25 Essential Opelika Institutions
From neighborhood classics to high-wire tasting rooms, these are the places shaping the modern dining identity of Opelika.
Zazu Gastropub
Alabama
Low-key, rustic-chic tavern featuring 20+ craft brews on tap, plus New American eats & wine.
Newk's Eatery
Alabama
Regional chain offering a menu of salads, pizzas & sandwiches in a casual setting.
Café One Twenty Three
Alabama
an everyday essential favorite for readers tracking Opelika's most persuasive fine dining restaurant rooms, anchored by a Beam Score of 80.9.
Lemongrass Thai & Sushi 3
Opelika, Alabama
Identifies as Asian-owned, Identifies as Latino-owned, Identifies as women-owned. Service options: Curbside pickup, Delivery, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights.
Bojangles
Opelika, Alabama
Southern-inspired fast-food chain known for fried chicken & biscuit, plus signature sides.
Momma Goldberg's Deli
Opelika, Alabama
Deli chain, founded in 1976, offering signature & build-your-own sandwiches, plus wraps & salads.
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store
Opelika, Alabama
Homey chain restaurant serving American comfort food, with an on-site general store.
Firehouse Subs Opelika
Opelika, Alabama
Counter-serve sandwich chain offering made-to-order hot & cold subs, plus a variety of hot sauces.
Full Moon Bar-B-Que
Opelika, Alabama
Local chain known for ribs, chicken & BBQ sandwiches, plus sweets such as cakes & cookies.
Checkers
Opelika, Alabama
Chain eatery serving fast-food classics like burgers, hot dogs, french fries & shakes.
Jefferson's Opelika
Opelika, Alabama
Branch of an easygoing American chain specializing in chicken wings, burgers & oysters.
Wing Town
Opelika, Alabama
Service options: Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance.
El Taco Veloz
Opelika, Alabama
Service options: Outdoor seating, No-contact delivery, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner.
Outback Steakhouse
Opelika, Alabama
Boisterous Australian-themed chain serving steaks, seafood & other hearty steakhouse fare.
The Honey Baked Ham Company
Opelika, Alabama
Family-owned chain selling ready-to-serve smoked hams, plus turkeys, roasts, side dishes & desserts.
Moe's Southwest Grill
Opelika, Alabama
Counter-serve chain dishing up Southwestern staples from burritos to nachos in lively environs.
Jersey Mike's Subs
Opelika, Alabama
New Jersey–based counter-serve sandwich chain serving jumbo subs filled with cold cuts & toppings.
Zoe's Ice Cream Delight
Opelika, Alabama
Service options: Outdoor seating, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great dessert, Great tea selection.
Marco's Pizza
Opelika, Alabama
Counter-serve chain serving up a menu of specialty or custom pizzas for takeout or delivery.
Takoyaki Restaurant
Opelika, Alabama
Service options: Outdoor seating, No-contact delivery, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great tea selection. Popular for.
Arby's
Opelika, Alabama
Fast-food chain, known for its roast beef, serving up hot & cold sandwiches, fries & shakes.
The Breezeway
Opelika, Alabama
Service options: Outdoor seating, No-contact delivery, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great tea selection.
Gateway Grille
Opelika, Alabama
Service options: Curbside pickup, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Great coffee. Popular for: Breakfast, Lunch, Solo dining. Accessibility.
Chuck's Bar-B-Que
Opelika, Alabama
Service options: Curbside pickup, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Great tea selection, Serves local specialty. Popular for: Lunch.
Piedmont on Piedmont
Opelika, Alabama
Service options: Outdoor seating, Onsite services, Dine-in. Highlights: Great cocktails, Great dessert, Great wine list. Popular for: Dinner.