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Granddam, Lexington, KY

Granddam

4.7 (420)
$31 to $50
American
941 Manchester St, Lexington, KY 40508-2419

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 20 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Fancy
  • Romantic
Granddam, nestled within The Manchester Hotel, is a captivating Bluegrass dining hall that pays homage to its eponymous matriarchal racehorse. While Granddam may be past her prime, she continues to live the dream through the restaurant's unique ambiance and offerings.

Step into the world of Granddam and let her spirit envelop you. The menu features reimagined Bluegrass fare, sourced from local purveyors, ensuring a fresh and authentic dining experience.

Conveniently located just off the hotel's lobby, Granddam invites you to savor the flavors of the Bluegrass region and relish in the legacy of a spirited racehorse. It's a place where traditions are celebrated and memories are made, all under the watchful gaze of Granddam herself.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary Southern, Wine Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Bar Daily 7:00 am–11:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 9:00 am–1:30 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Paula Endura
  • Neighborhood
    Lexington
  • Cross street
    Manchester St.
  • Parking details
    Hotel Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 420 people are saying

Granddam 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
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Lexington

    Great for brunch

  • Lexington

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Granddam offers an exquisite dining experience with "excellent food and vibe." Guests praise its "fantastic food," standout service, and stylish ambiance. The creative menu features highlights like elk Wellington and inventive cocktails. While some note a "noisy" atmosphere, the overall "wonderful" service and unique dishes make it a must-visit in Lexington.

420 Reviews
  1. Martha

    Central Kentucky9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was delicious and unique. We will definitely be back to try more dishes.

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  2. Amanda

    Philadelphia8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were the first ones in the restaurant which felt a little odd at first but gave us a chance to get to know our waiter, Todd. He didn’t try to upsell us. He was honest with his favorites and opinions. We had a lot of fun chatting with him and learning about the Chef and restaurant. The food. I will struggle to tell you how good some of it was. Don’t get me wrong, it was all delicious. But the tri tip appetizer with cheesy grits was suggested as Todd’s overall favorite. I know why - it was absolutely to die for. My husband and I share everything, so we also had the toasted oysters. They were warm, light, and the perfect pairing with the heavier tri tips and grits. As a main courses, we had the fried chicken and one of the seasonal fish. While both were great, the fried chicken was exactly what we (as northerners) were hoping for with a little southern fried chicken. We had no room for dessert but would guess it has to be as good as the rest.

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  3. Andrew

    Central Kentucky1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and vibe. Looking forward to next visit

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  4. Molly

    Austin11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was our first time at Granddam, and it was delightful. My husband and I enjoyed a small charcuterie board and tri-tip sandwich, and everything was excellent. The service was great and the decor / ambiance was perfect. Will definitely be returning!

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  5. Deb VIP

    Central Kentucky22 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful! One of Lexingtons’s best kept secrets! We’ll be returning soon ❤️

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  6. Sandra VIP

    Richmond17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food incredible service. Top notch all the way around. Excellent and strongly recommend

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  7. Lucy

    New York City11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I was thrilled to be able to get a 9:30 am reservation for a belated Mother’s Day celebration for a busy family…. Food, service, decor were all fab. Thank you!

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  8. Dustin

    Central Kentucky2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Granddam is one of our favorite date night spots! We not only had fantastic food but the service and atmosphere was unmatched! We will look forward to our next date night at the granddam!

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  9. Jennifer VIP

    Central Kentucky54 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 17, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was great, only complaint is that it took SO long to get. We enjoy Grandam and the different foods and options compared to other Lexington establishments and our waiter was great, but, it wasn’t crowded at all and shouldn’t have taken so long for what we ordered.

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  10. stacey

    Unspecified1 review

    2.0

    Dined on May 17, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Tri Tripp appetizer was good, but trout was not good and the ribeye was raw.. The service was excellent though.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 20 times today
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941 Manchester St, Lexington, KY 40508-2419

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Manchester St.
  • Neighborhood
    Lexington
  • Hours of operation
    Bar Daily 7:00 am–11:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 9:00 am–1:30 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary Southern, Wine Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Hotel Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Paula Endura
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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