Abhi Eatery and Bar (Mountain Brook) — Restaurant in Mountain Brook

2/12 update: in response to the owner’s comments, please note that I left a message at around noon the day of the dinner and called right after they opened at 5 to update the headcount on the reservation.

Used to really enjoy dining here, but our most recent experience was a disappointment. We had made a reservation for 10, but I had to adjust the reservation and make it for 7 since we had a several cancellations the day of.

When we arrived, we were seated a GIANT awkward high-top triangular table with an entire empty row due to the cancellations. We had guests travel in from out of town and it was near impossible to have a conversation due to the scale of the table. If you had the unfortunate luck of sitting next to the empty row, then you were essentially left out of any socializing.

We noticed a regular table clear out and we politely asked our server if we could change our table and he was very understanding. Then the manager came to our table and told us that we would have to remain and that the table we wanted was for walk-ins.

I was left stunned and if folks hadn’t traveled in from Huntsville to dine with us, I would have personally left.

To add insult to injury, the food wasn’t as good as I remembered it and there was a $25 cake fee. We easily spent over $300 and it was such a let-down. We took the cake home and enjoyed ourselves by finally having the conversations we so desired.

In the spirit of being fair, our server was polite, the atmosphere was pleasant, but honestly when a fair request is categorically denied, even the positives don’t make up for the disappointment the manager...

Updated and edited due to our recent visit last night. 9/28

Food was absolutely amazing and cooked perfect. We were both very surprised by how amazing the UBE ice cream and UBE cake were. Everyone definitely needs to try it!

Our issue last time can be read below but we never received service. This visit our waiter was Alex who was perfect. Attentive, quick and just an awesome person.

Did I mention how amazing the food is here???

———————————————————— Second visit and seated quickly but we sat for over 30 minutes on the outside balcony without a single waiter. No water or service of any kind. Hostess was notified and we were told a waiter would be there. Even after a visit to the bar to get a drink, still no waiter.

Great food and atmosphere killed by no service tonight. A waiter was even informed at the table next to us and he stated , oh sorry, I’ll go inform someone. It never happened and we left.

Do NOT let this review take away from the great food and atmosphere… but tonight was definitely a...

“An Unforgettable Dining Experience!”

From the moment we walked in, it was clear this restaurant is something special. The ambiance struck a perfect balance between cozy and upscale, with attention to every little detail. The staff was warm, welcoming, and incredibly attentive, ensuring we felt cared for from start to finish.

And the food—absolutely phenomenal. Each dish was a masterpiece, from the first bite to the last. The flavors were bold and creative, yet perfectly balanced, showcasing the chef’s incredible talent. The lamb curry and ramen were a standout, and I’ll be dreaming about it until my next visit. Even the cocktails felt like works of art, perfectly complementing the meal.

It’s rare to find a place that excels in food, service, and atmosphere, but this restaurant nails it on all fronts. Whether it’s a special occasion or just a night out, I couldn’t recommend it more. Can’t wait to come back whenever we are in...