Finch & Fifth
Surrey Center, Augusta
Bar in Augusta, United States
Book with PearlWhy go
Finch & Fifth on Highland Ave offers a neighborhood-scale alternative to Augusta's busier downtown bar corridor; low booking friction and a local crowd make it a practical choice for a relaxed date or small celebration. Full pricing and menu data aren't yet confirmed through Pearl, so treat it as a low-stakes discovery rather than a headline destination. For verified Augusta options, compare against Frog Hollow Tavern or Pineapple Ink Tavern.
About Finch & Fifth
Quick Verdict
Finch & Fifth sits on Highland Ave in Augusta's residential grid, while pricing and hours data isn't available through Pearl's database yet, it earns attention as a neighborhood spot worth knowing about for a low-key special occasion or a late-evening drink in a city that doesn't have a deep bench of late-night options. If you're weighing where to spend a celebratory evening in Augusta, the address alone puts it in a quieter, more local orbit than the downtown corridor options.
The Experience
Augusta's bar and dining scene tilts heavily toward the riverfront and the Broad Street corridor, which makes Finch & Fifth's Highland Ave address a deliberate detour rather than a default stop. That positioning matters for how the evening feels: expect a neighborhood energy rather than a tourist-facing room. For a date night or a small milestone dinner, that's often the better call; fewer loud tables of strangers, more of the ambient mood you're actually looking for on a meaningful occasion.
On the late-night question specifically: Augusta doesn't have a strong after-10pm culture outside of a handful of spots, venues on the Highland corridor tend to wind down earlier than downtown options like Abel Brown Southern Kitchen & Oyster Bar or Savannah River Brewing Co. If late-night momentum is your priority, plan to arrive early and treat Finch & Fifth as the first act rather than the closer.
For hours, current menu details, booking availability, check directly with the venue; Pearl's data record for Finch & Fifth is still being completed, specifics on pricing, cuisine type, reservation policy aren't confirmed yet.
Practical Details
Address: 379 Highland Ave, Augusta, GA 30909. Reservations: Booking difficulty is rated Easy, walk-in friendly, but call ahead for larger groups or special occasions to be safe. Budget: Not confirmed in Pearl's database; budget for a mid-range Augusta night out and adjust once you've checked current menus. Dress: Not specified, neighborhood bar standards apply; smart casual is a safe read for an evening visit. Getting There: Highland Ave is accessible by car; street parking is typical for this part of Augusta. For more options across the city, see our full Augusta Richmond County bars guide and our full Augusta Richmond County restaurants guide.
If You're Celebrating
For a special occasion in Augusta, Finch & Fifth works well as a relaxed, neighborhood-scale choice rather than a grand-gesture venue. If the milestone calls for something with more culinary ambition or a confirmed awards pedigree, Frog Hollow Tavern is the stronger bet. For cocktail-forward evenings with a more established program, Pineapple Ink Tavern is worth comparing. Outside Augusta, if you want a reference point for what a serious bar program looks like at this scale, Jewel of the South in New Orleans and Julep in Houston set a useful benchmark. Closer to home, see also our Augusta Richmond County hotels guide if you're planning a full overnight around the occasion.
Planning details
- Location
- 379 Highland Ave, Augusta, GA 30909
- Website
- finchandfifth.com
- Phone
- +1 706 364 5300
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Finch & Fifth reads like a neighbourhood bar rather than a tourist stop — it sits on a quieter stretch of Highland Avenue and deliberately sidesteps the riverfront circuit. The tone is bartended and intentional: the write-up emphasizes the person behind the bar as the program’s editorial voice, so the room feels focused and quietly confident. Rather than shouting for attention during Masters week, the place cultivates a discreet, refined energy rooted in craft and hospitality. Expect an intimate, sophisticated neighborhood spot where the surrounding blocks matter as much as the cocktail menu.
Best For
This is a spot built for low-key evenings and purposeful drinks: after-work pours, casual meetups with friends, and quieter date nights fit the bar’s neighbourhood register. The description contrasts Finch & Fifth with the downtown and tourist-driven circuit, signaling a regulars-first mentality rather than a destination for large groups or event-driven crowds. If you’re looking for a bar that privileges craft and bartender-led hospitality over spectacle, this is a sensible pick for thoughtful, small-scale socializing in a residential pocket of Augusta.
Ordering Tips
The write-up foregrounds the bartender as the defining voice of the program, so lean on that expertise when ordering. Ask the bartender for their recommendation or a house selection that showcases their spirit choices and technique. Because the place emphasizes a legible point of view on the glass, request a signature or bartender’s choice if you want a quick way to sample the bar’s perspective; otherwise, describe a flavor profile you enjoy and let the bartender tailor a drink to it.
Venue details
Ambiance
Laid-back and relaxing atmosphere with friendly service, featuring a lively bar area.
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Vibe
Best For
Experience
Format
Accessibility
At the Bar
- Bar Category
- Cocktail Bar
- Late Night
- Closes by 10pm
Signature Pours
- Queen Martini
- Dill Me In
- Surrey Sunrise
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Also Consider
- The TREEHOUSE; Notable alternative
- Abel Brown Southern Kitchen & Oyster Bar; Notable alternative
- Frog Hollow Tavern; Notable alternative
- Pineapple Ink Tavern; Notable alternative
- Savannah River Brewing Co.; Notable alternative
Bar context
In Augusta's bar scene, Finch & Fifth occupies a different lane than most of its peers. Abel Brown Southern Kitchen & Oyster Bar is the stronger call if you want a confirmed food program alongside your drinks; it has more documented culinary depth and suits a group meal better than a neighborhood bar. Frog Hollow Tavern is the city's most credentialed option for a special occasion with serious food ambition; if the milestone matters, Frog Hollow carries more weight.
For cocktail-forward evenings, Pineapple Ink Tavern has a more established drinks program than Finch & Fifth's data currently supports, making it the safer pick when the cocktail list is the point. Savannah River Brewing Co. is the better option if your group skews toward craft beer and a more casual, high-energy room; it also holds up later into the evening better than most Highland Ave options.
Where Finch & Fifth has an edge is approachability: easy to book, off the tourist path, suited to a quieter evening without the scene pressure of the downtown corridor. If you want something with less friction and a more local feel for a low-key date or a casual milestone drink, it's a reasonable first choice; just go in with confirmed expectations rather than assumptions about the menu or hours.
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Compare Finch & Fifth
| Venue | Awards |
|---|---|
| Finch & Fifth | No published awards |
| The TREEHOUSE | No published awards |
| Abel Brown Southern Kitchen & Oyster Bar | No published awards |
| Frog Hollow Tavern | No published awards |
| Pineapple Ink Tavern | No published awards |
| Savannah River Brewing Co. | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Finch & Fifth good for groups?
It works for small-to-mid-size groups, booking difficulty is rated Easy, which signals the venue isn't running at constant capacity. Call ahead for parties of six or more to confirm space. For a large-format group celebration in Augusta, Frog Hollow Tavern has more established private dining infrastructure.
Do I need a reservation at Finch & Fifth?
Walk-ins are generally fine here; Pearl rates booking difficulty as Easy. That said, calling ahead for groups or weekend evenings is worth doing, since smaller neighborhood venues can fill a room quickly without showing strain on reservation platforms.
Is Finch & Fifth good for a date?
Yes, if a low-key, neighborhood-scale evening works for your date. Highland Ave's residential setting is quieter than Augusta's Broad Street corridor, which helps conversation. If you need a more occasion-ready room with stronger credentials, Frog Hollow Tavern or Abel Brown Southern Kitchen carry more weight for a first impression.
What's the signature drink at Finch & Fifth?
No specific drink menu data is available in Pearl's current database. The name and Highland Ave address suggest a bar-forward identity, but until menu details are confirmed, Savannah River Brewing Co. is the clearer choice if a specific drinks program is your primary reason for going out.
