If you're in Lexington and haven't been to DV8 Kitchen yet, it's so much more than just a coffee…read moreshop and bakery. The food is incredible -- fresh baked breads, giant cinnamon rolls, homemade biscuits, pastries, and locally made breakfast and lunch options that honestly taste homemade in the best way. Everything feels thoughtful, fresh, and made with care. But what really makes DV8 special is the mission behind it. DV8 supports people in recovery by providing second-chance employment, community, and vocational opportunities for individuals rebuilding their lives after addiction. You can truly feel the heart behind the place, and knowing your meal supports something bigger makes it even more meaningful. Lexington is lucky to have businesses like this -- local, welcoming, community-focused, and making a real difference while serving amazing food. Definitely one of the most inspiring spots in town. A little bonus they offer GF options!

We had such a great experience at DV8 Kitchen in Lexington! The food was absolutely awesome. Fresh,…read moreflavorful, and clearly made with care. I had the pimento cheese and chicken sandwich (highly recommend!), and my husband ordered the turkey Cobb sandwich, which he loved just as much. Beyond the delicious food, what really makes this place special is the meaning and mission behind it. It's inspiring to support a restaurant that's making a positive impact in the community while serving up such incredible meals. I will be back to try breakfast. If you're in Lexington, this is definitely a spot you don't want to miss!

If I could give them 10 Stars I would. The service was excellent and so was the food. I had some…read morereally great tasting ham that was fried to heat it up was not too dry and was the perfect temperature. The eggs were so beautiful and yellow and you could tell they were so fresh and they did not scramble them too much or too little. The homemade biscuits were to die for and the gravy is excellent I was worried that it might be too spicy but it is not. I love that they served my receipt on these cute little antique trays.

Thursday morning just two of us, no problem finding parking or a table. Sat ourselves. Good…read morecoffee. I had the breakfast burrito & hubby had 2 eggs, ham & hashbrowns. No topping on the burrito, I asked for salsa to top it. Don't think they used butter to fry the eggs. Love that they use local farm products! Server was nice. Cute atmosphere in a house, & has been an establishment for quite a while. Nothing special though.

We stopped in for a late lunch. The menu has lots of great options but, I knew what I wanted before…read morewe arrived. The big Jonah sandwich. It is a large filet of fish, perfectly fried, served with lettuce and tartare sauce on a long roll. My mom got a Reuben sandwich and we shared some sweet potato fries. Yum! The service was great. You place your order at the counter and they call you up when it's done. The cafe is cute and the scent of fresh coffee greets you. What more could you ask for? We will be back!

Very nice place. Clean and what better theme! Food just ok. Wife said the chicken salad was good…read more The fish sandwich was WAY overcooked! The ends of the fish were so cooked it was crunchy clear through. Beading on the fish was also way overcooked, very crunchy with a dark dark color. Again, great theme. Will go back for a second try down the road to far for us for a casual lunch. Recommend it for the place and decor, for food only fair. We will see on next try.

This was the most incredible biscuit experience I've had in the Lexington area! 10/10read more

Food was good but a bit pricey. Great service and fantastic ownership make you put this spot on…read moreyour list

Lexington Burger Week Review…read more Southern Peach & Pimento Burger - BRU Burger Score: 6.1/10 This one just wasn't my favorite. The burger had good flavor, but the patty seemed much smaller than the advertised 7 ounces. The brioche bun was huge in comparison, which made the burger feel a little unbalanced. The peach-bacon jam and pickled green tomato worked surprisingly well together, but I could barely taste the house-made pimento cheese. It wasn't a bad burger by any means--just one that didn't quite live up to my expectations. Really do enjoy the staff and food here.

Went for burger week and got their special to go. Not only was it delicious but a great deal…read moreconsidering it came with fries. The pickled green tomato was a perfect topping to cut through the heaviness of the bacon jam and pimento cheese. The burger itself was decent size also and wasn't too overpowered by the toppings. The ketchup that came with the fries was one of my favorites and almost tasted like a mix of ketchup and fresh salsa. Pickup was super quick and easy! If the green tomato was thicker it would've made the burger even better

Food is always good here, especially breakfast. Sometimes…read morethings run slow because it's a small locally owned restaurant and it can get busy but on the whole they do a great job. They've even been recommended and runner up by Best Of Lexington for best breakfast in town 2023 & 2025 (it's noted by emblems on the entry door). I love that if you have a problem with your food the management will make it right. You just have to let them know. No one's perfect but they really try to make it right. I love the ambiance inside and the outdoor seating in spring and summer. Good place to bring the family. I'm thrilled there are still local places like this one in Lexington that really work hard to give its' best and work hard to keep their doors open in this economy now days. It's not easy as we all know. We need to support our local businesses and cheer them on like this little gem. Thanks, Tack House for hanging in there through thick and thin and still giving us delicious food and great service for so many years!

Good food, omelette was excellent, service was very good. Reasonable prices, Wonderful Ambience.read more

If you like home cooking and some southern charm, this is the place. Cottage Cafe is a local staple…read morein Nicholasville. The servers who have worked there for years are always so helpful with the menu and checking in on you. They truly care about their customers. The newer servers are learning, it's a lot to fill in the shoes of the veterans!

They have great food, wonderful service! I was sadd bed to know they are shutting down on the 14th…read moreof August!

Clean, spacious, and bustling with customer chatter and activity. Staff is super friendly and…read morechecked on us often. We both ordered the Smoked Salmon Benedict with a side salad. Smoked salmon on ciabatta topped with two perfectly poached eggs and a light lemony hollandaise - It was absolutely delicious! The spring greens salad was tossed in a light lemon vinaigrette and was a perfect complement to the Benedict. Our favorite breakfast place we dine at every chance we get!

Today I ordered the grits as a side. Not the cheese grits, just plain. They had so much butter on…read morethem you couldn't eat it. It would be better if they would serve the butter on the side. Everything else was fine. Be sure to ask for butter on the side.