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A photo of Frank and Dino's restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(1575)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Lexington
Booked 49 times today
FRANK AND DINO'SLEXINGTON, KENTUCKYTraditional fine Dining Italian Restaurant open for Lunch and Dinner reservations 7 days a week
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4.7
Exceptional(2698)
Price: Expensive
• American • Lexington
Booked 17 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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4.8
Exceptional(12)
Price: Expensive
• Global, International • Lexington
Booked 18 times today
Celebrated Chef Jonathan Lundy and Certified Sommelier TJ Cox bring you 3TEN. Serving curated cuisine, cocktails, and wine. Intercontinental flavors add to the vibrant dining scene in downtown Lexington's West Short Street corridor. 3TEN is a destination where global flavors meet local charm with a rotating menu of small plates and shareable dishes. Guests can expect to find influential ingredients of Mediterranean, pan-Asian, and Latin American origins drawing from the duo’s 55+ years of combined experience in Lexington restaurants. Complementing Jonathan’s culinary whim, TJ’s extensive cocktail menu features interpretive concoctions of ingredients from botanicals to house-made cordials. A curated wine selection of varieties and regions worldwide plus luxury cocktail experiences will support the robust beverage program.
A photo of Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse - Lexington restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(5833)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Lexington
Booked 89 times today
Lexington, KY loves its legends and Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse has quickly become one since opening in 2019. Proudly offering nationally-acclaimed U.S.D.A. Prime Steaks, fresh Seafood & Sushi, Impeccable Service, and Live Entertainment, Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse provides the perfect backdrop for an upscale, energetic, and elegant evening on the town. Opulent interiors pay homage to Art Deco luxury while still feeling uniquely Lexington. Hospitality reigns king here and being treated like royalty is a hallmark of our service. Private dining available for intimate gatherings up to larger groups looking to celebrate life. Outdoor dining is a lovely option on our decorated, temperature controlled patio. Delivery, Take Out, and Meal Kit options also available at JeffRuby.com. We can't wait for you to enjoy your next Jeff Ruby Experience!
A photo of Carson's on Main restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(6310)
Price: Moderate
• American • Lexington
Booked 136 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!
A photo of Tony's of Lexington restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(5149)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Lexington
Booked 41 times today
Tony's of Lexington is the perfect mixture of an eclectic urban feel, traditional southern charm, and unparalleled service.(859) 955-TONY (8669)
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4.6
Exceptional(651)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Lexington
Booked 31 times today
ItalX, an avant-garde Italian restaurant, is now open for weekend lunch and dinner six days a week at City Center. The restaurant is located at 160 West Main Street. The team draws inspiration from Italy's emphasis on simple, fresh, quality ingredients and inspired hospitality in a warm and inviting space. A twist on traditional Italian fare, the menu will feature multiple scratch-made pastas, reimagined small plates, vegetarian and gluten-free offerings, and everyone's favorite desserts. Popular Italian dishes will be reinvented with elegant presentation. ItalX's bar program offers extensive Italian wines from all regions of 'the Boot' and an inventive cocktail list, backed by house-made ingredients and Italian liqueurs.
A photo of Blue Heron Steakhouse restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(2146)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Lexington
Booked 19 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.
A photo of Epping's on Eastside restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(2250)
Price: Moderate
• Unspecified • Lexington
Booked 47 times today
We're a bit like our hometown: sophisticated, well-traveled, but grounded in our roots. We believe there's nothing more important than taking time to dine well with family and friends in a beautiful space. And we have a passion for all things Bluegrass - curing our meats in-house, supporting the region's diverse farming and food community, and keeping a local-first mindset in everything we do. Epping's is located in a renovated historic building that once held Epping Bottling Works, home to the hustle and spirit of local entrepreneur John G. Epping. Today, we are proud to honor that history and be part of the energy of downtown Lexington's Warehouse Block.
A photo of Distilled on Jefferson restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(1757)
Price: Moderate
• Southern • Lexington
Booked 16 times today
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.

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  • Dave
    Indiana •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Always a great experience- food is awesome - love the ambiance
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    Frank and Dino'sPrice: Expensive• Italian• Lexington
    4.7
  • Renee
    New York City •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Kilton and Andre took care of us and were fantastic The young man on the piano was a real treat. Very talented. Enjoyed his playing.
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    Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse - LexingtonPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Lexington
    4.9
  • Aimee
    Houston •2 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    The food was fantastic and the service was great too! The music was a little too loud to have a conversation without raising your voice. Their entrance is not wheelchair accessible, but the manager saw my accessibility request and proactively called me to be sure I'd be able to get in the building. She apologized and assured me that they are working diligently to get a ramp installed (several times). I really appreciated that phone call ahead of time, because I would not have been able to get inside with my power wheelchair, and was able to adjust my plans accordingly. Again, the food was fantastic!! We will definitely be going back.
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    3TenPrice: Expensive• Global, International• Lexington
    4.8
  • Boone
    Dallas - Fort Worth •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    5/5, 10/10, 100/100, whatever system you want to use, Dudley’s will be 100%.
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    Dudley's on ShortPrice: Expensive• American• Lexington
    4.7
  • Tiffany
    Central Kentucky •7 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    It is my favorite brunch restaurant in Lexington. Whenever I there for work or pleasure, I try to take someone new with me. My husband even loves it. Service is always great, very attentive. The ONLY negative today was how loud the music was, but the food was so good I really didn’t need to talk!
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    Carson's on MainPrice: Moderate• American• Lexington
    4.8
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