Botanic is a garden wonderland known for its fresh, locally sourced ingredients that add a twist to Southern classics. Don’t miss their Homemade Pimento Cheese, featuring a flavorful blend of spicey and sweet Wickles Pickles, bacon jam, and house-made tortilla chips.
The Hound, located in the heart of downtown Auburn, is a hotspot for Southern comfort food that’ll make your taste buds do a happy dance. A must-try is their Hounds Po’Cheese! What makes it different? It’s a flavor-packed appetizer that celebrates the beauty of simplicity. Paired with crispy saltines, this dish lets the bold, creamy goodness of pimento cheese shine through, proving that sometimes the best things in life are the simplest!
Chicken Salad Chick, originating in the heart of Auburn, is renowned for its flavorful chicken salad offerings. Among their menu items, the pimento cheese stands out as a fan favorite. Made with a perfect blend of sharp cheddar, pimentos, and a hint of seasoning it can be enjoyed regularly or with a kick! Enjoy it as a scoop or in a sandwich, Chicken Salad Chick knows pimento cheese!
Next, savor a true taste of the South at Acre in Auburn, where their pimento cheese takes this classic to the next level! The dish is creamy, rich, and packed with flavor, and is one of the top-ordered appetizers on their menu. With cheddar cheese, Duke Mayonnaise, and paprika chips, this dish is a must-have!
Located on the pimento cheese trail, Hamilton's offers a fried chicken sandwich with delicious pimento cheese. This stop adds a twist to this southern appetizer by adding the spread to a sandwich! The fried chicken sandwich includes jalapeno pimento cheese, lettuce, fried chicken tenders, southern slaw, bacon, and chipotle BBQ… what could be better?
Discover an Auburn gem at Amsterdam Cafe, where they put a spin on this Southern favorite! This pimento cheese dish is a party on a plate, perfectly paired with Conecuh, Wickles Pickles, and Alabama firecrackers- spicy, seasoned crackers. This combo brings a burst of Alabama flavor to every bite of this classic appetizer!
The Waverly Local, off Highway 280, offers a pimento cheese experience you won’t forget! Served with crispy sourdough frybread, their pimento cheese offers a delicious twist on this Southern staple.
Finally, make sure to visit Lucy’s for their must-try pimento cheese. Why is it a must-try? It’s topped with bacon onion jam and served with grilled focaccia. Lucy’s pimento cheese is a dish that will keep you coming back for more!
So what are you waiting for? Grab your friends, hop in the car, and experience the ultimate pimento cheese trail right here in Auburn-Opelika! From downtown Auburn to the heart of Opelika, the pimento cheese trail features a variety of restaurants, each putting its spin on this classic Southern dish. Whether you like it spicy, creamy, or loaded with toppings, there’s a pimento cheese creation for everyone. Happy tasting, and may your pimento cheese journey be as good as the dishes themselves!