Abel Brown

4.9

2539 Reviews

$50 and over

Southern

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 30, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 24 times today

Good for special occasions
Neighborhood gem
Great for fine wines

Abel Brown is a southern kitchen & oyster bar nestled in Surrey Center in Augusta, Ga. The name, much like our menu, is a nod to and celebration of our blended cultural roots. Authentic, yet refined, our ingredient-driven dishes are prepared and served with thought and respect. We pair clean and modern Southern cuisine with the charm & tradition reserved for high company.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Southern, American, Seafood
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(706) 738-6491
Website
http://www.abelbrownaugusta.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Todd Schafer
Private party facilities
We have a room that accommodates up to 40 people for private dinners.

Location
491 B Highland Ave, Augusta, GA 30909
Neighborhood
West Augusta
Cross street
Wheeler
Parking details
None
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Oysters on the Half Shell
- ea$2.50
- ½ Dozen$14.00
- Dozen$28.00
Specialty on the Half Shell
- ea$3.00
- ½ Dozen$18.00
- Dozen$36.00
Oyster Shooter$5.00
house oyster, Durty Gurl Bloody Mary mix, Wheatley vodka
Broiled Oysters
jalapeño, harissa lime butter, parmesan
- ½ Dozen$18.00
- Dozen$34.00
Oysters Rockefeller
spinach, pernod, shallots, parmesan
- ½ Dozen$18.00
- Dozen$34.00
Pickeled Shrimp Cocktail$15.00
U-12 shrimp, spicy cocktail sauce
Smoked Salmon$16.00
herb smear, capers, chopped boiled egg, marbled rye melba toast point

Small Plates

Johnny Cake$15.00
smoked Tillamook cheddar pimento cheese, andouille, chives
Crispy Smoked Chicken Thighs$14.00
xo sauce, scallion vinaigrette
Smoked Bluefish Dip$15.00
pumpernickel toast, fried caper, chive and lemon, everything bagel seasoning
Hush Puppies$12.00
duck confit, poblano, butternut squash, whipped sorghum butter
Charcuterie Board$22.00
assorted artisan meats & cheeses, toast points
Brussel Sprouts$12.00
flash fried, balsamic reduction, goat cheese, marcona almonds
Deviled Eggs$10.00
parsley puree, bottarga, trout roe

Soups & Salads

Wedge$15.00
blue cheese, heirloom tomatoes, bacon, hearts of palm, herb buttermilk ranch
Caesar$14.00
romaine, parmesan, boquerones, parmesan crisp
Golden Beet$13.00
pickled peaches, goat cheese, endive, frisée, pecans, basil vinaigrette
Endive$12.00
candied pecans, blue cheese, apples, radicchio, grapefruit, basil vinaigrette
She Crab Soup$14.00
fresh crab meat, chives, espelette pepper, cream sherry

Large Plates

Jumbo Shrimp & Grits$32.00
cheddar grits, andouille sausage, jalapeno cornbread, almond romesco
Pan Roasted Maine Salmon$32.00
Brandade johnny, melted leeks, caviar cream, smoked trout roe
Joyce Farms Chicken$28.00
Hot honey smoked thigh, squash puree, baked flageolet beans, bitter greans
Kurobuta Porkchop$38.00
cheesy "heat" grits, shrimp and andouille gumbo, cornbread
14oz Grilled Ribeye $46.00
Sweet potato fingerlings, brussels leaves, chermoula, red onion jam, butternut squash
Crispy Duck Confit & Blackened Duck Breast $40.00
Boudin rice grits, crawfish butter
"Bone In" Crispy Cauliflower$22.00
Winter squash puree, garlic shallot chili crunch, black truffle salad, A1
Seasonal Veggie Plate$28.00
Vegan collard greens, brioche pimento grilled cheese, winter squash, cauliflower cream
24-Hour Braised Beef Short Rib$35.00
Ras el hanout, baby fall vegetables, black garlic labneh, veal jus

What 2,539 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.9Food
4.9Service
4.7Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Central Georgia
Best Overall
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Best Food
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Best Service
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Best Ambiance
Central Georgia
Best Value
Central Georgia
Innovative
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Healthy
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Neighborhood gem
Central Georgia
Great for fine wines
Central Georgia
Good for special occasions
Central Georgia
Lively
Central Georgia
Most Booked
Augusta
Best Overall
Augusta
Best Food
Augusta
Best Service
Augusta
Best Ambiance
Augusta
Best Value
Augusta
Healthy
Augusta
Neighborhood gem
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Romantic
Augusta
Good for special occasions
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Lively
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Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Abel Brown delights with its "superb, inventive, fresh" cuisine and "excellent" service, making it a favorite in Augusta. The oyster selection is a standout, complemented by thoughtful specials and creative cocktails. Diners rave about the "perfect" date night atmosphere and "incredible" dining experiences that leave lasting impressions.

2,539 Reviews

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Mark
Omaha
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and service. Was able to accommodate for a guest with celiac disease
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Brian
Atlanta Metro
22 reviews
vip
5.0
22 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Abel Brown is incredibly consistent delivering beautiful tasty plates with friendly service. The bar serves wonderful cocktails and accommodate requests. The pork chop is my go-to meal, it’s sublime and I’m not even a pork chop fan; it’s that good. The wedge salad is picture perfect and dressed just right. Wish they had a broader selection of Pinot noirs and Cabernets but what they do offer is reasonably priced and very approachable. Thanks again Abel Brown. My family and I will be back soon.
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Allen
Atlanta Metro
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great service, great food, a good time had by all.
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Jazmin
Central Georgia
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 21, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was really delicious and the service was amazing.
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Dorothy
Atlanta Metro
18 reviews
vip
5.0
18 reviews
Dined on November 19, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our waiter front end service was amazing! Once seated our waiter Michael was entertaining, so funny. It was my SIL 36 Anniversary and he made it so special. The food was as always, great. I don’t care what we get, but I always need Todd’s French fries. A great evening. Thank you for ensuring it was!
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Karrie
Atlanta Metro
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on November 19, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our server, Ariel, was wonderful and made wonderful suggestions. We both ordered the specials and everything tasted delicious, was plated beautifully, and perfectly seasoned. We will be back!
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LindseyW
Raleigh
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 18, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food and service was outstanding! Highly recommend!
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Chris
Philadelphia
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food and atmosphere. Oysters delicious.
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Paula
Portland
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 16, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great ambience, the staff bend over backwards to accommodate your special requests (like sharing plates) and the food is out of this world delicious!
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Elaine
Georgia
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 16, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
As always, food was delicious, server was awesome.
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FAQs

Abel Brown offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (706) 738-6491.

Abel Brown is rated 4.9 stars by 2539 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 30, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 24 times today

Order delivery or takeout

491 B Highland Ave, Augusta, GA 30909

Additional information

Cross street
Wheeler
Neighborhood
West Augusta
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Southern, American, Seafood
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
None
Payment options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Todd Schafer
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.abelbrownaugusta.com/
Phone number
(706) 738-6491
Private party facilities
We have a room that accommodates up to 40 people for private dinners.

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Abel Brown

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

100 Atlanta Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

Broiled Oysters

Oysters Rockefeller

Oyster Shooter

Raw Bar

Oysters on the Half Shell

Specialty on the Half Shell

Oyster Shooter$5.00

Broiled Oysters

Oysters Rockefeller

Pickeled Shrimp Cocktail$15.00

Smoked Salmon$16.00

Small Plates

Johnny Cake$15.00

Crispy Smoked Chicken Thighs$14.00

Smoked Bluefish Dip$15.00

Hush Puppies$12.00

Charcuterie Board$22.00

Brussel Sprouts$12.00

Deviled Eggs$10.00

Soups & Salads

Wedge$15.00

Caesar$14.00

Golden Beet$13.00

Endive$12.00

She Crab Soup$14.00

Large Plates

Jumbo Shrimp & Grits$32.00

Pan Roasted Maine Salmon$32.00

Joyce Farms Chicken$28.00

Kurobuta Porkchop$38.00

14oz Grilled Ribeye $46.00

Crispy Duck Confit & Blackened Duck Breast $40.00

"Bone In" Crispy Cauliflower$22.00

Seasonal Veggie Plate$28.00

24-Hour Braised Beef Short Rib$35.00

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Does Abel Brown offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Abel Brown restaurant rated?

Is Abel Brown currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

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