This was a home run from start to finish. Though it was a bit of a hike from South Tuscaloosa, it…read morewas absolutely worth the drive. The wait for our party of 5 wasn't too long and we were seated in a big booth near the bar. Very nice decor, classy but comfortable. All of the servers and staff were super friendly and offered a nice selection of local brews and tasty margaritas. Several of us had the redfish special which was just outstanding! All in all, and outstanding experience. Definitely a repeater for us when next we're in town.

Well after seeing reviews me and wife decided on this for lunch…read more I'll say all the staff were great. Very friendly. But the food?????? Wife wanted a salad and potato skins so went with the wedge which came chopped so more of a chopped salad than a wedge and it was fine. Nothing spectacular. Who potato skins were reminiscent of some frozen ones you heat in the oven. Didn't seem fresh at all. The bacon wasn't that great really and the cheeses was cheese. All in all edible but not enjoyable. I went with the bacon wrapped meatloaf with mashed potatoes with gravy and a side of Mac and cheese. I'll start with the Mac. It was horrible. Sorry don't mean to be a downer but wasn't good at all. The mashed and gravy a big nope. The potatoes weren't all that good. It was like eating a plat of spackle. And the gravy was horrendous. Made bad potato's worse. The meatloaf was ok. Kind of like cafeteria meatloaf. I did eat it but wasn't thrilled. Again not a fan of that bacon so ditched that after one bite. Personally I would not go back and wife agreed. Maybe we got the wrong items but nothing was good.

Walked in and was immediately greeted with that southern hospitality and charm. Laughter and jokes,…read moreeven gave a sample to let us know we came to the right spot after learning it was our first time here. We had just left Dreamland Bbq hungry and disappointed with ribs that tasted bland and boiled. Archibalds ribs were full of flavor, tender and had a nice vinegar sauce, he assured me they were Gluten free and I ordered Beans and potato salad as well. The beans were good but a little sweet for me, and the potato salad was ok as well. My spouse had the Whiting and Fried okra which was not gluten free but said they were really great! We left full and happy! Great prices too, very reasonable!

Archibald's is coming to Birmingham, so I decided to try the original over lunch today…read more I ordered the small mixed plate with ribs and pork. It was a TON of food. Nobody needs the large mixed plate (unless you're sharing it?). The ribs were salty with just a kiss of smoke. Far superior to Dreamland and fall-off-the-bone tender, I thought they were alright. They were moist and very porky. The chopped pork was watery with very little flavor. I wasn't a fan of the bbq sauce either- it mostly water with flecks of yellow mustard and heavy on the black pepper. I'm certain it was just a small container of their mop sauce used in the pit to moisten and flavor the meat as it smokes. Coleslaw was fine. Zesty with a mayonnaise base. There was the distinct bite of dill pickles. I think they just use leftover dill pickle juice to moisten it. The star of the show was the potato salad. Zingy with plenty of mustard it perfectly cut the richness of the fatty meats.

First time at this spot, and my initial impression was positive. I would say, I love, love, love…read morethat they use Big Green Egg's inside the restaurant on the line. If you've never had meat (or VEGGIES!) cooked on a BGE, it will change your life. This fact alone will bring me back to try other things. Before I get into the meal, my only real complaint was that they only had a soda machine and tea. I had brought my mother along, and she already had lunch and wanted just to sit and chat. As it was a very cold day she was gonna order a coffee and they don't offer anything hot! It's definitely an opportunity to expand here even if it was just so simple as putting a Keurig machine in the back. I had the Buffalo Chicken Wrap. It is served with grilled chicken in a grilled wrap and cheddar cheese. If there was a buffalo sauce, I didn't taste any. I was a little disappointed in the wrap. The flavor didn't really stand out as being cooked on the Big Green Egg. The cheese wasn't really melted, which can be a common problem with shredded cheddar cheese, but it also didn't really have the buffalo flavor that I was looking for in a buffalo chicken wrap (maybe it was a Toledo Ohio wrap I don't know just not spicy. ) It served with a side of ranch which I juiced up with some Cholula and that helped. I i'm not knocking the quality of the food because it was good. It just didn't live up to the expectations I had in my head based on the menu description. It also came with a side, which I chose the broccoli salad. This was nicely done with bacon, I believe some quinoa and the broccoli was chopped up nicely so you didn't have huge chunks. Also, it wasn't overly sauced so that would make it runny. Overall I give the property four out five stars. Also, the flavor of the whole meal was fine. Good size portion and good value for your money.

Urban cookhouse is part of our dining rotation when we visit Tuscaloosa…read more Food choices and efficiency of getting into a restaurant without the very... long waits during weekends makes it a great option. Salads are always fresh with options to add grilled steak or chicken Gluten-free choices are available It is a casual dining experience but always clean

Cute little bakery place that I enjoy coming to! The staff are always friendly! I usually get a red…read morevelvet cupcake, but they were almost sold out of everything when I came in around 4:30 on Good Friday! The lady was super nice and explained what things were that I didn't know. I got a vanilla cupcake and I think a butterspritz? Either way they were both delicious! The cupcakes are always a perfect consistency and you don't feel like you have to unhinge your jaw to eat it lol I love this place and can't wait to get a cake from them for my birthday in May!

We were given a big platter of cookies at work. I don't believe I have ever had anything from…read moreCelebrations Bakery. I am now intrigued. I loved how even the sugar cookies weren't too sweet.

Whole wing dinner, sweet potato fries, cheese grits, I had coleslaw. Fried crab claws for an…read moreappetizer. Absolutely awesome, best wings in town, crispy, juicy, seasoned and cooked perfectly. Such an awesome meal, not cheap but worth every penny. Service was great, place is really nice and super clean and organized.

If you know downtown Tuscaloosa, you know getting into Urban Bar & Kitchen usually requires…read morepatience--and a willingness to stand around waiting for the doors to open. But spring break week flipped the script in the best way possible. Tonight, my wife and I met up with some good friends for a pre-retirement dinner, and with the college crowd scattered to the beaches, downtown felt like it belonged to us "seasoned locals" again. No lines, no crowds--just a quick call ahead and we were seated within minutes. That alone felt like a win. We started things off with the fried green tomatoes--a true Southern delicacy and, let's be honest, acid reflux's favorite dance partner. Worth it? Absolutely. These were hot, crispy, and full of flavor. The kind of dish that would make Grandma nod in approval. No shortcuts, just done right. For the entrée, I went with the UBK Pasta--blackened chicken, sausage, and shrimp tossed with corkscrew pasta probably crafted in a cast iron skillet. It came out hot and packed with flavor, carrying just the right amount of spice to keep things interesting without overwhelming the dish. Exactly how I like it. My wife stuck with a proven winner: the shrimp & grits. She's had it before, and once again, it delivered. Consistency matters, and this dish continues to hit the mark every time. Now, not everything was quite as smooth. Our waitress wasn't exactly channeling that warm Southern hospitality you hope for. Let's just say she wasn't "Miss Dolly" serving smiles with a side of charm. The service leaned a bit on the impatient side--subtle (and not-so-subtle) hints that our time at the table was up, including clearing drinks before we were even finished. At one point I joked about going to the restroom but worried I might come back to find my chair gone. Still, when the food is this good, it carries the experience. Urban Bar & Kitchen continues to deliver where it matters most--on the plate. The atmosphere was relaxed thanks to spring break timing, the food was as strong as ever, and the company made it even better. As for the service... maybe she was just ready for her own spring break reunion. Happens to the best of us. Final takeaway: Go for the food--it's consistently excellent. And if you can catch a quieter night like this one, even better.

Great service, delicious food, very nice setting and seating!! Highly recommend to anyone passing…read moreby the area

Ambiance was not bad very chill bbq vibes, no complaints there. Waitress was very nice and helpful…read more I ordered the Rib combo plate came with 2 ribs and "rib tips" which was just chopped up meat? Ribs tasted boiled and then dried out which was the weirdest bbq I've ever had I LOOOVVEE bbq and I took one bite and could not take another. Paid the bill and left. I've been all over the country trying BBQ this is the worst bbq I've ever had sadly. I was so excited to try it I couldn't take another bite. We drove 3 hours from Auburn to Tuscaloosa for the Strawberry Festival ended up trying another bbq place down the street instead. (P.S. Archibalds Rib plate was $10 for 4 ribs and 2 sides, literally 1/2 the cost double the meat and quadruple the flavor) if I'm ever back in the area that's where I'll be headed back to.

Gourmet Pantry catered a Bridesmaid Brunch for my daughter. The food was AMAZING. Jay offered us…read moreso many choices and even added some specialty items after we had decided upon the menu. The food was great. Tasty, and presented in a beautiful fashion. The server was a pleasure to work with and kept the morning moving along, helping with cleanup and the entire take down. That was above and beyond what was expected. If I could give more than 5 stars, I would!! Recommend highly!!

From the owner: Full Service Catering & Event Planning Corporate Luncheons,…read moreDelivery Service, Private & Corporate Events from 2 - 2000, Wedding Receptions and Rehearsal Dinners, On Site Presentation Available, whatever your needs are we can handle it. We offer the finest service and all of our menu items are prepared fresh with the finest ingredients for that extra touch to make your event stand out from the other guys. Give us a call today and let us make your party the success you always wanted.

I was there today for lunch because I have been craving for some De Palma's Spaghetti with…read moreMeatballs, my usual dish, I never get tired of this wonderful dish along with their garlic bread, I don't mind driving 1hr 19 minutes one way just to eat there. Service is fast, the server is very attentive, the ambiance is like you're in little Italy. I will keep coming back!!

Came here for Mother's Day weekend. Great place to get together with family and friends. I get this…read morepasta each time because I love a Greek Italian flair. The only con I had was it took a while for the food to come out (was not a lot of people in the house for late lunch at the time) and my dish was under seasoned. Chicken was great and juicy as always. Our waiter was very professional and checked on us frequently.

My fiancé and I where seriously considering using Jim and Nick to cater our wedding. So we wanted…read moreto stop by and try some of their sides to make a final decision and I am so glad we did. The food was great, I had the bone in chicken and it had a great smoky flavor and he had the pulled pork!! ( he liked it but loved it more once he added there famous bbq). Our server was amazing and very helpful with many suggestions at the ready!! Very clean looking restaurant and cool small bar!!! Thank you Kate for taking great care of us and paying so much detail to the small stuff!!

First time at Jim & Nicks. Took our son who turned one there for ribs for his birthday…read more Everything that came to the table was delicious. From the free biscuits to the ribs beans and fries. The Jalapeño cheddar sausage was to die for. Can tell they use fresh jalapeños. Not the canned crap Restaurant was extremely clean and had a great vibe. Would definitely return for another meal.

Roxy Marie is just a wonderful person who just so happens to be an amazing Chef! Her communication…read moreand responsiveness was superior in every way. She catered our daughter's college graduation brunch and the meal she made us was fantastic! Hire Roxy Marie with total confidence- she will exceed all expectation!

very good ! loved the steak everything was seasoned well and looked exactly how it did in photosread more