El Barrio Downtown sits on 2nd Avenue North in Birmingham's Central City, part of a two-location operation that also runs a spot in Homewood. The kitchen works in multi-regional Mexican-inspired cuisine, drawing on seasonally sourced produce, Gulf seafood, and humanely farm-raised meats.
Regulars describe consistent food quality and seasoning, strong margaritas and cocktails, and service and atmosphere that bring people back. Bham Now named El Barrio to its Best of 2026 list.
Regulars describe consistent food quality and seasoning, strong margaritas and cocktails, and service and atmosphere that bring people back. Bham Now named El Barrio to its Best of 2026 list.