We were driving through and happened to stumble upon this hidden gem on graduation weekend. We…read moremanaged to stop right as they opened and were lucky enough to get a table, but it quickly filled up as we were eating. Ambiance was nice, moody speakeasy vibes. Service was fantastic, the menu was super creative, including the cutest drink names. The food was impeccable. If this place looked and smelled like a dive bar, I'd still go back for the food. I'm not a raw fish person but my husband got the tuna tostada and made me try it, and it was great! The lamb chops were perfectly cooked and the sauce, carrots, and pistachios were the perfect complement. The steak sandwich was drool worthy as well.

Very nice place Good food and service…read more They were very friendly and accommodating Pleasant atmosphere we really enjoyed ourselves

They are still around! I had a dream about their wings. They used to make them so hot it made…read morepeople cry when they took them by the table. The sauce was called Armageddon. Love that the look of the menu is the same too! - VMI Class of 2010!!

Where Sandwich Dreams Come True! If you're into…read moresandwiches, wild menu variety, and a side of delicious indecision, Macado's is your place. The list of handhelds, wraps, burgers, wings, and many other "things" is nothing short of a novel and I mean that in the best possible way. Every item sounds like a must-try, so pacing myself over several visits is now officially the plan. Their sandwiches are generously layered, perfectly seasoned, and not shy on the meat (thank you, Macado's!). The vibe? Casual and welcoming, like your favorite hangout spot that just happens to serve next-level lunch. I already can't wait to come back and order something new. Pro tip: bring your appetite and maybe a friend to swap bites with. You'll want to try something new.

We stopped here on our road trip and were pleasantly surprised. We had the fried pickles and the…read morepimento and steak sandwiches. All of it was well prepared and tasty. The soda was fizzy! The best part was the homemade coconut cream pie. The generous slice was delicious, I could tell the crust was homemade. The staff was friendly. Very good, check it out!

This place looked very promising based on the reviews, but unfortunately the experience was…read moredisappointing from the moment we walked in. The host greeted us with a very sour attitude and was anything but welcoming. She slammed our silverware onto the table and immediately made everyone in our party feel uncomfortable. The food was average at best, and the menus were sticky with grease, which didn't leave a great impression. To top it off, the wine glasses were so thick they reminded me of my grandmother's eyeglasses. Overall, it just wasn't a pleasant dining experience, and I wouldn't return.

I wasn't even in the mood for beer, but came here anyways and was shocked…read more I went with a friend for dinner here as the options are super limited in Lexington VA. I was already not in the mood for anymore drinking after spending a weekend in a major tournament in Lynchburg. Anyways, for a Saturday evening, this place was pretty packed both inside and outside. We both ended up getting a flight of beers each and every one was great. The food surprised me as my fish tacos was super fresh. The chips and queso was also great. Overall, a must see - especially for the view of the mountains if you decided to eat outdoors.

Brewery # 445…read more Devil's Backbone is a very large operation it seems. They make beer, the make bourbon, and they make food. They just do them all very slowly or at least they did when I was there. We came here on a Monday evening, and it was somewhat busy but there were visible empty tables and a couple spots at the bar. We went to the bar and waited awhile before the bartender asked what we wanted. I didn't ask for a flight because he seemed too busy. Whatever I wanted they were out of, but I ended up with an Imperial 16-point IPA which was quite tasty. I also got some chicken nachos, but I had to go stand in line to order them. They were adequate but not worth the wait. The place was very disorganized. They had workers always standing by the hostess desk, but the bartender was overwhelmed. Seemed like they should have had more than one, after all it is a brewery. Would have loved to try more beer but we just left and went back into Lexington for another round at another place. I don't know maybe it was just a bad night.

As a W&L alum, Napa Thai is always at the very top of my "must revisit" list whenever I'm back in…read moreLexington. I ate here all the time in college, and years later I still haven't found Thai food that hits quite the same. The ambiance is great, not too formal but still great for a date night. The food is consistently amazing. You really can't go wrong, but my personal favorites are the pad thai, panang curry, drunken noodles, and the fried rice. Everything is flavorful, comforting, and exactly what you want after a long day exploring or reminiscing in town. What makes this place even more special is the staff. They are unbelievably kind and welcoming whether you're there every week like I was during college or just stopping in every few years like I do now. They have also always been incredibly accommodating with my mushroom allergy, which I really appreciate. The fact that they even remembered me years later honestly says everything about the level of care here. Lexington may be a small town, but Napa Thai is truly a hidden gem and one of the places that makes coming back feel so nostalgic. If you're in the area, it's absolutely worth a visit

Came in, saw many authentic Thai Buddhist art, shrines, and other decorations that my girl loved…read moreand they had such an expansive menu. Everything was delicious and flavorful, and service was great. They sat us down with no wait time and got all our food out super fast. Pleasant, peaceful atmosphere and not even expensive either. Definitely coming back

A friend and I stopped by for dinner one day after a strenuous day hike, and we were quite…read morefamished. We were seated quite fast once we got inside. They had a lot of customers dining in and a few picking up takeaway orders. It didn't take very long for them to take our orders and to have it come out of the kitchen. They have a spacious dining area that is decorated very much on theme with Mexican-inspired decor and murals. It was cute. I ordered carnitas and a frozen mango margarita. We also ordered guacamole to share for the table. The carnitas plate was a filling portion and was quite flavorful. I quite enjoyed it. I was really disappointed with the frozen margarita; it tasted just like juice, and I was kind of looking forward to drinking a stronger margarita. We asked for a little bit more tequila to add to it, but it didn't help much. I think was balance was all out of wack. The guacamole we ordered also never made its way to our table, and we had to ask the cashier to confirm with our waiter that they need to take it off our bill because we never got it. Overall, we had an okay experience.

We stopped into Don Tequila's for lunch on Monday, December 8, 2025, and had a great experience. We…read morewere greeted quickly, and shortly after being seated, we were brought salsa and chips--which were excellent. The chips were clearly fresh out of the fryer, perfectly crisp, and paired with a flavorful salsa that had a nice hint of heat. We both ordered the Speedy Gonzales, featuring a cheese enchilada, beef taco, and refried beans. As expected, everything was consistently good and exactly what we've come to enjoy from that dish. The restaurant itself has a great look and feel, making it an easy and enjoyable stop for lunch. We would certainly come back again if we're ever in the area

I didn't catch the ladies name, but the lady working the drive thru is absolutely incredible! The…read morebest pizza! The best service!!! would highly recommend

Thankfully we found this Papa John's in Lexington while on vacation. First of all we try not to…read moresupport restaurants while in Lexington due to the way they treat their guests for their political beliefs. Luckily we saw a familiar friendly place we felt safe to order take out and not feel unwelcome. We ordered a large pepperoni pizza and it was done perfectly. We were even given plates and napkins with our order which was great because we were in a RV. Whenever we do have to travel through Lexington, we will definitely return to Papa John's for take out.

The atmosphere was ok, mixer of a sports bar and a standard sit down restaurant. The service has…read moregreat and timely. The food mixed. My mother got a 8oz steak with mashed potatoes and fries, she told me that the steak was all gristle and was not really that good, but she looked the mashed potatoes. The fries which I also ordered were good, but had too much seasoning. I ordered chicken tenders, and as said before fries. The taste of the chicken was good, but was too rubbery. Overall, average. Not bad, but not really good.

Never even got to the food…read more Was seated, and then ignored as a family that came in after me was taken care off. I walked out. Will not be back to Applebees as they are usually the same across the board. Blacklisted

Well folks, we decided to eat at Ruby T's again & give the triple smash burger a try…read more *delicious!!!! We requested DeLana since we had a pleasant experience with her the last time. She was amazing as usual. The hostess Summer was friendly & helpful as well. Overall our experience was A++

What could they improve? How about everything?…read more If you are in Lexington, your dinner options are somewhat limited. I came here for an event and was hopeful this was going to be a different Ruby Tuesday experience. First, the food portions are on the small side. I got a steak which was tiny as was the baked potato. Unlike the majority of chain restaurants in this country, this chain continues to not give free anything - bread, rolls, chips, etc. The drinks were ok but light on the alcohol. Overall, you could do worse, but around Lexington, this is a safe option that gets a solid C-

Brews were great, pizza tasted good, but it was cold, at least the toppings were, and kind of soggy…read morein the middle. I had to go find napkins and ask for red pepper flakes. The decor was cool, ancient doors covered with tempered glass for tables. The bathrooms were clean. Service was okay, but it was kind of a step up to order place, and I guess napkins and such were help yourself. They had lots of board games, and several people were enjoying them.

Beer snobs rejoice! Heliotrope is a true craft brewery serving clean and complex beers. My hubby…read moreand I enjoy trying all sorts of breweries but, it is always a treat to find a place like this. They have a small variety of styles and some of our favorites are their hazy IPA, salted marzen and plum conditioned sour. The service is friendly and helpful as well. As if all this wasn't enough, wood fired pizzas are also available! And their dough is delicious with that little pillowy stretch to it. It makes for a mouthwatering pairing.