Restaurants near Red River Gorge Geological Area

Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse consistently delivers an exceptional dining experience that blends elegance, atmosphere, and culinary excellence. From the moment you step into the restaurant, the ambiance exudes luxury, with impeccable attention to detail in its décor and lighting. The service is top-tier, with a staff that is attentive, knowledgeable, and genuinely committed to making your visit memorable. The menu is a showcase of premium cuts of steak, perfectly prepared to your exact preference. Each bite melts in your mouth, a testament to the quality of the meat and the precision of the chefs. Beyond the steaks, the seafood offerings and sides are equally remarkable, with bold flavors and creative presentations that round out the meal. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply indulging in a night out, Jeff Ruby's offers a dining experience that’s second to none. The combination of atmosphere, service, and phenomenal food guarantees you’ll leave already planning your next visit.

Our party of 4 dined in a large booth adjacent to the bar. I expected it to be noisy but was pleasantly impressed with our ability to carry on a conversation. Our table service was top notch for this type of restaurant although the drinks were increasingly slow from the bar as the evening drew on. Our server was attentive but not pushy as we lingered over dinner. We started with the baked Brie appetizer and practically scraped the plate, it was so good. Three of us ordered the steak frites which was perfect! Small enough not to overwhelm our stomachs but flavorful and filling. The fourth person ordered the hot bacon salad which was a good portion for dinner and fresh and flavorful. We did not order dessert because we were well satisfied. Overall I started off skeptical and was impressed enough that we will return.

Malones has been our favorite restaurant for special occasions. The service was great as always. Our Ribeye was seasoned perfectly and cooked exactly as ordered. The bottomless salad is my favorite. The butter is unbelievable and the atmosphere is wonderful. We highly recommend Malones!

We had a wonderful lunch at Bella Cafe. The wait staff were very patient and didn't rush our group who had a delightful visit. The chicken tenders were enough for two meals and quiet tasty. The Autumn Burrata seemed unbalanced with a good size cheese, but just a tablespoon of fig jam, 2 thin slices of prosciutto and 3 small pieces of bread. The waiter was quick to bring additional bread when asked. The Autumn Butternut Squash soup was delicious. The atmosphere is comfortable and inviting. The service was 100% improved from the last time we dined here. It is an excellent restaurant with quality food.

Absolutely fantastic meal and drinks! My only complaint was that we were seated at a table next to the open air window, and the loud motorcycles periodically made conversation a bit difficult. Otherwise, a great experience, wonderful service, and a delicious meal. Highly recommended!