50 Best Dog Friendly Restaurants Lexington

“I love this restaurant, it has one of the most thoughtful atmospheres, lovely staff to converse with whether it be about things happening in life or the menu, and the Food is very unique compared to anything else in Lexington. That being said, several of the dishes lack diversity. If you order the Rip and Roti and the rice bowl, know you’re getting two orders of the rip and roti essentially, just ones over rice with green beans and one is with bread. I ordered the Rip and Roti, The rice bowl, the shrimp toast, and the crab pasta with my wife, and the initial wow was great. The appetizers hit a fun mellow flavor profile that spoke of comfort and easy days in the sun. The only downside is that the flavors tend to blend together where nothing really stands out. If you takeaway a dish home, I helped it with some lime juice and it helped the dish tremendously. I think if they added a bit of vibrancy to the dishes as a garnish… Lime, pickles/pickled something (the onions might be picked but don’t add the acidity that would give the flavors that vibrance), or something with a bit of acidity, or maybe a fruit garnish/chutney. I think that would really help to diversify the dishes and make each one pop on its own.“

“My friend and I stopped here from out of town; very impressed with both the non-vegan and vegan options. The food was EXCELLENT, staff was very friendly. Black beans, etoufeé and jambalaya were all excellent. Would come back in a heartbeat. Bellamy the travel frog gives it 5/5 frogs.“

“Everything on the menu is awesome, the prices are great, and the portions are huge!“

“Hands down one of the best dining experiences I’ve had! Quick & exceptional service. Every employee I came in contact with was friendly and helpful! Highly recommended!“

“I've eaten here for the past two days The hummus is the best The grilled chicken is the best I've ever had The grilled onions and tomatoes are charred perfect and go great with the chicken and then a lil tzatziki sauce The cucumber and tomatoes are very fresh and perfect“

“The taco flights (The Filthy Fajita, The Smokeshow and The Gangsta) were Amazing as was our appetizer (Shrimp Rangoon Bites)!! Strawberry Bombshell on the rocks was definitely the bomb! Speaking of being the bomb, gotta give it up to our server Tonni and the general manager Nick who were both so nice, helpful and accommodating!! We will definitely be repeat customers! Thank you for a wonderful experience!!“

“Just love stopping by to visit when in town . Talented artists and great food . Always talented new artists showcasing their creations. Food always excellent and made to order. Beautiful cosy garden space to eat outside if you wish“

“I had been wanting to visit DV8 for quite some time now, not only for my love of trying out new places, but because of the background of this place. Let me first say, I visited the Broadway location on 1/19/25 and cannot wait to come back. The environment was great including the decor and the staff. Everyone was friendly and helpful. I had the breakfast tacos and took home the chicken salad and it was amazing. I couldn't leave without snagging a couple cups, hoodie, and a sticker. Having a passion for those in recovery (I have 12.5 years myself) I couldn't wait to get myself in this place and now I can't wait to come back!!“

“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!“

“This was our second stop on a couple of breweries we were hitting throughout Kentucky. We were greeted warmly and in no time, we were in the hands of our tour guide Steven. Steven’s animated personality made for a tour that was witty, engaging, and educational without any moment being dull. We have been talking about our great experience throughout other tours we’ve done since then. Shout outs to Steven!“

“What one of our team members said: "We love Rolling Oven! Their pizza + sandwiches are so delicious. Their staff is so friendly. Can't recommend more!"“

“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!“

“I had been wanting to visit DV8 for quite some time now, not only for my love of trying out new places, but because of the background of this place. Let me first say, I visited the Broadway location on 1/19/25 and cannot wait to come back. The environment was great including the decor and the staff. Everyone was friendly and helpful. I had the breakfast tacos and took home the chicken salad and it was amazing. I couldn't leave without snagging a couple cups, hoodie, and a sticker. Having a passion for those in recovery (I have 12.5 years myself) I couldn't wait to get myself in this place and now I can't wait to come back!!“

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

“Was at proud Mary's for mothers day and had an wonderful time. Food was amazing. Upstairs bathroom was super clean. Out side area was super clean staff was also amazing and super clean. I see comments about an bathroom being not so clean. Well here is what I have to say don't let your children stuff whole roles of butt paper in the John's and if u make a mess let some one know. And the place is very old and down stair is an over flow restroom u would be complaining if it was closed. Yes it has water in floor but also seen a boy and girl playing in sink and stall. Over 5 out of if I could give 6 stars I would.“

“I was here at the new Tates Creek location this past weekend and 5 stars on every single thing ! So glad to have Wild Eggs here at this location !“

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

“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.“

“Some of the best food in Lex at a great price.“

“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!“

“Excellent white chocolate chip pancakes and sausage egg biscuit sandwich. Java’s good too. Highly recommend!“

“Great beer. dog friendly. spent a nice afternoon there.“

“I tried Stella's Kentucky Deli for the first time today. I got carry-out but once getting there would’ve probably opted to dine-in if I would’ve saw the place first. It was so quaint, cozy, and the perfect amount of quirky. The staff was friendly and the food was amazing. I got the fried green tomato BLT (comes with chips), a side of cheese grits, and a slice of Kentucky pie. The sandwich was excellent with thick cut bacon and crispy fried green tomatoes and basil mayo, the cheese grits were thick and had a delicious savory flavor, and the Kentucky pie (pecan pie with bourbon and chocolate chips) was sweet and rich — just perfect. 10/10“

“A big shout out to Gus's for all their support of our first responders and kids. Love that Chicken and their mac and cheese!“

“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!!"“

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

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

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

“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!“

“West 6 is a super favorite of the Old Guys Pub Crawl. We've have crawled here more than any other bar/pub from the 80-90 places we've been over the past two years. We bring first time guests to West 6. I don't mention food much but the seafood here is one of our top choice places.“

“Hunter our waitress was awesome. Food was delicious.“

“Just got done eating there. Spicy Chicken and Waffles were great. Chicken had a very crispy breading and juicy meat…perfection. Waffle had a nice mild flavor and the addition of hot honey made it fantastic!“

“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 staff are kind and helpful in this relaxed, casual spot. My fish tacos were so delish simply fried with an avacado sauce. I also tried the hushpuppies and they are the best I've had. I look forward to returning and trying more from the menu.“

“The most delicious Greek dishes in the area and the service is unbeatable. Always a super friendly staff, the atmosphere is upscale casual and the restaurant is always clean and inviting.“

“Fast, friendly service. Affordable food. Vegetarian options. Interesting eating environment“

“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.“

“Great salad and shrimp flatbread was yummy. Prices are great. I felt comfortable and safe dining alone (traveling through).“

“Came here after the neighboring restaurant, Ramsey’s, refused to seat us — 1 hour before closing. I have to say that Five Guys stepped up, the staff was extra friendly, the food was bussin, & it was an excellent experience. I HIGHLY recommend this place! Great food. Great people. Great service.“

“It’s nice and clean in subway .people are so good and give nice service.love this subway .“

“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!“

“Yum yum so hot and tasty. They asked me 2 times what sauce I wanted and still didn’t put it in the bag. Sad to get home and have no sauce. On the other hand I was thrilled to find out they still have a chicken cordon blue sandwich. It was delicious.“

“I brought my kiddos here with me as a Valentine's treat today, and the staff made them feel right at home. Nothing but props and kindness when my 9-year-old son confidently ordered hot chocolate with marshmallows, straight espresso, and bought a 95% dark chocolate bar. One of the employees even overheard my daughter ask to go grab a water from the counter and brought it to her before she had the chance to ask. It can be nerve wracking to take your children out. Not here. They already want to go back. 😄 Oh, and the taste? My daughter called it, and I quote, "The BEST hot chocolate I've ever had." My son says he wants to make this our official coffee spot. Good people and yummy drinks. ✨“

“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!!“

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

“Pepperoni pups are delicious, bread is just enough to get you primed, Lasagna is devine, chicken gorgonzola has amazing flavor, and the garlic bread has the perfect amt of garlic and cheese. The chocolate cake is a little dense and rich but good, definitely share it!! Definitely recommend. Ash was a fantastic waitress as well!“

“I was did drank an one ½ sweet ½ unsweet tea and it's was delicious. During my social moment with the kind people on the cash registers, I feel welcomed and honored to dine on Canes DB1.“

“A stop here is an essential part of any American road trip.“

“First timing trying this place. Fill place, feels like a neighborhood spoke with some unique dishes on the menu.

I got the Lumberjack burger. It came out raw, ordered it medium. They took it back I expected a new burger, the simply further cooked the burger. This time it was well done. Not a big deal flavor was still there, juicy and well seasoned. However, I think much of the Beer cheese had cooked off.

We got the salad with orange vinaigrette and it was very good. The squash soup was also nice on a snowy day.

Service was excellent and enjoyed the experience. The only negative was the burger cook and the not getting a new burger. Just kind of pointless to ask for how I’d like it cooked.

Would eat here again though“

“This place has good food and drinks and fun atmosphere but the only thing I would change is for the servers to stop making us feel rushed. They keep asking every couple of minutes if “you’re done with that” and then just eventually take the things anyways. Other than that this place is great.“