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Diners' Choice: Good for special occasions restaurants in Central Kentucky

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Updated November 05, 2024

Looking for the best special occasion restaurants in Central Kentucky? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!


A photo of Jack Fry's restaurant
4.8
4.8 (2586)
$50 and over
American
Highlands - Bardstown Rd / Taylorsville Rd
About the restaurant
Jack Fry's serves up southern fare in a setting that's been a part of Louisville, Kentucky since around 1933. Visitors can step inside for lunch, dinner or cocktails, all to the soothing notes of live jazz. Once a hangout for local sports enthusiasts, Jack Fry's is now known for its fine dining and family-friendly atmosphere.



The executive chef prepares southern specialties and adds a bit of French influence to create local favorites like shrimp & grits, lamb chops and Jack's burger. Jack Fry's provides a friendly atmosphere and live jazz , ensuring the entire group will find something to enjoy.

Top review
Lynnevip
Dined 2 days ago
The food was heart warming as usual. Our server worked with us as far as time as we were going to the orchestra following dinner.
A photo of Honeysuckle Dining and Bourbon House restaurant
4.8
4.8 (203)
$30 and under
Contemporary American
Berea
About the restaurant
Honeysuckle Dining and Bourbon House is the fusion of all things Southern with hints of modern and world influences. Come visit us and share in the experience.

Our specialty is delicious cuisine created with ingenuity and passion. We take great pride in improving upon your favorite dishes and using the best ingredients available. Select our Bourbon House for a unique and memorable Kentucky experience.

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Colleen
Dined on Nov 1, 2024
One of the best meals that I have had in a restaurant for some time! The pork chop was perfectly prepared and side items delicious!
A photo of The Chalet restaurant
4.8
4.8 (310)
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
Somerset
About the restaurant
The Chalet is unique dining experience in a beautiful setting with outdoor (open seating) and indoor (reservations) seating. The Chefs provide 50+ years of culinary experience building flavors using contemporary cooking techniques and the highest quality of ingredients. Our mission is to provide the best service possible combined with delicious foods that will leave a lasting memory of your epicurean journey.
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OpenTable Diner
Dined 1 day ago
Was our first time will be back the food may be the best in Somerset
A photo of Chez Lyndon restaurant
4.8
4.8 (15)
$50 and over
Farm-to-table
Lexington
About the restaurant
Chez Lyndon is in downtown Lexington, Kentucky, in the Historic Lyndon House Bed & Breakfast.
At Chez Lyndon, we treat our guests to an upscale experience in an intimate setting. Our courtesy staff is here to make you feel at home. Join us for an evening of fine dining.

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Kaitlynvip
Dined 1 day ago
Food and service were excellent! Hidden gem for brunch!
A photo of Bella Notte restaurant
4.7
4.7 (1684)
$30 and under
Italian
Lexington
About the restaurant
Bella Notte means Beautiful Night in Italian. Join us at our table & let us create your beautiful dining experience! This is a place to satisfy the appetite with Italian gusto. Enjoy the season's freshest ingredients and some unique dishes that are sure to become your next favorite! Remember, in Italy food & drink don't just make it possible to live, they're a part of what makes life worth living.
Italians say, "A tavolo non s'invecchia".
(People do not get old at the table)-spend enough time at ours and you'll believe it's true!

Top review
Heather
Dined 4 days ago
Wonderful experience. Everything was so good. We can’t wait to go back!
A photo of Morton's The Steakhouse - Louisville restaurant
4.6
4.6 (1966)
$50 and over
Steakhouse
Downtown Louisville
About the restaurant
What began in Chicago in 1978 is now one of the most award-winning steakhouses around. For over 30 years, Morton's The Steakhouse has been on a mission to provide "The Best Steak… Anywhere." Focusing on quality, consistency and genuine hospitality, Morton's seeks to provide not only memorable cuisine, but a memorable experience. With fresh, succulent seafood and famed USDA prime-aged steak, it's no surprise that Morton's has thrilled diners all over the world. For a glimpse of a higher standard of steakhouse, come see the legendary Morton's experience for yourself.
Top review
Antuan
Dined 3 days ago
The food was excellent and we had a great birthday celebration for my fiancé 
A photo of Loma's at the Opera House restaurant
4.6
4.6 (126)
$30 and under
Contemporary American
Winchester
About the restaurant
Loma's at the Opera House, is owned by Edward and Vanessa Ziembroski. Loma's is a public restaurant boasting private party rooms.
Top review
waynehvip
Dined on Nov 1, 2024
Great service. Food delivery excellent and tasty as always. Excellent waitstaff and the venue hard to beat
A photo of hiko-A-mon Modern Japanese Sushi Bar & Fish Market restaurant
4.5
4.5 (664)
$30 and under
Japanese
Westport Rd - Lyndon
About the restaurant
hiko-A-mon is a dining experience like traditional yet modern Japanese influenced by European and South East Asia. The menu features modern Japanese dishes as well as signature offerings inspired by traditional restaurants in Kyoto, Japan, where chef hiko was born and grown up. Also, hiko-A-mon has a noticeable wine list as well as a sake and shochu list. This is because Chef Hiko has a passion for wine. You can enjoy nice Japanese dishes with nice wine, sake and shochu. hiko-A-mon’s environment is well-suited to singles, couples and families. The sushi bar seats up to twelve guests, there are three special booths that seats six guests each, and there are bench-sheet tables up to sixteen guests. Private dinning room is available to accommodate up to 10 guests, and a "Ozashiki" room is available to accommodate up to 16 guests.
Top review
Marsha
Dined on Sep 23, 2024
Always efficient and pleasant service and great food at a good price! Enjoy going there every time.
A photo of CRU Food & Wine Bar-The Summit at Fritz Farm restaurant
4.5
4.5 (339)
$30 and under
Wine Bar
Lexington
About the restaurant
Food & Wine Bar. Over 300 wine selections, 40 by the glass. Chef-driven plates, shareable apps.

- Sunday Brunch served from 12:00pm to 3:00pm and 1/3 off all bottles all day Sundays!
- FREE pizza with every bottle purchase every Monday
-1/2 off all bottles of Champagne and Sparkling Wine every Thursday!

Top review
Kelly
Dined 2 days ago
Great experience. First time in about five years I have dined here and now I am wondering why I waited so long!
A photo of Buca di Beppo - Louisville restaurant
4.1
4.1 (966)
$30 and under
Italian
Jeffersontown
About the restaurant
If you are looking for an Italian Restaurant in Louisville, KY then come to Buca. We are located just off Taylorsville Road on South Hurstbourne Parkway and serve authentic family style Italian dishes for lunch and dinner. Book your next special event with us. We also offer catering suitable for any occasion.
Top review
Kelsey
Dined on Oct 29, 2024
We had an amazing time and our server Savannah was fantastic!
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