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Distilled on Jefferson, Lexington, KY

Distilled on Jefferson

4.7 (1800)
$30 and under
Southern
157 Jefferson St, Lexington, KY 40508

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2 people
10:00 PM
Booked 5 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for creative cocktails
From award-winning Heirloom Restaurant in Midway, Ky stems Distilled Restaurant and Bourbon Bar. Chef Mark Wombles and team specialize in farm-to-table fare, incorporating an artful and elevated approach to southern cuisine in a comfortable atmosphere. The establishment removes all unnecessary ingredients from fine dining, leaving only the artistic expression food.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Southern, American, Steakhouse
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Private party facilities
    Whether celebrating a special occasion with family and friends or hosting a corporate event, Distilled on Jefferson can accommodate all your special event needs.
  • Neighborhood
    Lexington
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Entertainment
    Ben Lacy plays every Tuesday in our lounge from 7 pm to 9 pm.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wine

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What 1,800 people are saying

Distilled on Jefferson 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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Lexington

    Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Distilled on Jefferson delights with "spectacular" dishes like lobster ravioli and fried chicken, complemented by "craft cocktails" and a "beautiful" patio. Guests praise the "superb service" and "excellent" food, including "amazing mussels" and "perfectly cooked" filet. While some note high prices and occasional noise, the overall dining experience remains "fantastic."
1,800 Reviews
  1. Laura

    Central Kentucky6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything - I mean everything was spectacular! From our starters - the Brussels sprouts and Ahi tuna apps - fresh and delicious! Salads were straight out of garden - and that pitaschio dressing - oh my! Our entrees were beautifully presented and exceptional in quality. Our table had quite variety of choices: lobster ravioli special, pork chop, brined and fried chicken and the filet - were all outstanding! I already know what I will order on our next visit!. Our out town guests (from a much larger metro) were so impressed by our local choice. Our craft cocktails were also spot on. New patio renovation was beautiful too. Distilled is an excellent choice - you will not be disappointed.

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  2. Ross

    Central Kentucky1 review

    2.0

    Dined on June 6, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    The service was poor, the food was mediocre and the atmosphere was cafeteria. My port chop was dry as powder. The service was inattentive to outright rude and unprofessional. The low, drop tile ceiling and poor seating arrangement was less than uplifting.

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  3. Bert VIP

    Atlanta2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, service and atmosphere. Fried chicken was the best ever!!

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  4. Michelle VIP

    Indiana2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Awesome . We were passing through town on way south and were able to make a res and have a beautiful dinner.

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  5. Richard

    New York City4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Went for Mothers Day Brunch and everything was amazing! Will definitely be back to sample the regular menu. The bar looked inviting as well.

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  6. Heather

    Central Kentucky1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Went for Mothers Day Brunch. Delicious food and excellent service. We enjoyed the experience!

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  7. Robert

    Western Kentucky / SW Indiana3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    The service was super slow and uneven. The food was delicious but overpriced, especially for a fixed menu. I’ll reconsider coming here for events like this again.

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  8. Leslie VIP

    Central Kentucky26 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food here is always amazing! One of our favorite places!

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  9. Gordon

    San Francisco Bay Area7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was our first time to dine at Distilled and it was excellent. Friendly and efficient waitress and the food and drinks were terrific. The only glitch was that my wife’s ravioli was served cold. However, the waitress handled it well and a fresh hot dish was quickly served. We ate in the new sun room and it was so noisy at times we couldn’t hear each other at our table. 

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  10. Mariam

    Las Vegas1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great local spot! Highly recommend. The burger is phenomenal 👌

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Distilled on Jefferson is rated 4.7 stars by 1800 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
10:00 PM
Booked 5 times today
Google Map for Distilled on Jefferson

157 Jefferson St, Lexington, KY 40508

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Lexington
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Southern, American, Steakhouse
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Entertainment
    Ben Lacy plays every Tuesday in our lounge from 7 pm to 9 pm.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    Whether celebrating a special occasion with family and friends or hosting a corporate event, Distilled on Jefferson can accommodate all your special event needs.
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