{"id":77928,"date":"2026-11-05T02:40:22","date_gmt":"2026-11-05T02:40:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.diningandcooking.com\/us\/77928\/"},"modified":"2026-11-05T02:40:22","modified_gmt":"2026-11-05T02:40:22","slug":"11-quirky-and-themed-alabama-restaurants-you-shouldnt-miss","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.diningandcooking.com\/us\/77928\/","title":{"rendered":"11 quirky and themed Alabama restaurants you shouldn\u2019t miss"},"content":{"rendered":"

Would you eat Po\u2019 Boys with a legendary werewolf-like creature from the Louisiana swamps, or would you rather sit on the beach watching the sun set as you dine? Alabama has all kinds of unique eateries that add an entertaining atmosphere to the dining experience.<\/p>\n

In past lists, we\u2019ve mentioned fun places like the Rattlesnake Saloon, built inside a cave, and the train-themed Derailed Diner, as well as Madison Station where you can eat inside an old jail. Click here to see a previous list. Before going, always be sure to check for changes in restaurant hours and situations during coronavirus restrictions.<\/p>\n

NOTE: This is not a full list of themed restaurants in Alabama. If you\u2019d like to submit ideas for future lists, email kkazek@al.com.<\/p>\n

Supper Heroes<\/p>\n

1812 Winchester Road NE, Huntsville, AL<\/p>\n

256-929-1977<\/p>\n

\"SupperSupper Heroes in Huntsville, AL, is a comic-themed eatery. (Courtesy of Supper Heroes)<\/p>\n

This family-style restaurant has a superhero theme \u2013 from collectibles along the walls to comic-book lined tables to a menu modeled after a comic book. It also has a fun and varied kids\u2019 menu. Click here for information.<\/p>\n

\"SupperFunnel cake nachos at Supper Heroes. (Courtesy of Supper Heroes)<\/p>\n

Bullpen Steakhouse<\/p>\n

244 School St., Oakman, AL<\/p>\n

205-622-3999<\/p>\n

\"BullpenBullpen Steakhouse in Oakman is a rustic, eclectic eatery next door to a Western town setting. (Kelly Kazek | kkazek@al.com)<\/p>\n

The steakhouse, owned by Charles Richard \u201cBull\u201d Corry, is not an ordinary restaurant. Its d\u00e9cor is like Cracker Barrel\u2019s on steroids and it includes a homey barbecue drive-thru, as well. And then there\u2019s the town Corry built next door. Events and concerts are held at the Western-themed town, which also serves as home to some miniature horses. Click here to read more.<\/p>\n

\"BullpenBullpen Steakhouse in Oakman is a rustic, eclectic eatery next door to a Western town setting. (Kelly Kazek | kkazek@al.com)<\/p>\n

Cahoots Caf\u00e9<\/p>\n

117 Main St. W., Hartselle, AL<\/p>\n

256-751-4723<\/p>\n

\"CahootsCahoots Cafe in downtown Hartselle, Alabama. (Bob Gathany\/bgathany@al.com)AL.com<\/p>\n

The interior of this caf\u00e9 in quaint downtown Hartselle is part dining room and part vintage collection\/antique shop. The caf\u00e9, open for lunch only, has about 40 tables or booths tucked in amongst \u201cvintage signs, lamps, retro shoes, 50s prom dresses, old photographs, old doors and much, much more,\u201d a previous story on AL.com says. Click here to read more.<\/p>\n

\"CahootsInside Cahoots Cafe in downtown Hartselle, Alabama. (Bob Gathany\/bgathany@al.com)AL.com<\/p>\n

Mossy Grove Schoolhouse<\/p>\n

1841 Alabama Highway 87, Troy<\/p>\n

334-566-4921<\/p>\n

\"MossyThis 1856 building was originally a school and is now a restaurant in Troy serving traditional comfort foods. (Courtesy of Mossy Grove Schoolhouse)<\/p>\n

This simple building was used as a schoolhouse from 1856-1920 and was later used as a community center and various purposes. It is now a restaurant known for its farm-raised fried catfish and comfort foods. Currently open from 5-9 p.m., Thursdays-Saturdays. Learn more here.<\/p>\n

The Duchess and Little London Kitchen<\/p>\n

162 Oxmoor Road, Birmingham, AL<\/p>\n

205-249-1937<\/p>\n

\"LittleLittle London Kitchen is the brick-and-mortar Homewood location of the Birmingham food truck housed in a double-decker bus known as the Duchess. Both serve, of course, traditional British foods. (Photo by Red Clay Media)<\/p>\n

After starting a successful food-truck business in Birmingham inside a 1968 Leyland double-decker bus known as the Duchess, owners Bea and Matthew Morrissette opened a pub called Little London Kitchen in Homewood in 2019.<\/p>\n

The 30-foot-long and 14-foot-tall bus and its brick-and-mortar counterpart are designed with British d\u00e9cor and serve British comfort foods. Check for updated dining hours here.<\/p>\n

Click here to read more.<\/p>\n

The Gulf<\/p>\n

27500 Perdido Beach Boulevard, Orange Beach, AL<\/p>\n

251-424-1800<\/p>\n

\"TheThe Gulf in Orange Beach, AL, is a restaurant and bar built in scattered shipping containers. Many of the dining tables are directly on the white-sand beach beyond. There is also a gift shop. (Kelly Kazek | kkazek@al.com)<\/p>\n

This really cool spot is created with shipping containers and, basically, a large expanse of sand. You can eat at a shipping container bar or out on the beach at The Gulf. The website says it\u2019s \u201ca seaside hideaway that exemplifies the casual chic atmosphere that draws people from around the globe each year. We offer fresh seafood fare throughout the year at two beachside locations. The beautiful waterfront setting make The Gulf more than a restaurant \u2013 it\u2019s an experience that you\u2019ll want to revisit time and time again.\u201d<\/p>\n

\"TheDining on the beach at The Gulf in Orange Beach. (Kelly Kazek | kkazek@al.com)<\/p>\n

Freight House<\/p>\n

200 Railroad St. SW., Hartselle, AL<\/p>\n

256-773-4600<\/p>\n

\"FreightThe Freight House is located inside a historic railway warehouse in Hartselle, AL. (Photo by Wil Elrick)<\/p>\n

The Freight House Restaurant is located inside a historic freight terminal along the Louisville & Nashville Railroad. The restored building was transformed into a fine-dining eatery, bakery and event venue. Click here for more.<\/p>\n

\"FreightThe Freight House is located inside a historic railway warehouse in Hartselle, AL. (Photo by Wil Elrick)<\/p>\n

Huggin\u2019 Molly\u2019s Abbeville<\/p>\n

129 Kirkland Street, Abbeville, AL<\/p>\n

334-585-7000<\/p>\n

\"Huggin'Huggin’ Molly’s is a theme restaurant in Abbeville, AL., based on a legendary witch. (Photo by Wil Elrick)<\/p>\n

For mothers wanting their children to hurry home at dark, the legend of the witch-like Huggin\u2019 Molly was a helper. For children, she was downright frightening. The legend of Huggin\u2019 Molly is unique to the Alabama town of Abbeville, and though its origins are unclear, it was a story passed down through generations. Jimmy Rane, founder of Great Southern Wood Preserving, known to most for its product YellaWood, is an Abbeville native who opened a restaurant named for the legend. The family style eatery, filled with vintage signs, movie posters and collectibles, and an old-fashioned soda fountain offering ice cream and malts.<\/p>\n

\"Huggin'Inside Huggin’ Molly’s, a theme restaurant in Abbeville, AL., based on a legendary witch. (Photo by Wil Elrick)<\/p>\n

Rougaroux<\/p>\n

817 39th St. S., Birmingham, AL<\/p>\n

205-518-6677<\/p>\n

\"Rougaroux\"Rougaroux Cafe serves Po’ Boys and other traditional Cajun foods inside a small shack in Birmingham. It is named for a legendary Louisiana swamp monster and the figure of the monster greets guests at the door. (Courtesy of Rougaroux)<\/p>\n

The Rougaroux is a small caf\u00e9 named for a legendary Louisiana swamp creature. NOLAweekend.com says \u201cThe Rougarou is a beastly, werewolf or dog-like creature existing in the rich Cajun folklore along the swamps and bayous of Southeast Louisiana.\u201d<\/p>\n

The Rougaroux restaturant has its very own \u201cRougaroux\u201d figure on the porch to greet visitors. Inside, the eatery brings \u201cauthentic New Orleans Po\u2019Boys to Birmingham \u2026 serving our community with the best Cajun food outside of NOLA,\u201d the restaurant\u2019s Facebook page says.<\/p>\n

\"Rougaroux\"The Rougarou swamp monster at Rougaroux Cafe. (Courtesy of Rougaroux)<\/p>\n

Stacey\u2019s Old Tyme Soda Fountain<\/p>\n

121 W. Laurel Ave., Foley, AL<\/p>\n

251-943-4254<\/p>\n

\"Stacey'sStacey’s Old Tyme Soda Fountain in Foley is as close as you can come to the original soda fountain experience. (Courtesy of Stacey’s Old Tyme Soda Fountain)<\/p>\n

The historic building of the Stacey Rexall in Foley now houses a soda fountain as close to an original as you can get. Take a step back in time and enjoy ice cream and deli foods. Learn more here.<\/p>\n

The Garage <\/p>\n

2304 10th Terrace S., Birmingham, AL<\/p>\n

205-322-3220<\/p>\n

\"TheThe courtyard at The Garage in Birmingham, AL. (Courtesy of The Garage)<\/p>\n

The Garage is renowned for its fun atmosphere and the eclectic courtyard filled with all kinds of unique items. The caf\u00e9 and bar is built inside an \u201carchitectural salvage shop courtyard,\u201d its Facebook page says. It has received many accolades, such as being named by GQ magazine as one of \u201c10 Bars Worth Flying For\u201d and Southern Living\u2019s and Garden & Gun\u2019s lists of Best Bars in the South.<\/p>\n

\"TheA sandwich at The Garage in Birmingham, AL. (Courtesy of The Garage)<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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