Some Alabama meals are so legendary, you need to arrive hungry.
At Niki’s West in Birmingham, a simple lunch can turn into a full-blown Southern comfort food feast. Since 1957, this beloved family-run spot has been piling plates high with hearty meats, generous vegetables, and homestyle sides that taste like they came straight from a family kitchen.
The cafeteria line is part of the fun, with steam tables loaded with tempting choices that change throughout the week…