The Depot
The Depot serves Modern American Seafood in Auburn, with Wine Spectator Award of Excellence recognition in 2025 and 2026.
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- Address
- 124 Mitcham Ave, Auburn, AL 36830
- Phone
- (334) 521-5177
- Website
- allaboardauburn.com
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Modern American Seafood and blue corn grits
Modern American Seafood frames The Depot around seafood-led plates, including diver scallops and shrimp over blue corn grits, blue crab dip, and bananas foster. Dinner and brunch are the relevant meal windows.
Wine Spectator Awards and craft cocktails
Wine Spectator gave its Award of Excellence in 2025 and 2026, while the beverage side covers an extensive wine list and craft cocktails. For wine-led plans, that sustained recognition is the clearest signal.
124 Mitcham Ave and historic-building setting
124 Mitcham Ave anchors the restaurant in Auburn with a street-scene outlook and a historic building setting. Conversational noise, leisurely pacing, and upscale casual service make it fit a longer, conversation-led meal.
Pricing, Compared
Comparable venues nearby, for context on price, style, and recognition.
| Venue | Cuisine | Price | Awards | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Depot | downtown auburn, Modern American Seafood | $$$ | ||
| Acre | Modern Southern Farm-to-Table | $$$ | ||
| Cafe de Fleur | Moores Mill, Classic French Bistro | $$$ | , | |
| 1856 Restaurant | Auburn, Contemporary French Fine Dining | $$$$ | Michelin Plate | |
| Ariccia Cucina Italiana | Rustic Italian Trattoria | $$ | ||
| 1856 - Culinary Residence | $$$$ | , | Auburn University, Contemporary French Fine Dining |
Recognition history
Dated appearances from independent guides and award organizations, with the underlying list record or original source where available.
Wine Spectator Award of Excellence
Wine Spectator
Wine Spectator Award of Excellence
Wine Spectator
At a Glance
- Rustic
- Cozy
- Elegant
- Intimate
- Date Night
- Special Occasion
- Celebration
- Historic Building
- Extensive Wine List
- Craft Cocktails
- Local Sourcing
- Street Scene
Current opening hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- 5–8 PM
- Wednesday
- 5–8 PM
- Thursday
- 5–8 PM
- Friday
- 5–9 PM
- Saturday
- 10 AM–2 PM, 5–9:30 PM
- Sunday
- 10 AM–2 PM
Hours can change for holidays and private events. Last verified .
Chill and welcoming ambiance with warm lighting, historic train-themed decor, and a cozy vibe praised for special occasions.