YOU GOTTA TRY...
THE DOWN LOW
As barbecue grows in popularity, the competition for customers fires some intense creativity. There's also no substitution for good old-fashion know how. Classics are classics for a reason, and, when done well, hold their own. From grandma's family recipe to scientific concoctions from formally trained chefs, there are ton's of mind-blowing, mouth watering bites that you have to try. Below the most delicious, most unusual, and most chase worthy delights in Alabama. Enjoy and let me know what you think deserves to be on this list. I love chasing down a good lead!
10+ THINGS YOU GOTTA TRY
There's no rhyme or reason to this list, just 10+ menu items from
around the state that blew me away!
Cahaba Heights
SMOKED CHICKEN WITH WHITE SAUCE
Get it on a sandwich and pour that velvety white sauce all over it.
Pelham
Smoked cheese grits
Course ground grits sandwiched between two slices of cheese and smoked to deliciousness.
Mobile
Moon Drop Banana Pudding
Home-made custard, sliced bananas & vanilla wafers topped off with an original banana Moon Pie.
Gadsden
Sweet Potato Fluff
Is it a side? Is it dessert? I don't know but it's southern charm on a plate.
New Market
Coconut Pie
All of their desserts are great but the coconut pie is king! The best we've ever had. Thick center, baked meringue, and shredded coconut throughout.
Any Location
Sauce & White Bread
The godfather of all barbecue sauces, served hot with sliced white bread.
Good enough for a meal all on its own.
Madison
The McWagon
Brisket, smoked sausage, mac n cheese, and whatever toppings you choose.
Yee Haw!!!
Decatur
Rib Sandwich
Touchdown! This meaty player runs in the big league of sandwiches.
Madison
Hushpuppies
Homemade! Crisp on the outside, soft and moist on the inside, and plentiful!
Leeds
Ribs
Try picking it up by the bone. It'll pull out clean. Genuine fall-of-the-bone goodness.
Clanton
Peach Lemonade
Beautiful blend with kick-butt flavor and not too sweet.
Andalusia
Sweet Potato Fries
Crispy, creamy, sugary...one of the true flavors of the South fried to perfection!
Dothan
Mustard Base Sauce
A zingy zip that jolts your taste buds like a lightning bolt!
Mobile
Soul Rolls
Chopped brisket, mac n cheese, and collard greens deep fried in a crispy egg roll!
Huntsville
Shredded beef brisket sandwich
Chopped asian glacé brisket, creamy ginger slaw, serranos peppers on a potato bunoll!
Huntsville
Texas Reuben
Tender smoked brisket, grilled sauerkraut, melty cheese, and a creamy sauce. Yee Haw!
Selma
Crispy Pork Skin
Pig candy!!! A delicious treat that's amazing crisp, sweet, and salty!
Foley
Jalapeno Cornbread Barbecue Sandwich
Spicy, cool, creamy, crunchy, salty, smoky, buttery, and downright delicious!
Fairview
Ribbon Chips
Crispy, salty, and oh so good!
Greenville
Blackberry Cobbler
Cakey, tart, and LOTS of it!
All TABC lists are living, breathing entities. They may change frequently based on reader recommendations and my own personal discoveries. Thoughts and suggestions are always welcome so don't be shy. We're all in this together!