Walk-On's Sports Bistreaux​ Eyes Spring Opening In Tuscaloosa

TUSCALOOSA, AL. — Tuscaloosa will see a new sports-themed eatery open up shop this spring as Walk-On’s Sports Bistreaux brings its Louisiana-inspired menu and gameday atmosphere to 675 Skyland Boulevard.

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Franchisee Shane Morrison said despite 2020 being a hectic year for many, Walk-On's is excited to bring its Cajun cuisine to the people of Tuscaloosa.

The Baton Rouge, Louisiana-based company said Morrison is Walk-On’s biggest franchisee, with two restaurants currently open in Alabama (Montgomery and Mobile) and nine total as the brand continues to grow.

The 8,000-square-foot restaurant is expected to open in spring 2021 and will feature more than 70 TVs, an expansive patio and a variety of local beers on draft. The new restaurant will be the first Walk-On's location in Tuscaloosa and the fourth in Alabama.

Walk-On’s says each menu item is made from scratch, with its menu featuring twists on game-day staples and upscale takes on Louisiana mainstays, such as Crawfish Etouffee, Duck & Andouille Gumbo and Krispy Kreme Donut Bread Pudding.

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"Walk-On’s signature menu and family-friendly, game-day atmosphere is unlike anything in the local dining and entertainment landscape and we can’t wait for the Tuscaloosa community to get a taste," Morrison said.

Started by a pair of former LSU men's basketball walk-on athletes, Brandon Landry and Jack Warner opened the first Walk-On's location on Sept. 9, 2003 in the shadow of LSU’s Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, which has since expanded to more than 40 restaurant concepts across the country.

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