Restaurants in Lexington
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Best Restaurants
“Just left a group luncheon of 12 retired educators Everyone’s meal was excellent and the service provided by our server Barbara was a 10. She was helpful, efficient and humorous……absolutely will return…”
“During our visit to Kentucky’s Bourbon Country, we had the distinct pleasure of dining at what has quickly become our favorite restaurant in the area. From start to finish, the experience was exceptional. The food was nothing short of outstanding—flavorful, expertly prepared, and perfectly paired with a diverse and impressive collection of bourbons. What truly set this restaurant apart, however, was the warm and welcoming atmosphere, which made it feel like more than just a meal out, but rather an experience shared with friends. The staff’s hospitality and dedication to making every guest feel at home contributed to what was undoubtedly a memorable evening. We are already eagerly anticipating our next visit and look forward to enjoying another fantastic meal, discovering more exceptional bourbons, and sharing the experience with some great friends. Highly recommended for anyone visiting the Bourbon Country region—whether you're a bourbon enthusiast or simply someone who appreciates great food and service.”
“I cannot speak highly enough of Mileta and the owner Dallas. I planned a surprise birthday party with 25 guests and Dallas worked hand in hand with me to make it so special. Every single person was blown away by the food, the servers were incredible, the rose room was an absolute DREAM and it left us all excited to come back. Mileta is the roaring 20s meets Italian delicacy and it’s done for vibrantly and authentically. They even printed up off menus that had happy birthday _______ on them. I’m still just blown away. Thank you so much.”
Restaurants by Cuisine
“Yo straight up. This is the spot . I under estimated this places hottest chicken sandwich it really is a reaper . GREAT FOOD awesome heat. Time to go drink some milk, MAC AND CHEESE WAS FIREE , that hot chicken incase yall wondering , is HOT I love it , most places have “”Hot”” chicken.
NOOO this is the real. HOT CHICKEN,
Dave’s hot chicken”
Restaurants with Delivery
“My friend and I stopped here from out of town; very impressed with both the non-vegan and vegan options. The food was EXCELLENT, staff was very friendly. Black beans, etoufeé and jambalaya were all excellent. Would come back in a heartbeat. Bellamy the travel frog gives it 5/5 frogs.”
“This place is great. You order at the counter, incredibly friendly staff, food comes out super fast and was delicious. They were incredibly helpful in all our requests to package up our to go food.
Veggies tacos, arroz con pollo, and chips and queso (ofc) are amazing. They also have daily specials & the jumbo margs aren't too sweet.”
“During our visit to Kentucky’s Bourbon Country, we had the distinct pleasure of dining at what has quickly become our favorite restaurant in the area. From start to finish, the experience was exceptional. The food was nothing short of outstanding—flavorful, expertly prepared, and perfectly paired with a diverse and impressive collection of bourbons. What truly set this restaurant apart, however, was the warm and welcoming atmosphere, which made it feel like more than just a meal out, but rather an experience shared with friends. The staff’s hospitality and dedication to making every guest feel at home contributed to what was undoubtedly a memorable evening. We are already eagerly anticipating our next visit and look forward to enjoying another fantastic meal, discovering more exceptional bourbons, and sharing the experience with some great friends. Highly recommended for anyone visiting the Bourbon Country region—whether you're a bourbon enthusiast or simply someone who appreciates great food and service.”
“My family, and I just found this place. All 5 of us are DELIGHTED. We almost didn’t stop, because we were expecting a big building. THANK GOD, we took a chance and went in! This food was nothing short of AMAZING. The owner was beyond hospitable, the food was fresh, the kitchen was clean (97% recent Health Inspection) the prices were reasonable and the quantity of food was double portioned! We are still talking about this dining experience. Nothing makes us happier than finding authentic jewels like Zaki. We can’t wait to get back to Lexington.”
“We had a great time here! Cool theme inside! Dan was great, personable and knowledgeable! The inside is Irish themed. We didn’t take a tour but heard it’s pretty cool! Nice place! Bourbon is good! They have bourbon beer too!”
“Jeff Ruby's is about more than good food, it's an experience. My husband and I have been loyal customers for over 10 years. We drive nearly 2 hours 1 way, sometimes multiple times a month, just to eat here. We have visited every restaurant except the Columbus location. The steak is always amazing but it's the service that really puts these restaurants over the top for us. Lexington is our favorite location because Jon Wright works there and he's the best!”
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“I cannot speak highly enough of Mileta and the owner Dallas. I planned a surprise birthday party with 25 guests and Dallas worked hand in hand with me to make it so special. Every single person was blown away by the food, the servers were incredible, the rose room was an absolute DREAM and it left us all excited to come back. Mileta is the roaring 20s meets Italian delicacy and it’s done for vibrantly and authentically. They even printed up off menus that had happy birthday _______ on them. I’m still just blown away. Thank you so much.”
“The taco flights (The Filthy Fajita, The Smokeshow and The Gangsta) were Amazing as was our appetizer (Shrimp Rangoon Bites)!! Strawberry Bombshell on the rocks was definitely the bomb! Speaking of being the bomb, gotta give it up to our server Tonni and the general manager Nick who were both so nice, helpful and accommodating!! We will definitely be repeat customers! Thank you for a wonderful experience!!”
“Jeff Ruby's is about more than good food, it's an experience. My husband and I have been loyal customers for over 10 years. We drive nearly 2 hours 1 way, sometimes multiple times a month, just to eat here. We have visited every restaurant except the Columbus location. The steak is always amazing but it's the service that really puts these restaurants over the top for us. Lexington is our favorite location because Jon Wright works there and he's the best!”
“Dined at the new restaurant Millstone in Lexington last PM. It’s in the old Dudley Square Building. What a great meal, great atmosphere. Really a nice vibe in the old school house I believe it was. Lot of exposed brick walls, great interior decorator. Very comfortable seating, some great jazz in the background but you could easily have have conversations and hear those you were with. So many restaurants have poor acoustics and it’s hard to have conversation. I enjoy a Sazerac cocktail, there are maybe 3 places in the city that know how to make a good one. Their bartender nailed it. Outstanding. We had Crabcake and Yeast Rolls for an appetizer and they were awesome, the crab rakes are served with fried green tomato. 5 Rolls were brought out in the cast iron skillet they were prepared in. Paula had a Millstone Salad and I had the Rib Eye. Both outstanding. Everything thing they serve they make in house, except the mayonnaise I was told. Fresh, locally sourced meats and vegetables. I had their bread pudding for desert. Everybody has thier on take on this, they added chocolate chips and their own sauce, It was amazing. They just opened this week, usually a new place has a lot of kinks to work out, but this was a great experience. The management has done a great job bringing in staff committed to excellence. Parking was not an issue either. UK had a game last night, but they had enough parking right there which is free. Something you dont find in the downtown area. 5 Stars, check them out!”
“Dined at the new restaurant Millstone in Lexington last PM. It’s in the old Dudley Square Building. What a great meal, great atmosphere. Really a nice vibe in the old school house I believe it was. Lot of exposed brick walls, great interior decorator. Very comfortable seating, some great jazz in the background but you could easily have have conversations and hear those you were with. So many restaurants have poor acoustics and it’s hard to have conversation. I enjoy a Sazerac cocktail, there are maybe 3 places in the city that know how to make a good one. Their bartender nailed it. Outstanding. We had Crabcake and Yeast Rolls for an appetizer and they were awesome, the crab rakes are served with fried green tomato. 5 Rolls were brought out in the cast iron skillet they were prepared in. Paula had a Millstone Salad and I had the Rib Eye. Both outstanding. Everything thing they serve they make in house, except the mayonnaise I was told. Fresh, locally sourced meats and vegetables. I had their bread pudding for desert. Everybody has thier on take on this, they added chocolate chips and their own sauce, It was amazing. They just opened this week, usually a new place has a lot of kinks to work out, but this was a great experience. The management has done a great job bringing in staff committed to excellence. Parking was not an issue either. UK had a game last night, but they had enough parking right there which is free. Something you dont find in the downtown area. 5 Stars, check them out!”
“Did a wine tasting and bluegrass blush was delicious. Highly recommend this winery.”
24 Hour Restaurants
“It's the Waffle House!! Absolutely best place to grab a wonderful breakfast or a Sammie! Always a great place to start your night or finish it! The food is always freshly made to order and very filling. The staff were all very nice and professional, the cook on duty was excellent.”
“Thanks Joe for the respect 👍... 10mins ago at the drive thru! Don't know who the female was that you were working with but she should've just pulled you to the side if there was a problem, or she had a question. I shouldn't have to remind people of how uncomfortable things are right now, for everyone. So offending a customer is not in the best interest of anyone. Too little your hear about the good in folks, thanks again!”
“Great meal-outstanding space, impeccable service and perfectly prepared food. Well worth the hour and a half drive.”
Takeout Restaurants
“Not only have I loved every single thing I've ever tried here, the owner is especially kind and knowledgeable. A true gem in Lexington. We are so lucky to have access to these amazing treats! I recently tried the Turkish delights and am blown away! all the flavors meld so well together and the consistency is beyond perfection!”
“Yo straight up. This is the spot . I under estimated this places hottest chicken sandwich it really is a reaper . GREAT FOOD awesome heat. Time to go drink some milk, MAC AND CHEESE WAS FIREE , that hot chicken incase yall wondering , is HOT I love it , most places have “”Hot”” chicken.
NOOO this is the real. HOT CHICKEN,
Dave’s hot chicken”
“I had been wanting to visit DV8 for quite some time now, not only for my love of trying out new places, but because of the background of this place. Let me first say, I visited the Broadway location on 1/19/25 and cannot wait to come back. The environment was great including the decor and the staff. Everyone was friendly and helpful. I had the breakfast tacos and took home the chicken salad and it was amazing. I couldn't leave without snagging a couple cups, hoodie, and a sticker. Having a passion for those in recovery (I have 12.5 years myself) I couldn't wait to get myself in this place and now I can't wait to come back!!”
“Old School Coffee is a must-visit spot in Lex! The baristas are so fun and love to chat whenever you visit. This coffee shop is in a beautiful "old school" building that is fun to explore. All of their drinks are school-themed, and they always have a drink of the week that is a must-try! Definitely give this place a try!”
“Great food, fast delivery, competitive pricing. Meals are healthy and well balanced, all this without compromising taste! Highly recommend giving them a try, you won’t regret it!”
“I had an absolutely amazing time this evening! The atmosphere was the perfect blend of industrial and casual, creating such a cool and inviting vibe. The food was incredible—I had the pizza, which was delicious, and paired it with a #23 strawberry hard cider that was just perfect. Fred, the bartender, was fantastic—so personable and helpful in guiding my selections. His recommendations made the experience even better. I truly had such an enjoyable evening and can’t wait to come back!”
Drive-Thru Restaurants
“I had lunch at Viva Mexico yesterday with my parents and uncle, and it was fantastic! The food was delicious, and the service was friendly, and fast. Inside the restaurant is decorated with vibrant Mexican colors —— the bar area looked fun and inviting - I can’t wait to go back for a date night with my husband very soon! Highly recommend!”
“We went for the first time today for my daughter’s third birthday and her first tea party. It gave fairytale vibes upon entering and was everything we could have wanted it to be! My daughter was given fairy wings and a magical wand to wear while eating. There was a toy room for her to play with toys if she needed a change of scenery. We were able to try all the teas we wanted and the food was delicious! The staff was so friendly. We will be making this a yearly tradition!”
“We made a reservation on a friend's recommendation and the food was outstanding. Curry fritter, spicy pork and bigogi were stellar. The ginger tea is fresh pressed from the root and delightful. We will be back to this hidden gem. It's off the beaten track. Can't say enough good things about it.”
“Today my bestie and I tried Korean BBQ for the first time and it was AMAZING!!! First off the staff (I didn’t get the young ladies name) was BEYOND amazing she helped us choose our food and showed us all that we needed to do with cooking our own food. She was super sweet. The food was freaking amazing! We had the meat and seafood. Our first time trying squid and it was pretty good. We felt warm and welcomed here and it was truly an authentic experience. We definitely plan on returning to try more things.”
“Stoofvlees ( house fries, beer braised beef sirloin, creme fraiche and herbs) Belgian endive salad with a creamy herb dressing, gala apples, muir apples, scallions and topped with pumpkin sunflower seeds. Please give this place a try you will have a great food experience. You can get cocktails from. Arcadium next door to have with your meal.💗 #lexingtonkentucky #eatbetterfood #eatfavor #lexingtonfoodscene”
Fine Dining
“What one of our team members says: "My husband and I tried Tony's this past weekend for the first time, and it might be our new favorite steakhouse in Lex! The service and atmosphere was incredible, and the food was some of the best we've ever had! The restaurant itself was beautiful, and we had a stunning view of downtown lex from our table. The service was also some of the best in Lex. Next time you plan on visiting, request Mason, he was our favorite server! This steakhouse is a must-try spot!!"”
“I had the pleasure of ordering a custom cake for my birthday from The Bourbon Bakery and could not have loved it more! I wanted a black on black iced vanilla heart cake with vintage styling. They gave me everything I was hoping for visually (elegant, goth) AND all of the taste of a great cake was there too. It was DELICIOUS. The cake got lots of compliments; it was a huge hit with me and my guests. Pricing is fair and communication is a breeze. I look forward to ordering from here for any future cake needs!”
“The gyozo was absolutely delicious. Husband and I both had ramen that was perfect!”
“Best steak and salad I’ve had at any restaurant! Waiter was great too!”
Cheap Eats
“OMG Donuts is the best, semi-hidden secret! They have an array of sweets and breakfast foods, and the most delicious drinks. The best part is the staff. Sofia is such a joy! Every time I go in she knows my drink order better than I do 😂. My coworkers and I frequent OMG just about every day, except Mondays, when we mope around waiting for Tuesday for the OMG doors to open again! There hasn’t been a single time that Sofia hasn’t gone above and beyond, had a beautiful smile on her face, and just been so incredibly joyful. It makes a difference in our mornings. Thank you OMG Donuts for my (almost) daily fix of deliciousness and joy! ☺️🍩🧋”
“We had Gumbo ya-ya cater our son’s graduation party and it was fabulous!! We had multiple cajun options from the restaurant for guests to choose from and at the end of the night people had gone back for 3rd and 4th servings!! We were so pleased, the owners were amazing and made sure our special event was enjoyed by all. No one walked away hungry and everyone complimented us on the food!! We will definitely use them again. Thank you so much!!”
“Came in with my fiance for her first time. Wait staff was fantastic! Great atmosphere and even better food. 10/10”
“Had an absolutely delightful brunch at Bella Cafe today. Our server was fantastic and the European Bar is so delicious. If this isn’t on your list of best brunch spots in Lexington, it should be💜.”
“Had a great lunch. Our server, Travis, was excellent. He answered all our questions. The cappuccino was delicious. Great experience.”
“This was our first time dining at Bone Fish. Lena was fabulous! Very well versed in the menu and provided her favorites! Everything from the ambience, service and food were amazing! I would highly recommend. ”
“Great quiet dinner. Our server was excellent and very attentive. The food was delivered promptly and cooked exactly as ordered. Drinks were great and reasonably priced.”
“We came for drinks and appetizers pre-show at the Opera House. It was quick (but not rushed) service. Delicious options with plenty of variety. It had been a while since I had visited Dudley's, but that cauliflower appetizer will be living rent free in my brain until I'm able to return!”
“Great beer! They’ve got something for everyone. The bartender was so nice and recommended other breweries to try while we’re in town. We’ll be back!”
“Harry’s Twin Filets (+ side) is hard to beat for the price ($27.99). Somehow the food seems to get better with each visit. Had the pleasure of being served by Caleb tonight, awesome UK student working his second straight year for BHG. Also worth noting: you can order from both the Harry’s & Malone’s menus while dining at Harry’s!”
“I really love this spot. I love their flights and trying their wide variety of beers. I really like their sour, IPAs, and their Amber. I’m not a huge stout-lover, but I really liked what I tried. They even cycle in seasonal drinks too! I really liked the apple cider bourbon slushy they had, too, which was a pleasant surprise that I didn’t see coming!!
They have a lot of different areas to sit so it’s not super crowded with tons of people standing and blocking walkways, which was also nice! I had a delicious burger from the restaurant next door (they bring food over to the brewery) and it had great beer cheese!
They also had LOTS of power outlets, so I was able to get work done on my laptop! The employees were also fun to talk to and very kind. All around, it was a nice place to visit!”
“The food was absolutely delicious – the Korean fried chicken was perfectly crispy, flavorful, and addictive! On top of that, the service was so friendly and helpful, which made the whole experience even better. Can’t wait to come back for more!”
“My husband and I having family night with our sons at Blue Sushi Sake Grilled”
“My family ate here while on vacation; Chelsea S. was our waitress and she was excellent! The food was great, too.”
“Top favorite restaurant in Lexington. I have eaten dozens of time, everything is always fresh, delicious and beautiful. very reasonable prices as well. love ❤️ 😍”
“I first tasted Wise Bird Cider at the GOSHEN TAPROOM, right on the edge of Metro Louisville. It’s on tap and in cans! The Pomme Pomme Cider is SO DELICIOUS! The others are great too, but the PP is my favorite. If you can’t make it to Lexington (an amazing place to visit), make the shorter trip to Goshen.”
“What one of our team members says: "My husband and I tried Tony's this past weekend for the first time, and it might be our new favorite steakhouse in Lex! The service and atmosphere was incredible, and the food was some of the best we've ever had! The restaurant itself was beautiful, and we had a stunning view of downtown lex from our table. The service was also some of the best in Lex. Next time you plan on visiting, request Mason, he was our favorite server! This steakhouse is a must-try spot!!"”
“I have been on a crab kick lately so we tried Shaking Seafood and Wings tonight for the first time. It was phenomenal! The seafood (snow crab, head on shrimp, headless shrimp, crawfish) was all cooked perfectly and the crab legs were HUGE. Nothing was overcooked or rubbery and the sauce is delicious. The crawfish were really good and clean, too, and not tough even though I’m sure they had to have been frozen. The restaurant is very clean, everyone is friendly and service is fast and friendly. We will definitely return. Thank you for a great meal!”
“Great start with our waitress Kimberly. Kimberlee. She was absolutely the best. This was my first steak at Ted's. I would rate it as the best steak I have had in a longtime. Forget get the high priced steak houses in Lexington as this was far and away the most perfectly cook steak ever. Adding to the perfect meal were wonderful onion rings. They were as close to perfection as you can get. My compliments to the chef. we were too full to try the deserts but I am sure they would have been great. We will make Ted's a regular stop for a great meal.”
“If you like Cole’s you’ll love this place. Excellent food. Great service. Nice atmosphere.”
“Great salad and shrimp flatbread was yummy. Prices are great. I felt comfortable and safe dining alone (traveling through).”
“We've been wanting to try for a while. Finally, walked in today during Woodland Art Fair, and everything we got was delicious! The biggest disappointment was seeing our table neighbors getting their Jerk wings and realizing we missed that on the menu when we ordered. Definitely coming back for those, soon!”
“The weekly old guys pub crawl loves this place. We've been doing this weekly since Aug. 2023, and just started posting the photos. So if the photos don't match the place, they will show up somewhere. Most important is, we love this place.”
“Harry’s Twin Filets (+ side) is hard to beat for the price ($27.99). Somehow the food seems to get better with each visit. Had the pleasure of being served by Caleb tonight, awesome UK student working his second straight year for BHG. Also worth noting: you can order from both the Harry’s & Malone’s menus while dining at Harry’s!”
“This is the second time I’ve eaten here. And both times were outstanding. This time we had the paella -we couldn’t wait to dive in. That’s why the pictures show that most of it is gone, but you can look at their pictures. It was fantastic!
If you’ve never been make a reservation and go. a lot of the appetizers are tapas style so don’t think it’s all you can eat hog trough. Hint— if you make reservations tell them you want yo have the paella ready about 30 -40 minutes after you arrive to give you time to sample some appetizers. We ordered the small which fed two people but should have ordered the large to have leftovers. Prices are very reasonable and the quality of the food that I’ve had has been tremendous. Show them some love.”
“I LOVE WALT'S FAVORITE SHRIMP. I TELL ALL MY FRIENDS THE STORY OF WALT.”
“First timing trying this place. Fill place, feels like a neighborhood spoke with some unique dishes on the menu.
I got the Lumberjack burger. It came out raw, ordered it medium. They took it back I expected a new burger, the simply further cooked the burger. This time it was well done. Not a big deal flavor was still there, juicy and well seasoned. However, I think much of the Beer cheese had cooked off.
We got the salad with orange vinaigrette and it was very good. The squash soup was also nice on a snowy day.
Service was excellent and enjoyed the experience. The only negative was the burger cook and the not getting a new burger. Just kind of pointless to ask for how I’d like it cooked.
Would eat here again though”
“Wow! If you love bourbon… if you love craft cocktails and craft beer… B&R is a MUST!!! We had a perfectly balanced sour, a spirit forward old fashioned (smoked peel!) and their Coffee & Smoke which is a fun twist on a Manhattan with their own smoky flair. We arrived too late for their full menu, but their bar bites definitely did not disappoint…. The wings!!!! We will be back every time we’re in Lexington!”
“It was our first time trying Korean food and let me tell you it did not disappoint. The service was top notch and all food was prepared fresh and authentic. The lady helping us was amazing and so kind. I’ve told multiple people already and will be back soon. I recommend this place to everyone. Absolutely unbelievable that more people wasn’t there. Every seat should be filled!!”
“Brady made our lunchtime with friends extra special today. We’ve always loved this restaurant for many reasons but having him take care of us was an added bonus we won’t forget. We hope he stays on board so we can see him again when we return which will be soon! Thanks alot Brady 😋🙌”
“The place is new and I didn't know what to think. BUT, the quality and freshness of the food is fantastic! I've been places where the food tastes first frozen and then fried - NOT the case here. Fresh, tasty, and just the right amount of fancy 😋 👌”
“2nd time here and I can’t say enough about the pecan crusted pork tenderloins!!! Have to try this dish when I return home. Desserts were huge! Loved the carrot cake!”
“Shun Lee Restaurant delivers an outstanding dining experience: exceptional food, attentive service, generous portions, and a welcoming staff. Every visit feels polished and satisfying — ideal for both special occasions and relaxed dinners.”
“We try to go to Malone's whenever visiting Lexington. This is our favorite restaurant in the area. As usual we got the 12 oz filet, baked potato and Lexingtonian salad. Our meal was outstanding and the service was wonderful. I cannot more highly recommend this restaurant.”
“Love this store, I was needing some Slippery Elm for acid reflux, I couldn’t find it at other store but Robert’s health store had it, love this store , it is now my number 1 place to go 😊”
“food was really good and fresh also the waitress was very nice and polite defiantly coming back”
“If I could give this place 10 Stars I would! My husband and I were traveling back home to Michigan after our trip to Mammoth Cave National Park. We had a fun afternoon of burbon drinking after camping and Desperately needed something to eat. Unfortunately, it was so late everything was closed. In a last ditch effort we spontaneously asked a passing local of ANY WHERE we could eat He immediately pointed us to Minglewood. We arrived an hour before close and quickly and apologetically ordered a couple cocktails and some food. I had the pimento hamburger and GIRL LEMME TELL YOU!!! Iv never had a hamburger more delicious in my entire life! It doesn’t stop there, we then had the absolute pleasure of meeting the LADY BOSS (maybe the owner? I was pretty tipsy by then lol) She was AMAZING and after bonding of chef life and hearing how much I love chicken wings, she suggested they had the BEST and proceeded to make us an order HERSELF even tho they were pretty much closed! OH. MY. ACTUAL. GOSH…SHE WAS NOT WRONG! I can’t tell you how serious I am when I tell you these were the BEST wings Iv ever had!! We are going to be camping in Smoky Mountains National Park for New Years weekend and have planned our trip specifically to include a stop here again for those wings! Do your mouth a favor and eat here. -Rose & Todd”
“The Best Indian Restaurant In Lexington, KY
Best flavors and lots of unique dishes Not found at other Indian Restaurants. Do yourselves a favor and go here to eat sometime. If you've never been to an Indian Restaurant go during the buffet and sample small amounts to figure out what you like the best. I was there again last weekend and I will be going back today or tomorrow, it's That Good!”
“I’ve eaten at many places in my life. I cannot believe that a place this good exists in Lexington. I’m just going to say it. Now I am only surprised that sro isn’t famous in this town. Sro is one of those places I’ll never forget and is the standard all other Japanese food will have to compete with in my mind for the rest of my life. Thank you guys so much for what you do!”
“My mom and her fiancé drove in from Gulf Shores, AL to attend my son’s (her grandson’s) college graduation from UK. I was able to book them 2 night at the Clarion for the event. After Saturday’s commencement, we wanted to celebrate. My mom and her fiancé were so impressed with Sedona Taphouse from the previous evening, that they treated us to an early dinner along with some drinks there. It was amazing from the appetizers to the drinks to the entrees. Our server was a delight, but we also had the pleasure of meeting the GM, Ben as he came over to not only check on us, but to shake my son’s hand and personally congratulate him on his achievement. He really made a big deal about his accomplishment and even went as far to pay for his meal, drinks and dessert. So unexpected! Ben went above & beyond and that food and atmosphere was outstanding. We frequent Lexington often, I’ve found my new spot for lunch or dinner. Thank you Ben!! We can’t thank you enough for making Mason’s special day even more memorable.”
“Absolutely delicious, and well worth the all-you-can-eat price!! But be warned, the rolls are HUGE, so don’t order too much at once🤣🙌🏻”
“Love centro we come out here every 4th and every opportunity we have…”
“Great atmosphere and even better company! The Sand Trap is the perfect spot to hit some golf balls with the boys. The simulators are top-notch—accurate, fast, and a blast to play on. Whether you’re working on your swing or just hanging out, the setup is awesome. Highly recommend checking it out if you’re in Lexington and love golf!”
“My go to Penn Station, I've never had a single issue and everyone there is super nice!”
“What a great experience! The food was fresh and wonderful! Great pricing for quality food.”
“Wheelchair accessibility: Although it's a tight arrival from the sidewalk, the bar is open and obstacle free, with easily accessible seating along the walls. The bathroom is open enough for a wheelchair.”
“We had the most lovely waiter who had only worked there for three weeks. The service was excellent and the food was outstanding. Highly recommend their giant meatball and the veal parmesan.”
“We were in Lexington for a concert and searched restaurants near our hotel. Nic & Norman's menu looked good, and we appreciated the photos of each menu item. We made a reservation and had the best dinner from the food to the service. Everyone we enteracted with was so genuinely kind. I had the meatloaf and my husband had the BBQ pork burger. The meatloaf was amazing and completely made in house. The atmosphere is cozy industrial with exposed brick. If you are in doubt, this is your place for dinner.”
“Truly amazing experience! Thank You Tobie for the best service I’ve had in a loooong time. Joyous and personal with so much class! Thank you Nicole for your amazing bartending skills. Not only were your selections and cocktails delicious and perfectly poured your knowledge and expertise about bourbons was excellent to experience! We had the Salmon dish, Tobie suggested sauce on the side and yes ma’am she was right! Absolutely cooked to perfection, wild flavors came through denoting fresh catch without being farm raised salmon. Grilled to the perfect peak of meat stiffness without overcooking. Such a fine line but truly the mark of a great chef! We also enjoyed the Filet with asparagus and mushrooms. Streak ordered medium rare and was exactly that! The balsamic glaze was a flavorful addition to a well cooked asparagus. The mushrooms were portioned lavishly and were a flavor explosion. We will certainly return hungry for more.”
“One of our team members says "ItalX is a gem in downtown Lex! The interior design/vibe is picturesque, the Italian food is incredible (I recommend the focaccia with whipped ricotta, the lasagna, and the tiramisu), and the drinks are also a 10/10! Perfect place for a date night or girl's night!"”
“Everything at Honeywoood is done with such beautiful intentionality, like all of a Ouita Michel’s creations. It is no accident that you feel surrounded by Kentucky history, agriculture and the arts when you enter any of her establishments. The food is no exception. While she could not possibly be in all restaurants at the same time, she selects the best team members to represent her vision and values. We loved every part of our experience at Honeywood. Food: creamy grits and polenta, slow cooked greens, risotto, local beef and quail, fresh seasonal vegetables, crispy country ham, deviled eggs stuffed with lump crab???? AND those damn sweet potato beignets!!! Never disappoint. service is top notch, without all the fanfare of a fine dining restaurant. Wine list and craft cocktails are legit. Anything goes and we felt comfortable in fancy duds and blue jeans with a T-shirt (which you can purchase in any of her places as well as her cookbook). Thank you, Ouita, and her cool a** hubby, Chris.”
“The steak, potatoes and broccoli were AMAZING! Compliments to chef Rena!! The bartender/server Tyler was really great too. Overall an awesome experience! Very happy I decided to come here for dinner.”
“Staff was wonderful! Everything that service industry staff should be. ❤️ The restaurant had just opened for lunch, they did a fantastic job of managing the lunch crowd with limited staff present.
The lunch menu is budget friendly too!
For a chain restaurant the food was significantly better than what I had expected.
I had the Wild West shrimp and a sweet tea. 🍤 🤠 👢”
“We ate at this location earlier this week and our waiter Brian Edwards was the best!!! He peeled my crab legs for me! Very pleasant young man that went above and beyond!”
“Such a an abundance of culinary offerings. all beautifully and masterfully prepared. Always an meal adventure. (Unfortunately, the owner has never addresses the fact that the 2016 bottles of Beuhler Chardonnay have started to turn. My friend and I each had a glass and I purchased the rest to take home. The glass at home confirmed the change in the wine which has been an all time favorite for years. Several month ago, I took the time and wrote to mention this fact. Even a 5 year old Chardonnay is pushing the limit. Sadly, I did not receive the respect of a response not to mention removing the stock that remained.”
“Unless we just happened to be lucky enough to order the 2 best items on the menu, this restaurant offers a host of solid options. The brisket was incredibly tender and flavorful, and the crab linguine had a wonderful variety of flavor and textures, with just the right amount of heat. Our first visit, but we will be back!”
“The desserts are wonderful, and don’t miss the full dining menu! We had the chilaquiles, tamales, tacos, and a torta. It was all fantastic. The staff was super friendly too. Don’t miss this little gem!”
“I had sushi and it was great. Fresh flavors, tight rolls, good rice. The appearance was good as well. The mango mojito or Fuji apple tini were very good with the meal. Service kept up with our drinks and food was served promptly. The atmosphere was simple for just a booth for sushi. The hibachi was much more lively and appeared worth a try seeing things from a distance.”
“best 🍣 sushi. best service. absolutely loved these ppl. the food was amazing. hands down best place I've been.”
“we had a wonderful authentic Italian dinner here tonight with great service, and I had fantastic veal picata! The service, and atmosphere made me excited to return! My highest recommendation! John Little”
“Great gas prices! The self scan option is awesome! Other retailers should follow this model to save time for shoppers. Love it!”
“Flew out of Bluegrass for the first time with my fiancé and stopped in and had the pleasure of having Matt as our bartender. Amazing service and he made us the best old fashioned in KY and gave great hiking spot recommendations for our next trip! Thanks again, Matt!”
“Very good authentic Mexican. The food is different than the traditional Mexican restaurant but great in it's own way. Best bang for your buck is the lunch and dinner buffet. This time we came in before the buffet and got our food within 10 mins. Some of it packs some heat so be sure to ask if it is spicy. Friendly staff and the owner is the sweetest. Try the in house horchata and michelada they are the best.”
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“We had dinner tonight at the bar. What a wonderful expert. Our bartender/waitress was Bethany. What a delight, so ground willing to help. Extremely knowledgeable with the menu and so happy to help us with our meal selection What a wonderful meal, the ribs, salad and potato were perfect. She was so attentive and personably, a t treat. We will be back Thanks Brittany for a wonder evening out Lance and Maryann”
“We try to go to Malone's whenever visiting Lexington. This is our favorite restaurant in the area. As usual we got the 12 oz filet, baked potato and Lexingtonian salad. Our meal was outstanding and the service was wonderful. I cannot more highly recommend this restaurant.”
“Our favorite! Food is hot, fresh and perfectly seasoned. The staff is professional and friendly. Prices are in line with other similar restaurants, but they do not compete when it comes to friendliness, cleanliness, the quality and freshness of their food. Yes, I'm a regular customer!”
“We have eaten here several times and have enjoyed our meals very much. Unfortunately, last night did not go as well. We sat in a booth where I had a clear view of the food prep area as the swinging door into the area did not close when a staff member entered. As we were waiting for our food, I watched and an employee sitting inside the door was on his phone and vaping the entire time, until he finally got up and moved out of sight. The service was slower than we have experienced in the past, seemed very disorganized. Not to mention that the metal wall next to our booth was filthy.”
“I used the Queen to cater a work function. Everything was amazing. She delivered on time food was hot and looked amazing. All our employees were so excited that I didn't get a chance to take a picture. I cannot recommend The Empanada Queen enough! I will defiantly be visiting her store front!”
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“I went here with a friend awhile ago to catch up and this was the perfect spot I love how spacious and large the area was and the upstairs has a pool table!! Depending on the day and time you go parking can be a pain it was packed when I went. You do get your own drinks and get your food when you walk through the door, they also have a bar you can sit at too as well as an outside area with a lil creek that is cute!! Overall I enjoyed the vibes here they were good :)”
“I have always had great experiences at this location and the food was great along with the service... Scott that works there is the kindest and friendliest, along with the others. I have just been going for years and Scott has always been great with our group and is a bright light in the industry :)☺️”
“My husband and I came in tonight for an early Mothers Day celebration. they were PACKED but still provide amazing service! We got seated quickly, our server was amazing, our drinks and apps came out within a few minutes, my margarita was delicious and not skimping liquor, and our food was amazing! The manager came by and we praised our experience. 10/10 would recommend.”
“We saw this place recommended online and decided to stop in late in the evening (8ish). They took our order fast and had it out crazy fast too. They had a wide selection of meats and sides and sauces. Everything was flavorful on its own without sauce, but their sauce selection was really tasty and rounded out the base seasoning really well. We had the chicken, pork, brisket, sausage, slaw, beer cheese grits, potato salad, baked beans, and mac and cheese. If we lived out here I would be back frequently for the good food, fair prices, and friendly people. Definitely recommend this place to anyone in the area.”
“This particular visit wasn't a happy one. Two of us in the party ordered biscuits and one ordered cornbread. they brought the cornbread and said it would 5 minutes for the biscuits which was no problem. The biscuits never came we asked twice and the second time she said they were out again which by this time was 30 to 40 minutes after we were told we would have them. I asked since I didn't get my biscuits if they would be removed off my bills. she commented they were free anyways. So to me I didn't get my whole meal and it was no biggy on their part. the point is if your gonna promise something follow through because heck I would have taken them to go”
“My friend and I stopped here from out of town; very impressed with both the non-vegan and vegan options. The food was EXCELLENT, staff was very friendly. Black beans, etoufeé and jambalaya were all excellent. Would come back in a heartbeat. Bellamy the travel frog gives it 5/5 frogs.”
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“Shoutout to Watan for absolutely saving the day. We had a last-minute need and they jumped in without hesitation to feed 45 of our Operation Secret Santa volunteers lunch today. That kind of generosity is rare; they didn’t just serve a yummy meal, they fueled the elves doing the work for kids in our community. Great food, great people, and a business that shows up when it matters. Oh and they sent deserts too! If you’re looking for a place to support, this is it. ❤️🎅🏿”
“Me and my wife ate here for the first time yesterday and everything was exceptional! The brisket was amazing and so was the pulled pork! We ordered mac and cheese for our sides and it was very good also. We ended up getting a rack of ribs to go and they were bursting with flavor and falling off the bone. I would highly recommend this place and the service was extremely good!”
“My husband got the catfish w/Mac and cheese and Green beans...he was over the moon.. The food was FANTASTIC!!! He raved all night. I got the jumbo wings with the same sides. Lord how mercy the food was delightful. My son got a 20 piece buffalo sauce wing meal and French fries. He wanted it again today!!! The vanilla rum cake and strawberry cake was smack yo momma good. You definitely need to try thus place out.”
“The best sushi I had in KY. Service and presentation were exquisite. A little gem in Lexington.”