Restaurants near University of Alabama

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29 restaurants available nearby

1. Forte

4.4

Awesome(47)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Tuscaloosa

Booked 5 times today

Situated in the bustling downtown area of Tuscaloosa, Forte effortlessly combines the allure of traditional old-world European cuisine with the refinement of a contemporary ambiance. Enter a realm where enduring tastes converge with modern sophistication, crafting an exceptional and memorable dining journey.

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2. Sugo Italian Restaurant

4.0

Excellent(68)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Tuscaloosa

Booked 2 times today

Culinary heritage of Italy, while our passion lies in bringing you an authentic Italian dining experience with a touch of Mediterranean flair. At Sugo, we pride ourselves on using fresh, scratch-made ingredients sourced from Italy whenever possible. Our menu is carefully crafted to showcase the rich culinary heritage of Italy while also offering a unique twist that sets us apart. We strive to provide Tuscaloosa with a true taste of Italy, staying true to traditional recipes while adding our own creative touches.

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3. Side by Side Kitchen & Cocktails

4.1

Excellent(660)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Unspecified • Tuscaloosa

Booked 2 times today

We offer southern creole comfort food with an enhanced flair. Relaxed elegant dining room with a large wrap around bar. Generous happy hour with outdoor seating with two patios available. We also offer private dining venues for groups of up to 50 people.

4. The 205

3.7

Very Good(41)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Unspecified • Tuscaloosa

Booked 1 time today

Located on the 6th floor overlooking the Black Warrior River, our bar and kitchen menus celebrate our local roots and our love of the rich history of Tuscaloosa. The 205 is the perfect spot for celebrating date nights out, singing & dancing along to live performances at the Tuscaloosa Amphitheater, and toasting a Crimson Tide win with our specialty cocktails. With this idea, we aim to create an environment where all are welcome to laugh with friends, neighbors, visitors, and members of the Tuscaloosa community. The care for our guests and focus on hospitality elevates The 205 above the rest!

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5. Culinary Dropout - Birmingham

4.5

Awesome(456)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Vestavia Hills

Booked 60 times today

Culinary Dropout serves classic meals done right. With crowd favorites like our pretzel bites and provolone fondue, 36-hour pork ribs, and our famous fried chicken drizzled with honey you’ll want to taste everything. Thirsty? Wash it all down with an ice-cold craft beer or a killer house-made cocktail. And don't forget to stick around for games and free live music with a laid-back vibe. Culinary Dropout is for anyone who loves damn good food and drinks.

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6. Little Betty Steak Bar

4.7

Exceptional(451)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Mountain Brook

Booked 38 times today

Revival Restaurant Group is delighted to introduce our newest concept - Little Betty Steak Bar. Located in Mountain Brook, Little Betty is an elegant, first-rate steakhouse and bar with a lively environment beautifully built to make you feel at home. With the thoughtfully curated work of Chef Kyle exploring influences from Italian and Japanese cuisine flavors, Little Betty is a Lane Parke neighborhood favorite.Please, see our dining guidelines here:https://www.littlebettysteakbar.com/_files/ugd/27e6c2_3954c56f39bc4976863434a43f1bb717.pdf

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7. Firebirds Wood Fired Grill - Birmingham

4.5

Awesome(3467)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • Birmingham

Booked 68 times today

Firebirds Wood Fired Grill is an American Restaurant and Steakhouse serving authentic wood-fired steaks, seafood, specialty cocktails and select wines. Join us for Happy Hour at the FIREBAR® or on the patio for drink specials and bar bites. We offer top-notch service and upscale dining at a modest price. Reserve Your Table with us today.

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8. Blue Sushi Sake Grill - Birmingham

4.8

Exceptional(414)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Sushi • Vestavia Hills

Booked 25 times today

Blue Sushi Sake Grill unites creative ingredients with energetic vibes, premium cold sake with happy moments to give you a fresh and fun new way to experience sushi. Our sushi and grill menus allow you to explore your sushi favorites in new and unexpected ways. We like to say that sushi is for sharing, and our menu encourages it. Order a spread of all your maki, nigiri and sashimi favs from the sushi bar, and throw in a few orders of starters from the grill. We'll stagger your plates so you can savor it all bite-by-bite, and maximize the sushi experience you've been craving all week. If you're not sure where to start, tour the menu during Happy Hour, where all our guest favorites — from our sushi, grill and drink menus — are available at an amazing value. We offer Happy Hour every day of the week at Blue Sushi Sake Grill!

9. Bistro V

4.8

Exceptional(1985)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Birmingham

Booked 23 times today

New American in Alabama. We are currently operating at 50% capacity. Thank you for your patience and patronage.

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10. Daniel George Restaurant and Bar

4.9

Exceptional(1471)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Birmingham

Booked 21 times today

We hope you will join us at Daniel George restaurant. Located in the heart of Mountain Brook Village, we offer a casual yet elegant dining experience. Our menu includes fresh seafood and local produce. "Farm to Fork" is a philosophy we believe in and strive to pursue on a daily basis.

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Nicolas Darren
Alabama •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Brought a guest who loved their food so it felt like a great decision going there. Will go again. Good to have a solid, reliable place to take a visitor!
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Culinary Dropout - BirminghamPrice: Moderate• American• Vestavia Hills
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4.5
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Tracy
New York City •25 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Food was very good. I would have liked some appetizer options to share. I did think the menu was limited but our entrees were very good.
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FortePrice: Expensive• Italian• Tuscaloosa
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4.4
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Steven
Orlando / Central Florida East •1 review
4.0
Dined 7 days ago
Service was good, went right in and was seated on time. Waiter keep the drinks filled and appetizers came right out. The Chicken Parmesan was seasoned well and had the great crust and cheese. The only negative is that gnats were able to come in the main door and was annoying while eating.
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Sugo Italian RestaurantPrice: Moderate• Italian• Tuscaloosa
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4
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J
New York City •4 reviews
4.0
Dined on Oct 26, 2024
Good experience with very good food in a loud and energetic college town eatery
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Side by Side Kitchen & CocktailsPrice: Expensive• Unspecified• Tuscaloosa
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4.1
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Diana
Alabama •1 review
5.0
Dined on Aug 24, 2024
We had a great birthday celebration! The food, ambience and specially the music were excellent!
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The 205Price: Moderate• Unspecified• Tuscaloosa
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3.7

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