Restaurants in Frankfort

“Incredible dining experience! 🍽✨ Limewater in Frankfort, Kentucky is absolutely beautiful… warm lighting, elegant décor, and the perfect cozy-but-upscale vibe. Tonight, we celebrated my husband’s birthday, and everything was flawless from start to finish. ❤️ Now let’s talk about the bread basket… OH. MY. GOODNESS. 🥖 Hands down the best sourdough I’ve ever had from a restaurant... fresh, flavorful, and worth the visit all by itself. I highly recommend starting your meal with it! Whether you’re celebrating something special or just want an unforgettable dinner… Limewater is a must! 10/10 🙌”

“Our work group came for our final dinner before we go home tomorrow. Michelle was a phenomenal server. Our food was great, drinks were spit in and a great atmosphere. Will definitely be on my list to visit again when I am in the area!!!”

“This was by far the best service we have ever had. The plating is absolutely gorgeous and the food was amazing. You definitely get your money's worth here.”

“This was such a great spot! Megan is an excellent bartender and gave great recommendations. She was very accommodating and so kind! My family was only here for one night and I would highly recommend stopping at Sig Luscher Brewery while in Frankfort!”

“Wonderful atmosphere, laid back with great selection of beer, awesome food trucks, and great trails for hiking/running.”

“Capital Cellars has a GREAT selection of spirits - including LBC! 🧡”

“TT was spot on with all her recommendations! She made our experience awesome. If you are going to Bourbon on Main ask for her!”

“most amazing shakes, teas and crepes customer service is top notch if you are in the area, tell em Lori sent ya!!”

“Fantastic ambience and friendly service! The signage is colorful and incredibly informative!”

“the fresh food and the employees are AMAZING!!!! My fave store 💕”

“If possible, go during lunch, you'll save about 40 bucks. The food overall is amazing but my husband and I stopped in for lunch, got similar portions that we would get for dinner and then got dessert and it came out to 60 and some change. When we do that for dinner it's about 130 give or take! Great service,always clean, bread and butter always comes out fresh and my steak( which I enjoy med well) always come out perfect and juicy in the best way. Try the parmesean crust on either the steak or the chicken it's amazing both ways. The rice is cooked to perfection, the Brussels sprouts are BEYOND delicious, the mash potatoes are creamy and smooth and can I take a moment to talk about the lava cake?.......Dawling......like buttah!!!!”

“I couldn’t have asked for a better location, staff, service, food and space for my 45th Birthday celebration. The back room was set up prior to us arriving, we had our personal server all night for the room, drinks were amazing, food was out of this world the private area for my friends and I just to enjoy the moment was priceless. The owner and Chef visited our area to make sure everything was fantastic. To top it off the Strawberry Cake was a dream. It was so lite, creamy and and amazing strawberry flavor. Best birthday Cake. The night did not disappoint. We will return very soon. Appreciated the atmosphere for such a great night. Great job John and staff, you truly hit this one out of the park for my guest and I. Scallops with risotto and Brussels sprouts: flawless. Espresso Martini: perfection 10/10”

“My son and I had a great lunch, fast, accurate and waitress very attentive to getting our drinks (ice tea) refilled and checking on us.”

“Applebees is one of the places that stays open late. The staff is always pleasant, the food is great with so much selection. I work late and it’s so great to get yummy food when it’s later in the evening. I have called in food 30 minutes prior to their closing and the staff is still kind and eager to take my order even after they have had a very long day. I have absolutely no idea why they closed their location in Middletown, KY. I LOVE THEM. Wonderful staff at Applebees in Frankfort, KY.”

“Amazing stop off the burbon trail for great pizza and yummy food! highly suggest the pub pretzels too!”

“Best coffee period and nice young people”

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Andy’s Bakery is one of those hidden gems that makes you proud to live in Frankfort. Everything we tried was fresh and full of flavor — from the cream cheese danish and muffins to the sausage & cheddar quiche. You can taste the care in every bite. Friendly, fast, and consistently excellent.”

“Enjoyed a girls dinner! Our server Maggie was the best! Amazing margs and fish tacos! Will def be back! ❤️”

“My kids absolutely love Hoggy’s Ice Cream. They never skimp on the scoops (you’re definitely getting your money’s worth), and there are many flavors to choose from. We personally love adding gummy bears and other treats. The shop sits at a great spot in downtown Frankfort, which makes it perfect for an afternoon stroll and a quick stop after lunch or dinner if you’re around. There’s cozy seating both inside at the top floor and seating outside. Plus, downtown Frankfort itself is a charming area with some great photo worthy spots, perfect for making a little outing out of your visit.”

“Never again! Ordered salad from the menu. It did not have basic ingredients that were listed on the menu. Rude server. No apology.”

“A must stop when you are in town! the food was delicious and so affordable. And Miss Melissa really makes you feel welcome.”

“My new favorite place. Food and service were top notch. Very reasonable with prices.”

“Great place to hang out for beer and draught cocktails”

“I recently visited Cliffside Diner with a group of friends for breakfast, and it turned out to be one of the most enjoyable meals we've had together in a while. This cozy, down-to-earth diner has a welcoming atmosphere that makes you feel like a regular from the moment you walk in.\nOur group ordered a mix of classic breakfast favorites—pancakes, eggs, bacon, biscuits and gravy, omelets, and plenty of hot coffee. Everything arrived fresh, perfectly cooked, and full of that comforting “made-from-scratch” flavor diners are known for. Portions were generous, and several of us ended up taking a little home.\nThe service was excellent. Even with a larger group, our server was attentive, friendly, and quick to keep drinks topped off. You can tell the staff genuinely care about their guests and take pride in making sure everyone has a great experience.\nCliffside Diner is the kind of local spot that captures the heart of a community: warm hospitality, great food, and an easygoing atmosphere. If you’re visiting the area—or even if you’re local and haven’t been yet—this diner is absolutely worth a stop for breakfast. We’ll definitely be returning on our next outing.”

“Really great tasting food. I ordered the super nachos and the portion was huge. I didn't even get half of it down. And they actually have a hot salsa that was very tasty. The service was quick and pleasant. There is a drive thru. I highly recommend this place for delicious Mexican food.”

“Yummiest Tuna Bowl! Complex. Creamy. Rich. Moist. A little heat in there. Everything was so good! Fried rice on the side was just heavenly. Shrimp tempura roll was really good! Highly recommend this Fusion restaurant! My adult kids, who are sushi lovers as well, highly recommend. And...we got there late which really makes good, like Fusion really cared! And they did!”

“Great place to take out a pizza”

“Neat place. Friendly folks, laid back atmosphere.”

“friendly staff, good food”

“It was a lovely atmosphere and great food”

“Had a fantastic meal today, blackened catfish was spectacular, drinks were refreshing and service was spectacular. Try the grouper fingers great appetizer! Thank you Wendy!”

“The food and staff were amazing. Thanks so much!!”

“Get there early! Fantastic food and service!”

“The Smoothies are good and the prices are pretty reasonable. My sister really likes the Acia bowl that they have. Overall this is definitely one of my go-to’s in Frankfort, I’m grateful they’re here”

“Amazing employees! They make my day, especially Katie! They’re part of what makes this place so special. Best coffee drinks ever!”

“Awesome food! Very very cold beer! And the best beer cheese in the whole city!”

“These donuts are so good. Thank you for making them ❤️”

“Best food in Richmond, KY. Owners and staff are always so polite, food is always huge portions and delicious. My family loves Thai night!”

“The cupcake I got had a different more custardy iceing but good and so many other tempting options I'll go again”

“A good Guinness and Smithwicks draw anytime.”

“Just pick up my lunch, Salmon Patty w/lima beans and stewed tomatoes. As always, I was greeted with a smile and my lunch was delicious. Good home cooking all the time.”

“While in town for a wor conference we decided to celebrate a birthday at Rose's and we are so glad we did. Taylor the bartender was busy but never lost her smile and friendly demeanor. The patrons were friendly and helped sign happy birthday to my coworker. The Nashville based Olin humored our birthday request with an amazing Nashville styled rendition of happy birthday. Even the bartender sang a song and can she sing. Amazing talent what a lucky night to visit. If you haven't sat out on the wrap around deck patio with nice wrought iron tables and chairs you need to give it a sit so peaceful and a cool breeze. I have owned to pubs and I can say I highly recommend this place. The vibe is laid back not judgemental and the bartender was super. She knew creative drinks/shots and the bottom fill beer taps made me jealous as all get out. Only suggestion was they need a better sound system (speakers). We had Rockville speakers under the cost of an elegant dinner you have a whomping system. When in Frankfort KY don't miss a chance to visit Rose's and meet Taylor!”

“Fantastic restaurant- as in, 12 out of 10 stars fantastic. From our server Amy offering insights on meal decisions to the chefs nailing every single thing we ordered, and the ambience to boot. This place is a complete gem! Go, you will not be disappointed!”

“We are open and having so much fun. There are so many beautiful items and yummy items also! Join us today and every Saturday 8:00 till 12:00! Blessings”

“Best and freshest Mexican food in town. Staff best in the state. Owners are ornery. But you can’t have it all! Hahaha! Some of the freshest beer in town.”

“So much fun! We visited Frankfort for a girls weekend and stumbled upon Parlays. Everyone was so welcoming. The staff is cool! The clientele was fun and Karaoke was a blast!! Karen where are you at girl?!!!”

“Was heading home from a day full of archery tournaments from lousiville. headed home to Richmond. stopped there for a bjte and I'm telling you it was swrioisly the best. ordered a few different items. the street corn was chefs kiss. the locos nachos 😋 was heaven. ordered a lengua burrito and some lengua tacos as well but they haven't been tried yet but I can only imagine how amazing. I would drive back the hour just to eat here again.”

“Came here on Christmas with my little family and the customer service was amazing the ladies working we're so nice and sweet to us as we were the first customers. The pizza was amazing and hot and fresh just coming out of the oven.

This is our second time time here and we will definitely be back again.

For 2 buffets and a child's drink it was 33 dollars. It's a great price for a amazing buffet of pizza ,salad and pasta.”

“Couldn't decide what I wanted to order tonight. That's why I got the Pork Three-ways...ribs, pulled pork, sliced pork,slaw, corn bread, and baked beans. The food was very good but tasted better due to our server "Cindy". She always helps us select tasty items and make sure they are prepared perfectly and hot! And yes, I got the banana pudding to go.”

“This was the perfect afternoon to go into Fazolis!! The food portions were good and the service was impeccable. Everyone from the lady that took our order to the manager that brought us our extra breadsticks and had friendly conversation with my wife. It was just an amazing experience 07/24/25 @5pm. Thank you”

“The Yard Bird, quiche, soups, and bread pudding were delicious! Troy and the rest of the staff were very nice!”

“Great roast beef sandwiches. The Gryo sandwiches are fabulous too. French dip and Italian sandwiches are very nice.”

“We had Staxx cater our son/daughter in law’s wedding rehearsal dinner. I communicated with Dan and he was so friendly and answered every question I had. He delivered and set it all up himself. The food was delicious and there was plenty!! I would definitely use them again and would 100% recommend them.”

“My husband and I ate here tonight for the first time. We both got a giant Club Sub. I had lettuce, tomatoes, pickles, extra mayo and the Juice on mine and my husband added lettuce tomatoes, jalapeños and mayo on his. I didn’t get any picture’s because we were both too busy eating. The sandwiches were absolutely delicious!! The staff was super nice! We will definitely be back!!”

“This place was so great and the epitome of Southern hospitality. We were stopping through and had great conversation with the owner and the bartender and the patrons. Would highly recommend to other individuals who are just looking for a fun chill vibe. It has cute decor and a speakeasy.”

“Just found this place while on a road trip from California. Fell in love with it and Summer was awesome and so friendly. Food and drinks were great and the atmosphere was friendly and relaxing. Highly recommend.”

“When me an my son lived at Riverview apartments we went here all the time they were very very nice an loved my son so very much they greeted us with such kind hearts I will always visit as long as they are open”

“Stopped in on the way to Buffalo Trace, we told the waitress we needed to be somewhere in an hour and she did everything she could to make that happen. Total time there was 35min, food was pretty good though I feel the steak could have been seasoned a little more. Loved the salad bar, so many things to put on your salad.”

“Wonderful pickup order tonight. We had the House Lo Mein the Kung Pao Chicken and both were excellent. Also, the egg rolls were good! We have enough leftover for two or three more meals from the two entrees.”

“Had a wonderful time with people i haven't seen in a while. Hope to go back soon they are so nice there and a wonderful time everyone has their.The owners there are wonderful and care about the people who visits there establishment at the ✨✨ Tacklebox and Sport's Bar and Fishing”

“Drinks are delicious and customer service is amazing. Abigail always makes my morning better with her upbeat nature.”

“Just found this place while on a road trip from California. Fell in love with it and Summer was awesome and so friendly. Food and drinks were great and the atmosphere was friendly and relaxing. Highly recommend.”

“These guys loaded 48-40 count waters for me today! They were super kind. They have no idea how thankful we were! I hope you guys see this! Again, we appreciate you 3!”

“Hunt Brothers Pizza is a great pizza for anybody searching for really good tasting food the employees are always very respectful their Pizza is also never undercooked or overcooked it is always just right with a perfect amount of toppings”

“My first time here in my life, 9 bucks for fries, nuggets and a freshly topped double burger. It was immaculate and fresh, fries were hot, nuggets were crispy, and the burger..oh that burger. Wish we had a location where I live, hands down better than the other burger chains.”

“The Chinese buffet was really good had lots of good food and what was really cool where all the video games and claw machines they had. The really nice koi fish pod was definitely an added bonus they had big ones and babies in there. All the food was nice and hot and the service was really good would definitely come back to this place.”

“Awesome servers & great food!”

“Best Mexican cuisine and atmosphere in the area!”

“The food was delicious, with very little waiting time, and our waiter was so nice! we can't wait to come back.”

“Great food... friendly service that's quick...foods always fresh and I love the old school atmosphere reminds me of an old restaurant from my child back home...if you got time stop in you won't regret it👍👍”

“some good stuff and convenient at most stores I love it”

“Great staff. Coffee was nice and hot”

“If you’re looking for the best nutritional shakes around, look no further! This place is a total gem. The selection is absolutely out of this world — from protein-packed blends to delicious, guilt-free treats, there’s something for everyone. You can really tell that everything is made with quality ingredients and care.

Thomas, the owner, is seriously awesome. He’s super knowledgeable, friendly, and always makes you feel welcome. You can tell he truly cares about his customers’ health and experience. I can’t recommend this place enough — it’s become a regular stop for me. Don’t miss out!”

“The drinks I order are ten words long and complicated, but they are always accurately made.

And sometimes at this location I get a little smiley face drawn on my cup and I think I needed that this morning.”

“CLOSED FOR GOOD OCT 26, 2025! Sad day! The workers only knew the day before they would not be opened last Sunday 26th. All of this will make 2-3 meals for me but a little on the expensive side!! All this for $50. 20 wings, side of wedges, side of aioli fries and a southwest wrap. Boneless wings are great, big and can get extra wet for free. Good place to eat just bring your $$!”

“Our office worked 2 separate large legislative events (breakfast and lunch) and I just want to give Anna, Vincent, and the rest of the staff their flowers for their amazing work. These were not easy tasks for them, including having to order more food at a moments notice due to higher than expected turnout. Even while dealing with a lunch rush they were able to turn around extra orders a few times with quick turnarounds. We can’t thank you them enough for all their help with these. Just an incredible job by all led by incredible leaders. Thank you all so much!”

“Love the new baskets. Friendly service too!”

“The loaded omelet biscuit meal was fantastic. I was also thrilled to get Duke's Mayonnaise, not just mayonnaise. It reminded me of the old days, just as good as I remembered it! Hot, quick, and delicious!”

“Please recognize Heather and the crew that worked tonight around 8pm tonight! We went through the drive through last weekend and some of our food was missing. We realize everyone makes mistakes, no big deal. It was my husband’s birthday and I think he really wanted the cheese cake. He called and told Heather what has happened. She immediately apologized and asked some questions. She said she would make it right and she did that today! We really appreciate those that worked tonight especially Heather! Our food was delicious too!”

“We visited 2 years ago and haven't been back until today. We decided to give it another try. We were pleasantly surprised! Food was hot and fresh, service was impeccable and the restaurant was very clean! I will definitely be back.”

“La fiesta Grande has long been my favorite Mexican restaurant! The food is great, and it’s family owned and operated by the nicest people!”

“The food was good and service was great! My wife and I really enjoyed our late night meal!”

“Wonderful pickup order tonight. We had the House Lo Mein the Kung Pao Chicken and both were excellent. Also, the egg rolls were good! We have enough leftover for two or three more meals from the two entrees.”

“We love this restaurant! Great flavorful food and reasonable prices! The burrito Rio, chili lime fish tacos, regular fish tacos are some of our favorites!”

“Best drive through service I have ever received. I was there Friday around noon. Everyone was so nice. Special requests were made and fixed perfectly. My salad was huge, fresh and yummy. Thanks!”

“I ordered my Thanksgiving lunch this past Sunday. It was delicious. Recommend anybody doing that we are still eating on it. My second year !!!!!!”

“AI ordering was a mess and super annoying. Almost just pulled away. Glad we didn’t because there is nothing as tasty as a slider. The humans were fabulous and hustling trying to make up for their AI coworkers incompetence. The humans deserve a raise and the AI needs to be fired.”