A student-run restaurant in Macon will soon be opening for lunch. What’s on the menu?

A unique student-run restaurant will soon be reopening in Macon for lunch with a new menu.

Edgar’s Bistro, part of the Macon campus of Helms College, will open for lunch starting Thursday.

Edgar’s Bistro is a dynamic applied learning venue designed to provide Helms College third and fourth-quarter culinary students with hands-on, real restaurant experience, according to Lynae Radke, Edgar’s Bistro head chef and instructor.

“Open to the public for lunch, we offer a meticulously curated menu that highlights the skill and creativity of our students,” she said. “Each dish is prepared and served by students with the utmost professionalism, making dining at Edgar’s Bistro a unique and delightful experience.”

Radke said the culinary students take charge of every role, from front-of-house to back-of-house operations. She said under her guidance, they gain invaluable real-world experience, honing their skills and perfecting their craft.

The immersive environment allows them to produce exceptional bistro-style fare while delivering top-notch service, preparing them for successful careers in the hospitality industry, she said.

Edgar’s Bistro operates on a unique schedule that aligns with its academic calendar. It is open every other quarter, coinciding with its back of the house and front of the house techniques courses.

Radke said the schedule ensures that the students receive comprehensive training, from menu development and execution to defining service styles and managing all operational aspects of the restaurant.

“This real-world educational experience is integral to their growth and success,” she said.

Edgar’s Bistro offers more than just delicious food; it provides the Macon community with high-quality, skillfully prepared meals at competitive prices, according to Radke.

She said by dining at the restaurant, patrons directly support the education and development of culinary students, helping to cultivate Macon’s next generation of talented chefs and hospitality professionals.

The new menu features a variety of enticing dishes such as chicken schnitzel, caprese pasta, Edgar’s patty melt, Peruvian chicken, and more.

Edgar’s Bistro will open Aug. 1 and continue every Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. through Sept. 26. The restaurant is at 5171 Eisenhower Pkwy, Suite E in Macon and can be reached at 478- 471-4250.

“We invite everyone to come and enjoy a wonderful meal and support the next generation of culinary professionals,” said Radke. “Your patronage not only promises a great meal but also supports Helms College’s mission to empower our students through our dynamic, hands-on training and education.”