Words by Jenny Lynn Davis | Images by Al Blanton, Ryan McGill, and courtesy of Mi Michoacana
When the weather turns cold, there’s nothing like a hearty, comforting meal to warm you up.
Here are three standout local dishes that will help you fight off the chill this season.
1. General Tso’s Chicken – Sakura
If you’re craving something classic, Sakura’s General Tso’s Chicken delivers.
The crispy fried chicken is coated in a sweet, tangy sauce and served with steamed broccoli rice.
It’s a deliciously satisfying dish with just the right balance of flavors and textures to keep you warm and full.
Sakura Asian Cuisine: 300 Highway 78 West, Jasper, AL 35501
Hours: Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday: 11 a.m. – 9 p.m. | Friday – Saturday: 11 a.m. – 10 p.m. | Closed Tuesdays
2. Quesabirria Tacos – Los Reyes
Los Reyes offers delicious Quesabirria Tacos that are perfect for winter.
These crispy flour tortillas are filled with melted cheese and tender birria meat, served with rice and warm broth for dipping.
The combination of savory beef, melty cheese, and a crunchy tortilla makes this a simple yet satisfying choice.
Los Reyes Mexican Grill: 1841 2nd Ave, Jasper, AL 35501
Los Reyes 2: 581 Hwy 78 E, Sumiton, AL 35148
Hours for both locations: Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday: 10:30 a.m. – 9 p.m. | Thursday and Friday: 10:30 a.m. – 9:30 p.m. | Saturday: 11 a.m. – 9:30 p.m. | Sunday: 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
3. Birria Ramen – Mi Michoacana
While we’re talking birria, let’s talk about Mi Michoacana’s Birria Ramen for a unique twist on comfort food.
This dish combines tender, slow-cooked birria beef with ramen noodles in a flavorful, slightly spicy broth.
Topped with fresh cilantro, chopped onions, and a squeeze of lime, it’s a hearty and filling bowl that beautifully blends two cuisines and is perfect for a chilly day.
Mi Michoacana: 1301 Hwy 78 E, Jasper, AL 35501
Hours: Monday, Wednesday-Saturday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., and Sunday from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. Closed Tuesdays. WL
