Southern Oak

Name: Southern Oak
Address: 3700 Robert Trent Jones Trl, Opelika, AL, United States, 36801
Telephone: (334) 737-2117
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 3.8

3.8 (135)

$31 to $50

Southern

3700 Robert Trent Jones Trl, Opelika, AL 36801

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2 people

Jun 30, 2025

11:00 PM

Booked 3 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

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.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
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
Phone number
(334) 737-2117
Website
https://www.southernoakrestaurant.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
John Eckstadt

Location
3700 Robert Trent Jones Trl, Opelika, AL 36801
Neighborhood
Opelika
Cross street
Grand National Parkway
Parking details
Hotel Parking
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Takeout, View, Wine

Experiences

Breakfast Buffet Experience
$28.95 per person
Multiple dates available
Enjoy our Southern inspired breakfast buffet. Featuring omelets, French toast, and hash browns made to order. Pancake and Waffle bar, fresh seasonal fruits, breads and Danishes with local Hornsby Farms jams and jellies, and so much more! This package is sure to delight you, and your guests served with unmatched Southern Hospitality.

What 135 people are saying

Southern Oak reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

3.8

3.8 based on recent ratings

3.7Food
3.8Service
3.8Ambience
3.3Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

Alabama
Kid-friendly
Alabama
Healthy

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Southern Oak offers a delightful dining experience with "great food and service," enhanced by a beautiful property. While prices are high, the menu presents tasty dishes like bone-in pork chop and crab cakes. The ambiance is welcoming, with a staff that ensures hospitality, making it an enjoyable choice during your stay.

135 Reviews

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Tom
Washington, D.C. Area2 reviews
3.0
Dined on June 19, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Not crowded, comfortable chair and table. Great staff. Service was excellent. Conecuh rice pilaf was sub standard. Steak you could eat but it was not a prime or choice steak. I think select grade meat. Not the value. I don’t know what to say about the lobster except that it was very rubbery and did not have a sweet meat taste. Maybe stick with burgers and go somewhere else for fine expensive dining. $72 for the steak and lobster was just too much for the product. Staff and atmosphere was excellent. The kitchen staff can only do so much with the product management buys for them.
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James VIP
Nashville15 reviews
2.0
Dined on May 11, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
Went for the Mother's Day buffet mid-afternoon. They were out of prime rib, no salad bar, and $85 per person. Ruth's Chris would have been cheaper (and better).
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Laura
Alabama1 review
3.0
Dined on May 11, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
We went for the mother's day brunch which was very expensive. The prime rib was overcooked and the other offerings were just a step above basic buffet. They did not even have a salad bar. Our waitress was ok but sometimes absent for long periods of time. It was not worth the money at all but it was graduation weekend and I didn't want to cancel. Hopefully their dinner menu is better.
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Angie
Northwest Florida5 reviews
1.0
Dined on May 11, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Party of 4. We were seated promptly and waited 40 minutes to get a drink. Water. Had to flag down another server to get some help. Waited another 15 minutes and asked for the manager and a check to pay for our drinks. Highly do not recommend.
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Scott VIP
Atlanta20 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 10, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 1
Honestly, it was awful. We tried not to make a big deal of the cold soup. The main was actually tasty but must have been from frozen because the center was bloody freezing. Our waiter was fantastic but this place is not great.
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David VIP
Coastal Georgia261 reviews
3.0
Dined on April 25, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Even though there was hardly anyone there, we needed to use OpenTable to make a reservation. We were mainly served by the manager since the waitress seemed preoccupied. The food is very good, but the prices are very high.
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Cortlandt
Hawaii1 review
5.0
Dined on March 25, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Eight golfers with varying tastes enjoyed the hospitality, array of choices and the chefs who prepared them and who came to the table to make sure we were satisfied. Great experience!
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Melissa
Alabama2 reviews
3.0
Dined on March 22, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Did not realize this restaurant was in a hotel. It was fine for a hotel experience. Not sure why it is on open table in Auburn, AL.
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john VIP
Miami - Dade3 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, D.C. Area18 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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FAQs

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

Southern Oak is rated 3.8 stars by 135 OpenTable diners.

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

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Make a reservation

2 people

Jun 30, 2025

11:00 PM

Booked 3 times today

Experiences are available.

3700 Robert Trent Jones Trl, Opelika, AL 36801

Additional information

Cross street
Grand National Parkway
Neighborhood
Opelika
Hours of operation
Daily 6:30 am–11:00 am Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Southern, Farm-to-table, Steakhouse
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Hotel Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
John Eckstadt
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Takeout, View, Wine

Website
https://www.southernoakrestaurant.com/
Phone number
(334) 737-2117

Southern Oak

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Additional information

Experiences

Breakfast Buffet Experience

Menu

What 135 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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