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    4.3 (567 reviews)
    Closed • 5:00 pm - 9:00 PM

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    Moderate noise
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    Good for kids

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    Rich H.

    Our culinary tour of Auburn-Opelika brought us to Acre, the restaurant often credited with putting this area on the map, led by Chef David Bancroft, who claimed victory on Netflix's Iron Chef Showdown in 2017. Acre sits quietly on E. Glenn Avenue in the heart of Auburn, surrounded by the hum of college life. It's a restaurant that practices what it preaches, with its own small plot of land where herbs, produce, and ideas seem to grow in equal measure. We came for lunch and were immediately greeted by the smell of smoke, the kind that wraps around you like a memory. Our table sat near the smoker, and when a chef opened its doors, the aroma of sausage drifted through the dining room, causing a collective pause. It was a scent that made promises, and Acre delivered on them. The fried green tomatoes arrived first, a southern classic that Bancroft transforms into something worth writing home about. Golden and crisp, they sat on a base of pimento cheese and were topped with sweet Gulf blue crab and a sharp Creole remoulade. It's a dish that bridges comfort and sophistication without ever losing its Southern soul. For my entrée, I chose the roasted duck flautas. The tortilla shattered on the first bite, giving way to rich, tender duck and the smoky warmth of hatch chili crema. Queso fresco and cilantro added brightness, a lift that kept the dish from feeling heavy. It's Mexican by inspiration, Southern by instinct, and all Bancroft by execution. My wife ordered the "Garden and Gun" grilled cheese, a playful nod to nostalgia and refinement alike. Thick sourdough, bacon jam, tomato, and American cheese served beside a silky tomato soup. The sandwich was built to be dunked, and when we did, it sang -- smoky, tangy, and just indulgent enough to make you forget everything else happening outside those walls. Chef Bancroft didn't just put Auburn on the culinary map, he redefined it. At Acre, tradition isn't something to preserve under glass, it's something to evolve, to nurture, to smoke until it becomes something new and wonderful. 5 Stars Southern comfort elevated to art, without ever losing its accent.

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    Micah E.

    Acre in Auburn, AL, is farm-to-table dining that will take you on a culinary ride of taste buds. The ambiance is warm and inviting, with a rustic yet modern decor that enhances the dining experience. The menu focuses on Southern cuisine with a contemporary twist. Service was amazing as our server knew all the ends and outs of the menu. If you want a date night or just a baller meal after a hard fought Auburn Tiger win then this is the spot.

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    Maria P.

    This house is so beautiful to enjoy our graduation brunch with family and friends! Food here is always fantastic and the service is great. Esp enjoyed sharing the trio of desserts with the group.

    Sweet potato
    Megan M.

    This was a super nice surprise. We were so frustrated that we couldn't get a reservation on the only night we were in town but decided to try walk in. And we were lucky to find four seats at the bar. Such a swanky farmhouse like feel. drinks were expensive but tasty. They forgot our oyster order so provided complimentary pimento cheese to tide us over. My hubby got the duck breast and my son got shrimp rigatoni. My daughter got a Caesar salad and I had the sweet potato from their shared community garden. All was good tasting food, even if maybe a little too rich and fancy for a college town experience. Recommended for special occasions. Only reason for four stars is the wait time for the food (long) and the quality of the food was good, not excellent.

    Wife's birthday celebration!
    Mark F.

    Very disappointed with our dining experience on my wife's65th birthday celebration! After being seated at our designated reservation time, we waited 25- minutes for the wine and then 45- minutes for the entrees which were both cold. We returned them only to wait an additional 35-minutes to get the second entrees... which were actually our first meals only slightly warmer and dry. It's difficult to reheat fish a second time! A positive result, management reduced our bill taking meals off ! A class act! We gladly paid for the wine and salads! This restaurant was highly recommended by our friends and this special birthday dinner but fell short of our expectations! You need to be better!

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    Scout R.

    Always one of my favorites! If nothing else swing by for peanut butter pie with banana meringue, truly my favorite dessert of all time. Appetizers like the figgy toast and the fried green tomatoes are also wonderful. The charcuterie boards are also great pairings. Drinks are tasty as well. I have dined at acre many times and the Christmastime bar menu is my favorite. Can't go wrong with acre!!!!

    Fried blue crab claws
    Tracy C.

    Acre is beautiful inside and out. From the valet, to the hostess, to the server, everyone at Acre was welcoming, friendly, and helpful. We decided on a variety of starters to share as our meal, followed by dessert. We tried the "gas station" boudin balls, lacquered cornbread, fried blue crab claws, and fried green tomatoes (the star of the meal!). The fried green tomatoes are topped with fresh lump blue crab and plated on dollops of delicious homemade pimento cheese. The breading on the fried blue crab claws was heavy and mealy, which made them our least favorite. They would be amazing sautéed instead. Both the s'mores brownie and peach sundae were good, with the s'mores being our favorite. Overall, it was a great dining experience and is highly recommended!

    Best food and drink!
    Kay S.

    Impeccable! BEST cheese board around. First time in Alabama. Best food, ever. Beautiful atmosphere!

    Strawberry & Candied Walnut Salad and the Roasted Fall Beets
    Tabatha L.

    Very cute restaurant and a popular spot even on a monday evening. I enjoyed my salad and the co-op beets plate, it tasted fantastic but our dinner service was a bit slow. Highly recommend making a reservation as seating is limited

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    10 months ago

    Great food, service, and atmosphere!! I've always loved their dinner menu but the new brunch/lunch menu on the weekend is so good!!!!

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    Great ambiance and service! Highly recommend the chicken fried bacon, duck entree, and the dessert trio!

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    The wood fired pizza had that perfect smoky flavor. Staff were helpful and explained the menu in detail.

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    2 years ago

    Food is good and service is good, but this is definitely an Auburn elite restaurant. If you're not rich, you will feel poor going here haha.

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    Nice atmosphere GREAT FOOD....First time there is was good, Ill be back for sure. Service was good as well.

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    There were people in shorts. Seems a bit under dressed though.

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    Pannie-George's Kitchen - Chocolate cake

    Pannie-George's Kitchen

    4.4(176 reviews)
    3.6 mi
    •$

    As good as Soul Food can be. We use to stop here about 6 times a year when traveling through now it…read moreis about once a year...and oh, how we miss it. We ordered two Meat & 2's and both consisted of A Big Fat Fried Chicken Breast, Black-Eyed Peas and Mac n Cheese. As always the chicken was cooked perfectly. Crispy on the outside with that perfect fried chicken skin and totally moist meat. The mac n cheese was very moist, not really runny and the texture was the perfect chew. No mushiness and no hard noodles. The black-eyed peas were out of this world good. They had a bit of spice in them and cooked good ole' Southern Style...cooked! We ate and ate until there was not more room. We gladly took our left overs for another wonderful meal. As we were leaving I said, oh, no "I forgot to take pictures. So I went and broke in line and took a couple of the cafeteria style food that everyone was so patiently waiting to be served. The staff works extremely hard. The restaurant is very clean. And the food is absolutely delicious. They do take togo orders and sometimes the line is out the door. They are closed on Saturdays. Highly recommend one try if in the area. Prices have remained relatively low while other places have increased their prices drastically. Our two meals which included drinks and tax was about $21. You can still buy a whole fried wing for under $2...it is $1.95.

    I have to give this wonderful restaurant an upgrade! I must have had some bad luck the first time…read more On my second visit, I realized what locals were trying to tell me, that this old-school southern eatery is fabulous!! This is classic, southern food at its best! The catfish tonight was on point! The mac and cheese is absolute gooey, cheesy perfection! The purple hull peas are so scrumptious! I'm a new fan of Pannie-George's!

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    Southern & Savory Cafe - Fried chicken plate.

    Southern & Savory Cafe

    4.7(30 reviews)
    0.9 mi

    In Auburn Alabama you have to break from the college circle to find a Southern Soul food spot…read more Southern & Savory is a local hit. I went on a Sunday just before the church let out. The line was long and moving. The service is of southern kitchen, expect someone screaming "next" at the cash register. The menu is at the front by the register, in chalk, so it gets updates throughout the day. While ordering you are informed which items are sold out. Seating is sparse and 1st Come 1st Serve. I ordered the chicken plate. The chicken was crispy, seasoned and juicy - Perfectly fried. All of the sides were good except the cornbread. Just skip tasting the cornbread it will ruin the meal. Overall, it's Southern Soul food; however seating and dynamic menu presents the most challenge in making it an enjoyable experience.

    As usual we oldies are leaving a doctor's appointment. So after being in that Cold office, the…read morehubby decided on something hot. We lucked up on this spot.. ordered fried chicken, collard greens, lima beans, rice gravy, Mac and cheese.. The ambiance was quiet, which made it so easy for conversation. I will say the place was very homely, but a few things could be corrected. I noticed a few items out of place, like the cleaning supplies not in the safe zone. The restroom was pleasant, I never comment on that, but will start. But all in all things were enjoyable

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    Lucy's

    4.0(210 reviews)
    2.8 mi
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    Lucy's literally never disappoints. We came from Columbus, GA and it's 100% worth the drive. We had…read moreMonica as our server this time around, and she's a fantastic server and with great energy! She made sure we were taken care of, was very clear and knowledgeable about the menu, gave incredible recommendations, and was also thoughtful in celebrating my boyfriend's promotion to Captain in the Army! The ambiance is really sweet. Whether you're here on a date, catching up with friends over a nice meal, in the mood to watch some sports, or celebrating a special occasion, this is your place! There's a sweet vibe going on with some music in the back, but it's not too loud where you can't hear your own conversations at the table. The food? Chef's kiss. They have a rotating menu, I think depending on the season/time of year, but they have some consistent all-year-round items on the menu. I first came here on Valentine's weekend with my boyfriend, and absolutely loved it. Couldn't stop thinking about their truffle parm fries, nor their milk and cookies- finger licking good. This time around, we got the Farmer's Daughter (which made my usually anti-veggie boyfriend absolutely love btw), half-dozen Gulf Coast oysters, and fall-off-the-bone lamb shanks. This is the kind of place you go to where you won't be able to find these dishes just anywhere. It's uniquely delicious, and I genuinely think you can't go wrong with what you choose! My boyfriend, a coffee connoisseur, also loves their French Press Coffee! Thank you Lucy's, for always such a great experience and for fantastic food.

    Extremely noisy so bring ear plugs and forget about table conversations…read more Expensive and then they attach a 3% fee because their kitchen staff do not make a good salary. I will go elsewhere in the future as the value and cost ratio is not worth the visit.

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    Southern Oak - SKILLET CORNBREAD

    Southern Oak

    3.1(15 reviews)
    6.2 mi

    The chicken sandwich was well-seasoned, had the right amount of crunch, and light. The lettuce,…read moretomato, and pickles added freshness. The fries were golden brown and tasty. The 3 egg white omelet was filed with goodness: broccoli, diced tomatoes, and spinach. The white cream was light and flavorful.

    I came here for the breakfast buffet during my three nights stay. The first morning that I came…read moredown for breakfast I had an absolutely amazing experience. First, our server introduced herself and explained the buffet menu, which I appreciate. She was very attentive, and I think she refilled my drink a total of three times during my meal. The food options at the buffet were great. The biscuit bar offering sausage gravy, tomato gravy, and shrimp étouffée as a topping was phenomenal. I sampled the étouffée and sausage gravy, and the homemade biscuits all were really good. On the second morning that I went down for breakfast, not nearly as good of an experience. The young lady who is our server, just didn't seem like she wanted to be there, polar opposite from the previous day. Our table wasn't stocked with sugar only had a pepper shaker had to ask for both. Somehow the same hot gravy that I had enjoyed the day before were luke warm some reason, maybe just caught it at a bad time. I didn't have more fruit options out on morning too, which I did appreciate as well. I think the poor service just soured the experience. The third morning I went down for breakfast, there was a long line waiting to be seated. And the person that appeared to be seating people as the hostess, was the same server from the day before. I came back about 30 minutes later, and there was still a line so I decided to skip breakfast. I will definitely give this one another shot, when we return to Auburn for leisure based on that first Days experience and re-rate if warranted.

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    Hamilton's On Magnolia - Pork Tenderloin

    Hamilton's On Magnolia

    4.1(257 reviews)
    0.2 mi
    •$$

    There's a particular kind of joy in feeding your college kid something that didn't come from a…read moredrive-thru window or a dining hall steam tray--and this place delivers that joy in butter, spice, and just the right amount of indulgence. Tucked into Auburn's dining scene with an upscale-casual pub charm, it's become our daughter's favorite spot to "take us" when we visit--which tells you everything you need to know. After a semester fueled by ramen and an alarming quantity of Chick-fil-A, she heads straight for the spicy penne crowned with perfectly cooked filet medallions. A wise choice. They don't take reservations, and yes, you may linger outside awhile on a busy night. Stay. It's worth it. For those of us with Gulf Coast roots, the menu reads like a love letter: blackened catfish done right, crispy crawfish tails, and cheese-laced grits that feel like a warm welcome home. The fried green tomatoes are a standout--golden, crisp, topped with grilled shrimp, and finished with a balsamic glaze that somehow works beautifully, even if it strays from tradition. The shrimp and grits, the catfish, the pasta--all hits. Cheesecake for dessert, especially if you're loyal to a graham cracker crust, is non-negotiable. Dim, cozy, a little whimsical (don't skip art in the hallway to the bathroom), and staffed by people who seem genuinely happy you're there. We'll be back. Often. --Chance & Becky *All Ahead Slow*

    Cozy and dark. The staff was very friendly. Crab cakes were yummy. The single pour wine could be…read moreimproved. But they have nice options for bottles. Everyone in our party seemed pretty satisfied with their food.

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    Hamilton's On Magnolia - Salmon salad

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