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This weekend, Birmingham will welcome El Royale Café, a new dining destination featuring classic Tex-Mex cuisine. Located at 2912 6th Ave S, the café offers a vibrant and inviting atmosphere, with lush greenery and unique interior design. The venue aims to provide both indoor and outdoor dining options, and its menu includes beloved Tex-Mex staples and signature cocktails. El Royale Café highlights Birmingham’s growing culinary landscape and contributes to community revitalization efforts.
Birmingham is set to welcome a new dining destination this weekend as El Royale Café officially opens its doors on Saturday, May 24th. Located at 2912 6th Ave S in the historic Lakeview District, the café will feature a menu of classic Tex-Mex dishes designed to appeal to both locals and visitors alike.
El Royale Café marks the inaugural project of Mobley and Partners (MAP), a venture founded by photographer Miller Mobley, real estate developer Carter Hughes, and hospitality executive Sol Andrews. Miller Mobley, known for his celebrity photography, moved to Birmingham in 2018 and previously launched Slim’s Pizzeria. The café’s creation involved transforming a former greenhouse, which was the home to the Plant Odyssey garden shop, into a vibrant dining space reminiscent of classic Mexican restaurants found in California and Texas.
The interior design of El Royale Café features lush greenery, including palms and potted plants arranged on elevated tile platforms, enhancing the relaxed atmosphere. Guests can opt to sit in vibrant red booths or in stylish wicker chairs imported from France. The space will be bathed in soft natural light, complemented by decorative brass light fixtures. The rounded wooden bar serves as the café’s centerpiece, adorned with ornate lighting and a distinctive custom stained glass fixture. Additionally, wood-paneled columns showcasing hand-painted mirrors by local artist Michael Swann add an artistic touch to the venue.
Outside, diners can enjoy a European-inspired garden courtyard, which features a custom-made stone fountain as its centerpiece. The outdoor area is designed to provide a serene setting for patrons but will initially open with limited beverage service only.
El Royale Café aims to offer a diverse dining experience, with full dining options available both indoors and outdoors. The menu is expected to include beloved Tex-Mex staples, alongside standout drinks, including house-made cocktails and a remarkable spicy margarita that is poised to draw attention.
To enhance customer service, the restaurant will provide complimentary valet service for its guests. El Royale Café operates on a cashless basis, exclusively accepting major credit cards for transactions. Reservations are required for the dining room, while seating at the bar is allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.
The Lakeview District in Birmingham, where El Royale Café is situated, is known for its eclectic mix of dining and entertainment options, making it a popular destination for both residents and visitors. The arrival of El Royale Café adds to the vibrant culinary landscape of the area and promises to deliver a unique dining concept that combines quality food with a memorable atmosphere.
As the focus shifts to a post-pandemic recovery, local businesses like El Royale Café play a crucial role in revitalizing the community’s economy. The founders’ effort to establish a distinctive dining venue reflects both a commitment to enhancing Birmingham’s cultural offering and a recognition of the growing demand for diverse culinary experiences in the region.
With its grand opening just around the corner, El Royale Café is set to become a notable addition to Birmingham’s dining scene, further enriching the vibrant Lakeview District with its unique blend of Tex-Mex cuisine and inviting ambiance.
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Additional Resources
- Bham Now: Inside El Royale Café
- Wikipedia: Tex-Mex
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- Encyclopedia Britannica: Tex-Mex
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