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Classic diner food, with a twist!
Don’t be deceived by its outward appearance – within the drugstore lies one of Lexingtons best kept secrets! Keep your eyes peeled for frequent customers Joe B. Hall, John Calipari, and other notable UK coaches and players.
Wheeler Pharmacy
336 Romany RdClassic diner food, with a twist!
Don’t be deceived by its outward appearance – within the drugstore lies one of Lexingtons best kept secrets! Keep your eyes peeled for frequent customers Joe B. Hall, John Calipari, and other notable UK coaches and players.
A Southern brunch with all the fixins. Order the goetta. Thank me later.
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Einheimische empfehlenJosie's Restaurant
821 Chevy Chase Place17
Einheimische empfehlenA Southern brunch with all the fixins. Order the goetta. Thank me later.
Fresh out of the oven. Leaves all other donuts in the dust. Believe it.
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Einheimische empfehlenNorth Lime Coffee & Donuts
575 North Limestone34
Einheimische empfehlenFresh out of the oven. Leaves all other donuts in the dust. Believe it.
The best BBQ in the tri-county area. It might not look like much, but don't be mistaken: This place is the real deal. Go early or they'll be sold out of the brisket!
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Einheimische empfehlenBlue Door Smokehouse
226 Walton Avenue10
Einheimische empfehlenThe best BBQ in the tri-county area. It might not look like much, but don't be mistaken: This place is the real deal. Go early or they'll be sold out of the brisket!
The best meal in the city, hands down. Make a reservation, especially for brunch or dinner!
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Einheimische empfehlenCarson's Food & Drink
362 E Main St32
Einheimische empfehlenThe best meal in the city, hands down. Make a reservation, especially for brunch or dinner!
Sports bar atmosphere with great food. Splurge and get the waffle fries, or better yet, the Irish nachos!
Shamrock Bar & Grille
154 Patchen DrSports bar atmosphere with great food. Splurge and get the waffle fries, or better yet, the Irish nachos!
BabyCakes Cupcakes
1616 Liberty RoadMELT IN YOUR MOUTH. Look no further. Nirvana.
Crank & Boom Ice Cream Lounge
1210 Manchester Street21
Einheimische empfehlenCraft ice cream that is OUT OF THIS WORLD
Beautiful drive, no further than driving to the south side of Lexington, plus it's located in a historic ice house (awesome). Enjoy a short walk to My Old Kentucky Foam or a short drive to Country Boy's Georgetown location.
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Einheimische empfehlenLocal Feed
214 S Water St10
Einheimische empfehlenBeautiful drive, no further than driving to the south side of Lexington, plus it's located in a historic ice house (awesome). Enjoy a short walk to My Old Kentucky Foam or a short drive to Country Boy's Georgetown location.
Don't pass on the Griff Burger, or any seasonal side item, for that matter
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Einheimische empfehlenStella's Kentucky Deli
143 Jefferson St35
Einheimische empfehlenDon't pass on the Griff Burger, or any seasonal side item, for that matter
The best bottomless mimosa brunch. On Saturday and Sunday get there right as they open or you’ll be waiting
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Einheimische empfehlenCounty Club Restaurant
555 Jefferson Street35
Einheimische empfehlenThe best bottomless mimosa brunch. On Saturday and Sunday get there right as they open or you’ll be waiting
The best burger in downtown Lexington since 1985. Strike up a conversation with the owner, Jim (he’s always there), and don’t skimp on the baked potato and chili bar!
Sawyer's Downtown
325 W Main StThe best burger in downtown Lexington since 1985. Strike up a conversation with the owner, Jim (he’s always there), and don’t skimp on the baked potato and chili bar!
The definition of a hole in the wall, with some of the best country cooking you've ever had. Most locals don't even know this place exists and it looks like a shady bar from the road. Don't underestimate this place.
Thoroughbred Restaurant
1483 Leestown RdThe definition of a hole in the wall, with some of the best country cooking you've ever had. Most locals don't even know this place exists and it looks like a shady bar from the road. Don't underestimate this place.
O’Neill’s
2051 Richmond RoadAnother sports bar atmosphere with decent food. Not many sports bars can boast that.
On the popular and convenient Jefferson Street corridor is possibly the best (and least known) patio in Lexington
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Einheimische empfehlenGrey Goose
170 Jefferson Street25
Einheimische empfehlenOn the popular and convenient Jefferson Street corridor is possibly the best (and least known) patio in Lexington
THE BEST Cajun food in town, in my opinion, and the nicest staff. Get it to go and enjoy at the The Beer Trappe next door.
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Einheimische empfehlenBourbon n' Toulouse
829 Euclid Avenue25
Einheimische empfehlenTHE BEST Cajun food in town, in my opinion, and the nicest staff. Get it to go and enjoy at the The Beer Trappe next door.
A campus CLASSIC in an old church. Order the 18" breadstick and soak in the garlicky goodness
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Einheimische empfehlenJoe Bologna's
120 West Maxwell Street11
Einheimische empfehlenA campus CLASSIC in an old church. Order the 18" breadstick and soak in the garlicky goodness
Drink
Le Deauville
199 North Limestone16
Einheimische empfehlenTIE for best happy hour!
Blue Sushi Sake Grill
105 Summit At Fritz FarmTIE for best happy hour!
West Main Crafting Co
135 W Main St8
Einheimische empfehlenCraving a fancy cocktail with an uptown feel?
The Tulip Bistro & Bar
355 Romany RoadIf you need a nearby nightcap, this is the place.
Parlay Social
249 West Short Street11
Einheimische empfehlenTIE for best downtown nightlife!
TIE for best downtown nightlife! They have a rooftop bar, and therefore a slight edge over the competition.
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Einheimische empfehlenBelles Cocktail House
156 Market Street23
Einheimische empfehlenTIE for best downtown nightlife! They have a rooftop bar, and therefore a slight edge over the competition.
Chinoe Pub
Neighborhood hole-in-the-wall bar (and lively karaoke)
Good for a nightcap and some interesting people watching. Grab a GIANT Goodfella's Pizza from the original location across Mill Street and enjoy it at the bar, or grab a drink while you wait for your pizza. Either way, sit and stay awhile.
The Rosebud Bar
121 North Mill StreetGood for a nightcap and some interesting people watching. Grab a GIANT Goodfella's Pizza from the original location across Mill Street and enjoy it at the bar, or grab a drink while you wait for your pizza. Either way, sit and stay awhile.
Smaller craft beer hangout with great events and downtown proximity to restaurants. Check out the newly-added coffee bar and deli!
Gather on Main
233 E Main StSmaller craft beer hangout with great events and downtown proximity to restaurants. Check out the newly-added coffee bar and deli!
Get some Bourbon 'n Toulouse then check out the amazing bottle selection or enjoy a craft draft!
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Einheimische empfehlenThe Beer Trappe
811 Euclid Avenue15
Einheimische empfehlenGet some Bourbon 'n Toulouse then check out the amazing bottle selection or enjoy a craft draft!
Breweries
Grab some grub while you’re there, Rolling Oven pizza is located inside BOTH taprooms!
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Einheimische empfehlenMirror Twin Brewing
725 National Ave8
Einheimische empfehlenGrab some grub while you’re there, Rolling Oven pizza is located inside BOTH taprooms!
Pivot Brewing
1400 Delaware AveActually a CIDERY, but they have a great selection of draft beer, too!
Rock House Brewing
119 Luigart CtHidden gem in the heart of the emerging NoLi district
Hiding in plain sight near campus, they have a tiny taproom but a great assortment of patio games and food trucks!
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Einheimische empfehlenCountry Boy Brewing
436 Chair Avenue26
Einheimische empfehlenHiding in plain sight near campus, they have a tiny taproom but a great assortment of patio games and food trucks!
If you find yourself eating at Local Feed or checking out My Old Kentucky Foam, be sure to check out the regions largest (and newest) taproom, a stone's throw away from the largest Toyota production facility in the world!
Country Boy Brewery
2758-2740 Oxford Village LnIf you find yourself eating at Local Feed or checking out My Old Kentucky Foam, be sure to check out the regions largest (and newest) taproom, a stone's throw away from the largest Toyota production facility in the world!
Grab some grup while you’re there, Smithtown Seafood is located adjacent to the taproom.
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Einheimische empfehlenWest Sixth Brewing
501 West 6th Street58
Einheimische empfehlenGrab some grup while you’re there, Smithtown Seafood is located adjacent to the taproom.
Grab lunch from Dad’s Sandwiches, located inside the brewery.
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Einheimische empfehlenBlue Stallion Brewing Co.
610 West 3rd Street23
Einheimische empfehlenGrab lunch from Dad’s Sandwiches, located inside the brewery.
On the weekends they usually feature IPJ Cuban food inside, and food trucks throughout the week!
Fusion Brewing
1170 Manchester StOn the weekends they usually feature IPJ Cuban food inside, and food trucks throughout the week!
Ask for Kelley or Zach. Tell 'em Morgan sent ya. Second location coming soon to downtown.
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Einheimische empfehlenEthereal Brewing
1224 Manchester Street18
Einheimische empfehlenAsk for Kelley or Zach. Tell 'em Morgan sent ya. Second location coming soon to downtown.
Lexington is now home to not one, but TWO cideries, and this one is in the awesome Distillery District. Do not miss.
Wise Bird Cider Co.
1170 Manchester StLexington is now home to not one, but TWO cideries, and this one is in the awesome Distillery District. Do not miss.
Wineries
Beautiful drive through the heart of horse country, and they sell a soft cheese (made with their white wine) that is to DIE for!
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Einheimische empfehlenTalon Winery & Vineyards
7086 Tates Creek Rd7
Einheimische empfehlenBeautiful drive through the heart of horse country, and they sell a soft cheese (made with their white wine) that is to DIE for!
Jean Farris Winery & Bistro
6825 Old Richmond Rd6
Einheimische empfehlenPure class.
Check their website or social media before you go - lots of lively music during the warmer months and on weekends!
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Einheimische empfehlenEquus Run Vineyards
1280 Moores Mill Road9
Einheimische empfehlenCheck their website or social media before you go - lots of lively music during the warmer months and on weekends!
Distilleries
This tour is a 2-for-1 because they are also a brewery (Kentucky Ale)!
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Einheimische empfehlenTown Branch Distillery
401 Cross Street19
Einheimische empfehlenThis tour is a 2-for-1 because they are also a brewery (Kentucky Ale)!
The entire grounds used to belong to the distillery, which was only re-opened to the public in 2018.
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Einheimische empfehlenPepper Distillery
1200 Manchester St14
Einheimische empfehlenThe entire grounds used to belong to the distillery, which was only re-opened to the public in 2018.
Nicest folks in the Distillery District! It's a short tour but a GREAT gift shop and awesome restaurant (Elkhorn Tavern).
Barrel House Distilling Co
1200 Manchester StreetNicest folks in the Distillery District! It's a short tour but a GREAT gift shop and awesome restaurant (Elkhorn Tavern).
Attractions & Recreation
A blast from your 80’s past! Take quarters because pinball, skeeball, and video games await!
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Einheimische empfehlenThe Burl Arcade
369 Thompson Rd8
Einheimische empfehlenA blast from your 80’s past! Take quarters because pinball, skeeball, and video games await!
A minor league baseball team with all the fixins'. Season runs April-August, and most weekend games end with fireworks! Check milb.com/Lexington for schedule
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Einheimische empfehlenLexington Legends
207 Legends Lane6
Einheimische empfehlenA minor league baseball team with all the fixins'. Season runs April-August, and most weekend games end with fireworks! Check milb.com/Lexington for schedule
Battle Axes, LLC
1170 Manchester StIf you're craving that thrill-seeking lumberjack experience
An old school movie-going experience in an ornate retired theater. Be sure to check out Casual Pint (across the street) before or after the show!
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Einheimische empfehlenKentucky Theatre
214 East Main Street37
Einheimische empfehlenAn old school movie-going experience in an ornate retired theater. Be sure to check out Casual Pint (across the street) before or after the show!
Breakout Games - Lexington
306 North Ashland AvenueRace against the clock in a number of challenges! Reservations required.
Some of the biggest and funniest names in comedy frequent this humble little establishment. 1-drink minimum purchase required.
Comedy Off Broadway
161 Lexington Green CirSome of the biggest and funniest names in comedy frequent this humble little establishment. 1-drink minimum purchase required.
THE authentic Thoroughbred racing Kentucky experience! Meets only take place for 3 weeks each April and October (check Keeneland.com for schedule), but it’s a beautiful drive, and there’s a Kentucky Castle (230 Pisgah Pike) just a stone’s throw away!
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Einheimische empfehlenKeeneland Race Track
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Einheimische empfehlenTHE authentic Thoroughbred racing Kentucky experience! Meets only take place for 3 weeks each April and October (check Keeneland.com for schedule), but it’s a beautiful drive, and there’s a Kentucky Castle (230 Pisgah Pike) just a stone’s throw away!
Lakeside Live
161 Lexington Green CirFridays & Saturdays from May – September
Fifth Third Pavilion at Cheapside Park
251 W Main StThursday Night Live every week from April-October
Moondance Amphitheater
1152 Monarch StBig Band & Jazz every Tuesday evening in May/June
Ecton Park
956 Turkey Foot RdBig Band & Jazz every Tuesday evening in July/August
Justins' House of Bourbon
601 W Main StFor serious bourbon connoisseurs only
It's an honest-to-God (non-Medieval) castle! Check it out for dinner, rooftop yoga, and special events
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Einheimische empfehlenThe Kentucky Castle
230 Pisgah Pike14
Einheimische empfehlenIt's an honest-to-God (non-Medieval) castle! Check it out for dinner, rooftop yoga, and special events
Parks & Preserves
Ashland - The Henry Clay Estate
120 Sycamore Road20
Einheimische empfehlenArboretum Bike Path
McConnell Springs
416 Rebmann Lane18
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