Helen ★ 4.7
Helen on 2nd Avenue North downtown Birmingham runs Rob McDaniel's hardwood-coal Southern grill, Michelin Recommended since 2025 and a Beard semifinalist.
Signature: Hardwood-grilled steak, Smoked oysters, Wood-fired vegetables
What to order at Automatic Seafood and Oysters
- Signature dishes
- Gulf oysters, Whole fried fish, Shrimp and grits
CuisineLowcountry
Price$$$$
Neighborhoodlakeview
HoursMon-Thu 17:00-21:00; Fri 11:00-13:30, 17:00-22:00; Sat 10:00-14:00, 17:00-22:00; Sun 10:00-14:00, 17:00-21:00
Phone+1 205 580 1600
Signature dishes: Gulf oysters, Whole fried fish, Shrimp and grits
Location
Address: 2824 5th Avenue South, Birmingham, AL 35233
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