7 Restaurants In Alabama Where You’ll Be Served The Most Over-The-Top Dishes

Alabama is home to several types of restaurants, many of which are famously known for serving some of the state's most over-the-top dishes. Listed below are seven of these restaurants, and you'll want to try them all. Just don't forget your appetite!

1. El Barrio - Birmingham

El Barrio in Birmingham is known for serving several incredible dishes, including their Plantain Nachos. What makes this restaurant's nachos stand out from the rest are its plantain chips. These nachos are so delicious that they were recently named the

best in Alabama.

2. Top O' the River - Gadsden

Gadsden's Top O' the River is quite famous for its fried catfish. One of its most popular dishes, which includes this Southern favorite and more, is the restaurant's "Largest Seafood Platter in The World." This platter consists of golden fried catfish fillets, fried gulf shrimp, creole boiled shrimp, imitation crab meat, popcorn shrimp, fries or baked potato, and hushpuppies.

3. Pazzo! Big Slice Pizza - Hoover

Pazzo! Big Slice Pizza in Hoover is famous for its 38", over-the-top pizza, which is bigger than the table. That's right. It's huge! This authentic New York-style pizza is available in a variety of premium flavors or it can be customized.

4. Niffer's Place - Opelika

For a mouthwatering burger, you'll want to visit Niffer's Place in Opelika. This small town restaurant is best known for its massive Niffersaurus Burgers, which will certainly satisfy your appetite.

5. Gulf Shores Steamer - Orange Beach

Gulf Shores Steamer, which is located at SanRoc Cay Marina in Orange Beach, is one of America's best seafood restaurants. It offers a variety of fresh steamed seafood, including its famous Gettin Steamed Platters. These platters include shrimp, crab legs, oysters, and mussels. They also come in three sizes, including the Ocean Steamer, which is large enough to feed six people.

6. Al's Deli & Grill - Birmingham

Al's Deli & Grill is one of Birmingham's hidden gems. Even though this local restaurant serves a variety of food, it's their giant stuffed potatoes that continue to be a crowd pleaser. These can be stuffed with a variety of meats, cheeses, and other toppings.

7. Mr. Coffee Bean - Dothan

If you have a love for cinnamon rolls, a visit to Mr. Coffee Bean in Dothan is an absolute must! This coffee shop sells a variety of sweet treats, including a two pound cinnamon roll. It's available with or without pecans and worth every sweet bite.

Have you ever tried any of these over-the-top dishes? If so, please share your thoughts with us in the comments below. Also, share with us your favorite over-the-top dish that's served right here in Alabama.

For more information about Pazzo! Big Slice Pizza, be sure to take a look at the following article: The Pizza At This Delicious Alabama Eatery Is Bigger Than The Table.