Capitol Oyster Bar at the Marina
Cool Beans at the Cafe d’ Art
Cantina Tortilla Grill
A long-time local favorite, the Capitol Oyster Bar recently moved to its new digs at The Marina bringing together delicious seafood, a come-as-you-are laidback atmosphere and some great live music all on a bluff overlooking the Alabama River. Fresh catches from the Gulf of Mexico are grilled, sautéed, and of course, fried. The restaurant’s signature dish is the thick, rich gumbo, slow cooked with okra, peppers, tomatoes and filled with shrimp, crawfish tails, crab and sausage all served over fluffy rice. According to owner Lewis Mashburn, “It’s not too spicy, but it’s got a little kick.” Downtown
With a sophisticated atmosphere in the heart of downtown, Cool Beans is the spot for a perfect cup of coffee and delicious food. Menu items boast exotic, international flavors, and everything is homemade using locally grown, organic produce whenever possible. All coffees are Fair Trade Organic and artisan roasted. This restaurant’s signature dish is its wide array of daily specials, which range from Moroccan Chicken and African Spicy Shrimp all the way around the globe for the El Cubano, a great pork loin sandwich. Lobster Bisque is a Thursday ritual, and there’s the Friday Breakfast Club, too. You’ll always find food to feed your body, music and art to feed your soul. Downtown
A warm welcome and award-winning, fresh Mexican food await visitors to this eclectic restaurant located in The Alley downtown. Crunchy chips, flavorful salsa and guacamole are all made daily for the best possible taste. the Cantina celebrates street food from around the world, so while the dishes have Mexican and Latin influences, they go far beyond what you’d find at a typical Mexican restaurant. Be sure to try their signature item, the Shrimp Quesadilla. It’s amazingly satisfying and full of flavor. Whatever you eat, enjoy it on the outdoor patio and wash it down with a tangy margarita. Downtown
334-239-8958 • www.capitoloysterbar.com
334-262-2339 • www.cantinatortillagrill.com
334-269-3302
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