I stopped in Tuscaloosa for an overnight stay when returning from my annual trip to the Blue Ridge Mountains. I wanted barbecue and have previously tried the well-known Tuscaloosa spots. This time I hoped to find a lesser known, but still delicious, bbq spot. I was staying on the east side, so when I came across recommendations for Cottondale's The Pottery Grill, my decision was made. It was easy to find, not far from I-20. It wasn't large or fancy, a typical roadfood stop in Alabama including the requisite Crimson Tide memorabilia. The person working at the counter was friendly and helpful. I got a chicken plate which came with a generous amount of grilled chicken with a tasty sauce, two sides (I chose potato salad and turnip greens),and the ubiquitous slices of white bread typically served with southern bbq. The chicken was moist with a good smoky flavor and a tasty bbq sauce. The potato salad, while not as good as my mother-in-law's stellar example, was very good as were the turnip greens. The only thing missing was a bottle of Crystal hot sauce. The person working at the counter recommended that I not skip the banana pudding for dessert. She was right; I'm very glad that I listened to her. It was yummy: creamy with a good banana flavor from the fresh banana accented by the pieces of vanilla wafers scattered throughout it. I left full and with a smile on my face. I can definitely see myself stopping here again.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Sarah Compton
I placed a carryout order. It was ready right on time, carried out to my car, and accurate. The food was so delicious! The smokey flavor was in every bite and the sides were just as good as the meats! Will definitely be back. And the value for what I paid... cheaper than groceries.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Zach Harrison
Nice place to eat and just chill while doing so. Definitely try the wings if they have them
Sharon Beetem
The pork plate and banana pudding were fabulous.
Margi Marsh
Good food. GO!
Shamalamaluma
Walked in, and the people were nice. It was a great deal on food and was expecting great food, too. Although the only good thing I had eaten was the fries. The pork had no seasoning and was covered in sauce that was way too much. Even putting mayo and BBQ sauce on bread with pork didn't do it, no justice. The Mac n cheese wasn't even Mac n cheese. ——————————————————— Now, now let's talk about the atmosphere. The atmosphere looked rather decent until you really get to looking into things. The whole place looks run down, there was nothing clean at all, the walls were nasty, the trash can was gross the floors looks like they just only used water. Then, when you walk into the bathroom, you can see that there is no high maintenance. I don't know about you, but i don't want my place to look like this, let alone let others see the disguste that is going on in the restroom. ——————————————————— I will not be returning back here.
Alan Boyd
BBQ Pork and chicken were very good. They admitted since it wasn’t Texas, they didn’t do brisket. Staff was very friendly.
Scott Pate
Great food
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: BBQ Pork and Sides
Paul Baggett
Great bbq we eat there regularly. Great friendly staff. Never disappoints.
Not my favorite sauce, but that's an individual thing. The pulled pork plate had excellent tasting meat, the baked beans were good, and the potato salad was also tasty. The potato salad was not mustard based, which will throw some, but that's the way I like it. Old time atmosphere with super friendly service. I left full, but not stuffed. Good old-fashioned BBQ joint.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pulled Pork w Sauce
Jonathan Sims
Excellent plate of pork BBQ! Very good baked beans, too. I'm from Texas, and accustomed to beef, but I could happily add this into my BBQ rotation!!
These great United States of America are blessed with so much great BBQ and foods of all types! Happy Independence Day to all!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jacklyn Kovacs
Great BBQ, great service, family atmosphere, and friendly service!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Combo Plate
Susan Willard
This venue is a well-hidden treasure. The owner and staff are so friendly. Any time I'm in the area, I take home a pound of chopped BBQ with sauce. Eat in is good too. Fast service. Good value. I try to have cash with me when I visit. There is an up-charge when paying with a card.
Good food!
I stopped in Tuscaloosa for an overnight stay when returning from my annual trip to the Blue Ridge Mountains. I wanted barbecue and have previously tried the well-known Tuscaloosa spots. This time I hoped to find a lesser known, but still delicious, bbq spot. I was staying on the east side, so when I came across recommendations for Cottondale's The Pottery Grill, my decision was made. It was easy to find, not far from I-20. It wasn't large or fancy, a typical roadfood stop in Alabama including the requisite Crimson Tide memorabilia. The person working at the counter was friendly and helpful. I got a chicken plate which came with a generous amount of grilled chicken with a tasty sauce, two sides (I chose potato salad and turnip greens),and the ubiquitous slices of white bread typically served with southern bbq. The chicken was moist with a good smoky flavor and a tasty bbq sauce. The potato salad, while not as good as my mother-in-law's stellar example, was very good as were the turnip greens. The only thing missing was a bottle of Crystal hot sauce. The person working at the counter recommended that I not skip the banana pudding for dessert. She was right; I'm very glad that I listened to her. It was yummy: creamy with a good banana flavor from the fresh banana accented by the pieces of vanilla wafers scattered throughout it. I left full and with a smile on my face. I can definitely see myself stopping here again.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
I placed a carryout order. It was ready right on time, carried out to my car, and accurate. The food was so delicious! The smokey flavor was in every bite and the sides were just as good as the meats! Will definitely be back. And the value for what I paid... cheaper than groceries.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Nice place to eat and just chill while doing so. Definitely try the wings if they have them
The pork plate and banana pudding were fabulous.
Good food. GO!
Walked in, and the people were nice. It was a great deal on food and was expecting great food, too.
Although the only good thing I had eaten was the fries. The pork had no seasoning and was covered in sauce that was way too much. Even putting mayo and BBQ sauce on bread with pork didn't do it, no justice. The Mac n cheese wasn't even Mac n cheese.
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Now, now let's talk about the atmosphere. The atmosphere looked rather decent until you really get to looking into things. The whole place looks run down, there was nothing clean at all, the walls were nasty, the trash can was gross the floors looks like they just only used water. Then, when you walk into the bathroom, you can see that there is no high maintenance. I don't know about you, but i don't want my place to look like this, let alone let others see the disguste that is going on in the restroom.
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I will not be returning back here.
BBQ Pork and chicken were very good. They admitted since it wasn’t Texas, they didn’t do brisket. Staff was very friendly.
Great food
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: BBQ Pork and Sides
Great bbq we eat there regularly. Great friendly staff. Never disappoints.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pulled Pork w Sauce
Restaurantji Recommends
Not my favorite sauce, but that's an individual thing. The pulled pork plate had excellent tasting meat, the baked beans were good, and the potato salad was also tasty. The potato salad was not mustard based, which will throw some, but that's the way I like it. Old time atmosphere with super friendly service. I left full, but not stuffed. Good old-fashioned BBQ joint.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pulled Pork w Sauce
Excellent plate of pork BBQ! Very good baked beans, too. I'm from Texas, and accustomed to beef, but I could happily add this into my BBQ rotation!!
These great United States of America are blessed with so much great BBQ and foods of all types! Happy Independence Day to all!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great BBQ, great service, family atmosphere, and friendly service!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Combo Plate
This venue is a well-hidden treasure. The owner and staff are so friendly. Any time I'm in the area, I take home a pound of chopped BBQ with sauce. Eat in is good too. Fast service. Good value. I try to have cash with me when I visit. There is an up-charge when paying with a card.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Combo Plate
Great staff and good food.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pulled Pork w Sauce
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