Highlands Bar and Grill
Birmingham, Alabama
Why stop here: Highlands Bar and Grill is a $$$$ fine dining pick in Birmingham. Order Stone-ground baked grits.
Frank Stitt's James Beard Outstanding Restaurant winner is the crown jewel of Southern fine dining with French-Provencal soul.
Stone-ground baked grits
At Highlands Bar and Grill, Roamward highlights Stone-ground baked grits because it gives travelers a clear first order instead of leaving the meal to guesswork. Use it as the anchor, then check the current menu before you go.
Updated July 2026. Restaurant hours, menus, and reservation policies change — confirm before you go.
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