The Finch guidebook
Food scene
Great Italian steaks and fare. The cheesecake is amazing! Short walk from house.
36 locals recommend
Mabella's Italian Steakhouse
14 W 11th StGreat Italian steaks and fare. The cheesecake is amazing! Short walk from house.
The second closest restaurant to The Finch (with Minnie's being the closest), this local favorite is part of the Uptown Life Group of restaurants and has seasonal menus.
26 locals recommend
Saltcellar
1039 1st AveThe second closest restaurant to The Finch (with Minnie's being the closest), this local favorite is part of the Uptown Life Group of restaurants and has seasonal menus.
Located near Riverfront with local farm to table fare. Outdoor dining too!
35 locals recommend
11th and Bay Southern Table
1050 Bay AveLocated near Riverfront with local farm to table fare. Outdoor dining too!
Great for pastries and breakfast walking distance to house.
33 locals recommend
My Boulánge Bakery & Cafe
111 12th StGreat for pastries and breakfast walking distance to house.
Golden Donuts
625 Manchester ExpyA favorite among locals. You'll have to drive here, but it's worth it!
You can't leave town without trying the World-Famous Scrambled Dog from this eat-in pharmacy.
8 locals recommend
Dinglewood Pharmacy
1939 Wynnton RdYou can't leave town without trying the World-Famous Scrambled Dog from this eat-in pharmacy.
Epic Restaurant
1201 Front AveFine Dining in the heart of Uptown.
Just around the corner from The Finch, this "meat & 3" has been a staple in Uptown Columbus for generations!
24 locals recommend
Minnie's Uptown Restaurant
104 8th StJust around the corner from The Finch, this "meat & 3" has been a staple in Uptown Columbus for generations!
Plucked Up | Chicken & Biscuits
1208 1st AveTry the Dillingham biscuit... amazing!
Great place to grab a cup of joe and watch Uptown come alive each morning!
31 locals recommend
Iron Bank Coffee Co.
6 W 11th StGreat place to grab a cup of joe and watch Uptown come alive each morning!
Stock Market Dueling Kitchens
1232 BroadwayLand or Sea, you pick, but they have great choices for each!
The Black Cow
115 12th StAll we need to say here is Bacon Pimento Cheeseburger!!
The rooftop is a fabulous place to be as the sun goes down in Uptown!
18 locals recommend
Smoke Bourbon and BBQ
1047 BroadwayThe rooftop is a fabulous place to be as the sun goes down in Uptown!
A staple in the Columbus area with multiple locations. This one is located in an old bus station. Yes, the BBQ is excellent, but so are the vegetable plates!
14 locals recommend
Country's On Broad
1329 BroadwayA staple in the Columbus area with multiple locations. This one is located in an old bus station. Yes, the BBQ is excellent, but so are the vegetable plates!
Your Pie
1019 BroadwayBarberitos
1012 BroadwayAgave Bar and Grill
1110 BroadwayThe Animal Farm
We love the casual atmosphere, and the menu changes quite often.
Recreation
Columbus is home to the longest urban whitewater course in the USA! Fun adventure while in town!
99 locals recommend
Whitewater Express
1000 Bay AveColumbus is home to the longest urban whitewater course in the USA! Fun adventure while in town!
A beautiful spot with lots of options for recreation and outdoor entertainment, located about 30 miles north of Columbus in Pine Mountain.
131 locals recommend
Callaway Gardens
17617 US Hwy 27A beautiful spot with lots of options for recreation and outdoor entertainment, located about 30 miles north of Columbus in Pine Mountain.
Columbus Botanical Garden
3603 Weems RdBeautiful spot and great for picutres!
Beautiful formations and a fun place to hike with the entire family.
46 locals recommend
Providence Canyon State Park
8930 Canyon RdBeautiful formations and a fun place to hike with the entire family.
Great day hikes abound with beautiful views. 23 miles total miles should you choose to hike from tip to tip.
6 locals recommend
Start of Pine Mountain Trail
2790 Georgia 190Great day hikes abound with beautiful views. 23 miles total miles should you choose to hike from tip to tip.
Entertainment
The State Theater of Georgia. Beautiful and historic theater, less than two blocks from house.
39 locals recommend
Springer Opera House
103 E 10th StThe State Theater of Georgia. Beautiful and historic theater, less than two blocks from house.
World-class performances at this beautiful entertainment center, located just over 1 block from house.
36 locals recommend
River Center- for The Performing Arts
900 BroadwayWorld-class performances at this beautiful entertainment center, located just over 1 block from house.
Museum
National Infantry Museum station
Worth a visit!
Free admission! Great collection and beautiful Olmsted Garden.
45 locals recommend
The Columbus Museum
1327 Wynnton RdFree admission! Great collection and beautiful Olmsted Garden.
Historic Westville
3557 S Lumpkin RdSee how early settlers in the area lived long ago.
Sightseeing
Our town is situated on the Chattahoochee River and Phenix City, Alabama is just on the other side. The Riverwalk offers biking and walking alongside the banks of the River. Within walking distance of house!
37 locals recommend
Riverwalk
RiverwalkOur town is situated on the Chattahoochee River and Phenix City, Alabama is just on the other side. The Riverwalk offers biking and walking alongside the banks of the River. Within walking distance of house!
Pasaquan
238 Eddie Martin RdTruly remarkable and truly unique!
City advice
Getting around
Parking on Broadway
Parking in the Uptown area, especially on Broadway, can be congested, so if you are okay with walking a few blocks, you may consider taking a stroll instead of trying to find a parking place. Also, much of the Uptown area has a two-hour limit for on-street parking.
Book before you go
Uptown Restaurants
Many of the nearby restaurants book up well in advance of the weekend, so be sure to give them a call to see if a table is available. Even if not, there is plenty to do around the area while you wait for your table. Another thing to note is that most are closed on Sunday and Monday evenings.
Don't miss
Market Days on Broadway
Each Saturday from April through November, four blocks along Broadway host over 200 local and regional vendors. Visitors can expect to find fresh and organic produce, home goods, jewelry, unique crafts, and delicious baked goods. Market Days is the perfect Saturday activity for family, friends, and visitors.
Don't miss
Whitewater/Riverwalk
Make sure to walk along the riverwalk in front of the Synovus building (1111 Bay Avenue) and cross the short bridge over to the small island where you can sit for hours watching kayakers and rafters challenge the rapids. You might even catch a glimpse of someone zip lining from state to state over the river!