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Tuk Tuk Snack Shop, Lexington, KY

Tuk Tuk Snack Shop

4.9 (31)
$31 to $50
Sri Lankan
124 Malabu Dr, Lexington, KY 40503

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 12 times today

About this restaurant

  • Innovative
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Good for special occasions
Tuk Tuk Snack Shop is the brick-and-mortar restaurant from nationally-acclaimed Chef Sam Fore in Lexington, Kentucky. Fore began her culinary career with pop-ups in 2016 and grew to travel around the country cooking in Michelin-starred and James Beard-recognized kitchens. She was recently recognized as a Finalist for Best Chef: Southeast for the 2023 James Beard Foundation Awards and has been honored by multiple national publications.

Deeply influenced by Fore’s upbringing and culinary journey, Tuk Tuk Snack Shop’s menu thoughtfully marries Sri Lankan techniques and ingredients with classic Southern dishes categorized into unique mains, sandwiches, snacks, sides, and desserts.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Sri Lankan, Southern
  • Hours of operation
    Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
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What 31 people are saying

Tuk Tuk Snack Shop reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.8Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Central Kentucky

    Best Overall

  • Central Kentucky

    Best Food

  • Central Kentucky

    Best Service

  • Central Kentucky

    Best Ambiance

  • Central Kentucky

    Best Value

  • Central Kentucky

    Innovative

  • Central Kentucky

    Healthy

  • Central Kentucky

    Hot spot

  • Lexington

    Best Overall

  • Lexington

    Best Food

  • Lexington

    Best Service

  • Lexington

    Best Ambiance

  • Lexington

    Best Value

  • Lexington

    Innovative

  • Lexington

    Healthy

  • Lexington

    Hot spot

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Tuk Tuk Snack Shop offers a delightful dining experience with "fall off the bone" tender ribs and creative cocktails. Known for its "incredible" Sri Lankan-Southern fusion, dishes like mushroom toast and lentil fritters are fan favorites. The "personable" service and "fun, warm" atmosphere make it a must-visit spot in Lexington.

31 Reviews
  1. William VIP

    New Orleans40 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Began our meal with rib app, which was excellent “fall off the bone” tender with an intriguing sauce (outstanding). Split a meatloaf sandwich and fries. Both were excellent and had unique tweaks which took them over the top. My wife had a sangria special which she raved about both during and after dinner. Completed the meal with a brownie a la mode, which was excellent. The rye flour brownie was substantial and added complexity to the dish. All said, a great meal and plenty of other fascinating dishes to choose from when we return. Well Done!

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  2. Marie VIP

    Louisville23 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We went for my birthday dinner and loved it. They have gluten free pasta so I got the crab curry. It was so good and a generous portion too. The staff is always willing to go the extra mile and so personable. Love this place

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  3. Rachel VIP

    Denver193 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 11, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Went here for the first time and it was great. Mushroom toast was my favorite! Just really good- loved the combo of the creamy spread and the mushrooms. Husband is not into mushrooms and enjoyed it even. Ribs were very good as well- like the dry rub- not as messy and fall off the bone. Had the broccolini ceasar amd that was unique and we enjoyed it. The meatloaf is very flavorful and tender. Really nice. Could use a different side I think. Good wine list- one of the better ones we’ve seen in town. Server was nice and gave nice recommendations. Will definitely be back.

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  4. Kristin

    Washington DC1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a lovely place! First timer, will be back! Cocktails were delicious, food was amazing, service was superb. It was a beautiful birthday dinner with two of my best friends, thank you!

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  5. Al

    Louisville2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I have been meaning to go for while. It was really very good. Food was delicious, chilled vide and great cocktails. Servers were very attentive. This will become a weekly lunch or supper spot.

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  6. Jen VIP

    Louisville9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, service and ambience! Chef was super friendly. We will be back!

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  7. Brenton

    Cincinnati2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience will be back has very good food and a nice ambiance

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  8. Elizabeth VIP

    Louisville1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My first time - but it won’t be my last!! Had a mixture of appetizers and a few entrees.

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent all-around. Will be back. Felt respected and appreciated. Food full of interesting flavor combinations- made me think about what creativity means in food. Delicious.

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  10. Jonese

    Louisville1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    If you are in Lexington, go eat at Tuk Tuk Snack Shop! If you are not in the area, make the trip! It’s so worth it. The lentil fritters, the mushroom toast! The rice bowl is out of this world. And don’t get me started on the mango fluff! I will be craving that mango fluff forever! So very good. And just a really nice, laidback vibe. Gorgeous space and the best people. Lexington is so lucky to have Sam Fore!! Can’t wait to go back ❤️

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Tuk Tuk Snack Shop is rated 4.9 stars by 31 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 12 times today
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124 Malabu Dr, Lexington, KY 40503

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Lexington
  • Hours of operation
    Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Sri Lankan, Southern
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
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