What are the best restaurants in Huntsville? Here’s our opinion

Reviewed by: Elizabeth Hobbs

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We had to narrow our favorite restaurants down to 10, unfortunately. (Michael Seale / Hville Blast)

If you threw together a list of the “BEST” restaurants in a particular city, you are going to get some argument, because “best,” when it comes to food, is completely subjective. However, the Hville Blast staff (all of us avid restaurant-goers) wanted to put together a list of top restaurants in Huntsville, with some specific criteria.

To come up with our final list, each of us here in the Hville Blast office listed our 10 favorite restaurants, and then we added in the top 10 lists from online consumer websites (TripAdvisor, Yelp, etc), and found the restaurants that were most commonly listed.

We did have some restrictions: The restaurants must be local, and we must have eaten at each one more than once.

So who made our list?

Canadian Bakin’

Sourdough bread at Canadian Bakin in Huntsville
Canadian Bakin’s sourdough is beautiful. (Lacey Spear / Hville Blast)

“Every time I go to Canadian Bakin’, I tell myself I’m just grabbing one thing… and then I walk out with a whole box.”

Alivia Nguyen, Social Media Coordinator

“This homey bagel spot has earned its way to my weekly rotation. Unsolicited advice: get a bacon + egg bagel with fig + honey cream cheese, and your life will change. I love Saturday mornings when the line is out the door, and you see countless locals young and old all enjoying their bagels.” 

Elizabeth Hobbs, Senior Content Producer

“They are a cornerstone of the community. Coffee shops downtown will seek out their bagels and they put such time and care into everything they create. Constantly evolving specials make sure you never get bored with their menu + the ambience is like you stepped into an episode of Friends.”

Rosalee Mahdi, Intern

City Cafe Diner

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City Cafe Diner has fabulous breakfast items. (Hville Blast)

“The menu at this place is so diverse. Pasta, burgers, chicken, casseroles, omelettes–all wonderful. But holy smokes, the pies…”

Michael Seale, Managing Content Producer

“Always great service was excellent and timely and food is always fantastic. I would recommend this place for anyone in Huntsville looking for a place to eat, and their desserts are amazing.”

TripAdvisor Review

Commerce Kitchen

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One of the absolute best restaurants in the Rocket City. (Ben Johnson / Hville Blast)

“The service is excellent, the staff always polite and attentive going above and beyond to ensure you a wonderful dining experience.”

TripAdvisor Review

“Brunch is my favorite menu of theirs. But this is also a fabulous lunch and dinner spot, and a great place to have a cocktail. You can’t beat the location, the service and the food.”

Michael Seale, Managing Content Producer

Dashu

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Dashu was a consensus choice for our staff. (Hville Blast)

“A hidden gem on Airport Road, Dashu offers a quaint atmosphere matched with quality sushi and amazing waitstaff. Pro tip: get a sushi boat and a sake!”

Amelia Pilgrim, Content Producer

“Dashu is one of those restaurants people sleep on until they try it — it’s quickly become one of my go-to spots.”

Alivia Nguyen, Social Media Coordinator

Domaine South

Winter cocktails from Domaine South
We have had many work lunches (and after work gatherings) at Domaine South. (Lacey Muenstermann / Hville Blast)

“The wine, the small plates, the atmosphere — it all feels special.”

Alivia Nguyen, Social Media Coordinator

“This spot feels like being in the French countryside with the gorgeous view of Big Spring and eclectic decor. This is where I take friends from out of town when I want to surprise and impress them with a Huntsville culinary gem.”

Elizabeth Hobbs, Senior Content Producer

“This is, without a doubt, my favorite restaurant in Huntsville. Whether it’s GNO, date night or happy hour, this is the place. Their charcuterie and crafted cocktails always hit the spot, and their locally-sourced dishes can satisfy anyone!”

Amelia Pilgrim, Content Producer

El Cazador Taqueria

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El Cazador (Ben Johnson / Hville Blast)

“Growing from just a single sit-down bus to a locally loved small chain, this Mexican food is both sentimental and delicious. Take it to-go or enjoy it sit-down at Stovehouse or their Memorial Parkway location.”

Rosalee Mahdi, Hville Blast Intern

“My weekly routine includes steak tacos from Stovehouse’s El Cazador before my pottery class. Flavorful, authentic, consistent and just the right light meal to prep me for wheel throwing every week.”

Elizabeth Hobbs, Senior Content Producer

Rosie’s

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Rosie’s Cantina has a bright and festive outdoor atmosphere. (Elizabeth Hobbs / Hville Blast)

“Rosie’s has long been a favorite in the Huntsville community, and for good reason. True story, one of my first outings as a newborn was to Rosie’s. The vibrant setting, delicious food and friendly waitstaff all make it a family affair and well-loved by folks far and wide. Make sure to get the white queso + a Mambo Taxi!”

Amelia Pilgrim, Content Producer

“Rosie’s is a Huntsville staple for a reason. The salsa, the chips, the huge plates… it’s the kind of Tex-Mex that just makes you happy.”

Alivia Nguyen, Social Media Coordinator

Salt Smokehouse

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You can’t go wrong with anything on the menu at Salt Smokehouse. (Ben Johnson / Hville Blast)

“I think at one stretch, I ate here once a week for about six months, and never got tired of the menu at all. Excellent sandwiches, sides and appetizers. I recommend the Brussels sprouts.”

Michael Seale, Managing Content Producer

“My mouth is watering thinking about the salmon Bang Bang tacos and the loaded fries. This is a solid pick in my family’s and our team’s meal rotation for their affordable yet Michelin-approved Asian BBQ fusion.”

Elizabeth Hobbs, Senior Content Producer

The Standard Social Market

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The Standard Social Market is a must for brunch-goers. (Ben Johnson / Hville Blast)

“The Standard Social Market is such a nice hangout spot. Good food and it’s easy to lose track of time when you’re there.”

Alivia Nguyen, Social Media Coordinator

“A comforting classic—the homemade biscuits appetizer and Caeser salad wrap with sweet potato waffle fries is best enjoyed seated on the couch. If I need a light lunch downtown, this is where I’m going.”

Elizabeth Hobbs, Senior Content Producer

“This is one of those places I always bring folks from out of town. Laid back atmosphere, great food, good service. It really has a ‘Huntsville feel’ to it.”

Michael Seale, Managing Content Producer

Viet Huong

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The food and atmosphere are both fantastic at Viet Huong. (Ben Johnson / Hville Blast)

“Viet Huong is my comfort place. The pho is amazing, the portions are generous, and it’s one of those restaurants where you feel taken care of.”

Alivia Nguyen, Social Media Coordinator

“I dream of Viet Huong’s pho in the winter. As soon as the temps start to drop, I’m at the table for a post-work solo dinner of pho and Thai tea. The speedy service, affordable prices and flavorful meals keep me coming back for more.”

Elizabeth Hobbs, Senior Content Producer

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