Hours

Monday	11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Tuesday	11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Wednesday	11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Thursday	11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Friday	11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Saturday	9:00 AM - 2:00 PM, 5:00 - 9:00 PM
Sunday	9:00 AM - 2:00 PM, 5:00 - 9:00 PM

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Reviews

• Kevan Leveille
  ★ 4

  Had a wonderful breakfast at The Essential. We did not have a reservation Sunday morning so we had to wait a few minutes but they were kind and quickly able to find accommodation for my girlfriend and I.
  
  EXCEPTIONAL cappuccino. Made very very well. Delicious fresh orange juice. The eggs Benedict and hash were also very tasty.
  
  The table service was good.
  
  The atmosphere was nice as well with a dining room and bar. Whenever I am in a place like this that does everything so well, my only additional question is how could they improve? Having been through a lot of cafés in Europe, The Essential would be an excellent test bed for a more “European” dining experience. Bring more tables in, seat people closer together, explore a more communal style of dining - especially if the food is bringing so many people in. But alas - this is Birmingham, AL🤣

• Smith Sherrer
  ★ 5

  Just ate here for the first time this week and loved it so much I took my husband back three days later! The pastas are incredible! The sourdough OMG! The 5 grain salad wow! Simple yet delish! Wonderful service! Parking can be tough so go early if you can.

• Bethany
  ★ 4

  We got seated really fast even though it was busy for brunch. I had the pancakes and they’re amazing. The coffee is really good too. Also the tea they atmosphere and decor are very cute and welcoming. It gets very loud in here. Our seating was more communal style, where you sit with others at a very large table overall, the breakfast was fantastic and I would definitely visit again.

• Luvonia Alexander
  ★ 5

  This is a great place to have brunch with friends, brunch date with your significant other or even a business brunch date. It works for any type of brunch date. It’s a beautiful spot, great service and great food! The pancakes are phenomenally, the breakfast hash was delicious and the banana bread with the walnut butter is delicious! My bestie and I had a great experience and is now one of our new favorite brunch spots in the city!

• Aixa J Alfaro
  ★ 5

  Aesthetically, beautiful. The sourdough bread 1000/10, the entrees were nothing short of amazing! Katie, our table concierge, was very attentive and pleasant. Our experience was top quality all around and would absolutely recommend when you are in the Birmingham area!