Several comments on social media also mentioned the salad bar with the famous "block of cheese" that you could grab a slice from. A sign posted on the Southland door hints at a possible return one day down the road, but no firm date was given.
One positive for the restaurant industry of West Alabama, only a few places made the list this spring. So, that's a good thing. The recent Spring 2022 health department ratings/scores mention several establishments I have frequented in West Alabama. Maybe you have as well.