I recently visited this restaurant as it was located inside The Hotel at Auburn University where I…read morestayed for my recent work trip. We had breakfast there each morning for 4 days and when I mean breakfast, it was a full breakfast meal and not a quick grab and go or small buffet. I tried the ham and cheese omelet and added bacon, the Americano with bacon one day and the next day with sausage, and my breakfast the last day I chose the french toast. Everything was delicious. The bacon was cooked nice and crisp, and the mascarpone was the perfect match for the french toast. My eggs were always cooked the way I requested, over hard or over medium. Our service was actually quick since we usually started first thing right after they opened, however, service was just kind of slow on one of the days. We didn't understand how since we were the only people in there, maybe around 8 of us at that time. The ambiance was really nice and cozy. You wouldn't think you were inside of a hotel. It felt very warm and the decor was just lovely. If I'm ever back in the area, I would definitely go there again.

While visiting Auburn, we decided to try Ariccia for dinner, and it ended up being one of the best…read moremeals we had during the trip. The restaurant has a really warm, cozy atmosphere with candlelit tables and a relaxed but slightly upscale feel. It's the kind of place that feels perfect for a nice dinner out without being overly formal. We started with the crispy Brussels sprouts, which were packed with flavor and had that perfect crispy texture. Definitely a great way to start the meal. For the mains, we ordered the shrimp pasta and the steak with fries. The shrimp pasta was creamy and comforting, with perfectly cooked shrimp and a rich sauce that coated the pasta without feeling too heavy. The steak was cooked well and topped with a buttery herb sauce that added a lot of flavor. The fries were crispy and salty -- exactly what you want alongside a steak. We also had a couple drinks with dinner which paired really nicely with the meal and added to the relaxed vibe of the night. What really stood out though was the service. Our waitress was incredibly friendly and easy to talk to, and she actually chatted with us while we were eating which made the whole experience feel really welcoming. It almost felt like we were talking with family. Coming from California, that kind of warm and genuine interaction felt really refreshing. Overall, Ariccia made for a really enjoyable dinner while visiting Auburn. Between the cozy atmosphere, great food, and welcoming service, it's definitely a spot I'd recommend if you're in town and looking for a good Italian meal. If you go, I'd definitely recommend trying the Brussels sprouts and the shrimp pasta.