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    Malone's Palomar

    4.0 (273 reviews)
    Open • 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Moderate noise
    Classy
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    Crab and asparagus omelet. Both cream cheese and asparagus was a huge surprise n delight. Cheese grits tasted nice as well.
    Richard G.

    Astonished that because of a freeway sign food advertisement for Malones that we had the best breakfast/ brunch of the year. Nice high rated restaurant with great food. Our waitress Tori came to our table 8 times inspecting without encroaching or bugging us and wish all waitstaff elsewhere could see how simple it is to give the best service! But the food as well was superb! Thanks to the posting on this freeway sign in Lexington we found this hidden gem! I included the dinner menu which changes but those wanting to see it too. Our plane ride could not have started any better after this classy find!

    Gin martini and rare character bourbon
    Sara L.

    My husband and I visited yesterday. Reservations at 5 for 2 people. We arrived somewhat early via Uber. The hostess said quietly about booths may not be available yet as staff were in a meeting or something like that. She said it very softly and no smile on her face. We were fine with a table. Server was excellent. He was very friendly and made recommendations. We got a martini and neat bourbon to start. They were good. The crudo for an appetizer was delicious! We also got a Lexingtonian and a Caesar salad. Both good but slightly overdressed in my opinion. We got the twin filet for dinner (Oscar style) with Brussels sprouts. Cooked perfectly very yummy. There were some gnats flying around on our table all evening. Overall good experience.

    Hot Baked Lump Crab Dip
    Pam W.

    After many years, this is still one of our favorites! The quality and service can't be beat, and this is one of our favorite Malone's locations. The Lexingtonian is a salad we crave, the calamari and crab dip are both spectacular appetizers, and there are so many entrees that we love. Great steak and shrimp top the list. For a special occasion or a casual lunch, you can never go wrong with Malone's.

    Chicken Linguini
    Della T.

    We came to Malones to celebrate a birthday and have a fun girls dinner. Our food was delicious, server very attentive and knowledgeable, and the atmosphere was perfect! We had so much fun. Great food, great time!

    Lexingtonian salad
    Dar Z.

    Fantastic service from Davin. Second time had him as our server and he makes for an extremely pleasant meal out. Had multiples of the fresh bread per usual and I ordered the Mediterranean dips appetizer (happy hour special) and for entree their New York strip with shrimp chimichurri that comes with Lexingtonian salad and classic side. The dips were decent but didn't love how they fried and seasoned the pita bread. Next time if I order it I'll ask if can get plain pita because the seasoning was overpowering and I order those dips as a healthy option which is countered by frying the bread (ended up just using the bread for the table which worked well). The Lexingtonian salad was perfect for me with it being extra ranchy and lots of bacon and my steak was cooked perfectly but was super salty and the skin of my potato was covered in salt. I'll need to remember to ask for no salt next time but wish they'd just leave salt off everytime. Got the cookie and ice cream for dessert and when you get that bite in the middle with the super warm cookie and ice cream it is something you'll keep thinking about after. Overall, a great meal despite the excess salt because the service was impeccable and the value for everything you get is incredible.

    Breakfast Burrito
    Molly C.

    I have ate at Malone's several times but this was my first time trying the brunch menu, and it did not disappoint my favorite was the quiche because the cheese sauce on top with all the bacon tasted delicious. The potato's were surprisingly good as well, as I thought they looked a little dry, but the taste was so good. This was my first time trying a breakfast burrito and it was chocked full of all your typical breakfast fixings that potato's, eggs, bacon, and more.

    Lemon ricotta pancakes
    Presley J.

    First time trying Malone's new weekend brunch! They had a limited menu but something for everyone. The lemon ricotta pancakes were exceptional. They had the perfect amount of fluff and the lemon taste wasn't overbearing. We ordered the breakfast burrito but got it "naked" aka without the tortilla and it was so delicious. My only gripe would be that the avocado toast wasn't toasted. It was just on a soft piece of bread which was disappointing. I opted to get the eggs scrambled instead of sunny side up as the menu states and I'm glad I did because with the bread being untoasted it couldn't support the weight of the avocado or eggs enough to hold it with my hands. Our service was amazing! The renovated inside is so nice! I loved their new booths. I would go back and try some of the other breakfast dishes!

    12 Oz Filet Mignon Potato croquettes
    Shelby H.

    Always will recommend a reservation! Service has always been on point and been I've always been well taken care of. The ambiance is chill but also romantic. I've never gotten anything bad with service, food or experience. The sushi is a must for me, along with the filet, potato croquettes and the Pixie Stick cocktail! My husband and I are regulars to Malones! I also always choose to dine here for my birthday!

    Oscar style Filets- 08-01-2024
    Ivy S.

    This location is THEEE top tier steakhouse in Kentucky! Signatures of Chefs, Singers, Football Players, and so on, that have visited the restaurant and signed their name on a memorabilia , that hangs along the restaurant walls. I visited in a group of 3 to discuss feedback from a camp that had been completed, during the week. Even though it was storming and raining Clydesdale horses, we managed to make it safe. Top tier customer service! From the waiter's mannerisms, his knowledge of bourbon, the smile on his face of enjoying "the pleasure to assist you with anything you need tonight ". Amazing etiquette young Man!! I'll figure out his name. He needs a raise and I made sure to tip him accordingly. Food was exceptional! From the apps of Parm crusted fried asparagus, THAT CRAB RANGOON ROLL (bussinnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn), the filets, salmon picatta, THAT BREAD & CHIVE BUTTER, and anything that says "garlic, lemon, Parm". They have a great system in place here! Genius! Kisses to all the Chefs and bar backs and bartenders and waitresses and waiters and expediters !!!!!! Front of House Staff and most importantly those that make sure the facility is spotless at all times.....and the Dishwashers!!! I'll be back! Bourbon everywhere!!

    Let's not bury the lead...the team at Malone's is world class. Out bartender, Matt, took fantastic care of us. Letting us know of all the spots in Lexington. A few nights before, Tyler treated us to exceptional service. HH is off the charts!

    Quiche with Home Fries
    Jaewon K.

    Great weekend brunch with amazing service and upscale ambiance. The lemon ricotta pancakes were fluffy and not too sweet. Quiche and breakfast burrito were both a little salty but still flavorful and packed. Food wasn't too rich, perfect for a brunch meal. Portions are also very generous for the price.

    Menu 1/11/2024
    Jaewoo S.

    Arrived around 7:30pm on a Thursday. It was busy. There were not many tables open, however, we found a table big enough to seat six of us but just needed to be cleaned. Asked for the table to be cleaned out and it was done. We sat, ordered drinks including beers, unsweet tea and water for each of us. The server was very nice and kind, drinks were brought out in about five to ten minutes. Then we placed our main dish orders along with some appetizers. Most of us ordered steaks with rare, medium-rare and medium cooked. However, one steak that was supposed to be rare looked more like medium or even medium-well done. Regardless, the steaks were really good and even the menu says 10oz, it looked like it could be 16oz. Also, steaks came with one side - corn, mashed potatoe, asparagus, broccoli, fries or mc and cheese. One of the sides was brought out wrong when we ordered broccoli, the server brought out corn. I had Grilled Salom Piccata. It was amazing! Huge juicy salmon fillet on top of linguini, the portion was too much to finish in one seating and I normally don't leave the dish unfinished but I could not get linguini cleaned off of the plate. When we ordered an additional beer, again, we got the wrong beer. It's pretty expensive restaurant/bar looking at the menu and orders seem to be not placed correctly. Steaks not being cooked as we asked and wrong sides/beer being brought out. However, the server was very nice, just few mistakes we just had to address. Overall, good dinner experience and the place got really slow after 8pm/8:30pm -ish.

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    Malone's is our go to place for all special events. We drive 35 miles one way to get there. We love it.

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    My absolute favorite restaurant! If you're looking for a melt in your mouth steak this is the place to go!

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