Restaurants in Tuscaloosa

“Bobamania has the best flavor choices. Loving the new fall flavors especially the Vanilla Chai. Love getting bubble tea from BobaMania!”

“The food is incredible and always fresh!”

“Great place to greet and eat. Everything was fantastic, food, service and environment. Urban is hands down the best restaurant in town.”

“Awesome food and service. Never disappointed.”

“Amazing food! Authentic! Great food and great customer service! We felt so welcome from the moment we stepped in. Reminds my husband and I of when were stationed at Germany, can’t wait to come back again! ❤️”

“Best Katsu Don is be ever had!”

“Awesome hand crafted margaritas!”

“Lovely place for breakfast before moving our son into U is A! Friendly service and great food!! Roll Tide!”

“We went to Shiki Restaurant to try it out for the first time. It was a fantastic experience from beginning to end. Great appetizers, sushi and Thai food. Check it out. You will enjoy.”

“Best service and good food”

“Our family went yesterday. So cute inside! Perfect location on river walk. Staff was extremely helpful. I got the honey lavender and it was seriously the best ice cream ever! Will be back!”

“Always great! Took my nephew for his birthday”

“Highly recommend!!! I have traveled many places and I do prefer this as a top-notch local eatery❤️ yesterday I had avocado toast on a biscuit. There was a suggestion to name it the Mother Theresa biscuit!”

“Good pour over. Loved it!”

“Not a fan of the vinegary sauce..that said, the meat was lean and very tender. Not overly smoked. Their Ribs are very legit.

Young ladies provided warm service.

The Banana Pudding was downright extraordinary and out of this planet.”

“Great food, friendly service, but slow kitchen.”

“Great New Year’s Eve dinner! Excellent food and great atmosphere. Highly recommend!!!”

“Was working in Tuscaloosa and a restaurant with a two hour wait recommended the River. We had the steak filet and the seared tuna. Both dishes were absolutely amazing. The service was outstanding and the whole experience was just classy and comfortable. Brussel sprouts were on special for an appetizer, they were the best we’ve ever had. I highly recommend this restaurant.”

“Best sushi in town. Such a sweet family and wonderful restaurant all around! ❤️”

“What a wonderful meal! Destiny, our server was very pleasant and refilled our drinks without calling for her! She check how we were doing just the right amount of time! I hope we get her again next time we come to town. Oh the Calamari were well seasoned and fried perfectly.”

“Been in Tuscaloosa for 7 months now and I’ve tried every restaurant but socal cantina is the one I can’t stop going to, the California style Mexican food is just unbeatable. I recommend getting the socal burrito with or without meat it’s still delicious also I always order chips and salsa to go which they give to me for free(only place that does that) and they’re amazing at making drinks. I find it quite hilarious to see the one star reviews and their comments because I come to eat here at all different times of the day busy or slow and I’ll always give them a 5⭐️review YOU MUST TRY THIS RESTAURANT!!!”

“Perfect place to work on things and catch up, have coffee, and have brunch. I loved their eggs benedict. It was the best thing I've had in a while, especially while freaking out about my job.”

“My Cowboy Steak was cooked perfectly. Service was on point. Will be back.”

“Heritage House is a great local spot for breakfast and lunch. There are several selections of coffee and teas. Try their BYO breakfast bowl, wonderful and filling. A variety of pastries and baked items are available as well.”

“I can’t recommend Session enough! My husband and I went to celebrate our anniversary and the staff went above and beyond to help us celebrate! They took our photo with a Polaroid and gave us a “Happy Anniversary” card. The customer service is beyond exceptional!”

“Food and service is always great!”

“The kid running the counter was absolutely one of the polite young men, I’ve encountered in a hot minute. The food was absolutely phenomenal and that is the first time I’ve ever liked hummus 
Try the mango drink it was very refreshing”

“Had a great time! Great food and friendly staff😁”

“Our server, Avery, was very friendly and helpful. Twice the managers checked in on us, which I appreciate. The fried ravioli was delicious as was the Pasta Carnavoro. The red wine, a Nebbiolo, was delicious. The only misfire was the NY strip. I know steak cuts can be hit or miss and I just didn't hit the lottery on this particular cut (only half was edible). It was seasoned and cooked fine, just very, very grissly. All else was wonderful and we had a very romantic dinner at a reasonable price. Definitely will go back.”

“Delicious every single time. Great hibachi, noodles, and sushi. I have loved everything I’ve tried, and we order here regularly!

Vegetarian options: Plain or vegetable only noodles and hibachi, avocado or cucumber rolls, salads”

“Typical Waffle House, which isn't a bad thing. We love the waffles. The grits were cooked perfectly. Hashbrowns crispy. Our server was Choo Choo, and he was very nice & attentive.”

“the Chinese food was excellent and would get the tacos again”

“Tens across the board. The vibe is always cool and calm. Servers are amazing and the cooks are even better. I only go to the one on McFarland and this is frequently.”

“Great food! Great service. Good music.”

“My first Waffle House experience and it was fantastic! For starters, not only was the staff very friendly for an early Saturday morning, but they were all very polite as well. We sat down and ordered quickly, and our server was on top of everything. Our food came out fairly quickly and everything tasted great. I also paid attention to how friendly the staff was with the cool while they submitted orders and waited for their orders to go out. There was no shouting, they were polite, they weren't in each other's way and they were working quickly and efficiently. The cashier was sweet and friendly, and everyone thanked us as we left. I'm sure this restaurant gets very busy during the year, as they are on The Strip in Tuscaloosa, but I'm sure they're just as quick, efficient and awesome then as they were on an early Saturday morning. I will definitely eat here again next time I'm in Tuscaloosa, and hopefully all other Waffle Houses deliver the same experience as this one did. Thank you to everyone for such a great experience! ?”

“Our waitress Sheila made my twins day, she definitely makes sure to put a smile on everyone’s face and has an amazing attitude. If we are back in the area we would definitely go back to see her! All the employees were very friendly and greeted us with smiles! This is a great crew that deserves recognition!”

“I don't usually rate fast food places but this is the cleanest, Whataburger I've ever been in. The breakfast was exceptional. The employees were super friendly and welcoming. Shout out to cashier Yvonne J.”

“In from out of town, this was the most pleasant evening dinner out I've had in a week. Staff was delightful, food was perfect, and the place was clean. Thank you all so much. I’d been to almost every other fast restaurant on this strip and all of them were disgusting and the staff were stressful. This burger king restored my faith. Thank you.”

“They have definitely made some major changes at this location. The employees seem to be better trained and more efficient. They were friendly and were able to get my order right on the first time. My food was hot and prepared relatively quickly. The restaurant seem to be clean and neat and in order. It was a little hot as the air conditioner did not seem to be working correctly however, it was working well in the children's play place and was extremely comfortable in there.

Vegetarian options: There are vegetarian options

Dietary restrictions: They can accommodate dietary restrictions by request

Parking: Parking was plentiful and easy-to-navigate

Kid-friendliness: They have a wonderful play place that was nice and clean and well air-conditioned with tables that you could sit and eat at while your child

Wheelchair accessibility: Very easy for wheelchairs to navigate from the parking lot and throughout the restaurant all the way through to the restrooms”

“I took brakefast and was amazing, Service was great!!! Young lady that I asked for advice was really kind and patient, I had a good experience!!! I’ll come back!!!”

“The employees are ALWAYS nice and the food is ALWAYS good. But man… the restaurant is ALWAYS messy, flies are everywhere and the children’s play place is hotter than hell.”

“Food was about as good as you would expect. I think the manager took my order and brought my food out. Listen to her talk to customers and noticed it seemed she was pregnant and remember thinking wow what an amazing lady. Wish the were more like her. She was super polite and very professional. She had two employees on break refusing to go back to work and even though she was pregnant and from the sounds of it working multiple jobs she remained calm and professional while I was there. Lots of folks could learn from her will definitely visit again.”

“Authentic and so yummy! We are from Texas and have came here to get our fix every time we are in town. Rice and beans feel like home.”

“Just ate there today. Food was great. Employees were very nice and appreciated our visit. We will be back. Thank you.”

“the server was polite and greeted us with a smile. we had the single burger and i had a butterscotch milkshake and my mom had a chocolate. burger and milkshakes were delicious. the food came out fast but did not taste like fast food. it was really good”

“I love having Dockside open up Hwy 43 to give us another option for dinner close to home! If you haven’t tried the fried shrimp or the catfish, you’re definitely missing out! There’s just something extra about the breading that had me eating ALL my shrimp and not sharing with my husband! 🤣 Highly recommend checking it out!”

“The best wings I have EVER had and now the only place I get them from!”

“The food was sooooo flavorful and delicious! I got a bowl and I couldn’t be more satisfied. I mean a bit more food would be better but other than that 10/10! I’ll be back.”

“very good and good value for money”

“I probably come here too often, but I do because it is fantastic. We’ve reached the point now where I hardly ever have to even say my order — once my food was in my hands before I could even say good morning! The early crew here is great, friendly, fast, and thoughful, and the price is better than the competition. Happy to be a regular!”

“Very high quality, locally sourced food. Employees were awesome, prices are reasonable, and the atmosphere is nice and relaxed.

Excellent restaurant for lunch or casual dinner.”

“I came to Tuscaloosa to see my doctor which I traveled 3.5 hrs to get to ! My daughter had been telling me how we should go to this restaurant when we get into town and I’m glad we did !!!! I wish I knew the cashier name who took my order but what a impact ?? she was such a SWEEEEETHEART !! My baby loved her as you can see !! I highly recommend Fujiyama ❤️❤️ Amazing customer service and delicious food !!! I will be back very soon !!!!”

“food is great so was the service decent price and the bread is wonderful highly recommend it and the people were friendly 9/10”

“I ate lunch here last weekend and loved it we both got the Alabama redneck and it was absolutely delicious . I usually don't finish my food in one sitting but I sure did here . we will be coming back soon .”

“I don’t know what kind of coffee they use here, but it’s simply the smoothest and best I’ve ever had. I’m glad I live 35 miles away or I’d spend about $15/day in there on lattes and snacks. Ha!”

“If you are looking to book for any catering needs, look no further than Flavaz. Ashley is very sweet and her customer service is great. The food is top Tier 💯 and the booking is simple and easy.”

“I had the best little visit today! I sat at the bar and was waited on well and watched the bartender also wait on the entire dining room- with ease! Olivia was the bomb dot com! Will be back”

“First-time customer, but won't be the last! Only bought a loaf of bread today, though there were delicious looking pastries available. There is plenty of seating in a cozy atmosphere with different rooms for privacy or group settings. Will plan to stay longer next time and enjoy a coffee and treat!”

“Wings are sooo good!!! I recommend their pizza and wings!!”

“Our experience is always amazing here but this time was better than them all. From the host to our server, Quinn, the service was exceptional. I wish I could make them rich! I had the bacon burger and my bun was toasted perfectly, my patty was cooked the exact temperature, and the fries are always nice and crispy. Thank you, Quinn!!”

“Very sweet family! Best Chinese food around. Best prices and you definitely get your money’s worth! Never had a bad experience here. Food is always fresh and when I come from South Carolina it’s the first place we grab food from. Excellent customer service!”

“You can’t go wrong with anything you get here. We love it!”

“Great lunch date location!”

“Very organized and clean!”

“My family and I have definitely gotten hooked!! They offer efficient and good quality service without having to drive across town. Very friendly staff as well!”

“If you want good 'ol southern soul food like great grandma made, this is the place 😋”

“Finally, Tuscaloosa has a pizza place that can compare with Italy, NYC, Chicago and beyond. Just Excellence.”

“Great place for coffee that is sooooo good! Even better that its walking distance from the condo! I'm sure we will be back many times...only 3 years til our baby boy will graduate!”

“Literally the best Chargrilled Oysters ever! Consistently flavorful and delicious!”

“Great presentation and enjoyed everything that we ordered”

“This is a beautiful restaurant with really great service. It's a Mexican and Asian restaurant. You can order off of two different menus. The food was really good! I had the steak fajita quesadilla with rice and beans. They also have a variety of agua frescas. I HIGHLY recommend the passion fruit agua fresca it was amazing! So refreshing! They also make some delicious margaritas?”

“Amazing Lemon Pepper Wings”

“Had the lunch buffet. Really good selection, pretty standard, but that's what I'm looking for in a buffet. Very nice greeter. Sushi was limited but good. Didn’t try their hibachi, but maybe next time. Reasonable prices for current times. While I haven't found a GREAT buffet in Tuscaloosa, this one is good.”

“The workers were very polite and took care of us. There was a slightly long wait time but the wait time was so worth it for the food those two boys in the kitchen work very had. A must try spot with the best Mediterranean food around.”

“Great food and the sweetest owners. Highly recommend the hot and sour soup & Mongolian chicken! You will not be disappointed.”

“Lived in tuscaloosa for about 27 years, moved to auburn alabama, then came back to visit and found this hidden gem. The food was excellent and filling.

Wheelchair accessibility: Side of building”

“Great doughnuts, too bad the owner steals his workers tips”

“Love everything. All the food is great, my favorite would have to be the scallops and steak with fried rice.”

“We took a large party of 25 for a birthday party. Carlos, the GM, and David, our waiter, went above and beyond to take care of us and other large parties at the same time. The kitchen staff also did a great job with the food. We will definitely be back.”

“My husband and I choose to eat Sunday dinner today at Billy’s Cooking. It was an awesome choice. The food was very tasty and the service was great. The picture below shows the meal before.. I was to embarrassed to show the after picture ?. The food was really great! You should try their Sunday dinner soon. It’s delicious.”

“Great experience. The food and service was amazing”

“Thank y’all for making a birthday a little more special today !!🩷🩷”

“the coolest safest club in ttown right now”

“Fun neighborhood pub. Restaurant, so families with kids are welcome too. There are even some board games. Great beer selection, friendly service, clean bathrooms. Food is very good-- pizza, sandwiches, nachos. Sometimes they have live music, bands. There is outdoor seating, as well as a number of tables inside. Best of all is the cool owner Bo Hicks, who brings community spirit into the place. Highly recommend!”

“great beer great entertainment including Open Mic Comedy on Mondays!!!!!!!”

“Service is great!! Just ask for Austin! Food is great from burgers to wings never had anything that wasn’t great”

“THE BEST FOOD ..LITERALLY everything 10/10”

“We stopped on for dinner and we were sat in a timely manner. We were told “ Wendy” would be our server, she approached us within a few minutes and she was very nice and attentive during our visit. The place was clean and the food was great! We will def be returning and asking for Wendy as our server!”

“Last week we had a birthday celebration. Three of the party ordered the same meal and it didn't go very well, but the manager made the meals excellent. He gave the three the same meal to take home and charged us for drinks and the appetizer. Surprise to us. What an awesome manager, thank you. Tuscaloosa location ❤️❤️❤️.”

“Omg…. Me and sister Neisha dined in at O’Charley’s and the food was amazing the food service was on time our waiter Mr.John was awesome and the food was spectacular we must meet again there for brunch…”

“I'm here just to say how great the staff is at this location. I've never seen a staff this friendly and helpful at any other fast food establishment. You don't get service that good for a hundred bucks at Red Lobster. These people actually act like they're not dead inside. 10/10 from me mate.”

“My Cowboy Steak was cooked perfectly. Service was on point. Will be back.”

“I came to Tuscaloosa to see my doctor which I traveled 3.5 hrs to get to ! My daughter had been telling me how we should go to this restaurant when we get into town and I’m glad we did !!!! I wish I knew the cashier name who took my order but what a impact ?? she was such a SWEEEEETHEART !! My baby loved her as you can see !! I highly recommend Fujiyama ❤️❤️ Amazing customer service and delicious food !!! I will be back very soon !!!!”

“This restaurant right here got some good food and good people and they're serving you they are wonderful I love them I have no complaints only good things I love dining in with them”

“Great place to greet and eat. Everything was fantastic, food, service and environment. Urban is hands down the best restaurant in town.”

“My server was absolutely great. She made sure I got exactly what I needed with a smile and great knowledge of the menu. We will be coming here again!”

“Finally, Tuscaloosa has a pizza place that can compare with Italy, NYC, Chicago and beyond. Just Excellence.”

“My husband and I choose to eat Sunday dinner today at Billy’s Cooking. It was an awesome choice. The food was very tasty and the service was great. The picture below shows the meal before.. I was to embarrassed to show the after picture ?. The food was really great! You should try their Sunday dinner soon. It’s delicious.”

“First visit and Excellent food. We should have come months ago. Baked chicken fell off the bone and was so tender. My husband thought the catfish was the best in tuscaloosa. Very excited to try more very soon. Fresh and homemade and friendly service.”

“As I was looking for an authentic Mexican place, I came upon Loco Lupes. I wanted queso and on the DoorDash website, this was the only place other than Socal, Chiptotle, and Central Mesa. Although those places are great, I do not like their queso very much. I have never heard of Loco Lupes but decided to give it a go. Thank goodness I did because that was one of the best quesos that I have ever had. I also got a cheese quesadilla and salsa. Both were great and I will for sure order this again. 10/10!”

“Lovely new restaurant with outdoor dining available surrounded by peaceful forest! Delicious appetizers and food. Clean bathrooms. Lilly was an excellent server!”

“It's nice to have a wonderful restaurant on the West End of Tuscaloosa. It's a lovely atmosphere and my Lobster & mac & cheese tasted great!”

“We love eating at Cracker Barrel. The food is always delicious and at a great value. I also like shopping, especially the mark down clothing ☺️🩷. I got me a nice shirt yesterday for $13.20.”

“Service is great!! Just ask for Austin! Food is great from burgers to wings never had anything that wasn’t great”

“Great place to greet and eat. Everything was fantastic, food, service and environment. Urban is hands down the best restaurant in town.”

“Awesome food and service. Never disappointed.”

“Highly recommend!!! I have traveled many places and I do prefer this as a top-notch local eatery❤️ yesterday I had avocado toast on a biscuit. There was a suggestion to name it the Mother Theresa biscuit!”

“Not a fan of the vinegary sauce..that said, the meat was lean and very tender. Not overly smoked. Their Ribs are very legit.

Young ladies provided warm service.

The Banana Pudding was downright extraordinary and out of this planet.”

“Lovely place for breakfast before moving our son into U is A! Friendly service and great food!! Roll Tide!”

“A friend and I ate lunch there yesterday, and we had a wonderful experience. The food and service were excellent. We will be back!”

“I'm here just to say how great the staff is at this location. I've never seen a staff this friendly and helpful at any other fast food establishment. You don't get service that good for a hundred bucks at Red Lobster. These people actually act like they're not dead inside. 10/10 from me mate.”

“As I was looking for an authentic Mexican place, I came upon Loco Lupes. I wanted queso and on the DoorDash website, this was the only place other than Socal, Chiptotle, and Central Mesa. Although those places are great, I do not like their queso very much. I have never heard of Loco Lupes but decided to give it a go. Thank goodness I did because that was one of the best quesos that I have ever had. I also got a cheese quesadilla and salsa. Both were great and I will for sure order this again. 10/10!”

“Best service and good food”

“Attentive staff and delicious food!”

“The food, service and music was awesome!”

“We frequent this restaurant often and we have never been disappointed. This day we had the parmesan chicken on penne pasta with marinara, and the serving size was monstrous - we took more than half home with us. One other factor was this location has my wife's favorite salad dressing: peppercorn ranch that is locally made.”

“What a wonderful meal! Destiny, our server was very pleasant and refilled our drinks without calling for her! She check how we were doing just the right amount of time! I hope we get her again next time we come to town. Oh the Calamari were well seasoned and fried perfectly.”