J&J Grocery’s Cheeseburger Crown | Birmingham News

A tiny Alabama grocery store just got national acclaim—J&J Grocery & Deli in Bessemer landed the top spot for Alabama’s best cheeseburger, according to Tasting Table’s state-by-state roundup. Known for hand-pattied burgers cooked fresh daily on a seasoned grill since the 80s, this local favorite has been recognized before, even making it to a statewide burger contest finalist list back in 2014. And get this—it’s now starring in a Matthew McConaughey film, “The Rivals of Amziah King,” filmed right there on their lot. With a legacy built on reputation and rave reviews, J&J’s no-frills spot (open 10 AM–2 PM Mon–Sat) proves that greatness doesn’t need flash—it just needs flavor. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Sources:https://www.al.com/life/2026/08/small-town-country-store-lauded-as-having-the-best-cheeseburger-in-alabama.html More coverage & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/6138065602cae7cd Report issues to [email protected].