The best bars & nightlife in Auburn

9 bars & nightlife we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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If you haven’t taken a sunset lap at The Bar at Wittel, this is your sign. Auburn’s original rooftop bar pours scratch-made craft cocktails…

205 S Gay St

If you haven’t taken a sunset lap at The Bar at Wittel, this is your sign. Auburn’s original rooftop bar pours scratch-made craft cocktails and zero-shortcut mocktails with panoramic Samford Hall views, comfy open air seating, and a mood that makes even a quick catch-up feel like an event.

From the Auburn newsletter, August 3, 2026

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Between cold beers, easygoing cocktails, and a menu built for snacking while you talk trash with friends, Auburn Plaza Bar & Lounge keeps…

800 Main St

Between cold beers, easygoing cocktails, and a menu built for snacking while you talk trash with friends, Auburn Plaza Bar & Lounge keeps the week lively with trivia and game nights, plus the occasional big shindig like Oysterfest. Pop in this week and claim bragging rights.

From the Auburn newsletter, August 24, 2026

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The Tiny Bar

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If your week needs a mini vacation, The Tiny Bar brings beachy chic to Auburn with bright colors, curated wine, beer, cocktails and…

550 Main St

If your week needs a mini vacation, The Tiny Bar brings beachy chic to Auburn with bright colors, curated wine, beer, cocktails and mocktails, plus shareable small bites that actually get shared.

From the Auburn newsletter, September 10, 2026

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Piccolo 241 Jazz & Cocktails is Auburn and Opelika’s only true jazz lounge, a tucked-away spot for specialty cocktails, live sets from…

The Hotel at Auburn University and Dixon Conference Center, 241 S College St

Piccolo 241 Jazz & Cocktails is Auburn and Opelika’s only true jazz lounge, a tucked-away spot for specialty cocktails, live sets from local and Grammy-winning musicians, and shareable bites.

From the Auburn newsletter, August 21, 2026

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Skybar Café

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Skybar Café loads the week with live bands on the main stage, karaoke that gets cheerfully off key, and crowd games like trivia, bingo, and…

136 W Magnolia Ave

Skybar Café loads the week with live bands on the main stage, karaoke that gets cheerfully off key, and crowd games like trivia, bingo, and tournaments, so your crew always has a move. Rally the group, pick a stage, and let this collegiate hangout supply the soundtrack to your next late-night story.

From the Auburn newsletter, August 18, 2026

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When you need a burger fix this week, Jack Brown's Beer & Burger Joint Auburn keeps it simple with 100% Wagyu patties and gets wild with…

160 N College St

When you need a burger fix this week, Jack Brown's Beer & Burger Joint Auburn keeps it simple with 100% Wagyu patties and gets wild with burgers like Greg Brady and Cobra Kai, plus Saturday Freestyle Burger. Grab a beer, skip lettuce and tomato, then finish with a deep fried Oreo because you earned it.

From the Auburn newsletter, August 11, 2026

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Session Cocktails nails that cozy neighborhood bar feel with well-made drinks and a weekly lineup that keeps things lively, from trivia to…

157 E Magnolia Ave

Session Cocktails nails that cozy neighborhood bar feel with well-made drinks and a weekly lineup that keeps things lively, from trivia to bingo, so it’s an easy pick this week. The best part, their Cocktails for a Cause program lets your night out quietly support local charities... which feels pretty great.

From the Auburn newsletter, August 22, 2026

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Mix up your week at Tigertown Sports, where 18 holes of mini golf, three beach volleyball courts, and a high-def sports simulator meet a…

1615 Parker Way (Opelika)

Mix up your week at Tigertown Sports, where 18 holes of mini golf, three beach volleyball courts, and a high-def sports simulator meet a full-service bar. Grab a cocktail for the course, rally friends for league play, or chill on the patio while the big game’s on.

From the Auburn newsletter, August 29, 2026

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Bunkers

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Bunkers is the downtown kitchen + social club to hit this week, with smash burgers, wings five ways, fifteen on draft, and a chocolate old…

250 W Glenn Ave

Bunkers is the downtown kitchen + social club to hit this week, with smash burgers, wings five ways, fifteen on draft, and a chocolate old fashioned that sneaks up on you, plus 25 screens, live music on weekends, and the kind of nights you accidentally stay out for.

From the Auburn newsletter, August 27, 2026

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