Rada's Guidebook
Food scene
I eat here almost everyday when I’m in Auburn. Great lunch combo of sandwich, side and a cookie!
Chicken Salad Chick
1345 Opelika RdI eat here almost everyday when I’m in Auburn. Great lunch combo of sandwich, side and a cookie!
El Rey De Todos
1447 Opelika Rd$1 tacos on Tuesdays. These are not small tacos! Good happy hour deals too.
Check out Bodegas at Midtown, which are pop up shops and restaurants (including Ross House coffee, Auburn Popcorn Co and Mylk Cookies) located in the heart of Midtown Auburn.
@bodegasmidtownauburn
Midtown Auburn
1188 Opelika RdCheck out Bodegas at Midtown, which are pop up shops and restaurants (including Ross House coffee, Auburn Popcorn Co and Mylk Cookies) located in the heart of Midtown Auburn.
@bodegasmidtownauburn
Best BBQ in Auburn. Super cheap breakfast plates that will keep you full well into the afternoon. I rarely stray from my usual order of the chipped sandwich with extra pickles, and a side of their to-die-for Brunswick stew!
@byrons_smokehouse
10 locals recommend
Byron's Smokehouse
436 Opelika RdBest BBQ in Auburn. Super cheap breakfast plates that will keep you full well into the afternoon. I rarely stray from my usual order of the chipped sandwich with extra pickles, and a side of their to-die-for Brunswick stew!
@byrons_smokehouse
Fresh and ready meal take away. Check out their Instagram for weekly menus and how to order. Their pop up shop at Midtown Auburn is closest to the house.
@thecupandsaucerau
The Cup and Saucer
555 Opelika RoadFresh and ready meal take away. Check out their Instagram for weekly menus and how to order. Their pop up shop at Midtown Auburn is closest to the house.
@thecupandsaucerau
An Auburn staple with a wide variety of food choices. Try the corn nuggets or white cheese dip as an appetizer. Very close to the house.
@niffersplace
12 locals recommend
Niffer's Place Auburn
1151 Opelika RdAn Auburn staple with a wide variety of food choices. Try the corn nuggets or white cheese dip as an appetizer. Very close to the house.
@niffersplace
Because it’s ice cream and who doesn’t love that? 1 minute up the road from the house.
Bruster's Real Ice Cream
2172 E University DrBecause it’s ice cream and who doesn’t love that? 1 minute up the road from the house.
Burn Nutrition
Around the corner from the house. Great teas and smoothies!
@burnnutritionauburn
Great beer and bar food, super close to the house located in Midtown Auburn development.
@auburnplaza
Auburn Plaza Bar & Lounge
800 Main StreetGreat beer and bar food, super close to the house located in Midtown Auburn development.
@auburnplaza
Cute little coffee shop located in an old house on Ross Street. Try their cinnamon rolls!
@rosshousecoffee
7 locals recommend
Rosshouse Coffee
150 N Ross StCute little coffee shop located in an old house on Ross Street. Try their cinnamon rolls!
@rosshousecoffee
The most affordable breakfast in town! I love their $5 breakfast panini with eggs, your choice of meat, choice of bread and cheddar cheese. A real down home mom and pop place.
@bizilias.cafe
Bizilia's Cafe
134 N College StThe most affordable breakfast in town! I love their $5 breakfast panini with eggs, your choice of meat, choice of bread and cheddar cheese. A real down home mom and pop place.
@bizilias.cafe
Another fave coffee spot of mine. Try the vanilla lavender latte with almond milk. You won't be disappointed!
@coffeecatau
7 locals recommend
COFFEE CAT
124 Tichenor AveAnother fave coffee spot of mine. Try the vanilla lavender latte with almond milk. You won't be disappointed!
@coffeecatau
Chill upscale bar for the non-student crowd. Great view of Toomer's Corner.
@avondaleauburn
19 locals recommend
Avondale Bar & Tap Room
Chill upscale bar for the non-student crowd. Great view of Toomer's Corner.
@avondaleauburn
A unique dining experience, The Waverly Local has been described as “seasonally inspired, simple southern fare amidst mid-century modern decor in a beautifully repurposed garage setting.” The roasted heirloom pork is a must-try.
@thewaverlylocal
11 locals recommend
The Waverly Local
1465 Patrick St
A unique dining experience, The Waverly Local has been described as “seasonally inspired, simple southern fare amidst mid-century modern decor in a beautifully repurposed garage setting.” The roasted heirloom pork is a must-try.
@thewaverlylocal
The Collegiate Hotel at Auburn
205 S Gay StFantastic rooftop bar
@staycohoauburn
Lucy's
2300 Moores Mill RdIncredible brunch!
@eatatlucys
The jerk chicken and firecracker chicken are my go-to tacos. I’ll even admit I’ve eaten here 3 times in one day. Great margarita specials too!
@tacoritaau
7 locals recommend
Tacorita
138 N College StThe jerk chicken and firecracker chicken are my go-to tacos. I’ll even admit I’ve eaten here 3 times in one day. Great margarita specials too!
@tacoritaau
A bit more upscale BBQ in Auburn. Delicious food and a great vibe. Try the chili lime wings!
@bowandarrowauburn
7 locals recommend
Bow & Arrow
1977 E Samford AveA bit more upscale BBQ in Auburn. Delicious food and a great vibe. Try the chili lime wings!
@bowandarrowauburn
A “hidden” gem with a great outdoor patio. The desserts-of-the-day are works of art, for your eyes and your mouth. Check out their Instagram for what incredible treats they’re serving daily.
@ariccia.piccolo
8 locals recommend
Ariccia Cucina Italiana
241 S College StA “hidden” gem with a great outdoor patio. The desserts-of-the-day are works of art, for your eyes and your mouth. Check out their Instagram for what incredible treats they’re serving daily.
@ariccia.piccolo
Yummy fast casual Tex-Mex style food, just down the street from the house.
Barberitos Southwestern Grille & Cantina
1619 Opelika RoadYummy fast casual Tex-Mex style food, just down the street from the house.
Delicious Asian fare. Try the spicy basil with a side of fried rice or the brisket ramen.
@fusionauburn
Fusion Restaurant
145 E Magnolia AveDelicious Asian fare. Try the spicy basil with a side of fried rice or the brisket ramen.
@fusionauburn
Great pizza just down the road from the house.
6 locals recommend
Johnny Brusco's New York Style Pizza
2408 E University DrGreat pizza just down the road from the house.
Upscale classic southern dining in a cozy settting. A local favorite.
@acrerestaurant
44 locals recommend
Acre
210 E Glenn AveUpscale classic southern dining in a cozy settting. A local favorite.
@acrerestaurant
Half off their primi pasta menu every night from 4-6. Such a great deal for delicious Italian food!
@espositositalianbistro
Esposito's Italian Bistro
154 North College StreetHalf off their primi pasta menu every night from 4-6. Such a great deal for delicious Italian food!
@espositositalianbistro
Shopping
A must visit! Home to over 70 local small businesses and makers. All kinds of goodies including clothing and accessories, bath and body, home goods, Auburn gear and knick knacks.
They have 2 locations within the Auburn Mall.
@themakerandmerchant
The Maker and Merchant
1627 Opelika RdA must visit! Home to over 70 local small businesses and makers. All kinds of goodies including clothing and accessories, bath and body, home goods, Auburn gear and knick knacks.
They have 2 locations within the Auburn Mall.
@themakerandmerchant
The cutest pharmacy you ever did see! But it doesn’t just sells items for your sniffles, it’s a one of the best shops in town. A quick 2 minute drive from the house or a 10 minute walk. Tell them Rada from California sent you.
@auburnpharmacy
Auburn Pharmacy
643 North Dean RoadThe cutest pharmacy you ever did see! But it doesn’t just sells items for your sniffles, it’s a one of the best shops in town. A quick 2 minute drive from the house or a 10 minute walk. Tell them Rada from California sent you.
@auburnpharmacy
Great finds all by local Alabama artists. I always find something to take home.
Located at the back of J&M bookstore in downtown Auburn.
@localmarketauburn
THE locAL Market
115 S College StGreat finds all by local Alabama artists. I always find something to take home.
Located at the back of J&M bookstore in downtown Auburn.
@localmarketauburn
I’m a sucker for antique stores and this is one of my faves. It’s huge! Much of the decor in the house is from here. You’ll never know what you find, and I highly recommend!
Angel's Antiques & Flea Mall
900 Columbus PkwyI’m a sucker for antique stores and this is one of my faves. It’s huge! Much of the decor in the house is from here. You’ll never know what you find, and I highly recommend!
Who doesn’t love a small town bookstore? The staff is knowledgeable and can help you pick the perfect read for your travels. Pick up a book and a bottle of wine to enjoy out back during your stay.
@auburnoilbooksellers
Auburn Oil Co. Booksellers
149 E Magnolia AveWho doesn’t love a small town bookstore? The staff is knowledgeable and can help you pick the perfect read for your travels. Pick up a book and a bottle of wine to enjoy out back during your stay.
@auburnoilbooksellers
A mother-daughter-owned antique shop tucked away in the small town of Waverly, Alabama, Fig and Wasp carries a frequent rotation of carefully curated antiques, beautifully hand-crafted pottery, vintage rugs, and unique paintings.
@figandwasp.waverly
Fig and Wasp
1316 Patrick StA mother-daughter-owned antique shop tucked away in the small town of Waverly, Alabama, Fig and Wasp carries a frequent rotation of carefully curated antiques, beautifully hand-crafted pottery, vintage rugs, and unique paintings.
@figandwasp.waverly
85 scents to choose from to create your own candle, or shop their selection.
@auburncandle
Auburn Candle Company
166 N Gay St85 scents to choose from to create your own candle, or shop their selection.
@auburncandle
Hands down the best boutique in Auburn to find your must have blue and orange decor!
@auburn_art
Auburn Art
102 N College StHands down the best boutique in Auburn to find your must have blue and orange decor!
@auburn_art
Cute affordable trendy boutique clothing and accessories located at the Auburn Mall, down the road from the house.
@mintjulepauburn
The Mint Julep Boutique
1627 Opelika RoadCute affordable trendy boutique clothing and accessories located at the Auburn Mall, down the road from the house.
@mintjulepauburn
My personal favorite bookstore to get all of your Auburn souvenirs. Located downstairs in Haley Center on campus.
@aubookstore
Auburn University Bookstore
351 West Thach ConcourseMy personal favorite bookstore to get all of your Auburn souvenirs. Located downstairs in Haley Center on campus.
@aubookstore
Sightseeing
If you enjoy hiking in the woods or just sitting back, learning about nature, the Kreher Preserve & Nature Center offers outdoor recreation, nature education, and many ways to just relax and enjoy the wilderness. The park has over 6 miles of trails that take walkers, hikers, runners and explorers through several distinct habitats and by many interesting features.
Kreher Preserve & Nature Center
2222 N College StIf you enjoy hiking in the woods or just sitting back, learning about nature, the Kreher Preserve & Nature Center offers outdoor recreation, nature education, and many ways to just relax and enjoy the wilderness. The park has over 6 miles of trails that take walkers, hikers, runners and explorers through several distinct habitats and by many interesting features.
Hickory Dickory Park
1400 Hickory LaneExcellent playground for kids. Or adults. :)
Town Creek Park
1150 S Gay StA lovely place for a walk or jog
The most beautiful university in the country! Maybe I’m biased. :)
Take a walk around our gorgeous and lively campus, see the iconic Samford Hall and the oak trees in Samford Park that are “rolled” with any Auburn win.
49 locals recommend
Auburn University
The most beautiful university in the country! Maybe I’m biased. :)
Take a walk around our gorgeous and lively campus, see the iconic Samford Hall and the oak trees in Samford Park that are “rolled” with any Auburn win.
The Southeastern Raptor Center is a rehabilitation and education facility, providing educational programming for those interested in learning about raptors and care to birds of prey in need.
Southeastern Raptor Center
1350 Pratt-Carden DrThe Southeastern Raptor Center is a rehabilitation and education facility, providing educational programming for those interested in learning about raptors and care to birds of prey in need.
Fitness/ recreation
A “lifestyle” center that offers basketball, racquetball, swimming, splash park, cardio, weights, indoor and outdoor tracks. $10 daily guests memberships, or $4 for the pool/splash park.
SportsPlex Parkway
SportsPlex ParkwayA “lifestyle” center that offers basketball, racquetball, swimming, splash park, cardio, weights, indoor and outdoor tracks. $10 daily guests memberships, or $4 for the pool/splash park.