A perfect duo

Tony Camaj and Marash Lucaj have been friends for 30-plus years, and just last year they hatched a plan to open a restaurant. Their partnership couldn’t be more complementary—Camaj’s background is in construction while Lucaj’s experience is in the restaurant industry. They looked at several locations in different cities and were immediately drawn to a location in Birmingham’s Adams Square Shopping Center at Adams and Bowers Street. They named their new venture House of Birmingham. In addition to overseeing the construction, Camaj also handled the interior design of the space. The inviting interior features a mix of cozy booths and sleek banquettes that can seat up to 85 guests. Wood accents on the ceiling and walls provide depth and warmth and are complemented by contemporary lighting fixtures. The menu, developed by Lucaj, features a wide variety of breakfast fare from healthy bowls and egg dishes to sweeter options like French toast, pancakes, waffles and crepes. The skillet dishes, crafted with homemade seasoned potatoes, eggs offered along with meats or veggies, have emerged as crowd favorites. The lunch side of the menu offers wraps, burgers, salads, and classic sandwiches such as the California BLT and the tuna melt with Swiss cheese on grilled rye. The restaurant is open seven days a week from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. 653 S. Adams Road, Birmingham order.spoton.com