Archive of Hot Spot

Quattro Cucina Italiano

Birmingham’s newest destination restaurant — in the stunningly reworked space that formerly housed City Cellar — is a striking contrast to its predecessor with its expanses of glass, light colors, and decorative elements recalling ancient Rome.

Iridescence

You might think that after less than two years in existence, this high-rise destination would not have needed a revision.

Inyo Restaurant Lounge

Named for the Japanese symbol that represents the universe as a circle enclosing negative and positive elements, and emphasizing the fare of Japan, this handsome new spot also offers touches of China, Korea, and Vietnam on its extensive menu.

Brasserie Zinc

What is it about this place that makes it perennially popular season after season? Part of the answer is its consistency.

Bourbon Steak Bar Burgers

Michael Mina’s top-rated steakhouse inside the MGM Grand Detroit has added an appealing bar-only menu — and it’s a hit.

By Molly Abraham

Café Via

Birmingham’s new destination restaurant has the feeling of a small European inn, with its wood-lavished 65-seat interior and canopied courtyard patio that includes a fireplace.

ROAST

Celebrity Chef Michael Symon’s signature restaurant on the street level of the Westin Book Cadillac is a terrific addition to downtown’s dining options

Angelina Italian Bistro

Downtown’s Madison Theatre was a destination for many years, and now the building is active again with the opening of a contemporary Italian restaurant.

Toast Birmingham

Spinning off the success of their Ferndale original, husband-and-wife proprietors Thom and Regan Bloom have taken the next step.

Table 5

An attractive contemporary décor that respects the brick-walled 118-year-old building.