Exceptional 90th Birthday Celebration!…read more The team here exceeded all expectations for my husband's 90th birthday party. The dining room atmosphere was beautiful, featuring gorgeous table setups and lovely local Bluegrass art. The service and food were both flawless: Carlos provided world-class service, timing each course perfectly so we could enjoy our conversation. His attention to detail was incredible. The Chef knocked it out of the park. The jumbo shrimp and bruschetta appetizers were massive hits, and the salmon, hot brown, and chicken entrees were perfectly prepared. John and the management team took wonderful care of us from start to finish. We are so grateful to the entire staff for making this an unforgettable night. Highly recommended for any special event!

The menu photo showed a creamy, saucy vodka pasta. What I received was dry rigatoni with very…read morelittle sauce, no creamy vodka consistency, and it arrived cold. It looked and tasted like plain tomato pasta instead of vodka sauce. Extremely disappointing for a $22 entrée.

I stopped in here for lunch with two buddies after spending some time at a nearby distillery…read more(Bluegrass Distillers). It was around 1 PM on a Thursday and they were doing good business. We were seated right away inside. They have patio dining, too, but it was hot! Casual place with nothing much to talk about visually. But, comfortable and the staff were welcoming. Our waiter answered our menu questions and offered suggestions when asked. All three of us ended up choosing the Cuban with Cole Slaw. And, we got a side of Onion Rings for the table. The food was good and the sweet tea was cold and refreshing. I enjoy Cuban and Reuben sandwiches and try them when I find them on menus. Their version of a Cuban comes on a bun, not the traditional pressed and grilled Cuban bread or other soft, airy bread. So, it was messy to eat and didn't offer that dense Cuban treat I enjoy. It was delicious, don't get me wrong, we all liked it. But it isn't a Cuban Sandwich by culinary standards. I've had food from The Brown Barrel at events where their food was brought in and it was all good, too. They also have an attached bottle shop where you can buy good bourbon at heavily inflated prices. Overall, this is a solid place for a meal and I'll go back when in the area.

Someone in Frankfort recommended we stop here for dinner on our way to Lexington, since it's on the…read moreway. The place was busy. Some kind of fairy festival going on in the area? There was no parking in their parking lot, so we had to drive down the hill and try our luck with street parking, then walk back up about 5-7 minutes to get into the restaurant. A bit of a pain, especially since the restaurant was only about 50% full. The host or person at the front desk was hiding - sitting on the floor on his phone. We had to lean over the counter to ask him to get up so we could ask him to seat us. He ended up being our server as well, after he literally argued with a coworker who walked up while we were inquiring about a table. "I just took the last two damn tables, isn't it your turn?" doesn't inspire confidence that you're a welcome guest. I ordered the Kentucky Hot Brown. When in Rome, right? The menu says you can get it with Mornay sauce or Kentucky Hot Brown sauce. I asked the waiter which was better - he said the Hot Brown sauce. Sounds great! It came out with the mornay sauce. It was still good, but I was a wee bit disappointed. My companions enjoyed their meals. I picked up a reasonably priced bottle of Sazerac Rye on the way out, since they didn't have any left at the distillery when I was there earlier in the visit.

Must stop to eat. Doesn't look like much and is hidden a bit, close to 3 distillery tours…read more Tons tons of bourbon, but good solid food, kitchen open to watch how they pump out some tasty food, had the bologna sandwich with a spicy stone ground mustard. Side wax one the best corn bread muffins I've had in while. Nice selection of local beers. Friendly and fast staff, kitchen was fast at pushing out some good meats and comfort food. Small inside dining, packed in, but still nice, outdoor patio with bags area, tuck away but worth the trip.

Charming place close to Castle and Key. Very busy, and it looks like there's always a wait. It…read morelooks like you could make reservations, though! This place is quite small, and just a warning only one bathroom. It's pretty congested by the bathroom door, and there isn't really anywhere good to wait. This could be difficult for someone with disabilities. Service was on the slow side, but very friendly. We tried the smashburger Kentucky style, and the smoked fried bologna. Both were good, and we would definitely return when in the area to try something else too. There's an outdoor area with some picnic tables, cornhole, and chalk for kids to write on the sidewalks.

Love the food. For service, Jeff is amazing. They have the waitstaff running far distances…read morecovering both patio and indoors tables, so improvement is possible in zoning servers. We have been here three times during a week of travel to this area. The only place we have duplicated at all.​

The Cornbread Salad, and the French Dip were very good, and our server Livi M did an excellent job…read more she had good recommendations and very personable.

We dropped by to get a quick lunch while glamping in Kentucky. There seems to be a good atmosphere…read moreinside. Since our dog Lucas was with us, we were seated out on the patio. Very clean, pleasant spot! Service by Morgan was lovely! Thank you for caring about our puppy!

The beer is good. We had a pint of Waves of grain- Amber ale and a pint of the Three Threads-…read morePorter. The food was mediocre. Service was nothing to speak about. Our server spilled our beers while delivering them to the table, but never wiped it up nor did he bring us any napkins. The hostess sat at a desk in the corner and walked past a napkin that was accidentally dropped on the floor for the entire time we were there. We were expecting more as it was recommended by our tour guide at one of the local distilleries

We absolutely love this place! It's become our monthly girls' lunch spot, and it's always worth the…read moretrip. The food is delicious, the portions are huge, and the fried banana peppers and chicken quesadilla are our favorites. Even when it's busy, we've never had to wait more than a few minutes for a table. The staff is always friendly, the restaurant is adorable, and the outdoor seating is great when the weather is nice. Definitely one of our favorite places to eat!

My first visit here and I really enjoyed it. I got the chicken salad croissant with the homemade…read morekettle chips, and both were really good. Our food arrived very quickly. Service was good, and quick, maybe too quick! My friend's plate was removed without asking if she was finished and she wanted to finish her chips! But overall a good experience and I will definitely go back. Outside deck area for eating was also cute and the grounds are well maintained. 13/26

It had been decades since I ate here (for no particular reason other than working out of town for…read morewell over a decade), but after reading the menu online, Hubby and I decided to check it out together. The dining room is set up to accommodate parties of two or four, all the way to large groups, with places for individuals at the bar. Table service is provided and our server was friendly. Hubby chose the Hot Brown with a side salad and I went for the liver and onions with mashed potatoes & gravy, green beans, and gravy on the side for the livers. Hubby tries the Hot Brown at a lot of restaurants and said it was good. The liver was tender and tasty with the onions and gravy on the side, and the mashed potatoes and green beans were a good accompaniment. The portions were satisfying and neither of us had room for dessert. We were pleased with the experience, and with more items on the menu to try, we will be back.

This cozy little pub-style spot is everything you want from a local favorite -- warm atmosphere,…read moregreat service, and classic comfort food done right. We tried the chili dogs and fries, the fish sandwich special (which came with fries and slaw), and the chicken tenders appetizer. Everything came out hot, fresh, and full of flavor. The fish sandwich was perfectly fried -- crisp on the outside, flaky and tender on the inside. Even the chicken tenders were standout. Portions were generous, prices were very reasonable, and the service was top-notch from start to finish. The staff was friendly, attentive, and seemed genuinely happy to be there. Bonus points for the fun UK basketball décor -- fans of the Cats will feel right at home. If you're in the mood for traditional fried food done well in a laid-back setting with excellent service, this place is absolutely worth a visit. We visit often!

Our server, Raelyn, was an absolute delight! Very friendly and knew the menu well and offered…read morewonderful suggestions. Our food was cooked perfectly. Very nice atmosphere and not too loud. Easy to enjoy conversation.

We stopped for a nice meal while traveling and were so pleased. All of the staff were welcoming and…read morevery cordial. The restaurant and the bathrooms were very clean. I had the shrimp and grits 10/10 and my husband had the hangover hamburger, also a 10/10. Our friends said their food was awesome as well. It's so worth eating out when you get hot food, great service in a friendly and clean environment. I wish this was our local eatery!!