We've been looking for a great lunch spot for a midway stop on our trips from lower Alabama to NC…read moreand back. Auburn was a great midway point and Niffer's was highly rated on Yelp. Great section of VERY reasonably priced lunch entrees. The atmosphere and the service was top notch. I think it was about 4 miles from I85, and well worth the extra 8 miles it added to the trip. Best burgers we've had in a while. I'm not a fan of thin, quick cooking smash burgers so we were pleased to see nice, thick, juicy patties! This fine restaurant will give us something to look forward to, every time we pass by Auburn, in route to Atlanta, or North Carolina. It's usually just the two of us, but this trip we took my in-laws, and everybody was very happy with their choices from the extensive lunch menu. Total bill was surprisingly inexpensive.

Some burgers are meals. These are memories…read more Juicy, flavorful, melt-in-your-mouth good--this is where we come when we're back home. The room is warm and inviting, the service kind and welcoming, and the food never misses. It doesn't just taste good--ambience? it feels like home, every single time.

I've been eating here since the beginning, and when I'm in the area, I try to stop by for lunch. I…read morelove all the options for lunch & that this location has a drive thru. The team members are typically kind. As the business has grown, there are things I miss like the homemade cookies that came with the meals. Nevertheless, the chicken salad & grape salad have been consistent. There's free parking in the parking lot. Love: Sassy Scottie; Fruity Fran; grape salad (when the grapes are sweet) Dislike: buttercream cookie that comes with the meal

This was my first time eating at this location in awhile. The customer service was amazing. It took…read moreless than 10 minutes to receive my order. The food was fresh and the drink was not flat. The food came in a great portion. Overall the food was good I give this location a 10/10!!

Ole Smokey 4* Chicken fingers 4.5*…read moreBuffalo chicken sandwich 3.5* Fries 4.5* Honey Baked Goat cheese 5+* Service 5+*. Katie was GREAT!! Atmosphere 4.5*

This was our first trip to this relative new restaurant. We arrived at lunchtime to an empty…read morerestaurant with an over abundance of friendly wait staff. My first impression was not good, the Melt is very clean, but stark. The ambience is lacking. I ordered the Rubin and my entire attitude changed; one of the best sandwiches I've experienced in a long while. Four stars for the food and service. Everyone was friendly and helpful. We will be back.

Terrible experience today. Slow to begin with but the food was terrible. Tea is always good. My…read morewife had nachos and look at the brown guacamole! I had the Cuban and it wasn't even close to a Cuban.

They have a great gluten-free menu and I have eaten there several times and each time, I am very…read morepleased with the great quality of food, service and the professionalism of the staff. Heaven does a great job taking your order and is patient and helpful when making decisions on choices as it's all good! I highly recommend!

We ate there again today. The bartender (Thomas) was amazing. And you just have to watch them work…read moretogether. The food was delicious. Drinks were great. We had the chicken BLT. And the tomato cucumber salad.

Best chicken tenders I've ever had! I love the tender boxes or chicken tenders sandwiches. The…read morequality is good whether you dine-in or do the drive-thru. Their service can be hit or miss at times, especially with drive-thru wait times. Overall, definitely recommend Waldo's!

Great ,huge and delicious salads.The pesto ,pasta chicken caesar salad is delicious and is so big…read moreit is 2 meals for me.

Located near the Target in town with tons of parking. First time I've eaten at this chain and I can…read moresay that they really make good sandwiches. We went for lunch - I had the Newk's Q Sandwich with chips as a side. The sandwich was super delicious and I actually had to stash the chips for later as I was full. The lady who took the order was nice and the food came out pretty quickly. The cost wasn't too bad either. Women's bathroom was clean when we used it. If we're ever back in town, I'd definitely come back again.

This place is absolutely stunning. The ambiance and the food were insanely good. Will absolutely…read morecome back and visit the bartenders that gave great service!

Botanic is not a place. It is an experience! Hands down one of the most breathtaking, spacious,…read morecarefully curated places I've been all year. It is definitely on my Alabama "must-visit" list. I am from out of town, but I came looking for a workspace and wanted to grab lunch while I was there. I came around 1 PM and there was a 30 minute wait for 2 for lunch, but have no fear. We just went upstairs to the martini bar and were able to wait and work. We were seated in the garden for lunch, which are mostly cute high tops. Before we even began our meal, a fat adorable white rabbit crossed our path. Then an equally beautiful black rabbit crossed our path. I had no idea there was wildlife just prancing around and I was giddier than a little kid. (There are also ducks and geese who run around!). Now to the food: Had to get the smash burger because it was award winning and boy it did not disappoint! The depth of flavor and the juiciness of the patties were impeccable. I opted for guda cheese instead of cheddar, and I added grilled onions, and this was an excellent choice. The fries are super crispy and the comeback sauce is perfect for dipping . Don't judge us, but we also shared some desserts. The standout was the white chocolate cheesecake, which was sweet but not super indulgent. I would definitely skip the crepe next time. The description made it sound delicious. But overall, it was lacking in a flavor. It was by far the most disappointing dish of the day. Even though it takes a while for food to come out service is impeccable, and the servers are just so lovely, so be patient. I will definitely make the Botanic my go-to establishment when I'm in town!

Was in Auburn to take care of some personal business, and stopped by One Forty Grill with my wife…read morefor dinner. Food was excellent - I had the best Cuban sandwich I've ever had (albeit it was a bit small). My wife thoroughly enjoyed her scallops. In short, the food was excellent, but do order some appetizers as the quantity of the entrees will leave you wanting. The service was outstanding as well, the servers and other staff were exceptionally friendly and accommodating!

Higher end venue but friendly staff. Our waitperson was Chase and he definitely took the time to…read moremake sure my food was onion-free. I'd had a filling lunch so I opted for a kale and fig entrée salad (also many items had onion-stuff, so not for me with that allergy). With shredded braised Brussels sprouts, almonds, and marinated grapes, it was delicious. My son-in-law tried out the U-10 Divers scallops and he enjoyed them. These are a rarity: larger and hand-picked by divers. My daughter and grandson also enjoyed their entrées (see photos). We were comfortable, but the tables were a bit close so you had to be careful moving your chair back. Still, the cheerfulness of good companions and good food was contagious. Reservations at least a day before are a must--otherwise, you take your chances!!

I've been eating here for at least 15 years, and it never fails to provide delicious food. When I'm…read moreback in the area, I always try to stop by. A friend & I got to drop in for lunch, and it did not disappoint. The decor hasn't changed much - it's still comfortable & clean. There's free parking in the front & sides of the building. Love: service (kind, helpful); lobster egg rolls (crispy, delicious filling); turkey wrap (soft lavosh bread, dip in honey mustard & tzatziki); sweet potato chips (best in the restaurant game); toffee cake (moist, added praline pecans for crunch)

Once again it was our annual LSU women's basketball game pilgrimage so Gary, Garrett and I piled…read moreinto Paul's truck and we headed down to Auburn on a beautiful Sunday afternoon. Garrett suggested Amsterdam for lunch. Located near the Auburn campus, Amsterdam is one of more well known eateries off campus. Students may not have eaten at Amsterdam, but most can point you in the right direction. I've been tricked by appearances before but Amsterdam is in a category of its own. There's a front and a back part of the building. But I didn't know that until we were led to our table in the back. The front part is a typical "smallish" restaurant with tight booths and tables. The decorations of impressionist painters adorn the walls giving the front dining room a warm inviting feel. When we were led to our table, I thought I was being led to the restrooms. We actually went past the restrooms down a small flight of stairs and into another large room. This beautiful back room was oozing the "hidden wine cellar" vibe throughout. There were tables and chairs in the center with smaller tables and chairs lining one wall and booths on another. Then there's a large full service bar lining the 3rd wall and a workstation on the 4th wall. The ceiling with hanging panels of wood moved the light beautifully and impressed me. There was also a large floor to ceiling wine rack next to our 4 top. Gary tried their Omelet. Three eggs served with conecuh sausage, bacon, onions, peppers, cheddar cheese, and potatoes. With the sourdough toast, the plating was immaculate. I didn't get to taste it, but Gary didn't have any deiicions/ Garrett opted for their Brunch special: Apple & Pecan Freeman toast. When it arrived to our table, we immediately noticed the large slices of French toast. As promised, the French toast was topped with slices of peaches and apples and butter brown sugar with white powder sugar as well. Again I didn't get to taste, but I savored it with my eye. Paul and I tried the Amsterdam Burger. He got some fries as his side, but I upgraded my side to a beautifully plated side salad. With the added fried egg, my patty was grilled to a perfect medium with just a hint of pink. Stacked with it was some lettuce, caramelized onions, applewood bacon, spicy pickles, tomato and their traditional burger sauce all squeezed together between 2 bun halves, it has to be stabbed with a long food pick to hold it together. It was juicy, tasty and just Yom Yom Yom Yom. Our server was attentive and checked on us frequently. Other notable menu items include fried brussels, lobster egg rolls, rum salmon, breakfast croissant, snickerdoodle pancakes, steak & eggs, egg white omelet and shrimp & grits. I was told their Crab Cake & Avocado is to die for. Meal prices are on the high end but Amsterdam understands how to elevate Southern comfort food.

food, drinks and atmosphere were phenomenal. Our waitress Victoria was amazing. She was so…read moreattentive, personable, and caring. She made my fiancé's birthday dinner perfect. Will recommend The Hound to all our friends and family. We will be returning soon! -Tim & Kasi

If you're looking for a place that feels like a high-end hunting lodge married a modern restaurant…read moreand raised a family of delicious food and strong drinks, The Hound is your spot. I started off with the Moon Over Madagascar, and let me tell you--if this drink had a fan club, I'd be president. The black tea and vanilla combo sounded like a weird dare at first, but it ended up being shockingly amazing. Whoever came up with that mix deserves a bonus and maybe a parade. Now, let's talk about the shrimp and grits, because these were not just "good." These were "call your mama and tell her you've tasted greatness" good. The chef is from South Carolina, and you can taste every bit of Lowcountry pride in that bowl. Perfectly cooked grits? Check. Pile of blackened shrimp? Double check. A sauce that made me rethink my entire life? Oh yeah. If they sold that sauce by the gallon, I'd be bankrupt but extremely happy. Erica, our waitress, was an absolute rockstar. Super helpful, incredibly informative, and somehow managed to keep the perfect balance of friendly and professional--even on the Sunday after the Iron Bowl, when half of Auburn is stress-eating. The place was spotless too, which is impressive considering the emotional damage that game causes every year. Bottom line: The Hound is a must-visit. Come hungry, order boldly, and thank me later.