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1. Tony's of Lexington

4.8

Exceptional(5094)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Lexington

Booked 38 times today

Tony's of Lexington is the perfect mixture of an eclectic urban feel, traditional southern charm, and unparalleled service.(859) 955-TONY (8669)

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2. Frank and Dino's

4.7

Exceptional(1499)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Lexington

Booked 61 times today

FRANK AND DINO'SLEXINGTON, KENTUCKYTraditional fine Dining Italian Restaurant open for Lunch and Dinner reservations 7 days a week

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3. Dudley's on Short

4.7

Exceptional(2662)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Lexington

Booked 28 times today

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

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4. ItalX

4.6

Exceptional(621)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Lexington

Booked 29 times today

ItalX, an avant-garde Italian restaurant, is now open for weekend lunch and dinner six days a week at City Center. The restaurant is located at 160 West Main Street. The team draws inspiration from Italy's emphasis on simple, fresh, quality ingredients and inspired hospitality in a warm and inviting space. A twist on traditional Italian fare, the menu will feature multiple scratch-made pastas, reimagined small plates, vegetarian and gluten-free offerings, and everyone's favorite desserts. Popular Italian dishes will be reinvented with elegant presentation. ItalX's bar program offers extensive Italian wines from all regions of 'the Boot' and an inventive cocktail list, backed by house-made ingredients and Italian liqueurs!

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5. Blue Heron Steakhouse

4.8

Exceptional(2098)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Lexington

Booked 19 times today

The Blue Heron Steakhouse is located in the thriving historic Jefferson Street corridor. We offer an excellent menu with steakhouse classics and modern Southern fare with specialties such as fresh oysters, the finest cuts of beef, shrimp and grits and more. Our restaurant started as a hand-crafted cocktail bar and consumer demand made it obvious that we needed to expand to a full-service kitchen. The Blue Heron is situated in a renovated home with exposed brick, a beautiful, locally crafted chandelier, a roaring two-sided fireplace in the colder months. Locally owned and loaded with character, The Blue Heron is a perfect setting for an intimate date, an evening with friends or simply a casual dinner while watching the game.

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6. Distilled on Jefferson

4.8

Exceptional(1738)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Southern • Lexington

Booked 10 times today

From award-winning Heirloom Restaurant in Midway, Ky stems Distilled Restaurant and Bourbon Bar. Chef Mark Wombles and team specialize in farm-to-table fare, incorporating an artful and elevated approach to southern cuisine in a comfortable atmosphere. The establishment removes all unnecessary ingredients from fine dining, leaving only the artistic expression food.

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7. Lockbox at 21c Hotel

4.5

Awesome(1261)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Lexington

Booked 16 times today

Located in Lexington’s 21c Museum Hotel, Lockbox showcases a commitment to sourcing local, high-quality ingredients. Lockbox uses thoughtful yet simple preparations and cooking techniques in a contemporary brasserie setting. Designed by Deborah Berke Partners, the Lockbox space highlights historic features like original marble floors, decorative plaster details, large arched windows and even a historic safe deposit vault that is used for private dining.

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8. Nic & Norman's - Lexington

4.4

Awesome(747)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Lexington

Booked 16 times today

As artists, we are passionate about creating special moments. Beyond the screen, we recognize that this often happens while enjoying a great meal in the company of family and friends. We are thrilled to have Lexington, Kentucky as our third location for Nic & Norman's.

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9. Infinity: A Skybar & Café

4.4

Awesome(162)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Lexington

Booked 16 times today

Infinity: A Rooftop Restaurant and Bar is a rooftop restaurant and lounge serving handcrafted cocktails, developed by our very own Bartenders, that pair perfectly with the modern American cuisine. Enjoy the open air when weather permits! *Party must arrive within 15 minutes of scheduled reservation time, or reservation will be canceled.

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10. Zim's Cafe

4.3

Awesome(482)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Lexington

Booked 9 times today

Ouita Michel’s newest restaurant - located in downtown Lexington, Ky. is a cornerstone of the Historic Courthouse Square. Zim’s Cafe features delicious sandwiches, Kentucky classics, fresh salads & innovative bites from executive chef Ethan Bowling. Order a cocktail, bourbon, or local beer from The Thirsty Fox, the bar component across the atrium with a cozy atmosphere!

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Isaac
Central Kentucky •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Grabbed lunch at ItalX and had their meatball sandwich—so good! The meatballs were super flavorful, the sauce was spot-on, and the bread was fresh and perfectly toasted. Portion was solid, and the staff was really friendly.
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ItalXPrice: Expensive• Italian• Lexington
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4.6
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jackieVIP
Central Kentucky •13 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Your live music is just too loud. It should be background and not his personal concert. I have been to Frank and Dino before and I thought the same thing. I love the live music and he is very good! It’s just a little too loud. I talked to others and they say the same thing.
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Frank and Dino'sPrice: Expensive• Italian• Lexington
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4.7
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RobertVIP
Central Kentucky •19 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
The dishes we ordered were creative, delicious, and some were entrees that we do not find in many restaurants.
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Dudley's on ShortPrice: Expensive• American• Lexington
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4.7
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Diana
Central Kentucky •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
We had a lovely evening; great table by the fire. Our server, David was friendly and professional. My salmon was the temperature I ordered and delicious. We will return soon.
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Blue Heron SteakhousePrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Lexington
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4.8
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Denise
Central Kentucky •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Wonderful as usual! I expect the best when I dine out and Tony’s always and I mean always over delivers! Top shelf excellence!
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Tony's of LexingtonPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Lexington
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4.8

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