Downtown restaurants’ doors open and close
The restaurant will open in a couple weeks for lunch, dinner, Sunday brunch and night life. It will be bringing 30 new jobs to Milledgeville. Three months after the opening, Aubri Lanes plans on expanding into the catering business, further reaching out in the community. Reservations are recommended but not necessary, and anybody is welcome. The restaurant attire will be dressy casual only fitting to the well-designed place settings and classic atmosphere.
Jason Medders opened shop with Seth James after owning the local Quiznos for six years. The two Milledgeville locals moved back home to provide the town with something it had not experienced before. With countless years of expertise between the two of them, James and Medders brought different tastes and styles to their dishes. The restaurant was named after Medders’ two kids Aubri, two and Lane, four.
“We’re striving for an atmosphere where everyone feels comfortable. We want to combine southern elegance with a unique spin on traditional southern food and drinks,” said Seth James, head chef.
The night life will consist of a classic, smoke free environment with over 60 wines and other beverages to choose from. Combined with a southern blues atmosphere, wine tasting with food sampling will be available for those who are not exactly sure of what they want. Dishes will change seasonally, providing variety that far exceeds the mundane hamburgers and pizza restaurants.
“This is my dream,” said Jason Medders owner. “I’ve always wanted a nice restaurant that wasn’t too expensive. Aubri Lanes is a small town restaurant with a classy feel.”
The two men are truly passionate about their food. All ingredients will be fresh from local farmers, some even organic to bring out the flavors through the entrées. The homegrown Georgia ingredients can be found at the upcoming farmers market arriving just outside of Milledgeville.
“We want the best ingredients for the best price, to make the best food,” said James, head chef.
In what used to be the building for Milledgeville Banking Company in the late 1800s, Aubri Lanes has combined the past with a relaxed atmosphere of modern day dining. Using the original architectural details including an intricately designed ceiling and the original safe modified into a wine cellar, Aubri Lanes ties the history of a small town into a functional restaurant. The atmosphere of Aurbi Lanes has the feel of a comfortable lounge, made compelling by the warm lighting and the promise of good food.
“We want to challenge our own culinary skills while providing the best food possible for our customers. Aubri Lanes is a place for good food, good wine and great people.” Medders said.
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on Apr 24 2009. Filed under News.
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