Session Bar is THE BEST spot for a cocktail in TTown! We used to live in Tuscaloosa and remember…read morewhen it opened. It has impressed us for years and never wavered. They are passionate mixologists who are obviously well trained and spot on! We loved our drinks and conversation with the gorgeous and delightful Jessica. A must stop if you are in the city. Nice, casual, chill atmosphere with a youthful-masculine slant. Surpasses some popular haunts in New Orleans, where we live now. Just go!

This place looks so unassuming from the outside but it's so cool inside! Trendy and upscale with…read morefreshly made mixes. I love they support a different cause each month by using proceeds from a specific drink of the month. We went on Wednesday which happens to be whiskey Wednesday- lucky us! We tried the Southern Baptist, the Hightower, and an old fashioned. The Southern Baptist is fantastic if you like ginger, which I do!! The Hightower was light and refreshing with a touch of honey. The old fashioned was classic! This is a fun place to hang out!

Best bar in Tuscaloosa!!! Amazing drinks and servers! I love catch sooooo much! Everyone should goread more

Came highly recommended and it didn't miss particularly for their infused drinks. Tried the peach…read morebourbon and it was good. Plenty of options to pick from and a great for the price as well.

The bacon-wrapped figs are delish! We had the sweetest waitress. The live musician made some…read morederogatory statements, and she came over to apologize and make sure we knew those were not her or the establishment's opinions. I trust the owners took note and won't have them back. The building is cool. We sat in a cozy booth. We will try again!

While visiting my stepson at the U of Alabama, my wife and I heard that the Sanctuary was a cool…read moreplace. It definitely is! This former church has been turned into a great restaurant with live music. There's plenty of tables and a bar with a huge screen for sports. The band sets up in the corner up front. The food here is all small plates. Since there were 4 of us, we ordered quite a few. Some favorites were the Pork Belly Tacos, Steak Tacos, Chicken Salad Sliders, and the Steak A La Plancha. Together, with nice glasses of wine, this was an excellent dinner! The restaurant is off the beaten path from downtown and parking on the street is easy. If you're looking for something different, check out The Sanctuary!

The Alcove is one of our best bets when we hit Tuscaloosa for a game. A massive selection of…read morebeers, a great chill atmosphere and a mature but rowdy crowd make it worth the stop. Pros: The beer list is stellar featuring plenty of local, regional and popular craft brews. I'm told their bourbon selections were equally good and fairly priced. Prices are acceptable. It's not divey, but it's a bar in a college town. Still, it's chill enough to keep TVs pumping in additional SEC action without being overpowered with loud shitty music. Excellent live music on occasion. The outdoor setup is great. Cons: I wish they had food, but it's not a huge deal. Service can be a little odd in that everyone is so friendly, bartenders don't move super fast. The bathrooms are small and awkwardly placed. Conclusion: It's always on our list for a visit. Great beer and cocktail lounge and very ideal in the fall to sit outside. We can and do come back.

Great beer list. Friendly locals. Nice quiet ambience. Very chill compared to most of Tuscaloosa.read more

The Lookout is one of the best rooftop spots in Tuscaloosa if you're looking for a great view, good…read morevibes, and a relaxed night out. Sitting right above Hotel Indigo, the atmosphere alone makes it worth it the sunset over the Black Warrior River is absolutely beautiful and gives the whole place a perfect backdrop for a night out with friends or a date. Anna and Jackson provided excellent customer service

Love this place located on the Tuscaloosa Riverwalk. Great for a an after-work wine down or a group…read moreget-together. I went on a Wednesday and surprisingly, it was busy. There was a birthday party/dinner and a company wine-down all so there's plenty of room for large groups. Although it took a while to get someone to my table; the service ended up being pleasant. The crab cakes were a little salty but very good and the brussels paired well with them although my meal consisted of an appetizer and a side. Overall it was a chill atmosphere with great views. I recommend going during sunset.

I was not particularly impressed with this place when a friend and I visited on a Friday night…read more The atmosphere is very relaxed and cool, which I did really like. Their decorations give off high-end vibes and make the place feel more up-scale and sophisticated. Because of this, I found the music playing not fitting for the evening. When we walked in, it was club style music that I would rather dance to, not sit, chat, and have a few drinks to. It did not match the vibe and took away from the atmosphere. We ordered a mexican pharmacy at the bar, which my friend had recommended to me. I was not impressed, but that is on me, as I should have paid more attention to the menu. I did appreciate watching the bartender make the drink, as they obviously had great expertise behind the bar. My biggest complaint was that the drink was about 6 oz and cost me $15. My overall impression of this speakeasy was just a feeling of being underwhelmed. It is obviously popular, and I would love to try more from the expert bartenders, but I struggle paying their prices and find the atmosphere in contrast to the point of the bar.

Went in tonight for drinks at 11pm and got basically cussed out by a worker off the clock or…read moresomething. A couple of friends and i walked in around 11pm, and i don't know if i was a worker off the clock or something but there was this woman sitting at the bar with her feet on another barstool, on her laptop, halfway through a cocktail and clearly drunk. As soon as we came up the steps, she yells, "How the f*ck do people keep getting in this is the third group!" Mind you, the door was unlocked and wide open. Then, she finally acknowledges us and says "sorry we're closed." I work at a very busy bar here in Tuscaloosa, and I can understand being annoyed, but saying something like that in front of customers coming into your establishment is so incredibly gross. I had an offer to work here and this completely turned me off I will not be coming back.

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.

My family is from Tuscaloosa, Ala so this is home whenever I'm here I make sure I make my presence…read moreknown.......................................................... ..................................roll tide roll.....................................................

Came here to have drinks for my birthday.it was a Thursday night so they were doing karaoke and…read moreplaying some r&b music.the vibe was nice,but I think the night was really for the old heads

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!

Everything about Hopper's Corner Bar is what you want for your night out in Tuscaloosa!!…read moreHopper's provides unbelievable customer service while providing some of the best crafted cocktails available anywhere in town. If you've never visited this absolute Diamond of what a bar should be in Tuscaloosa, you've missed out! Go check it out. You'll find your new go to once you experience a night at Hopper's!