Burt L.
12/31/2025
The Bright Star Restaurant is an absolute Alabama institution, and it never disappoints. From the moment you walk in, you feel the history, consistency, and pride that only comes from decades of...
Bright Star Restaurant
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304 19th St N
Bessemer, AL 35020
Since 1907, The Bright Star restaurant has been serving generations of customers its specialty Greek- style snapper and steak, signature seafood gumbo, luncheon specials, and famous pies. Located in Bessemer, Alabama, the restaurant has a regional following and draws patrons from throughout the Southeast as well as nearby Birmingham. The Bright Star’s exceptional longevity results from one family’s continued commitment to excellent food and service. Family patriarchs Bill and Pete Koikos emigrated from Greece in 1923 and two years later purchased an ownership interest in the restaurant from founder Tom Bonduris. Since 1966, Bill’s two sons, Jim and Nick Koikos have owned and operated the business.
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4.5469 reviews
Davida B.
9/1/2025
First time visit here! I'm a foodie and people have told me, You've got to try Bright Star for YEARS! So I was super excited about this visit - literally giddy. lol! The service was wonderful....
Mitch H.
8/8/2025
1-5* Total 4.5* Love the history, old time atmosphere as well Snapper amandine 4.8 Black eyes 5+ Fried okra 5* Glen beans 2.5 little over cook, wife like them She had Greek chicken breast 5*,...
Rikesha F.
11/21/2025
Classy restaurant that has stood the test of time. My bestie and I visited here with her parents on her birthday a year or so ago. I hadn't been in years since I no longer attend church in the...
Matthew D.
12/26/2025
This restaurant has become a yearly tradition for my family. The Greek Style Beef Tenderloin is delicious and tender every time. It's always a fun time seeing the historical interior, I hope to...
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