The Essential ★ 4.4
The Essential on Morris Avenue downtown Birmingham is Kristen Hall and Victor King's 2018 neighborhood cafe and bar in the Mercantile on Morris.
Signature: Seasonal vegetable plate, House sourdough, Brunch egg sandwich
What to order at El Barrio
- Signature dishes
- Spicy chicken tostada, Mole de pollo, Chunky guacamole
CuisineModern Mexican
Price$$$
Neighborhooddowntown
HoursMon-Sat 11:00-21:00; closed Sun
Phone+1 205 868 3737
Signature dishes: Spicy chicken tostada, Mole de pollo, Chunky guacamole
Location
Address: 2211 2nd Avenue North, Birmingham, AL 35203
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