Best Historic restaurants in Lexington

6 restaurants available nearby

A photo of Epping's on Eastside restaurant

1. Epping's on Eastside

4.7

Exceptional(1611)

$$$$

• Unspecified • Lexington

Booked 52 times today

We're a bit like our hometown: sophisticated, well-traveled, but grounded in our roots. We believe there's nothing more important than taking time to dine well with family and friends in a beautiful space. And we have a passion for all things Bluegrass - curing our meats in-house, supporting the region's diverse farming and food community, and keeping a local-first mindset in everything we do. Epping's is located in a renovated historic building that once held Epping Bottling Works, home to the hustle and spirit of local entrepreneur John G. Epping. Today, we are proud to honor that history and be part of the energy of downtown Lexington's Warehouse Block.

2. Coles 735 Main

4.9

Exceptional(3168)

$$$$

• Unspecified • Lexington

Booked 38 times today

At Coles, we're dedicated to bringing the art of dining to every experience. Think local meats cured in-house. Crisp vegetables fresh off the vine, pickled onsite. Breads baked fresh each day. The best seasonal ingredients available, sourced from local farms and trusted purveyors. And our menus go beyond the plate, with handcrafted cocktails featuring unique, house-made ingredients, hundreds of bourbons available for tasting, and an award-winning carefully curated wine program. We believe in honoring history and chose to set our restaurant in a restored historic landmark in downtown Lexington.

3. Dudley's on Short

4.7

Exceptional(2308)

$$$$

• American • Lexington

Booked 31 times today

Dudley's Restaurant has been a mainstay on the Lexington dining scene since 1981. Dudley's offers delicious modern American cuisine with an impressive wine list to match.

A photo of Lockbox at 21c Hotel restaurant

4. Lockbox at 21c Hotel

4.6

Exceptional(1073)

$$$$

• Contemporary American • Lexington

Booked 11 times today

Located in Lexington’s 21c Museum Hotel, Lockbox showcases a commitment to sourcing local, high-quality ingredients. Lockbox uses thoughtful yet simple preparations and cooking techniques in a contemporary brasserie setting. Designed by Deborah Berke Partners, the Lockbox space highlights historic features like original marble floors, decorative plaster details, large arched windows and even a historic safe deposit vault that is used for private dining.

A photo of Blue Heron Steakhouse restaurant

5. Blue Heron Steakhouse

4.8

Exceptional(1715)

$$$$

• Steakhouse • Lexington

Booked 27 times today

The Blue Heron Steakhouse is located in the thriving historic Jefferson Street corridor. We offer an excellent menu with steakhouse classics and modern Southern fare with specialties such as fresh oysters, the finest cuts of beef, shrimp and grits and more. Our restaurant started as a hand-crafted cocktail bar and consumer demand made it obvious that we needed to expand to a full-service kitchen. The Blue Heron is situated in a renovated home with exposed brick, a beautiful, locally crafted chandelier, a roaring two-sided fireplace in the colder months. Locally owned and loaded with character, The Blue Heron is a perfect setting for an intimate date, an evening with friends or simply a casual dinner while watching the game.

6. Zim's Cafe

4.4

Awesome(345)

$$$$

• American • Lexington

Booked 9 times today

Ouita Michel’s newest restaurant - located in downtown Lexington, Ky. is a cornerstone of the Historic Courthouse Square. Zim’s Cafe features delicious sandwiches, Kentucky classics, fresh salads & innovative bites from executive chef Ethan Bowling. Order a cocktail, bourbon, or local beer from The Thirsty Fox, the bar component across the atrium with a cozy atmosphere!

Best Historic restaurants in Lexington

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6 restaurants available nearby

1. Epping's on Eastside

2. Coles 735 Main

3. Dudley's on Short

4. Lockbox at 21c Hotel

5. Blue Heron Steakhouse

6. Zim's Cafe

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