Tuscaloosa has fine dining and gourmet restaurants.
Tuscaloosa, Alabama is home to the University of Alabama, Stillman College, and Shelton State Community College. While you might expect that this college town would only offer cheap meals that cater to broke college students, Tuscaloosa is also home to a number of fine dining and gourmet restaurants. Whether you are looking for a hand-crafted sandwich on fresh-baked French bread, elegant meals by the Riverside, or any other special dining experience, Tuscaloosa has several places that cater to those who appreciate thoughtfully prepared food.
Jimmy John's Gourmet Sandwiches
Open seven days a week for both lunch and dinner, Jimmy John's Gourmet Sandwiches is home to lighter fare such as a low-carb lettuce wrap, as well as a massive creation known as the J.J. Gargantuan, which is a behemoth of a sandwich made with capicola, ham, roast beef and turkey on a French bun. Perhaps best known for their oversized club sandwiches, Jimmy John's offers sandwiches such as the Club Lulu (a turkey bacon club) and the Hunter's Club (roast beef, provolone, lettuce and tomato). All major credit cards are accepted.
Jimmy John's Gourmet Sandwiches
1400 University Boulevard
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
(205) 366-3699
jimmyjohns.com
Cypress Inn Restaurant
While the atmosphere at Cypress Inn is casual, the food is elegantly prepared and made from fine ingredients. Patio dining with views of the riverfront are paired with beautifully plated entrees such as herb-roasted chicken with rosemary au jus, aged New York strip steaks and a seafood platter which features select Bon Secour oysters, shrimp, crab and local catfish. An extensive wine list is offered featuring domestic and international varietals by the glass or by the bottle. Open seven days a week for dinner service only.
Cypress Inn Restaurant
501 Rice Mine Road North
Tuscaloosa, AL 35406
(205) 345-6963
cypressinnrestaurant.com
Epiphany
Entrees at Epiphany run the gamut from Wagyu beef burgers to frito misto to a vegetarian platter featuring tamales, miso soup and fried green tomatoes made from locally-sourced ingredients. An extensive wine list is offered featuring domestic and international selections. Bottles of wine run the gamut from affordable $20 house wines to rare vintages that top $140 (2010 prices). Desserts include ginger-glazed doughnuts, lavender-creme brulee and miso-pecan cinnamon buns.
Epiphany
519 Greensboro Avenue
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401-1561
(205) 344-5583
epiphanyfinedining.com
Evangeline's
Open since 1998, Evangeline's has been catering to locals and visitors in search of an upscale dining experience for over a decade. The menu is "World Fusion," featuring ingredients, recipes and cooking techniques from all over the globe. All ingredients are locally sourced whenever possible. The restaurant is best known for Hereford beef filet, Gulf shrimp cooked Cajun-style and free-range chicken in a shitake and cream sauce. Suggested wine pairings are offered for each entree.
Evangeline's
1653 Mcfarland Blvd N # G4a
Tuscaloosa, AL 35406-2273
(205) 752-0830
evangelinesrestaurant.com/
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