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What to order
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Onion Rings
Recommended multiple times as especially crunchy and delicious, with reviewers calling them the best they’ve ever had and praising the amazing sauce and garlicky mayo served with them.
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Burgers
Mentioned repeatedly as a standout item, with reviewers saying the burgers were cooked perfectly, delicious, and even the best burger of their life.
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Fries
Frequently praised alongside other dishes for being awesome, delicious, and a great match for the burgers and sandwiches.
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Wings
Several reviews highlighted the wings as excellent, including lemon pepper-style wings and Lemon Rosemary Wings, with one reviewer calling them top 5 in America.
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Great Balls Of Fire
Recommended as a delicious appetizer, with reviewers saying it was very good and that you get a generous portion.
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Fireballs
Mentioned as a starter that was described as delicious and worth ordering.
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Soup
Called incredible in one review, standing out as a surprisingly strong menu item.
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Steak Wedge Salad
Praised as top tier, with the dressing singled out as so good it should be bottled and sold.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 11 AM to 9 PM |
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| Tuesday | 11 AM to 9 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM to 9 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM to 9 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM to 9 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM to 9 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM to 9 PM |
About Paramount
Cocktails & creative pub grub offered in a vintage, industrial-chic setup with video & arcade games.
Amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Bar games
- Fast service
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Serves local specialty
- Sports
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Arcade games
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Comfort food
- Food
- Food at bar
- Happy hour drinks
- Hard liquor
- Late-night food
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Wine
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Trendy
Crowd
- College students
- Groups
- Tourists
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free street parking
- Paid street parking
- Usually somewhat difficult to find a space
Pets
- Dogs allowed inside
- Dogs allowed outside
Frequently asked
What is Paramount known for?
Paramount is best known for its arcade-and-bar-groomed pub food, especially burgers, onion rings, wings, and grilled cheese. Reviewers repeatedly mention the arcade games in the back and say the food is better than typical bar food, with standout sauces and well-cooked burgers.
What dishes are most recommended at Paramount?
Reviewers most often recommend the onion rings with garlicky mayo, burgers like the Paramount burger and smoke house burger, wings, grilled cheese, and fries. The soup and steak wedge salad also get strong praise, and several reviews call out the food as excellent for the price.
What is the atmosphere like at Paramount?
The vibe is casual and trendy, with a vintage, industrial-chic feel and a loud, playful arcade room. It works well for groups, families, and solo diners, especially people downtown in Birmingham who want food, drinks, and games in one place.
Is Paramount good value, and what is the price range?
Yes, reviewers describe Paramount as reasonably priced, and the listed price range is $10 to $20. One family of six paid $125 including tip for food and soft drinks, and multiple reviews say the burgers, wings, and other pub food are worth the money.
When is the best time to visit Paramount?
It is a strong choice for lunch, dinner, or a quick stop downtown, and reviewers mention it as a good spot for a quick bite or a date night. Since it can be busy and street parking is sometimes difficult to find, going earlier in the day may make the visit easier.
Is parking available at Paramount?
Yes. Free street parking, Paid street parking, Usually somewhat difficult to find a space is available.
Is Paramount kid-friendly?
Yes, Paramount is good for kids.
