I came in in a Thursday morn around 830. Not many people here but they were busy at the grill. people kept coming in and picking up food so it must be popular with the going to work crowd. i am retired so i don't have that issue. :) sausage and egg Bagel was on point. very good with plenty of seasoning. service was very fast and food arrived quickly. It's a nice place. clean with plenty of seating. read more

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I was excited to try their NY Bagels when in the area! For breakfast sandwiches, you choose between a NY Bagel, Croissant, Biscuit or Wheat Bread. There were several to choose from even a fun looking rainbow bagel. I got the bacon, egg & cheese on asiago bagel and loved it. My husband really enjoyed his ham, egg & cheese on a plain bagel. They make them to order, no prepared egg patty (yay!), so it took a couple of minutes which I'd wait double the time for if needed. There is a large fridge section of specialty beers & wines. I enjoyed checking them out while I waited. There are also several cozy seating options that looked inviting to post up for hours doing work or enjoying time with others. There are a few tables out front too. I'd definitely go back when in the area and hope to one day try their lunch specials too. read more

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Super cute place, stopped in for a quick breakfast before my son's college tour. Food was amazing & service was great. Must try when your in Tuscaloosa read more

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Best wood fired pizza! The prosciutto and arugula pizza was heavenly salty, savory, and with a peppery kick from the arugula. The crust was light, crisp, and had a lovely char. Pairing it with a glass of red wine made for an amazing evening. read more

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

Always solid. Never had a bad meal here. It's become our go to breakfast spot when in Tuscaloosa. The bagels are surprisingly very good. There is something for everyone. The hash brown casserole was delish as well. read more

Cravings - Hash brown casserole - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Tuscaloosa, Alabama

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Bagel lox and cream cheese is really good ...............................................................fair prices service was great

Terrible staff. Slow and didn't get food right after multiple attempts. Simple order took forever and still didn't get what I asked for.

Bagels always hit. I got the Conecuh egg and cheese and added cream cheese and it was amazing. Some of the best breakfast in Alabama if you're looking for something quick to pick up. read more

Cravings - Conecuh Sausage Egg & Cheese, everything bagel - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Tuscaloosa, Alabama

The bagels were fresh and had the perfect chew! We had the lox bagel, very flavorful and a plain bagel. We also tried the cinnamon roll and my daughter ate every bit! read more

My tram from work was getting together and since there is outdoor seating, decided to meet here! We had an enjoyable visit outside although it was much colder than I realized. The service was excellent. Especially since one team member forgot her mask. They provided her one no problem. Our food was great! My only suggestion which may not even be possible, is to install a propane portable heater outside We probably would have stayed longer, but we were freezing after sunset! read more

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I got a gluten free bagel and it was amazing!! Highly recommend this for gf and regular diets! I got a sausage, egg, and cheese bagel with avocado and it was so yummy! read more

I've been coming here every now and then ever since I moved to Tuscaloosa. It's really close to my apartment and like the reviews have said the food is usually good. However, after what I experienced today I can no longer say I feel comfortable eating at this establishment. I ordered a sausage bagel sandwich. While the bagel was toasting, the lady who was handling the kitchen took my proteins on a small spatula and then placed the food on a shelf that is more than likely pretty dirty. See the photo below. I'm no health expert by any means, but this seems like a very obvious health code violation so because of this I threw the sandwich in the garbage and left. I spoke to the manager on the restaurant's Facebook page, or supposedly the manager, and he gave me some scripted BS response that I personally wasn't buying. Part of me feels like things won't change with a simple complaint. I would avoid eating here due to bad food practices. If they are willing to be this unsanitary right in front of a customer who knows what else goes on behind the scenes. There is a truth behind Gordon Ramsay's Kitchen Nightmares and Bar Rescue, people. Just look at my photo for evidence. read more

Cravings - Food left on a more than likely very dirty shelf. The people in front of me had their ingredients put on a plate. - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Tuscaloosa, Alabama

Stopped for a quick lunch and the food was amazing! So good we couldn't decide between breakfast or lunch so we tried both. Bagels were so fresh and delicious. Chicken salad in the croissant was amazing too. Would definitely come back! read more

Cravings - Egg and cheese plain bagel - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Tuscaloosa, Alabama

Breakfast was perfect! Just the right amount of food. Wish you could build your own biscuit or toast or add a la carte items to your sandwich. Love that they use conecuh sausage. Cute, cozy place. Offers mimosas and local beers. Will definitely return. read more

Another 'Rona review: Kind of disappointing. Good service and pet friendly. The ole lady and I were driving from N.O. to Indiana and got hungry... In the past we stopped a Moe's for BBQ. Don't know if it is still there, that would have been a better option.. Why on earth did I order a Lobster roll in the middle of Alabama... As another disclaimer: I live in Maine for 3-years... The lobster roll was pretty poor. My ole lady had the sushi? (it was some sort of tuna item..) And according to her, it was "not her favorite"... The mac and cheese was farfalle with velveeta cheese poured over top. Not good at all. I guess they are known for their pizza but they weren't offering it the day we attended. I think that would've been a better option. read more

I think if I would have come a bit earlier my food would have been a bit more fresh and not so "reheat" quality. I wanted the quiche Lorraine, but they were out at 2p, so I settled with the spinach quiche. It was ok, good consistency but could tell it was just reheated from a cooler because the center was still cool. The crust was flimsy and tasteless. Now, my partner ordered the Rueben sandwich and it was to die for and it was made fresh. So, I will be coming back for an earlier lunch sometime this week and hopefully with a better update! Now the wine selection and unique beverage cooler selection does make this place a very unique experience. So, hopefully the food on my next visit will be of better quality, because the overall atmosphere and experience are 5 star quality. read more

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

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Good food, good pricing, great location...friendly staff and outdoor seating was a plus read more

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

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My family and I love to drop into Cravings every chance we get. Naturally the kids love the amazing variety of unique sodas and vintage candies but we all have a healthy appreciation for their menu as well. The bagels are fantastic. (My last order was a jalapeño bagel loaded with cream cheese and capers and it was out if this world delicious). My son will save up his allowance to splurge on their lobster rolls (Connecticut style). My daughter loves the quiche. But let's talk about their newest offering. Pizza. Not just any pizza - Detroit pizza. Imagine a deep dish pizza with a nice crunchy edge. Got it? Now completely dismiss that notion from your mind. This house made dough offers the sensation of a deep dish pizza crust without the heaviness. Most notably - the entire perimeter of this 8x10 slab of goodness is encased in cheese. Crispy, crunchy "deliberately burnt" white cheddar. Oh. My. Gosh. This pizza was crafted with intention and it was obvious each element (crust to cheese to marinara) was selected with great care. This pizza could very well change the course of your life. Having yet another reason to love this place makes my heart (and belly) happy. I enjoy talking to the owner and hearing his passion come through as he proudly describes his offerings. This is the kind of local place Tuscaloosa needed to serve the niche foodie market. Out of state students love being able to find regional favorites. I love that Cravings has brought some many new favorites into my little corner of the world! I'm a customer for life! read more

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Customer service, great! Bagel, as good as you can get down here. It's not exactly NY but what can ya do. I wanted to leave a review to say if you're going to charge me for cream cheese you need to at least give me cream cheese. I don't see why it wouldn't be layered on thick or at least enough to taste it. Thanks! read more

Cravings - Not nearly enough - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Tuscaloosa, Alabama

This place has the best Reuben sandwich in Tuscaloosa. I'm from upstate New York and am used to getting a good Reuben at any diner, but there really isn't any place in town that does it right. The bread is thick and toasted and not wet from the dressing. The sauerkraut is not rinsed to much that you can't tell if there is sauerkraut or not. I love it when you have a little of the sour in every bite. The meat is good quality. Some other places in town boast lots of meat, but it's not very good quality. This meat was a medium portion but great quality. Loved it and will be back read more

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

Cute place, lots of selections of beer and wine. I had the New Orleans muffaletta. It was good but not as good as what you get from Central grocery in New Orleans. read more

Cravings - New Orleans muffaletta - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Tuscaloosa, Alabama

Their food menu isn't the biggest, but it's phenomenal food. Thor beer and wine selection is exceptional. The staff is so friendly and attentive. Best of all, the place is SO CLEAN read more

We expected more but this place is kinda sad. They are more a beverage place than a food place but there are a lot of people here. Not much seating and they do disposable everything. The menus are really fancy and so are the prices but it looks like a semi stocked convince store that has a toaster and a griddle. We ordered 2 bagels with cream cheese and one with butter to go. Took about 20 minutes on a Sunday morning. read more

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Wow! I did not know this place existed until we stumbled in while waiting for another restaurant. The next morning we went to get some sandwiches. They hit the spot, that's for sure. Lit, crazy, movie. I would recommend (especially for the morning after a night out with the girls). Get yourself a bagel sandwich! read more

Cravings - Bacon, egg, and cheese on an everything bagel - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Tuscaloosa, Alabama

I usually have a wonderful experience ordering from Cravings on Door Dash. I went in with my two daughters on the morning of 11/23/24. One daughter and I got the same item except mine was to be gluten free. When we got to the car I saw that nothing was labeled gluten free. I went back in with the two bagels and asked them which was which. An employee opened one up and said this one is gluten free, the one in my left hand. I got back to the car and gave my daughter the one in my right hand. I bit into mine and knew right away that it was not a gluten free bagel, I've had to be gluten free for 11 years now. I took it back inside and asked that it be remade. We thought it was solved when the employee stated that one was gluten free. It wasn't taken seriously at all. I ended up paying for the new one even thought it was their mistake when they could have taken a marker and put 'GF' on the gluten free one the first time around. It's like a game of guess which one has the poison. read more

Staff is extremely rude and were arguing with each other in order to determine if they should take the next set of orders or wait. Meanwhile, the cook was scratching his beard with the same gloves that he wore to prepare the food. I tried to order the lobster roll and the lady at the register just shook her head and rudely said they don't have those here. I would suggest updating the menu. read more

When the old owner sold Cravings it went downhill. They used to have a great beer selection now it's worse than the corner gas station selection! It just sucks, they should just close up for good!! Sorry not sorry read more

Food is pretty good but you will be waiting at least 30 minutes for one bagel. Order online because those orders take priority.

Yummy breakfast! Bagel egg, sausage, cheese sandwiches delish and the cinnamon rolls were off the charts! Thought we were taking one to go but ate it at the table! Definitely coming back. read more

Reasonably priced, delicious. My first time going, but I think this might be the best place in town for a breakfast sandwich. The lunch sandwiches were fantastic as well. read more

Hands down my new favorite lunch spot. Stopped by yesterday with my daughter and finally got one of their lobster rolls. It. Was. Incredible. Whether you're looking for breakfast, lunch, or unique food and beverages you'll find it all here. And seriously go crazy making yourself a 6 pack (or 2) from their massive wall of beers. You won't be disappointed. read more

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

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Popped in here for a quick breakfast. Bagel sandwiches were freshly made and delicious and I'm sure many who live downtown must hit the place regularly. I did not expect a bagel this good, this far south! Pros: The bagels were great. Well toasted and just a little chewy to hit the right spot. The eggs on the sandwich were made fresh (always positive!) and there was plenty of gooey cheese. I think they went a little light on the bacon, but it was 2 thick slices which did the job! They have an incredible and interesting collection of items. A large wine and beer selection of plenty of quality and local favorites and a large collection of candies that I haven't seen in forever. Service was fine and efficient and the woman at the counter was incredibly pleasant. Cons: The space is large, but it's a little weirdly empty. I'm guessing they get very busy on the weekday mornings. Coffee was classic (cheap) drip coffee stored in a thermos - it's certainly not an attraction but weird not to improve coffee for a place that serves breakfast all day. The owner/manager was either training a new employee or not a super-great boss. The poor kid who was taking phone orders (until they decided to stop...but still answer the phone?) and toasting bagels looked a little hurried and the owner seemed frustrated. I get it (maybe he was new), but it was so visible and I felt very bad for the poor kid. Conclusion: For a main event of quality eats and an extra of intriguing beers, wines and candies, Cravings is well worth a stop. If I were a regular, I'd ask them to up their coffee game to make it a full one-stop shop! read more

Best pizza in the city. Thick crust, but no doughy. Outer edges are perfectly crusty, pizza itself is light and fresh. You can tell ingredients are top quality and fresh. A step above any pizza in our area. read more

Cravings - Detroit style pizza - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Tuscaloosa, Alabama

My dad and I traveled to Tuscaloosa for an event that I was in and we ate here around 10pm. We walked in and was greeted. The place was clean. The service here was not very good. There was only one guy working, about mid 20's, brown hair, he didn't speak to us other than to take our order. He didn't offer us any details on how to order or what was good. My dad placed his order and he immediately told him the total without even asking if I would like anything myself since I was ordering with him. We only realized after sitting down that drinks or side item would be a separate cost than the food. It was kind of frustrating because we had never been there before and was offered no instruction on how to place an order, or that a drink would be seperate. Despite the service, the food was great, but pricey. Two sandwiches ended up costing us $25, plus another $6 for drinks. read more

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

Great pepperoni calzone from cravings! I always have such a great experience dealing with the staff here! read more

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

I stopped in here close to closing looking for a bottle of wine. I was impressed with their friendliness & welcoming attitudes the wine is priced well- not overpriced like you might find in smaller stores. And I had to grab a piece of caramel cake & it was worth the calories! read more

Cravings - Caramel cake & rosè - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Tuscaloosa, Alabama

This pizza was the best! We tried both the Sicilian and Detroit style and they were both delicious. read more

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

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A perfect place in the heart of Downtown Tuscaloosa. Bagels to die for (the rainbow is my favorite) and really nice outdoor seating. Great customer service and I ALWAYS leave with a full stomach. read more

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

I have decided that whenever we come up for business I HAVE to come get the brisket, eggs and cheese on croissant!! DROOL WORTHY!! Staff is friendly and it's a great little place with a great vibe. Love checking out the wines while I wait. read more

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