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Local BBQ chain serving hickory-fired ribs, plates & sandwiches, plus wings & comfort sides.
Hours
| Wednesday | 10 AM–9 PM |
| Thursday | 10 AM–9 PM |
| Friday | 10 AM–9 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–9 PM |
| Sunday | 10 AM–9 PM |
| Monday | 10 AM–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 10 AM–9 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 5535 15th Ave E, Tuscaloosa, AL 35405
Phone: (205) 758-8135
Website: https://dreamlandbbq.com/
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Dreamland BBQ | World-Famous Barbeque Ribs
Dreamland BBQ was built in Tuscaloosa, Alabama in 1958. Since then we have expanded to 10 locations across the Southeast.
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Aaron Carpenter
THIS place epitomizes southern barbecue. A little grimy, loud, sports and great food. You sit and they bring the sauce and bread. Tables have paper towel rolls and you will need them. We got half a slab, half a chicken, Mac & Cheese (capitalized bc it’s so good), cole slaw, and baked beans. Mrs Beautiful thought the beans were so good she compared them to her mom’s – instantly earning a five star review. I liked the chicken best. So well seasoned and smoked that the meat was permeated with amazing flavor.
We ended with puddings – banana and chocolate. Both were 5 stars. You only need a little because they are so rich (& you’ve already stuffed yourself with too much meat).
We even ordered an extra pint of mac & cheese to go – jr liked it that much.
… moreWe ended with puddings – banana and chocolate. Both were 5 stars. You only need a little because they are so rich (& you’ve already stuffed yourself with too much meat).
We even ordered an extra pint of mac & cheese to go – jr liked it that much.
Timothy Sawyer
Hey rarely give five stars for food, service, and atmosphere; but this place entirely deserves it!
Waters and Stephanie are awesome.
I can honestly say it was the best banana pudding I have ever had hands down.
… moreWaters and Stephanie are awesome.
I can honestly say it was the best banana pudding I have ever had hands down.
T C
This place is BUSY. If you want service, make sure you approach one of the servers, as they are constantly moving between tables, serving, cleaning tables, closing out tabs, etc. They were fast with taking my order and closing out my tab, but depending on patrons, it can take a while. It took about 15-20 minutes to get our order.
We ordered the legendary bbq pork (chopped) sandwiches and quarter slab pork ribs. And oh boy, now I know why this bbq restaurant was packed! I think I ate the pork sandwich in less than 4 bites, so get the large sandwich!!
Best pork ribs I’ve ever had – and the sauce is amazing(vinegar based, not sweet). The baked beans and potato salad were also very good.
… moreWe ordered the legendary bbq pork (chopped) sandwiches and quarter slab pork ribs. And oh boy, now I know why this bbq restaurant was packed! I think I ate the pork sandwich in less than 4 bites, so get the large sandwich!!
Best pork ribs I’ve ever had – and the sauce is amazing(vinegar based, not sweet). The baked beans and potato salad were also very good.
Niklas Klei
Dreamland is the place to be for good ribs.
I can understand why this place has been standing where it is for so many years. The unique flavors that you get are simply hard to match and something that you have to experience for yourself.
The service was okay, but nobody comes hear because of the service but simply great ribs. Also loved the smoked sausage as it reminded me of the sausages I grew up with in Germany. Unfortunately we forgot to order the banana pudding, but next time I’ll make sure to get some.
… moreI can understand why this place has been standing where it is for so many years. The unique flavors that you get are simply hard to match and something that you have to experience for yourself.
The service was okay, but nobody comes hear because of the service but simply great ribs. Also loved the smoked sausage as it reminded me of the sausages I grew up with in Germany. Unfortunately we forgot to order the banana pudding, but next time I’ll make sure to get some.
Michael Silas
The original Dreamland BBQ in Tuscaloosa was a great experience. The building is not large. However, the day we visited, there were plenty of seats. I would assume that during football season, there could be a wait for a table. The ribs were awesome, and the sauce had a slight kick that was perfect. The loaf bread and extra sauce were the perfect accompaniment. I got the half rack of ribs, and it was a lot of food. The banana pudding was also great.
… moreAmy Merritt
Here from Florida for an Alabama game and was told this place has the best RIBS ever!
DK E was absolutely amazing
Hometown feel and delicious food! Must try!
… moreDK E was absolutely amazing
Hometown feel and delicious food! Must try!
C N
Great bbq nice staff even let me take pictures
… moreMarlene Plumley
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
An Old-School BBQ Pilgrimage Worth Every Bite
Nestled in a sleepy hollow outside Tuscaloosa, Alabama, the Original Dreamland Bar-B-Que is the kind of place that turns a road trip into a rite of passage. A friend messaged me when he saw I was headed toward Louisiana:
“If you’re going through Tuscaloosa Ala-bam, you HAVE to stop at Dreamland BBQ. Until a few years ago, the only thing on the menu was ribs.”
From the outside, it looks like your classic hole-in-the-wall joint—but the second you walk through the door, you’re transported to another era. The smell of hickory wood smoke greets you like an old friend. This place isn’t just BBQ—it’s history, tradition, and soul, all wrapped up in one unforgettable bite.
I always trust the staff’s recommendation, so I went with the half chicken. Let me tell you—it was a religious culinary experience. Smoky, flavorful, and perfectly moist. I’ve eaten a lot of BBQ in my time, but this was next-level.
Of course, I couldn’t just stop there. I left with a cooler full of goodies:
•A full slab of ribs (because it’s Dreamland—you have to)
•Another half chicken
•Their Legendary BBQ sandwich
•And both kinds of dessert: the banana pudding and the chocolate dream
The sweet tea—Big Daddy’s Iced Tea—was the perfect Southern pairing. Everything was authentic, soulful, and utterly delicious.
The vibe? Pure Americana. The kind of place where the story is as rich as the sauce. And that sauce? A vinegar-based masterpiece with just the right kick. Don’t leave without buying a jar to take home.
Dreamland says it best:
“Ain’t nothing like ’em nowhere.”
I couldn’t agree more.
… moreAn Old-School BBQ Pilgrimage Worth Every Bite
Nestled in a sleepy hollow outside Tuscaloosa, Alabama, the Original Dreamland Bar-B-Que is the kind of place that turns a road trip into a rite of passage. A friend messaged me when he saw I was headed toward Louisiana:
“If you’re going through Tuscaloosa Ala-bam, you HAVE to stop at Dreamland BBQ. Until a few years ago, the only thing on the menu was ribs.”
From the outside, it looks like your classic hole-in-the-wall joint—but the second you walk through the door, you’re transported to another era. The smell of hickory wood smoke greets you like an old friend. This place isn’t just BBQ—it’s history, tradition, and soul, all wrapped up in one unforgettable bite.
I always trust the staff’s recommendation, so I went with the half chicken. Let me tell you—it was a religious culinary experience. Smoky, flavorful, and perfectly moist. I’ve eaten a lot of BBQ in my time, but this was next-level.
Of course, I couldn’t just stop there. I left with a cooler full of goodies:
•A full slab of ribs (because it’s Dreamland—you have to)
•Another half chicken
•Their Legendary BBQ sandwich
•And both kinds of dessert: the banana pudding and the chocolate dream
The sweet tea—Big Daddy’s Iced Tea—was the perfect Southern pairing. Everything was authentic, soulful, and utterly delicious.
The vibe? Pure Americana. The kind of place where the story is as rich as the sauce. And that sauce? A vinegar-based masterpiece with just the right kick. Don’t leave without buying a jar to take home.
Dreamland says it best:
“Ain’t nothing like ’em nowhere.”
I couldn’t agree more.
Tom Eubank
BBQ was good. Waitress was quite rude. Place is a pigsty. Won’t be back.
… moreThomas P
Delicious bbq and quick service with a smile. We got there early on a Sunday and had no problem getting a table. Our ribs were on our table less than 5 minutes after ordering and man were they good! Smokey and sweet and that sauce was tangy! Loved the atmosphere and will be back!
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