This is the best ramen in Tuscaloosa! The choices and options are wide ranging and great flavor…read morecombinations. They also have rice bowls and plenty of yummy apps if you're not in the mood for ramen. We always get ours for takeout but the staff we've dealt with have been friendly! Definitely recommend!

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!

The service, once again, was outstanding! The ambiance is always super welcoming, and the…read morerestaurant is consistently very clean. We started with the jalapeño calamari, which is always so delicious. We also ordered the spicy tuna tartare, and it was incredibly fresh and packed with flavor. I got the hibachi salmon, and it was honestly some of the best salmon I've ever had. My boyfriend ordered the hibachi shrimp, which was also delicious. The rice and noodles were so flavorful--I could honestly just eat those and be completely happy. We also tried the vegetarian lovers sushi combo, which came with a tofu roll, an avocado roll, and a cucumber roll. Everything was very fresh and super tasty. Another great experience, and it's no surprise that we'll definitely be going back!

Let me tell you about our first rodeo at Shiki…read more We pulled up excited, walked in... and I ain't gonna lie -- the place looked a little drab. Not "health department issue" drab, just "could use a fresh coat of paint and a pep talk" drab. I started second-guessing all those glowing reviews like, "Did these folks eat at the same place?" Then came the entrance situation. The host stand was vacant. No "please wait to be seated" sign. Just us standing there like we were about to audition for a sushi commercial. So we start to seat ourselves when the lone waiter -- and I mean lone ranger -- glances over and says, "Just a minute." Oh. Copy that. We did the walk of shame right back to the door and waited properly this time. After sitting a spell, he got to us and took our order. Now bless his heart -- that man was running ragged. Every table was full and he appeared to be handling the whole dining room solo. Plates, drinks, orders, probably washing dishes in the back too. We waited... and waited... and waited. It was pushing 30 minutes before the food finally touched down. Now let's talk about the decor. The inside could use some TLC. Maybe a little facelift. Maybe some brighter lighting. Maybe a plant that's alive. But hear me clearly: What the front of house is missing, the chef in the back is absolutely making up for. From the first bite of that ginger salad to the last grain of rice, I started wondering if I'd accidentally walked into an episode of Iron Chef. That salad was crisp and fresh, the soup was on point, and then my salmon hibachi showed up like it had something to prove. And let me tell you -- that salmon was spectacular. Cooked just right. Flavorful. Tender. Seasoned like somebody back there cares deeply about their craft. That chef can flat-out throw down on the grill. Great food. Great flavor. Zero complaints about what hit the plate. Price? Outstanding. Party of two ate for under $50 at a sit-down restaurant -- and that's including a 30% tip. In this economy? That's practically a public service. So here's where I land: (4 out of 5 stars) If service had been quicker, we'd be talking five stars without hesitation. But I'm giving grace here because that waiter looked like he was one espresso away from levitating, and the place was packed -- which, by the way, is usually the surest sign the food's top-notch. We'll be back. And next time, we'll walk in with patience... and maybe a snack in our pocket just in case. Bottom line: Don't judge this book by its cover. The outside may whisper "meh," but the kitchen is singing hallelujah.

What an incredible little space! Between the restaurant on one side and the market on the other,…read moreit's a best of both worlds combo. The service is always great and friendly. There are sooo many options and varieties of dishes. The food is always yummy and great for dine in or takeout. It's definitely a repeat place to go!

Good Chinese Food with a Unique Bonus…read more Mr. Chen's is a solid choice if you're craving Chinese food in Tuscaloosa. I wouldn't call it exceptional, but it's consistently good, and there's a legitimate case that it may be the best Chinese restaurant in town depending on what you're looking for. The attached Chinese grocery store is what really sets it apart. It's fun to browse before or after your meal and offers a unique experience that you won't find at most local restaurants. On the food side, the Orange Chicken, General Tso's Chicken, and Mongolian Beef were all flavorful and worth ordering again. The egg roll, fried rice, crab angels, hot and sour soup, and tapioca milk tea were all enjoyable as well. My only disappointment was the hot mustard. Instead of homemade hot mustard, they only offer the standard packaged packets. It's a small detail, but homemade mustard would have been a nice touch. Overall, Mr. Chen's serves quality Chinese food in a city with relatively limited options. Between the reliable menu and the attached Asian market, it's definitely worth a visit and one of the better places in Tuscaloosa for Chinese cuisine.

One of my favorite restaurants in Northport! If you're not sure what you're hungry for, this is…read morethe place to be. You have two menus, Mexican or Chinese. I've had the Chinese twice, their sushi rolls, chefs kiss. I can't wait to try their Mexican cuisine. The service is great and the beer on tap is ICE COLD! I love the atmosphere, it's clean and comfortable.

I always sit at the bar, and the last time I came, service was horrible. Was at the bar for 15…read moreminutes before getting my drink, then the waitress never came back. After another 15 minutes, I put some cash on the bar and left. She wasn't busy, just spent most of her time talking to the other servers in the prep area. I like the sushi here, but losing customers over service is unacceptable, especially at the bar.

Went here on Saturday evening following an 11am football game. It was moderately busy, but we were…read moreseated right away. I didn't take any photos, because I was initially not planning to review, but I was so impressed by the experience I had to share a review. We had 2 massaman curry dishes (one tofu, one chicken), a panang curry, and a shrimp fried rice. The food was absolutely delicious, every bite was perfect. The sauce was so rich and flavorful, the veggies were cooked perfectly, and the proteins were tender. We also had a phenomenal Thai tea. I've come here before for the noodle bowl chicken lunch special, which is my favorite dish in the world, but I was pleasantly surprised to learn all their other dishes are equally as excellent! Our waitress was fast and helpful. Would highly recommend to anyone in Tuscaloosa looking to have a great meal near downtown/the strip.

Second time eating here and first time dining in, honestly the Cali roll was still good but…read moreeverything else was not. The tuna roll was notttt good and my friend couldn't eat her pad see ew and it had a very bad smell.

Staff is very friendly and the food was great! Very…read moreaccommodating to allergy. Would 100% recommend and will be back again soon.

Welp, we're at it again--back to see if Biscuit Bot Betty can deliver another happy meal like last…read moretime. I mean, it's Lovey... but we are in the South, so the name sticks. We got there just before the rush (and trust me, half of Tuscaloosa showed up right after) and put our order in just in time. I went all in on sushi--the Tuscaloosa Roll and Rock N Roll--and yes, I'll share... even though, as an only child, that doesn't come easy. The better half went with the teriyaki shrimp, and let me tell you--everything was top level. Iron Chef Bubba must be running the kitchen, because they're not missing. They must be hanging meat in the corners--it's nice and chilly inside, even for this warm-blooded physique of mine. Biscuit Bot Betty must be tired too--she's passed by a dozen times, making her on-time deliveries. Hey UPS, come kidnap this chick--have her delivering! All in for under $50, even with a $20 tip--ha, take that, Tuscaloosa! Not many places downtown are going to treat you that well--good eats and cheap for a party of two.

Unassuming gem hidden in a suburban strip mall. Just moved here from a large city and was…read moredesperately seeking a solid sushi place anywhere in the Tuscaloosa area. The ambiance is minimal, but the food and sushi deliver. Really, really good.

Unfortunately this place is not for people who want authentic Japanese…read more No cold glass for beer and wrong sauce for chirashi bowl and overpriced sushi rolls

Food 7.5 maybe 8/10 Service 10/10…read moreAmbiance 10/10 Music in the background was great loved the vibe.

A common story in the Tuscaloosa area. A chain comes to town, it's good while corporate runs it,…read morethen the locals take over and they screw it up like a Biden presidency. Also common, I try it, like it, then they screw it up. All though I know it's not worth going to, I will still try it again hoping that it at least resembles what it should be. Examples: see my last review and the unfortunate night last Saturday. When I arrive last Saturday, the first thing I noticed was a guy in the parking lot talking. As I went in he spoke and admitted he was just waiting on 3 hours. Sadly, this seems to be the whole attitude of this business. First of all, there is no more tea. They have a container and I guess the means of making it, but are too lazy to make it. Also, if you order a large drink, they have no lids. So, you decide on a soft drink, or as we call it in the south a coke, good luck. 3 different selections were out of order. Translation, they are too lazy to connect a new tank or lack the intelligence to do it. Then there's the meal, I ordered a large SPICY steak bowl. The cashier didn't know how to put spicy in the order. I know this is possible because it was done EVERY time before. But he said he would tell them. Did he? Probably not! It was not spicy at all. The vegetables were cold when I got it. The meat was in no way cut bite size for which they do not provide a knife. It looked like someone cut at it. I had to add a lot of soy for any of it to have any taste. This visit however was special! They actually had egg rolls! But sadly they no longer give sauce for them. The root cause here seems to be a lack of management and a lot of just just letting a bunch of kids run the business. If you are the manger and actually reading any feedback on this place, I say, "Wake up dummy! Don't let a bunch of kids run your business in the ground!"

Excellent experience, plan on walking, parking is terrible! The food was good,must try.Be prepared…read moreto walk and wait for a table.

I visited on the last day of restaurant week to try the short rib special. The inside of the…read morerestaurant is nice and chill. Parking can be a headache if you're visiting on the weekend or after 5 on the weekday. This visit was a little underwhelming... I had heard many good things about UBK so I was expecting something more flavorful. All of the food lacked flavor and could've used more seasoning. The short rib was very tender but there was absolutely no flavor. I ended up adding a bunch of salt and pepper to my meal. The fried green tomatoes were okay but not seasoned well. The only good thing was the margarita. Besides the lack of seasoning, there were plenty of gnats and flies. Our server even acknowledged that they were having issues with the gnats. I'd love to give this place another try but I don't think it would be worth it.

Cool enough place to grab a meal. I would recommend one of their bowls. I enjoyed mine. Service was…read morefriendly and I enjoyed the atmosphere. All in all, it was a good meal.

I called my order in and it was ready when I arrived. There was no one inside besides the people…read moreworking but everything seemed very clean. They offer indoor and outdoor seating which is nice. I ordered a strawberry tea with boba and it was delicious. The chicken teriyaki box was good but the noodles it comes with were very dry. I'm not usually a fan of lo mein style anyway so I'll let it slide. Overall, I would revisit again at some point.