Dudley's on Short

4.7

2657 Reviews

$31 to $50

American

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2 people

Dec 18, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 23 times today

Good for special occasions
Charming
Good for business meals

Dudley's Restaurant has been a mainstay on the Lexington dining scene since 1981. Centered in the heart of downtown Lexington, Dudley's offers delicious modern American cuisine with an award-winning wine list to match. Food Network has featured Dudley's for the classic Tournedos Maxwell and has been awarded "Best of the South" twice by Southern Living Magazine. Dudley's was recently awarded a Lifetime Achievement award from the KY Department of Agriculture for using KY Proud ingredients in Chef Bradley Hoffman's globally inspired menus. Dudley's welcomes guests to enjoy dining in the more casual bar area, formal main dining room, or on the rooftop terrace.*

*Rooftop seating is per guest request, weather permitting, and availability is Wednesday-Sunday for Dinner Only

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Vegetarian / Vegan, Wine Bar
Hours of operation
Brunch Fri–Sun 11:00 am–2:30 pm Lunch Fri–Sun 11:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Bar Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(859) 252-1010
Website
http://www.dudleysonshort.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Bradley Hoffman
Private party facilities
We have the ability seat up to 30 guests in each of our private dining rooms, or 60 if both rooms are requested. They are eloquently appointed and located on the second floor. A service bar is available adjacent to the rooms, and there is a ramp and elevator access to the second floor.

Location
259 W. Short St., Lexington, KY 40507
Neighborhood
Lexington
Cross street
259 West Short Street #125
Parking details
Valet is available on Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Kosher, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

JC HOUSE FRIES$7.00
smoked aioli, serrano-dill mayo
DUDLEY EGGS OR SMOKED KY TROUT DUDLEYS EGGS$7.00
paprika, chives
MARINATED OLIVES$9.00
mixed olives, orange, thyme, paprika, hazelnuts
TARTINE$18.00
changes daily
BAKED GOAT CHEESE$16.00
lavender hot honey, pistachio, za'atar spice, crispy flatbread
MEAT & CHEESE$25.00
artisanal cured meats, cheeses, house pickles, mustard
1/2 DOZEN OYSTERS ON THE HALFSHELL$18.00
fresh horseradish, mignonette, lemon
CRISP CALAMARI$15.00
garlic, herbs, sweet & spicy mayo
TUNA TARTARE$22.00
black pepper sauce, sesame, soy cured egg yolk, rice cracker
KOREAN FRIED CAULIFLOWER$15.00
gochujang, sesame, lime
PEI MUSSELS$22.00
white wine, chorizo, parsley, crostini
CRAB CAKE$24.00
creamy andouille weisenberger grits, holy trinity, lobster cream
JUMBO SHRIMP COCKTAIL$21.00
cocktail sauce, lemon

Salads

GOLDEN ENDIVE & GARBANZO SALAD$16.00
cucumber, piquillo peppers, mint, tahini vinaigrette
ARTICHOKE SALAD$15.00
couscous, arugula, feta, herbs, spring peas, caper vinaigrette
TG SALAD$11.00
local bibb lettuce, bleu cheese, tomato, bacon, dijon vinaigrette
CAESAR SALAD$10.00
romaine, garlic & herb croutons, parmesan, white anchovy
WILTED BRUSSELS SPROUT SALAD$10.00
manchego cheese, pine nuts, aged balsamic

Entrées & Classics

SEARED ORA KING SALMON$44.00
mushroom farrotto, bread & butter zucchini, arugula pesto
BONE-IN DUROC PORK CHOP$48.00
ham cured, red beans with kale & country ham, molasses BBQ
CRISPY CONFIT RABBIT$46.00
herb couscous, peas, fava beans, spring pea puree
DUCK 2-WAYS$48.00
seared duck breast, confit dirty rice, spinach, blood orange, black fig demi glace
16oz BONE-IN RIBEYE$60.00
patate el forno, calabrian chile butter
TOURNEDOS MAXWELL$43.00
petite filets, crab, potato puree, house made béarnaise
STEAK FRITES$29.00
8oz ny strip, house fries, herb butter
PASTA DUDLEY$27.00
angel hair, chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, carrots, fennel, red onion, peas, white wine & butter pan sauce, asiago
KY HOT BROWN$19.00
turkey, country ham, bacon, tomato, sourdough, white cheddar mornay
DA' BURGER$19.00
double meat, double cheese, LTO, pickle, "secret sauce," house fries

What 2,657 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.8Service
4.8Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Lexington
Best Service
Lexington
Best Ambiance
Lexington
Great for fine wines
Lexington
Romantic
Lexington
American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Dudley's on Short is a charming Lexington staple offering a "quintessential Kentucky" dining experience. Guests rave about its "beautiful ambiance," "superb food," and "attentive service." The rooftop dining and seasonal menu are highlights. While some items receive mixed reviews, the overall experience is consistently praised as "outstanding" and "highly recommendable."

2,657 Reviews

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Diedre
Louisville
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Food delicious as always. Love their biscuits! Server was great.
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Randy
Louisville
25 reviews
5.0
25 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was wonderful and service was great. Dudley’s continues to be one of the best restaurants in Lexington.
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Pat
Indiana
63 reviews
5.0
63 reviews
Dined on December 8, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great dinner out in Lexington! Great food, solid drinks, excellent service - everything went great!
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Lisa
VIP
Western NC
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on December 6, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had dinner tonight with a group of old friends in town for a wedding. The ambiance of the Christmas decor was so nice. Our server was lovely, and the food we chose was great.
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Tim
VIP
New York City
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on December 6, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our server, Luke, was incredible! Very professional and knowledgeable about the wine list and menu!
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Karol
New York City
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 1, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The service was great! The beef grade was between standard and commercial. I was expecting more like prime or choice.
Dudley's on ShortResponded on December 5, 2024
Karol, thank you for taking the time to leave your review. It's great to hear that your service was enjoyable! We're sorry that your experience was not up to our expectations. We will use your valuable feedback to make changes for the better.
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Laura
Charlotte
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 29, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I grew up in Lexington and now live in North Carolina and was in town for Thanksgiving and my sister and I wanted to eat at a great Lex restaurant we remembered. Dudley's was a favorite, we loved the ambiance and several of our old favorites were still on the menu. Staff were super friendly, would recommend for Brunch or special occasions
Dudley's on ShortResponded on December 5, 2024
Laura, thanks for spending your holiday with us! We're always excited to be a part of cherished family moments. Next time you're in town we hope to see you again!
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Denise
VIP
Chicago
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on November 28, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Beautiful setting. Delicious food and great service!
Dudley's on ShortResponded on December 5, 2024
Denise, thank you so much for taking the time to leave your review! We hope to see you again!
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M. Scott
Houston
17 reviews
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on November 24, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Dudley’s is the location of our first date. Every meal there, including this one, have been excellent. We enjoy the slow pacing of our evening, the excellent service, and marvelous food and drinks.
Dudley's on ShortResponded on December 5, 2024
We're so happy to hear that we were able to help recreate your first date! Thank you so much for your praise, and we can't wait to have you dine with us again!
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Rachel
Louisville
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 23, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A cozy ambiance made me feel at home. Our server was jovial and personable without being over-present. The wilted brussel sprout salad was a delectable starter. We both enjoyed our drinks, an amazing wine selection that would impress a connoisseur and of course our main dishes delighted our palettes. Reasonable prices for a fine dining experience. Noise level was ever so low and we conversed with ease. I look forward to our next visit!
Dudley's on ShortResponded on December 5, 2024
Rachel, that's a great review; thank you! The Brussels Sprouts are a favorite of almost all of our regulars—simple yet delicious! We can't wait until your next visit!
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FAQs

Dudley's on Short offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (859) 252-1010.

Dudley's on Short is rated 4.7 stars by 2657 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 18, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 23 times today

Order delivery or takeout

259 W. Short St., Lexington, KY 40507

Additional information

Cross street
259 West Short Street #125
Neighborhood
Lexington
Hours of operation
Brunch Fri–Sun 11:00 am–2:30 pm Lunch Fri–Sun 11:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Bar Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Vegetarian / Vegan, Wine Bar
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Valet is available on Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Bradley Hoffman
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Kosher, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.dudleysonshort.com/
Phone number
(859) 252-1010
Private party facilities
We have the ability seat up to 30 guests in each of our private dining rooms, or 60 if both rooms are requested. They are eloquently appointed and located on the second floor. A service bar is available adjacent to the rooms, and there is a ramp and elevator access to the second floor.

Dudley's on Short

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

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TG Salad

Salmon

Steak Frites

Snacks & Starters

JC HOUSE FRIES$7.00

DUDLEY EGGS OR SMOKED KY TROUT DUDLEYS EGGS$7.00

MARINATED OLIVES$9.00

TARTINE$18.00

BAKED GOAT CHEESE$16.00

MEAT & CHEESE$25.00

1/2 DOZEN OYSTERS ON THE HALFSHELL$18.00

CRISP CALAMARI$15.00

TUNA TARTARE$22.00

KOREAN FRIED CAULIFLOWER$15.00

PEI MUSSELS$22.00

CRAB CAKE$24.00

JUMBO SHRIMP COCKTAIL$21.00

Salads

GOLDEN ENDIVE & GARBANZO SALAD$16.00

ARTICHOKE SALAD$15.00

TG SALAD$11.00

CAESAR SALAD$10.00

WILTED BRUSSELS SPROUT SALAD$10.00

Entrées & Classics

SEARED ORA KING SALMON$44.00

BONE-IN DUROC PORK CHOP$48.00

CRISPY CONFIT RABBIT$46.00

DUCK 2-WAYS$48.00

16oz BONE-IN RIBEYE$60.00

TOURNEDOS MAXWELL$43.00

STEAK FRITES$29.00

PASTA DUDLEY$27.00

KY HOT BROWN$19.00

DA' BURGER$19.00

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Additional information

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