Odette

The service was exceptional. I was greeted when I entered by multiple people. I made a reservation though it wasn’t really needed. The ambiance is nice; I’m a huge fan of low-lit areas. There was a lot of light from the bar area.

I asked my server, Mary, what she recommended for a sweet drink and duly went with the Swingin Sunset. It was fresh, sweet, and mixed well. There wasn’t an incredible amount of ice, either. I was served a bread + (sea salt?) butter bowl, which was incredibly tasty. The muffins seemed like they were made with browned butter and a hint of caramelization. The saltiness of the butter complimented the sweetness of the bread. It makes me want to learn how to make it, haha.

I asked for food recommendations; she recommended the cheeseburger + gulf fish piccata. I wanted something different from a fish and burger so she ended up recommending the Crispy Potato Gnocci, which was a great choice. It was incredibly filling. The pork belly was crispy and mixed well with the rest of the ingredients in the dish. There was a nice umami + peppery bite.

The price of food + drink is a little high, but it goes with saying that the quality of the items made it worth it. I’m glad they have a seasonal menu to provide variety. If I’m ever in town, I would love to come here for brunch or lunch.

if you're searching the best burger or searching for an original dessert that's handcrafted and cared for this is the place.

oh and I have to say if you do have the key lime Tartlett be ready for your senses to be overwhelmed with essences of pure flavor.

we were there this last weekend and we had an outstanding lunch with the burger and hand-cut fries along with an omelet that just took our socks off... this place is awesome the Pressed French coffee is great and the service is very attentive without being obtrusive.

Kudos Kudos kudos to Chef Josh and his Staff.

Where to begin? This meal was amazing. We started with the deviled eggs. My daughter and I decided we could have had just those and left happy. We were also seriously impressed with the homemade bread and homemade butter. My daughter ordered a mocktail called Baby Doll that featured white cranberry juice, lime, and rosemary, and she loved it. I stole a sip and loved it, too. Next we both had steak for our main entrees. She went with a sirloin with chimichurri and fries (steak frites). It also came with a little salad and a homemade steak sauce. It was cooked to perfection at medium rare. I had slow roasted waygu, which was really a sirloin with a raviolo (giant ravioli) and a citrus/green salad. My steak was also perfect, and the raviolo was stuffed with short ribs and mushrooms. There was a red wine jus as a sauce. We were too stuffed for dessert, but this meal was unforgettable. I would recommend you make reservations as we didn't have any but were able to take a high top. It was right when they opened, but it was completely filled by the time we left.

Elevated comfort food at a reasonable price! Let me start by saying you have to save room for dessert - the cheesecake and creme brulee are some of the best desserts I've ever had, period. The cheesecake especially is incredibly balanced in flavor and texture with the addition of cookie crumbles and citrus slices.

I ordered the asparagus grilled cheese and was impressed with the structural integrity of the bread as well as the fries being perfectly cooked, neither soggy or burnt. The ketchup is homemade and very interesting, slightly sweet and not "goopy" like regular ketchup. My one qualm is that the grilled cheese was quite heavy, and not as balanced as I would have hoped with the addition of the veggies. However, because it was so heavy and filling I had to get a box for half and am basically getting two full meals for the price of one! If you are looking for a rich grilled cheese with "hidden" veggies, you would like this.

I came with a party of 6 and everyone enjoyed their meals and drinks. We demolished the white cheddar pimento cheese and asked for extra to go. Our server was also very nice and accommodating when we requested to split our checks in a somewhat complicated way.

Whoever is designing the menu and working in the kitchen really knows what they're doing. If you are passing through Florence, as my group of friends was, make a stop here!

This is my favorite spot in town.. the weekend specials are to die for. The desserts are amazing. The service is top-notch. If you're looking for a perfect Friday night spot, this is it. Hard to go wrong here..

Amazing experience once again. If you're looking for somewhere nice to eat maybe for a fancy dinner or a first date, I can't recommend Odette enough. The ingredients are always fresh, the quality is amazing and so is the service.

My husband and I found Odette's not long after we started dating in 2014. It will forever be our place. Our most recent two visits, first our Anniversary November 2023 and second my Birthday January 2024 were sadly poor. Taste and Quality were really off and we left disappointed. We wish the best to Odette's (Hence the undeserved 5 star review) & hope what brought us to this place originally sparks back in our next visit.

We went here for Saturday brunch. This was our first visit, to this establishment, and we were very impressed. The decor is warm and welcoming. They have the best stocked bar of any restaurant in the area and their drink menu was very upscale. We had the salmon bagel and the strawberry crepes. Both were elegantly presented and full of flavor. It was a nice change from the other breakfast places around town. If you are looking for a nice place to share brunch with your sweetie, family or a group of friends this place would be an excellent choice. We will definitely be returning for lunch and dinner in the near future.

Deviled Eggs Two Ways
Fried Chicken Eggs Benedict
Black Pepper Buttermilk Biscuit

It is all phenomenal, and I would expect this kind of quality of food in far more affluent cities. Odette truly is a gem in Florence.

Stopped in for a quick snack after a long day. The drinks were great and the food was delicious. I had the chicken skewers and deviled eggs before getting on the road back to Birmingham. The bourbon selection was massive and I wish I had time to enjoy some. The bartender was super friendly and we had a great conversation. I look forward to stopping back by to taste some of the dinner options and bourbon!

We ate at Odette Saturday evening to celebrate our wedding anniversary. The food, atmosphere, and service was outstanding. We enjoyed the kale Caesar salad, gulf blacked fish dish, and the special fish entree. My wife would love to recreate the kale salad and the andouille vinaigrette served with her dish. We definitely recommend Odette!

Stopped in for lunch and it was amazing. My husband had a burger with a topped perfectly runny egg. I had an espresso rubbed steak sandwich and my daughter had a biscuit and gravy. My son ordered off the kids menu. It had smaller portions of their delicious adult meals.

Came for an evening creme brulee. Delicious. Nice atmosphere too.

We are so lucky to have found this place. On a weekend trip to the shoals area we lucked up with Odette. The service and staff were efficient, friendly, knowledgeable and helpful in choosing entrees or wine pairings.

Maryanne provided top notch service one night and was pouring specialty house cocktails another night.

The selections on the menu were a good choice of seafood and local favorites. It had enough depth for us to dine here two consecutive nights.

If you’re in the Shoals area don’t miss this place. We will definitely be back.

Urban Cowgill
October 2020

Best service I’ve had in a long time. Our waiter was Brian V. He was so helpful in explaining some of the menu items. Extremely kind and kept our glasses full and we all walked out stuffed. We started with the sampler platter. The deviled eggs were my favorite then for my entree I had the gnocchi with shrimp. We will definitely be coming back when we are in town for work next month. Incredible all around.

Definitely get the sampler appetizers. Everything was delicious. While the food was great, the highlight of our dining experience was our server, Brian. He was so attentive and so knowledgeable about the menu. I would go back just for the great service!

Wonderful food, wonderful service and wonderful people. Great restaurant. If you’re in Florence, give them a try, you won’t regret it.

A bit pricey but wow the food was incredible and I would spend on this type of quality again though not often. They constantly checked on drinks. 4 stars for service simply because a table that ordered after us received food first. Great dining experience.

First, the prices here are reasonable, not $$$. We had a great dining experience for the 5 of us. Appetizers and salads were great. Entrees were amazing. If you’re not sure ask your server for recommendations. Our guy was spot on. Since we already had drinks across the street earlier, we ordered a bottle of wine to go with dinner. Our server was very personable and attentive for such a busy evening. Most enjoyable.

I have never had a bad meal, bad service, or anything other than an enjoyable time at Odette. This is a must go to place if your travels take you to Florence. Some of the friendliest staff, cooks, and management around.