DINING
Alfalfa's Restaurant
141 East Main Street • Lexington, KY 40508
859-253-0014
"Feeding vegetarians and carnivores alike with innovative and eclectic homemade eats for over 35 years!" more... mapBaoffl Wild Wings Grill & Bar
1080 South Broadway • Lexington, KY 40504
859-233-2999
Buffalo Wild Wings offers a high energy atmosphere with plenty of televisions for viewing your favorite sports events. They also feature NTN Trivia that allows you to compete against players across the nation and your own table. Indulge in their delicious starters, snacks & sides, grazin' greens, sauce-spun wings, tenders & popcorn shrimp, wraps & buffalitos, satisfying sandwiches, beefy burgers, ribs & combos and desserts. They also offer full bar service. There is another location at 3090 Todds Road. mapCheapside Bar & Grill
131 Cheapside • Lexington, KY 40507
859-254-0046
Cheapside features a Southwest-style dining room, Victorian pub, and tropical patio. more... mapdeSha's
101 North Broadway • Lexington, KY 40507
Located in Victorian Square
859-259-3771
Since 1985, deSha's has been serving a diverse American menu peppered with daily lunch and dinner specials and seasonal menu features. Their famous cream-style cornbread with honey butter has become a local tradition. more... mapFive Guys Burgers and Fries
2467 Nicholasville Rd., Suite 120 • Lexington, KY 40503
859-260-1471
Five Guys offers diners 100% all beef burgers cooked to order, fresh-cut potatoes, and an unlimited variety of toppings. more... mapTed's Montana Grill
2304 Sir Barton Way, Suite 180 • Lexington, KY 40509
859-263-5228
Ted's Montana Grill is a Classic American Grill where everything is fresh and made from scratch. They use only all-natural beef, bison and chicken. They are also in eco-friendly establishment. more... map
Asian Wind
3735 Palomar Centre Drive, #40 • Lexington, KY 40513
859-223-0060
Enjoy their soups, appetizers, chicken selections, house specials, seafood, selections from Asia & the Pacific, beef, pork, vegetarian choices, fried rice, chow mein, and kid's selections. more... map
Billy's Bar-B-Q
101 Cochran Road • Lexington, KY 40502
606-269-9593
Excellent Kentucky-style hickory pit barbecue selections and family dining atmosphere. map
Jean Farris Winery & Bistro
6825 Old Richmond Road • Lexington, KY 40515
859-263-9463
A small, family owned vineyard, winery, and bistro. The bistro offers fresh regional cuisine that focuses on the complement of the wine and food. They are open for lunch Monday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Dinner is served Monday through Sunday from 5:30 to 9 p.m. Brunch is offered on Saturday from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and Sunday from noon to 3 p.m. more... map
Bronte Bistro
161 Lexington Green Circle #B • Lexington, KY 40503
Located in the Joseph-Beth Booksellers
859-422-1429
Serves soups & salads, pizzas & pastas, sandwiches, and hot entrees for lunch and dinner. mapGarden Cafe
900 North Broadway • Lexington, KY 40505
859-252-6837
Garden Cafe at Flag Fork features sandwiches, soups and desserts featuring fresh-grown ingredients. Featuring gourmet food, dip and cake mixes as well as soups. The cafe is located in the Thomas January Cottage built circa 1800. Reservations are highly recommended. mapGood Foods Market & Café
455 Southland Drive • Lexington, KY 40503
859-278-1813
This coop cafe offers a hot buffet, sandwiches & sides, an espresso bar, and a juice & smoothie bar. more... map
Atomic Cafe
265 North Limestone • Lexington, KY 40507
Located in the Historic Downtown District
859-254-1969
The Atomic Cafe offers Caribbean-inspired dishes and reggae music in the background. The patio scene is lively when weather permits. map
Peking Bistro Chinese Restaurant
3181 Beaumont Centre Circle • Lexington, KY 40513
859-223-8788
Authentic Chinese cuisine with a casual atmosphere. mapPF Chang's China Bistro
3405 Nicholasville Road • Lexington, KY 40503
859-271-1165
P.F. Chang's cuisine includes rice, noodles, grains and dumplings, while vegetables, meat, poultry and seafood. The menu features traditional Chinese offerings and innovative dishes that illustrate the emerging influence of Southeast Asia on modern Chinese cuisine. more... map
Coffee Times Coffee House
2571 Regency Road • Lexington, KY 40503
859-277-9140 , 877-673-0577
Offers a large variety of fresh, on-site roasted arabican coffee. They also have flavored coffees, teas, accessories & gifts, hot chocolates, sandwiches, baked goodies, and desserts. more... mapCommon Grounds Coffee House
343 East High Street • Lexington, KY 40507
859-233-9761
Serving some of the finest Fair Trade Coffees, teas, cocoa's, sandwiches, and wraps. Enjoy wireless Internet, gallery showings, and live music. more... mapHoney Bean Coffee
438 Potomac Drive • Lexington, KY 40503
859-271-9100
Honey Bean Coffee features gourmet flavored coffees, regular gourmet coffee, gourmet tea or gourmet flavored teas. They are constantly on the lookout for new flavor combinations. more... mapStarbucks Coffee
325 West Main Street • Lexington, KY 40507
859-977-0525
This nationally known coffee shop provides high quality whole bean coffees, as well as fresh brewed Italian style espresso beverages, a variety of pastries, and coffee related accessories. more... map
Azur Restaurant & Patio
3070 Lakecrest Circle, Suite 550 • Lexington, KY 40513
Located in Beaumont Centre
859-296-1007
The menu includes appetizers such as gruyere fondue and lobster crepes. You also have a choice of a la carte salads. Some choice entree selections include gnocchi crimini, braised rabbit azur, roasted duck, or veal piccata. more... mapNatasha's Bistro
112 Esplanade • Lexington, KY 40507
Located Downtown
859-259-2754
This Lexington's urban bistro is winner of the downtown Lexington Corporation Urban Innovation Award. It offers flavorful international cuisine in an elegant atmosphere of a Parisian cafe. The interior space features an art gallery. A luxurious international luncheon buffet is served daily, including Sundays, and the evening menu is moderately priced. more... map
A La Lucie
159 North Limestone • Lexington, KY 40507
859-252-5277
Enjoy imaginative and eclectic continental cuisine at this restaurant that offers a menu which includes big pork chops bathed in bourbon and hot sauce, paper thin smoked salmon, and distinctive homemade potato chips. They are open Monday through Friday for lunch and dinner and open on Saturday for dinner only. A La Lucie is closed on Sunday. more... map
Giacomo's Deli
133 North Limestone • Lexington, KY 40507
859-367-0061
Enjoy taste and ambiance of a New York Delicatessen in downtown Lexington. The menu proudly features Pastrami and Corned Beef brought in from the original Carnegie Delicatessen in New York City. They also feature bagels from H&H in New York and beef brisket and fresh produce from local farmers. more... mapMagee's Bakery
726 East Main Street • Lexington, KY 40502
Located in the Chevy Chase Neighborhood
859-255-9481
Magee's Bakery has been family owned and operated since 1956. They have a wide variety of cakes, desserts, cookies, deli items, and breakfast items. They also serve some of the best coffee drinks in town. Enjoy the Wi-Fi wireless Internet connectivity. more... mapStella's Kentucky Deli
143 Jefferson Street • Lexington, KY 40507
859-255-3354
Open for breakfast and lunch, Stella's offers sandwiches, soups, salads, and desserts made in house using fresh ingredients from local farmers. more... map
Ramsey's Diner
496 East High Street • Lexington, KY 40507
859-259-2708
This is the original location and there are a few more scattered around town. Enjoy their homestyle menu of meat selections, veggie plates, sandwiches, and salads. more... map
Dish, The
438 South Ashland Avenue • Lexington, KY 40502
859-317-8438
Come and enjoy Lexington's newest fine dining establishment. Located in Chevy Chase, it offers a variety of culinary delights in an upscale eclectic atmosphere. Come by and enjoy and evening of delight inside or on the spacious patio. more... map
Le Deauville
199 North Limestone • Lexington, KY 40507
Located in the Downtown Restaurant District
Open 5:30 to 11 p.m., Monday through Saturday. Le Deauville features authentic French cuisine. Offers sidewalk dining. Reservations are encouraged. map
Marikka Restaurant & Bar
411 Southland Drive • Lexington, KY 40503
859-275-1925
Offers authentic German dishes and an extensive beer list. map
Banana Leaf
319 A South Limestone • Lexington, KY 40508
Located Near the UK Campus
859-252-9595
Banana Leaf serves authentic South Indian food, as well as Malaysian food. Every item on the menu is prepared with authentic Indian & Malaysian herbs and spice. They are closed on Tuesdays. more... mapBombay Brazier
102 West High Street • Lexington, KY 40507
Located Near the UK Campus
859-389-7107
Open for dinner Monday through Saturday. They serve spicy or mild Indian dishes and offer a full bar. map
Lyngah's Irish Pub
384 Woodland Avenue • Lexington, KY 40508
Located Near the UK Campus
859-255-1292
This Irish pub has been featured in Southern Living for having the best hamburgers in the Bluegrass. mapShamrock Bar and Grille
154 Patchen Drive • Lexington, KY 40517
859-269-7621
A great Irish pub opened in 1993. Shamrock's has a large and varied menu, including a childrens menu, that is sure to please everyone. Not only is the food great, but it is a great place to watch any of your favorite sporting events. more... map
Bella Notte
3715 Nicholasville Road • Lexington, KY 40503
859-245-1789
Bella Notte is a casual restaurant with real Italian dishes from pasta to wood-fired oven pizzas. You will also enjoy their great Tuscan peasant bread more... mapGiuseppe's Ristorante Italiano
4456 Nicholasville Road • Lexington, KY 40515
859-272-4269
Giuseppe's features traditional Italian dishes, as well as nouveau Italian, in a contemporary atmosphere. Try their homemade desserts, fresh seafood and extensive wine list. Giuseppe's also offers Live Jazz in the bar Wednesday through Saturday evenings. more... mapSophia's Italian Cafe
3191 Beaumont Centre Circle • Lexington, KY 40513
859-296-9330
This casual Italian eatery provides traditional favorites, pizza, and more. map
Kobe Stonegrill & Sushi House
3070 Lakecrest Circle, #500 • Lexington, KY 40513
859-219-2166
Stop in here for sushi selections and Japanese favorites. mapMiyako Sushi & Steak House
2547 Richmond Road • Lexington, KY 40509
859-268-0708
Miyako offers fresh sushi, tempura, and hibachi grill preparations right before your eyes. more... map
Abuelo's
3395 Nicholasville Road • Lexington, KY 40503
859-552-8695
Abuelo's offers the "flavor of Mexico" with delicious starters, salads & soups, house specialties, fajitas & combinations, enchiladas & banderillas, lunch specials, senior meals, a children's menu, signature sides and desserts. more... mapEltoro Cantina & Grill
1917 Nicholasville Road • Lexington, KY 40503
859-277-2255
A Mexican cantina and grill that includes a covered outdoor dining area. mapQdoba Mexican Grill
2630 Richmond Road • Lexington, KY 40502
859-268-6101
This casual restaurant serves delicious burritos, wraps, quesadillas and more. Everything is grilled fresh and prepared before your eyes. more... map
Chuck E. Cheese's
1555 New Circle Rd. • Lexington, KY 40509
859-268-1800
Chuck E. Cheese's offers games, rides, prizes, food, and entertainment that children of all ages will love. The entire family will enjoy their freshly baked pizzas and garden fresh salad bar. Visit for everyday fun or they can host special occasions. This is truly "where a kid can be a kid." more... mapJoe Bologna's Restaurant & Pizzeria
117 West Maxwell Street • Lexington, KY 40508
859-252-4933
Located in a historic building, Joe B's offers a menu of appetizers, dinners, luncheon specials, soups & salads, sub sandwiches, pizzas, sides, desserts, and a kid's menu. more... mapOld Chicago Pizza
1924 Pavilion Way • Lexington, KY 40509
859-977-4640
Lunch or dinner, Old Chicago has something for everyone. It features Chicago-style pizza with made-from-scratch-dough. Thin crust or deep dish, your choice. You can also order pasta, a calzone, salad, burger or sandwich. Choose from 110 beers from around the world. more... mapPuccini's Smiling Teeth Pizza
833 Chevy Chase Plaza • Lexington, KY859-269-0404
The Smiling Teeth menu specializes in innovative pizza, pasta dishes and salads prepared fresh every day. The Smiling Teeth menu also includes Italian chicken dinners, calzones, sandwiches and low-carb meals. more... map
Dudley's Restaurant
380 South Mill Street • Lexington, KY 40508
859-252-1010
The building was first opened in 1852 when it served as Dudley School. It opened its doors as a restaurant in August of 1981. The restaurant is composed of two of the original classrooms which now serve as a bar and a dining room. You will love viewing the local artists' work in the dining room or relaxing in the shade of the popular old trees in the patio area. more... map
Caddyshacks 2
3650 Boston Road • Lexington, KY 40514
Located in the Mill Pond Shopping Center
859-223-4775
A family sports bar and grill with an incredible menu selection. The kitchen is open until 11 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and midnight, Friday and Saturday. Sunday you can enjoy live music and a brunch buffet from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. They have a huge game room and full service bar. Friday and Saturday feature live entertainment. more... mapFriends & Co. Sports Bar & Grill
3130 Mapleleaf Drive, Suite 109 • Lexington, KY 40509
859-543-0122
A neighborhood sports bar with pool, darts, video games, trivia games, and all your favorite sports events. They offer weekday happy hour with drink and select appetizer specials and all day happy hour on Saturday and Sunday. Enjoy their menu of dinner entrees with barbecue ribs, a full line of philly's, burgers, chicken, soups, salads, and classics. more... map
Ketch Seafood Grill, The
2012 Regency Road • Lexington, KY 40503
859-277-5919
Visit The Ketch for seafood & pasta, items from the grill, daily specials, and a kid's menu. more... mapRegatta Seafood Restaurant
161 Lexington Green Circle • Lexington, KY 40503
859-273-7875
Since 1994, Regatta Seafood Grille has served a wide variety of fresh seafood. They have 11 varieties of fresh fish, shrimp, scallops, oysters, king crab legs, live Maine lobster, and lobster tails. more... map
Merrick Inn
1074 Merrick Drive • Lexington, KY 40502
859-269-5417
Merrick Inn is located in the manor house of Merrick Place; for years, one of the finest thoroughbred farms in the Bluegrass region. Diners will enjoy signature southern cuisine and innovative American dishes. Dinner is served Monday through Thursday 5:30 to 10 p.m. and until 10:30 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays. Enjoy cocktails in the lounge after dinner. As weather permits, enjoy lighter fare and entertainment on weekends in the patio area. more... mapMurrays' Restaurant
3955 Harrodsburg Road • Lexington, KY 40513
859-219-9922
Offers casual fine dining on world-class Southern cuisine with affordable selections, comfortable bar areas, patios, and weekend entertainment. more... map
Malone's Steakhouse
3347 Tates Creek Road • Lexington, KY 40502
859-335-6500
Malone's Steakhouse is an excellent restaurant that is a must for anyone living or visiting Lexington. They are known for their steaks but also offer an extensive wine list, seafood dishes, burgers, pastas, salads, sandwiches and more. Private dining is also available. There are two other Lexington locations: 1920 Pleasant Ridge Drive and 3735 Palomar Centre Drive. more... map
Greentree Tea Room
521 West Short Street • Lexington, KY 40507
859-455-9660
The Greentree Tearoom serves luncheon tea at noon Wednesday through Saturday, and also at 3 p.m on Saturday, or by appointment. Reservations are needed. The Greentree Tearoom is available for special occasions. more... map
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