50 Best Bars in Lexington

“This new business is amazing! The owner and staff are extremely friendly and attentive. Ryan behind the bar is a great time! This combo relaxed flower shop/bar is a concept with something for everyone, different than other places. If you haven't tried it yet, get there.“

“Historic and low key local bar that has lasted 90 years in Lexington making it the oldest bar in town.“

“An absolute standout experience from start to finish! The presentation was beautifully done, showing real attention to detail, and the food itself was even better — every bite was flavorful and well-executed. On top of that, the staff were warm, polite, and made the whole visit feel welcoming. Highly recommend!“

“The best selection of bourbon in the country right in downtown Lexington.

This iconic bar is where you need to be if your want to try some of the rarest bourbons around.

The sky's the limit here.

The bar tenders are so knowledgeable and are absolute experts so make sure you come ready to learn.

A must stop for everyone on the bourbon trail!“

“Outstanding watering hole“

“the best. Best service. tasty dishes. friendly staff.“

“Only leaving a 5 star review because I can't leave 6! Outstanding service at the bar, including an extensive and knowledgeable tour of the vast selection of rare and delicious bourbons available here. This would be a great spot to grab a drink after work, or to go on a date, or for out-of-towners like me to enjoy some southern hospitality. Thanks Kenny! 👋“

“Everything was amazing the manager Brittany was amazing. We were in from Ohio and had a great time! Too notch service.“

“I will always recommend The Break Room to anyone! It’s a small dive bar with a back porch and the standard drinks you’d expect at a bar, but what sets it apart is the community there!

I was doing a contract in Lexington and I was looking for my little neighborhood bar to stop in to read or hang out in while I was there, and this quickly became that for me. The people are so kind and I loved getting to chat with all the regulars and the bartenders. It is such a welcoming spot and I even wrote a “thank you” letter to them when I moved away.

It is cozy, hosts events, and even has the sweetest cat, Flynn. The bartenders are great at reading people too. They were so kind and remembered me, and they would be able to towel whether I wanted to talk or whether I just wanted to read. It always meant so much to me, and I hope I find a time to stop back there soon. ❤“

“One of the most authentic Japanese restaurant experiences you can have in KY. Simple and delicious dishes executed with precision, a killer sake menu with nerdy choices, and friendly owners serving through the night. Truly a gem and a treat to have in Lexington.“

“Great location! Historic beautiful building. The bar tenders are extremely knowledgeable and the bourbon selection is amazing!! Old bottles for days! I actually saw the owner, as he was walking by, stop and top off my wife’s champagne glass. Great attention to detail, very classy place.“

“Wonderful Place, will be going again“

“Outstanding watering hole“

“LOVE LOVE LOVE Ramsey's! Every time we visit Lex it's always our first stop for excellent food & wonderful friendly staff!!!“

“Nice casual place to go with good music and a patio for good weather. The bartenders rock 🤘🏼“

“Cheap beer, cheap drinks, awesome venue for live bands. Small casual place,friendly folks. Drove 3hrs from the butthole of Ohio to see Greenleaf, Howling Giant, Swamp Hawk and Crop. Cool outside area, there is a bench to sit upon
On the side of the venue, which is nice when you're old. Patrons ages ranged from 20's-60's. One of my favorite shows and the best place I've been. Didn't eat here, Uber to here from 3miles away, seems to be ample motel options near, Uber experience was timely and cool.
I won't hesitate to make the trip again, I'm actually looking forward to it.“

“A precious wine bar in Greyline Station and the only wine bar in Lexington! I love the selection, and the bartender and owners are so friendly. Highly recommend to everyone! You will have a 'darling' time!“

“Great music great vibes. wouldn't mind going back at all.“

“Wonderful people and a wonderful place ❤️“

“SandTrap is an awesome place with a really nice setup and a very cool system that's both fun and easy to use. The facility is clean, well-maintained, and has a quiet, relaxing atmosphere that makes it easy to enjoy your time without distractions. The equipment worked great, everything was organized, and the overall experience exceeded my expectations. Whether you're practicing your game or just having fun with friends, this is a fantastic place to visit. I'll definitely be coming back and highly recommend it to others!“

“Great place great atmosphere!!!“

“Old time friends (family). Relaxed place, gets hopping!“

“Fun Irish pub, great charm and company!“

“The most personable, ecclectic, welcoming crowd! Join the kaleidoscope and enjoy friendly bartenders, great bar food, meeting great people and genuinely just having fun!“

“This place is awesome! Josh is a great bartender and will keep you entertained and can literally talk to you about anything. Beer, wings, in house roasted coffee and a liquor store to grab some drinks to go. Tons of beer and liquor options so there is something for everyone. Go there!“

“folkpunk vibes but not too smelly. good place to have awkward conversations and observe the changes in life“

“I love it here every time I go I will say one of the waitresses gives you an attitude a lot if you don't tip and the other night when I went out it wasn't my money so it wasn't like I could tip but aside from that I love it here“

“I went to 2 Fisted for the first time ever last Friday (Feb. 6). I was mainly there to see the band play because I haven't seen a good live band in a very long time. The band that played that night (I forget the name of them...sorry!) was amazing! They sounded awesome! The overall vibe of the place is just as great, and their staff is just as great. I'll definitely be coming back to check out some good live music and to get my share of my favorite drink: A Coke and lime! LOL See y'all soon! 😎“

“Only been a few times now, but defo worth stopping in for the cozy vibes. Clearly is a place folks come to gather. Several groups were hanging out, and this place caters to those willing to try unique cocktails. Right now, they have a warm wine based drink to fight the chill.

Was a great 2nd stop on my weekend bar crawl 🔥“

“Wow! If you love bourbon… if you love craft cocktails and craft beer… B&R is a MUST!!! We had a perfectly balanced sour, a spirit forward old fashioned (smoked peel!) and their Coffee & Smoke which is a fun twist on a Manhattan with their own smoky flair. We arrived too late for their full menu, but their bar bites definitely did not disappoint…. The wings!!!! We will be back every time we’re in Lexington!“

“The little hole in the wall with the greatest regulars and bartenders you could imagine. Not sure there’s anywhere else in Lex that provides the same experience. Can’t recommend this spot more.“

“This place is great. Came in from out of town and went to a concert. Had to walk the dog and ended up in this great, pet friendly bar. We were so excited to find such a cool spot. Super affordable. Noticed half way through our first round that we had lost an expensive ring somewhere. The owner helped us look for a while and we left our information with him after not being able to find it. Turns out, it had been dropped outside and as luck would have it, some honest person turned it in the next day and the owner gave us a call and kept it safe until it could be retrieved. The atmosphere and space is great and the place is clean! (I’d know I was searching under tables and in the corners for that ring😆) I definitely recommend Devilish Current and we plan to return on our next visits to Lex.“

“Fantastic!!! best in town !!“

“One team member said: "The Obstinate Sons is by far one of my favorite restaurants! They have an incredible vintage whiskey selection and an incredible menu. Their deviled egg (and I don't say this lightly) was the best deviled egg I've ever had in my life. They also have very solid portions and an incredibly nice staff!"“

“This place has a fun and friendly vibe. Drinks are reasonably priced and service is great! They always have different themes and events to keep it fun. The foam parties (Bubble Time KY) are always a huge success and a ton of fun. Definitely check this place out of youre looking to bust the boredom blues and have a fun time!“

“Great drinks and a rotating restaurant. Staff is super cool, drinks are fast, affordable, and TASTY!
It's a gorgeous place to get a quiet drink sometimes, but there's always something going on, a perfect neighborhood experience.
What's not to love?“

“My favorite bar in Lexington. Awesome drinks, bartenders, and atmosphere. It can get packed, but only because it does everything right. (Also, if you like gin, try the Emporer's New Grove. Probably my fav drink in town next to Bar Ona's Corpse Reviver No. 2“

“Great Place! Friendly people and terrific bartender!“

“If you like Cole’s you’ll love this place. Excellent food. Great service. Nice atmosphere.“

“Cozy bar inside the Sire Hotel, Lexington, with excellent concoctions by hospitable bartender Natalie, who crafted top-notch drinks for us like Race Thyme and Buck Bramble (check out their menu online). Natalie also mixed a mean sangria. She's a gem. We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves at this spot.“

“The Old Guys Pub Crawl have been here several times and always on a Thursday so that we can be with Linda. Linda makes this place one of the very best bars on our weekly pub crawl. We love this place. Just been to Spuds again. Wonderful experience.“

“I had the lunch buffet on Sat, i tried a taste of almost everything. I found it delicious and the lamb was so tender. All the chicken items were tasty as well as the vegetable dishes. Especially loved the lentils. I would recommend you try it. I plan to return to try some of their signature dishes.“

“Love centro we come out here every 4th and every opportunity we have…“

“Amazing food!! New favorite lunch spot!“

“Great new York style pizza! crumbled sausage was fantastic. Will be back for sure.“

“Wonderful staff food was excellent.“

“Great restaurant and servers with excellent food. Tried the Ford’s Pickles, which were deep fried spears breaded in panko, and a special dipping sauce. To me the sauce has a horseradish style taste, but was really good.
We also got the Fords Signature burger, medium well. It was absolutely delicious. Just the right amount of BBQ sauce, the meat done right, crispy bacon, freshly toasted bun. Our server suggested the sweet potato tots with caramel sauce for our side. Was hesitant to try, but absolutely glad we did! Crispy tots with sweet, warm caramel. Dessert in itself!
First time here and will definitely be back!“

“Incredibly impressed with this airport bar.

Bartender attentive, knowledgeable, and very personable.

Staff just as nice. I noticed how they invite everyone in who is looking. Asked if patrons needed dessert or anything else.. love that.

Food was great too.

Good management.

Check out the Bourbon Library in Lexington.“

“Rented out the space to host a retirement party for one of our employees. Javier was wonderful and very flexible when I had to reschedule last minute. He made sure we had everything we needed. The food was amazing and the drinks were even better! The bartender was wonderful. Would definitely book this space for an event again, or even just go with some friends!“

“Lauren and Chris are magnificent. Their service is exceptional, sweet smiles, and kind words are the Very Best. Rarely, if I do stay at a different hotel downtown, I come to the Hilton Downtown Lexington, to the Big Blue Martini. The food is delicious, so there is no reason to leave the hotel, just go doeysirx the Big Blue Martini. Enjoy😊“