Babalu Tapas & Tacos
(Now Closed)Tapas Restaurant and Latin American Restaurant$$$$
Southside, Birmingham
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Vernae HogueApril 21, 2016I love Babalu! We need more locations. They could open one at The Summit. Redfish (blackened) tacos, Pollo (chicken) tacos, Creole Shrimp and Grits tapa, Filet on a Stick tapa
RichandKayla WeaverApril 6, 2017There were three of us, we each ordered something different and all tried each other's meal. Every bite so just as flavorful as the last! Highly recommend table side Guacamole!
- Vernae HogueApril 21, 2016The Pato (duck) tacos and Costillas (pork ribs) were far too sweet for me, but you may like sweet meat. They also mix awesome margarita blends and I don't even like margaritas. Enjoy.
Courtney EcholsJune 30, 2015First time going. Tried the lemonade, soup of the day and tacos of the fish variety. Very tasty. Actually got full even with the small portions.
Carissa CreekNovember 19, 2017Black bean hummus with a side of veggies!!! Baba Burger with lettuce wrap and add marinated cucumbers.
Daniel La FeirJuly 21, 2016Everything we tried here was great! Highlight was the short rib. Amazing! Baba-Rita is a must as well.
Bradford RileyApril 18, 2015The guac is made right at your table. The Baba Burger is also a must try.
Rebekah MathewsSeptember 22, 2015Table side guac is a must! Also, the sangria is the best I've had in town!
Joseph JohnsonJune 4, 2016Order the guacamole appetizer. They make it at your table and it's the best guac I've ever had!
KarenJJanuary 28, 2016Try the roast potatoes tossed in teriyaki sauce with a hint of vinegar. Simple yet delicious!
Patricia Mims BrooksApril 30, 2016Crab Cakes, Street Corn, Steak on a Stick (too small of a portion for sharing)
Mark HillOctober 3, 2018Service was horrible. Beer was Luke warm and after an hour of getting our order we enjoyed overlooking dirty dishes. Yep those are weeds under the dishes. I won't bother coming back.
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We serve authentic, gourmet tacos and Spanish style tapas with a Southern twist.
Permanently closed (Show more)
- Mon–Thu
- 11:00 AM–10:00 PM
- Fri–Sat
- 11:00 AM–11:00 PM
- Sun
- 11:00 AM–9:00 PM
(205) 297-0200
Features
Reservations
No
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Wi-Fi
Free
Outdoor Seating
Yes
Food & Drink
Menus
Lunch, Dinner, Dessert, Happy Hour
Drinks
Full Bar, Cocktails
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