Diners' Choice: Neighborhood gem restaurants in Mobile

OpenTable

Updated January 05, 2025

Looking for the best restaurants that are the best neighborhood gems in Mobile? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Plane & Level Coastal

4.9

4.9 (198)

$31 to $50

Italian

Fairhope

About the restaurant

Welcome to Plane & Level Coastal, a culinary gem located in the heart of Fairhope, AL. This is the second establishment of the Plane & Level brand, with its original location in the landmark town of Old Town Spring, Texas. Led by the acclaimed Culinary Director Chef Orlando Amaro , our restaurant brings a unique coastal dining experience to the Gulf Coast.

We invite you to savor the delightful fusion of flavors in our Italian inspired menu, showcasing the finest ingredients and Chef Amaro's culinary creativity. Our menu boasts selections such as artisanal in house handmade pastas, tempting antipasti, and Prosciutto di Parma, each carefully crafted to take your taste buds on an extraordinary journey.

Whether you're in search of a romantic evening, a special dinner celebration, or a place to unwind after a long day, Plane & Level Coastal offers the perfect atmosphere. Our cozy ambiance invites you to relax and relish every moment.

Top review

Jenny

Dined 1 day ago

Very good very professional very tasty! Love the ambiance!

The Dumbwaiter Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (1464)

$31 to $50

Contemporary Southern

Mobile

About the restaurant

Dumbwaiter is reminiscent of the nostalgic southern charm for which the city of Mobile is so well known. While quirky and quaint, this vital kitchen tool serves as an example of early restaurant innovation . Likewise, our restaurant integrates modern technology with the charm of yesteryear to provide a first class dining experience. The Dumbwaiter represents our commitment to carrying on the tradition of excellence from the kitchen, to the server, to your table.

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William

Dined 7 days ago

Great food and great service. I will definitely return.

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4.8

4.8 (1190)

$30 and under

Southern

Mobile

About the restaurant

The Noble South Restaurant - Southern Cuisine - Farm to Table

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KimVIP

Dined 3 days ago

Hats off to Noble South for a memorable and delicious meal! The Sun chokes with citrus started us off right; the mushroom stroganoff and bouillabaisse kept the momentum going. The grand finale - persimmon semifreddo with olive oil cake topped the charts. We always love discovering the inventive ways NS can take seasonal ingredients and create something novel and spectacular!

The Wash House

4.8

4.8 (2131)

$50 and over

American

Fairhope

About the restaurant

Thank you for your interest in The Wash House Restaurant, where you will find fine Southern coastal cuisine served in a casual atmosphere. Come and enjoy our great Southern hospitality. Semi-casual attire is accepted and reservations are recommended. Our dining room is open 7 Nights a week starting at 5:00pm.

We have the perfect area for private parties and can handle a variety of groups, clubs and events. If you are in need of catering, we are your catering resource. We will come to you for parties as big or small as you like. Whether it's a camp house, bay house, church, farm, wharf or even your house, we’ll be there. Catering for all occasions. Wherever and whenever you need us, we are there for you.

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Mark

Dined 3 days ago

Dinner was excellent. Service was excellent too. Our server Jessie was very good. Thank you, Sincerely, Mark Wright

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4.8

4.8 (488)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Mobile

About the restaurant

The Royal Scam has served locals and visitors alike since December of 2006. We hope you'll enjoy our fresh Gulf seafood, hand cut filets and other specialties.

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Jeff

Dined on Jan 5, 2025

The food was beyond outstanding, and the service was first rate. We will definitely be going back

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4.8

4.8 (284)

$31 to $50

Bistro

Mobile

About the restaurant

A French inspired Bistro located in the Fort Condé Village of downtown Mobile, serving brunch and dinner. Right across the street from the Fort Condé Inn.

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Kevin

Dined 4 days ago

First visit to Bistro, loved the experience. Ambiance was great, food and service was excellent.

Grace

4.7

4.7 (373)

$30 and under

American

Mobile

About the restaurant

Located in the heart of historic downtown Mobile, Chef Mark Strickland has prepared an outstanding seasonal menu of cuisine that encompasses our casual meets fine dining concept. Grace's beautiful main dining room seats over 100 guests open to the street for an indoor/outdoor experience. Our rooftop bar and lounge offers extra lounge seating and craft cocktails while enjoying a beautiful view of downtown Mobile for lunch, to watch the sunset, or to hang out late night with friends in a comfortable atmosphere. Whether you are upstairs or downstairs, be sure and check out Chef Mark's seasonal wontons, hand selected steaks and chops, fresh ground hamburgers, local seafood dishes, and fantastic dessert selections. Kaila, our in house pastry chef, would love to make your celebration complete with a personalized dessert with a little notice. Please contact us personally, we look forward to serving you!

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Robert

Dined 7 days ago

Grace was excellent! This was our first time dining at Grace. Food was phenomenal! Two of us had the pan roasted duck, one had the steak, and one had the scallops. French onion soup was spot-on! Wait staff were attentive, but not intrusive. Deserts were fabulous!

California Dreaming - Spanish Fort

4.6

4.6 (419)

$30 and under

American

Fairhope

About the restaurant

California Dreaming serves a mix of hearty American classics in a large family-friendly atmosphere. What sets them apart from the rest is that every dish is fresh and prepared from scratch daily, including notable favorites, like the California Dreaming Salad, Nachos and fall-off-the-bone Baby Back Ribs. Additional features: happy hour daily 4-7PM, live music every Tuesday - Thursday on our large ourdoor patio and online ordering with curbside pickup.

For parties of 8 or greater, please call (251) 626-9942.

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Sammy

Dined 4 days ago

Great service and great experience. Great food like always!

R Bistro

4.5

4.5 (80)

$31 to $50

Bistro

Fairhope

About the restaurant

Chef Misty Rider has returned to the Fairhope area with signature dishes like Crawfish Gravy and a dark roux authentic Creole Gumbo. Her recipes have won awards in the Gulf Coast area from local papers to the notorious TripAdvisors Travelers' Choice Award honoring only 10% of restaurants in the world. For two years running, R Bistro has been a spot of luxury to local and visiting epicures alike. So please join us for a relaxing, whimsical atmosphere of great service and amazing food in her quaint, yet sophisticated bistro near the Fairhope pier. We hope to see you soon!

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OpenTable Diner

Dined on Dec 24, 2024

Warm and welcoming. Terrific food and great service. We had a wonderful Christmas Eve.

Amici Trattoria, Wine Bar & Market

4.5

4.5 (24)

$31 to $50

Italian

Mobile

About the restaurant

At Amici Trattoria, Wine Bar & Market, our mission is to immerse our friends in the vibrant and authentic flavors of Italy. We are dedicated to delivering an unparalleled dining experience through our carefully crafted dishes, curated wines, and thoughtfully selected market offerings. By celebrating the rich culinary traditions of Italy and sourcing the finest local and international ingredients, we create a warm and inviting space where every meal becomes a memorable occasion. Our commitment is to provide exceptional hospitality, foster a genuine connection with our community, and honor the art of Italian cuisine in every aspect of our trattoria. Buon appetito!

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Lisa

Dined 4 days ago

Excellent food, friendly staff and relaxing atmosphere. We’re frequent diners here and we love their Tasting Tuesdays, too!

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