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.“

“Great place great atmosphere!!!“

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

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

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

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

“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!“

“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!“

“Can’t wait to go back and try more drinks and more dishes! I had the Yuzu cocktail—delish, refreshing and a dish with tofu in a sauce and scallions and fried garlic and seaweed salad. The salty tofu and the sweet yuzu drink were perfect together. Then I tried a floral/dry sake and ended the night with a tofu cheese puff. Excellent end of the night bite. Service is great! Recommendations were lovely. Vibes are cozy and relaxed. I’ll be back!“

“Outstanding watering hole“

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

“Wonderful people and a wonderful place ❤️“

“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! 👋“

“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.“

“What a cool place with an awesome atmosphere. Did not feel like i was being judged for my bad golf swing XD and very professional. Good selection of beer on hand to help my confidence. Will be back for some more practice and the great vibes.“

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

“Outstanding watering hole“

“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!“

“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!“

“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! 😎“

“Great spot but the staff here and the quality of service is what really took our experience to the next level. From security to bartenders, everyone was lovely. Took such, such great care of us. I’m from out of town and the night we visited here was really my first time in Lexington other than just passing through so I just wanna thank the team here for a great ‘first impression’ of the city. Yall keep making it happen🙌“

“Great Place! Friendly people and terrific bartender!“

“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!“

“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.“

“Wonderful Place, will be going again“

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

“The most fun I've ever had at a bar in downtown Lexington happened here. The bartender that night (Larry) was a blast. Quiet bar, but amazing customer service. We randomly walked in and stayed for the entire night out. We've tried to go back twice, but they were closed for the night, but still a great bar if you're just trying to hang out!“

“Fun Irish pub, great charm and company!“

“Al’s Bar is a Lexington treasure. Always booking great acts and hosting a wide variety of rad events, with a sizable back patio and reasonable prices. It’s been a favorite space of mine for over 10 years now, and I hope it’s around for another 100 so I can keep coming back and making memories 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“

“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.“

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

“Fantastic!!! best in town !!“

“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.“

“BBM is the perfect place to relax after a day exploring downtown Lexington. We stopped in for a drink and dessert, and both were excellent. Everything was fresh, well prepared, and made for a great evening.

One thing that really stood out was the atmosphere. Unlike our hotel room upstairs, the air conditioning here actually worked, making it a cool and comfortable place to unwind after being out in the summer heat.

The staff was friendly and attentive without hovering, and the setting was comfortable whether you're meeting friends for a nightcap or just looking for a quiet place to enjoy dessert.

If you're staying at the Hilton Lexington Downtown, don't overlook the hotel bar. It ended up being one of the highlights of our stay, even if the room itself wasn't. We'd definitely stop in again.“

“Wonderful staff food was excellent.“

“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 🔥“

“The Break Room bar is a smallish place with outdoor seating in a balcony plus another area for a small band. Drink prices for beer and liquor are cheap. Service by the bartender was very good and friendly. The atmosphere is quaint and rustic. Good place and recommend you try it out.“

“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?“

“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.“

“Great meal-outstanding space, impeccable service and perfectly prepared food. Well worth the hour and a half drive.“

“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”.“

“Our server Connor did a great job! Awesome environment at Condado!“

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

“Amazing food!! New favorite lunch spot!“

“I had an awesome experience at Georgie’s Social House. The atmosphere is one of the best parts was modern, lively, and perfect whether you’re going out with friends or just looking for a fun night in Lexington. It strikes a great balance between upscale and relaxed.“

“I fly regularly and have been coming thru LEX at least twice a year for over a decade. This is my favorite airport restaurant to eat at. The food is always consistent and well prepared, the drinks are well made, and the service is high quality, consistent and very friendly. I’ve seen the same staff here for years and it shows in how well run this space is.“