Hoo's Q Closes Tuscaloosa Location On 15th Street After Nearly A Decade

TUSCALOOSA, AL — A Tuscaloosa barbecue restaurant has announced it will close its doors for good after nearly a decade in business.

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Hoo's Q owner Brad McDaniel confirmed the news this week on social media concerning the brand's 15th Street location in Tuscaloosa. He also said Hoo's Q & Brew on McFarland Boulevard in north Tuscaloosa will remain open.

"After careful consideration and many prayers, I have decided to close the Hoo's Q location on 15th Street, to devote more time to my family and other businesses," McDaniel said. "Thank you to all my loyal customers, friends [and] employees."

McDaniel previously owned the Tuscaloosa franchise for Mike & Ed's BBQ, before moving the eatery across the river to Northport for a brief time following the 2011 tornado that leveled much of 15th Street, including the BBQ franchise.

Undeterred, McDaniel opened Hoo's Q at its 15th Street location in 2013.

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