Breakfast Gems
From pancakes to sausage, breakfast has so many different options. Whether you want sweet or savory, breakfast has an option for you. This versatility is why breakfast is my favorite meal of the day. Since breakfast is so important to me, I have spent a lot of time trying to find the best breakfast restaurants in Tuscaloosa. Luckily I have been able to find tons of places that seem to share my same love for breakfast. If you want to fill your stomach without having to eat more dining hall food, Tuscaloosa has plenty of tasty options to fulfill your breakfast cravings.
One of the most well known breakfast stops in T-Town is Rama Jama’s. Conveniently located right next to Bryant Denny Stadium, Rama Jama’s is a classic sports diner. The second you walk in the door you are greeted with wall-to-wall decorations that would impress even the biggest Alabama football fan. In addition to the atmosphere, this little restaurant is cranking out hearty breakfast
food all day long. From eggs and bacon to pancakes, Rama Jama’s offers all the breakfast foods you could want. My personal favorite item off the menu is one of their delectable biscuits. Starting with a perfect, fluffy biscuit and adding your choice of meats such as chicken or sausage, it’s hard not to enjoy this basic breakfast treat. But if you are looking for a more quick and convenient breakfast, there are plenty of options.
Located on the strip, Holler & Dash is one of the most accessible and tastiest restaurants in town. Specializing in loaded up biscuits, this restaurant is the perfect place to enjoy a delicious, southern-inspired breakfast. Having grown up in Mississippi, I can say that I am not only a lover of biscuits and gravy, but also a harsh critic. However, their signature “Andouille Hustle” never fails to delight my tastebuds. Served open-faced, this dish is a buttery biscuit smothered in peppered gravy and topped with cheddar cheese and juicy andouille sausage. Holler & Dash is the perfect place for anyone looking to enjoy a quick and easy breakfast. However, if you are looking for a more upscale dining experience to satisfy your appetite, T-Town still has you covered.
Since it’s my favorite restaurant in Tuscaloosa, I look for any opportunity to go to Southern Ale House. Although it is a little pricey for a college student, it is more than worth spending a few extra dollars. With the warm, rustic feel of brick walls and light fixtures made out of mason jars, this restaurant is a southern hipster’s dream. In addition, the Sunday brunch is the perfect way to start a lazy day with some greasy food. My go to item is the Southern Breakfast Plate. This dish is 
the ideal hearty breakfast and includes bacon, sausage, hash browns, eggs, grits, and a biscuit. With enough food to fill one of Coach Saban’s linemen, I can guarantee this meal will be more than enough to appease any hankering.
With all of these flavorful spots and many more, Tuscaloosa offers a tasty dining experience for anyone. For all the breakfast lovers out there, feel free to leave your suggestions for where to go next!