Christina's Guidebook
Locally brewed beer
My husband recommends this place if you like IPA’s and interesting flavors. I’m not a beer girl, but I enjoy the sangria slushee in spring and summer, and the caramel apple slushee in fall and winter.
West Sixth Brewing
501 W 6th StMy husband recommends this place for German lagers and British ales. He likes the Dunkel. I’m writing this review as I sit at the Blue Stallion by the window, looking out at the snow and drinking the Blue Stallion hot toddy. Yum!
68 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Blue Stallion Brewing Co.
610 W 3rd StMy husband recommends this place for German lagers and British ales. He likes the Dunkel. I’m writing this review as I sit at the Blue Stallion by the window, looking out at the snow and drinking the Blue Stallion hot toddy. Yum!
Food scene
Delicious seafood, salads and burgers by our beloved, local chef, Ouita. Order on the app and have the food delivered to your table, or take it to go.. West Sixth Brewery is here too, so order a flight and try some of our local beers.
48 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Smithtown Seafood
501 W 6th StDelicious seafood, salads and burgers by our beloved, local chef, Ouita. Order on the app and have the food delivered to your table, or take it to go.. West Sixth Brewery is here too, so order a flight and try some of our local beers.
Hands down, the best barbecue I’ve ever had. And, you can smell it smoking all day long from our front porch. The cocktails are also delicious. The outdoor seating has great ambiance.
75 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
County Club Restaurant
555 Jefferson StHands down, the best barbecue I’ve ever had. And, you can smell it smoking all day long from our front porch. The cocktails are also delicious. The outdoor seating has great ambiance.
I was reluctant to try the escargot, but everybody recommended them. They were so good! All the food and wine was amazing. This is a lovely little date spot. The owner and all of the staff are warm and friendly. This has been a Lexington hot spot for years. I can’t believe it took us so long to discover it, but it’s definitely a new favorite.
29 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Le Deauville
199 N LimestoneI was reluctant to try the escargot, but everybody recommended them. They were so good! All the food and wine was amazing. This is a lovely little date spot. The owner and all of the staff are warm and friendly. This has been a Lexington hot spot for years. I can’t believe it took us so long to discover it, but it’s definitely a new favorite.
My husband likes steak and I like sushi, so we always find a happy balance here. I’m my opinion, one of Lexington’s top 5.
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Malone's Palomar
3735 Palomar Centre DrMy husband likes steak and I like sushi, so we always find a happy balance here. I’m my opinion, one of Lexington’s top 5.
This is one of my favorites! This place is full of Kentucky charm, whether you eat outside on the patio or inside the historic home. I get the pork loin and corn pudding every time! I should branch out, but it’s just so good.
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Merrick Inn Restaurant
1074 Merrick DrThis is one of my favorites! This place is full of Kentucky charm, whether you eat outside on the patio or inside the historic home. I get the pork loin and corn pudding every time! I should branch out, but it’s just so good.
This is my kids’ favorite. Humongous slices of pizza in a cool old warehouse. The lunch special is pretty nice. You get pizza, a drink and a side or dessert. The kids go for either the giant breadstick or the cannoli. This place is family friendly, but there is also a 21 and over section upstairs.
80 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Goodfellas Distillery
1228 Manchester StreetThis is my kids’ favorite. Humongous slices of pizza in a cool old warehouse. The lunch special is pretty nice. You get pizza, a drink and a side or dessert. The kids go for either the giant breadstick or the cannoli. This place is family friendly, but there is also a 21 and over section upstairs.
Try the blackberry buttermilk ice cream! Or perhaps you’d prefer the bourbon ice cream. It’s all local, fresh and delicious here.
59 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Crank & Boom Ice Cream Lounge
1210 Manchester StTry the blackberry buttermilk ice cream! Or perhaps you’d prefer the bourbon ice cream. It’s all local, fresh and delicious here.
Try the sandwiches, try the soup and definitely try the pie! The staff here is wonderful. The patio is pet friendly and they will bring your furry friend some water and maybe even a treat.
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Stella's Kentucky Deli
143 Jefferson StTry the sandwiches, try the soup and definitely try the pie! The staff here is wonderful. The patio is pet friendly and they will bring your furry friend some water and maybe even a treat.
Dudley’s has a classy, yet relaxed, atmosphere. You can sit in the lounge or eat in the elegant dining room. I love their rolls and have to be careful not to fill up on them, because the food here is amazing! I hear brunch is awesome. If you try it, tell me what you think.
74 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Dudley's On Short
259 W Short StDudley’s has a classy, yet relaxed, atmosphere. You can sit in the lounge or eat in the elegant dining room. I love their rolls and have to be careful not to fill up on them, because the food here is amazing! I hear brunch is awesome. If you try it, tell me what you think.
Walk here from the Airbnb! The bar is beautiful, the staff is friendly and the food is delish. The crème brûlée is my favorite thing here!
34 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
The Blue Heron Steakhouse
185 Jefferson StreetWalk here from the Airbnb! The bar is beautiful, the staff is friendly and the food is delish. The crème brûlée is my favorite thing here!
This restaurant is small, so get there early. This is my favorite local breakfast place. The savory French toast is so good. They also have seasonally flavored options. You can walk there from the Airbnb.
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Minton's
760 N LimestoneThis restaurant is small, so get there early. This is my favorite local breakfast place. The savory French toast is so good. They also have seasonally flavored options. You can walk there from the Airbnb.
This is one of those hole in the wall spots that surprises you with their goodness! It’s inexpensive, the portions are large and it’s soooo yummy! It’s just a short drive from the Airbnb.
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Big Kahuna Hawaiian BBQ
904 Liberty RoadThis is one of those hole in the wall spots that surprises you with their goodness! It’s inexpensive, the portions are large and it’s soooo yummy! It’s just a short drive from the Airbnb.
My family enjoys strolling down Jefferson street to Sorella for some gelato. It’s always fresh and there are always seasonal and unique flavors. The hours tend to be a little unpredictable, so check to make sure they are open before you go.
16 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Sorella Gelateria
591 W Short StMy family enjoys strolling down Jefferson street to Sorella for some gelato. It’s always fresh and there are always seasonal and unique flavors. The hours tend to be a little unpredictable, so check to make sure they are open before you go.
Great vibe, delicious, large portions of food, and the best Bloody Mary around!
106 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Carson's Food & Drink
362 E Main StGreat vibe, delicious, large portions of food, and the best Bloody Mary around!
This is my favorite restaurant on Jefferson street! It’s a very “Lexington” dining experience. The patio is fabulous and the food is too. I love the goat cheese ravioli and the fried chicken. (That’s all I’ve tried so far!) The house dessert is a chocolate, raspberry and macadamia mouse. It’s light and so yummy!
18 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Distilled at The Sire
157 Jefferson StThis is my favorite restaurant on Jefferson street! It’s a very “Lexington” dining experience. The patio is fabulous and the food is too. I love the goat cheese ravioli and the fried chicken. (That’s all I’ve tried so far!) The house dessert is a chocolate, raspberry and macadamia mouse. It’s light and so yummy!
This is a great lunch spot especially if you love all things Chicago. My son-in-law is from Chicago and he says this place is the real deal.
South of Wrigley
472 Southland DriveThis is a great lunch spot especially if you love all things Chicago. My son-in-law is from Chicago and he says this place is the real deal.
This is the per place to spend a slow morning. (Check their hours before you come. ) They serve coffee every day and brunch on the weekends. If the weather is nice be sure to venture to the back for a seat in the grove.
Nate's Coffee Hideaway
200 West Main StreetThis is the per place to spend a slow morning. (Check their hours before you come. ) They serve coffee every day and brunch on the weekends. If the weather is nice be sure to venture to the back for a seat in the grove.
I vote this the most unique dining experience in Lexington. And the sushi is the best I’ve ever had!
Omakase Sushi & Sake Bar at Chevy Chase
I vote this the most unique dining experience in Lexington. And the sushi is the best I’ve ever had!
If you are here for a celebration and need a cake, this is the place to go! It’s about a 5 minute drive from the Airbnb and so good! (I love the strawberry champagne cake!)
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Martine's Pastries
400 E Third StIf you are here for a celebration and need a cake, this is the place to go! It’s about a 5 minute drive from the Airbnb and so good! (I love the strawberry champagne cake!)
Jasmine Rice Thai Restaurant
911 Winchester RdThis little spot is a short drive away and really good!
No fru fru drinks, but have a good cup of French press, or some freshly brewed tea along with a delicious slice of cheesecake. Occasionally, they have a crepe food truck set up in the back during lunch. Nice outdoor seating area. 
Backroads Bakery Cheesecake
No fru fru drinks, but have a good cup of French press, or some freshly brewed tea along with a delicious slice of cheesecake. Occasionally, they have a crepe food truck set up in the back during lunch. Nice outdoor seating area. 
Never too much creamery
We love this little ice cream shop! The milkshakes are a work of art.
I love Bella’s! They have lovely cocktails and the best salads. The burrata is divine! Any entree with their fried chicken is a winner. It is just a cute and swanky place and I’m so glad that they are open for lunch.
Bella Cafe and Grille at Chevy Chase
I love Bella’s! They have lovely cocktails and the best salads. The burrata is divine! Any entree with their fried chicken is a winner. It is just a cute and swanky place and I’m so glad that they are open for lunch.
When I go here, I feel like I’ve entered a different world! Ask for the Gatsby room, although any seat in the house is lovely. The sushi is the best I’ve ever had. All the seafood is extremely fresh. This is the perfect place to celebrate a special occasion.
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Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse - Lexington
101 W Vine StWhen I go here, I feel like I’ve entered a different world! Ask for the Gatsby room, although any seat in the house is lovely. The sushi is the best I’ve ever had. All the seafood is extremely fresh. This is the perfect place to celebrate a special occasion.
Local businesses
Support the locals! Find local art, locally made products, food and drinks here. It’s just a fun place that always feels like a party.
This place is fun! They have a big sports bar, a cool bowling alley, a huge arcade, and the most comfortable movie theater that I’ve ever been to! (Seriously, I’m totally spoiled now!) You can order food from the restaurant and have it delivered to your seat in the theater! There is also an attached parking garage and you can get free parking for a couple of hours.
24 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
LexLive
301 S BroadwayThis place is fun! They have a big sports bar, a cool bowling alley, a huge arcade, and the most comfortable movie theater that I’ve ever been to! (Seriously, I’m totally spoiled now!) You can order food from the restaurant and have it delivered to your seat in the theater! There is also an attached parking garage and you can get free parking for a couple of hours.
This place has locally owned restaurants and bars, plus shops and artist booths. There are Saturday morning yoga classes and block parties once a month. Everyone in here is so friendly and it's like a cheerful neighborhood gathering every time I go here.
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Greyline Station & Market
101 W Loudon AveThis place has locally owned restaurants and bars, plus shops and artist booths. There are Saturday morning yoga classes and block parties once a month. Everyone in here is so friendly and it's like a cheerful neighborhood gathering every time I go here.
Corner Wine
835 Euclid AveIt doesn’t look fancy, but they have a very nice wine and bourbon selection.
Vine and Branch Wine, LLC
355 Southland DrSightseeing
Drive to the arboretum for a walk or run. Enjoy the flowers and trees along the scenic trails. This is my daughter’s favorite way to spend a morning.
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El Arboretum, Jardín Botánico Estatal de Kentucky
500 Alumni DrDrive to the arboretum for a walk or run. Enjoy the flowers and trees along the scenic trails. This is my daughter’s favorite way to spend a morning.
Fun for kids
If you are traveling with kids, this is a fun place to visit. Check out their calendar online.
The Living Arts & Science Center
362 N Martin Luther King BlvdI’ve been bringing my kids here for years! There’s fun and educational things for toddlers and up. We have spent many hours in the play areas and the bubble room. The art rooms are full of fun supplies and I have one kiddo who could easily spend all day in there.
21 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Explorium of Lexington
440 W Short StI’ve been bringing my kids here for years! There’s fun and educational things for toddlers and up. We have spent many hours in the play areas and the bubble room. The art rooms are full of fun supplies and I have one kiddo who could easily spend all day in there.