Thyme On Section

Fairhope is such a lovely town with delicious restaurants, and now I can add Thyme On Section to my list as a new favorite lunch destination. The restaurant is small and cozy. We had to sit at the bar, but that was no problem. It was Friday afternoon and quite busy. The wait staff was really hustling, but still, our food came out in a timely fashion. I ordered the grouper blt with sweet potato fries, and it was delicious. It was on toasted sourdough bread fully dressed, and the fries were hot and tasty. My mom ordered the gyro with fries, and my aunt ordered the chicken salad sandwich on a croissant with sweet potato fries also. The gyro was huge, and my mom enjoyed it, but her shoestring type fries were overcooked and hard. That was the only hiccup in an otherwise delicious lunch. The wai

This was our first visit and we were not disappointed. Desiree greeted us warmly and showed us to window table. She then went over the specials. She was friendly and knowledgeable. I chose the Chefs Special which featured Blackened Shrimp Tacos. They were amazing... boasting 6 large shrimp in each taco tooped with a tomato slice, pickled red onion, a lime crema and smoked aoli. Hubs ordered the Reuben sandwich and he barely spoke while he chowed down. 😂 We HIGHLY RECOMMEND you pay this place a visit!

This place is easily in the top 5 restaurants of downtown Fairhope. We have eaten here many times and never had a bad experience. The food is on par with another local favorite in Daphne - Southwood Kitchen. The staff has been there for a number of years and are responsive and welcoming. You may luck up and get a table by just walking in but play it safe and get a reservation. Great cocktails, creative cuisine and a pleasant atmosphere make Thyme a gem.

Thyme on Section is a charming neighborhood café and wine bar that locals and visitors alike enjoy for its fresh, flavorful food and relaxed yet polished atmosphere. Tucked into the heart of Fairhope’s historic downtown, it strikes a lovely balance between casual dining and an elevated café experience. The menu focuses on seasonal ingredients and thoughtfully prepared dishes. You’ll find creative takes on classic café fare — from hearty salads and artisan sandwiches to savory quiches and well‑executed entrées — all prepared with attention to detail and quality. Plenty of vegetarian options and fresh sides round out the offerings, and portions are generous without feeling heavy.

We visited on a Thursday night and were able to be seated without a reservation. The restaurant is warm and inviting, the service is wonderful. My husband had the bolognese and I had the smoked chicken risotto. They were both delicious. The only reason I did not give this restaurant 5-stars overall is because the prices are too high for the serving size.