Beyond Grits
Farm-to-table. Field-to-fork. Foodie-approved. You’ve heard it all before. But let’s be real, this is Kentucky. We were farm-to-table before farm-to-table was cool. And while we’re no stranger to the southern classics, we go way beyond beaten biscuits and gravy around here. Re-imagined Southern staples coupled with inventive bourbon-infused creations lend a unique Kentucky quality to our cuisine that you’ll be hard-pressed to find anywhere else. So, come see what all the fuss is about and dig into our flourishing, flavorful, fearless food scene.
Featured Restaurants
They’re all the rage. See for yourself—just make sure you come hungry.
Zim's Cafe
Located in Lexington's renovated historic courthouse, this restaurant and bar serves delicious...
Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse, Lexington
Perfect for date night as well as corporate dinners and events, this regional brand is known for its...
Carson's
Generous portions, Prohibition-style cocktails and a rustic, elegant space are what you’ll find...
“One of Zagat’s 30 Most Exciting Food Cities in America.”
- Zagat
The Ultimate Guide to Food in Lexington
Every year, VisitLEX publishes a pocket-sized book of the best restaurants in Lexington for locals...
Download Beyond Grits#ShareTheLEX
See what visitors and locals love about Lexington
Have Your Bourbon and Eat It Too
Around these parts, there’s a lot of bourbon. And there’s a lot of people who really love bourbon. So folks here have become pretty dang good at infusing things with America’s native spirit. We’ve got bourbon-glazed meats, bourbon ice cream, bourbon bread pudding, bourbon barrel-brewed beer, bourbon balls, bourbon vinaigrettes, bourbon-soaked cherries... Some might call it an obsession. But here in the heart of Bourbon Country, we wouldn’t have it any other way.