Fresh Soup of the Moment
Daily chef's seasonal soup creation using fresh local market ingredients.
Daily chef's seasonal soup creation using fresh local market ingredients.
Local Little Gem Butter Lettuce, Pink Lady Peas, Fire Roasted Corn, Heirloom Tomatoes, Shaved Radish, Pickled Okra, Toasted Benne Seed, Buttermilk Herb Dressing (GF).
Mexican-Style Chorizo Pork Sausage, Melted Cheese, Blue Crabmeat, Dill Dusted Corn Tortilla Chips.
Wood-fire grilled local oysters with chef's signature daily compound butter and savory toppings.
Creamy Italian Burrata, Rose Balsamic Reduction, Local Greens, Mint Pesto Marinated Heirloom Cherry Tomatoes, Crispy Prosciutto, Garlic Fry Bread.
Roasted Red Potatoes, Caramelized Onions, Sweet Peppers, Monterey Jack-Cotija Blend, Bacon Crumble, Smoky Red Salsa, Chive Crema.
Chilled wild-caught Gulf shrimp served over fresh artisan greens with chef's seasonal dressing.
Freshly shucked Alabama Gulf Coast oysters served chilled on the half shell with house mignonette and cocktail sauce.
Alabama Gulf Coast oysters on the half shell served with lemon, house mignonette, and cocktail sauce.
Coastal raw oysters shucked to order, served over crushed ice with classic citrus mignonette.
Boutique raw oysters on the half shell served with fresh lemon wedges and house cocktail sauce.
Cajun Andouille Red Rice, Buttered Broccolini, Citrus & Smoked Paprika Remoulade (GF).
Grilled Red Shrimp & Giant Sea Scallops, Sautéed Holy Trinity, McEwen Farm Blue Corn Grits, Cajun Crawfish Butter (GFO).
Charred Cucumber, Green Tomato, Pickled Honeydew Salad, Local Artisan Greens, Whipped Feta Spread, Pecan “Ajoblanco” Vinaigrette, Toasted Pecan Dukkah (GF).
Pan Fried Yukons, Cabbage, Onion & Bacon Hash, Whole Grain Mustard & Roasted Garlic Lemon Butter (GFO).
Mediterranean Summer Vegetable, Heirloom Tomatoes & Quinoa Couscous Medley, Lemon Dill Tzatziki Yogurt, Arugula, Meyer Lemon Oil.
Ralf's Bibb Lettuce, Local Tomato, Bacon Mayo, Smoked Gouda Cheese, Sea Salt Fries (GFO).
Yogurt Marinated All-Natural Half Chicken, Golden Saffron Rice Pilaf, Summer Squash Medley, Fresno Zhoug-Chimichurri (GF).
Parmesan Mashed Yukon Potatoes, Chorizo Maple Carrots, Black Garlic Compound Beef Butter (GF).
Parmesan Mashed Yukon Potatoes, Chorizo Maple Carrots, Black Garlic Compound Beef Butter (GF).
Gourmet seared pan-fried foie gras steak topping enhancement.
Grilled 6 oz Wagyu Flat Iron, 2 Sunny Eggs, Chorizo Roasted Red Potatoes, Green Peppercorn Chimichurri.
Pan Fried Yukons, Cabbage, Onion & Bacon Hash, Whole Grain Mustard & Roasted Garlic Butter, Warm Crab Salad, Poached Egg.
McEwen Farms Blue Corn Grits, Blackened Gulf White Shrimp, Andouille Sausage, Holy Trinity, Tomato-Brown Ale NOLA BBQ.
3 Farm Eggs Cooked the Way You Like Them, Rosemary Breakfast Potatoes, Conecuh Bacon, Asiago Toast.
White Chocolate Whipped Mousse, Sliced Strawberries, Hibiscus Syrup.
Honey Kosho-Ginger Glaze (GF, VG).
Smoked Gouda, Mascarpone (GF, V).
Sea Salt, Fresh Horseradish / Truffle Parmesan (V).
Chili Crisp-Miso-Mustard Butter (GF, V).
Parmesan, Truffle (GF, V).
Lemon Preserve, Pecan Dukkah, Crispy Onions (GFO, VG).
Garden Salsa Verde (GF, VG).
Shaved Parmesan, Black Pepper, Crispy Garlic (GF, V).
Crispy locally sourced Alabama Conecuh bacon strips (GF).
Roasted red potatoes with spicy chorizo, sweet peppers, and caramelized onions (GF).
Toasted sourdough, melted cheese blend, served with house french fries.
Tender pasta tossed in melted butter and topped with grated Parmesan cheese.
Grilled beef patty on a soft bun served with house-cut french fries.
White Chocolate Mousse, Chocolate Covered Espresso Beans, Mocha Caramel Anglaise (GF).
Vanilla Bean Ice Cream, Spiced Rum Caramel.
Grand-Marnier Strawberry Compote, Biscuit Crumble, Basil-Mint Gelato.
Silky NY Cheesecake, Peach-Blueberry Reduction, Lemon Zest, Burnt Honey.
Housed in Auburn’s historic train station on Mitcham Avenue, The Depot delivers an elevated dining experience that fuses coastal seafood traditions with refined wood-fired gastronomy. Boasting a 4.7-star rating across hundreds of reviews, this culinary landmark draws inspiration from Gulf Coast waters and global flavor profiles, offering an atmosphere suitable for romantic dates, group celebrations, and weekend brunches.
Stepping inside, guests encounter an interior that honors the building's railroad heritage while maintaining a contemporary, upscale aesthetic. The space balances warm wood accents, ambient lighting, and refined seating with attentive Southern hospitality. Whether seated near the raw bar watching fresh oysters being shucked or enjoying the main dining room, the energy is sophisticated yet comfortable, attracting seafood enthusiasts and local diners alike.
The culinary program highlights wood-fire grilling, regional sourcing, and a raw bar stocked with boutique Alabama oysters like Murder Point and Navy Cove.
As a premier fine-dining establishment, check sizes reflect high-end sourcing and technique. Main courses range from $32 for roasted half chicken up to $65 for Wagyu steaks, while fresh raw oysters range between $2.50 and $3.75 per piece. Portions are satisfying, particularly when pairing shareable starters like Patatas Bravas ($15) or Burrata ($19) with rich seafood mains.
The menu accommodates varied dietary preferences, offering numerous gluten-free choices (marked GF) including the Faroe Island Salmon and Blackened Catch of the Day, alongside vegetable sides like Honey Kosho-Ginger Baby Carrots. Reservations are recommended for dinner hours, while weekend mornings bring a focused brunch menu featuring dishes like Rainbow Trout Hash Benedict and Black & Blue Shrimp 'N' Grits.
210 E Glenn Ave, Auburn, AL 36830
12 Benson Mill Rd, Alexander City, AL 35010
405 Cloverdale Rd, Montgomery, AL 36106
129 Coosa St, Montgomery, AL 36104
3161 Cahaba Heights Rd, Birmingham, AL 35243
2902 18th St S, Homewood, AL 35209
The Depot features regional Gulf Coast sourcing prominently, shucking Alabama-harvested Murder Point and Navy Cove oysters at the raw bar, using local Conecuh bacon, and serving McEwen Farms blue corn grits in signature dishes like their Shrimp & Grits.
Yes, many items on the menu are naturally gluten-free or can be prepared gluten-free (designated as GF or GFO). Options include the Faroe Island Garden Salmon, 12 oz Aussie Wagyu NY Strip, Patatas Bravas, Spicy Blue Crab Dip, and various vegetable sides like Sautéed Broccolini and Charred Asparagus.
In addition to seafood, the kitchen prepares prime land dishes such as the 12 oz Aussie Wagyu NY Strip ($65), a 16 oz Bone-In Black Angus Ribeye ($60), a 1/2 LB S.R.F. American Wagyu Burger ($24), and a Yogurt Marinated Roasted Half Chicken ($32), with optional enhancements like seared Foie Gras ($12).
Weekend brunch features coastal twists on morning classics, including Steak & Eggs with a 6 oz Wagyu flat iron, Rainbow Trout Hash Benedict topped with warm crab salad, Black & Blue Shrimp 'N' Grits, and Seasonal French Toast with white chocolate mousse and hibiscus syrup.
Yes, The Depot provides a dedicated Kid's Menu with items priced at $8, including Kid's Grilled Cheese on sourdough, Kid's Buttered Pasta with Parmesan cheese, and a classic Kid's Burger served with house-cut fries.
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