Luke’s Pub And Steakhouse
By Sundi Rose
drink and visit with friends and family.” The theme is rustic and familiar and has a laid-back atmosphere that matches the pace of life in the area. What it lacks in fancy, it makes up for in personality. You can play some games or throw a few darts while you wait for your food, and when the weather is nice, there is live music on the patio. Lots of local musical talent has played on the deck at Luke’s, and we’re fairly certain their undercover motto is “there is no better way to spend a summer night than live music and a cold beer.” Luke’s Pub is just a short drive from Columbus, and its location makes it a fun stop to include in a day trip to some of the local attractions. Taking 85 (Manchester) on your way to Pine Mountain, Callaway Gardens, or even Warm Springs, it can easily become part of the adventure. No matter what brought you to Luke’s, you’ll surely
THE TASTE OF TRUE SOUTHERN HOSPITALITY or those looking for a little out-of-town adventure, F there is a great spot just up the road and around the bend. Luke’s Pub and Steakhouse is loved by both locals and visitors, and for some very delicious reasons.
Opened originally in 1988, Luke’s quickly became one of the top places to get the absolute best steak anywhere, and with food “made like momma,” everything you order is comfort on a plate. The minute you step foot into Luke’s, you’re family, and you are treated and fed as such. Bobby Noland and his crew just celebrated their 25th anniversary and for the last two decades, he’s maintained its reputation and then some by cultivating an integrity of service that reminds people what a dining experience should feel like. “To be the best place to catch a good meal, grab a cold
be greeted with a smile by the waitstaff, and your family will be thrilled to know y’all can sit together in a cozy dining room or outside for an evening on the covered patio. Perfectly set for fun, food and fellowshipping. The patrons agree. While the atmosphere makes it a fun spot to visit, the food is absolutely the main attraction. You may come for the legendary 40-ounce steak and cold oysters on the half shell, but you’ll stick around for the snake bites and firecracker shrimp. While you can’t go wrong with anything on the menu, I tend to gravitate to a surf and turf. Luke’s features an eight-ounce filet topped with five jumbo shrimp, and let me just say it may have been the best thing I’ve ever eaten. I am definitely a steak lover but this was on another level. In fact, Luke’s Pub is continually raising the bar for local eateries. Just like so many businesses, Luke’s had to rearrange their entire system to deal with the pandemic, and they have rebounded in a big way. They have recently updated the menu, and more than just steak, there is so much to choose from. With delicious seafood options, from Ahi tuna to shrimp prepared any
way you like it, and scrumdiliumptious oysters when in season. And of course, some savory fresh grouper. They also have daily lunch specials, including their covered in cream gravy country fried steak, or always the local fav hamburger steak with onions, and don’t you dare miss out on the fried squash and made just like home mashed potatoes. Luke’s even features an all-you-can-eat customer favorite every Thursday and Friday night. Luke’s Pub has become a bit of a local legend, and they show up for the community time and again. Most recently, they participated in Dining for Charities, a program produced by television affiliates WLTZ which connects restaurants with local charities and allows patrons to receive a percentage off their meals while the total sales go to both the station and the charity participant. Make sure you check out wltz.com to get in on the action. There is a reason why Luke’s Pub and Steakhouse is pretty famous around here. They feed you and treat you like family, and the vibe is fun and casual. If you haven’t yet, you must have yourself a meal at Luke’s immediately. While they are closed Sundays and Mondays, they are
open for lunch and dinner every other day and offer carry out as well. Luke’s Pub and Steakhouse in Ellerslie reminds us that you can, in fact, go home again. A hidden gem found just up the road, and the epitome of southern hospitality. It’s unlike any other eatery around, and the experience is as welcoming as the steaks are delicious. Find Luke’s on Facebook or just call ‘em up at 706-582-2630. They are open Tuesdays through Thursday from 11-2 and 4-9, Fridays 11-2 and 4-10 and Saturdays from 1110. Find them on GA Highway 85 in Ellerslie.u LocaL
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