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!

Best BBQ in Tuscaloosa. Food was better and cheaper than Dreamland. The people were much nicer as…read morewell. This will be my BBQ spot when I move to Tuscaloosa in a few months!! ROLL TIDE!!!

The Brown Bag Restaurant in Northport has been a staple for good eats for as long as I can…read moreremember. I can't tell you how many times people have recommended it for lunch, yet I never managed to stop in and experience it for myself until today. My work schedule and the Bag's hours always seemed to clash, and since it's a bit off the beaten path, it stayed in the "out of sight, out of mind" category. Now, as I'm approaching full retirement, I finally had the time to swing by and see what all the fuss was about. Upon arrival, the first sign you're in the right place is the parking lot. It's packed, about like a blue tick on a hound dog. Stepping inside, don't expect anything fancy. The interior is old school with faded paint and a no frills setup. Your food is served in Styrofoam containers with plastic utensils. But that's part of the charm. Who needs fine china when you're filling your gizzard with good soul food? The place was full and I managed to grab one of the last open tables under the roof. I then waited for the waitress who was running laps across the dining area, taking orders, refilling drinks, checking out customers, and handling everything in between. If you come anywhere near lunch hour, don't expect Jimmy John's Freaky Fast service. You're here to slow down and enjoy the experience. When I ordered, I went with a catfish fillet, turnip greens, field peas, fried green tomatoes, a side of cornbread, and tartar sauce for the fish. The fried green tomatoes did not make it out with the order, but the waitress was very apologetic and adjusted my bill to a meat and two instead of a meat and three, which I appreciated. Now to the important part, the food. The catfish was hot, crispy, and perfectly cooked, not greasy at all, just honest, well done Southern cooking. The turnip greens and field peas were flavorful and comforting, exactly what you hope for in a place like this. The tartar sauce had a slightly sweet twist that I was not expecting, different from the traditional version, but surprisingly excellent. I will need a few more visits before I can fully put that into words, but it worked. Overall, now I understand the buzz. The Brown Bag delivers exactly what it promises, simple, hearty, well prepared soul food served without pretense. I will definitely be back, and now that retirement is on the horizon, I have got all the time in the world to wait on a good meal, unlike you working folks still rushing through lunch.

I tried the burger, fantastic. The ribs, sooo good. They were cooked perfectly and just the right…read moreamount of sauce. The crispy crinkle fries were great, the okra was also crispy and cooked well, and the greens with cornbread were also really good. Delicious. The catfish was crispy and so good I didn't even use hot sauce or tartar; it was tasty by itself, seasoned good. The side salad was fresh, lettuce was crispy and probably the best salad I've ever got anywhere togo. They have meat and three options, dinner plates, large plates, sandwiches and bulk orders for get togethers/parties. I only spent $24 and had one of the best meals from a restaurant in months. (I came for catfish but had to try the ribs when I smelled the bbq smoke. And then I figured I might as well try the burger too.) It was all well worth it and great portions for the prices. The smell of the bbq hits you as soon as you park and you can immediately sense the hard work and time that has been put into this place. It reminds me of places I would go to as a kid and places I've been longing to find again. They've been in business over 30 years and the hospitality and food shows exactly why. No fancy frills or crazy marketing needed. Just good food and good people working hard to continue their legacy. The employees and owner were so kind even while busy with multiple orders. It's a warm nostalgic feeling being here. I will absolutely be back to try the smoked chicken, fried green tomatoes, and desserts. I can't stop thinking about this place, it's on my top 5 Tuscaloosa restaurant list now. 100/10.

The original remains the best. Nestled in an African American rural neighborhood south of town, the…read morevery journey along an old 2-land highway is a throwback to a different South. The building is classic roadhouse style--totally unpretentious with its sign and adverts plaster on the walls. The interior is the same, open seating and seats at the bar. The menu has broadened over the years, rather than just ribs, white bread and pudding, you can get a pork sandwich and chicken with a limited number of sides (the Mac and cheese is superior). The franchised Dreamlands are so different with a plethora of choices, more to the liking of the suburban south. If you like that, go for it. For my money, you can't beat the original. The ribs are charred perfectly and the service is old time South, friendly and helpful. You immediately feel at ease with everything and everyone around you. Take out is available--actually this place is just minutes off the highway. But a whole another world at the same time.

A little disappointed. Always heard this was the best BBQ in AL, but while we were seated fairly…read morequickly, our food didn't come for 45 minutes. Server didn't tell us they'd run out of ribs and they were cooking more, we just sat there waiting. Once the ribs arrived, they tasted okay but were tough. I felt we were forgotten even though the servers were walking through the tight dining room often. Sorry to say after all the great things we'd heard, this won't be a repeater for me.

Nice change of pace. Friendly service and great food. Service was very nice and friendly.read more

Food is great it's done the way it should be service is excellent a lot of bama memorabilia to see…read morespacious seating friendly staff

Just passing by Alabama on our way to North Carolina. Pleasantly surprise with the great service…read moreand delicious food.

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.

The ribs were the best I've had in recent years. Blows my favorite spots right outta the water, and…read moreI'm still amazed by the sauce. Good music (McCay Robinson), good food, good vibes. Also, the bushwhacker is delicious! Strongly recommend this establishment. I went in with a lot of skepticism; I left with a full belly. Thanks, y'all!

Great little bar and BBQ place! The wings were great, they have regular weeknight and lunch…read morespecials, and service is quick and friendly. It's just never busy, wish they drew more of a crowd to amp up the atmosphere. The pulled pork definitely holds its own, as well!

Best mobile bbq in Alabama, good variety great service and very pleasant staff…read more They also give you a large serving and it's all very FRESH from the bun to the condiments. Every restaurant should strive to be as good. Honestly I can't say enough about how pleasant they are and genuinely care about their customers.

The food was hot and fresh. Great customer service anytime I visit and the best cake in town.read more

Great food , good service, friendly staff.great Pigfeet, vegetables fresh daily…read more Great food , good service, friendly staff.great Pigfeet, vegetables fresh daily

AVOID THIS FULL MOON BBQ. All over the restaurant, it's…read moreposted they accept "Bama Cash", but when we paid with it, the transaction went green, but the worker canceled the transaction and claimed it wasn't working. They are scamming students and it's criminal. The short femaile cashier with fake eyelashes has a horrible attitude.

Love the menu selection, great food! Brisket and the chicken baker my favs! Dine in or drive thru…read morefor convenience. My go to place when I'm in Tuscaloosa.