Ordered drinks, waited 20 Minutes. My husband ordered 2 different red wines and they were out of both. After waiting 20 Minutes for his wine She brought something that was comparable. It was just ok. Ordered food, waited almost an hour for food. They gave the table next to us our food then realized it was ours. If I can be honest, I was expecting more. The Chicken was salty, pasta was bland. My husbands steak was ok. It has a beautiful outdoor atmosphere. Just wished the food matched the atmosphere. read more

Great lunch prices. I had the porchetta pizza and bread with a cocktail. The house salad that came with the pizza was yummy! Nice atmosphere and good service. The drinks were strong for the prices and tasty. Would definitely come back to try the dinner menu! And it's a must-have for lunch. read more

Ariccia Cucina - Porchetta pizza - Italian Near Me - Auburn, Alabama

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This place was excellent. I highly, highly recommend the Ariccia salad and the porchetta pizza. It was amazing. One of the top five pizzas I've ever had. Very convenient at the Hotel at Auburn, close to campus. read more

I was really looking forward to brunch here. I was already making a stop for the Bloody Mary bar in the lobby for gameday, so it was convenient. We were sat in a section with no other customers and once a waiter came over he told us the server who had that section was on a break. We went ahead and ordered but had a few questions. He had no idea what was in their special pasta featured on the menu. It's your special-- how do you not know?? He left to go find someone who knew and when he came back he said he had to ask a manager to go find a chef that knew. Seriously? When our food arrived, both orders were cold. It was obvious it had all been cooked a while ago and was just sitting under a heat lamp. My order came with a side salad that had their pistachio brittle on it. The menu didn't advertise this, but since I knew what it was, I had to send it back as I'm allergic. Something made with a nut that people could be allergic to should be advertised on the menu. Our waiter didn't come back for a while after fixing the salad and when he did, he spent more time complaining about why he was delayed coming back than asking if we needed anything. The mimosas we had were decent enough, but the Bloody Mary from the lobby bar was by far the highlight of the stop. read more

Really fresh food and the wine list is awesome The staff are attentive and the atmosphere is calm and modern read more

Fantastic pizza and service. The servers went above and beyond to make sure we had a delicious meal and we definitely did. The ambiance was super fun too. Highly recommend! read more

The food was great, but service was a little slow. Loved the ambiance of the place! Great selection of wine as well. read more

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Food is a solid 7-8/10. Upscale vibe. Good for a date night. Spaghetti aglio olio is perfection.

We went here for Graduation Brunch and found the food and service to be mediocre at best. The only manned station was for omelets. I guess they figure it's Graduation so they can charge a premium price for a mediocre product, because it's not likely that you will be back. Stay away!!! read more

This place is great. The food is strong to quite strong. As good Italian food one could expect in rural Alabama. They make their pasta on site. The cocktails are great. I had their take on a Manhattan and it was amazing. They have a sweet sitting room near the bar in which to enjoy them. The service is also very good. I came in with a big party and the wait staff got everything correct the first time. The place is a bit pricey and the clientele is a bit on the southern gentrified side. read more

I have visited this restaurant many times. I have had some ups and downs as a patron. Today was a five-star experience. It started off with Tess answering the phone, she was friendly and upbeat from the start. She asked how I was doing, the answer was great. It's my freaking birthday. I made her aware of the holiday that was taking place, and I placed my order. I ordered the salmon, the arancini, The Arricia salad, The brussels sprouts in addition to the risotto. EVERYTHING was excellent. Did I mention it was a take-out order. (We all know they can be iffy). Today it was executed without a hitch. (My only wish would only be to perhaps put the lentils in a small plastic container so you don't have to chase the goodness around). That however is minuscule in comparison to my enjoyment of the meal. Tje Brussels sprouts with the kumquats were OOH SO GOOD!!! I think the Chef has a proclivity to using citrus fruits on the most clever ways. It was delicious. There used to be pizza they made with Mandarin oranges and it was one of my favorites. I digress. The nicest touch was a simple card by the staff with a little artistry I might add that said Happy Birthday!! This is definitely a good restaurant to try. Wish I had more pics but my plates are empty!! read more

Ariccia Cucina - Birthday card - Italian Near Me - Auburn, Alabama

The lunch buffet here has a great salad bar with grilled veggies, antipasti and the entrees are really good as well. I personally love the balsamic salad dressing they have here so so much. Its like the perfect blend of creamy and tart, I would put it on everything if I could. I would say that the main dishes can be awesome sometimes and not so good others. For example, the pizza crust was burnt today but that was the only complaint I had. Literally everything else on the buffet was delicious. The dessert bar here is also so so good. Today they had coconut pie, brownies, blondies, banana pudding, and maybe one other thing but that will vary from day to day. So there is most certainly something for everyone. One bit of advice here is that I would get a dessert first and leave it at your table till you are ready since sometimes these will run out. As far as service goes, the servers are all so friendly and helpful. But a small note I would add is that during the school year this place can get busy so you will need a reservation if you want a seat. read more

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A very nice, comfortable, formal atmosphere. Expensively and professionally appounted. Excellent food. Attentive service. Once had a mushed pork preparation here I will never forget. read more

We started with the mushroom salad, arugula, lemon juice and a couple small mushroom slices, it was extremely bitter. I had the scampi pasta. The shrimp were overcooked and the sauce was very spicy and the dish had no flavor. It was left uneaten. He had the rigatoni which had an odd chef boyardee flavor. The meal doesn't come with bread which would have been appreciated since the food was so bad. I wouldn't even return for a free meal if offered. read more

Ariccia Cucina - Scampi - Italian Near Me - Auburn, Alabama

Delicious!!! The young man (Austin?) that helped us explained we could have anything on the menu delivered to our room. We were SO pleased. It was hot and so, so good. We will put this on our must do when at AU. read more

I've eaten at Ariccia several times and it never ceases to amaze me, breakfast, lunch, or dinner! While staying at the hotel, we ate Ariccia for breakfast one morning. I had the frittata and my husband had the egg meal, both of which were delicious. The coffee was flowing and it was a relaxing morning for us. For dinner, we tried the corn flat-bread pizza and it hit the spot. Just the right amount of food and amazing flavors! I HIGHLY recommend stopping by Ariccia on a Tuesday night for the pasta bar...you will want to go back every Tuesday! read more

Ariccia Cucina - Corn pizza - Italian Near Me - Auburn, Alabama

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I've had their breakfast and $14 lunch buffet with the food being a hit or a miss. They had an egg custard menu item mixed with green beans that was out of this world. It was so good I had to get seconds. Their creamy pastas and potato salad and bread pudding were slices of heaven. They could use a little more work on the cold pasta. It was really rubbery and hard. The soup was really sour too. It was suppose to be a sausage soup. The dessert area was great. I got to try a bunch of different mousses. The salad area had tons of condiments that made you want to explore an area that you usually wouldn't venture at a buffet. read more

Ariccia Cucina - Cold foods area...tons and tons of condiments all around - Italian Near Me - Auburn, Alabama

Love the restaurant, bar, and lounge. Service is impeccable and the quality of the food is always the same and always excellent. One of my favorite spots to hang out in Auburn. read more

This is the absolute best restaurant in Auburn. I can recommend many things as this restaurant. For one, the filet mignon is the best one in town. Secondly, the pizza from here is very hard to find. No matter which pizza you choose to order, you cannot go wrong. The restaurant staff is absolutely amazing, and you can never go wrong dining here! This is an Auburn hotspot, and this would be my first recommendation to anyone! read more

The ambiance and decor defines this beautiful establishment. The interior of this restaurant was created to give a classy, sophisticated, but yet comfortable feel. Not only did they succeed, they surpassed their goal because it is the definition of elegance. The food was amazing, and the service was just as complimentary. I am looking forward to another visit. read more

We went for the breakfast buffet. There was a 20 minute wait, which was fine. But, by the time we got seated, it was 45 minutes to closing and they had stopped refilling most of the stuff. I had to call them out twice to refill toppings for the grits and once for the quiche. Their waffles were doughy and stale. Also, there is no other meat option other than ham and bacon, so if you don't eat pork, prepare to go meatless for breakfast. I asked the server for butter (since they had not refilled the butter bowl at the station) and, 30 mins later, she comes and asks if someone gave me butter and I said no. Then, she took another 15 mins to get me butter. It looked like they were clearing up for brunch before the buffet time was over. I don't know why they said it was till 10.30, if they had to clear up before that. Bad Management!! read more

The service here is terrible and the food is mediocre at best. Go somewhere else. There are so many fabulous restaurants in Auburn.

There are so many great restaurants within walking distance, no point to stay in the hotel for just OK food. I keep trying to support them every time I stay here, and hope its better, but the disappointment continues. They make their own pasta but the spaghetti was thick and chewy, the carbonara sauce saved it. The sauce on the filet had no real flavor, mashed potatoes were cold. The wine the waitress recommended was fantastic, so all was not a total loss. The bar is the best part, great drinks and we did order a pizza that was good. read more

Driving into Auburn on a very cold Alabama night, 12/30/17. The restaurant has very decent reviews on Yelp. I liked that it was downtown. And I love Italian food. So I made it my stop of choice while passing through the lovely town of Auburn AL. Walked in at 7 p.m. Not a soul. Wasn't sure the place was open. But they were. It was apparently too cold for folks to get out for dinner. My server, Matthew, was crazy friendly and attentive to my requests. Mushroom toast appetizer was OUT OF THIS WORLD. Huge. Delicious. The toasts had just the right amount of burn to make them perfect for me. Matthew recommended the squid ink pasta carbonara. It was incredible. The pasta had a special flavor. The sauce was incredible, with a sharp tangy flavor from the cheese that I absolutely loved. The above two dishes and a few glasses of wine, plus great service (including incredibly knowledgable history lessons from the Matthew, my server, a future high school History teacher) made for an incredibly enjoyable evening. And the crowd started to come in later on that evening. Beautiful space, including the separate room with the cozy fireplace and seating. read more

Such a yummy spot to go with friends or family. The food tastes super authentic and fresh and the staff is very welcoming! I've been back multiple times just because of how tasty the food is but the atmosphere is very nice too! read more

Started out with the bruschetta it was absolutely delicious with large heirloom tomatoes, onions (maybe even some shallot) and a nice sweet balsamic vinegar, then had the Apple and fennel salad, the balsamic white balsamic was unique and tasty, of course entree was pasta. All was good would definitely recommend. read more

After many hours of traveling, I stopped into Ariccia for dinner because I was staying at the Hotel. I have to say, I thought it was a bit strange that the hostess brought me to a table and then asked, "Is this okay, or do you want something farther back?" I appreciate her asking, but it seemed strange as I'd already seated myself at the table. I will say, however, that I really enjoyed the ambiance. It was dark (but not too dark) and cozy, wasn't too loud and I didn't feel like I was accidentally eavesdropping on anyone or vice versa because the tables were nicely spaced apart. I also had a nice view of the kitchen area, which I always find enjoyable. I was quickly served some rosemary bread with olive oil and cracked pepper. Unfortunately the bread was dry and seemed almost stale, but thankfully the olive oil made it edible. My server was super friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable of the menu. I am lactose intolerant, so I will admit going into an Italian restaurant was probably a bit silly on my part, but she was able to point out which items were dairy free or could easily be modified to be dairy free. I settled for the tagliatelle which has a lovely and not overpowering pesto with pine nuts, sun dried tomatoes and a few sprigs of broccolini. Overall, despite a few polishes here and there, I really enjoyed my meal and my experience at Ariccia. I don't know that I'd go out of my way to return, but if I am ever visiting Auburn and staying at the Hotel, I'd certainly consider it for the convenience if nothing else. read more

While staying at the Hotel at Auburn University, we decided to eat at Ariccia, we have visited the Piccolo lounge, which is attached to the restaurant, several times we had never tried the restaurant. It has a warm and inviting atmosphere and the staff are very friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable of the menu.  My wife and daughter both had the Shrimp Scampi and they loved it. I had the Chicken with aged gouda cream mac & cheese, which was fantastic. I highly recommend the gouda cream mac & cheese. It does get a bit pricey in the evening but we felt the atmosphere and the food were worth it. read more

I ate here several times during graduation week -- breakfast and lunch buffets only. Note: I brought my toddlers....mistake. While the staff is incredibly accommodating (there's high chairs, kid's cups, and kid-friendly food options), and the other patrons are gracious and friendly -- I'd definitely leave my animated kiddos at home next time. It's an upscale, quiet environment = not geared for rowdy kiddos, even during buffets. For groups: We had a party of 10 for lunch, and it's a great place for groups -- very accommodating and highly recommended (pricey though. It can be quite difficult during busy times/events to get them on the phone, so make your group reservations early. Good variety of "healthy" food items. The lunch buffet is overpriced. Sweet iced tea is not very good. read more

Ariccia is part of the Hotel at Auburn University. At night it's an upscale Italian restaurant but it does double duty as a more casual breakfast and lunch restaurant, especially for hotel guests. It's a warm and inviting atmosphere. We only enjoyed breakfast a couple of mornings and both times we chose the breakfast buffet. Even though it's a little pricey at $15.50, the buffet has lots of options, including an omelet bar and was an easy way to order. The only thing missing was oatmeal. And since it is part of the hospitality program at Auburn University, staffing is almost entirely by students. Service is attentive and above par. Ariccia is a nice restaurant and worth a visit, even if you're not staying at the adjoining hotel. read more

My husband surprised me with an Auburn trip for our Valentine's weekend getaway. Included in the Hotel at Auburn University package were supper and breakfast at Ariccia, the on-site restaurant. I've eaten their delicious breakfast buffet before, so I knew we would enjoy our breakfast there. The dinner was worth the drive from Birmingham! The warm atmosphere, quiet music, and quaint setting made the perfect place for the delicious meal delivered. We both found the "fin" a little less perfect than the "hoof," but that's only because the steak was so fabulously prepared! Next time, I'll order steak and not both meat choices. The dessert bar carried out the holiday theme, leaving me too many selections (really? too much chocolate?). Their pricey menu was OK only because it was a special occasion. But there are always special occasions to celebrate in Auburn! read more

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Ariccia has the best breakfast in town. Hands down. Of course we are comparing this high scale restaurant to Waffle House and IHOP, the only other options for breakfast in this "lovely" town. Sarcasm intended. I've had the breakfast buffet a few times. They usually have a good spread although I typically stick to getting an omlette. It is a little expensive but it at least comes with unlimited refills of coffee and fresh orange juice. I've never had lunch or dinner here so I can't comment but this is absolutely the place to head for a great breakfast in town! read more

Favorite restaurant in Auburn. Everyone I have dined with at this place had been satisfied every time. Good quality made with good ingredients. Very friendly staff. Use to love their lunch buffets. Teddie bear teas were amazing too read more

One of our personal favorites. The brunch is amazing. Bar staff is great. Definitely stay at the hotel and enjoy breakfast.

The sitting area was well appointed. We were seated exactly at our reservation hour which was a plus. We had the christmas menu selection. The appetizers were very nice. Well seasoned and gave us high hopes for the main meal. The steak was seasoned well but tough, the quail stuffing was good but both sides were cool on arrival to the table. The pumpkin cheesecake was the best thing served tonight. The moscow mule was good but the bellini was unpleasant enough make me send it back. At the end of the night, i was told it could not be removed from the bill becase they can't do that. So I was charged for a drink i could not drink!!! Every restaurant knows that's poor customer service...shame on you!!! Not sure we would give this restaurant another chance. read more

The servers were very friendly, but the overall experience was very disappointing. Very, very high prices and small portions. Slow service as well. Had a group of 8, we ate at 6:30 and we got our checks returned and paid at 9:05. Just over 2.5 hours is excessive. Had the salmon, which was very bland. Most of the pasta dishes sampled were pretty tasty, just very small in portion size for $15-25. The appetizers (the bruschetta-like menu item is bread served with a tomato-salsa type concoction) were very tiny and quite disappointing as well. I appreciate the attempt at fine dining... the slow service, bland food, and lack of "bang for the buck" just drive this down to 2 stars. If the prices included salad, sides, or an appetizer; I think that would be much more reasonable, but they do not. read more

I've only been here a couples times for dinner. Both were sponsored events, so I didn't pay for anything. The first time I loved the steak I ordered. It was cooked perfectly. The second time was a big disappointment. The bread was the most memorable part of the meal. My steak was a little burnt. No, it was very burnt. It had a few edible crispy areas, but a lot of it tasted like burning. They did have some interesting app specials though. read more

Nice decor can't make up for the poor food. Started with lobster and crab bisque, which was quite tasty. However when I asked for crackers to go with the bisque I was assured they would bring out roasted bread. Twenty minutes later bread finally came...too late! Ordered the wild mushroom pizza and had 3 pieces before I gave up on it. Cheese was too salty and overpowered the mushroom flavor. Olive oil ( I think) tasted old or maybe just cheap. read more

This place was AMAZING! The hotel in general was fabulous. All of the staff were so helpful and friendly... also very positive, even on a busy, stressful day of graduation. This place made our day perfect. The food was great. Everything was just SO good. I'll be back!!!! OH, ALSO, THE COFFEE WAS THE ACTUAL BEST ICED COFFEE I HAVE EVER DRANK. shoutout to the barista working on 12/15/18 around 1pm!! read more

Disappointing experience. Overall, I think this place is completely over-rated and we won't be back. We came here for dinner and were sat at the worst table in the house, despite there being plenty of other tables open. The server was slow with everything from drinks to bread to menus. The menu was extremely unclear and our server spent no time explaining it (e.g., the section called 'flour and water' is both pasta and pizza, with only 3 words describing each dish so you couldn't tell them apart). She seemed annoyed when I had so many questions, so I ended up taking a shot in the dark and ordering tortellini. My boyfriend ordered the pork, and I watched it sit under a heat lamp for about 10 minutes, so it wasn't a surprise that it was completely dry and tough. He sucked it up and ate it because he was so hungry he didn't want to wait any longer (we'd already been there for 45 minutes or more). My tortellini was a complete joke, and I promptly sent it back. It was tri-colore tortellini from the refrigerator section at Kroger with 6 sad pieces of wilted spinach on top. There was a pool of what appeared to be an attempt at a cream sauce (looked more like they poured cream on it). It had absolutely no flavor--none. I was pretty surprised that a manager didn't come by our table as typically happens when a customer sends food back. A while ago we came for Sunday brunch buffet, paid $40 each, and I can't remember what they had it was so blah. Italian food is so easy to make, which is what makes this place even more disappointing. We gave it another shot, but will not return. read more