Chez Fonfon is the destination for sophisticated Birmingham foodies who want to indulge in French cuisine without purchasing a plane ticket to Paris. Frank Stitt opened this intimate bistro in 2000, next door to his award-winning Highlands Bar & Grill in the Five Points South neighborhood. Like the chef/owner's other successful establishments, Chez Fonfon features a unique wine list, complete with several French vintages. If tapas-style dining fits your mood, there's an ample selection of appetizers, such as country pâté, but meat-and-potato lovers shouldn't miss the extensive selection of hearty entrées or one of the best burgers in town. James Beard Foundation Outstanding Chef Award nominee, 2008. Full bar. Reservations not accepted. Serving lunch Tue–Fri, dinner Tue–Sat. Closed Sun–Mon.