Downtown Restaurants

Lexington's amazing "Foodie" Zone.

This section highlights a sampling of Lexington’s downtown restaurants. Some of the city’s finest restaurants are actually within walking distance of the Lyndon House – and others are a very short drive away. Dinner reservations are suggested, but not required.

Casual Cuisine

County Club - $$

555 Jefferson St., “Exploring and expanding the Kentucky tradition of smoking meats,” (859) 389 6555, closed Monday.

Carson’s - $$

362 Main St., “A Rustic Urban Bourbon Bistro,” (859) 309 3039.

Corto Lima - $$

101 West Short St., “A modern interpretation of Latin cuisine,” (859 317 8796).

Smithtown - $$

501 W. 6th St., Emphasizes local foods and old-fastened Kentucky recipes,” (859) 303 4100.

Upscale Cuisine

Chez Lyndon -$$$

507 N. Broadway St., “Guests are treated to an upscale experience in an intimate setting.” (859) 420 2683

Blue Heron Steakhouse - $$$$

185 Jefferson St., “Comfortable and chic, locally owned,” (859) 254 2491.

Distilled - $$$

157 Jefferson St.," A Southern Bistro & Bourbon Bar,” (859) 255 0002.

Dudley’s - $$$              

259 W. Short Street. ‘’Stylish Continental Cuisine with outside dining,” (859) 252-1010.

ItalX - $$$

160 Main St. - “An avant-garde Italian cuisine,” (859) 407 5100.

Tony’s of Lexington -$$$$                       

“Traditional steakhouse fare shares a table with innovative cuisine,” (859) 955 8669.