These 8 Restaurants Serve The Best Fried Green Tomatoes In Alabama

Whenever you hear "fried green tomatoes," the first thing that probably comes to mind is the 1991 hit movie of the same name. But fried green tomatoes in Alabama are more than just a movie. It's a delicious side dish that's served at most Southern-style restaurants. Wondering where to get fried green tomatoes in Alabama? Listed below are several restaurants that serve some of the best:

1. Irondale Cafe - Irondale

Irondale Cafe was established in 1928 and is a popular cafeteria-style restaurant. It was the inspiration for the Whistle Stop Cafe in Fannie Flagg's novel "Fried Green Tomatoes at the Whistle Stop Cafe," which later became the hit movie "Fried Green Tomatoes." People come from all over to try the fried green tomatoes in Alabama here. Learn more about Irondale Cafe.

2. Cypress Inn - Tuscaloosa

Editor's note: Unfortunately, this site is permanently closed. Cypress Inn is a locally owned and operated restaurant that offers a great view of the Black Warrior River. It's famous for its delicious seafood, juicy steaks, smoked chicken, and, of course, its fried green tomatoes. Get more details on the Cypress Inn and other restaurants with a view in Alabama.

3. Lulu's - Gulf Shores

Another great fried green tomatoes restaurant is Lulu's in Gulf Shores. Grab a seat by the water and dine on some delectable coastal cuisine! Learn more about what Lulu's is all about.

4. Saw's Soul Kitchen - Birmingham

Saw's Soul Kitchen is a true hidden gem. This unassuming restaurant serves a variety of Southern dishes, including its flavorful fried green tomatoes - a customer favorite. In fact, this restaurant is one of the best places to find fried green tomatoes in Birmingham, Alabama. Read further on about Saw's Soul Kitchen.

5. Walton's Southern Table - Huntsville

Walton's Southern Table is a popular "meat and three" restaurant that serves all of your favorite Southern classics. It is also an excellent fried green tomatoes restaurant. Head to the website for Waltons Southern Table for the most up-to-date information.

6. Fried Green Tomato's - Hoover

Fried Green Tomato's, a Southern "meat and three" restaurant, is a definite must-stop whenever you're driving through Hoover. It is easy to tell that they are known for fried green tomatoes in Alabama; try them with remoulade sauce. Learn more about Fried Green Tomato's at its website.

7. Zack's Family Restaurant - Dothan & Slocomb

Editor's note: Unfortunately, this site is temporarily closed. Zack's Family Restaurant serves up some of the best Southern-style food in Alabama. One of its most popular dishes is its fried green tomatoes. In fact, the fried green tomatoes at Zack's Family Restaurant are so good that they were included on the list "100 Dishes To Eat In Alabama Before You Die." You can visit Zack's Family Restaurant in Dothan, Alabama at 1495 Headland Ave., and in Slocomb, Alabama at 160 East Slocomb St. Its hours are as follows: (Dothan location) Monday-Sunday, 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.; Saturday, closed. (Slocomb location) Monday-Sunday, 10:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.; Saturday, closed.

8. Niki's West Steak & Seafood Restaurant - Birmingham

Niki's West Steak & Seafood Restaurant is a cafeteria-style restaurant that's been in business since 1957. This iconic restaurant serves a variety of Southern classics, including some of the best fried green tomatoes in Alabama. Find out more about Niki's West Steak & Seafood Restaurant.

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