Birmingham restaurant makes list of James Beard Award finalists

Birmingham restaurant makes list of James Beard Award finalists

The James Beard Foundation announced its 2026 award semifinalists Tuesday, with Birmingham's Bottega making the list for Outstanding Hospitality.

Bottega named James Beard Award finalist for outstanding hospitality

Pardis Stitt manages hospitality at Bottega. (Nathan Watson / Bham Now) Bottega has moved on to the next stage of the 2026 James Beard Awards, rising above other nationally-renowned restaurants for its exceptional hospitality. This is the second year that the restaurant, known in part for its gorgeous 1925 Beaux-Arts building and elegant decor details, has been named a semifinalist in the Outstanding Hospitality category. The hospitality categor…