Went for burger week and was my first time in here. Only came for the burger which was good but…read moreit's definitely for meat lovers. For me it didn't hit the spot because it's just too many flavors fighting against each other instead of elevating one another. Still a well put together burger and each component was done well on their own. My preference is just not to have that 3 different meats together (beef patty, brisket, bacon) Service was outstanding and super quick! They had a long line but they were ready!

Absolutely ridiculous to wait 15+ mins and be the only one in line for a hot meal. The lady serving…read morefood couldn't have moved any slower. Then her helper guy was too busy on his cell to look up and help her. I've been here a few times with EACH TIME the servers slow and on their cells. WOW! To add insult to injury my food box which had gravy leaked all over my hands and clothes because the young manager decided his cell was more important than plastic wrapping my food container. To the owner's! Please monitor your workers and have them do better. Great food but always employees who are ruining an otherwise great food outing.

Love this place so much! Great staff that is so knowledgeable and very friendly. Also wonderful…read morewine and cheeses, and charcuterie !

Cute little wine bar and specialty market. I learned they have Guanciale, pork jowl. This is an…read moreItalian product used in cooking and nowhere else in the Lex. I usually buy it at Lotsa Pasta in L'ville. If you want to make authentic Carbonara, you use Guanciale. It was very pricey, much like all the products that line the shelves. I purchased a 1/4 pound which should last me for a bit. NOTE: This is a postscript to my Cibon review. The Guanciale was not ay all to my liking. The taste, and it was overly salty to the point of it being almost inedible. Get it at Lotsa Pasta in Louisville. 79

My fiance and I were looking for somewhere different to eat. We live out of town and don't often…read moremake it to downtown Lexington. We had reservations but ended up getting there early and just had our dinner at the bar. We both had cocktails which we enjoyed along with the deviled eggs for an appetizer. The eggs were okay--a bit spicier than I would have preferred and I would probably try a different app next time I go (there will be a next time for sure!) My shrimp and grits were great but honestly the bourbon glazed wings that my fiance had were the show stoppers. Large sized wings that were smoked perfectly with the right amount of crunch topped with a sweet but not too sweet bourbon glaze. I will definitely get those next time I go. The vibes were casual and chill--the perfect place to pre-game before a game or event or the perfect place to meet friends for a drink. I'd definitely recommend!

The Bear and the Butcher ended up being a pretty average Saturday night out for us. We were a group…read moreof four and started with cocktails, which honestly were the highlight of the whole visit. Good price, good quality. No complaints there. For food, we had a mix at the table: fish, steak, and burgers. The fish was off. The texture was strange, almost like the skin had been left on even though it wasn't, and it had a fishy taste that just wasn't right. The burger, on the other hand, was very good and easily the best value of everything we tried. If I ever go back, that's probably what I'd order. The biggest disappointment was the service. Our server clearly wasn't having a good day, didn't seem interested in us, and let our drinks sit empty long enough that we had to wave him down just to get refills. It really took away from the experience. I'd give the place another shot, but if the next visit ends up feeling like this one, it'll probably fall off my list of places to go.

I'm in northern Illinois. My son is in Lexington. Wanting to help him with grocery costs,…read moreespecially meat, I reached out to Critchfield inquiring as to how I could obtain a gift card to be given to my son at Christmas. In less than 24 hours, received an email from Nick Critchfield offering understanding and a means of getting that gist card mailed out to me so I can put it under the tree. I appreciate that such great customer service is still a priority for some purveyors. Three cheers for a family owned business with good values and support of their customers. Thank you, Nick.

From the owner: This facility serves the needs to food services across central Kentucky. Besides having thousands…read moreof square feet of space, the plant accommodates new state-of-the-art equipment to handle meat processing and computerized shipping. Quality assurance through advanced technology and daily USDA inspection: Critchfield's processing systems include advanced "push-back" racking, calibrated temperature controls to assure freshness, and separate rooms that safeguard beef, veal, lamb, pork, poultry and cooked processed meats. By keeping products segregated in a sanitized environment that is USDA inspected daily, maximum protection against any form of contamination can be maintained and constantly monitored. Simply put, Critchfield's wholesale facility combines advanced technology with the kind of exceptional quality products and personalized service that has made this family-owned business a celebrated institution in its own right since 1969.

Medina Butcher & Spice Store recently opened on Pimlico just off ManoWar. Woman owned, the lady…read morebutcher is from Nepal and is as nice as can be. I bought some beautiful chicken, very reasonable. We chatted about her other offerings, and I look forward to going back, especially for the lamb. This little shop is a must add to your shopping repertoire. 42

My favorite is the chicken tikka. I buy a couple of pounds every couple of weeks and have it for…read morelunch regularly. Today, I bought one of the prepared meals: the lamb biryani and rice. Omg. The lamb was so tender and the rice was perfect. The portion was big and not stingy on the meat. I will keep going back again and again.

Who doesn't love free cake for their birthday?! Not a birthday cake fan, but I do appreciate the…read morecelebration!! They have excellent meats, great products, lovely staff, and clean store.

We were on our way home and needed cat food desperately so we stopped in here. We had trouble…read morefinding their cat food but after asking a helpful employee, they pointed us in the right direction. Fancy Feast was $1.59 here. Usually it is 95 cents at big box stores so we just bought two cans to tide us over through our little emergency. The store was so interesting that we continued to browse around and found a great deal on ice cream treats. The My Mochi - Strawberry is regularly priced at $6.49 but was on sale for $3.99 today. One of the more interesting things here is the wood floors. And it seems like at least a third of the square footage is dedicated to fresh produce and fruits.

Easter Lunch a week early! Our family of 6 went to Ramsey's this last weekend to celebrate Easter…read morelunch with grandparents. We love the southern classics at Ramsey's - the chicken and dumplings, pinto beans, and creamed corn are all reminiscent of my childhood. Ramsey's did a great job recreating my favorite summer meal - white bread, fresh tomatos and creamed corn. I love how they accommodated my crazy request, and I appreciated the value for our meal for 6 (4 adults, 2 teens). Pro tip: Ramsey's is great for larger parties, with lots of large tables.

This place is located right next to Ramsey's restaurant with access both from the restaurant and…read morefrom the sidewalk outside. Locally owned and locally sourced items There is so much to choose from - all local, including some of Ramsey's menu items like chicken & dumplings, meatloaf, and other dishes ready to take home and heat up. For the small size of the store, it's packed with Missy's homemade pies, the carry out meals, spices & sauces, fresh veggies and fruit, and a huge assortment of their jams, jellies, and pickled vegetables. There are even more items I can't remember to mention. I bought the pickled okra, chow chow, pickled green tomatoes, and pickled artichoke. I can't name any as a favorite as all were so darned delicious! Can't wait to return to purchase more - I think I'll try some of the jams and maybe pick up one of Missy's Pies.

I visited this establishment on Sunday 4/20/25 in search of only one item, Thai Basil, to accompany…read moremy homemade Pho Ga. My young companions and I did end up browsing the aisles to see what products the store offers. I must admit the cleanliness of the store was definitely a positive. The aisles and shelves are very organized and things are grouped in such a manner that it makes items easier to locate. Although they did have Thai Basil in stock, it was old and of poor quality so I did not purchase it. Quite a bit of the produce was not in the best shape. I did however purchase a non-produce item. The staff member at the cash register was very kind, interacted with genuine consideration of the young children whom were with me, answering several of their questions. He then offered them both a Pocky snack free of charge for both of them, they were ecstatic! If I am in the area and have need of non-produce items, then I will return to this establishment.

We were on the way through the shopping plaza and I wanted to stop in…read more They have such a great selection of frozen dumplings, egg rolls, bao buns. Condiments I've never seen before , mochi , ice cream. Fish balls (not too sure about trying those simply because I'm not a fish fan). They also have a tank with HUGE crabs. I will say this I'm born and raised in New York and spent a lot of time in China Town and I'm accustomed to the smell of fish. So if you're not you may be surprised when you walk in. The woman at the register was friendly and smiled when we walked in. The store itself was well organized and clean. As for the pricing it was definitely reasonably.