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Frank and Dino's, Lexington, KY

Frank and Dino's

4.8 (1624)
$31 to $50
Italian
271 W Short St, Lexington, KY 40507-1272

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2 people
10:00 PM
Booked 36 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for business meals
  • Good for groups
FRANK AND DINO'S

LEXINGTON, KENTUCKY

Traditional fine Dining Italian Restaurant open for Lunch and Dinner reservations 7 days a week

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Carlo E Vaccarezza
  • Catering
    YES
  • Private party facilities
    YES
  • Neighborhood
    Lexington
  • Cross street
    Mill and Short
  • Parking details
    PUBLIC PARKING LOT, STREET METERS
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,624 people are saying

Frank and Dino's reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Central Kentucky

    Italian

  • Lexington

    Good for groups

  • Lexington

    Great for fine wines

  • Lexington

    Romantic

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Frank and Dino's offers a delightful dining experience with "amazing service and food." Guests rave about the "outstanding" Italian dishes, like Lobster Ravioli and Chicken Marsala, in a charming atmosphere adorned with Sinatra and Martin photos. "Wonderful live music" and attentive servers like John and Asa create memorable visits.

1,624 Reviews
  1. Joey

    Louisville1 review

    1.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    I had areservation for my wife’s birthday at 8:45pm on Saturday. Our Uber was late, so I called the restaurant to let them I knew we'd be about 20 minutes late. In the reservation, I noted my wife’s birthday in the notes and reminded the lady who answered the phone that I'd like them to do something special for my wife. I was told that they would make it happen. We arrived shortly after 9 p.m. Upon arrival at the restaurant, I approached the hostess stand, and a blonde-haired young lady greeted us. Standing next to her, I'd assume was the matre’d or restaurant manager. As I told the young lady my name, he looked up and down the without saying a word or greeting me. He was profiling me and I did not appreciate it. Had it not been my wife’s birthday and had her best friend with us, I would have walked out. The hostess walked us over to our table and as we arrived at our table, nothing special was done for my wife’s birthday as I had requested twice and was told they would make it happen. 2nd red flag. Our waiter was nice and pleasant, stated to us during his intro that he had only been there a week or two. We ordered our drinks, my wife had ordered a specialty drink, as her best friend, I ordered a Stagg neat. The drinks took a bit of time to get back to us, not a big deal, restaurant wasn't that busy with a few tables open. Our drinks arrived, my wife tried hers and almost spit it out. Her best friend tried it too and almost spit it out as well. They both said it had way too much lemon juice mixture. Very over powering. We sent it back and waiter also stated to us that it didn't taste right and brought another drink, this time it was great. My wife wanted to get a bottle and asked the waiter, he stated to us that he was new and asked for help. He came back with a great recommendation. Not once during the night did manager come check on us. My filet was bland. Our bill over almost $400 and I tipped 20%. Other table next us had a solo bday performance, Don’t Profile.

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  2. Curt

    Louisville1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was amazing the food exquisite ambiance finalize but it’s quintessential the saxophone guy is there. His name is terry and he is a dawg.

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  3. Beth VIP

    New Orleans13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best kept secret, they have wonderful spaghetti and meatballs (just ask! It’s not on menu). And the salted caramel brownie, yum!!

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  4. Seth

    Cleveland2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing service and food and experience!!! Always visit when in Lexington!

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  5. Nathan

    Dallas1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Smooth jazz with excellent service. The staff was amazing and the food hit the spot. Need to Stop by this cozy Italian spot if you’re down town

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  6. Bob VIP

    Atlanta12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server, Chris was great. Food outstanding! Always enjoyable !

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  7. Tim VIP

    Nashville9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Our first time. Food was great I had Lobster Ravioli and my wife had Shrimp Blue Eyes. I'm not a tirimsu fan, but my wife loves it, and said it was the best she has had. Bread was great.

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  8. Jeffery

    Louisville3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Asa was our server and he did a great job. Food was excellent. Love taking the family here.

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  9. John VIP

    Cleveland44 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food is very good….huge portions…the prices reflect it too.

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  10. Aundrea

    Louisville9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our waiter was busy and John helped us after my son accidentally had marinara stains on his shirt, I asked for soda water he kindly brought us some and when that didn’t work he brought a tide stick. My son needed his shirt for a college presentation Monday morning. As busy as he was he helped my son, boxed my food and told me how to hear it up to make it taste just as good. John is an amazing example of thoughtfulness and kindness.

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FAQs

Frank and Dino's offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (859) 303-4007.

Frank and Dino's is rated 4.8 stars by 1624 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
10:00 PM
Booked 36 times today
Google Map for Frank and Dino's

271 W Short St, Lexington, KY 40507-1272

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Mill and Short
  • Neighborhood
    Lexington
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    PUBLIC PARKING LOT, STREET METERS
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Carlo E Vaccarezza
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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