Back Road Bites: A Flavor Trail with Alabama Black Belt Adventures as Your Guide Pt. 2

 Looking for something a little different? The Sweet Water Stack layers handmade crab cakes over crispy fried green tomatoes, then tops it all with shrimp and a drizzle of homemade remoulade — rich, Southern, and totally unforgettable.

And if you’re in the mood for something seasonal? Their weekly fish specials are always fresh and full of Gulf Coast flavor.

Big Mike’s is the kind of place where folks gather after Friday night football, where out-of-towners become regulars, and where the staff treats you like they’ve known you for years. Come hungry — and leave planning your next trip back.

Add a side of tangy coleslaw, finish with the dreamy banana pudding, and don’t skip the signature Shack Sauce — it brings everything together. Whether you're a Luverne local or making a pit stop on the way home from the beach (as many do), this place delivers big flavor with no fuss. And if you're in a hurry? Just roll up to the walk-up window and take that Southern comfort on the go

 The star of the menu? The World Famous COB (Chicken on Bun) — crispy boneless tenders smothered in a tangy house-made sauce and piled onto a soft, steamed hoagie roll. Add pickled peppers if you like it spicy, and you’ll understand why it landed on the 100 Dishes to Eat in Alabama list. Round it out with a side of fries and a slice of homemade butter pecan pie, and you’ve got a meal that’s as iconic as it is indulgent.

The menu surprises in the best way. The Greensboro Supreme Pizza is a crowd favorite, loaded with pepperoni, salami, ham, chicken, turkey, spinach, tomatoes, black olives, mushrooms, onions, artichokes, and mozzarella — a hand-tossed tribute to the town itself. And if you’ve got room after that? Grab a slice of house-made pie from Greensboro Pie, with rotating flavors like chocolate chess and key lime that never miss.

With live music, trivia nights, and locally roasted coffee from Selma’s Revival Coffee Company, The Stable is more than just a meal — it’s part of the fabric of Greensboro life.

What started as a first job for local teen Lindsey Green has become her full-time passion. In 2021, she bought the shop from its original owner — a woman she still calls a close friend — and transformed it into a family-run café rooted in faith, flavor, and small- town connection. Since then, The Square Cup has grown into a larger space, added a full kitchen, and now boasts a menu of over 100 drinks, plus breakfast, lunch, baked goods, and even catering.

Whether you're passing through or pulling up a chair with friends, The Square Cup is where Grove Hill gathers.