Carlile’s Barbecue: Iconic Southern BBQ Experience in Birmingham

So it's the first time I tried a BBQ spot and was told to try the Chicken and dumplings by a local so I said why not turns out yes definitely try the Chicken And Dumplings it was very good and homemade the baked beans were good I like a little more brown sugar in mine but full of meat and still very good better than most we moved on to coleslaw yes good definitely now i have to return to try the BBQ but the small amount that was in the beans tells me it's going to be good now the Cornbread i know it's different to local taste and made the original way im just not a fan it also comes with salted butter remember if you're not a salt fan don't add it to the Cornbread my mistake they also have a bread if you're not into Cornbread but it has definitely been here 80 years now and well loved by lots of people so if you're in Birmingham definitely don't miss this spot the staff is amazing enjoy

I stopped by this hidden treasure on my way out of Birmingham and it was fantastic. Fits the definition of home in the wall restaurant to a T…and those are the best restaurants! Fast service and reasonable prices, but the key to their success is the food! And it’s top notch, even for vegetarians. The side dishes are delicious…the Mac and cheese and fries in particular. I’ll definitely come back if ever in Birmingham again!

The kind of down home place that makes you feel welcome as soon as you walk in the door . The double bacon cheese burger is my go to, but from all the meals I've seen you can't go wrong with anything on the menu. The staff is extremely friendly. Most of them have been around Carliles for most of their lives. I guarantee if you eat here and leave hungry, it's your own fault. It really is a great place with greater food.

Great food, great prices, friendly staff, and HUGE cups!!! I got the Haystack (Extra Crispy). * Pulled pork, shredded cheddar cheese, queso cheese, spread over house cut fries!*

Carlisle’s BBQ is a great place to stop in for lunch! Super friendly staff with great food. I love to get the brisket. I’ve also had the hamburger steak several times. My coworkers usually get the pork place. I’ve had the onion rings, mac and cheese, fried okra, fried pickles and you really can’t go wrong with any of them. The sweet tea is delicious and I love the large to go cups.

We shared the 3 meat plate and it was huge. First things first, I'm from South Texas and we do BBQ different. That being said, this was the best bbq we have had since moving to Bham a year ago. The pork was moist and the vinegar sauce was next level. The brisket was above average for the area, but it wasn't like home. Not enough "bark". The ribs were ok, but they needed the rib sauce. We had mac and cheese and potato salad and they were both solid. The building and seating area are like a time machine back to 1945. We will be back.

This is the real deal. Fabulous barbecue great sides and old time atmosphere. Probably the most reasonable barbecue plate in Birmingham and certainly one of the best. The owner Charlie Collat is as nice as he can be

This place is only open for lunch and judging by the crowd, it’s a staple in this part of town. I got the catfish on the recommendation of the waitress and it was pretty good. It only came with one filet but it was also under $10 for the plate. I’ll try the BBQ next time as the catfish wasn’t anything to write home about. Super sweet staff.