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Lexington, Kentucky

Restaurants

THE TASTY-EST

Lexington is a feast for the senses with a culinary scene that’s a sight to behold. Farm-to-table before it was cool, Lexington’s local farms have been supplying our eclectic independent restaurants with the finest ingredients for ages. New cafés, bakeries, bistros, food tours, and other eateries pop up every day. Here’s a look at the latest.

NEW RESTAURANTS

New Restaurants

Breakfast, Brunch & Bakeries

A breakfast of eggs, potatoes, yogurt and orange juice

Casual Dining

A hotdog from Boonedogs paired with a Country Boy Key Lime beer

Coffee, Juiceries & Tea

Coffee being enjoyed with a large cookie

Fine Dining

Ahi Tuna from Epping's on Eastside

Sweet Treats

Ice Cream Cone in Hand

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Beyond Grits Highlights

A photo of the Lexington Farmers Market at the Fifth Third Pavilion. People can be seen shopping at different vendor’s tents. The sky above the pavilion is a beautiful blue color with clouds peppered throughout.

Farmers' Markets

Lexington is home to several local farmers markets that offer impressive spreads of homegrown...

berries and cream at the grove

Food Experiences & Events

In Lexington, we celebrate good food every chance we get. Our annual SoulFeast Week and Bluegrass...

bar area at greyline station

Greyline Station

Lexington’s newest mixed-use development, this former Greyhound bus depot is now a Northside...

People enjoying the distillery district

Distillery District

This revitalized piece of Lexington history was once home to the James E. Pepper Distillery. Today,...

Rural Kentucky Farmland.

Black Soil

Black Soil’s mission is to reconnect Black Kentuckians to their heritage and legacy in...

outside fall market at greyline station

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

We are proud to be home to people of all different ethnicities, religions, cultures, and...

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