BF History

Ed and Tammie Chism bought the corner spot on 5th Street and 30th Avenue close to downtown Northport in 2002 to build a warehouse and office for their growing limousine business, Crown Limousine. On the property was an old building made of blocks and painted an ugly yellow. After several inquiries about renting the building, Ed and Tammie realized that the property was a prime location for a restaurant.

Bottomfeeders Northport* opened in September 2003. After three years in business, Ed and Tammie opened Bottomfeeders Tuscaloosa, located at 500 14th Street, very near the University of Alabama campus.

Ed and Tammie knew they had to come up with a concept that no one in the area had. They succeeded. Their decision to serve smoked wings and fried catfish was a great one. They added more smoked items, sought out the best Alabama catfish and seafood to complete the menu. From the beginning, a very high value has been placed on customer satisfaction. Ed and Tammie are very active in the business, making every effort to ensure excellent food quality and great service every day.

*Bottomfeeders Northport location closed permanently on June 6, 2008.