I lived in New York City for four years and jumped at the opportunity to try some authentic bagels here in Tuscaloosa and they didn't disappoint. HOWEVER I felt compelled to write this review because although the food was good and the drink options plentiful... My partner and I could not get over the fact that both employees working that Saturday afternoon violated some major food safety regulations. Our food was prepared by an employee who abandoned the use of gloves! Even worse we observed both employees neglecting to wash their hands between counting money, picking up their phone, and scratching their head. Opting rather for the "wipe the hands on their clothes method of cleaning" before handling customer's food. Which means potentially all the food handled was exposed to foreign bacteria. We ate our food but let the employees know that we observed these violations in hopes that they'd alter their methodology and practice more food safety. Because honestly some customers may have weaker immune systems and cannot afford that type of exposure. Loved the bagels and would love to return as soon as we get these guys some gloves. read more

Staff is rude and literally yelled at customers over the bathroom being out of order. She was yelling the entire time she walked across the restaurant and told me I was being a bitch. We walked out without ordering and will never visit again. That is unacceptable behavior. She could have spoken to use in a professional and polite manner instead. read more

Cute place. Nice staff. Seating inside and out. More beer selection than soda. Tasty bagels, good potato salad. Awesome cinnamon rolls!!!!!

Sadly, they no longer serve the lobster rolls. The woman working the counter was a delight to visit with and recommended other restaurants in the area. read more

So on the way back home from eating downtown. I stopped in at Cravings and even though there was mostly beer and wine I was able to find something unique. They had crawfish boudin and New Orleans Ice Cream Company Creole Cream Cheese Ice Cream. It was quite a find and not over priced for the quality. Follow Up Yesterday I showed up on the fly and picked up a half Muffaletta from Cravings after reading they had started making them. Being from New Orleans I am very discerning about my Muffaletta. I always use the Central Grocery standard to scrutinize everyone else's attempts. Yesterday Cravings Muffaletta came as close to Central Grocery as anyone in Tuscaloosa has ever come. 5 Stars hands down best Muffaletta in town. read more

Cravings is a GREAT addition to Tuscaloosa. It has the best bagels you can find down south. The owner is so friendly and really makes the experience over the top. They have a large selection of beers and wines, as well as pizza on the weekends. The pizza is also FABULOUS, a much needed addition to the lacking pizza scene in ttown. read more

every time i want a bagel in this freaking city. It takes over an hour . Please explain how its takes that long to put cream cheese on 5 bagels. I could have made a bagel from scratch in that amount of time. read more

Y'all, the oven roasted turkey sandwich was so delicious and fresh I felt like the turkey Gods came down and blessed it themselves. 15/10 would eat every day. read more

Cravings - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Tuscaloosa, Alabama

Went here for the first time today and loved it!! The bagels are not only delicious but really pretty too! The lox was fresh and delicious! Plus their selection of everything else makes me excited to go back!! The gentleman that helped me was beyond nice, personable, and helpful! I will absolutely be back!!!!!!! 10/10 will recommend!!!! read more

Cravings - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Tuscaloosa, Alabama

This place appears to be heading downhill. Selection of wine has been cut way back. Selection of snacks is one-tenth what it once was. Bagels are not what they once were. Service was OK, but essentially it is a family hanging out on the patio killing time because there are no customers. I think the original owner sold this. Time to try his new place when it opens. read more

I'm in town often visiting friends and have made it into Cravings many times as it is convenient to where I like to stay. They have always had a great selection of unique food and beverage things. Great breakfast sandwiches and Mac and cheese!! I look forward to stopping in next time I'm back! read more

The best part about Cravings is the selection of food you can't get anywhere else in town (at least at this level of quality): pastrami on rye, corned beef, muffaletta, reuben, bagels & lox, even lobster rolls and lobster mac & cheese! Add one of the most extensive beer selections in town and you have one of the best big-city-style restaurants this side of Birmingham. As on July 2019, I still get the sense that this place is trying to figure out what it wants to be. It's not as substantive, bustling, or delectable as an honest-to-god deli restaurant (like Mile End in Birmingham). It used to not have as extensive a menu as they do now, and I hope they maintain the quality sandwiches and hot dishes, even if they are a little pricey. It's a little low on charm/ambiance at the moment; sitting at one of the sidewalk tables is nice, but there's only a couple of them, and the interior still feels more like a store and less like a place to eat and drink. But the fact that you can get what you want so quick makes up for this, and that it's open so late. If it's a choice between this and fast food, it's not even close: ditch the pizza/burger/chicken and get some good food! They picked the right name for the place. I go there when I have a craving for food that you don't traditionally see around here (BBQ). Thank goodness for this place! read more

Four of us ate lunch here today - we were all very pleased. Between us we had the lobster roll, calzone and the small pizza. All were excellent - my favorite was probably the pizza...but hard choice. Not sure why I have waited so long to try this!! read more

This place is a gem! Great service and fabulous food!!! We try to come once a week if possible!! read more

Stopped here for a late afternoon lunch. This is a delightful store/restaurant. I had the New York Pastrami and Swiss on Rye; my mother had roasted turkey with lettuce and tomato on rye. Both were excellent. The NY Pastrami transported me back to my experiences of Pastrami from a NYCity deli. Yes, It was that good! If you have read my reviews of other places here in Tuscaloosa pretending to offer NY Pastrami sandwiches; you know I have high standards as to what qualifies. Its menu is limited but its better to do a few things well, then offer a broad menu and have the dishes be mediocre. The bagels, while I didn't choose to have the sandwich on one, look like the real deal. You know genuine Jewish style bagels where the dough is boiled before baked. I'm going to have to come back just to make sure. This place has a wide selection of candies cherished as a kid from the 60s. There is also a wide selection of wines and beers from apparently everywhere for sale. Grab a six pack cartoon to mix n Match your beer selection. As well as novelty items like wine flavored ice cream and hard to find meats and sausages. Check them out! read more

Completely messed up my order, and yelled at someone for ordering a sandwich at 12 pm? When they start serving lunch at 11? Worker was incredibly rude and I will not be coming back considering I had to throw away my food immediately after opening it. When someone says they don't want something on their food why would you put it on? Literally allergic to onions and here they are still on my food. Disappointing and a waste of money. read more

I LOVE the food selection here. Got quiche and macaroons tonight, excited to try the mac and cheese next time I come. Pat was awesome.

amazing breakfast sandwiches and simple lunch sandwiches. great drink selection!! highly recommend if you just need a quick grab and go!

Been in several times to buy beer. They have an amazing selection. Today I decided to try their food. The meatball sub was unbelievable. They have a homemade sauce which I wish they would sell by the jar. My wife had the breakfast sandwich and she loved it. This is a place you don't always think about for food, but you should. The food is amazing. read more

Great pizza! We tried the Detroit style pizza. If you love a thick crunchy crust then this is your pizza! They have quick service and are super friendly. Outdoor seating is quaint and a great place to enjoy downtown Tuscaloosa. read more

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I have dreams about the bacon, egg, and cheese bagels. They are delicious, and a great pick me up on a bad day! One of my favorite spots in Tuscaloosa. read more

Huge beer selection with breweries from all over the south represented, great NY style breakfast options and sandwiches, plus top-notch pizza. read more

If it was possible, I'd give this establishment a negative rating. The fact that there is a global pandemic happening and the workers are openly not wearing masks properly and handling the food after rudely being on their phones in front of paying customers is no way to run a business. The sanitary measures are mind boggling as it is and being on your phone using the gloves you are handling food with is beyond disgusting. It's absolutely absurd that it takes over 45 minutes to toast a plain bagel with butter. Not pleased with this experience and my money will no longer be going towards supporting this poorly run business. Seriously, do better. read more

One of my favorite spots in Tuscaloosa! Their selection is so unique. I usually go to Cravings to get 4 or 5 different beers to see which ones I want to purchase 6 packs of later. Friendly staff and great location! read more

One of the saddest things about graduating and leaving Tuscaloosa is that I can't go to cravings anymore! Here is a list of my favorite things to get there! 1. The craft beer and build your own six packs! 2. The wine selection (great for gifts) 3. THE FOOD! Some of the best in Tuscaloosa. The crab quiche is great! 4. The atmosphere! It's laid back and they have several TVs and board games to pass the time or hang with friends! Give them a try! You won't regret it! read more

I love the novelty items that Cravings has all throughout its store such as wine ice cream and different types of frozen meat. Their wine selection in the back is decent. I also bought a pound of wild boar patties for $9 which is much less than what I would pay for in a restaurant. I wish they did more with their interior or did something with their shelves so it feels less like a warehouse that just forgot to unpack their shipments. I'm surprised that Cravings has not hosted wine or beer tastings yet. I feel like that would attract an audience, especially since Carpe Vino hosts those frequently. Based on their great selection that they have, this hopefully will be something they may do in the future. I haven't tried the pastries yet because they didn't seem as appetizing. However, there are so many things in this store that look fun to try. It makes visiting this place feels like an adventure each time because you leave with something different or unexpected. read more

This place had a great craft beer selection and although the selection of fresh foods is small, so far everything has been delicious. Yesterday I had the spinach quiche, which was amazing and today I tried the caprisi salad, which was very good as well. One of the newest features that I'm most excited about is the "requests" list for craft beers. I'm about to move to Tuscaloosa from Dallas and now I will be able to continue enjoying the Dallas craft beers that I have come to enjoy ( and even spread the love to Tuscaloosa!). read more

Always my favorite place in T-town!!! The owner is the sweetest, and the employees are great. The owner truly believes in providing the best quality food and if always traveling to different states to learn from the best. My favorite is the Lox Bagel!! So fresh and good! read more

Amazing macarons! Some of the best I've had. Such a fun assortment of things! Will definitely be back read more

Cravings - Amazing macarons! Cravings has an unique assortment of beers, wines, and other speciality groceries. Such a fun place to browse! - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Tuscaloosa, Alabama

Cravings is a great place to stop by and pick up some fun and unique snacks, beer, and wine. We also love their menu selection--especially their breakfast bagels and lobster rolls. Friendly staff too! read more

Love coming here and treating myself to a steak and egg bagel. The black and white cookies are great. Service is always spot on.

ABSOLUTE WORST BAGEL EVER! Please don't waste your time at this dump! All workers are severely incompetent, took them 45 minutes to make a bagel- a f*cking sandwich. Everything about this place other than the beer selection was pitiful. DO NOT GO HERE!! read more

Great spot for today's lunch - very tasty, lean corned beef sandwich, big enough to share. Unbelievable non-alcoholic beverage and beer selections. Nice collection of wines too. Oh, a collection of candies, some of which you haven't seen since you were a kid! Very engaging cordial staff. Carry-out or eat-in at their tables or booths. The deli/restaurant is spotless and offers a wide menu for the entire day. Will definitely come back! read more

Today was my first visit but it won't be my last. I got the bagel with lox, cream cheese, capers, red onions and tomato. It was delicious and I can't wait to return to try other items. I was really on the hunt for an Asiago bagel but the garlic worked well with the lox. read more

This is by far the best place to drink in town. It's an amazing arrangement of beer and wine and since they allow you to drink it there, it's the best prices in downtown. They also have some good NOLA comfort food and frequently change their menu up so there's always something to look for. If you're looking for wine and dessert, this is also a great place because their Brownie Cheesecake is delicious. read more

Bagels are amazing, had the bacon, egg and cheese on blueberry bagel. Coffee is good and hot. Cool collection of beers, energy drinks and wines. read more

This place is the bomb! It's like a mini trip to NoLa without leaving T Town. Upon walking in, the cashier asked if it was our first time. When we answered yes he gave us a full tour of everything the store had. (And boy, was it a lot!) I ordered a plain bagel with egg and cheese. For an egg and cheese bagel, this thing had flavor! This store has it all. From a chill place to grab a beer in the afternoon and play games with friends, a muffuletta, or a salmon bagel, it's got it all. I will be back! read more

Not only is the selection absolutely a dream, but the customer service is very down to earth and not to mention efficient. I work for Crimson 2 Go and they always have the order ready for me to pick up and 100% of the time have every item handpicked and ready for their customer. I've eaten here a few times too and I knew it was a specialty restaurant, but it exceeded my expectations completely! I want Cravings to stay here forever! read more

This is one of the best places I've ever been to. The ONLY place to get an authentic breakfast sandwich in Tuscaloosa. For those Northeasterners, fear not as Cravings flies in their bagels made with that coveted New York water. The owner Dan is always looking to deliver the best possible experience to his customers and really cares about his craft. If you come, make sure to get the Mac and Cheese, believe me it will change your life. The beer selection is impeccable at incredible prices. Perfect spot to grab a cold one to wash down the phenomenal Roast Beef. Cannot recommend this place enough to anybody local or tourist. read more

I ran in here this morning to get some mints before a meeting. I thought it was going to be like the Kwik Snak that use to be around the corner from the Martha Jamison School of Dance we would go to after ballet lessons, 50 years ago. Well, this ain't your mamma's Kwik Snak. There are throwback brands of snacks, plus a variety of new, lesser-known brands from start up companies. The owner, a Brooklyn transplant, has authentic bagels brought in from NY, muffuletta bread and olive salad from NOLA, and homemade, quiche, salads and desserts. Once you get past that yumminess, you are in a world of such beer and wine variety, your head will spin! My nervana moment was to discover that he carries CAKE BREAD CHARDONAY AND CABERNET SAVIGNON. I did not expect that at all. If you haven't stopped in, please do! It's worth the effort. read more