Southern Oak

4.0

128 Reviews

$31 to $50

Southern

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2 people

Mar 11, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 3 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for business meals
Good for groups
Good for special occasions

Southern Oak invites you to indulge in a culinary journey that celebrates the rich flavors of the South. Start your day with our renowned breakfast buffet, featuring a delightful array of dishes crafted by our talented chefs using fresh, locally-sourced ingredients. From fluffy biscuits and creamy gravies to made-to-order eggs and seasonal fruits, every bite is a taste of Southern comfort.

In the evening, our menu transforms to showcase elevated Southern-inspired favorites, including perfectly prepared steaks, fresh seafood, and other signature dishes. Located within the Auburn Marriott Opelika Resort & Spa, the restaurant offers a warm, inviting atmosphere with stunning views of the Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail. Whether it’s breakfast, dinner, or a special occasion, Southern Oak is the perfect destination for a memorable dining experience.

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Location
3700 Robert Trent Jones Trl, Opelika, AL 36801
Phone number
(334) 737-2117
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Southern, Farm-to-table, Steakhouse
Hours of operation
Daily 6:30 am–11:00 am Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Hotel Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
John Eckstadt

Experiences

Sip the Season - Mixology Class
$20.00 per person
Prepaid
Mar 15, 2025 only
5:00 PM
Sip the Season: St. Patrick’s Day Edition 🍀🍸 Get into the Irish spirit with Sip the Season: St. Patrick’s Day Edition at Southern Oak! This festive mixology class will have you shaking, stirring, and sipping on handcrafted cocktails inspired by the Emerald Isle. Led by our expert bartenders, you’ll learn to mix up St. Patrick’s Day–themed drinks! Whether you're a cocktail enthusiast or just looking for a fun way to celebrate, Sip the Season is the perfect way to toast to St. Paddy’s Day with friends. Limited spots available—reserve yours today and raise a glass to good luck and great drinks! Sláinte! 🍻
St. Patrick's Day Buffet
$45.00 per person
Mar 15, 2025 only
Part of our Luck, Laughs and Libations event. Comedy Show tickets available on eventbrite.com St. Patrick’s Day Feast at Southern Oak ☘️🍽️ Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with a festive buffet at Southern Oak, featuring a spread of traditional Irish favorites and seasonal specialties. Indulge in a delicious selection of hearty, comforting dishes crafted by our chefs, perfect for honoring the luck of the Irish! Wash it all down with seasonal craft cocktails, Irish whiskey, or a perfectly poured pint of Guinness from our bar. Gather your friends and family for a St. Patrick’s Day celebration full of great food, festive vibes, and Irish hospitality. Reserve your table now—sláinte! 🍀🍻
Easter Brunch at Southern Oak Restaurant
$85.00 per person
Apr 20, 2025 only
Annual Easter Brunch at Southern Oak 🌸🥂🐰 Celebrate Easter in style with Southern Oak’s Annual Easter Brunch, a festive gathering filled with delicious flavors, family-friendly charm, and seasonal delights. Join us for a beautifully crafted buffet featuring an array of brunch favorites, chef-inspired specialties, and sweet springtime treats. Bring the whole family and enjoy a memorable Easter Sunday with live music, festive décor, and a special visit from the Easter Bunny! 🐣✨ Reservations are required—hop to it and book your table today! 🌷🍽️

What 128 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.0

4 based on recent ratings

4Food
4.3Service
4.1Ambience
3.7Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Alabama
Great for brunch
Alabama
Kid-friendly
Alabama
Great for outdoor dining

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Southern Oak offers a "delightful dining experience" with standout dishes like shrimp & grits and blackened redfish. Guests praise its "fantastic service" and "beautiful property." While some reviews mention inconsistent service and ambience, the "excellent food" and variety make it a worthy visit, especially during special events.

128 Reviews

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john
Miami3 reviews
4.0
Dined on February 23, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
The food here is really good, well above expectations for a hotel restaurant. Highly recommend for a night during your stay, especially since it is a 15 min drive down to Auburn
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Christy VIP
Washington DC18 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 23, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and service. Beautiful property too. One more thing that makes Auburn better than Tuscaloosa lol
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Felecia
Alabama1 review
5.0
Dined on January 18, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The food and service was great! My husband had the bone in pork chop and I had the crab cakes with the iceberg wedge salad. A lot of food, which I did not expect but was happy about. There were only 2 other parties in restaurant with us. There was only one waiter, who also had to serve as host to seat you, because the hotel is at low occupancy. He did a fantastic job! The ambience could have been better if the noise from the loud AC unit did not ruin it. We just sat as far from the noise as we could.
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David
Greensboro2 reviews
3.0
Dined on January 1, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Two meals. New Years Eve dinner. Restaurant and lounge horribly understaffed causing slow and inattentive service. Meals were mediocre and not served hot. Expect more from a resort hotel. It was not overly crowded. Wait times excessive. Breakfast buffet: Excellent buffet, many options, well done and displayed. Service still weak due to lack of staffing. Not crowded.
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Emily
Anchorage1 review
1.0
Dined on December 25, 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Service was fine. Food was not worth the money at all. Steak was overcooked. Food came out cold. Drinks were good. Would not return.
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Brittany
Alabama6 reviews
5.0
Dined on December 24, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was excellent, and the building was beautifully decorated for Christmas! I had the sweet tea chicken and my dinner companion had the pork chop, and the sides were well seasoned and prepared. We also had the cheesecake and chocolate tort for dessert, absolutely scrumptious!
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Jason
Baltimore12 reviews
5.0
Dined on November 28, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The Thanksgiving buffet was delightful. Excellent food, terrific cocktails, friendly staff. A wonderful experience overall!
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Manuel
Alabama1 review
5.0
Dined on November 28, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We went for the Thanksgiving buffet. The food was fantastic and the service was top notch.
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Kevin VIP
Alabama15 reviews
5.0
Dined on November 23, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My wife and I and another couple had dinner the Friday night before the Auburn football game. We were seated promptly 10 minutes before our reservation time. Our food was delicious. Recommend Pork Chops or Shrimp & Grits. Both were very tasty.
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Newton
Alabama2 reviews
4.0
Dined on August 4, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Service was fantastic. Food quality was fantastic. Except they were out of many items that we wanted to try.
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FAQs

Southern Oak offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (334) 737-2117.

Southern Oak is rated 4 stars by 128 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 11, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 3 times today

Experiences are available.

3700 Robert Trent Jones Trl, Opelika, AL 36801

Additional information

Phone number
(334) 737-2117
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Southern, Farm-to-table, Steakhouse
Hours of operation
Daily 6:30 am–11:00 am Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Hotel Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
John Eckstadt

Southern Oak

Make a reservation

Private dining

Additional information

Experiences

Sip the Season - Mixology Class

St. Patrick's Day Buffet

Easter Brunch at Southern Oak Restaurant

Menu

What 128 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

Does Southern Oak offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Southern Oak restaurant rated?

Is Southern Oak currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

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