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Imagine a restaurant where turnip greens meet Greek Style Beef Tenderloin.

Welcome to the Bright Star Restaurant - the oldest family owned restaurant in Alabama. Located in Bessemer, Alabama midway between Birmingham and Tuscaloosa, the restaurant enjoys a rich heritage and history. Click for more history.

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Imagine a restaurant where turnip greens meet Greek Style Beef Tenderloin.

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We celebrated our 22 year wedding anniversary on April 1st at The Bright Star. They were moderately busy. We had a reservation and were seated as soon as we arrived. The staff was welcoming and our...

Awards

Recognized by CNN.com as one of America’s Best Historic Restaurants

Bright Star Broiled Seafood Platter named as one of the 100 Dishes to Eat Before You Die.

The Bright Star makes MSN’s list of 60 Iconic Restaurants to try before you die.

The Bright Star Restaurant

The Bright Star Restaurant

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The Bright Star Restaurant

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Awards