The Poppy and Parliament – British
The Poppy and Parliament transports diners to a sophisticated crossroads of the British Isles and the American South, where the warm glow of a refined tavern sets the stage for a transatlantic culinary journey. Savory aromas of rich French onion soup and sizzling English bangers mingle with the crisp crunch of Alabama green tomatoes, creating a menu that celebrates both Old World tradition and bold, regional flair. Every plate, from the delicate artistry of beggar’s purse frogs’ legs to the comforting crunch of golden fish and chips, invites guests to linger over a soulful fusion of heritage and hospitality.
North Side Square, Huntsville, Alabama 35801 https://thepoppyandparliament.com/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: British
Price range: $
Dietary options: high-protein, nut-free, vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, low-carb, keto, pescatarian, sugar-free, mediterranean, plant-based, diabetic, heart-healthy, low-fat, high-fiber, anti-inflammatory, atkins, south-beach, weight-watchers, clean-eating, low-cholesterol, volumetrics, raw-food, tlc, detox, alkaline, mayo-clinic, slow-carb
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Wednesday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
- Thursday - Saturday
- 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
- Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its flavorful soups and carefully prepared dishes, guests frequently praise the kitchen's dedication to quality and bold taste. Reviewers highlight the pleasant ambiance and consistently commend the courteous, timely service that ensures a satisfying and well-paced dining experience.
Menu
- French Onion Soup - $9: House specialty from the region of Marseille Dietary tags: Nut-Free
- Poppy and Parliament Crab Cakes - $18: Shallow fried crab cakes stuffed with avocado, dill weed, and lemon resting on a light cauliflower, garlic, and prosciutto coulis Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Mushrooms on Toast - $12: Sautéed portobello mushrooms, garlic and thyme cooked in a rich pesto cream butter sauce and served on toasted brioche Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Poppy and Parliament Bruschetta - $14: Bruschetta toasted crostini topped with black garlic, basil and chickpea hummus, roasted grapevine tomatoes and glazed with melted smoked gorgonzola cheese and freshly flakes Parmesan Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, Mayo-Clinic
- Alabama Green Tomatoes - $12: Alabama green tomatoes cooked in a rich corn, green onion and roasted pecan crust flavored with a light buttermilk, roast garlic and honey dressing all served with a bloody Mary ketchup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Beggar’s Purse Frogs’ Legs - $16: Cajun frogs’ legs cooked in a light Basil, mustard seed, and potato crust flavored with apancetta and pearl onion sauce and fresh garlic Aioli Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Traditional Fresh English Fish and Chips - $22: Sustainably line caught fresh wild Atlantic cod cooked in a light crispy batter and served with our in-house homemade chips cooked in beef fat, homemade tartar sauce, and mushy peas Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Shane’s Old English Bangers and Mash - $16: Homemade grilled Cumberland sausages resting on a creamy colcannon and flavoured with a rich Guinness and thyme gravy Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- A Tart Monsieur - $19: A light almond butter puff pastry topped with Mediterranean artichokes, pesto, gouda, fontina, pan-fried Poppy & Parliament Cumberland sausage, fresh basil, and freshly flaked ParmigianoReggiano flavoured with a light honey pesto dressing Dietary tags: High-Protein
- Gnocchi and Irish Oaked Smoked Salmon - $19: A gratin of homemade gnocchi and cold Irish oak smoked salmon cooked in a light seaweed and crab sauce flavoured with a white wine and dill weed crust Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- English Toad in the Hole - $19: An English classic. Two roast Cumberland sausages cooked in a light Yorkshire pudding batter and thyme flavoured with a rich Guinness and onion gravy Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Chef Barry’s Three in One - $16: A chilled crab, Atlantic Irish smoked salmon, and Cornwall smoked boneless sardines sandwich served on Irish brown soda bread and glazed with a brandy and lime flavoured Mary Rose sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Goat's Cheese and Wild Mushroom Tart - $16: A goat’s cheese, wild mushroom, grilled eggplant, and spinach baked tart flavoured with basil and toasted pine nuts wrapped in filo pastry Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, Mayo-Clinic
- Shepherd's Pie - $18: Mother’s authentic English shepherd’s pie Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- The Orchard and Farmer - $18: Warm salad of grilled red wine poached pears, gorgonzola cheese, toasted walnuts flavoured with a red wine, garlic, and bee pollen dressing Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- Twice Fried Beef Fat Chips - $8 Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Grilled Jumbo Asparagus with Fresh Hollandaise - $12 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins
- Irish Creamy Colcannon - $9 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Traditional Roast Carrot and Parsnip Mash - $9 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic
- Chef's Side Salad - $9 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb
- Irish Coffee - $12: Specialty international alcoholic coffee
- French Coffee - $12: Specialty international alcoholic coffee
- Italian Coffee - $12: Specialty international alcoholic coffee
- Russian Coffee - $12: Specialty international alcoholic coffee