Sidney + Austin’s guidebook (South Side)
Coffee
Definitely one of Lexington's local gems, with both vegan and vegetarian options. With inside and outside seating options find the perfect spot to take in the Lexington charm. We recommend the grilled cheese.
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Broomwagon Bikes + Cafe
800 N LimestoneDefinitely one of Lexington's local gems, with both vegan and vegetarian options. With inside and outside seating options find the perfect spot to take in the Lexington charm. We recommend the grilled cheese.
Donuts! Donuts! Donuts! Can't go wrong with the seasonal treats, plus vegan donuts and gluten-free on Fridays. Check out their Insta to see their latest creation. We recommend washing it down with a pour-over or cold brew
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North Lime Coffee & Donuts
101 W Loudon AveDonuts! Donuts! Donuts! Can't go wrong with the seasonal treats, plus vegan donuts and gluten-free on Fridays. Check out their Insta to see their latest creation. We recommend washing it down with a pour-over or cold brew
A collision of coffee, culture, art, and botany in a cozy 1 story house. We recommend trying one of their seasonal creations and a scone!
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Third Street Stuff
257 N LimestoneA collision of coffee, culture, art, and botany in a cozy 1 story house. We recommend trying one of their seasonal creations and a scone!
One of Lexington's gems. They roast their own beans through their sister company, feature local artists, and connect with the local community. We honestly recommend everything!
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A Cup Of Common Wealth
105 Eastern AveOne of Lexington's gems. They roast their own beans through their sister company, feature local artists, and connect with the local community. We honestly recommend everything!
Manchester coffee is a breath of fresh air. If you enjoy a clean aesthetic this is a place where you can set up and enjoy the vibes. Can't go wrong with their hot Chai.
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Manchester Coffee Co.
903 Manchester StManchester coffee is a breath of fresh air. If you enjoy a clean aesthetic this is a place where you can set up and enjoy the vibes. Can't go wrong with their hot Chai.
If you're a fan of Harry Potter make sure to stop by and try the Butter Brew, we recommend adding a shot of espresso.
The Creatures' Cauldron Cafe
128 North BroadwayIf you're a fan of Harry Potter make sure to stop by and try the Butter Brew, we recommend adding a shot of espresso.
Excellent food and coffee with stellar service! They have a large menu with something for everyone. Make sure to get the homemade whipped cream.
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High on Art & Coffee
523 E High StExcellent food and coffee with stellar service! They have a large menu with something for everyone. Make sure to get the homemade whipped cream.
You can get both coffee and non-caffeinated options. The staff is unbelievably kind and helpful. We recommend getting the flight of three with the honey bear, lavender white chocolate, and barista's choice. They have never let us down!
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Chocolate Holler
400 Old Vine StYou can get both coffee and non-caffeinated options. The staff is unbelievably kind and helpful. We recommend getting the flight of three with the honey bear, lavender white chocolate, and barista's choice. They have never let us down!
Great vibes and even better coffee. One of the rare places where you can get both good hot black and iced coffee. The foods really good too!
Java Jukebox
640 West Maxwell StreetGreat vibes and even better coffee. One of the rare places where you can get both good hot black and iced coffee. The foods really good too!
If you’re looking for atmosphere look no further. A great option if you don’t like super sweet drinks. Try their lavender honey late or get one of their hot teas with a beautiful clear steeping teapot.
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Brevede Coffee Co.
1170 Manchester StIf you’re looking for atmosphere look no further. A great option if you don’t like super sweet drinks. Try their lavender honey late or get one of their hot teas with a beautiful clear steeping teapot.
New on the coffee scene, this hideaway gives plenty of options to find your favorite cup of coffee.
Nate's Coffee Hideaway
200 West Main StreetNew on the coffee scene, this hideaway gives plenty of options to find your favorite cup of coffee.
Kenwick table as it all! You can't go wrong with any of their coffees, especially paired with their
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Kenwick Table
201 Owsley AvenueKenwick table as it all! You can't go wrong with any of their coffees, especially paired with their
This is a drive-through coffee stand, with no indoor seating. We recommend the Mexi Mocha!
The Human Bean
1946 Harrodsburg RdThis is a drive-through coffee stand, with no indoor seating. We recommend the Mexi Mocha!
Austin and I met in Coffee times! You really can't go wrong with coffee times, a super cute store connected to the cafe with countless eclectic finds, or stock up on their delicious wall of loose-leaf teas! We recommend the Bingo Berry.
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Coffee Times Coffee House
2571 Regency RdAustin and I met in Coffee times! You really can't go wrong with coffee times, a super cute store connected to the cafe with countless eclectic finds, or stock up on their delicious wall of loose-leaf teas! We recommend the Bingo Berry.
We can't decide which is better, the coffee, pastries or cakes--you may just have to order all three! We recommend a slice of the Hazelnut Praline or Princess cake.
European Delights Bakery
221 E Brannon RdWe can't decide which is better, the coffee, pastries or cakes--you may just have to order all three! We recommend a slice of the Hazelnut Praline or Princess cake.
Check out this old-fashioned bakery with old-timey charms. Make sure to get t here early, if you wait too late you'll miss out because once the donuts are gone they lock the doors and go home! Count on waiting in line because everyone else will be there too. Their classics are great or try their 8-piece sampler if you can't decide.
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Spalding's Bakery
760 Winchester RdCheck out this old-fashioned bakery with old-timey charms. Make sure to get t here early, if you wait too late you'll miss out because once the donuts are gone they lock the doors and go home! Count on waiting in line because everyone else will be there too. Their classics are great or try their 8-piece sampler if you can't decide.
Sweet secrets! This place is a Lexington gem, a hidden treasure. You can't go wrong with their scones or breakfast sandwiches.
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Martine's Pastries
400 E Third StSweet secrets! This place is a Lexington gem, a hidden treasure. You can't go wrong with their scones or breakfast sandwiches.
Hands down the best Boba Shop in town! We love the Carmel bubble milk tea with Konjac Boba add Konjac Jelly and the Mango and Passionfruit Green Tea. They pair great with the meat floss and seaweed bubble waffle or Tako Yaki.
TSAOCHA
1080 South BroadwayHands down the best Boba Shop in town! We love the Carmel bubble milk tea with Konjac Boba add Konjac Jelly and the Mango and Passionfruit Green Tea. They pair great with the meat floss and seaweed bubble waffle or Tako Yaki.
Breakfast
Great food, good atmosphere. They have both breakfast and lunch! They make all of their bread and pastries in-house. You absolutely have to try their pecan caramel cinnamon rolls. You also can't go wrong with the southern eggs benedict or orange marmalade chicken sandwich and the pimento cheese chicken sandwich. Don't forget to sample the free bread and orange marmalade while you wait for your food.
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DV8 Kitchen - East End
594 E Third StGreat food, good atmosphere. They have both breakfast and lunch! They make all of their bread and pastries in-house. You absolutely have to try their pecan caramel cinnamon rolls. You also can't go wrong with the southern eggs benedict or orange marmalade chicken sandwich and the pimento cheese chicken sandwich. Don't forget to sample the free bread and orange marmalade while you wait for your food.
Really unique food options in a charming little place. With both vegan and vegetarian options, there's something for everyone. Definitely make sure to order a bourbon coffee.
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Stella's Kentucky Deli
143 Jefferson StReally unique food options in a charming little place. With both vegan and vegetarian options, there's something for everyone. Definitely make sure to order a bourbon coffee.
A great little spot with amazing bagel sandwiches. Bagels are even made from local organic flour.
Great Bagel & Bakery
550 South Limestone A great little spot with amazing bagel sandwiches. Bagels are even made from local organic flour.
A treasured brunch spot. Make sure to order the beignets and the shrimp and grits.
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doodles breakfast and lunch
262 N LimestoneA treasured brunch spot. Make sure to order the beignets and the shrimp and grits.
With delicious pastries, bread, bagels, and sandwiches, good luck trying to pick only one item!
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Sunrise Bakery
111 W Main StWith delicious pastries, bread, bagels, and sandwiches, good luck trying to pick only one item!
This breakfast spot really has something for everyone. With plenty of healthy options choose from one of their fresh juices or low-cal omelets. Or chuck the calorie counting and splurge for an eggs benedict.
First Watch
2251 War Admiral WayThis breakfast spot really has something for everyone. With plenty of healthy options choose from one of their fresh juices or low-cal omelets. Or chuck the calorie counting and splurge for an eggs benedict.
Magee's is the definition of Lexington Local, they first opened their doors in 1956. There's no shocker of why they've stayed open so long. I can't go long without stopping in for a chocolate croissant. Their donuts are something special and any of their breakfast sandwiches on a croissant will instantly make your day.
Magee's Bakery
414 Market Square DriveMagee's is the definition of Lexington Local, they first opened their doors in 1956. There's no shocker of why they've stayed open so long. I can't go long without stopping in for a chocolate croissant. Their donuts are something special and any of their breakfast sandwiches on a croissant will instantly make your day.
A little something for everyone with a gluten-free menu! Definitely try the breakfast tots with Huevos Rancheros or Kalamity Katie's Border Benedict
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Wild Eggs
3735 Palomar Centre DrA little something for everyone with a gluten-free menu! Definitely try the breakfast tots with Huevos Rancheros or Kalamity Katie's Border Benedict
*SAT & SUN ONLY- NEED RESERVATION (Typically a few weeks out)*
Hands down the best brunch in Lexington. Come hungry because the portions are huge and everything is delicious. We love the eggs benedict, but you really can't make a wrong choice at this place.
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Carson's Food & Drink
362 E Main St*SAT & SUN ONLY- NEED RESERVATION (Typically a few weeks out)*
Hands down the best brunch in Lexington. Come hungry because the portions are huge and everything is delicious. We love the eggs benedict, but you really can't make a wrong choice at this place.
With such an extensive menu you really can't go wrong with any of these breakfast choices.
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Lexington Diner
841 Lane Allen RdWith such an extensive menu you really can't go wrong with any of these breakfast choices.
This is one of our all-time favorites. The atmosphere is one of a kind, we love the relaxing chill vibe. Always good service, excellent beer selection, and the food is fantastic. We recommend the hot pepper cheese bites. Extra comfy in the winter!
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Charlie Brown's Restaurant
816 Euclid AveThis is one of our all-time favorites. The atmosphere is one of a kind, we love the relaxing chill vibe. Always good service, excellent beer selection, and the food is fantastic. We recommend the hot pepper cheese bites. Extra comfy in the winter!
Dinner- Casual
This place has a really cool vibe and happens to be an Ouita Michel restaurant, with a small distillery in the back. We recommend the Shrimp Po Boy with extra sauce. They have a large variety of bears on tap and always help you find the perfect one, with several local options.
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Smithtown Seafood
501 W 6th StThis place has a really cool vibe and happens to be an Ouita Michel restaurant, with a small distillery in the back. We recommend the Shrimp Po Boy with extra sauce. They have a large variety of bears on tap and always help you find the perfect one, with several local options.
Fun restaurant with great Peruvian fusion. Try the house-made hot sauce, tacos are exquisite, and the smoked Mac and Cheese is dangerous. Make sure to pair it with a cocktail!
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Corto Lima
101 W Short StFun restaurant with great Peruvian fusion. Try the house-made hot sauce, tacos are exquisite, and the smoked Mac and Cheese is dangerous. Make sure to pair it with a cocktail!
This place is special. The culinary staff knows what they're doing, they change the menu often, which really keeps things fresh. The wait staff is super helpful with recommendations and attentive. We recommend the smoked Salmon.
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County Club Restaurant
555 Jefferson StThis place is special. The culinary staff knows what they're doing, they change the menu often, which really keeps things fresh. The wait staff is super helpful with recommendations and attentive. We recommend the smoked Salmon.
Great pizza, nearly 40 bears on draft with local options and music! (Music is Loud)
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Pies & Pints - Lexington, KY
401 W Main StGreat pizza, nearly 40 bears on draft with local options and music! (Music is Loud)
Local to Lexington, great food options! We love the Argentian Steak Pizza and Bear Cheese Nachos.
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Saul Good
3801 Mall RdLocal to Lexington, great food options! We love the Argentian Steak Pizza and Bear Cheese Nachos.
This is a really unique pizza spot, with sourdough crust and fun topping as well as vegan options. Bagels on Saturdays! Their muscles are great as well.
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Pearl's
133 N LimestoneThis is a really unique pizza spot, with sourdough crust and fun topping as well as vegan options. Bagels on Saturdays! Their muscles are great as well.
Really fun spot with huge New York-style slices, and a fully stocked bar. Inside seating with awesome outside seating as well. It's in the heart of the distillery district so you can walk to a few bars and Crank and Boom Ice Cream.
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Goodfellas Distillery
1228 Manchester StreetReally fun spot with huge New York-style slices, and a fully stocked bar. Inside seating with awesome outside seating as well. It's in the heart of the distillery district so you can walk to a few bars and Crank and Boom Ice Cream.
With both Tex Mex and Authentic Mexican, their extensive menu has something for everyone. We recommend the Fajita Nachos or Seafood Burrito. You can't go wrong with their margaritas or Voodoo Juice.
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Mi Pequena Hacienda
3501 Lansdowne DrWith both Tex Mex and Authentic Mexican, their extensive menu has something for everyone. We recommend the Fajita Nachos or Seafood Burrito. You can't go wrong with their margaritas or Voodoo Juice.
This place is a bit of a secret, you walk into a forest oasis and forget you're in the heart of Lexington. In the summer their greenhouse is full of blooms and in the fall you can cozy up to the wood fireplace. Their menu is limited but delicious. The sparkling lemonade is a personal favorite, they have wine and beer, definitely grab a pretzel with beer cheese. Kids and dogs are welcome!
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Kentucky Native Café
417 E Maxwell StThis place is a bit of a secret, you walk into a forest oasis and forget you're in the heart of Lexington. In the summer their greenhouse is full of blooms and in the fall you can cozy up to the wood fireplace. Their menu is limited but delicious. The sparkling lemonade is a personal favorite, they have wine and beer, definitely grab a pretzel with beer cheese. Kids and dogs are welcome!
Woodfire pizza and a fully stocked bar with many of the Local Brews and music!
The wood fire gives the pizza an amazing crust and the Roasted Veggie Platter is exceptional. The cherry on top is how the restaurant supports other local restaurants, the brisket is from Blue Door Barbecue and the sausage is from Marksbury Farms just to name a couple.
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PieTana
210 Rosemont GardenWoodfire pizza and a fully stocked bar with many of the Local Brews and music!
The wood fire gives the pizza an amazing crust and the Roasted Veggie Platter is exceptional. The cherry on top is how the restaurant supports other local restaurants, the brisket is from Blue Door Barbecue and the sausage is from Marksbury Farms just to name a couple.
Winchell's is loved by many locals. A great place to watch a game, or have dinner with the family. You really can't go wrong with anything on the menu, make sure to order some of their homemade chips.
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Winchell's Restaurant & Bar
348 Southland DrWinchell's is loved by many locals. A great place to watch a game, or have dinner with the family. You really can't go wrong with anything on the menu, make sure to order some of their homemade chips.
This is a classic Lexington restaurant, with real home-cooked food, our grandparents love it! Feel like a real local and order a Hot Brown.
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Ramsey's Diner Tates Creek
4053 Tates Creek Centre DrThis is a classic Lexington restaurant, with real home-cooked food, our grandparents love it! Feel like a real local and order a Hot Brown.
Classic Tex Mex. Can't really go wrong with anything on the menu, we recommend ordering a margarita to wash it down with!
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El Toro Mexican Restaurant
1917 Nicholasville RdClassic Tex Mex. Can't really go wrong with anything on the menu, we recommend ordering a margarita to wash it down with!
Fresh and light, pair your entree with hummus and pita and end with some Baklava!
Taziki's Mediterranean Cafe
117 Southland DrFresh and light, pair your entree with hummus and pita and end with some Baklava!
American food means you can have a little of everything, burgers, wings, and Pizza. We recommend their deep dish pizza, the bottom has an amazing crunch. You can't leave without trying one of their famous pizookies, (Tuesdays are half-off pizookies).
BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse
3297 Nicholasville RdAmerican food means you can have a little of everything, burgers, wings, and Pizza. We recommend their deep dish pizza, the bottom has an amazing crunch. You can't leave without trying one of their famous pizookies, (Tuesdays are half-off pizookies).
Lexington has surprisingly good sushi and this is one of our favorite spots. Start off with a Kani salad and try to pick some rolls from their extensive menu. We always get the Rainbow Roll and Red Lobster roll. They have both cooked and uncooked options.
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Osaka Japanese Restaurant
3805 Dylan PlLexington has surprisingly good sushi and this is one of our favorite spots. Start off with a Kani salad and try to pick some rolls from their extensive menu. We always get the Rainbow Roll and Red Lobster roll. They have both cooked and uncooked options.
The best Korean in Lexington! The Bib Ibop and spicy pork are excellent, as well as the dumplings and everything else really. Extremely friendly owner, you'll definitely get the most "homey" experience.
*Good idea to call ahead for a reservation, but not required.
JY Kitchen
1006 Delaware AvenueThe best Korean in Lexington! The Bib Ibop and spicy pork are excellent, as well as the dumplings and everything else really. Extremely friendly owner, you'll definitely get the most "homey" experience.
*Good idea to call ahead for a reservation, but not required.
Calling all Brisket lovers, this is the best BBQ in town! When it's gone--it's gone. Lines are long and seating is limited. We suggest calling ahead with your order, grab a table if there's one open or take it to go and find a picnic table at Woodland park.
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Blue Door Smokehouse
226 Walton AveCalling all Brisket lovers, this is the best BBQ in town! When it's gone--it's gone. Lines are long and seating is limited. We suggest calling ahead with your order, grab a table if there's one open or take it to go and find a picnic table at Woodland park.
You really can't go wrong here. We love the tacos. The daily and weekly drink specials are great too!
*There are two locations so check and see which spot works best for your day.
El Cid
701 National AvenueYou really can't go wrong here. We love the tacos. The daily and weekly drink specials are great too!
*There are two locations so check and see which spot works best for your day.
Hole in the Wall
This is a great spot for Thai food. There's no indoor seating, you can walk down to triangle park for lots of open seating. They have a special each day and when they run out, they run out. We recommend the Pad Thai and Kobe beef and basil
NAT'S
111 South Upper StreetThis is a great spot for Thai food. There's no indoor seating, you can walk down to triangle park for lots of open seating. They have a special each day and when they run out, they run out. We recommend the Pad Thai and Kobe beef and basil
This is our absolute favorite authentic Mexican spot! They were voted the Nations's 2nd best burrito. We recommend the steak burrito, steak quesadilla, and carnitas tacos.
If you managed to save some room walk to the bakery across the street for some Mexican pastries.
Tortilleria Y Taqueria Ramirez
1429 Alexandria DrThis is our absolute favorite authentic Mexican spot! They were voted the Nations's 2nd best burrito. We recommend the steak burrito, steak quesadilla, and carnitas tacos.
If you managed to save some room walk to the bakery across the street for some Mexican pastries.
Hawaiian BBQ is a must-try! Their Katsu Pork, Kalua Pork, and Hawaiian fries are all amazing.
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Big Kahuna Hawaiian BBQ
904 Liberty RoadHawaiian BBQ is a must-try! Their Katsu Pork, Kalua Pork, and Hawaiian fries are all amazing.
This is actually a Caribbean grocery store with a window in the back to order food. The jollof rice is full of flavor, love the plantains oxtail, and curried goat.
*no seating
AFRICA & CARIBBEAN CUISINE
1315 Winchester RoadThis is actually a Caribbean grocery store with a window in the back to order food. The jollof rice is full of flavor, love the plantains oxtail, and curried goat.
*no seating
*Closed in the summer, check online for hours* Our favorite Mediterranean spot! Their lunch special is one of the best deals in town. Make sure to try the Shwarma Beef and Shwarma Chicken, and also get extra white sauce!
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Sahara Mediterranean Cuisine
3061 Fieldstone Way*Closed in the summer, check online for hours* Our favorite Mediterranean spot! Their lunch special is one of the best deals in town. Make sure to try the Shwarma Beef and Shwarma Chicken, and also get extra white sauce!
This is one of our all-time favorites. The atmosphere is one of a kind, we love the relaxing chill vibe. Always good service, excellent beer selection, and the food is fantastic. We recommend the hot pepper cheese bites. Extra comfy in the winter!
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Charlie Brown's Restaurant
816 Euclid AveThis is one of our all-time favorites. The atmosphere is one of a kind, we love the relaxing chill vibe. Always good service, excellent beer selection, and the food is fantastic. We recommend the hot pepper cheese bites. Extra comfy in the winter!
This is a great local spot for brunch and lunch. Get there early to avoid the line. And know it’s gonna take a hot minute to make your food - but it's definitely worth it. We recommend the huevos rancheros and hot dog (trust us).
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Minton's
760 N LimestoneThis is a great local spot for brunch and lunch. Get there early to avoid the line. And know it’s gonna take a hot minute to make your food - but it's definitely worth it. We recommend the huevos rancheros and hot dog (trust us).
In the back of the Arcadium is a treasure of a restaurant. The chef creates a new menu every week using fresh and local ingredients.
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favor
574 North LimestoneIn the back of the Arcadium is a treasure of a restaurant. The chef creates a new menu every week using fresh and local ingredients.
This is a spot for the vibes. Take a back road to get to this gem out in the country. They have amazing gourmet hotdogs, beer, and delicious waffle fries. Their outdoor seating is dog friendly.
*The service is not always stellar, but the food is.
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Boonedogs Bar & Restaurant
5902 Old Richmond RoadThis is a spot for the vibes. Take a back road to get to this gem out in the country. They have amazing gourmet hotdogs, beer, and delicious waffle fries. Their outdoor seating is dog friendly.
*The service is not always stellar, but the food is.
Dinner (may need a reservation)
This restaurant is a treat. The drinks are always great and the service is fantastic. The servers are very knowledgeable, we recommend asking them for suggestions.
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Coles 735 Main
735 E Main StThis restaurant is a treat. The drinks are always great and the service is fantastic. The servers are very knowledgeable, we recommend asking them for suggestions.
Stop by for brunch or dinner! They have small plates and entrees. Their crab cakes are fantastic, the basil aioli is superb and the Tallo fries are the best in town, plus a great bourbon selection.
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Epping's on Eastside
264 Walton AveStop by for brunch or dinner! They have small plates and entrees. Their crab cakes are fantastic, the basil aioli is superb and the Tallo fries are the best in town, plus a great bourbon selection.
Carson's is a local staple. The food is great, the atmosphere is great, the drinks are great and the service is great. What more can you ask for? We would give recommendations, but we would just end up writing the entire menu.
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Carson's Food & Drink
362 E Main StCarson's is a local staple. The food is great, the atmosphere is great, the drinks are great and the service is great. What more can you ask for? We would give recommendations, but we would just end up writing the entire menu.
On the ground floor of a hotel this unique restaurant is known for its artwork. The cocktails are great, we recommend going with the serves suggestions.
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Lockbox
167 W Main StOn the ground floor of a hotel this unique restaurant is known for its artwork. The cocktails are great, we recommend going with the serves suggestions.
Tony's is one of the best steak houses in Lexington and the service is unparalleled. Of course, we recommend the steak plus the goat cheese mac and cheese and crab cakes. Their drinks are fantastic and make sure to finish the night with the creme brulee.
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Tony's of Lexington
401 W Main StTony's is one of the best steak houses in Lexington and the service is unparalleled. Of course, we recommend the steak plus the goat cheese mac and cheese and crab cakes. Their drinks are fantastic and make sure to finish the night with the creme brulee.
The other best steak house in Lexington. Of course, make sure to get the steak, we also recommend the lobster mac n cheese, fatty tuna, and seafood tower.
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Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse - Lexington
101 W Vine StThe other best steak house in Lexington. Of course, make sure to get the steak, we also recommend the lobster mac n cheese, fatty tuna, and seafood tower.
Where’s the Michelin star? This place is that good. The meatballs, the fried chicken, the smoked chicken, the dry-rubbed filet, the dessert: everything is not just delicious, it is all memorably delicious. Plus the service is top-notch.
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Distilled at The Sire
157 Jefferson StWhere’s the Michelin star? This place is that good. The meatballs, the fried chicken, the smoked chicken, the dry-rubbed filet, the dessert: everything is not just delicious, it is all memorably delicious. Plus the service is top-notch.
The Chef knows what they're doing at this place. We recommend the Chefs special and recommended wine pairing. The Chef knows what they're doing at this place. We recommend the Chefs special and recommended wine pairing.
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Dudley's On Short
259 W Short StThe Chef knows what they're doing at this place. We recommend the Chefs special and recommended wine pairing. The Chef knows what they're doing at this place. We recommend the Chefs special and recommended wine pairing.
Another great steak place! This place has great ambiance, flavors, service, and drinks. What more do you need?
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The Blue Heron Steakhouse
185 Jefferson StreetAnother great steak place! This place has great ambiance, flavors, service, and drinks. What more do you need?
One of the few rooftop venues this spot has awesome views of downtown, modern setting, and really good food.
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Infinity: A Skybar & Cafe
150 West Main StreetOne of the few rooftop venues this spot has awesome views of downtown, modern setting, and really good food.
The best sushi in town! You really can't go wrong, but we of course have a few favorites. Make sure to try the lobster Ceviche, kani salad, sex on the beach roll, triple crown roll, and bluefin lovers roll. If you're up for it definitely order the Omakase set! Whatever you order make sure to finish the meal with the Japanese green tea crapes.
Omakase Sushi & Sake Bar
848 East High StreetThe best sushi in town! You really can't go wrong, but we of course have a few favorites. Make sure to try the lobster Ceviche, kani salad, sex on the beach roll, triple crown roll, and bluefin lovers roll. If you're up for it definitely order the Omakase set! Whatever you order make sure to finish the meal with the Japanese green tea crapes.
Ouita Michel has several restaurants in Lexington and they are loved by all in Lexington. There is a great range on the menu, from great burgers to delicious shrimp and grits, definitely make sure to save some room for their fantastic pies.
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Honeywood Restaurant
110 Summit At Fritz FarmOuita Michel has several restaurants in Lexington and they are loved by all in Lexington. There is a great range on the menu, from great burgers to delicious shrimp and grits, definitely make sure to save some room for their fantastic pies.
Another Ouita Michel restaurant, this classy spot is worth the drive. Choose from the set menu, a four or seven-course dinner with the suggested wine pairings. The service is top notch and the restaurant itself is in a historic home to add the charm.
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Holly Hill Inn
426 N Winter StAnother Ouita Michel restaurant, this classy spot is worth the drive. Choose from the set menu, a four or seven-course dinner with the suggested wine pairings. The service is top notch and the restaurant itself is in a historic home to add the charm.
Breweries and Pubs
This spot has craft beer with unique flavors and great taste, friendly service, and a fun space!
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Rock House Brewing
119 Luigart CtThis spot has craft beer with unique flavors and great taste, friendly service, and a fun space!
The oldest brewery in town! We recommend getting the flight so you can try a bit of everything.
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West Sixth Brewing
501 W 6th StThe oldest brewery in town! We recommend getting the flight so you can try a bit of everything.
Indoor and outdoor seating and dog friendly. We recommend the stouts and the house-made brews!
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Mirror Twin Brewing
725 National AveIndoor and outdoor seating and dog friendly. We recommend the stouts and the house-made brews!
Their Hefeweizen is great, we also love the peanut butter stout, tastes like dessert and their strawberry milkshake IPA is divine. They are onto something great with the crafted cocktails using their brews!
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Blue Stallion Brewing Co.
610 W 3rd StTheir Hefeweizen is great, we also love the peanut butter stout, tastes like dessert and their strawberry milkshake IPA is divine. They are onto something great with the crafted cocktails using their brews!
Great local beer, friendly staff, and really inviting outdoor space/patio. They serve a limited menu of bar food on a daily basis and food trucks on busier days. Great place to hang out.
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Country Boy Brewing
436 Chair AveGreat local beer, friendly staff, and really inviting outdoor space/patio. They serve a limited menu of bar food on a daily basis and food trucks on busier days. Great place to hang out.
Town Branch Distillery
401 Cross StWe recommend the tour and tasting!
Arcadium Bar
574 N LimestoneThey have an amazing Bloody Mary bar on Sundays.
This spot has a great hometown bar feel. We love the wings and sweet potato fries.
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Al's Bar
601 N LimestoneThis spot has a great hometown bar feel. We love the wings and sweet potato fries.
Amazing wine list, and fun to pair with their chocolate wall. They also have great mixed drinks, we love the Caliente margita
The Breeze Wine Bar
Amazing wine list, and fun to pair with their chocolate wall. They also have great mixed drinks, we love the Caliente margita
McCarthy’s is definitely the quintessential Irish bar in town. Fun atmosphere for game-watching or just socializing.
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McCarthy's Irish Bar
117 S Upper StMcCarthy’s is definitely the quintessential Irish bar in town. Fun atmosphere for game-watching or just socializing.
Marikka's is one of our favorite spots to hang out, they have one of the largest selections of beer, draft, imported, domestic, wine, and mixed drinks. They have several sand volleyball courts both inside and out, unless there's a tournament it's pick-up style and no judgment. They also have darts, pool tables, foosball tables, and more.
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Marikka's Restaurant & Bier Stube
411 Southland DrMarikka's is one of our favorite spots to hang out, they have one of the largest selections of beer, draft, imported, domestic, wine, and mixed drinks. They have several sand volleyball courts both inside and out, unless there's a tournament it's pick-up style and no judgment. They also have darts, pool tables, foosball tables, and more.
The burl arcade is a throwback! 80s and 90s arcade games, a wall of pinball machines, ski ball, and guitar hero. There is a coin machine, we recommend bringing cash.
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The Burl
375 Thompson RdThe burl arcade is a throwback! 80s and 90s arcade games, a wall of pinball machines, ski ball, and guitar hero. There is a coin machine, we recommend bringing cash.
Further Away Recommendations -Restuarants
Another Ouita Michel restaurant with an amazing view! This place is special, it's farm to table, which makes everything taste fresh. We love the shrimp po boy, but you really can't go wrong here.
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Windy Corner Market
4595 Bryan Station RdAnother Ouita Michel restaurant with an amazing view! This place is special, it's farm to table, which makes everything taste fresh. We love the shrimp po boy, but you really can't go wrong here.
Great sandwiches and baked goods in a historic building. This restaurant is off the beaten place, but the drive through Lexington horse country is a treat of its own. Guy Fieri named their Brown Bourbon burger the top 5 he's ever had.
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Wallace Station Deli and Bakery
3854 Old Frankfort PikeGreat sandwiches and baked goods in a historic building. This restaurant is off the beaten place, but the drive through Lexington horse country is a treat of its own. Guy Fieri named their Brown Bourbon burger the top 5 he's ever had.
The restaurant is located right on the river and has a large outdoor seating area. Most of the times we've gone there's live music too which has been lots of fun! The food is a classic barbecue and is on par with other BBQ places in town, we also really like the crawfish etouffee.
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Proud Mary BBQ
9079 Old Richmond RdThe restaurant is located right on the river and has a large outdoor seating area. Most of the times we've gone there's live music too which has been lots of fun! The food is a classic barbecue and is on par with other BBQ places in town, we also really like the crawfish etouffee.