Reviewed by: Selah Vetter
5 Tuscaloosa Restaurants to fall in love with this Valentine’s Day
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Hey love birds, treat yourself this Valentine’s Day and plan the dinner of your dreams for you and that special someone. Read on to find five romantic restaurants in Tuscaloosa that’ll set the mood right.
1. Chuck’s Fish
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Chuck’s is serving up mouth-watering plates of sushi and so much more this Valentine’s Day. Limited reservations are available the 14th, but walk-ins will be available as well.
- Location: 508 Greensboro Ave, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
- Hours: Mon.-Thurs. 5-10PM | Fri.-Sat. 4-11PM | Closed Sunday
- Call ahead to make a reservation
- Website | Facebook
2. River
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Indulge on River’s exclusive five-course dinner this Valentine’s day. Nothing is better than dinner with a view—located on the Black Warrior River, a special night is guaranteed. This dinner experience is only available through reservation.
- Location: 1650 Jack Warner Pkwy, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
- Hours: Closed Monday | Tuesday-Friday 5-9PM | Sat. 10AM-1PM, 5-9PM | Sun. 10AM-1PM
- Reservation only: email info @rivertuscaloosa.com
- Cost: $100 per person with a fixed menu
- Website | Facebook
3. Depalma’s Italian Cafe
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Enjoy a glorious Italian feast at Depalma’s Italian restaurant. Feel like you’re on the next flight to Italy at this cozy and chic Tuscaloosa classic. They will be serving up delicious heart shaped ravioli.
- Location: 2300 University Blvd, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
- Hours: Monday-Tuesday, Closed | Wednesday-Saturday, 11AM-10PM | Sunday, 11AM-4PM
- Depalma’s does not accept reservations, so plan to get there early.
- Website | Facebook
4. Half Shell Oyster House
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For seafood lovers, Half Shell is the ideal place to enjoy the holiday of love. They’re serving fresh local oysters and seafood, monthly specials, pasta dishes and more.
- Location: 2325 University Blvd, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
- Hours: Daily | 11AM-10PM
- Half Shell does not accept reservations, so plan to get there early.
- Website | Facebook
5. Nick’s
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Nick’s in the Sticks is serving up the most delicious steaks Tuscaloosa has to offer since 1953. This family owned restaurant will make you feel all the warm and fuzzies.
- Location: 4018 Culver Rd, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
- Hours: Tuesday-Thursday, 5-9PM | Friday-Saturday 5-10PM | Sunday-Monday, Closed
- Nick’s does not accept reservations, so plan to get there early.
- Website | Facebook
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