Wp Sanctuary Cocktails Alabama, Beer, Cocktails, Food, Ipa, Tuscaloosa — Cocktails are always better with friends! (Adam Philippe / Sanctuary on 25th)

Sanctuary on 25th has been all the talk throughout Tuscaloosa. An old, abandoned church building has been renovated into the newest spot for a night out.

We visited the new restaurant to see what the buzz was about. Keep reading for more about the dinner + cocktail spot.

Specialty Cocktails

Wp Drinks Sanctuary Alabama, Beer, Cocktails, Food, Ipa, Tuscaloosa — 7 Deadly Sins of Sanctuary on 25th (Adam Philippe / Sanctuary on 25th)

Sanctuary on 25th has seven unique cocktails, each inspired by one of the seven deadly sins.

Lust: bubblegum infused reposado, orange liqueur, agave, + lime
Greed: melon liqueur, blanc vermouth, vodka, gin
Gluttony: coconut rum, lime, cola
Pride: jasmine tea infused vodka, guava, lime, soda
Sloth: banana-infused whiskey, demerara, chocolate bitters
Envy: whiskey, blueberry simple, amaro, lemon
Wrath: Jamaican rum, Mazzura, sweet vermouth

We tried the “Lust” cocktail, and recommend it if you are a big fan of bubblegum!

Dining, Lounge + Stage

Wp Sanctuary Lounge Alabama, Beer, Cocktails, Food, Ipa, Tuscaloosa — Lounge area in Sanctuary on 25th (Adam Philippe / Sanctuary on 25th)

The building is located in downtown Tuscaloosa. The layout of Sanctuary on 25th is different than your normal restaurant.

The main room is a sit-down dining area with a bar and a stage in the corner. Down the hallway, you’ll find a room with antique decor and couches, fitting the restaurant’s vibe. The back patio has a stage, a lawn + chairs, making it great for a cool autumn night.

Where: 1710 25th Ave, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
Hours: Sun-Wed: 11 AM – 9 PM | Thurs: 11 AM – 10 PM | Fri-Sat: 11 AM- 12 AM
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Food

If you are having trouble with where to eat, Sanctuary on 25th is perfect. They have a large variety of cuisines. From tacos, salads, shrimp and grits to burgers, Sanctuary on 25th has just about everything- even Korean pork belly.

We tried the chicken tacos, burger sliders, and potato wedge fries! It’s a great way to get a bite of everything and split with friends.