Your guide to Lexington!

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Your guide to Lexington!

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We’re no strangers to Lexington. Located at 331 E. Short Street, we’ve combed its front country and its tucked-back corners since we were kids, most often on two wheels. We came to love our home and the community that filled it in ways we never thought possible. But, outside of the bike saddle, we could never find a hook on which to hang that affection. No more. Now that camaraderie/filial piety/romance/whatever that we found on two wheels has a place to live, grow, and be shared. We call it Bicycle Face. We love a cold beer and good company after a long ride. So much that we became the first Bicycle shop in Kentucky to install 8 taps with rotating local and craft beers. Come in for repairs and grab a cold one then belly up to the service bar and share your best stories while you wait!
Bicycle Face
331 E Short St
We’re no strangers to Lexington. Located at 331 E. Short Street, we’ve combed its front country and its tucked-back corners since we were kids, most often on two wheels. We came to love our home and the community that filled it in ways we never thought possible. But, outside of the bike saddle, we could never find a hook on which to hang that affection. No more. Now that camaraderie/filial piety/romance/whatever that we found on two wheels has a place to live, grow, and be shared. We call it Bicycle Face. We love a cold beer and good company after a long ride. So much that we became the first Bicycle shop in Kentucky to install 8 taps with rotating local and craft beers. Come in for repairs and grab a cold one then belly up to the service bar and share your best stories while you wait!
Evolving by season, The Summit at Fritz Farm features the region’s best food, fashion, social gatherings, and hosts an exciting collection of national brands and local favorites. The Summit at Fritz Farm includes over 60 street-level shops with more than 20 dining options featuring chef-inspired, local and regional flavors, modern, build-to-suit office space, luxury apartments and Kentucky’s first food hall – The Barn. The Summit at Fritz Farm serves as a community gathering place for the discerning Lexingtonian.
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The Summit at Fritz Farm
120 Summit At Fritz Farm
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Evolving by season, The Summit at Fritz Farm features the region’s best food, fashion, social gatherings, and hosts an exciting collection of national brands and local favorites. The Summit at Fritz Farm includes over 60 street-level shops with more than 20 dining options featuring chef-inspired, local and regional flavors, modern, build-to-suit office space, luxury apartments and Kentucky’s first food hall – The Barn. The Summit at Fritz Farm serves as a community gathering place for the discerning Lexingtonian.
The Kentucky Theatre is a familiar Landmark to generations of Lexingtonians. It's richly ornamented walls and glowing stained glass fixtures have hosted gala events and entertained overflowing crowds. They have also endured hard times and disasters, both natural and manmade. And so it stands today, a true palace of memories, a hall full of comedy, tragedy, drama, adventure, and just plain fun.
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Kentucky Theatre
214 E Main St
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The Kentucky Theatre is a familiar Landmark to generations of Lexingtonians. It's richly ornamented walls and glowing stained glass fixtures have hosted gala events and entertained overflowing crowds. They have also endured hard times and disasters, both natural and manmade. And so it stands today, a true palace of memories, a hall full of comedy, tragedy, drama, adventure, and just plain fun.
As the very first rickhouse tenant, Battle Axes, LLC is proud to call the James E. Pepper Distillery our home. We are located at 1170 Manchester Street, Suite 160, on the side with the giant mural. Want to hit the town but not sure where to go? Start with the walkable, historic Pepper Campus in the Lexington Distillery District near downtown Lexington. Situated on the banks of the Town Branch Creek, just west of the Lexington Center and Rupp Arena, the unique Pepper Campus includes a diverse mix of restaurants, bars, distilleries, breweries, a dessert lounge, an arcade, live music, and now: indoor hatchet throwing! At Battle Axes we offer casual throwing, league play, corporate events, and private parties. Over 70 canned beers and ciders (half of which are Kentucky Proud), soda, bottled water, and snack foods are available for purchase. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for all the updates on our events and leagues!
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Battle Axes, LLC
164 Manchester St
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As the very first rickhouse tenant, Battle Axes, LLC is proud to call the James E. Pepper Distillery our home. We are located at 1170 Manchester Street, Suite 160, on the side with the giant mural. Want to hit the town but not sure where to go? Start with the walkable, historic Pepper Campus in the Lexington Distillery District near downtown Lexington. Situated on the banks of the Town Branch Creek, just west of the Lexington Center and Rupp Arena, the unique Pepper Campus includes a diverse mix of restaurants, bars, distilleries, breweries, a dessert lounge, an arcade, live music, and now: indoor hatchet throwing! At Battle Axes we offer casual throwing, league play, corporate events, and private parties. Over 70 canned beers and ciders (half of which are Kentucky Proud), soda, bottled water, and snack foods are available for purchase. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for all the updates on our events and leagues!
Schnitzel & other German eats offered along with global beers, patio seating & beach volleyball.
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Marikka's Restaurant & Bier Stube
411 Southland Dr
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Schnitzel & other German eats offered along with global beers, patio seating & beach volleyball.

Coffee Shops

Some of Lexington's best coffee shops, with unique menus!
114 Church Street in Downtown Lexington, KY, we are a full-service coffee shop all day and Lexington's only Nightcap Coffee Bar*. Specifically providing specialty coffee & tea cocktails after 4pm Mon-Sat & after 11am Sundays. *21+ only during bar hours (including patio), no exceptions
Lussi Brown Coffee Bar
114 Church St
114 Church Street in Downtown Lexington, KY, we are a full-service coffee shop all day and Lexington's only Nightcap Coffee Bar*. Specifically providing specialty coffee & tea cocktails after 4pm Mon-Sat & after 11am Sundays. *21+ only during bar hours (including patio), no exceptions
Located at 400 Old Vine St Suite 104, this unique coffee shop offers a full menu including "Sipping Chocolates"! These melted down chocolate bars are steamed up with a touch of whole milk, ranging from 70% dark chocolates, to sweeter milk chocolates, and even some spicy options as well!
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Chocolate Holler
400 Old Vine St
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Located at 400 Old Vine St Suite 104, this unique coffee shop offers a full menu including "Sipping Chocolates"! These melted down chocolate bars are steamed up with a touch of whole milk, ranging from 70% dark chocolates, to sweeter milk chocolates, and even some spicy options as well!
Located at 105 Eastern Avenue Lexington, KY, this shop offers Coffee, Espresso based beverages, teas, apparel, packaged & bulk coffee, and coffee retail.
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A Cup Of Common Wealth
105 Eastern Ave
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Located at 105 Eastern Avenue Lexington, KY, this shop offers Coffee, Espresso based beverages, teas, apparel, packaged & bulk coffee, and coffee retail.

Bar Scene

West Main Crafting Co. is a craft cocktail bar located in downtown Lexington, KY. We make all of our ingredients in-house to provide the most exciting drinking experience possible—whether you’re drinking authentic classics or inventive new cocktails. We release two cocktail menus each year, one for the winter and one for warm weather, each themed after one of our many fandoms. We also are enthusiastic to share all the knowledge and arcana of cocktail history with our guests over a glass of absinthe—of which we also have an extensive collection. Our seasonal food menus strive to be both inventive and simple. Chef Greg Spaulding focuses on high quality ingredients, knowing where they come from, and treating them as simply and cleanly as possible. Reimagined regional and classic dishes are complimented by thoughtful programs like our Whole Animal Program and creative, thematic pairing dinners held throughout the year. And as much as we love drinkers and enthusiasts of all ages, we are strictly a 21+ venue, and can accommodate no minors, toddlers or infants.
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West Main Crafting Co
135 W Main St
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West Main Crafting Co. is a craft cocktail bar located in downtown Lexington, KY. We make all of our ingredients in-house to provide the most exciting drinking experience possible—whether you’re drinking authentic classics or inventive new cocktails. We release two cocktail menus each year, one for the winter and one for warm weather, each themed after one of our many fandoms. We also are enthusiastic to share all the knowledge and arcana of cocktail history with our guests over a glass of absinthe—of which we also have an extensive collection. Our seasonal food menus strive to be both inventive and simple. Chef Greg Spaulding focuses on high quality ingredients, knowing where they come from, and treating them as simply and cleanly as possible. Reimagined regional and classic dishes are complimented by thoughtful programs like our Whole Animal Program and creative, thematic pairing dinners held throughout the year. And as much as we love drinkers and enthusiasts of all ages, we are strictly a 21+ venue, and can accommodate no minors, toddlers or infants.
At The Beer Trappe, we are dedicated to providing a neighborhood friendly bar that offers one of the most diverse selections of beer in the country and the best beer experience possible. We have a bar with eight rotating taps of rare craft beer, a selection of over 500 specialty bottles from around the world all available for purchase as single bottles, offer educational tastings and events, and have specialty glassware and gift cards for sale. It is our belief that beer should be appreciated with the same respect as all other great things in life. Come mix and match a six pack, pick one of our eight rotating beers on draught or enjoy one of our hundreds of cold bottles at the bar! Cheers!
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The Beer Trappe
811 Euclid Ave
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At The Beer Trappe, we are dedicated to providing a neighborhood friendly bar that offers one of the most diverse selections of beer in the country and the best beer experience possible. We have a bar with eight rotating taps of rare craft beer, a selection of over 500 specialty bottles from around the world all available for purchase as single bottles, offer educational tastings and events, and have specialty glassware and gift cards for sale. It is our belief that beer should be appreciated with the same respect as all other great things in life. Come mix and match a six pack, pick one of our eight rotating beers on draught or enjoy one of our hundreds of cold bottles at the bar! Cheers!
The Bluegrass Tavern has a long history of being one of the best bourbon bars in the South. We are all things BOURBON and ALWAYS have been. We have an extensive selection of bourbon, and a staff that is fastidious about finding new offerings and educating our customers on our current selection. We appeal to a wide variety of patrons and pride ourselves on finding a bourbon guaranteed to fit your palate.
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Bluegrass Tavern
115 Cheapside
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The Bluegrass Tavern has a long history of being one of the best bourbon bars in the South. We are all things BOURBON and ALWAYS have been. We have an extensive selection of bourbon, and a staff that is fastidious about finding new offerings and educating our customers on our current selection. We appeal to a wide variety of patrons and pride ourselves on finding a bourbon guaranteed to fit your palate.
Located in the historic Ballroom Building on Main Street, Bourbon on Rye is a prohibition era bar in Lexington, serving freshly made small plates, beer and craft cocktails with exclusive house made flavors you won't find anywhere else. Our tip... try the Java Wine Spritzer and our homemade Beer Cheese!
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Bourbon on Rye
115 W Main St
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Located in the historic Ballroom Building on Main Street, Bourbon on Rye is a prohibition era bar in Lexington, serving freshly made small plates, beer and craft cocktails with exclusive house made flavors you won't find anywhere else. Our tip... try the Java Wine Spritzer and our homemade Beer Cheese!
A bar in historic downtown Lexington boasting an Art Deco interior, unique cocktails, cheap beer, and a relaxed vibe. A reason to come downtown.
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Ona
108 Church Street
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A bar in historic downtown Lexington boasting an Art Deco interior, unique cocktails, cheap beer, and a relaxed vibe. A reason to come downtown.

BBQ!

Sit back, enjoy the funky cool surroundings of the little roadside barbecue joint that could. Where we strive everyday to do barbecue the way you want it to be...Good. We appreciate your patronage and hope to see you soon.
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Red State BBQ
4020 Georgetown Rd
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Sit back, enjoy the funky cool surroundings of the little roadside barbecue joint that could. Where we strive everyday to do barbecue the way you want it to be...Good. We appreciate your patronage and hope to see you soon.
At Blue Door Smokehouse, we have a very simple business model. We smoke fresh EVERY day, and we strive to provide our guests with the highest quality food and service. We invite you to join us in the restaurant or take some home for yourself or for a crowd! We can accommodate most any size order and offer limited delivery.
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Blue Door Smokehouse
226 Walton Ave
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At Blue Door Smokehouse, we have a very simple business model. We smoke fresh EVERY day, and we strive to provide our guests with the highest quality food and service. We invite you to join us in the restaurant or take some home for yourself or for a crowd! We can accommodate most any size order and offer limited delivery.
Edley’s Bar-B-Que is now in Lexington, KY. Edley’s Bar-B-Que is A Tribute To All Things Southern, one that unites the tradition of meat and three with the best barbecue this side of the Mississippi. Whether it’s dining out with friends, going to the bar, or catering for your tailgate, Edley’s has Lexington covered.
Edley's Bar-B-Que
114 Summit At Fritz Farm
Edley’s Bar-B-Que is now in Lexington, KY. Edley’s Bar-B-Que is A Tribute To All Things Southern, one that unites the tradition of meat and three with the best barbecue this side of the Mississippi. Whether it’s dining out with friends, going to the bar, or catering for your tailgate, Edley’s has Lexington covered.
BBQ made from Kentucky-raised meat & contemporary American comfort grub offered in rustic-chic digs.
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County Club Restaurant
555 Jefferson St
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BBQ made from Kentucky-raised meat & contemporary American comfort grub offered in rustic-chic digs.

Sightseeing

Ready to experience the top Lexington attractions for kids and adults alike? Kentucky Horse Park has so much to offer. You’ll meet Thoroughbred legends at the Hall of Champions, see interesting breeds at the Parade of Breeds Show or head out for a walking barn tour to meet our police horses, see our blacksmith facility and explore a kids’ barn with stories and activities perfect for young visitors. Visit our museums for a comprehensive look at horse history and culture around the world–there’s nothing else like it! Celebrate history’s greatest horses at the memorials and statues located around the park. And take a horseback riding tour of the grounds to capture the true essence of the Kentucky Horse Park. Top off your bluegrass experience with a Horseback Trail Ride through the Park's beautiful countryside then schedule a Horse Country experience at a privately owned stallion farm, nursery, clinic, feed mill or aftercare organization. Next time you’re in the area, stop by the Kentucky Horse Park and see what makes us one of the most popular Lexington attractions for horse enthusiasts or those who just love the outdoors. Plan a trip to the Kentucky Horse Park today!
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Kentucky Horse Park
4089 Iron Works Pkwy
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Ready to experience the top Lexington attractions for kids and adults alike? Kentucky Horse Park has so much to offer. You’ll meet Thoroughbred legends at the Hall of Champions, see interesting breeds at the Parade of Breeds Show or head out for a walking barn tour to meet our police horses, see our blacksmith facility and explore a kids’ barn with stories and activities perfect for young visitors. Visit our museums for a comprehensive look at horse history and culture around the world–there’s nothing else like it! Celebrate history’s greatest horses at the memorials and statues located around the park. And take a horseback riding tour of the grounds to capture the true essence of the Kentucky Horse Park. Top off your bluegrass experience with a Horseback Trail Ride through the Park's beautiful countryside then schedule a Horse Country experience at a privately owned stallion farm, nursery, clinic, feed mill or aftercare organization. Next time you’re in the area, stop by the Kentucky Horse Park and see what makes us one of the most popular Lexington attractions for horse enthusiasts or those who just love the outdoors. Plan a trip to the Kentucky Horse Park today!
Keeneland Association, Inc. is an equine business based in Lexington, Kentucky. It includes two distinct divisions, the Keeneland Race Course, a Thoroughbred racing facility, and Keeneland Sales, a horse auction complex
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Keeneland Race Track station
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Keeneland Association, Inc. is an equine business based in Lexington, Kentucky. It includes two distinct divisions, the Keeneland Race Course, a Thoroughbred racing facility, and Keeneland Sales, a horse auction complex
This 734-acre woodland preserve has 10 mi. of marked hiking trails, plus streams & wildlife.
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Raven Run Nature Sanctuary
3885 Raven Run Wy
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This 734-acre woodland preserve has 10 mi. of marked hiking trails, plus streams & wildlife.

Food scene

Hip speakeasy with TVs & outdoor seating serving pub grub with a gourmet twist & creative cocktails.
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Carson's Food & Drink
362 E Main St
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Hip speakeasy with TVs & outdoor seating serving pub grub with a gourmet twist & creative cocktails.
Ramsey’s, with four Lexington area diners, is a Kentucky tradition. Opened in 1989 Ramsey’s has become the home of Kentucky cooking featuring “meat and three” (choice of 13 country style entrees combined with a choice of three out of 23 fresh veggies). Ramsey’s has a full selection of sandwiches, salads and serves breakfast all day. Ramsey’s has been noted as having the best hot brown in the Bluegrass. Ramsey’s was voted best independent restaurant in Kentucky ’05 Ace Magazine, best wait staff in Lexington ’03 Ace Magazine, best happy hour ’02 Ace Magazine, best regional fare ’07 Kentucky Magazine, favorite place to “Meet for Brunch” Lexington Herald-Leader ’07 and listed as the “Place to Eat” while in Kentucky by Travel and Leisure Golf Magazine.
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Ramsey's Diners
151 W Zandale Dr
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Ramsey’s, with four Lexington area diners, is a Kentucky tradition. Opened in 1989 Ramsey’s has become the home of Kentucky cooking featuring “meat and three” (choice of 13 country style entrees combined with a choice of three out of 23 fresh veggies). Ramsey’s has a full selection of sandwiches, salads and serves breakfast all day. Ramsey’s has been noted as having the best hot brown in the Bluegrass. Ramsey’s was voted best independent restaurant in Kentucky ’05 Ace Magazine, best wait staff in Lexington ’03 Ace Magazine, best happy hour ’02 Ace Magazine, best regional fare ’07 Kentucky Magazine, favorite place to “Meet for Brunch” Lexington Herald-Leader ’07 and listed as the “Place to Eat” while in Kentucky by Travel and Leisure Golf Magazine.
Corto Lima, a mid-scale Latin inspired restaurant, specializes Latin cuisine a modern interpretation in an intimate dining room. Celebrated Chef Jonathan Lundy introduces Lexington diners to the cuisine of Mexico, The Caribbean, Central and South America along with the American Southwest. The beverage program, by Managing Partner TJ Cox, focuses on Tequilas, Mezcals, Rums and wines of Latin origin. A specialty cocktail menu accompanies the base spirits, including Lexington's best Margarita & Latin classics. Cheerful and warm, the interior combines with weathered wood floors with vibrant woven textiles and hand crafted fixtures. Hand-made concrete tiles complete a contemporary design adding color and visual interest to a steel topped bar.
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Corto Lima
101 W Short St
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Corto Lima, a mid-scale Latin inspired restaurant, specializes Latin cuisine a modern interpretation in an intimate dining room. Celebrated Chef Jonathan Lundy introduces Lexington diners to the cuisine of Mexico, The Caribbean, Central and South America along with the American Southwest. The beverage program, by Managing Partner TJ Cox, focuses on Tequilas, Mezcals, Rums and wines of Latin origin. A specialty cocktail menu accompanies the base spirits, including Lexington's best Margarita & Latin classics. Cheerful and warm, the interior combines with weathered wood floors with vibrant woven textiles and hand crafted fixtures. Hand-made concrete tiles complete a contemporary design adding color and visual interest to a steel topped bar.
Swanky, modern bar/restaurant featuring elevated Southern eats such as smoked grits & local carp.
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Lockbox
167 W Main St
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Swanky, modern bar/restaurant featuring elevated Southern eats such as smoked grits & local carp.
Cool place where bicyclists can shop for supplies & snack on wraps, burritos & local brews.
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Broomwagon Bikes + Cafe
800 N Limestone
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Cool place where bicyclists can shop for supplies & snack on wraps, burritos & local brews.
Central Kentucky’s very own global comfort food experience can be found at the recently opened, Graze at the Woodlands. Providing fresh and organic chef-inspired meals in the perfect dining atmosphere. The fun, relaxed, casual environment at Graze can be found in Lexington at 111 Woodland Ave. Open Mon-Sat at 4 pm. Walk-ins are welcome, however reservations are suggested and can be made on OpenTable or by calling 859-309-2490. Private dining and patio options available.
Graze
111 Woodland Ave
Central Kentucky’s very own global comfort food experience can be found at the recently opened, Graze at the Woodlands. Providing fresh and organic chef-inspired meals in the perfect dining atmosphere. The fun, relaxed, casual environment at Graze can be found in Lexington at 111 Woodland Ave. Open Mon-Sat at 4 pm. Walk-ins are welcome, however reservations are suggested and can be made on OpenTable or by calling 859-309-2490. Private dining and patio options available.

The Distillery District

After lying abandoned for fifty years, this distillery is back. Using filtered limestone water from the historic distillery well, this place is one-of-a-kind. Tours are available at $20 per person and include the story of the historic brand, time in the distillery museum, a tour of the working distillery and a tasting of the award-winning whiskeys. You can even taste raw distillate right off the still, known as “White Dog,” and then take your tasting glass home. Be sure to take a look at the limestone well before you leave.
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James E. Pepper Distillery
1228 Manchester St
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After lying abandoned for fifty years, this distillery is back. Using filtered limestone water from the historic distillery well, this place is one-of-a-kind. Tours are available at $20 per person and include the story of the historic brand, time in the distillery museum, a tour of the working distillery and a tasting of the award-winning whiskeys. You can even taste raw distillate right off the still, known as “White Dog,” and then take your tasting glass home. Be sure to take a look at the limestone well before you leave.
Marvel at the architectural splendor of this renovated distillery space, enjoy a drink from the craft cocktail bar and sink your teeth into a perfect slice of New York-Style pizza. A spiral staircase wraps around an old smokestack adorned with modern hanging lights and seating at the bottom. Upstairs, the mezzanine is complete with a pool table and cozy couches that overlook the restaurant. The impressive bar is stacked with over 200 varieties of bourbon. Outside, you’ll find string lights and bocce ball on an impressive patio alongside the Town Branch. Pizza is sold by the slice and pairs well with the enormous bread sticks. A stop to Goodfellas is a must if you’re in the area.
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Goodfellas Distillery
1228 Manchester Street
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Marvel at the architectural splendor of this renovated distillery space, enjoy a drink from the craft cocktail bar and sink your teeth into a perfect slice of New York-Style pizza. A spiral staircase wraps around an old smokestack adorned with modern hanging lights and seating at the bottom. Upstairs, the mezzanine is complete with a pool table and cozy couches that overlook the restaurant. The impressive bar is stacked with over 200 varieties of bourbon. Outside, you’ll find string lights and bocce ball on an impressive patio alongside the Town Branch. Pizza is sold by the slice and pairs well with the enormous bread sticks. A stop to Goodfellas is a must if you’re in the area.
Ethereal brews its beer in a revitalized fermentation room and is the only brewery in town with a dedicated yeast lab. They’ve perfected the Belgian farmhouse and American craft beer, sparing no expense on ingredients or their brewing process. Their taproom selection spans from traditional craft staples (IPAs, Saisons, Witbiers) to ambitious out-of-the-norm brews. Head past the taproom to find a wall of dart boards and the occasional taco stand. And bring your pup, too.
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Ethereal Brewing
1224 Manchester St
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Ethereal brews its beer in a revitalized fermentation room and is the only brewery in town with a dedicated yeast lab. They’ve perfected the Belgian farmhouse and American craft beer, sparing no expense on ingredients or their brewing process. Their taproom selection spans from traditional craft staples (IPAs, Saisons, Witbiers) to ambitious out-of-the-norm brews. Head past the taproom to find a wall of dart boards and the occasional taco stand. And bring your pup, too.
Named one of Open Table’s “100 Hottest Restaurants for 2016” this restaurant is named after the middle fork of the Elkhorn River, on which Lexington was founded. Head Chef Mark Jensen’s seasonal menus offer distinct, bold flavors from local ingredients. Try an imaginative small plate like the ground-to-order Beef Tartar or a delicious vegetarian dish like the smoky Sweet Potatoes Breslin.
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middle fork kitchen bar
1224 Manchester St
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Named one of Open Table’s “100 Hottest Restaurants for 2016” this restaurant is named after the middle fork of the Elkhorn River, on which Lexington was founded. Head Chef Mark Jensen’s seasonal menus offer distinct, bold flavors from local ingredients. Try an imaginative small plate like the ground-to-order Beef Tartar or a delicious vegetarian dish like the smoky Sweet Potatoes Breslin.
Using 100% Kentucky dairy from JD Country Milk, and blackberries and strawberries from neighboring farms, Crank & Boom makes everything in house, from scratch—even their sauces and waffle cones. With inventive seasonal flavors popping up on the regular and fun ice cream cocktails, like the Stout Dreams which features Coffee Stout ice cream and Buffalo Trace bourbon cream, you’ll understand why locals rave about this place.
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Crank & Boom Ice Cream Lounge
1210 Manchester St
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Using 100% Kentucky dairy from JD Country Milk, and blackberries and strawberries from neighboring farms, Crank & Boom makes everything in house, from scratch—even their sauces and waffle cones. With inventive seasonal flavors popping up on the regular and fun ice cream cocktails, like the Stout Dreams which features Coffee Stout ice cream and Buffalo Trace bourbon cream, you’ll understand why locals rave about this place.
Make yourself at home in this intimate lodge-style bar and restaurant, located right next to Barrel House Distillery in the old barreling house of the historic distillery. They whip up inventive craft cocktails made exclusively from spirits distilled in-house. Be sure to try the burgoo, a classic Kentucky dish, or soak up the savory goodness of the full charcuterie board. It rotates various meats, cheeses and jams, and pairs perfectly with their seasonal cocktails.
The Elkhorn Tavern
1200 Manchester St
Make yourself at home in this intimate lodge-style bar and restaurant, located right next to Barrel House Distillery in the old barreling house of the historic distillery. They whip up inventive craft cocktails made exclusively from spirits distilled in-house. Be sure to try the burgoo, a classic Kentucky dish, or soak up the savory goodness of the full charcuterie board. It rotates various meats, cheeses and jams, and pairs perfectly with their seasonal cocktails.
Located in the barreling house of the historic distillery property, Barrel House continues the tradition of old Kentucky distillers by producing quality bourbon with traditional methods. You can take a tour Wednesday through Sunday from 11 a.m. until 5 p.m., with tours starting on the hour and lasting about an hour. End your experience with a specialty drink at the lounge and taproom.
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Barrel House Distilling Co
1200 Manchester St
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Located in the barreling house of the historic distillery property, Barrel House continues the tradition of old Kentucky distillers by producing quality bourbon with traditional methods. You can take a tour Wednesday through Sunday from 11 a.m. until 5 p.m., with tours starting on the hour and lasting about an hour. End your experience with a specialty drink at the lounge and taproom.
Originally built in 1926, this restored train depot is the ideal venue to enjoy live music acts from local and national bands. The natural acoustics and free-flowing vibes are all thanks to the original wood frame and open layout of the space. The intimate floorplan offers standing room only for most shows, with some seating at the full bar. Head outside to the firepit to get fresh air in between shows and keep an eye out for food trucks.
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The Burl
375 Thompson Rd
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Originally built in 1926, this restored train depot is the ideal venue to enjoy live music acts from local and national bands. The natural acoustics and free-flowing vibes are all thanks to the original wood frame and open layout of the space. The intimate floorplan offers standing room only for most shows, with some seating at the full bar. Head outside to the firepit to get fresh air in between shows and keep an eye out for food trucks.
This is where nostalgia kicks into full force. The Burl Arcade is a place for adults to feel like kids again. It’s filled with 1980s arcade games, flashing pinball machines, skee-ball and a wall of TVs beckoning you to pick up a controller (and play Super Mario Bros.). The full-bar with rotating drink specials and mojitos on draft add to the fun, too. Make sure to bring quarters, as most of the games require them. And then head next door to The Burl for live music.
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The Burl
375 Thompson Rd
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This is where nostalgia kicks into full force. The Burl Arcade is a place for adults to feel like kids again. It’s filled with 1980s arcade games, flashing pinball machines, skee-ball and a wall of TVs beckoning you to pick up a controller (and play Super Mario Bros.). The full-bar with rotating drink specials and mojitos on draft add to the fun, too. Make sure to bring quarters, as most of the games require them. And then head next door to The Burl for live music.
This is where you’ll find locals kicking back, sharing laughs and ordering drinks. Running along the Town Branch Creek, the covered patio leads to an outdoor stage for live music and firepits that always draw a crowd. You can usually find a food truck parked outside too, serving everything from tacos to Thai food.
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The Break Room
1178 Manchester St
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This is where you’ll find locals kicking back, sharing laughs and ordering drinks. Running along the Town Branch Creek, the covered patio leads to an outdoor stage for live music and firepits that always draw a crowd. You can usually find a food truck parked outside too, serving everything from tacos to Thai food.
In the 1800s it was a bourbon warehouse for Old Tarr Distillery. Fast forward 200 years, it now serves as one of Lexington’s premier event and concert venues. As the Distillery Districts first business in the modern era, Manchester Music Hall attracts mid-level and legacy acts from all genres. Beyond concerts nearly every weekend, this venue often hosts beautiful weddings and unique corporate events as well.
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Manchester Music Hall
899 Manchester St
24 recommandé par les habitants
In the 1800s it was a bourbon warehouse for Old Tarr Distillery. Fast forward 200 years, it now serves as one of Lexington’s premier event and concert venues. As the Distillery Districts first business in the modern era, Manchester Music Hall attracts mid-level and legacy acts from all genres. Beyond concerts nearly every weekend, this venue often hosts beautiful weddings and unique corporate events as well.
This art studio gives serious collectors and art lovers alike the chance to talk with artists about their work and purchase fine art at affordable prices. The 1,500 square foot studio hosts juried competitions, features exhibits seasonally and proudly supports local artists.
M S Rezny Studio/Gallery
110 Manchester St
This art studio gives serious collectors and art lovers alike the chance to talk with artists about their work and purchase fine art at affordable prices. The 1,500 square foot studio hosts juried competitions, features exhibits seasonally and proudly supports local artists.