitely be back.
Headed to Tallulah for a business dinner while in
Headed to Tallulah for a business dinner while in Birmingham. The weather was a perfect summer evening so we sat on the patio. Food was absolutely delicious. We ordered a few dishes to share with the table. Brought our own two bottles of wine and the waiter was gracious enough to only charge us for one $35 corkage fee. Definitely adding this to my list to visit when I return
What a fantastic Happy Hour menu! I was in the area and met
What a fantastic Happy Hour menu! I was in the area and met up with a friend! We had a great time at the bar ordering a few items off the Happy Hour menu. Great selection of food, drink and always the best staff!
Highly recommend for a date or ladies night! The steak was
Highly recommend for a date or ladies night! The steak was amazing; my husband is an excellent cook and grills the perfect steaks, so we often don't order steaks out because they are never as good and 3x as expensive - but this steak was phenomenal and so worth it. The mushroom ravioli with truffle goat cheese and truffle oil was fantastic as well. I think my favorite may have been the burrata salad! We were happy with everything we ordered. I also highly recommend the Sancerre! A delicious wine (although if you don't want to spend $20/glass do yourself a favor and grab a bottle from Total Wine!). We sat outside and had fantastic service, we loved our server and she gave us great recommendations and insights. It was a beautiful evening and a great way to end the week!
We had a yummy meal where we bought a bunch of plates and
We had a yummy meal where we bought a bunch of plates and shared it all! Our server was attentive and brought both still and sparkling water which was a nice touch. We sat outdoors so I can't speak on the interior of the restaurant but the patio was perfect for us to enjoy the great weather! Like I said in the photo, I am still DREAMING of the burrata salad. It was creamy and flavorful and just perfect! I wanted to take an order to go and just might have if I wasn't so full lol. Definitely a must-try!! There are so many delicious options on the menu and from the looks of it, it's a rotating seasonal menu which means the ingredients are fresh and delicious! I'd go back again if I'm even in Birmingham, Michigan again. I'd probably drive an hour or two for the burrata salad alone haha. Seriously though. Get the burrata.
Enjoyed some delicious food with some friends.
The service was great, our server was on top of things, super knowledgeable, and funny. The main room isn't too large, but it had a cool vibe, they also extended across the hall to a larger room, I'd be interested is scoping that side out next time I go. Overall great experience. We were also there late, and nobody rushed us to leave, which was nice!
This was my first experience here (3/13/24 at around 7ish) .
My friend and I came for drinks and some apps after dinner to celebrate my birthday. We pass by all the time and thought it would be a nice experience...but it was not. We asked to sit at the bar as to not take up a table, and the bartender (Shelby?) made our experience uncomfortable. There was no greeting, she seemed irritated and it showed. My friend wasn't sure if she wanted to drink more since she was driving and we asked if she had any mocktails, she looked visibly annoyed and quickly said "you have to be 21 to sit at the bar"...I am 32 and my friend is 27. It was a strange jump and we felt so unwelcome. We showed her our IDs and carried on but she never brought the wine list that she offered and I agreed to see. I had to ask her again for it and remember, we had just had dinner so we were thinking of a night cap or dessert... so I ordered a dessert wine and her first statement was "that's a dessert wine" and just stared at me. It was awkward and there was a silence. She just seemed to treat us like we didn't know anything, that we were stupid. It was so weird. I nodded and then she said "it's a smaller pour..." and I knew that since dessert wines are usually 2 oz, and a standard glass is around 6 oz but at that point I was irritated. My friend decided to get a drink and I just got what she got. My friend agreed that these interactions seemed almost hostile and we were both uncomfortable. We ordered 3 sides and ate quickly because we just wanted to leave. It took us off guard the way the bartender treated us. Not to mention the food runner bringing us our side of fries and patting me on the back saying "ah you like your fries huh? Second plate" like what the hell? I'm not sorry to leave this review because why is it so hard to have kind professional service? Don't judge people, don't assume they're stupid, and don't touch guests and comment on their orders. It was really disappointing. Especially for Birmingham. Some advice- 1. learn how to talk to your guests. She could have said "sometimes we just need a mocktail, but I do need to see your ID because you ladies look youthful" instead of back handedly "you need to be 21 to sit here" like wtf. 2. And if there are guests under 21 say "I wish I could serve you here but 21 is the age minimum for the bar top. We can grab you a table tho" 3. If you want to be proactive and make sure a guest understands a pour, (not sure why you would assume they didn't understand what they're ordering unless you're judging them) but you can say "awesome so a (insert oz here) pour for you and a (insert oz here) pour for you. Or she could have just not said anything since I didn't ask and she could have just served it normally. 4. Do not touch the guests. Seriously? Do I need to explain that? The bartender was just rude. She treated us with annoyance attitude. Idk what her problem was but that needs to be addressed. The food runners/staff shouldn't touch the guests. It was a disappointing and unfortunately uncomfortable experience.
Overall, my husband and I enjoyed our experience! We sat
Overall, my husband and I enjoyed our experience! We sat at the bar for happy hour - food was delicious, the service was quick and we were well taken care of. I liked the bar ambiance better than the rest of the restaurant (I'm not a tablecloth kind of taste), but it was a nice dining environment.
We had a 7:30 reservation on a Thursday night.
I had the Tallulah sour which was very delicious and strong. We both ordered the scallops special and it was out in what felt like five minutes of when we ordered which I felt was extremely fast. We ended up ordering a dessert because the meal came out so quickly. I was with a friend, but based on the speed of bringing out our entree after we only had one sip of our drinks I am not sure if this would be a good date night experience.
I made my reservation through Opentable and put notes that
I made my reservation through Opentable and put notes that I wanted to sit somewhere quieter for a work social meeting. (Needed to talk about a wedding project I was working on). ANNNNNDDDD They sat me right next to the kitchen, closest to the bar. Granted the restaurant was a full house on a Wednesday evening so it was loud. Even if I didn't have planning in mind, I felt like I had to shout just to talk. Irritating at first, but a bottle of wine in, I became more lax. When I choose restaurants like Tallulah, I go because I know they will have good food which means a great experience. But I really and truly didn't appreciate my waiter stopping by my table to let his presence known as often as he did. His hand was waving all around my face when he was describing the specials and wine. Each time he stopped by, he overstayed after interrupting. This was even AFTER I personally said I was here to meet with my clients for the first time. I would love for Tallulah to change up how they announce the specials. I like to read the specials to think about how the flavor profiles would work and see what kind of wine I would like to pair my food with. Hearing a waiter shout through the chaos, not understanding how much things cost without repetition seems to take the class out of the experience. I also had to bring up my plates to the SA because the plates were overcrowded and the dining pace was removed from the equation. Overall the food was great. MY GOD was the scallops deliciously prepared. But the service? The service needed help on all accounts. From the host reading the reservation notes, to the waiter learning how to read the table to the SA/waiter/EXPO seeing how guests react after their entrees are delivered. I will be back again for the food on perhaps a more social setting but the FOH logistics needs some work for reservations similar to mine.
I attempted to eat at Tallulah Wine & Bistro but
I attempted to eat at Tallulah Wine & Bistro but unfortunately my party of 3 could not be accommodated by the hostess. I was informed that it was booked with reservations. I pointed out 3 open tables and the hostess said to me that they are reserved for reservations that would be coming. Honestly we didn't have a reservation but apparently that only made a difference for us as another party of 2, that arrived shortly after could be accommodated without a reservation. It was during the seating of that party after I spoke up did any staff member attempt to try to accommodate us. I was absolutely offended at the audacity of the staff. This is not an establishment that I would recommend. I'll let you guess as to the amount of melanin in my party. Compared to the other party that lacked any visible signs of melanin. Is that why we couldn't be accommodated? They were seated and served expeditiously without a reservation.
Four years later and still a five star experience.
Food was complete perfection. I even forgive the freezing air conditioning. Why did I wait so long to return?
Good food and prompt, courteous service! We especially
Good food and prompt, courteous service! We especially enjoyed the Mushroom Appetizer that was a special that evening!
Service was average at best.
My friend ordered a glass of white wine and asked for a glass of ice separate with it. Our waiter did not bring it initially when he brought our drinks so she politely asked again. He clearly ignored it or forgot and waited on other tables. He then comes back to tell us about the specials for the evening and she is reaching in her water glass right in front of him and he doesn't say or do anything. At the end of his speech she asks again for a glass of ice. Again he doesn't bring anything. Finally, we call attention to someone else and of course that is when our waiter realizes his mistake and brings her ice. OK, way too late. We had the tomato, arugula, feta appetizer which was just OK. As was everything honestly. The steak we ordered as medium came out well done. The chicken had no flavor. And the pasta was layered in cheese. Unfortunately this is another Birmingham restaurant that gets by with their reputation and ambiance. You can find better food and service.
One of the best restaurants in downtown Birmingham.
Food never disappoints. I like the window tables.
I've been a fan for a long time for the good cuisine,
I've been a fan for a long time for the good cuisine, professional service, decor, cleanliness but I must call them out for the $30 raw oyster appetizer. They were literally nickel size bites (not an exaggeration) when oysters are always a mouthful. Even this far away from the ocean that was bad.
First Time
Two for dinner with a reservation. Great booth to celebrate a birthday and had superb service. The place is busy and it appeared full of regulars. It has an outdoor patio if desired. Food was very good with the Branzino an red snapper as stand outs. Pricey, but worth it. Will definitely return.
Aspirational ambiance and gimmicky use of ipads as menus.
Food is just fine, uninspired, and overpriced. Perhaps perfect for the cosseted insularity of Birmingham.
Nestled in the heart of Birmingham, Michigan, Tallulah Wine
Nestled in the heart of Birmingham, Michigan, Tallulah Wine Bar & Bistro is a haven for gastronomes and wine lovers. With its chic and inviting decor, it's no wonder that it's ranked among the top restaurants in the country, including the Top 100 Best Restaurants in USA/Opentable & Forbes 2019, HOUR Detroit 2022, and Top 3 Best Restaurants in Oakland County. Highly recommended by a colleague, my husband and I finally made it there, and we were not disappointed. As we arrived early for our reservation, we were still promptly seated by the friendly staff, who made us feel welcome from the outset. The interior décor was a perfect balance of rustic and chic, with natural lighting that created an ambiance that was both welcoming and sophisticated.Our waiter Scott was a standout, with his impressive knowledge of the menu and ability to make recommendations based on our personal preferences. As he went over the cocktail menu, he recommended their Espresso Martini, which I couldn't resist. As an Espresso Martini aficionado, I know the good ones from the "meh" ones, and I can confidently say that Tallulah's version with tequila was a game changer. The tequila perfectly complemented the essence of the espresso, resulting in a beautifully balanced and flavorful drink.For appetizers, we ordered the Fetta Frito and Nueske's Bacon. The Fetta Frito was elegantly packaged in filo dough, topped with a tomato jam and green olive mousse, and bursting with flavor. The Nueske's Bacon was a showstopper. The thick applewood-smoked bacon was topped with a flavorful escabeche of pickled vegetables, adding a nice acidic contrast to the rich bacon.For my main course, I had the Prawn Mushroom Risotto. It was a perfectly balanced dish with arborio rice, mushroom, truffle goat cheese, and chili prawns. The truffle flavor was not overpowering. The creamy arborio rice was cooked al dente, and the truffle goat cheese added a nutty, earthy flavor that complemented the chili prawns.For dessert, we decided to share the Tiramisu. It was presented in a stemless wine glass, with layers of ladyfingers, bailey espresso, mascarpone, vanilla crumble, and cocoa powder. The presentation was elegant and the flavors were perfectly balanced, with the bitterness of the espresso and cocoa powder cutting through the richness of the mascarpone.The entirety of their staff is sensational. From Scott's extensive knowledge of the menu to Mario Camaj's managing prowess, and Christian's attentive service, everyone was top-notch.Overall, Tallulah Wine Bar & Bistro exceeded our expectations with its impeccable service, exceptional food, and inviting ambiance. It's a definite must-visit for any food lover who appreciates a great dining experience.
The Branzino was fantastic!Pumpkin soup was delicious.
Sweet, almost like dessert.Kale salad had a nice combination of ingredients.Shrimp nice and tenderAndrew our bartender/waiter took great care of us!
Love the food and energy! Food was pretty tasty and Drinks
Love the food and energy! Food was pretty tasty and Drinks are super strong too. Would recommend making a res as its busy on weekends
The food was good, but for the amount being charged, it
The food was good, but for the amount being charged, it would be nice if you served some bread. Especially when soup is ordered. The portions are small and not very filling. when you're paying that much money you should not leave hungry!
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