Saw’s BBQ – Southside

Name: Saw’s BBQ – Southside
Address: 1154 11th Ave S, Birmingham, Alabama, 35205, US
Telephone: (205) 224-4408
Price range: $
Rating: 4.40

Restaurant, Barbecue restaurant, BBQ area, Caterer, Takeout restaurant, Sandwich shop, Soul food restaurant, Southern restaurant (US)

Contact Info

Location: 1154 11th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35205
Phone: (205) 224-4408
Price range: $

Opening hours

Monday: 10:30 am-2:30 pm
Tuesday: 10:30 am-2:30 pm
Wednesday: 10:30 am-2:30 pm
Thursday: 10:30 am-2:30 pm
Friday: 10:30 am-2:30 pm
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed

Services

Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Wheelchair-accessible seating
Wheelchair-accessible toilet

Delivery
Takeaway
Dine-in

Fast service

Lunch
Dinner
Solo dining

Alcohol
Beer
Cocktails
Comfort food
Happy-hour food
Quick bite
Small plates
Wine

Lunch
Dinner
Catering
Dessert

Toilets
Wi-Fi
Free Wi-Fi

Casual

Family friendly
Groups
LGBTQ+ friendly
Tourists

Accepts reservations

Credit cards
Debit cards
Credit cards

Good for kids
Kids' menu

Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Plenty of parking

Food & drink

Vibe

Chicken sandwich

French fries

Pulled pork

By owner

Street View

Menus and Prices

Menu 1

Menu 2

Menu 3

Menu 4

Menu 5

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Reviews

As others have said: you will eat the best fried chicken sandwich here that you have ever eaten, and ever will eat.
Juicy, crispy, tangy, fresh, and generously portioned.
It's apparently brined in sweet tea, to be honest I can't taste that at all but it's good chicken anyway.
Also they have "the good ice" and the actual sweet tea hits a faithful Southern-level of sweetness. This place looks just as unassuming as when it was a Fat Sam's, and the fluorescent lighting doesn't do photography of the food any favors, but it's run by a small staff who all do excellent work.
They also sell independent artists' work here sometimes, which is neat.

The smoked chicken meal was stellar! The meat was moist and tender.
The red and white sauce were complementary and delicious! The cheese grits were smooth and tasty.
I was quite pleased and impressed!

Owner response

Hey Adam...Thanks for the review.
We hope to see you again.

This was the BEST sandwich I’ve ever had! I ordered the Pastrami Reuben with a side of mac & cheese….
Unreal! I also tried the Smoked Brisket Sandwich and it was melt-in-your-mouth good! The staff was incredibly friendly and the atmosphere was cozy and warm.
The man that took our order was absolutely lovely and was a pleasure to talk to.
Highly recommend coming here if you’re ever in Birmingham!!!

Owner response

Erin, WOW! Thank you! That’s sick a great compliment.
We have those sandwiches on the menu at all times.
If we should see you again soon please say hello.
👋 Michael