Reporter Food: Hazel’s in Downtown Birmingham
Reporter Meals: Hazel’s in Downtown Birmingham
(Crystal A. Proxmire, July 11, 2022)
Birmingham, MI – On the lookout for scrumptious seafood in a vibrant, comfy environment in Downtown Birmingham? Hazel’s is simply the place. With a menu filled with fish, lobster, clams, and extra this upscale however informal restaurant is a scrumptious selection.
A good friend and I not too long ago went to attempt their well-known lobster rolls.
I had mine Connecticut fashion – served sizzling with the wealthy pleasure of melted butter and a delicate buttery bun. My good friend opted for the Maine fashion – chilly with mayonnaise. Each featured good massive chunks of high quality lobster. Corn on the cob and fries made for good facet objects, although there are a number of decisions out there together with cole slaw, salad, and inexperienced beans.
My good friend additionally ordered oysters. If you order oysters the server provides a selection of areas, and my good friend ordered these from Prince Edward Island. I’m allergic so I couldn’t partake, although I’m instructed they had been unbelievable. They got here served on a mattress of ice with decisions of sauce within the center.
We additionally bought to talk with Emmele Herrold who is among the house owners and the chef at Hazel’s. Clearly she is a fan of top quality seafood, and has loved the expansion of Hazel’s recognition. She and co-owner Beth Hussey put loads of thought into the house in addition to the meals, with pink checkered tablecloths, loads of house for individuals to not really feel crowded, and rolls of paper towel proper on the desk to assist hold buttery bites in verify.
“We find it irresistible right here,” she mentioned. “The neighborhood is so good.”
She additionally admitted that whereas she loves seafood, she’s additionally a fan of the fried rooster dinner. Different objects embody shrimp, smoked sardines, Calviscius caviar, scallops, vegan “fish” objects, crab desserts, and even a “token burger” for these not within the temper for meals from the ocean. Hazel’s is situated at 1 Peabody Road in Downtown Birmingham. Reserve your spot on-line or use simple on-line ordering for carryouts at https://www.eatathazels.com.
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