If you're looking for great food, a fun atmosphere, and a place full of character, The Avenue Pub…read moreis a must-visit! The food was absolutely amazing -- fresh, flavorful, and worth every bite. From the moment you walk in, the rustic vibe and welcoming atmosphere make you feel right at home. Great service, great people, and even better food. Get the Salty Dog and Blackberry Smash! Definitely a spot we'll be coming back to. Roll Tide, Alabama!

The service was awesome Brittany was great…read more The Thai nachos was good! The steak sandwich was way salty.

food: pretty good. i had the monterey burrito. a bit too much rice for me (and that's saying…read moresomething bc i LOVEE rice). the portion ratio for meat to rice was off. but it was still good. the chips were sooooo good. the seasoning they use is top tier! and the guacamole and pico de gallo were so fresh!! drinks: mediocre. but good to go with the food. environment: we went on cinco de mayo so it was a little loud. but overall a nice party-ish atmosphere. our server Luka was working his tail off! my initial rating was going to be 3 stars. luka bumped it to 4. there was also a bartender with brunette hair and sunglasses in her hair with a bad attitude. that didn't help the experience at all. wouldn't mind coming back soon!

Great top shelf Tequila. Lovely waitresses. Classy environment. Outdoor upstair seating…read more Aubrey was our lovely bartender and the Margaritas were spot on!

This was our first visit to Forte in Tuscaloosa, and I really wanted it to be love at first bite…read more The restaurant itself sets the mood perfectly -- clean, stylish, and with a bar area that practically waves you in for a drink before you can say "just water for me." The outdoor seating is a gem, especially on these cool October evenings when the humidity finally gives us a break. Dinner started off strong with a Caesar salad that hit all the right notes -- crisp, fresh, and flavorful. The croutons, though? Let's just say they could double as home defense. Then came my Mushroom Cream Pasta, rich and delicious in flavor, but the noodles were a bit too enthusiastic about staying firm -- more "al dente" than I ordered. My wife's Pan-Seared Salmon fared better -- flaky, well-seasoned, and politely reminding my pasta who's boss. The staff, to their credit, were wonderful -- friendly, attentive, and even comped my dish (which I insisted wasn't necessary). Despite tonight's hiccup, I'll be back. Forte has the charm, the service, and the potential -- I just hope next time my pasta decides to soften up a little!

I loved this restaurant! A must stop in Tuscaloosa! The salmon and creme brûlée were amazing!!…read more The service was also terrific and it was a beautiful restaurant!

Wow! A spot-on real deal Mexican restaurant in the outskirts of Tuscaloosa! Who would have thunk…read moreit? OK, we're big-time Tex-Mex food fans, but we find it quite difficult to find high-quality Tex-Mex or even Mexican restaurants in the US south outside of Texas. This place is a game changer. When we stopped here, we were prepared to be disappointed in issuing two or three star rating at the most. Every single item we ordered was tasty and delectable. Our entrées were Carne Asada; and, Shrimp of the Devil (Camerones el Diablo). Both were fresh, tasty, and delicious. The shrimp were prepared in a special hot sauce, which was in an of itself, delectable (but only if you have a big glass of water to drink). My wife liked it so much she just wanted to taste the sauce! We weren't going to have dessert, but after watching several dessert pass by via the waitress to other tables, we decided order Flan and a mixture of a sopsvilla with fried ice cream. Ugh! Spectacular! If you're in the Tuscaloosa area, go and enjoy. It's worth it. Prices are reasonable. There's a happy hour for drinks. We had two margaritas each: very very good. This restaurant is located directly across the street from brand new Holiday Inn in Tuscaloosa at Cottondale, AL 35453.

Perhaps my experience might've been better had I known that this was a different type Mexican…read morerestaurant than it is. I'm guessing this is more true Mexicano than what I'm used to. Attached to a gas station with a door between the two; and restrooms in the gas station side only. The food was not to my taste, service was slow (and there were only four tables with customers at the time, including ours), and the wrestling decor was just a turnoff for me. I must be more of a Tex-Mex person. But if what I'm describing is your thing, then you may enjoy it. I will say that the other couple dining with my husband and me did really enjoy their food. But hubby and I won't be returning.

Love the Spaghetti Fajita. So good, and was not a long wait. I'll go again. Prices were reasonable.read more

The food was outstanding. Get the flan! It cost three dollars, and it was killer good. The…read moreservice was excellent also.

The entrance people were great and the whole setup is very nice. The food was surprisingly…read moredelicious too. The server I had wasn't very great at serving and that server even pressured me constantly to hurry up and leave(even though that sever never said anything mean not aggressive nor told me to hurry up. But just kept pushing that vibe towards me constantly so I got up and left before I was even finished with my order). Still a great place to eat.

I had street tacos with chicken. Chicken and was dry but there was a good bit of it. They came as 3…read morebut I only at one. The place is ok. Nothing exciting to write home about ‍

The food was very delicious, the service was quick and the restaurant was clean. I had the fajita…read morechicken and I would get it again.

Well now, when one of your boys asks you to meet for breakfast, you just go ahead and make that…read morenoble fatherly sacrifice, right? So that's exactly what I did--hauled myself over to Pastor's Kitchen to start the day off right (or at least try to). We sat down for a quick bite before heading out to conquer the world--or at least our to-do lists. I went with the ol' faithful: scrambled eggs and bacon. My son decided to get fancy with the breakfast tacos. Now, I've got to say, my bacon came out a little more crispy than Christian, bless its heart. The scrambled eggs were... well, let's just say I've had the same thing at about a dozen other spots in town. Nothing to write home about, but it filled the tank. Normally, Pastor's hits the mark--they're known for good grub and even better vibes. The place was spotless, the staff was friendly as always, and the Christian music humming in the background gave it that easy-going, Sunday-morning feel even on a weekday. So while today's breakfast wasn't exactly divine intervention, the company made up for it. After all, breakfast with your boy is always time well spent--even if the bacon's a little too close to burnt offering status.

My favorite Mexican spot in Tuscaloosa. Wonderfully small, full of kind people, super fast service,…read moreI highly recommend the Pechuga à la Plancha. Unbelievable marinade, beans, rice, some fresh and hot tortillas. It's my favorite lunch. Lengua tacos are also really amazing and don't forget to end it off with some esquites, corn with cheese, lime, and chili powder. It's the most delightful dessert. Don't ever change, Antojitos.

I had two tostadas and an agua fresca that was cantaloupe-flavored. The tostadas were really good,…read morebut the agua fresca was the highlight of the meal. They have a small, comfortable seating area that doesn't offer much space. Parking is somewhat limited. This place would be perfect if they served chips and salsa.