About Us
Drink & Dine Back in Time.
Armour House is an exquisite brasserie located in the heart of downtown Birmingham's historic district. Founded by business visionaries Rollins Montgomery and Chris Reebals, and helmed by Executive Chef Jeffrey Compton, Armour House is set to offer an unparalleled dining experience ripe with echoes of the city's rich history and promising future.
Nestled within the storied walls of what was once the bustling Armour & Company meatpacking building, Armour House has been meticulously restored to its former grandeur. The space now marries the authenticity of the early 1900s with contemporary finesse, creating an atmosphere that is inviting, intriguing and sophisticated.
Our Chef, Jeffrey Compton
Jeffrey's upbringing in the South has given him a deeply rooted connection to the food scene from an early age. This is embodied in his strong commitment to connecting local farmers with the community.
"As chefs, we have the privilege of sharing the narrative behind our food and its significance to us. I aim to ignite the same level of enthusiasm in our guests for the ingredients that I have when I cook with them."
Prior to a successful restaurant opening in Homewood, Jeffrey served as Chef de Cuisine at Acre in Auburn, Alabama. His exceptional talent and dedication played a pivotal role in Acre earning a multitude of prestigious awards including 2018 Best Restaurant in Alabama from Southern Living Magazine, a spot on Open Table's 50 Best Southern Restaurants in the Nation, and Best Farm-to-Table Restaurant in Alabama from Travel & Leisure.
His culinary style has been shaped by his extensive travels through Southern Europe where he explored the picturesque landscapes of France, Spain, Italy and Greece. The rich and diverse flavors he encountered along the way inspired him to create a sophisticated yet rustic approach to cuisine.