Mike & Marlye’s guidebook
Eat, Drink, Explore
Our favorite food, drinks, and things to do in Auburn
Mike's favorite is Old Faithful (not on the menu), and Marlye loves the Sensational Spinach Salad with blackened shrimp!
Hamilton's is an intimate and casual atmosphere located in historic downtown Auburn one block from Toomer's Corner. Hamilton's serves appetizers, salads and sandwiches all day. The menu of diverse contemporary American selections includes beef, pork, fish and chicken of the finest quality. The chef's entrees are prepared daily and creatively presented. Come and mingle at our friendly and inviting bar. Patio dining available. Live music on Sunday evenings. Drink specials daily.
Hours: Sunday-Tuesday 11am- 9pm
Wednesday- Saturday 11am- 10pm
25 habitants recommandent
Hamilton's On Magnolia
174 E Magnolia AveMike's favorite is Old Faithful (not on the menu), and Marlye loves the Sensational Spinach Salad with blackened shrimp!
Hamilton's is an intimate and casual atmosphere located in historic downtown Auburn one block from Toomer's Corner. Hamilton's serves appetizers, salads and sandwiches all day. The menu of diverse contemporary American selections includes beef, pork, fish and chicken of the finest quality. The chef's entrees are prepared daily and creatively presented. Come and mingle at our friendly and inviting bar. Patio dining available. Live music on Sunday evenings. Drink specials daily.
Hours: Sunday-Tuesday 11am- 9pm
Wednesday- Saturday 11am- 10pm
Chewacla State Park's 696 scenic acres offer plenty of rest, relaxation and recreation, just a short drive from the Auburn University. Facilities include a 26-acre lake, swimming area, playground, a modern campground, picnic areas with tables, grills and shelters, cabins, hiking and mountain biking trails.
Activities
Lake Chewacla is perfect for reeling in bream, bass, crappie and catfish or taking a dip off the beach area. No luck in the lake, then try one of the park’s two creeks. There is no boat ramp on the lake, but visitors are allowed to bring their own small non-motorized watercraft such as canoes or kayaks if they can be hand-launched from the bank.
The park offers plenty of hiking and mountain biking trails to choose from. Options range from the short interpretive Sweet Shrub Trail to the more challenging mountain biking trails built by the Central Alabama Mountain Pedalers (CAMP). While on the trails visitors are likely to see squirrels, chipmunks, red fox, deer and turkeys; as well as unique rock formations and a variety of native flora and fauna.
Hours of Operation
Monday - Sunday: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
75 habitants recommandent
Parc d'État de Chewacla
124 Shell Toomer PkwyChewacla State Park's 696 scenic acres offer plenty of rest, relaxation and recreation, just a short drive from the Auburn University. Facilities include a 26-acre lake, swimming area, playground, a modern campground, picnic areas with tables, grills and shelters, cabins, hiking and mountain biking trails.
Activities
Lake Chewacla is perfect for reeling in bream, bass, crappie and catfish or taking a dip off the beach area. No luck in the lake, then try one of the park’s two creeks. There is no boat ramp on the lake, but visitors are allowed to bring their own small non-motorized watercraft such as canoes or kayaks if they can be hand-launched from the bank.
The park offers plenty of hiking and mountain biking trails to choose from. Options range from the short interpretive Sweet Shrub Trail to the more challenging mountain biking trails built by the Central Alabama Mountain Pedalers (CAMP). While on the trails visitors are likely to see squirrels, chipmunks, red fox, deer and turkeys; as well as unique rock formations and a variety of native flora and fauna.
Hours of Operation
Monday - Sunday: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Marlye loves the Hefeweizen!
Red Clay Brewing Company is a brewery and taproom located in downtown Opelika with roots firmly entrenched in the South. The founders of the Company were all born and raised here. The “red clay” native to this region of the South, and that we all knew so well growing up, became a natural moniker for their business. Red Clay Brewing represents the history of the South we love and call home. Opelika is a Muskogee word meaning Big Swamp, and this became the inspiration for one of their first beers: Big Swamp Stout. Another beer, Hop Jubilee, is inspired by the late night “jubilee’s” the founders attended off the eastern shore of Mobile Bay. Hay Shed Saison is another craft beer produced that is a Peppercorn Saison.
Hours:
Thursday and Friday - 4pm till Midnight
Saturday - Noon till Midnight
16 habitants recommandent
Red Clay Brewing Company
704 N Railroad AveMarlye loves the Hefeweizen!
Red Clay Brewing Company is a brewery and taproom located in downtown Opelika with roots firmly entrenched in the South. The founders of the Company were all born and raised here. The “red clay” native to this region of the South, and that we all knew so well growing up, became a natural moniker for their business. Red Clay Brewing represents the history of the South we love and call home. Opelika is a Muskogee word meaning Big Swamp, and this became the inspiration for one of their first beers: Big Swamp Stout. Another beer, Hop Jubilee, is inspired by the late night “jubilee’s” the founders attended off the eastern shore of Mobile Bay. Hay Shed Saison is another craft beer produced that is a Peppercorn Saison.
Hours:
Thursday and Friday - 4pm till Midnight
Saturday - Noon till Midnight
Coffee Cat is a coffee shop located in downtown Auburn. They take pride in being a single permanent operation in order to better focus on the Auburn community, and strive to outsource as many of their products from local vendors and craftsmen (and women!). Their goal is to be a common ground for people from all walks of life, as well as an information hub for the community, while serving an uncompromisingly quality product.
7 habitants recommandent
COFFEE CAT
124 Tichenor AveCoffee Cat is a coffee shop located in downtown Auburn. They take pride in being a single permanent operation in order to better focus on the Auburn community, and strive to outsource as many of their products from local vendors and craftsmen (and women!). Their goal is to be a common ground for people from all walks of life, as well as an information hub for the community, while serving an uncompromisingly quality product.
"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.
42 habitants recommandent
Toomer's Drugs
100 N College St"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.
The dining room is special.... it has Antique Heart Pine that was used through out the 1800’s as the virgin forest of the south was cut to build homes and factories. The timbers used in this restaurant were sawn by Nelson Tift’s saw mill in Albany Georgia in 1875. The shutters decorating the dining room were discovered in a smoke house in Chambers County and once graced the mansions of Chambers and Russell Counties. The Lighting has been hand crafted from recycled materials by the former Rock Star Tony McCray. Tony McCray’s travels throughout the south finding items of true southern history to create lighting treasures. COME EXPERIENCE the difference these historic artifacts add to the dining experience.
Relax…Enjoy a relaxing atmosphere and your favorite wine by the glass or bottle from our custom wine cellar.
The Wines- Ma Fia's serves your favorite wines at competitive prices. It’s an environment where you can be transported to Italy. At Ma Fias, you’ll get a delicious wines, great cheeses, amazing flavor, every single time. It’s what we do.
The Dining- To compliment and further enhance the wonderful flavors of our pizza, they’ve assembled a collection of handcrafted beers, whose quality is nothing less than world-class. They offer incredible pasta dishes, great salads, and unique desserts to satisfy the most discerning “foodie.”
Monday-Thursday 11am-11pm
Friday- Saturday 11am-12am
Sunday 11am-10pm
10 habitants recommandent
Ma Fia's Ristorante
811 S Railroad AveThe dining room is special.... it has Antique Heart Pine that was used through out the 1800’s as the virgin forest of the south was cut to build homes and factories. The timbers used in this restaurant were sawn by Nelson Tift’s saw mill in Albany Georgia in 1875. The shutters decorating the dining room were discovered in a smoke house in Chambers County and once graced the mansions of Chambers and Russell Counties. The Lighting has been hand crafted from recycled materials by the former Rock Star Tony McCray. Tony McCray’s travels throughout the south finding items of true southern history to create lighting treasures. COME EXPERIENCE the difference these historic artifacts add to the dining experience.
Relax…Enjoy a relaxing atmosphere and your favorite wine by the glass or bottle from our custom wine cellar.
The Wines- Ma Fia's serves your favorite wines at competitive prices. It’s an environment where you can be transported to Italy. At Ma Fias, you’ll get a delicious wines, great cheeses, amazing flavor, every single time. It’s what we do.
The Dining- To compliment and further enhance the wonderful flavors of our pizza, they’ve assembled a collection of handcrafted beers, whose quality is nothing less than world-class. They offer incredible pasta dishes, great salads, and unique desserts to satisfy the most discerning “foodie.”
Monday-Thursday 11am-11pm
Friday- Saturday 11am-12am
Sunday 11am-10pm
"Home of the Mama's Love."
An Auburn tradition.
This is the ORIGINAL Mamma G's! You must try the nachos with peppers while you're in town!
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Momma Goldberg's Deli
500 W Magnolia Ave"Home of the Mama's Love."
An Auburn tradition.
This is the ORIGINAL Mamma G's! You must try the nachos with peppers while you're in town!
One of Auburn’s oldest and most renowned traditions, thousands of AU faithful join in downtown Auburn to celebrate tiger victories by hurling tissue into the surrounding trees, lamp posts, and anything that will stand still long enough. A quirky fracas that can last for hours, a blizzard of paper is left blanketing the entire intersection. There’s no way you haven’t heard of it, but seeing is believing! And here’s a fun side note: Auburn is the only city in the country with a line item in its budget for removing toilet tissue!
10 habitants recommandent
Toomer's Oaks
112 S College StOne of Auburn’s oldest and most renowned traditions, thousands of AU faithful join in downtown Auburn to celebrate tiger victories by hurling tissue into the surrounding trees, lamp posts, and anything that will stand still long enough. A quirky fracas that can last for hours, a blizzard of paper is left blanketing the entire intersection. There’s no way you haven’t heard of it, but seeing is believing! And here’s a fun side note: Auburn is the only city in the country with a line item in its budget for removing toilet tissue!
Take a stroll around our beautiful campus. Auburn University today is a comprehensive land, sea and space grant institution – among the few that hold that distinction – occupying more than 1,840 acres and helping fulfill the dreams of nearly 25,000 students. A land-grant college or university is an institution that has been designated by its state legislature or Congress to receive the benefits of the Morrill Acts of 1862 and 1890. The original mission of these institutions, as set forth in the first Morrill Act, was to teach agriculture, military tactics, and the mechanical arts as well as classical studies so that members of the working classes could obtain a liberal, practical education.
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Auburn University
Take a stroll around our beautiful campus. Auburn University today is a comprehensive land, sea and space grant institution – among the few that hold that distinction – occupying more than 1,840 acres and helping fulfill the dreams of nearly 25,000 students. A land-grant college or university is an institution that has been designated by its state legislature or Congress to receive the benefits of the Morrill Acts of 1862 and 1890. The original mission of these institutions, as set forth in the first Morrill Act, was to teach agriculture, military tactics, and the mechanical arts as well as classical studies so that members of the working classes could obtain a liberal, practical education.
You don't have to be a bird enthusiast to enjoy learning about birds of prey at Auburn University's Southeastern Raptor Center. In addition to hundreds of shows throughout the state and region each year, the center's educational unit staff conducts programs at the Edgar B. Carter Amphitheatre each Friday before Auburn football games. The program, known as Football, Fans and Feathers, features hawks, falcons and eagles free-flown from flight towers, enabling guests to see the raptors up close. It begins at 4 p.m., and admission is $5 (payable on arrival). Although the center is not open to the public except for these special presentation dates, groups can schedule a program by calling (334) 844-6943.
Southeastern Raptor Center
1350 Pratt-Carden DrYou don't have to be a bird enthusiast to enjoy learning about birds of prey at Auburn University's Southeastern Raptor Center. In addition to hundreds of shows throughout the state and region each year, the center's educational unit staff conducts programs at the Edgar B. Carter Amphitheatre each Friday before Auburn football games. The program, known as Football, Fans and Feathers, features hawks, falcons and eagles free-flown from flight towers, enabling guests to see the raptors up close. It begins at 4 p.m., and admission is $5 (payable on arrival). Although the center is not open to the public except for these special presentation dates, groups can schedule a program by calling (334) 844-6943.
The Donald E. Davis Arboretum at Auburn University showcases a living collection of native plants from the Southeastern U.S. and is situated on 14 acres of the university's main campus. The Davis Arboretum, which has a strong focus on Alabama's plants and natural habitats, is celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2013.
The garden is open to the public year round, and features core collections of oaks, carnivorous plants, and native azaleas. Visitors will find representations of Alabama's coastal dunes, blackbelt prairies, longleaf pine savannahs, pitcher plant bogs, and even shaded slopes from the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains. All of the installations are used to teach the volume and value of the immense biodiversity that grows in Alabama.
As a means of educating the public and Auburn University students on the plants found in the Davis Arboretum, three self-guided species tours have been installed – The Oaks; Large Trees; and Small Trees and Shrubs. The tours are open to the public and are guided by brochures containing maps of species locations in the garden. Anyone interested in taking a tour can pick up a brochure at the Davis Arboretum Pavilion.
The Davis Arboretum also serves as a testing ground for sustainable practices, and visitors can take an 11-stop, self-guided tour, "Managing Stormwater the way Nature Does." The tour, which is also guided by a brochure that can be picked up at the Davis Arboretum Pavillion, illustrates many aspects of water movement, as well as sustainable water management techniques that can be incorporated into the landscape and allow water to slow down, spread out, and soak in slowly.
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Donald E. Davis Arboretum
181 Garden DriveThe Donald E. Davis Arboretum at Auburn University showcases a living collection of native plants from the Southeastern U.S. and is situated on 14 acres of the university's main campus. The Davis Arboretum, which has a strong focus on Alabama's plants and natural habitats, is celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2013.
The garden is open to the public year round, and features core collections of oaks, carnivorous plants, and native azaleas. Visitors will find representations of Alabama's coastal dunes, blackbelt prairies, longleaf pine savannahs, pitcher plant bogs, and even shaded slopes from the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains. All of the installations are used to teach the volume and value of the immense biodiversity that grows in Alabama.
As a means of educating the public and Auburn University students on the plants found in the Davis Arboretum, three self-guided species tours have been installed – The Oaks; Large Trees; and Small Trees and Shrubs. The tours are open to the public and are guided by brochures containing maps of species locations in the garden. Anyone interested in taking a tour can pick up a brochure at the Davis Arboretum Pavilion.
The Davis Arboretum also serves as a testing ground for sustainable practices, and visitors can take an 11-stop, self-guided tour, "Managing Stormwater the way Nature Does." The tour, which is also guided by a brochure that can be picked up at the Davis Arboretum Pavillion, illustrates many aspects of water movement, as well as sustainable water management techniques that can be incorporated into the landscape and allow water to slow down, spread out, and soak in slowly.
Fun Fact: We hosted our wedding reception here!
Located at the entry to central campus, Auburn University's Jule Collins Smith Museum of Fine Art consists of seven changing galleries, an auditorium, a café, a gift shop and landscaped walking paths. A leader among Alabama museums, the American Alliance of Museums professionally accredited Auburn's museum, placing Jule Collins Smith Museum of Fine Art in the same industry league as The Smithsonian, The Getty, and the Met. The university's growing permanent collection includes approximately 2,000 works of art ranging from traditional to contemporary.
Art studios, gallery talks, films and performances are free to the community Thursday nights and Sunday afternoons to the community through member support. Galleries are open Tuesdays through Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. with a mixture of traveling exhibitions and permanent collection exhibitions on view. Admission is free; a five-dollar donation is appreciated. The Museum Café is open Tuesday through Friday from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., and Thursdays from 5 to 8 p.m. The Museum Gift Shop, open during regular museum hours, carries a wide selection of hand crafted and out of the ordinary items.
35 habitants recommandent
Jule Collins Smith Museum
901 S College StFun Fact: We hosted our wedding reception here!
Located at the entry to central campus, Auburn University's Jule Collins Smith Museum of Fine Art consists of seven changing galleries, an auditorium, a café, a gift shop and landscaped walking paths. A leader among Alabama museums, the American Alliance of Museums professionally accredited Auburn's museum, placing Jule Collins Smith Museum of Fine Art in the same industry league as The Smithsonian, The Getty, and the Met. The university's growing permanent collection includes approximately 2,000 works of art ranging from traditional to contemporary.
Art studios, gallery talks, films and performances are free to the community Thursday nights and Sunday afternoons to the community through member support. Galleries are open Tuesdays through Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. with a mixture of traveling exhibitions and permanent collection exhibitions on view. Admission is free; a five-dollar donation is appreciated. The Museum Café is open Tuesday through Friday from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., and Thursdays from 5 to 8 p.m. The Museum Gift Shop, open during regular museum hours, carries a wide selection of hand crafted and out of the ordinary items.
"Eat Here! Relax here."
Auburn-Opelika’s answer to fun & unique casual dining! 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 daily specials. Full bar and patio dining available.
Mon-Wed 11am-10pm, Thurs-Sat 11am-10:30pm, Sun 11am-9pm. Reservations not accepted.
Location 1
Niffer’s Place
1151 Opelika Road
Auburn, AL 36830
Location 2
Niffer's at the Tracks
917 S. Railroad Ave
Opelika, AL
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Niffer's Place Auburn
1151 Opelika Rd"Eat Here! Relax here."
Auburn-Opelika’s answer to fun & unique casual dining! 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 daily specials. Full bar and patio dining available.
Mon-Wed 11am-10pm, Thurs-Sat 11am-10:30pm, Sun 11am-9pm. Reservations not accepted.
Location 1
Niffer’s Place
1151 Opelika Road
Auburn, AL 36830
Location 2
Niffer's at the Tracks
917 S. Railroad Ave
Opelika, AL
John Emerald Distilling is a small batch craft distillery located in beautiful downtown Opelika. Their mission is to honor their forefathers by making the finest Spirits available. Stop by for a taste test, tour the facility, or try one of their craft cocktails! Experience the light, crisp and refreshing Hugh Wesley’s Gin – made with hand-picked Alabama Juniper Berries. Do you prefer vodka? The Elizabeth Vodka is the first of its kind in Alabama – a corn-based vodka that is triple filtered to smooth out its demeanor. John Emerald Distillery features more Spirits including John’s Alabama Single Malt, Spurgeon’s Barrel Aged Rum, and Gene’s Spiced Rum. JED is wicked good.
Tasting Room Hours
Thursday-Saturday 4pm-12am
Distillery Tours Available!
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John Emerald Distilling Company
706 N Railroad AveJohn Emerald Distilling is a small batch craft distillery located in beautiful downtown Opelika. Their mission is to honor their forefathers by making the finest Spirits available. Stop by for a taste test, tour the facility, or try one of their craft cocktails! Experience the light, crisp and refreshing Hugh Wesley’s Gin – made with hand-picked Alabama Juniper Berries. Do you prefer vodka? The Elizabeth Vodka is the first of its kind in Alabama – a corn-based vodka that is triple filtered to smooth out its demeanor. John Emerald Distillery features more Spirits including John’s Alabama Single Malt, Spurgeon’s Barrel Aged Rum, and Gene’s Spiced Rum. JED is wicked good.
Tasting Room Hours
Thursday-Saturday 4pm-12am
Distillery Tours Available!
“A responsible bar for responsible people.” Avondale is a perfect conversation bar overlooking historic Toomer's Corner and offers an alternative to your standard college bar scene. Located up a secret staircase in downtown Auburn, Avondale is the ultimate destination for quality spirits and Alabama craft beers. This posh bar is complete with cozy couches, cushy chairs and mood lighting. Avondale is the ideal spot for mature visitors who enjoy watching the hustle and bustle of downtown Auburn.
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Avondale Bar & Tap Room
“A responsible bar for responsible people.” Avondale is a perfect conversation bar overlooking historic Toomer's Corner and offers an alternative to your standard college bar scene. Located up a secret staircase in downtown Auburn, Avondale is the ultimate destination for quality spirits and Alabama craft beers. This posh bar is complete with cozy couches, cushy chairs and mood lighting. Avondale is the ideal spot for mature visitors who enjoy watching the hustle and bustle of downtown Auburn.
Great barbecue, fried potatoes, Brunswick Stew and more! This is one of the best barbecue restaurants around!
10 habitants recommandent
Byron's Smokehouse
436 Opelika RdGreat barbecue, fried potatoes, Brunswick Stew and more! This is one of the best barbecue restaurants around!
10 Reasons to Love Auburn & Opelika
Enjoy the ten reasons to love and visit the Auburn-Opelika area.
It's a family that could easily become yours. It's a ball in a cup, one under if you're very lucky or very good. Eagles live here. And tigers too. It's a spirit that is not afraid. We take our football seriously but know that no one can play golf without a sense of humor, and people all around the world know we have the best of both. Auburn-Opelika is the proud home of Auburn University, Alabama's biggest, and the Robert Trent Jones Trail, the world’s finest. It's the coolest college town in the South, according to us, and one of the top 10 cities in the US for small businesses, according to Forbes. Centrally located near Atlanta, Birmingham and Montgomery, Auburn-Opelika is easy to get to and easy to love.
Robert Trent Jones himself proclaimed Grand National as the “single greatest site for a golf course” he had ever seen. Recognized by writers, designers, and players from around the world, Grand National has received accolades for everything from the “world’s prettiest hole” to the “world’s best public course.” Featuring 54 lake-hugging holes open 364 days a year, try your luck at the championship Lakes or Links course, or if you’re pressed for time, 18 holes of one-shotters on the Short Course will still make your heart go pitter-pat.
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Grand National Golf
3000 Robert Trent Jones TrailRobert Trent Jones himself proclaimed Grand National as the “single greatest site for a golf course” he had ever seen. Recognized by writers, designers, and players from around the world, Grand National has received accolades for everything from the “world’s prettiest hole” to the “world’s best public course.” Featuring 54 lake-hugging holes open 364 days a year, try your luck at the championship Lakes or Links course, or if you’re pressed for time, 18 holes of one-shotters on the Short Course will still make your heart go pitter-pat.
One of Auburn’s oldest and most renowned traditions, thousands of AU faithful join in downtown Auburn to celebrate tiger victories by hurling tissue into the surrounding trees, lamp posts, and anything that will stand still long enough. A quirky fracas that can last for hours, a blizzard of paper is left blanketing the entire intersection. There’s no way you haven’t heard of it, but seeing is believing! And here’s a fun side note: Auburn is the only city in the country with a line item in its budget for removing toilet tissue!
10 habitants recommandent
Toomer's Oaks
112 S College StOne of Auburn’s oldest and most renowned traditions, thousands of AU faithful join in downtown Auburn to celebrate tiger victories by hurling tissue into the surrounding trees, lamp posts, and anything that will stand still long enough. A quirky fracas that can last for hours, a blizzard of paper is left blanketing the entire intersection. There’s no way you haven’t heard of it, but seeing is believing! And here’s a fun side note: Auburn is the only city in the country with a line item in its budget for removing toilet tissue!
On The Tracks
Now in it's 11th year, it's the area's longest-running food and libations festival. On a beautiful evening in both the spring and fall, the area's finest restaurants set up along historic Railroad Avenue in the heart of downtown Opelika to offer a delicious selection of small bites. Meanwhile, wine and craft beer enthusiasts meander throughout over 25 retail establishments sampling diverse, seasonally relevant wines and craft brews. Live music sets the perfect backdrop for a delightful evening while the Main Street merchants remain open for your shopping enjoyment.
Opelika Arts Association
1032 S Railroad AveOn The Tracks
Now in it's 11th year, it's the area's longest-running food and libations festival. On a beautiful evening in both the spring and fall, the area's finest restaurants set up along historic Railroad Avenue in the heart of downtown Opelika to offer a delicious selection of small bites. Meanwhile, wine and craft beer enthusiasts meander throughout over 25 retail establishments sampling diverse, seasonally relevant wines and craft brews. Live music sets the perfect backdrop for a delightful evening while the Main Street merchants remain open for your shopping enjoyment.
An Auburn-Opelika tradition since 1952, the secret recipe for Mrs. Story’s famous homemade chili dogs reminds us that, thankfully, some things never change. 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.
Mrs. Storys Dairy Bar
1900 Pepperell PkwyAn Auburn-Opelika tradition since 1952, the secret recipe for Mrs. Story’s famous homemade chili dogs reminds us that, thankfully, some things never change. 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.
Two employees of the Auburn Parks & Recreation Department conceived Auburn CityFest, our largest outdoor spring festival, over lunch at Niffer’s Place while discussing a way to give back to the community. Since the festival made its debut in 2000, it has turned the last Saturday each April into a fabulous family day of fun at beautiful Kiesel Park. At Auburn CityFest you will enjoy spectacular artists and exhibitors as well as delicious food, family-oriented entertainment, and a variety of interactive activities for the kid in all of us. Laughter, music and good ol' family fun make Auburn CityFest a great day in the park.
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Kiesel Park (Auburn City Park)
520 Chadwick LnTwo employees of the Auburn Parks & Recreation Department conceived Auburn CityFest, our largest outdoor spring festival, over lunch at Niffer’s Place while discussing a way to give back to the community. Since the festival made its debut in 2000, it has turned the last Saturday each April into a fabulous family day of fun at beautiful Kiesel Park. At Auburn CityFest you will enjoy spectacular artists and exhibitors as well as delicious food, family-oriented entertainment, and a variety of interactive activities for the kid in all of us. Laughter, music and good ol' family fun make Auburn CityFest a great day in the park.
Relax and unwind in the warm and intimate environment of Piccolo. Creative specialty cocktails and a full menu of delicious "small bites" are the perfect accompaniment to the jazz stylings of eclectic musicians from all over the South. Cozy up next to the fire and share a couch with friends over a piccolo (the smallest champagne bottle) and a California roll or a couple barbecue sliders.
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From dusk til dawn, a variety of opportunities to savor the Auburn-Opelika nightlife experience awaits. The area's best people watching happens at Live Oaks patio bar in downtown Auburn, and if you're looking for a hipster hangout or just a more grown-up vibe, be sure to check out Opelika's 8th & Rail or Auburn's Avondale Bar & Tap Room where the cocktails are top shelf, the windows overlook downtown, and there are no students allowed!
Piccolo
241 S College StRelax and unwind in the warm and intimate environment of Piccolo. Creative specialty cocktails and a full menu of delicious "small bites" are the perfect accompaniment to the jazz stylings of eclectic musicians from all over the South. Cozy up next to the fire and share a couch with friends over a piccolo (the smallest champagne bottle) and a California roll or a couple barbecue sliders.
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From dusk til dawn, a variety of opportunities to savor the Auburn-Opelika nightlife experience awaits. The area's best people watching happens at Live Oaks patio bar in downtown Auburn, and if you're looking for a hipster hangout or just a more grown-up vibe, be sure to check out Opelika's 8th & Rail or Auburn's Avondale Bar & Tap Room where the cocktails are top shelf, the windows overlook downtown, and there are no students allowed!
Opelika is the proud home of not just one but two craft spirit makers: John Emerald Distiling Company has been making fine liqours including whiskey, gin, vodka, and rum since 2014, and Red Clay Brewing Company opened next door in 2015 offering a variety of rotating seasonal beers, including ales, IPAs, and ciders. Located in the hip arts district in historic downtown Opelika, the venues often offer or are surrounded by live music and a year-round calendar of special events.
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John Emerald Distilling Company
706 N Railroad AveOpelika is the proud home of not just one but two craft spirit makers: John Emerald Distiling Company has been making fine liqours including whiskey, gin, vodka, and rum since 2014, and Red Clay Brewing Company opened next door in 2015 offering a variety of rotating seasonal beers, including ales, IPAs, and ciders. Located in the hip arts district in historic downtown Opelika, the venues often offer or are surrounded by live music and a year-round calendar of special events.
The focal point for the entry of the Jule Collins Smith Museum of Fine Art at Auburn University, Chihuly’s Amber Luster is a masterpiece of more than 600 individual pieces of hand-blown glass. It took four days to install, one piece at a time, the 17-foot sculpture which weighs more than 1,000 pounds. JCSM features a varied and interesting permanent collection of American and European art as well as a full calendar of traveling exhibitions throughout the year. Open Monday-Saturday with free admission to all.
PS We hosted our wedding reception here!
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Jule Collins Smith Museum
901 S College StThe focal point for the entry of the Jule Collins Smith Museum of Fine Art at Auburn University, Chihuly’s Amber Luster is a masterpiece of more than 600 individual pieces of hand-blown glass. It took four days to install, one piece at a time, the 17-foot sculpture which weighs more than 1,000 pounds. JCSM features a varied and interesting permanent collection of American and European art as well as a full calendar of traveling exhibitions throughout the year. Open Monday-Saturday with free admission to all.
PS We hosted our wedding reception here!
When Toomer’s lemonade ranked number one in Esquire magazine’s “162 Reasons It’s Good To Be An American." it was only about 105 years after the rest of us already knew. Handmade to order, this tart and tangy concoction is the hallmark of Toomer’s Drugstore, a beloved Auburn icon and the only business that has occupied this historic corner since 1896. Open seven days.
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Toomer's Drugs
100 N College StWhen Toomer’s lemonade ranked number one in Esquire magazine’s “162 Reasons It’s Good To Be An American." it was only about 105 years after the rest of us already knew. Handmade to order, this tart and tangy concoction is the hallmark of Toomer’s Drugstore, a beloved Auburn icon and the only business that has occupied this historic corner since 1896. Open seven days.
It is one of the most iconic moments in all of college football: Jordan-Hare’s capacity crowd of almost 90,000 rumbling in unison as a rare eagle is released to free-fly in circles around the stadium, eventually landing mid-field on its leathery pseudo-prey. We defy any living, breathing human, regardless of the colors you wear, to not get goose bumps from this phenomenon. Nova (War Eagle VII) is a resident of Auburn University’s Southeastern Raptor Rehabilitation Center, where he has been raised and trained, along with his bald eagle friend Spirit, to open home football games in this inspirational fashion. War Eagle y’all.
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Stade Jordan-Hare
251 S Donahue DrIt is one of the most iconic moments in all of college football: Jordan-Hare’s capacity crowd of almost 90,000 rumbling in unison as a rare eagle is released to free-fly in circles around the stadium, eventually landing mid-field on its leathery pseudo-prey. We defy any living, breathing human, regardless of the colors you wear, to not get goose bumps from this phenomenon. Nova (War Eagle VII) is a resident of Auburn University’s Southeastern Raptor Rehabilitation Center, where he has been raised and trained, along with his bald eagle friend Spirit, to open home football games in this inspirational fashion. War Eagle y’all.