Side by Side Kitchen & Cocktails

4.0

660 Reviews

$31 to $50

Unspecified

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 21, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 1 time today

Experiences are available.

Good for business meals
Fancy
Good for groups

We offer southern creole comfort food with an enhanced flair. Relaxed elegant dining room with a large wrap around bar. Generous happy hour with outdoor seating with two patios available. We also offer private dining venues for groups of up to 50 people.

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Unspecified
Hours of operation
Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(205) 561-5009
Website
https://www.sidebysidekitchen.com/?y_source=1_MTU0MDUyMjUtODYwLWxvY2F0aW9uLndlYnNpdGU=
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Preetam Pardeshi
Catering
Side by Side Kitchen & Cocktails is available for private parties of all sizes. Our team is dedicated to offering you an intimate dining or event experience within a larger setting. We do require a food and beverage minimum and typically require limited menus for any groups over 20; however, we are happy to work with you and your event team to execute a phenomenal experience. We have four spaces available for private dining and events including our Small Private Dining Room with Privacy Wall (capacity: 12), Small Private Dining Room + Semi-Private Lounge (capacity: 20), Large Private Dining Room (seated capacity: 55; cocktail (standing only): 65), and the Side by Side Outdoor Terrace (capacity: 25). Our restaurant has several areas than can accommodate smaller groups who wish to sit together in the same area. However, no tables can be moved. To reserve private dining or events, please contact us at 205-561-5097.
Private party facilities
Side by Side Kitchen & Cocktails is available for private parties of all sizes. Our team is dedicated to offering you an intimate dining or event experience within a larger setting. We do require a food and beverage minimum and typically require limited menus for any groups over 20; however, we are happy to work with you and your event team to execute a phenomenal experience. We have four spaces available for private dining and events including our Small Private Dining Room with Privacy Wall (capacity: 12), Small Private Dining Room + Semi-Private Lounge (capacity: 20), Large Private Dining Room (seated capacity: 55; cocktail (standing only): 65), and the Side by Side Outdoor Terrace (capacity: 25). To reserve private dining or events, please contact us at 205-561-5097.

Location
2410 University Blvd, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401-1772
Neighborhood
Tuscaloosa
Cross street
Greensboro Ave.
Parking details
Parking for the restaurant can be accessed in the lot behind the Embassy Suites hotel on Greensboro Avenue.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

Christmas Dinner
$25.00 - $55.00 per person
Dec 24, 2024 - Dec 25, 2024
Join The Team At Side By Side This Christmas For Chef's Holiday Buffet. Lobster Bisque with Sherry Cream and Chives Salad Bar Arcadian Mix Greens, Chopped Romaine, Cucumber, Tomatoes, Carrots, Red Onions, Olives, Hard Boiled Eggs, Parmesan Cheese, Goat Cheese, Chedder Cheese, House Made Ranch, Honey Balsamic, Classic Creamy Caesar Entrée Herb Crusted Beef Tri- Tip with Mushroom Cream Spice Rubbed Grilled Chicken Thigh with Tomato Chutney Blackened Atlantic Salmon with Lemon-Caper Cream Sides Truffled Mac N Cheese with Bacon and Chives Butter Garlic Whipped Potatoes Maple Roasted Carrots and Parsnips Desserts Dutch Apple Cinnamon Trat Cookie Crumb Banana Pie

Pineapple Bourbon Sour$15.00
Knob Creek Bourbon, Pineapple, Lemon, Egg White, Angostura Bitters
Aperol Spritz$12.00
Aperol, Prosecco, Club Soda, Orange
Paloma$14.00
El Jimador Blanco, Lime, Tajin, Grapefruit Soda
Don't Walk In The Woods$15.00
Bulleit Rye, Velvet Falernum, Cardamon Bitters
Black Orchid$15.00
El Jimador Blanco, Red Wine, Lime, Cointreau, Agave, Prosecco
Gin Blossom$12.00
Beefeaters, St. Germain, Lemon, Simple Syrup

WINE

Sparkling

LaMarca Prosecco$10.00
- Bottle$40.00
House Champagne$9.00
- Bottle$35.00
Veuve Clicquot$200.00
House$10.00
- Bottle$40.00
La Crema, Sonoma$12.00
- Bottle$45.00
Josh Cellars$14.00
- Bottle$55.00
Pouilly Fuisse LJ$65.00
House$10.00
- Bottle$38.00
Masao Canali$12.00
- Bottle$45.00
Santa Margherita$14.00
- Bottle$65.00
Whites Bay, Sauvignon Blanc$10.00
- Bottle$40.00
Murphy Goode, Sauvignon Blanc$12.00
- Bottle$45.00
The Beach, Rose$12.00
- Bottle$45.00
Dr. Loosen, Reisling$40.00
House$10.00
- Bottle$38.00
Decoy by Duckhorn$14.00
- Bottle$65.00
Vignerons Du Buxy$65.00
House$10.00
- Bottle$38.00
Bonterra$12.00
- Bottle$40.00
Los Alamos$14.00
- Bottle$50.00
Caymus$195.00
House$10.00
- Bottle$38.00
Los Cardos, Malbec$10.00
- Bottle$40.00
Unshackled, Red Blend$14.00
- Bottle$55.00
Berco, Tempranillo$55.00
Abstract, Red Blend$65.00

DRAFTS

Stella Artois$8.00
European Lager, 5.2% ABV, Leuven, BE
Back Forty Naked Pig$8.00
Pale Ale, 6% ABV, Gadsden, AL
Oak Mountain Blonde$6.00
Blonde Ale, 5.3% ABV, Pelham, AL

BOTTLES & CANS

Domestic

Michelob Ultra$6.00
Light Lager, 4.2% ABV, St. Louis, MO
Blue Moon$6.00
Belgian Wheat Ale, 5.4%, Denver, CO
Young's Chocolate Stout$8.00
Stout, 5.2% ABV, London, UK
Corona$7.00
Guinness$7.00
Stella Artois$7.00
Heineken$7.00
Stiegl Grapefruit$7.00

CRAFT BEER

Cahaba Blonde$7.00
Blonde Ale, 5.2% ABV, Birmingham, AL
Back Forty Devil's Staircase$7.00
IPA, 6.5% ABV, Gadsden, AL
Westbrook One Claw$7.00
Tropical Pale Ale, 5.5% ABV, Mt Pleasant, SC
Uproot IPA$7.00
IPA, 7.0% ABV, Birmingham, AL
Wise Acre Tiny Bomb$7.00
American Pilsner, 4.5%, Memphis, TN

What 660 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.0

4 based on recent ratings

3.9Food
4.1Service
3.9Ambience
3.6Value

Noise • Moderate

660 Reviews

J
Jesse
New York City
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on December 1, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
Service was very unprofessional. The busser came to our table with a tray and made us put our empty plates on the tray. They had a person filling the glasses of water and she probably came to our table over 10 times. The last few times she came over it was kind of just like no get out of here because it was almost annoying how much they would ask to fill our water glasses. I understand that person is doing their job but the manager should assign them something other than that because it was way to frequent. Some of the servers were very unprofessional by the way they spoke as if they didn’t know the menu.
Side by Side Kitchen & CocktailsResponded 6 days ago
Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We’re happy to hear you enjoyed your meal and the atmosphere of our restaurant. However, we sincerely apologize for the service shortcomings you encountered. We are actively addressing the concerns you've raised to ensure a more seamless and professional experience moving forward. Your experience, from start to finish, is important to us, and we truly value your feedback as it helps us improve and provide a better experience for all our guests.
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Ana Gabriela
Alabama
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 29, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Me encantó el salmón, el side de Yukon mashed potatoes, los veggies grilled, la cerveza Londinense de chocolate es deliciosa!!! Todo muy limpio.
Side by Side Kitchen & CocktailsResponded 6 days ago
¡Muchas gracias! ¡Estamos felices de que hayas disfrutado de todo!
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J
J
New York City
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on October 26, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Good experience with very good food in a loud and energetic college town eatery
Side by Side Kitchen & CocktailsResponded on November 4, 2024
Hi J, Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your dining experience at Side by Side Kitchen & Cocktails. We take pride in our food and it's great to know that it hit the mark for you. We're sorry if the noise level was a bit high, we'll certainly take that into consideration for future improvements. We appreciate your feedback and look forward to serving you again soon. Best, The Management Team
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Kim
Charlotte
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 28, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
If it’s a game day weekend be kind to the staff if you are a walk in. We had reservations and witnessed the horrible treatment of staff by hotel guests expecting a table as a walk in.
Side by Side Kitchen & CocktailsResponded on November 4, 2024
Thank you for the kind words Kim. We work hard to ensure all guests are taken care of equally and we do appreciate the empathy you've expressed for our hostess. We look forward to having you back with us again soon!
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Lara
VIP
Northern MI
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on August 4, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Fast friendly service and great food. We enjoyed the filet and also the salmon
Side by Side Kitchen & CocktailsResponded on November 4, 2024
Thanks for the review, LaraA! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed our food, especially the filet and salmon. We strive to provide excellent service and it's great to know we hit the mark for you. We noticed your rating on value and appreciate your feedback. We hope to see you again soon at Side by Side Kitchen & Cocktails.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Dallas
3 reviews
1.0
3 reviews
Dined on June 5, 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
We had a reaction to a miss in a shellfish allergy. We had to leave. We only had waters and app. Still charged for cocktails - which weren’t made and entrees. Talked to a manager and we were supposed to have check refunded on June 11th. No refund and no call back. Do not recommend!
1 person found this helpful
D
Denise
VIP
Jacksonville
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on March 31, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Such an amazing buffet brunch. The variety, quality and presentation was excellent. Service was great. My family and I truly enjoyed Easter brunch. Thanks to everyone who planned and delivered such a great experience.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
VIP
Las Vegas
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on March 10, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Stayed many times at the hotel but first time at the restaurant. Food and service was great.
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ZacharyA
VIP
Atlanta Metro
5 reviews
1.0
5 reviews
Dined on February 25, 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Apps were pretty good, however, main course was poor! “Filet” was basically pot roast and the mashed potatoes were from a box…no taste. I’d go for tapas and cocktails but never for dinner…save yourself the money and disappointment!
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OpenTable Diner
Alabama
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on February 23, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Bravo! My husband and I came here for a date night, and everything was spectacular! Excellent service and delicious food! We had Brussels sprouts as an appetizer, and salmon as main course. All excellent! Gary is a great server. We will definitely be back! 💯
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FAQs

Side by Side Kitchen & Cocktails offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (205) 561-5009.

Side by Side Kitchen & Cocktails is rated 4 stars by 660 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 21, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 1 time today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Side by Side Kitchen & Cocktails

2410 University Blvd, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401-1772

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Greensboro Ave.
Neighborhood
Tuscaloosa
Hours of operation
Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Unspecified
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Parking for the restaurant can be accessed in the lot behind the Embassy Suites hotel on Greensboro Avenue.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Preetam Pardeshi
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.sidebysidekitchen.com/?y_source=1_MTU0MDUyMjUtODYwLWxvY2F0aW9uLndlYnNpdGU=
Phone number
(205) 561-5009
Catering
Side by Side Kitchen & Cocktails is available for private parties of all sizes. Our team is dedicated to offering you an intimate dining or event experience within a larger setting. We do require a food and beverage minimum and typically require limited menus for any groups over 20; however, we are happy to work with you and your event team to execute a phenomenal experience. We have four spaces available for private dining and events including our Small Private Dining Room with Privacy Wall (capacity: 12), Small Private Dining Room + Semi-Private Lounge (capacity: 20), Large Private Dining Room (seated capacity: 55; cocktail (standing only): 65), and the Side by Side Outdoor Terrace (capacity: 25). Our restaurant has several areas than can accommodate smaller groups who wish to sit together in the same area. However, no tables can be moved. To reserve private dining or events, please contact us at 205-561-5097.
Private party facilities
Side by Side Kitchen & Cocktails is available for private parties of all sizes. Our team is dedicated to offering you an intimate dining or event experience within a larger setting. We do require a food and beverage minimum and typically require limited menus for any groups over 20; however, we are happy to work with you and your event team to execute a phenomenal experience. We have four spaces available for private dining and events including our Small Private Dining Room with Privacy Wall (capacity: 12), Small Private Dining Room + Semi-Private Lounge (capacity: 20), Large Private Dining Room (seated capacity: 55; cocktail (standing only): 65), and the Side by Side Outdoor Terrace (capacity: 25). To reserve private dining or events, please contact us at 205-561-5097.

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Side by Side Kitchen & Cocktails

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

47 Alabama Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

Christmas Dinner

WARM UPS

Sausage Board$16.00

Game Day Wings$16.00

Roll Tide Shrimp$12.00

Spinach & Artichoke Dip$12.00

Fried Pickles$10.00

FIELD OF GREENS

The Wedge$12.00

Classic Caesar$12.00

Baby Spinach Salad$12.00

Winter Salad$12.00

HANDHELDS

Buffalo Chicken Sandwich$14.00

Bama Cheesesteak$12.00

SBS Burger$16.00

MVPS

Short Rib$32.00

Flank Steak$34.00

Blackened Salmon$30.00

Cajun Chicken Pasta$24.00

Cheshire Pork Chop$28.00

SIDE LINES

Smashed Yukon Gold Potatos

Southern Green Beans

Sauteed Asparagus

Roasted Vegetables

COCKTAILS

Pineapple Bourbon Sour$15.00

Aperol Spritz$12.00

Paloma$14.00

Don't Walk In The Woods$15.00

Black Orchid$15.00

Gin Blossom$12.00

WINE

LaMarca Prosecco$10.00

House Champagne$9.00

Veuve Clicquot$200.00

House$10.00

La Crema, Sonoma$12.00

Josh Cellars$14.00

Pouilly Fuisse LJ$65.00

House$10.00

Masao Canali$12.00

Santa Margherita$14.00

Whites Bay, Sauvignon Blanc$10.00

Murphy Goode, Sauvignon Blanc$12.00

The Beach, Rose$12.00

Dr. Loosen, Reisling$40.00

House$10.00

Decoy by Duckhorn$14.00

Vignerons Du Buxy$65.00

House$10.00

Bonterra$12.00

Los Alamos$14.00

Caymus$195.00

House$10.00

Los Cardos, Malbec$10.00

Unshackled, Red Blend$14.00

Berco, Tempranillo$55.00

Abstract, Red Blend$65.00

DRAFTS

Stella Artois$8.00

Back Forty Naked Pig$8.00

Oak Mountain Blonde$6.00

BOTTLES & CANS

Michelob Ultra$6.00

Blue Moon$6.00

Young's Chocolate Stout$8.00

Corona$7.00

Guinness$7.00

Stella Artois$7.00

Heineken$7.00

Stiegl Grapefruit$7.00