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.

We stopped in during move in and I am so glad we did. The food is amazing!! I love sweet potato…read morefries and theirs are top notch with brown sugar and cinnamon sprinkled on top. We are in Tuscaloosa a lot visiting our sons. We will be back again for sure!!

I've been twice so far and everything is delicious! I've tried the tiramisu iced and the coco iced…read moreand both are the

I have visited on many occasions, as this is one of the only coffee shops that is open at 6am…read moreoutside of your large chains.... Unfortunately, the coffee has gone down hill in my opinion. On two separate weeks in one month, I've had tons of coffee grounds at the bottom of my drink. The coffee also tasted watered down and I always ask for light milk so that I can taste the coffee.

The breakfast buffet was absolutely delicious. The bacon was the best ever and the warm syrup made…read morethe waffle taste even better! The fresh fruit really hit the spot and everything was fabulous. Highly recommend the breakfast buffet and you won't need to eat for the rest of the day.

Good drinks and service! Hung out there before graduation and enjoyed our time. Interesting…read morecocktail menu with good choices.

Always a great meal Love the salad and sandwiches…read more Always someone tending to the cleanliness all the time

First time here. Restaurant was clean and comfortable. Service was excellent and team was very…read moreguest focused. Food was plentiful hot and delicious

Panera Bread used to be a regular stop for me back when I worked in town, but today was the first…read moretime I've stepped inside this location in a few years. I hesitated to return after reading some recent reviews, but I went anyway because I've always loved their Creamy Tomato Soup and Apple Crisp Salad. When placing my order, though, I called an audible and went with the Greek Salad instead. My disappointment is not with the food. Just as it was years ago, the quality remains excellent. If I were grading this place on food alone, it would be an easy 5-star experience. Unfortunately, the cleanliness brings my overall score down to a 3. The floors were littered with food crumbs, napkin pieces, straw wrappers, and other trash. Many of the tables needed to be wiped down, and the dish drop-off area had stacks of plates and bowls left from previous guests. I can only hope the kitchen is cleaner than the dining area. I understand many franchises are moving toward kiosk ordering, and that's fine, but it's still nice to see a friendly face when you walk into a restaurant. And if I'm placing my own order on a machine, picking up my food at the window, fixing my own drink, and finding my own seat, please don't ask me for a tip at checkout. I can't go into the kitchen and prepare my own food--so being prompted for a gratuity feels unnecessary. Now, back to the positives: the tomato soup and baguette were fabulous--comforting and delicious on a cold Alabama Friday night. I've become a fan of Greek salads over the past few years, and Panera's version is top-notch. Next time, I may try the full salad with chicken. The background music was a nice touch, too--Sleigh Ride by The Ronettes, Please Come Home for Christmas by the Eagles, and even Texas Hold'Em by Beyoncé helped set a pleasant atmosphere. Final Score: 3 out of 5 stars Food: 5 stars Cleanliness: 2 stars Still worth a visit for the flavors--but I hope management gives the dining area some attention.

The service at this location was great. The attendant was kind as she took my order. The food was…read morefresh and seasoned well; the bread of course was the star. However, I have a hard time paying $18 for a moderate-to-small sized grilled chicken sandwich, small bag of chips, and a drink. Upon paying, of course, the screen asked for a tip, though, there is no table service of any kind. (I despise this). Another reason for the mediocre review is that at 4:40 in the afternoon with 4 guests seated, the trash needed taken out in two separate cans, and the shelves above the service are needed organized. A few minor improvements could make this location a fantastic one. Edit: Next Day after initial visit (03/13/2025). Clean. Less clutter. A friendly, genial staff. There are still some minor items which could use some attention that could easily take this location from average or good to great. Like: dusting the window sills, vacuuming under booths, and wiping the chair rails. Doing these things along with keeping the trash taken out would keep this location full of customers. A paint touch-up here or there would be stellar. I've changed my initial review from 3 to 4 stars.

We came here after the East Carolina vs. Alabama football game. It was perfect since it was not…read morecrowded at all. The staff really made a good impression from start to finish. Our party consisted of only 4 people so I wouldn't have thought it would talk long for us to get our dine in order. It took a longer than I anticipated ... maybe it was because we were so hungry! Lol Once we got our food, everything was good and freshly prepared. There were a few things missing but the staff made it right quickly. The restaurant was pretty clean and very spacious. I will say the restrooms needed some attention. Overall, this was a good dining experience since this was my first time back here in years!

Came in to enjoy a salad and potato. The salad was wilted and avocado brown. I don't know how you…read moreeven serve this to a customer. I showed the employee but received nothing more than complete ambivalence

I got the spicy miso ramen. It was really good and delicious!! The noodles had a really good bite…read moreto it. And I thought the heat was just right - not overdone but could still feel a bit of fire. The broth was flavorful. The place was super clean and I enjoyed the decor in the space. The host and waitress were extremely nice and very attentive. I would come here again!

If I didn't know any better, I'd swear I walked into Fuku Ramen and got teleported straight back to…read moreJapan. The customer service was that authentic -- warm, efficient, and somehow reading my mind before I even opened my mouth. I half expected someone to hand me a JR Rail Pass with my check. The gyoza? Perfect. Like, "I should probably order 12 more just to be safe" perfect. The ramen was easily some of the best I've had in the United States -- rich broth, great noodles, and flavors that actually taste like someone's grandma in Tokyo whispered secrets into the pot. Now, full honesty: the egg was a little overcooked. But considering the American need for speed (and the fact that we treat restaurant meals like pit stops at Daytona), I get it. Cooking eggs to order in that environment is basically Olympic-level timing. And besides, the broth was so spot-on that it made up for everything. If you're craving legit ramen with service that makes you nostalgic for Japan -- even if you've never been -- Fuku Ramen is the move.

It seems to be a super popular place for lunch. They have a really nice combination that lets you…read moreget soup, salad, and a sandwich. I had the cheese sandwich, which was really interesting. The tomato bisque soup was excellent, and the Caesar salad was well above average. Definitely a place that is worth coming back to. It was much more crowded than I expected at lunchtime. Service was super fast. You order at the counter, and they bring your food to your table. They have lots of parking. It was easy to get in and out if you needed a quick place for a solid lunch.

Is an "adult grilled cheese" a reference to when we're older and in a hurry and making actual…read moregrilled cheese sandwiches take too much time? The adult grilled cheese is more along the lines of a toasted sub sandwich with melted cheese. Just call it a cheese sandwich. I actually forgot what kind of bisque I was having because there was barely any substance in it (besides the green onions that I asked to have removed). Even without much crab nor lobster, the base was very salty and unfortunately couldn't be saved by its flavor either.

One of the best restaurants in Tuscaloosa. The food and staff are excellent. Although our last…read morevisit had a new server - give her time to get more experience and she will be fine. We will continue to support one of our favorite places to dine!

Great atmosphere for Tuscaloosa. Food is flavorful. Nice spins on southern staples. Drinks are a…read moreplus. Been here a few times and will definitely return when I want a nice meal on the higher end in T-town. Service is excellent. Servers are young but well trained.

Metro diner is one of our family's favorite restaurants. The food is consistently delicious and the…read moreservice is equally excellent. Our favorite meal is chicken and waffles. The strawberry butter is so delicious and the chicken tenders are fried to perfection. We loved our service as well- Shelly was excellent and kept our drinks topped off and brought the food out right away! Great place to celebrate a birthday breakfast!

My husband and I visited Metro Diner for a late lunch/early dinner. He chose the meat lovers…read moreomelette and I chose the teriyaki salmon metro bowl! The food was Ahhhmazing!!! Our server was Maia, who is so sweet, was very attentive to our requests and questions. And the atmosphere is always laid back. Love it!! Highly recommend!!!