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Commerce Kitchen, a downtown Huntsville neighborhood gem, has been delighting guests for over 15 years with redefined Southern charm under the direction of Chef James Boyce. The menu features seasonally inspired dishes, fresh Gulf seafood, prime meats, and handcrafted cocktails, alongside a popular weekend brunch. Guests enjoy a warm, inviting atmosphere, attentive service, and a downtown location ideal for lunch, dinner, casual gatherings, and celebrations. Commerce Kitchen is celebrated for its chef-driven cuisine, elevated Southern flavors, and modern hospitality, making it a favorite destination for locals and visitors seeking exceptional dining in the heart of Huntsville.
Sophisticated, contemporary restaurant featuring down-home Southern cuisine & cocktails.
Hours
| Tuesday | 11 AM–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM–10 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM–10 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM–10 PM |
| Saturday | 10:30 AM–10 PM |
| Sunday | 10:30 AM–8 PM |
| Monday | 11 AM–10 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 300 Franklin St SE, Huntsville, AL 35801
Phone: (256) 382-6622
Website: https://thecommercekitchen.com/
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Reviews
Laura Thompson
Ate here with a group of friends. I had Shrimp with Grits and bacon. Simply delicious. One person enjoyed the trout fish meal. Others ordered the bisque lobster soup, chicken sandwich and pasta dish. Everyone liked their meal except the pasta dish. It had tomato sauce plus creme sauce too. She just felt it was way too spicy hot. In the historical district, it had a beautiful interior with chandeliers. There is outside dining as well on the side walk. I was visiting the city. If in town again, definitely would dine here again.
… moreD Gilbert
I was greeted by welcoming staff. The food was delicious. The enormous amount of oil that came with my meal, however, was the sole drawback. For reference, kindly refer to the pictures. Without the oil, my meal would have been slightly more enjoyable.
… moreBailey
Commerce Kitchen has been a staple in upscale dining in Huntsville for as long as I can remember. I’m not someone who does “fancy” too often so I’ve never had a chance to try it as other options have been more enticing on the rare occasion when we do want a finer dining experience.
About two weeks ago I made plans to try Revivalist for lunch. I showed up there only to find their hours don’t match what’s posted on Google and they were closed for later lunch (~2:00 PM). I popped up the street to BeeZr and Poppy and Parliament. Also closed in the later afternoon. I was trying to kill time before an appointment and I really wanted to try a restaurant I’d never been to…so I strolled over to Commerce to find them open. Here goes!
The entrance is actually on Franklin Street as opposed to the square, though there is a door leading out onto the square. I was seated promptly when I arrived. The restaurant was almost entirely empty except for one pair of older women. It’s small and cramped inside and there’s a row of seating in the aisle of the restaurant that I imagine would be very uncomfortable to sit in during prime time — too much moving around.
I wasn’t dressed fancy at all and no one said anything, so that was nice for me. I was seated by a window with a view to the square, which I enjoyed. The decor is simple and classic — just fine. The ladies’ restroom is a one holer and clean. Displayed nearby is their recent health score. CK and other downtown establishments have been beset by iffy scores recently. This one read in the high 80s. Not absolutely a no-go for me personally, though you’d hope for better at an establishment like this in particular.
CK is a James Boyce restaurant concept, as are many other upscale restaurants in the Huntsville area, especially downtown (to include Pane e Vino, Cotton Row, and Grille on Main in Providence). Honestly, I’ve historically not been terribly impressed with any of them, but I do always try to let each restaurant speak for itself. I was a little miffed to find the lunch menu here to be nearly identical to the lunch menu I got at Grille on Main when I visited about 2 years ago. I wish they’d freshen up the menu as well as at least provide a few differences between restaurants.
Although I ordered the fried green tomato BLT at Grille on Main when I visited, nothing else on the menu really tempted me for lunch, so I ordered the same thing here. I also got a sweet tea to drink.
Overall, I will say the fried green tomato BLT was about the same in quality. The tomatoes were sliced way too thick for my preference and the breading didn’t bind super well and didn’t have a lot of flavor. The pimento cheese was good but there wasn’t enough of it. The bacon was cooked well and the bread was nicely toasted. One large improvement over GoM was the French fries. These didn’t have the same super mealy frozen-fried texture like GoM did. They were also seasoned much better. The sweet tea needed both more sugar and more time steeping; it was very watery. Overall, the food was pretty average. On the bright side, lunch prices are more reasonable than dinner prices.
One highlight of my experience was my waiter, Timothy. He was polite, attentive, and very pleasant. He wrote a kind thank you on my check and I noticed he had lovely handwriting. He was gracious with my compliment and we had a nice chat about how he does the lettering for the displays outside. Shout out to Timothy!
I will likely continue to shop around the fancy restaurants in town. Still, this is a serviceable option for lunch downtown.
… moreAbout two weeks ago I made plans to try Revivalist for lunch. I showed up there only to find their hours don’t match what’s posted on Google and they were closed for later lunch (~2:00 PM). I popped up the street to BeeZr and Poppy and Parliament. Also closed in the later afternoon. I was trying to kill time before an appointment and I really wanted to try a restaurant I’d never been to…so I strolled over to Commerce to find them open. Here goes!
The entrance is actually on Franklin Street as opposed to the square, though there is a door leading out onto the square. I was seated promptly when I arrived. The restaurant was almost entirely empty except for one pair of older women. It’s small and cramped inside and there’s a row of seating in the aisle of the restaurant that I imagine would be very uncomfortable to sit in during prime time — too much moving around.
I wasn’t dressed fancy at all and no one said anything, so that was nice for me. I was seated by a window with a view to the square, which I enjoyed. The decor is simple and classic — just fine. The ladies’ restroom is a one holer and clean. Displayed nearby is their recent health score. CK and other downtown establishments have been beset by iffy scores recently. This one read in the high 80s. Not absolutely a no-go for me personally, though you’d hope for better at an establishment like this in particular.
CK is a James Boyce restaurant concept, as are many other upscale restaurants in the Huntsville area, especially downtown (to include Pane e Vino, Cotton Row, and Grille on Main in Providence). Honestly, I’ve historically not been terribly impressed with any of them, but I do always try to let each restaurant speak for itself. I was a little miffed to find the lunch menu here to be nearly identical to the lunch menu I got at Grille on Main when I visited about 2 years ago. I wish they’d freshen up the menu as well as at least provide a few differences between restaurants.
Although I ordered the fried green tomato BLT at Grille on Main when I visited, nothing else on the menu really tempted me for lunch, so I ordered the same thing here. I also got a sweet tea to drink.
Overall, I will say the fried green tomato BLT was about the same in quality. The tomatoes were sliced way too thick for my preference and the breading didn’t bind super well and didn’t have a lot of flavor. The pimento cheese was good but there wasn’t enough of it. The bacon was cooked well and the bread was nicely toasted. One large improvement over GoM was the French fries. These didn’t have the same super mealy frozen-fried texture like GoM did. They were also seasoned much better. The sweet tea needed both more sugar and more time steeping; it was very watery. Overall, the food was pretty average. On the bright side, lunch prices are more reasonable than dinner prices.
One highlight of my experience was my waiter, Timothy. He was polite, attentive, and very pleasant. He wrote a kind thank you on my check and I noticed he had lovely handwriting. He was gracious with my compliment and we had a nice chat about how he does the lettering for the displays outside. Shout out to Timothy!
I will likely continue to shop around the fancy restaurants in town. Still, this is a serviceable option for lunch downtown.
Luke Perry
I had an awesome experience here from start to finish. The atmosphere was warm and welcoming, the service was friendly and attentive, and the food was incredible. I ordered the pork chops, and they were perfectly cooked—tender, flavorful, and beautifully presented. You can tell the chef puts real care into every dish. Overall, it was a great dining experience that exceeded my expectations. Highly recommend Commerce Kitchen to anyone looking for amazing food and great vibes in Huntsville!
… moreBetsy Wyatt
How wonderful to have such an incredible place in Huntsville! I had the wedge salad and shrimp and grits. It was outstanding—creamy grits, a copious amount of bacon, such great fresh shrimp, and a sauce I will dream about. On the recommendation of our waiter, Timothy, my hubs had the ribeye (medium rare) and it was done to perfection. His Caesar salad was also a treat with the addition of a few ripe tomato chunks. We ordered a bottle of a New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc that was crisp and so SO good! We will certainly be back, look for Timothy, and try some new treats from the menu. I cannot recommend Commerce Kitchen enough! It’s worth the reservation or the wait!
… moreJennie Rountree
We ate from the Sunday supper menu that is a fixed price. It was fabulous. The four of us selected very different dishes from the menu and all of them were really good. My favorite part of my meal was the Tres Leches cheesecake. Portions were reasonable, but with appetizers, main course with 3 sides, and finally dessert, we were stuffed. We will definitely be back.
… moreKathleen Kennedy Lapierre
My husband and I went here for the first time on a Friday evening and sat at a high top by the bar. Everyone was very friendly and personable, but Karlie was our server and she was so sweet! She made some great recommendations and we thoroughly enjoyed our meals. We started with the fried green tomatoes and they did not disappoint. We split a wedge salad, I got the rigatoni alla vodka, husband had the pork chop and split the seasonal bread pudding. So yummy! Will definitely be back.
… moreDorothy Stephens
My friends and I visited this past Saturday for brunch, and we had a wonderful experience. A huge shout-out to Carly and the manager on duty (I believe his name was Jeff). Carly was absolutely outstanding—attentive, friendly, and on top of everything from start to finish.
I did have a slight delay with my meal, but the way the entire staff handled the situation was truly top-notch. Their professionalism and care made all the difference.
I’ve visited this establishment many times, and not once have I had a negative experience. Thank you to the entire team for treating me and my brunch buddies with such class! We’ll definitely be back.
… moreI did have a slight delay with my meal, but the way the entire staff handled the situation was truly top-notch. Their professionalism and care made all the difference.
I’ve visited this establishment many times, and not once have I had a negative experience. Thank you to the entire team for treating me and my brunch buddies with such class! We’ll definitely be back.
Meagan Thate
Service was fantastic and the food was amazing. I had the salmon and my partner had the prime rib. I would highly recommend both! The cookie skillet was cooked to perfection for a tasty dessert.
… moreEmmilie Mayer
Love the space; sophisticated but cozy. All the staff was welcoming and friendly. Destiny was very knowledgeable in the menu, had great recommendations and answered any questions I had. Food was delicious. Great portion sizes for just me. The braised short rib Ravioli was the perfect size. Destiny recommended the tres leches cheesecake which was delicious. Definitely plan on coming back next time I’m in town.
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