FIVE Tuscaloosa

"We went for lunch. Had to move outside because inside was extremely dark… chandeliers are cute, but makes it feel a little more like a bar than a restaurant during the day. Air-conditioning was pumping even though it is January and was only in the high 60s outside. Food all tasted really good, however, was very overpriced for what you got. Surprisingly small portions. Don’t mind lunch portions, but should also then be lunch pricing. I got the beans and rice (lite scoops of both) and the avocado snack… $26 and I’m leaving hungry. My daughter got the fish sandwich and the bun was twice the size as the fish fillet. Light on sides/potatoes all around, except salad. Burger did not even include lettuce and tomato…had to ask for extra. $95 lunch w/o any drinks (n/a or alcoholic). Yikes…big city prices. Maybe dinner is better. Because the service and taste of the food was good will give them a second chance…fingers crossed."

"Five stars for Five! We had only a brief wait on a Saturday night, which we spent by ordering a drink at the bar. My husband really liked his Category 5 and my local beer was excellent. Our waitress (sorry I forgot her name, sweet special ed grad student) was friendly and attentive without being intrusive. My panéed chicken was delicious and my husband really enjoyed his rib eye. The ambience was pleasant and upbeat without being loud. My husband’s hearing aids often make it difficult for him to hear in restaurants, but he had no problem. We were definitely older than the average customer, but felt welcome, and we really enjoyed our meal. We would definitely recommend Five & will come back if we stay in Tuscaloosa again."

"Loved the food. Our server took his time and was very helpful."

"This place has a relaxing vibe. Lights are dimmed and music is soft. Staff was pleasant and attentive the entire time. The food didn’t have any salt but the taste was still appetizing and fresh. The salad was amazing. I ordered the five drink and it was to die for. This is now one of my top five Tuscaloosa eateries I will frequent."

"I went for brunch and the customer service was great, the live music was amazing but the food just was just ok. I enjoyed the bartender Max, and my cocktail was super tasty. They also had a cool Bloody Mary station. The burrito was just lacking, literally it was fairly empty and the queso wasn’t appealing, and for $17 I was just expecting more. The hash browns was very slim in portions. I ate it and didn’t fuss about it but I won’t be ordering it again."