Looking to dine in Downtown Auburn, you’re in luck there are so many great options!
Downtown Auburn has options from locally sourced fine dining to New York style pizza. With so many options it might be hard to decide on where to grab breakfast, lunch or dinner.
Here is your guide to dining in Downtown Auburn:
Breakfast Guide:
Staks: Known for their specialty pancakes and fluffy biscuits, Staks is open from 6:30am to 2:00 pm for breakfast, brunch and lunch. Staks is also open from 5-9pm on Fridays before Auburn Football home games.
Frutta Bowls: Looking for something refreshing? Frutta bowls offer fruit smoothie bowls, smoothies, and different kinds of loaded toast. This is for great when you are looking for a quick healthy breakfast.
Bitty and Beus: More than just a cafe, Bitty and Beus not only serves all different kinds of drinks, ranging from hot coffee to fresh fruit smoothies, but they have pastries and an amazing atmosphere.
Now that breakfast is over, you have done some downtown shopping, got a lemonade from Toomer’s Drugs and all that walking and fun you have been having, you have worked up an appetite.
Lunch and Dinner Guide:
Fast Dining:
Wattabuger: Looking for a quick all-american bite, Wattaburger offers regular burgers, patty melts and classic chicken tenders. They also serve breakfast from 11pm to 11am.
Barberitos: Although not on the main strip, Barbaritos is a great option when looking for a quick tex-mex style meal.
Eddie’s Calzones: Looking for a quick Italian option? Head over to Eddie’s for fresh made to order calzones, made just the way you like it, or pick from all the unique options they have.
Hey Day Market: Your group cannot decide on what kind of food they want, HeyDay Market has you covered. Located right next to The AU Hotel, Hey Day market has 9 different vendors selling all different kinds of food, ranging from fresh pizza to juicy burgers to poke bowls.
Gutheries: Craving chicken tenders, no shortage of chicken at Guthries! Perfect for a quick meal and even better to bring to a tailgate.
Casual Dining:
Draft House: Looking for a sit down all-american food classic restaurant, Draft house has you covered with their pizza, burgers and beers. And don't forget their special brunch menu on Sunday mornings from 11am-3pm.
Little Italy: Looking for New York inspired pizza, you can buy it by the slice or purchase a whole pie to share with your family and friends.
Jake Browns: Who doesn't love burgers and beer, try one of Downtown Auburn's newest burger joints located where Chee burger Cheebuger used to be. Come and join them and try their unique burger combinations in a lively atmosphere.
The Plains Taproom: Come and pour your own drink off of one of the 40 taps ranging from craft beer to wine seltzers, and don't forget to pair that with their elevated pub food and awesome desserts. They have events all throughout the week to have a casual drink and some fun.
Halftime: Looking for somewhere to watch the game? Halftime sports bar has you covered showing the most important games on the big flat screens while enjoying american classics.
Taco Mama: An Auburn favorite, unlike your traditional Mexican restaurant, Taco Mama offers you the opportunity to completely customize your own meal or you can order one of the curated menu items. And you cannot forget to get one of their specialty margaritas.
Tavern on the Tracks: Also a new addition to Downtown Auburn, Tavern on the Tracks offers a unique experience serving American food, weekly specials, game flights and more. And if you're lucky enough to be dining while the train passes, there might just be something special in store.
Tekila: A Mexican Restaurant located across from campus, has a fun vibe and offers great Mexican food and even better margaritas. Challenge your friends to share a margarita tower with you at this fun Mexican spot.
Mellow Mushroom: A classic no matter where you go, Mellow Mushroom offers amazing pizza and a great atmosphere, and is perfectly located right in the heart of downtown.
Moe’s Barbecue: Craving Barbecue? Moe’s is the perfect place offering all the barbecue classics. Get there for dinner and stay for drinks because later in the night Moe’s turns into a fun bar with live music and a great place to drink with friends.
Fine Dining:
The Depot: Craving seafood? The depot serves creative dishes inspired by gulf-coast cuisine. Stop in for a nice dining experience, great food and they even offer valet. A reservation is definitely encouraged, especially on home game weekends.
Acre: With locally sourced produce, the acre is always changing the menu to offer fun and fresh cuisine. A great place for an upscale dinner. Here for a game, a reservation is recommended. Couldn’t make it for dinner, head on over for Sunday Brunch.
The Hound: Looking for a moody atmosphere for a nice dinner, go and try the unique options served at the Hound. They offer over the top american classics, known for the top shelf Bourbon, and 28 craft beers on tap. There is something for everyone to love. They even offer brunch on Sunday’s. Reservations for both are highly recommended for busy weekends.
Esposito's Italian Bistro: Who doesn't love their comfort of a nice Italian dinner. With locally sourced ingredients, Espositos invited you to have your Italian favorites in a cozy environment. Reservations can be made online.
Hamilton’s on Magnolia: Offering an intimate neighborhood environment, serving contemporary American classics of the forest quality. Hamiltons does not accept reservations so make sure to get there early.
Craving dessert after dinner don’t forget about Mochi Donuts or more in the mood for ice cream, The Yard Milkshake Bar has you covered.
We hope to see you soon dining in Downtown Auburn!