Below you will find a listing of the top places to eat in the Auburn and Opelika area.
These independent restauranteurs and talented chefs have created exceptional establishments with
specialty dishes you'll find nowhere else in the world. Among these listings you'll find something
suitable for every taste and budget - whether it's a downtown student haunt or a white tablecloth
dining room with a 300-bottle wine list. Our restaurants have been featured in Southern Living,
Gourmet, and Wine Spectator, just to name a few, and we're pretty proud when the
world discovers what we already know. From tapas to tacos, and squash to sushi, make your trip
especially memorable when you visit these Auburn-Opelika legends.
All Auburn and Opelika area restaurants are smoke-free establishments.
AMSTERDAM CAFÉ 
Amsterdam Café welcomes the opportunity to share our family’s interpretation of the “Auburn Experience” with yours. We are proud of our role in re-establishing the fresh “from farm to table” principle that we deem vital in our community. Our restaurant highlights the bounty of artisinal and house-made ingredients, exceptionally fresh seafood, and the exquisite offerings of local farm fresh produce. MORE »
Cuisines Offered: Bar, and Casual Dining
Features: Live Music, Outdoor Dining
ARICCIA ITALIAN TRATTORIA & BAR
For a true taste of Italy, visit Ariccia Trattoria & Bar. An open kitchen and outdoor terrace seating add character to this restaurant which serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and
Sunday Brunch. The chefs create menus that incorporate the freshest seasonal ingredients
and can be enjoyed in a variety of Italian specialties. Ariccia features an espresso bar,
unique wine list, and has a private dining room for special events. Open seven days, 6:30am- 10pm. MORE »
Cuisines Offered: Bar, Fine Dining, and Italian
Features: Free Wi-Fi, Live Music, Outdoor Dining
BARBECUE HOUSE, THE
The best old-fashioned pit cooked barbecue you’ve ever tasted! Since 1978 Jeff Price
and his family have been serving the area’s best barbecue to locals and visitors alike. The
oldest restaurant in the city of Auburn, Barbecue House also features homestyle breakfast, a full selection of pit barbecue beef, pork, and chicken dishes, salads, sandwiches, and more. Try our famous catering! Open Mon-Fri 7am-8pm and Sat 10:30am-3pm.
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Cuisines Offered: Barbecue, and Casual Dining
Features: Family Friendly
CAFÉ 123
Located in the historic Haynie’s Drugstore building in Downtown Opelika, Cafe 123 Owner John Robert Wood has created a classic fine dining experience in a casual atmosphere. Featuring Southern cuisine with French influence, Chef Eron Bass has prepared a menu rich with hand-cut meats, fresh seafood, and the highest quality ingredients, all prepared to order. Chef Specials and fresh cheesecakes offered daily. Private Dining and full bar available. Open Tues-Sat 6-9pm. Reservations recommended MORE »
Cuisines Offered: Casual Dining
CREOLE & SEAFOOD SHACK
At the Creole & Seafood Shack we take great pride in our food, so we carefully create our meals from the finest ingredients. Each dish features generous use of authentic seasoning and homemade flavor you can taste in every bite. Open Tues-Fri for lunch at 11am and at 5pm for dinner. Saturdays 12-10pm. MORE »
Cuisines Offered: Casual Dining, and Seafood
HAMILTON'S
Hamilton's is an intimate and casual atmosphere located in historic downtown Auburn one block from Toomer's Corner. We serve appetizers, salads and sandwiches all day. Our menu of diverse contemporary American selections includes beef, pork, fish and chicken of the finest quality. Our chef's entrees are prepared daily and creatively presented. MORE »
Cuisines Offered: Bar, and Casual Dining
Features: Drink Specials/Happy Hour, Live Music, Outdoor Dining
JIMMY'S
Jimmy’s is a place you can enjoy often and always be comfortable. Located in the heart of historic downtown Opelika, Jimmy’s serves fine food prepared in a traditional Southern style with homage to the Creole & Cajun influences of New Orleans. Featuring gumbo, po-boys, etoufeé, seafood, steaks, and more. Full bar and private dining available. Lunch daily 11am-2pm; dinner 5:30-8:30pm Tues-Thurs & till 9:30 Fri-Sat. MORE »
MRS. STORY'S DAIRY BAR 
Still in its original location on Pepperell Parkway, the owners of this 50s style walkup are the third generation of the Story family to serve the freshest “fast” food in the area. Open Mon-Wed 10am-9pm and Thurs-Sat 10am-10pm. MORE »
1900 Pepperell Parkway
Opelika, AL
334.749.1719
Cuisines Offered: Café/Deli, Casual Dining, and Dessert
NIFFER’S PLACE
Niffer’s has been an Auburn staple and community favorite since 1991. Fun, casual dining with an extensive menu of great food at great prices and terrific specials. Full bar available. Open daily at 11am. MORE »
Cuisines Offered: American, Bar, and Casual Dining
Features: Family Friendly
TOOMER’S DRUGSTORE
"World famous lemonade." An original, soda fountain-style diner and drugstore, Toomer’s has been an Auburn tradition for over a century! Located in the heart of downtown Auburn where the city and campus come together, you’ll find delicious sandwiches, soda fountain specialties, and snacks along with a full line of Auburn souvenirs. Mon-Fri "World famous lemonade." An original, soda fountain-style diner and drugstore, Toomer’s has been an Auburn tradition for over a century! Located in the heart of downtown Auburn where the city and campus come together, you’ll find delicious sandwiches, soda fountain specialties, and snacks along with a full line of Auburn souvenirs. Mon-Fri 10am- 5:30pm, Sat 10am-7pm, Sun 12pm- 5pm. MORE »
Cuisines Offered: Café/Deli, Casual Dining, and Dessert
WAREHOUSE BISTRO
Since 1993 the Warehouse Bistro has provided the Auburn-Opelika area a culinary escape from the ordinary. Owner- Chef Joe Hippely painstakingly prepares and embellishes each dish using only the freshest quality ingredients. The diverse menu is complemented by nightly Chef Specials, an award-winning wine list, and a full bar. Located in an actual warehouse district, you’ll discover meticulous service in a casual and eclectic atmosphere unlike anything else in the area. Serving dinner 6pm to 9pm Tues-Thurs and until 10pm on Fri-Sat. Reservations recommended. MORE »
Cuisines Offered: American, and Fine Dining