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.

Unfortunately, I could not find the location based on the GPS coordinates from the address. I'm…read moregonna have to ask someone local where it might be located in Tuscaloosa Alabama. I am going to keep trying and when I find them I will update this post. if you know how to get there please let me know! I really want some good catfish!

I wasn't sure what to expect the first time I tried Catfish Charlie's because I don't usually enjoy…read morecatfish--it often has that "dirty" taste. But theirs completely changed my mind. The flavor is clean, fresh, and perfectly cooked every time. Even though it's take-out only, that's never been a problem. The food is made fresh to order, portions are HUGE, and prices are very fair. If you're in a hurry, I recommend calling ahead--many people do this so their order is ready right when they arrive. Some of my favorites include the crab cakes with Julie sauce (absolutely delicious), the fried green tomato po-boy with bacon added (a new favorite combo), and the jalapeño hush puppies, which are seriously addictive. The staff is always helpful with suggestions if you're unsure what to try, which makes it even easier to find new favorites. If you're craving catfish--or just excellent Southern food--Catfish Charlie's is a must-try in Northport.

Friendly service and got some good grub! Totally pigged out. Drank the water through my nose!…read more Except my burger came with bacon But the staff kindly replaced it!

Me and Shirley had lunch at Jack Brown's today, totally awesome. Good, service, ambiance is great…read more I highly recommend them but they may not do call in orders and you may have to sit in the heat to wait for a table to open on busy days. Worth the wait.

Local Roots is a great fast casual restaurant with good food. I have only gone through the drive…read morethru, but each time the line went quickly. The burger and chicken sandwich are very good! Can't go wrong with either. The fries are very good. The Mac and cheese was alright, kind of bland. Definitely stop by if you are thinking about it!

I have been here a few times now with different people each time and we all walk away with the same…read moremixed feelings. The food is good but it is incredibly overpriced. $9.00 for a single burger with NO sides. It's a small, clean restaurant with a similarly small menu. I have no complaints about service or food quality but I feel the pricing puts the food in a category of restaurants that Local Roots doesn't fit well in.

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.

Great food Great People. I ordered 1/2 Chicken with greens and beans. Perfectly cooked and…read moreseasoned. It's a little off the beaten path, but well worth it.

This was a home run from start to finish. Though it was a bit of a hike from South Tuscaloosa, it…read morewas absolutely worth the drive. The wait for our party of 5 wasn't too long and we were seated in a big booth near the bar. Very nice decor, classy but comfortable. All of the servers and staff were super friendly and offered a nice selection of local brews and tasty margaritas. Several of us had the redfish special which was just outstanding! All in all, and outstanding experience. Definitely a repeater for us when next we're in town.

Well after seeing reviews me and wife decided on this for lunch…read more I'll say all the staff were great. Very friendly. But the food?????? Wife wanted a salad and potato skins so went with the wedge which came chopped so more of a chopped salad than a wedge and it was fine. Nothing spectacular. Who potato skins were reminiscent of some frozen ones you heat in the oven. Didn't seem fresh at all. The bacon wasn't that great really and the cheeses was cheese. All in all edible but not enjoyable. I went with the bacon wrapped meatloaf with mashed potatoes with gravy and a side of Mac and cheese. I'll start with the Mac. It was horrible. Sorry don't mean to be a downer but wasn't good at all. The mashed and gravy a big nope. The potatoes weren't all that good. It was like eating a plat of spackle. And the gravy was horrendous. Made bad potato's worse. The meatloaf was ok. Kind of like cafeteria meatloaf. I did eat it but wasn't thrilled. Again not a fan of that bacon so ditched that after one bite. Personally I would not go back and wife agreed. Maybe we got the wrong items but nothing was good.

After church today, we decided to hit up The Blue Plate--a good ol' Northport meat-and-three…read moreclassic. Apparently, half the town had the same idea because the parking lot looked like a Bama tailgate minus the tents and the yelling. We walked in and found ourselves about twenty deep in line--but hey, that's how you know it's good. Thankfully, since it was just the two of us, we scored a table in about ten minutes. Others... well, they might still be waiting as I write this. It's been a while since our last visit, and I noticed the menu's slimmed down a bit--but honestly, the food's leveled up. I went with the blackened catfish, turnip greens, and creamed corn, and let me tell you, that creamed corn was off the chain. Hot, buttery, and so good it could make you forget your own name. Everything came out fresh, seasoned just right, and hit the spot like a dart in a bullseye. Now, let's talk about that complimentary cornbread. Fluffy, golden, and just sweet enough--it's the kind of side that could run for mayor and win. I'm proud of myself for showing a little restraint today and not asking for seconds. (Believe me, it took Olympic-level willpower.) Our waitress was hustling like a Bama walk-on trying to earn a scholarship--fast, friendly, and somehow always smiling. Service: A+. Prices? A little higher than I remember, but that seems to be the new normal for a meat-and-three these days. Only downside--we got seated right by the door. Every time it opened, we got a blast of fresh air and a few curious stares. Folks walking in got a front-row seat to us eating like it was the "Welcome to Blue Plate" exhibit. But when you roll in at peak hour, you take what you can get. All in all, great food, friendly folks, and a true taste of Northport hospitality--just next time, I might wear sunglasses so I don't feel like part of the lunchtime attraction.

Stopped there with a friend for lunch on a recent trip to Gordo…read more First time for him, I've enjoyed the place several times. My friend and I both got the Country Fried Steak with the white gravy. Large serving, not over cooked the way a lot of places prepare it. Beef was tender with a light breading, making every bite a perfect combination of meat and breading. All side each of us had were favorable. I think the creamed corn will be one of my new "Go To" at Blue Plate. My friend order an appetizer of onion rings. They were definitely not from Sysco, they were very crisp with the perfect amount of breading. My only issue at Blue Plate is they only serve corn bread, and I'm not a big fan of corn bread, but this time I tasted theirs, and it was like potato chips, I keep going back for more. It was buttery and soft with the perfect amount of crust. My friend wanted to know when we're going back to Gordo. Said he could eat here every day.

Once I moved to the adjacent area from Northport, I'd see this place cutting through from/to…read moreTuscaloosa. It always caught my interest and well, on a drive back from Birmingham, we opted to stop here to grab lunch on the way home. First off, it's absolutely HUGE inside! It was a Sunday, so they had football on the TV's, that's a plus and it IS a sports bar. I can't recall what Amber got but I had tendies and something else. Staff was super nice, food was tasty and it was reasonably priced. I'd definitely consider coming back if we were nearby.

$10 for this???? 5 wings (flats/drummets) WOW! Not a good…read morerecommendation. I understand the economy is hard for businesses too...but geesh!

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.

A delicious and juicy cheeseburger served with an enormous basket of fries, tater tots or onion…read morerings for $6 even. A must try. Be warned, however, that it takes the kitchen up to 15 min to cook your burger since it's cooked fresh. You can get around that by calling in your order ahead of time. Also, even though the restaurant closes at 7, the grill turned off at 5:45.