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1. 33 Staves
4.2
Awesome(213)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Lexington
Booked 3 times today
33 Staves, located inside the beautiful Origin Hotel Lexington at The Summit. 33 Staves is a modern southern-inspired restaurant and bar. We take pride serving a seasonally crafted menu comprised of handpicked local ingredients. Our bar offers a wide range of craft cocktails and bourbons.
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2. AZUR Restaurant & Patio
4.5
Awesome(2073)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Lexington
Booked 6 times today
AZUR restaurant & patio was designed after European establishments providing the feel of being in a different place without leaving Lexington. The food is described as new American and Heirloom Contemporary. The chefs react to what comes at them from the local markets making our cuisine locally influenced, but worldly inspired. The walls are bold blues and greens with curves throughout. The interior space flows outside through three sets of French doors onto the elegant stone bordered brick patio. Weather permitting, the patio is opened and the patio sides could be lowered for inclement weather.
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3. Carson's on Main
4.8
Exceptional(6146)
Price: Moderate
• American • Lexington
Booked 114 times today
Carson's Food & Drink features new and exciting chef-driven recipes and cocktails that combine rustic refinement with classic Kentucky elegance in a casual, yet comfortable atmosphere.One of Lexington Kentucky's finest restaurants; Multi Year Winner of OpenTable's "Diners' Choice" (2017,18,19,20,21,22) and included in RestaurantNews 'Top 100 Restaurants in America 2018'.We can't wait to welcome you!
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4. Carson's at Andover
4.8
Exceptional(751)
Price: Expensive
• American • Lexington
Booked 112 times today
"Carson's at Andover" is "Carson's Food & Drink's" second location. Featuring new and exciting chef-driven recipes and cocktails that combine rustic refinement with classic Kentucky elegance in a casual, yet comfortable atmosphere. "Carson's on Main" is a multi year winner of OpenTable's "Diners' Choice" (2017,18,19,20,21,22) and included in RestaurantNews 'Top 100 Restaurants in America 2018'. We can't wait to welcome you!
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5. Dudley's on Short
4.8
Exceptional(2651)
Price: Expensive
• American • Lexington
Booked 24 times today
Dudley's Restaurant has been a mainstay on the Lexington dining scene since 1981. Centered in the heart of downtown Lexington, Dudley's offers delicious modern American cuisine with an award-winning wine list to match. Food Network has featured Dudley's for the classic Tournedos Maxwell and has been awarded "Best of the South" twice by Southern Living Magazine. Dudley's was recently awarded a Lifetime Achievement award from the KY Department of Agriculture for using KY Proud ingredients in Chef Bradley Hoffman's globally inspired menus. Dudley's welcomes guests to enjoy dining in the more casual bar area, formal main dining room, or on the rooftop terrace.**Rooftop seating is per guest request, weather permitting, and availability is Wednesday-Sunday for Dinner Only
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6. Blue Heron Steakhouse
4.8
Exceptional(2090)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Lexington
Booked 16 times today
The Blue Heron Steakhouse is located in the thriving historic Jefferson Street corridor. We offer an excellent menu with steakhouse classics and modern Southern fare with specialties such as fresh oysters, the finest cuts of beef, shrimp and grits and more. Our restaurant started as a hand-crafted cocktail bar and consumer demand made it obvious that we needed to expand to a full-service kitchen. The Blue Heron is situated in a renovated home with exposed brick, a beautiful, locally crafted chandelier, a roaring two-sided fireplace in the colder months. Locally owned and loaded with character, The Blue Heron is a perfect setting for an intimate date, an evening with friends or simply a casual dinner while watching the game.
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7. Barrel 53
4.1
Excellent(28)
Price: Moderate
• American • Lexington
At Barrel 53 we proudly offer a casual dining experience with a sophisticated touch of down home southern cuisine. Located in the heart of the Bluegrass, our Bourbon & Spirit selection is the front runner to the start of the evening. Join us Saturday evenings for live music showcasing a variety of local bands. Grab a quick drink in our rustic copper & barrel themed lounge or dine in with friends and entertain our extensive dinner menu!
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8. Infinity: A Skybar & Café
4.5
Awesome(161)
Price: Moderate
• American • Lexington
Booked 6 times today
Infinity: A Rooftop Restaurant and Bar is a rooftop restaurant and lounge serving handcrafted cocktails, developed by our very own Bartenders, that pair perfectly with the modern American cuisine. Enjoy the open air when weather permits! *Party must arrive within 15 minutes of scheduled reservation time, or reservation will be canceled.
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9. Jean Farris Winery & Bistro
4.4
Awesome(2393)
Price: Expensive
• Farm-to-table • Lexington
Booked 1 time today
Situated on an historic Old Richmond Road Farm, we at Jean Farris strive to bring you the best experience Horse Country has to offer. Whether you’re looking to escape or gather, Jean Farris can provide your rustic, picturesque backdrop. Established in 2003, this family run farm has consistently provided a deep sense of connection amongst wine lovers, horse lovers, and of course bourbon lovers alike. Rooted and deeply inspired in and by southern comfort cuisine, this truly farm to fork restaurant will give you the perfect canvas to explore your culinary palette. Please come as you are and don’t mind the lack of white tablecloth, we want you to relax when you dine with us.
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10. Cheddar's Casual Cafe - Lexington
(0)
Price: Expensive
• American • Lexington
Cheddar's Casual Café in Lexington gives customers a ton of choices with a big menu full of fresh flavors. Pride is taken to ensure that everything that gets ordered is always made from scratch. Cheddar's Casual Café creates great burgers and sandwiches, like the spicy jalapeno cheeseburger and the classic Philly cheesesteak. You can also get fresh seafood, like fish tacos and catfish fillets. Cheddar's Casual Café also smokes baby back ribs and grills up steaks like the rib eye and top sirloin. But make sure you leave room for dessert so that you can enjoy one of the hot fudge cake sundaes or the apple pie a la mode.

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  • Sandyvip
    Cincinnati / Dayton •6 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    We drove down to Lexington from Cincinnati for a day of Christmas shopping and stopped by Carson’s for brunch. The food was beyond delicious and the restaurant is beautiful. Our waiter, Aidan, was polite, attentive, and gave us great recommendations on menu options. I told my husband I would like to join them again in January for my birthday dinner and we cannot wait! Definitely recommend!
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    Carson's at AndoverPrice: Expensive• American• Lexington
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    4.8
  • Laura
    Charlotte •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    I grew up in Lexington and now live in North Carolina and was in town for Thanksgiving and my sister and I wanted to eat at a great Lex restaurant we remembered. Dudley's was a favorite, we loved the ambiance and several of our old favorites were still on the menu. Staff were super friendly, would recommend for Brunch or special occasions
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    Dudley's on ShortPrice: Expensive• American• Lexington
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    4.8
  • Jack
    Central Kentucky •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Our Server Piper S was Great!!, The Food was outstanding the wine for the dinner I thought was over priced, my wife didn't do the 35.00 wine and opted to get a glass of the Lingua Pinot & Neighbor Cab which was 45.00 for the two. I thought that was very overpriced other than that looking forward to the next game dinner. Thanks Jack McQ
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    AZUR Restaurant & PatioPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Lexington
    •
    4.5
  • Denise
    Central Kentucky •8 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    There is nothing to say except that Carson's is pure perfection! My husband and I took our son out to dinner just to enjoy a night out together. We started with drinks. I ordered the spiced pear daquiri...superb! My son and I shared the 20 oz. ribeye and mac and cheese and my husband ordered a buffalo chicken sandwich. All delicious! The beautiful atmosphere made the evening truly enjoyable! I can't wait to go back!
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    Carson's on MainPrice: Moderate• American• Lexington
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    4.8
  • Veronice
    Central Kentucky •7 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    Our waitress was very personable and accommodating. The fried chicken had a crispy coating and tender. The collard greens had good flavor, but very spicy. The penne with cheese sauce needed more seasoning. Will definitely return to try a different entree.
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    33 StavesPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Lexington
    •
    4.2

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