The Brown Bag Restaurant in Northport has been a staple for good eats for as long as I can…read moreremember. I can't tell you how many times people have recommended it for lunch, yet I never managed to stop in and experience it for myself until today. My work schedule and the Bag's hours always seemed to clash, and since it's a bit off the beaten path, it stayed in the "out of sight, out of mind" category. Now, as I'm approaching full retirement, I finally had the time to swing by and see what all the fuss was about. Upon arrival, the first sign you're in the right place is the parking lot. It's packed, about like a blue tick on a hound dog. Stepping inside, don't expect anything fancy. The interior is old school with faded paint and a no frills setup. Your food is served in Styrofoam containers with plastic utensils. But that's part of the charm. Who needs fine china when you're filling your gizzard with good soul food? The place was full and I managed to grab one of the last open tables under the roof. I then waited for the waitress who was running laps across the dining area, taking orders, refilling drinks, checking out customers, and handling everything in between. If you come anywhere near lunch hour, don't expect Jimmy John's Freaky Fast service. You're here to slow down and enjoy the experience. When I ordered, I went with a catfish fillet, turnip greens, field peas, fried green tomatoes, a side of cornbread, and tartar sauce for the fish. The fried green tomatoes did not make it out with the order, but the waitress was very apologetic and adjusted my bill to a meat and two instead of a meat and three, which I appreciated. Now to the important part, the food. The catfish was hot, crispy, and perfectly cooked, not greasy at all, just honest, well done Southern cooking. The turnip greens and field peas were flavorful and comforting, exactly what you hope for in a place like this. The tartar sauce had a slightly sweet twist that I was not expecting, different from the traditional version, but surprisingly excellent. I will need a few more visits before I can fully put that into words, but it worked. Overall, now I understand the buzz. The Brown Bag delivers exactly what it promises, simple, hearty, well prepared soul food served without pretense. I will definitely be back, and now that retirement is on the horizon, I have got all the time in the world to wait on a good meal, unlike you working folks still rushing through lunch.

Great food Great People. I ordered 1/2 Chicken with greens and beans. Perfectly cooked and…read moreseasoned. It's a little off the beaten path, but well worth it.

we went to Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers right after it opened and it was insanely busy. the…read moredrive-through line was literally wrapped out into the street, which was kind of crazy. we had to wait a really long time, and honestly the wait didn't feel worth it at first. but once we finally got our food, it got a lot better. the bread was so yummy and definitely one of the best parts, and the french fries were really good too. everything tasted fresh and hot, which made up for some of the wait. even though it was super hectic, everyone working there was still really nice, which made the experience better. the whole atmosphere felt super energetic and busy because it had just opened, and you could tell everyone was excited to be there, which added to the experience even though it was a little chaotic. overall, the wait was pretty frustrating, especially since the line was out in the street, but the food and the people made it a good experience in the end. i'd still go back, just maybe not when it's that crowded.

Cane's can be a bit hit or miss -- sometimes the wait is super long, other times you get in and out…read morequick. The food itself is solid, though the portions can feel a little small. Every time I've gone, especially around lunchtime at 12, everything has been really fresh. Their customer service is always great too; everyone's been super nice and helpful every time I've gone.

Pulled into Foosackly's today for an early lunch before headin' over to the "Joe" to see if Bama…read morebaseball can put up numbers half as good as these chicken fingers. Y'all, lemme tell ya... the bigger snack had me grinnin' like a possum in a sweet potato patch. Hot, juicy chicken fingers that slap harder than a summer sunburn, and fries so crispy they could double as drumsticks. The service? Fast and friendly, like they been servin' folks this good eatin' since forever. And the spot? Quiet enough this morning to catch some Olympic action while enjoyin' a meal that's nothing short of fabulous. Listen here, if you think there's a better chicken finger joint in the Tuscaloosa/Northport area, bless your heart--go argue with the wall, 'cause I ain't hearin' it. Foosackly's is the gold standard, the crown jewel, the Beyoncé of chicken fingers. Don't sleep on it, sugar.

Friendly service. Good sweet tea. Chicken was good. Wish they had grilled options. The honey…read moremustard sauce was very good. Fries and food came out hot. Restaurant was clean.

The best southern cooking I've tasted in a long time!!The staff is so friendly.The atmosphere is…read moreperfect.chicken strips ,mash potatoes,squash and cabbage are my favorite!!Go see them for some spectacular comfort food!!

We had a great meal! The food is just like my grandma used to make. The service was amazing! We…read morewill definitely be back!

The wings, fries, and veggies are always fresh here! Friendly Customer service is on point too…read more Very clean !

I love atomic wings they are so delicious!! If you like spice over flavor this definitely hits!!read more

Our first visit to Slims. I am so glad we checked it out!…read more The restaurant was clean which is always a plus. Our food came out in about 20 minutes which is a good sign that it is cooked fresh and not sitting under a heat lamp. Will stop here again when we visit Tuscaloosa. You should too!

First visit at this location…read more No wait to order. Food arrived fast and tasted great. Chicken and fries were both cooked perfectly. Great variety of sauces. Easy quick lunch spot.

Great chicken salads! Yummy! Service is great, has a drive thru, quick and fast service! Would…read morerecommend checking it out. Very clean, girls were great, service was excellent!

I know this isn't just your location, but I used CSC for catering with my previous job, and between…read moreTuscaloosa's, Birmingham and Huntsville, I spent hundreds of dollars a week. Since you've upgraded your app, I can't access my points because it was on my work email. Since I retired, I don't have access anymore. I had to use work email for receipts. Did you do this to intentionally wipe out corporate catering account points?

Great food with lots of scrumptious taste! Service is…read moreawesome and atmosphere is comforting. Overall, a good family establishment to enjoy a meal.

We've been coming to Southern Ale House Dockside since they opened and have enjoyed many great…read moredinners here over the years. Tonight was no exception. The crowd was lighter than usual, but the food was still top-notch. I went with the Buffalo Bird, and my wife ordered The Corbell--both with fries. I couldn't resist trying their special side tonight, the Oakra (yes, that's how they spell it!), and it was worth the laugh and the bite. Service can run a little slow at times, and tonight was one of those nights, but once the food hits the table, it's hot, fresh, and flavorful--hard to complain about that. The restaurant is always clean, spacious, and inviting. The patio was full this evening, so we grabbed a table inside, but we still enjoyed the great atmosphere. We love the live music on Thursday nights that carries through the weekend--it adds to the whole lakeside vibe. And speaking of the lake, the view of the water, boats, and docks makes for some prime people-watching (especially the rich folk pulling up in style). It's especially nice not having to fight the crowds in town--especially during a Bama home game! Overall, Southern Ale House Dockside continues to be one of our favorite local spots for good food, good music, and good times.

I went for my birthday lunch and it was great !!! I had Chicken 'n Dumplings , Squash and Fried…read moreGreen Tomatoes . Martha had Beef Tips 'n Rice , Peas and Fried Green Tomatoes . Our waitress was so friendly and polite we will be going back

First time visiting and this is old school southern breakfast and lunch cafe with counter. Staff is…read morefriendly and certainly a locals favorite. Friend took me there (bama alum) and great find. Food is as expected for southern food. Menu has daily mix of the choice of "meat" and "vegetables" with a special on the board. Food was hot and served timely. Friend had hamburger fried steak w mash potatoes and greens. He left nothing on the plate I had the lemon pepper chicken - daily special and fried okra, Lima beans and coleslaw. It was delicious Ambiance hasn't changed in decades. Don't expect more than that and appreciate the nostalgia

The service was the nicest people I dealt with. The shake was amazing and very well put together…read moreand plus how they did the toppings was perfect. The place was so clean and well taken her of.

Wish I could give it less then one star. Horrible customer service. Everyone has an attitude of not…read moregiving a crap about their job. Waited 45 minutes for my food after they forgot me in their parking waiting spots (aka handicap parking) only to not get an apology nor an explanation. If you wanna wait an hour for sub par chicken, zaxbys on McFarland is the place to go. Never going back.