50 Best Dog Friendly Restaurants Lexington

“Both service and food were outstanding! Our server, Samantha, was super nice and took great care of us. This place not only has authentic cuisine but it's relaxed fine dining and not pretentious. Thanks again!“

“Exceptional meal from start to finish. The food was absolutely delicious, flavorful, and clearly made with care. What truly set this place apart, though, was the staff. Everyone was incredibly kind, welcoming, and attentive—some of the best hospitality I’ve experienced anywhere. You can tell they genuinely care about both the food and the people they serve. I’ll absolutely be back the next time I’m in Lexington.“

“Such great food, friendly staff and we will be back.“

“Literally the best place in Lex!!! Food is amazing, staff is friendly!“

“First time trying Agave & Rye...wow! Everything we tried was fresh & exploding with flavor! So delicious! Cannot wait to go again!“

“I had an amazing lunch date with my mom and sister at Osaka! The staff provided wonderful service and greeted us warmly from the moment we arrived. We were served delicious appetizers that were beautifully presented and absolutely tasty.

One thing I really loved was their lunch special it’s one of the best deals around and very filling for the price. In the photo, I ordered the New York Kosher Roll, Philadelphia Roll, and Shrimp Tempura Roll, and every roll was fresh and delicious. We also enjoyed some cheesecake bites and mochi ice cream for dessert, which were the perfect sweet treat to end our meal.

I also included a photo of the lunch special menu for anyone who may be interested. The food arrived on time, everything was reasonably priced, and the overall experience was fantastic. I’ll definitely be coming back! :)“

“The folks working at Agave and Rye are super friendly and very helpful. The food was fantastic.“

“Old School Coffee is a must-visit spot in Lex! The baristas are so fun and love to chat whenever you visit. This coffee shop is in a beautiful "old school" building that is fun to explore. All of their drinks are school-themed, and they always have a drink of the week that is a must-try! Definitely give this place a try!“

“What a great treat! The host greeted us with the most genuinely enthusiastic hello and introduced all the front of house staff by name, made recommendations and directed us to the cashier. Speaking of, she was equally delightful and helpful. Now, let’s talk about the real stuff…. The food… OMG!! Tso’s tacos, biscuits, coffee, honey butter, and… and… and… THE GRAVY! We will be back!“

“A visit to the Lexington Brewing & Distilling Co. is a great way to experience both bourbon and bourbon-barrel-aged beer in one stop. The visitor center, set inside a historic ice house, adds a unique and authentic backdrop to the tour.

While the beer production has since moved to Founders Brewing Co., the tour still offers a solid tasting lineup that showcases a variety of beer expressions. On the distilling side, the Town Branch Bourbon tasting is decently done, featuring a few distinctive profiles that stand out from more traditional pours.

Overall, it’s an enjoyable and informative experience—especially for those interested in the intersection of craft beer and bourbon in the heart of Kentucty.“

“Great pizza, amazing small business owner highly recommend, best wings in town“

“Cozy setting, wonderfully helpful staff, and the food is glorious! French toast, the fish sandwich, and the brisket sausage are must tries on your first visit!“

“Going to this place makes my day so much better the food and atmosphere is always amazing. 💚“

“What a great treat! The host greeted us with the most genuinely enthusiastic hello and introduced all the front of house staff by name, made recommendations and directed us to the cashier. Speaking of, she was equally delightful and helpful. Now, let’s talk about the real stuff…. The food… OMG!! Tso’s tacos, biscuits, coffee, honey butter, and… and… and… THE GRAVY! We will be back!“

“Very good! Food and staff were wonderful. Try the croquettes!“

“So i ordered curbside today, before I pulled off, I realized my order was not correct..I went inside spoke with the manager Kylie, and my order was fixed, not only did she recook my order,but she made sure I had fresh bread as well. such a warm person, she went above and beyond to correct the mistake! I just want to say, I see you kylie,your doing great things, may god continue to bless you. thank you again! Narissa“

“Great staff, great atmosphere. The Loco Hash is fantastic!“

“Great beer! They’ve got something for everyone. The bartender was so nice and recommended other breweries to try while we’re in town. We’ll be back!“

“Great atmosphere, the staff is spot on. Mother fries are the bomb! Oysters and shrimp cocktail was very good! My wife and I both had the “ prime rib” recently. I’m not a butcher but what we had was not “prime rib”. It was I believe a $28 “chuck roast”.“

“The staff here goes above and beyond making excellent recommendations. The food we ordered was fresh and delicious. Had so many choices for our drinks-amazing. I highly recommend this restaurant!“

“I love to try local and this one didn’t disappoint. Lots of selections and an amazing crew with great recommendations.“

“I first tasted Wise Bird Cider at the GOSHEN TAPROOM, right on the edge of Metro Louisville. It’s on tap and in cans! The Pomme Pomme Cider is SO DELICIOUS! The others are great too, but the PP is my favorite. If you can’t make it to Lexington (an amazing place to visit), make the shorter trip to Goshen.“

“The chicken and waffles were amazing.“

“One team member said: "Winchell's Restaurant and Bar is a Lexington classic sports bar with people-pleasing food for the entire crew. Whether it's game day snacks and drinks or a big family breakfast, this busy restaurant offers big portions, great service, and is a Lexington staple for a reason. "“

“We were in Lexington on vacation and love family owned business. We ordered one of everything. (we just couldn't decide) .Our food truly was heavens. Loved it all. Sure wish we lived closer. Well, maybe its a good thing we don't. 😆 Thank you for all your family's hard work.“

“A wonderful coffee shop!! Great atmosphere and a delicious cappuccino!!“

“I had an absolutely amazing time this evening! The atmosphere was the perfect blend of industrial and casual, creating such a cool and inviting vibe. The food was incredible—I had the pizza, which was delicious, and paired it with a #23 strawberry hard cider that was just perfect. Fred, the bartender, was fantastic—so personable and helpful in guiding my selections. His recommendations made the experience even better. I truly had such an enjoyable evening and can’t wait to come back!“

“A team member said: "Healthy Vibes is the best. From walking in and being greeted with a warm smile, to having a genuine conversation, to their amazing teas, shakes and acai bowls. You cannot go wrong with anything on their menu. Highly recommend!!"“

“Absolutely stunning location. Incredible, natural food; phenomenal environment. Hosts a multitude of really cool looking events for artistic community engagement. VISIT THIS ESTABLISHMENT.“

“The food and staff are amazing!! The food is fresh and well worth the price. Highly recommended!“

“First time to eat here. Simply put, the food was delicious! Loved the wings, pizza, Greek salad, and the Brussels & Taters. I highly recommend PieTana.“

“I really love this spot. I love their flights and trying their wide variety of beers. I really like their sour, IPAs, and their Amber. I’m not a huge stout-lover, but I really liked what I tried. They even cycle in seasonal drinks too! I really liked the apple cider bourbon slushy they had, too, which was a pleasant surprise that I didn’t see coming!!

They have a lot of different areas to sit so it’s not super crowded with tons of people standing and blocking walkways, which was also nice! I had a delicious burger from the restaurant next door (they bring food over to the brewery) and it had great beer cheese!

They also had LOTS of power outlets, so I was able to get work done on my laptop! The employees were also fun to talk to and very kind. All around, it was a nice place to visit!“

“Top favorite restaurant in Lexington. I have eaten dozens of time, everything is always fresh, delicious and beautiful. very reasonable prices as well. love ❤️ 😍“

“Stumbled on Ethereal Brewing Public House during a quick trip to Lex to see a UK game, and I’m so glad we stopped in! Great drink selection, delicious southern German - American food that had me missing home, the bartenders and staff were friendly, and the atmosphere was just fantastic. Can’t wait to come back!“

“My husband and I having family night with our sons at Blue Sushi Sake Grilled“

“Couldn't be happier stopping in to get some doughnuts today. The staff behind the counter were super nice. When I proclaimed I had never been here before they had recommendations ready for me to try. I bought both of them, and they were both great! Would recommend anyone to check this place out.“

“Best coffee+ ever! Great community spirit. Awesome homemade salads and breakfast foods. Great charcuterie in the afternoon evening and paired with excellent wine. Great evening entertainment and/or trivia, etc. all week long.“

“Biscuit Belly is a great spot for brunch! The service is always fantastic and their biscuits are DELICIOUS! Great coffee and cocktails too!“

“Chelsea our server was great and she made great recommendations. We tried the pretzel sticks with beer cheese, these are the best ever. Boone fries, the pimento cheese dog and the spicy chicken sandwich. The blackberry jalapeño sauce is soooo good!! Would definitely eat there again. Everything we had was really good. I don’t think their pricing is higher than anywhere else. Eating out in general is not cheap!!“

“Creative menu, delicious, FRESH food, great atmosphere, friendly staff. It’s a favorite stop of mine when I’m visiting Lexington from California.“

“I absolutely love their French toast! Friendly professional staff. Very welcoming place. I definitely recommend!“

“Very nice little Italian restaurant with a bar inside, I had the Chicago beef and french fries and a blue moon I also tried one of their house margaritas could have used more margarita mix in a little more tequila but it was good, they did not have no chicken cacciatore or cannolis for dessert that was a bummer but overall pretty nice place.“

“Favorite coffee in Lex…. And honestly anywhere else! Been going for years it’s become a part of our weekend routine!“

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

“Great spot to meet for a quick chat, or to come hang out for longer work sessions. The baristas are kind, and the pastries from DV8 kitchen are awesome!“

“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!“

“The fried green tomato BLT is wonderful! Quaint atmosphere, great service, and terrific food.“

“Food is always amazing with excellent service.“

“and great service. Also offers reward program“

“Great adventure! Nice people. Tasty ice cream.“