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Acre: A Taste of Southern Innovation in Auburn

Experience Southern cuisine redefined at Acre, Auburn. Fresh, local ingredients crafted into innovative dishes with a focus on sustainability and community.

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Acre is an upscale Southern restaurant in Auburn, Alabama, founded by Chef David Bancroft. It blends Southern tradition with culinary innovation, emphasizing local sourcing and sustainable practices. Located near Toomer's Corner, Acre offers a unique dining experience with a menu that changes with the seasons [7, 8].

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Local tips

  • Make reservations in advance, especially for dinner or Sunday brunch, as Acre is a popular dining spot [9].
  • Explore the menu for seasonal dishes that highlight the freshest local ingredients [7].
  • Consider trying the Alabama Butcher's Board for a taste of house-cured meats and Southern flavors [7, 12].
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Getting There

  • Walking

    From Toomer's Corner, walk east on East Glenn Avenue for approximately three blocks. Acre will be on your left. The walk is generally flat and takes about 5-10 minutes [8].

  • Ride-Sharing

    Request a ride to 210 E Glenn Ave, Auburn, AL 36830. The drop-off point is directly in front of the restaurant. A short ride from downtown Auburn costs approximately $7-$12 [1].

  • Parking

    Acre offers complimentary valet parking at night and during Sunday brunch [3]. Alternatively, limited street parking is available on East Glenn Avenue. If street parking is unavailable, there are public parking lots within a few blocks, with hourly rates typically around $2-$3 [3, 5].

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Acre, located in the heart of Auburn, Alabama, offers a dining experience that seamlessly blends Southern tradition with culinary innovation [7]. Founded by Chef David Bancroft, a multiple James Beard Award semifinalist and Iron Chef Showdown winner, Acre has become a cornerstone of the Auburn food scene, celebrated for its commitment to local sourcing, sustainable practices, and creative interpretations of classic Southern dishes [7, 8]. The restaurant's philosophy is deeply rooted in the region's agricultural heritage [7]. Chef Bancroft collaborates with local farmers, ranchers, and Gulf Coast fisheries to source the freshest ingredients, ensuring that every dish reflects the seasonality and bounty of the surrounding landscape [7, 8, 12]. Acre boasts its own on-site gardens and orchards, where a variety of fruits, vegetables, and herbs are grown and harvested for use in the restaurant's ever-changing menu [7]. This dedication to farm-to-table dining is evident in every bite [7]. The restaurant incorporates architectural details salvaged from historic structures, including beams from the 100-year-old Crawford General Store and whitewashed oak planks from trees at Bancroft's grandfather's catfish farm [7, 11]. These repurposed elements create a warm and inviting atmosphere, blending rustic charm with modern sophistication [7]. Acre is located just three blocks from Toomer's Corner, the heart of the Auburn community [8].

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