41 Best Salad Restaurants in Lexington

“I always look for some good Greek/Mediterranean food whenever I travel. I traveled to Lexington this week and found Zaki before I left town. I got a gyro wrap and an order of the stuffed grape leaves. It was absolutely amazing! I enjoyed EVERY bite! I only wish I lived closer, so I could eat there more frequently.“

“Stopped by on our way through town! Every person ordered something distant it all came out AMAZING! Support this awesome family and their amazing food“

“ate there today for the first time and my wife and i said it is our new goto when in lexington the entire crew was superb and the atmosphere great bob marley was playing...beed i say more!!! good times, great food, and will be back with family! thank you gang! oh, and try the prickly pear lemonade“

“During our visit to Kentucky’s Bourbon Country, we had the distinct pleasure of dining at what has quickly become our favorite restaurant in the area. From start to finish, the experience was exceptional. The food was nothing short of outstanding—flavorful, expertly prepared, and perfectly paired with a diverse and impressive collection of bourbons. What truly set this restaurant apart, however, was the warm and welcoming atmosphere, which made it feel like more than just a meal out, but rather an experience shared with friends. The staff’s hospitality and dedication to making every guest feel at home contributed to what was undoubtedly a memorable evening. We are already eagerly anticipating our next visit and look forward to enjoying another fantastic meal, discovering more exceptional bourbons, and sharing the experience with some great friends. Highly recommended for anyone visiting the Bourbon Country region—whether you're a bourbon enthusiast or simply someone who appreciates great food and service.“

“The most delicious fresh salads made to your liking! I’ve been here 5 times now and never had a bad meal or experience!!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ 5 hearts“

“I have loved Blaze pizza since there was one on UK‘s campus at the corner of Lime and Pine. I miss them terribly. Today I decided to drive clear across town to eat at the one at the Summit. It did not disappoint. I love that you can build your own pizza, plus they have green olives. None of the major pizza joints or chains have green olives. Blaze also has Coke instead of Pepsi, which bumps it up on my list. The manager on duty was named Shirley and she made sure the experience was a good one from the time you walked in until the time you left. The staff was very attentive and engaged us to the point of telling us about the specials. I got a half pizza and a drink deal and my son got a build your own 11 inch. Both were delicious. We will be driving clear across town more often because it is my new favorite pizza.“

“Was going through Lexington to see my family and this place caught my eye, curiousity killed the cat, had to see what it was about.. Very friendly staff and plenty of cool things to buy. Loved the candles and drip recipes.. Ower was a very beautiful lady who was extremely polite and helped me with choosing frim the menu. When it go back I would love to try their different varieties of their tea. Thanks again ladys ??“

“The most delicious food, ever. I never feel like I’m eating “vegan” when I’m eating it. Anetra is a wizard behind the scenes and puts her heart into her art. I’ve never had a thing from her that I didn’t LOVE. 💕“

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

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

“We came from out of state to tour UK with our daughter. We got to El Mariachi with hungry bellies. The food was great, skinny margaritas were divine, and the service from Ulises was out of this world. Overall a fantastic place to eat. Hopefully we’ll be able to come back in the fall!“

“Amazing staff and food 😍“

“Service was good, but do not sit in the bar area. Service is a little slower. Food was also good , pasta a tad bit dry. Doing the lunch time you can expect to wait 10 to 15 minutes extra for a table. The decor of this Olive garden seems to be much brighter and lighter than most and much more peeling.“

“We had a delightful time with the family for an early dinner. My second most important besides the handicap parking which defiantly should be visited is our service!
Our servers name was Tisa J. Miss Tisa was an exceptional, fun loving and caring server. She had each thing we needed at the table before we even ask. She was exceptional at anticipating what each of us needed and smiled as she did it. Being in the service business for many years I can say Tisa is someone I would love to be on my team working beside me on a daily basis. You all have a gem in her and each table should be greatful to get her as a server. Thank you all for a wonderful family visit.
Thanks again Tisa!“

“Taco Tico in Lexington was more than just a meal for me—it was reconnecting with a piece of my youth. Growing up in Kentucky, Taco Tico was my first real introduction to Tex-Mex fast food, and seeing one still thriving honestly made me smile. This location on Pimlico Parkway appears very well run, clean, and staffed by genuinely friendly people.

What stood out most was how much fresher and more substantial the food felt compared to larger national chains. Everything tasted properly prepared instead of mass assembled. The carne asada tacos were well dressed and flavorful, and the fish tacos were excellent, with fish that was just slightly overdone but still very enjoyable.

Best of all, the value was incredible—five tacos and two drinks for under $18. No gimmicks, no unnecessary flash, just genuinely good Tex-Mex fast food done right. It’s nice to see something from your younger days still around and still delivering quality“

“Had an AMAZINGGGG experience with my take out order from Thee Sassys ! Ordered the winglets meal sided with mac , green beans, sweet potatoes n cornbread. Fabulous hands down. Would definitely recommend and make sure to tip it’s fully employed by our locals ! 10/10 experience all across the board. Get there !!“

“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“

“Being a paramedic means eating whatever you can whenever you can. Sakura has great food at a great price and is a good way to break away from the monotony of overpriced hamburgers and every restaurant's "original" chicken sandwich. My truck partner and I make a habit of swinging through once or twice a week.“

“My three daughters and I ate at Smashing Tomato last night and as usual the food was absolutely amazing and the service was outstanding. We’re so lucky to have real Neapolitan pizza restaurant in Lex.“

“One of our team members said, "My favorite restaurant in all of Lexington. Great food, great staff, great prices. The vegan chocolate pudding is heaven in a bowl!"“

“This salad is most excellent!!! Fresh and flavorful. And I mean flavor FULL! Always happy with the quality and service from Nourished Folks!!!!“

“Kid friendly atmosphere and tasty pizza!“

“Today I ordered the penne pasta and meatballs. It was very good but since I have a serious issue with acid reflex I could only eat a little of the tomato sauce. The manager saw I was not eating and asked if something was wrong. I explained the problem and he graciously gave me a free ham sandwich to take home. Now THAT is customer service. Kudos to that wonderful manager.“

“We always enjoy sitting outside at Palmers! Wonderful food and fantastic service!!!“

“Awesome place to dine. One of my favorite places to eat.“

“Sam's sushi has consistently amazing food, and fantastic service! Best sushi place in Lexington!“

“Whichever gentleman was the manager or assistant manager on 3/24/26 at around 1:00 deserves recognition for how he handled things during an obviously hectic time. I hope this review finds its way upper management bc that guy deserves his exceptional work being recognized.“

“Stopped by Chic-Fil-A off Man O’ War to get a quick bite, the line was long as always, but had my food and was eating in no time. Good food that is consistent, my favorite meal is the Spicy Chicken combo with a regular lemonade. Just the right amount of spice, crispy waffle fries, and washing it down with a classic lemonade is always nice.“

“I live in the Hamburg area of Lexington, KY. Shanghai Bistro is not far from where I live and I eat there 1-2 times a week. I order the same meal every time: fried rice, broccoli and spring roll. I never wait long for my meal to arrive.The food is fresh and consistently excellent. The atmosphere is relaxed. I don’t feel rushed to eat and leave. I highly recommend trying Shanghai Bistro. Depending on the time of day you are there parking can be tight (there are several restaurants in the area). Mine is not a paid testimonial. Laura Hill (1/15/2026)“

“The food is great! 5 stars“

“I must leave a review for this establishment. I last minute decided to stop here while waiting to board my flight and the service I received from both Dan & Grant made me feel so much better than I did when I walked in. They were very attentive and never hesitated to be sure I was accommodated in the best way possible. I genuinely felt like this was a 5 star experience. They were personable and professional. They guided me through the menu as needed, offering great recommendations. I observed their interactions with the others guest and it was equally as excellent. For me service goes a LONG way. You never know what people are carrying when they take a second to dine in, or simply have a drink at a bar. A smile and great service makes all the difference. I will always come back here.“

“For someone that comes in 4 to 5 times a week you get to know the people behind the counter I used to do reviews on best places to eat Ashley is good at making you laugh easy to talk with but her customer service is what keeps me coming back

Come check it out you won't be disappointed“

“This was yesterday Ive called the store location with no luck of getting through. Not to mention I ordered a lg sweet tea and lg cup of ive and was charged for 2 drinks 🙄“

“Last weekend I went with my school on a field trip. Going through the line was fine, but as we got up to the counter the lady told us that the pop machine was down. Lemonade was a 10/10, the waffle fries were over salted, but other than that it was pretty good. Only issue I had was the woman who took the name from the order got my boyfriends name wrong, he told her "Ruiz, R-U-I-Z" and she put "Ryez" on the order lol. It was funny after though cause the guy who read it off looked just as confused as we were 💀“

“Ginny and Noah are amazing. They were both so incredibly nice. Noah took my order and was so helpful and Ginny was soooooo friendly. My friend I was eating with needed another plate because her sandwich was really messy and she brought her another plate and even said she was willing to remake the sandwich if it was too messy. She brought her another plate, another sauce for her sandwich, and brought us a sample from the bakery. Both amazing humans and employees.“

“This is the best CFA in town!“

“FOOD WAS GREAT! TOOK TOO LONG FOR FOOD TO BE READY.“

“Nice to go up and order an Arnold Palmer and not be asked what it is lol ...I believe Jamie was our cashier (I hope she forgot her name tag that day) but most delightful person 😊...all the staff was great ...food was delicious. As always for Mc Alisters.“

“Greetings, my fellow food connoisseurs, this Zaxby’s location in Lexington was splendid. To start, I really loved the outside and the design of the space, how the restaurant looks like it's a barn, which gives an added Southern feel to the space. I ordered a regular chicken-finger plate for a very friendly price of $11.50, which included five tenders, toast, fries, a drink, and Zaxby's sauce. The workers were very friendly here and ensured that everything was correct with my order. This space was very well kept and neat. The sauce was good, similar to other house-made sauces. The fries were very firm and not flimsy, which I really liked; the chicken was also cooked to a great crispiness. The employees and management here keep this restaurant very tidy and focus a lot on customer service, which I really admired. Overall, my time at Zaxby's was very nice, with great food and even better service!“

“The food was great, the employees went above and beyond for me as well. I don’t eat out often so was not 100% sure of the menu and I was greeted immediately with the employee being super super nice and patient and recommended me some items! Also the inside was very clean.“

“I had almost forgotten this good place to have a good meal at a reasonable price. Salads and soups for lunch. My favorite thing was that they have Caffeine Free Diet Pepsi, a rarity in most restaurants. 😎❤️🇺🇸“