This was from the February 2026 menu…read more I can't begin to stay enough nice things about Millstone. From the ambiance, the staff, the chef, and of course the food; going and experiencing what they have to offer ranks among the top places in Lexington. With no shortage of well crafted, elegant, and new restaurants out there in Lexington right now; Millstone excels at elevating the familiar to level that Lexington has been waiting patiently to see. Even a solo visit can feel extraordinary at Millstone. On my visit, Amy M was absolutely amazing, her attention to details and perspectives allowed me to fully enjoy the experience from beginning to end. Before getting to the food, I must admit that the space is truly special. To have such a welcoming and warm environment in a historic location with an addition that feels just as natural as the rest of the building is truly grand. This alone helps you feel so at ease in the space right from the beginning. With my meal, I enjoyed both their schoolhouse old fashioned with house-made bitters and their black manhattan. Both are expertly crafted with care and attention to detail. If bourbon is not your thing, there's a plethora of other cocktails, wines, some beers, and even nonalcoholic options which is also a refreshing change that I welcome all restaurants to embrace. As for my meal, first off you will not be disappointed by any of the portions, everything that I had and saw coming out of the kitchen will leave no one who comes to Millstone hungry. Additionally, the menu is both simple and expansive. There's an offering for just about any appetite. For my starter, I was actually stuck on what starter to get because all of the items sound so good!!! I ended up selecting the crab cakes with fried green tomatoes and let me tell you, they are absolutely delicious. The batter on the tomatoes was perfect, the crab delectable, and the remoulade was very well balanced and provided the right about of heat to the dish. For my main, I had the braised short rib. In full transparency this is one of the pricier entree's but it is absolutely worth it! The short rib is done so well it melts in your mouth! The potatoes are creamy and expertly seasoned to pair so well with braising jus, the honey brussel sprouts, and root vegetables. This dish is a tender love letter that you want to keep reading and enjoying time and time again. Halfway through my meal Chef Tyler even came through the dining room to meet with patrons and talk to them!! As it was earlier in the evening, I was so appreciative to see him interacting with the patrons and when he stopped by it was so nice to speak with him and pay compliments to him, Amy, and everything they're doing at Millstone. To end my visit, I enjoyed the brown butter mascarpone cheesecake. Brown butter is already such a wonderful treat, but to have it with a cheesecake was top notch!!! This was truly a wonderful visit and I can't wait to go back and enjoy another offering from Millstone

My husband and I came to celebrate our first wedding anniversary at Millstone. The atmosphere is a…read morevibe and the restaurant is absolutely adorable. The ambiance made it feel like a special place to celebrate. That said, there were a few areas that could be improved. The food would have been better if it was seasoned. Way overpriced for the quality given. We were seated at a two-top, and the tables were extremely close together. Unfortunately, we could hear every word of the conversation happening right next to us, which took away from the intimate date-night experience we were hoping for. The drink and bar service was also quite slow. Our dinner ended up taking nearly two hours from start to finish. Overall, the atmosphere was the highlight of our visit, but the seating arrangement and pace of service made the experience less enjoyable than we expected for a special occasion.

There are a number of other things that I want to get here but I usually can't pass up the…read moreWinchell's Brothers sandwich, it is the perfect blend of flavors with the sweet slaw and the salty fries and meat. I really love it just the way it comes! I also enjoy the Fried Bologna Sandwich and the Country Ham and Swiss Melt. I really want to try their Nashville Hot Chicken and I haven't had their Philly Cheesesteak in a long time. My biggest complaint is that on the weekends they don't start serving lunch until at least 1:00 and there is no set time when they stop serving breakfast and switch over to lunch. Another thing that I will warn you about is that their prices have gotten very high. Most of their sandwiches are now almost $20.

Solid choice for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. The menu for dinner is typical area fare but some…read moreitems are a little bit updated for a foodie crowd. I enjoyed the meatloaf special which was almost sold out by 6pm so I must not be the only one who likes it.

In a remodeled building that has some exposed brick walls and has lots of ambiance…read more Staff is friendly and attentive. Food is excellent with a great selection. The Brussels sprouts appetizer is fantastic! It is reasonably priced for the quality of food you receive. You will have a wait for your food so be aware before you go. Def a great relaxing lunch or laid back dinner spot!

When you wait 45 minutes, see those who came in after you served before you, have zero interaction…read morewith server as to reasons for Or apology for delay, get attitude from manager when you calmly ask to pay for your drinks as you will Not be staying, it's time to write off Loma's.

The ambiance and decor is the first thing you will notice besides the fact that every table and…read moreseat was taken on a random Tuesday night at 8:00. We started tonight with the Whipped Feta Dip and the chef included blistered goose berries tonight which I have never tried. Wow! They were definitely a treat and a wonderful compliment to that Starter. Next I had the Grilled Caesar Salad with anchovies and it certainly did not disappoint! For my entree tonight I got the Chicken Saltimbocca. I have eaten this dish at a few Italian restaurants and on cruises many times. This is definitely the best I have ever eaten!! I would have appreciated more country ham but the average person might not. I loved it! We always look forward to coming back next time!

I really enjoy Coles for both the atmosphere and the food. It's a small quaint restaurant with…read moregreat service. Our server made great recommendations and when she took a little longer to take our drink menus, she gave us complementary bread. We started with the jalapeño hoecakes ($16). They were good, but the whole cakes were a little dry to me. We split the New York strip ($58) with brussels sprouts and macaroni and cheese ($10) as the sides. The steak was juicy with lots of flavor. Of course, we had to get the chocolate chip cookies to go! They have the best cookies and straight out of the oven.

Frank and Dino's never disappoints the food is always amazing and a very nice atmosphere as always…read more Upscale but one of the the few worth the prices.

Booked a reservation for 7:30 on Saturday. I'm searching for Italian in the KY area, this was one…read moreof a few that I came across that looked good. Started with an old-fashioned and an unsweet tea. Drink was good overall. We shared a Caesar salad to start. Half of the lettuce pieces were brown. Lettuce was yellowed more than green. Meh. I ordered the rigatoni with spicy marinara, meatball and sausage. The portion was insanely large - two sausages and two meatball, plus a platter of pasta. This was good - but again too much. Meatballs were good, sausage was good. For dessert I ordered the chocolate mousse which was okay. Located in an old bank building the place was nice with live music - though the guy walking around playing the sax was a little much.

If you love Shoestring Fries, this is your place!! They are some of the best shoestring fries that…read moreI have ever had. I always come back for that Waymore's Chicken Pot Pie!! I guarantee that you won't find a similar dish on anyone's menu. I love the gravy over the top of a chicken pot pie chimichanga. It is brilliant!! Anyway, they have great burgers and it's a great neighborhood bar. You should check it out. It is owned and operated by a family that lives in the neighborhood.

While out shopping, the movies, and enjoying a great day in Lexington, the Fat Man and his wife…read moredecided to get a late lunch. We swung into Southern Cookhouse & Bar. Southern Cookhouse features scratch-made dishes using local ingredients, a variety of burgers, pizzas, and classic Southern entrees. I started with the Chicken & Sausage Gumbo because I love soup and all soup-adjacent things. The gumbo had a good, rich flavor from the roux, with subtle heat and a sweet finish. The chicken had a nice flavor, a little saltiness, and it was tender. The Andouille sausage was cooked well and rounded out the flavor profile. The tomatoes and scallions added brightness and crunch. The rice had a few hard pieces, but overall it was good. I do want to mention that I did find a few chicken bones in the dish, just so people are aware. My wife tried the Dunwoody Cobb, made with Grilled chicken breast, boiled eggs, bacon, avocado, tomato, and blue cheese crumbles, with spring mix tossed in Dijon vinaigrette. The lettuce was crunchy and fresh. The bacon had a great salt level, crunch, and crispiness. The avocado added a creamy richness to each bite, while the tomato's acidity cut through the Dijon mustard's sweet and bitter notes. The star of the show was the salty, nutty, creamy blue cheese crumbles, which meshed well with all the other components. The chicken was cooked well and had good flavor, but it was dry. While I avoided it, my wife said the boiled egg was well-cooked and added it to the salad. I had the Nashville Hot chicken, which comes with spicy pickles, coleslaw & mayo on slider rolls with potato salad. The potato salad was mustard-and-mayo-based. The potatoes were soft but still offered some texture. The mustard and mayo balanced each other and added flavor. There were eggs in the potato salad, but they blended into the background and did not stand out. The sweet pickle relish added crunch and texture without being overly sweet. I'm not sure if it was made in-house or from a container; it was good nonetheless. The slider was fresh, soft, and nicely toasted. The slaw was medium-chopped, with a great mayo ratio and a good sweetness, tasting fresh, crunchy, and creamy without being so rich as to drown out the vegetables or the chicken. The pickle was not spicy, but a thick-cut bread-and-butter type with a little sweetness and a velvety, buttery flavor. The chicken was juicy, tender, and cooked well. The Nashville-style spices were mild to medium, just enough to know it was there but not so overpowering that it was all you tasted. It was not overly oily either, which often plagues sandwiches of this type. The entire sandwich worked well together. Southern Cookhouse has a full menu, but some items do rotate or are seasonal. The bar is fully stocked, offering draft beer, tea, and soft drinks. They offer counter ordering, and the staff is very friendly. The Fat Man says that Southern Cookhouse & Bar is Fat Man Approved with 2 chins.

The V at the Vine was an outstanding experience. From the appetizer, whipped feta, to the entree,…read more16 oz bone in ribeye with pommes ava for the side, every dish was excellent.

Bartender Izzy & manager Saturday Brunch totally awesome! Gorgeous restaurant on 9th floor w/…read morerooftop seating & offers free valet w/ validation on the weekends, not sure about weekdays (valet wasn't aware of it at all). The man in the black suit in reception was very helpful. 5/5 Steak & Eggs w/ the most delicious crispy smashed potatoes! Steak cooked & seasoned to perfection. We added some honey butter on top a few which was also wonderful! 5/5 Espresso a local coffee brewer called Nates. They also have a fancy cocktail menu & Espresso Martini Machine. We are excited to try dinner one evening & highly recommend this gem of a place for brunch.

We went on a Sunday and decided to have the breakfast buffet…read more The hostess was super friendly and so was our server who left a carafe of coffee on our table . We both had scrambled eggs, fruit , sausage , biscuits and gravy along with a made to order omelette along with some toast and orange juice . My friend Melissa mans the omelette station and does an awesome job! You should definitely try her omelettes! As for the dining room or if we're going to be fancy I'll use the word ambiance. It's well lit with huge windows that face the street and give you a view of Triangle Park . For the two of us I paid about 42.00 and it was definitely worth it as you can tell from the pictures I pretty much demolished my food before I thought of posting pictures lol.

My first impression of this restaurant was not good. As I entered, there was a staff person half…read moresitting on the table that's in the middle of the foyer where you enter. This table had carafes of ice water on them. His butt was on the table right next to the water. That's not attractive. I did mention something to the hostess. I got the buffet, which had a lot to offer, but of course nothing is like home. It was just OK. The wait staff a man by the name of Stefon, was friendly and attentive. There's not too much else to say about this restaurant. Standard hotel food. Standard overpriced food.