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Lockbox at 21c Hotel, Lexington, KY

Lockbox at 21c Hotel

4.6
4.6
1043 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
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.

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2 people

7:00 p.m.


Booked 13 times today

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Cuisines

    Contemporary American

  • Hours of Operation

    Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–11:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Bar Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (859) 899-6860

  • Payment Options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress Code

    Smart Casual

  • Executive Chef

    Nick Fisherkeller

  • Catering

    Lockbox provides catering and beverage service for events at 21c Lexington. The culinary team uses thoughtful yet simple preparations to showcase local, high-quality ingredients. Custom menus are available and a dedicated Event Team will ensure every detail of your event is perfect.

  • Private party contact

    Charlie Cronin: (859) 899-6880

  • Neighbourhood

    Lexington

  • Cross Street

    Upper St.

  • Parking Details

    Street parking is available and valet costs $12.

  • Entertainment

    Adjacent to Lockbox is 21c Museum Hotel Lexington. With over 7000 square feet of exhibition space, 21c Museum hosts dynamic group and solo exhibitions featuring emerging artists alongside acclaimed international artists.The Museum is free and open to the public, 24/7.

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wine

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What 1,043 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Central Kentucky

    Innovative

  • Central Kentucky

    Contemporary American

  • Lexington

    Innovative

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  1. KarenD

    Louisville

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Nice atmosphere with good variety of choices on the menu from appetizers to entrees. Portions are liberal but not over indulgent. Just the right amount! We enjoyed the dinner out!
  2. DevinR

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic food, service, and atmosphere for dinner!
  3. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Haven’t dined since pre-pandemic and it feels like they are back even better than before. The burger was the best I’ve ever had. From scratch fries and bun made it over the top. It felt like the BOH staff really cares about the product they are serving. Prices reflected that but if I feel like if the people preparing the food also care about the quality I am fully prepared to pay for said quality. The server was sweet, knowledgeable and super cute/funny with my 9 year old. Will definitely be back.
  4. Buddy

    Milwaukee

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    First rate service and excellent food. Love the ambiance.
  5. CarolynR

    Atlanta Metro

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We love this place. Eat here every time we visit Lexington. Had dinner here and then came back for brunch this morning.
  6. BradL

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 25, 2023

    overall3food4service2ambience4
    Our server was attentive and the food was good. However, it took the bar 15+ minutes to make our drinks twice during the same meal
  7. MiriK

    Louisville

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on February 24, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Very rich but delicious! Service was outstanding!
  8. AlanS

    Dallas

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Went with another couple to celebrate a couple of job changes. We had a very nice dinner. Service was excellent and the food was very good. Definitely will be going back for another special occasion.
  9. LynnM

    Louisville

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall3food4service1ambience5
    Service was bad- inconsistent. Different servers- no one “taking care” of our table.
  10. JulieC

    Indiana

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 14, 2023

    overall1food2service1ambience1
    Had reservations on Valentines Day at 6:00 and then go to a concert a block away at 7:30. By 7:20 still only had appetizers and salad with no other food in sight. It was crowded but we ordered from the Prix Fixed menu thinking that would be efficient. Spent an hour and a half sitting almost on top of the two tables on each side of us. Not a fun evening. We paid our bill and left. Pretty expensive for 2 appetizers and 2 salads.
  11. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 13, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Nice menu, good service and ambience. A little pricey. Need a non-alcohol beer choice from the bar. Overall, very good👍
  12. Kristin

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 11, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    The Tables were so close together. I felt like a group dinner instead of a romantic dinner. However, the food was incredible!
  13. OpenTable Diner

    Western NC

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on February 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Perfect date night setting with tasty food. Everything was delicious and excellent service.
  14. JockeyGL

    Louisville

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is a wonderful spot. ❤️ the service is great and food is fantastic
  15. HopeL

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food and drinks were amazing! Loved the sweet potato appetizer, kale salad with trout, cod and the desserts were incredible
  16. LauraG

    Orlando

    11 reviews

    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on January 29, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    I was looking for a place to take my UK student for breakfast. I wanted to reserve a table near campus. We were seated immediately, and service was quick. We ordered the board to start, and everything on it was fabulous. It had pimento, ham, egg salad, pickles, etc. It came with delectable biscuits and crackers. I had shrimp and grits. They were not traditional, but included mushrooms and nice brown gravy. Very tasty. My son had steak and eggs and loved it. My husband did a burger, and said it was very good. Eating out has gotten very expensive, and this was not inexpensive, but the food and service were good. It's pricey for breakfast food, but we enjoyed it. I would go again.
  17. ElizabethG

    Cincinnati

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on January 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love the menu! The service is great and a very pleasant atmosphere. We are regulars now. Lockbox never disappoints!!
  18. OpenTable Diner

    Cincinnati

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Brunch was incredible! Everything we ordered was outstanding. The service was also amazing-10/10 recommend!
  19. LauraH

    Louisville

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic service and food! The roasted chicken pilaf was really tasty!
  20. OpenTable Diner

    Louisville

    8 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on January 22, 2023

    overall3food2service4ambience3
    Food was subpar
  21. ChelseaF

    Louisville

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 22, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    My husband and I have eaten at Lockbox three times in a week. Our food has been consistently delicious, all of the servers were extremely knowledgeable and kind, and the atmosphere was very relaxed. The Steak Frites are to DIE for! The only disappointment I encountered was the behind the bar customer service and the cocktails were just okay.
  22. OpenTable Diner

    Louisville

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was great. Fine dinning
  23. Kelly

    Columbus

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our burgers and fries were delicious and the portion of fries was extremely generous. Bailey, our server, was wonderful.
  24. OpenTable Diner

    Louisville

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 7, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Try the meatballs! Yum!
  25. DineOutDuo

    Louisville

    62 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    62 reviews

    Dined on January 6, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Our first visit since before CoVid and we had a delightful meal. We split the wedge which was different than most with a Russian dressing with a hint of anchovy, topped with crab. This made for a tasty salad. We both ordered the char grilled cod which was cooked perfectly. The accompaniments were delicious and all sang in harmony with the cod. Staff were all excellent!
  26. ElizabethG

    Cincinnati

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on January 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always have a great dinner and wine at Lockbox!!
  27. MichelleS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We really enjoyed the Sunday brunch. Great atmosphere. Great Charcuterie Board!
  28. JenniferB

    New York Area

    75 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    75 reviews

    Dined on January 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food and service were excellent.
  29. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 1, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience4
    Lockbox has a very impressive bourbon list and our appetizer, vegetable and cod entree were very delicious. However, the strip steak was poor. It was cooked as requested, but had so much fat and gristle that after I could not chew three bites, I set the knife down and gave up. The steak was the most expensive entree and this cut should never have been served. We were there for New Years Eve and stayed at the hotel so let bygones be, well, bygones. I think many other items on the menu are quite delicious. And don’t forget the Boubons!
  30. OpenTable Diner

    Louisville

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on January 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We went for a double date, and had an amazing time! Yummy food + good service!
  31. JemimaH

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Beautiful food and wonderful service. The perfect way to ring in the new year!
  32. DineInLex

    Cincinnati

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on December 31, 2022

    overall4food3service5ambience5
    First let me start by saying all the food that we ordered was good. I just wish there was more options for main courses or at least a steak that did not involve fries. The menu over all was just kind of odd. The desert we had was the olive oil cake and I could not tell if it was good or not, it just did not have much taste. The space is nice and the staff was very attentive. I just think current menu needs some additions or tweaks.
  33. KarenP

    Western NC

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on December 31, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had one of the best fine dining experiences in Lexington recently, at the Lockbox. Our meal was a very pleasing culinary experience. The service was excellent thanks to Ruby who also answered all of our questions with ease. Ambience was lovely. Noise levels allowed for easy conversation. We will be back! Our kudos to the chef and kitchen staff. Well done!
  34. OpenTable Diner

    Nashville

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 31, 2022

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    The eggs Benedict was amazing, not too heavy and the biscuits were perfectly cooked. They don’t have a massive brunch cocktail list but the bar was able to make regular drinks as well.
  35. OpenTable Diner

    Cincinnati

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 31, 2022

    overall1food1service1ambience3
    Arrived for reservation at 10am before a noon tipoff at Rupp Arena. At 11:20 we still didn’t have our food. I had to ask the server for our check in order to not be late to the game. Brought our check and paid for the Bloody Mary and mimosa that we had then went to the game hungry. Even though we did order and drink those, I thought they probably still should’ve been comped considering everything else. Not to mention the table next to us arrived after we did and had their food for probably 45 minutes when we finally asked for our bill. There were only two of us and all we ordered was a salad and a frittata. At no point did a manager stop by to help and/ or explain the delay. They did give us a free banana bread during the wait, but neither of us are sweet breakfast kind of people. I don’t live in Lexington, but if I did I wouldn’t be back.
  36. GregK

    Louisville

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 29, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My two friends and I had supper there, and we all loved our food, our server, and the whole experience. That almost never happens.
  37. BarbaraT

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 28, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    the food was exceptional - served in an elegant setting. Our server was awesome - she was diligent and attentive but not hovering. I highly recommend the Lockbox.
  38. KarenC

    Louisville

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 24, 2022

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    The food was good, the cocktail I had excellent but everything was pulled down a notch because it was freezing in there. I had to eat with my down coat on. Even waitress was wearing a wool scarf.
  39. OpenTable Diner

    Louisville

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 24, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Christmas Eve.
  40. VickiV

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 18, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Excellent meal. Great service and comfortable atmosphere.

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitising

    • Surfaces sanitised between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitised menu provided
    • Sealed or wrapped utensils used
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitiser or wipes provided for customers
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Lockbox at 21c Hotel offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (859) 899-6860.

Lockbox at 21c Hotel is rated 4.6 stars by 1043 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 p.m.


Booked 13 times today
Google Map for Lockbox at 21c Hotel

167 West Main Street, Lexington, KY 40507

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street

    Upper St.

  • Neighbourhood

    Lexington

  • Hours of Operation

    Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–11:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Bar Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Contemporary American

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Dress Code

    Smart Casual

  • Parking Details

    Street parking is available and valet costs $12.

  • Payment Options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive Chef

    Nick Fisherkeller

  • Entertainment

    Adjacent to Lockbox is 21c Museum Hotel Lexington. With over 7000 square feet of exhibition space, 21c Museum hosts dynamic group and solo exhibitions featuring emerging artists alongside acclaimed international artists.The Museum is free and open to the public, 24/7.

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wine

  • Phone number

    (859) 899-6860

  • Catering

    Lockbox provides catering and beverage service for events at 21c Lexington. The culinary team uses thoughtful yet simple preparations to showcase local, high-quality ingredients. Custom menus are available and a dedicated Event Team will ensure every detail of your event is perfect.

  • Private party contact

    Charlie Cronin: (859) 899-6880

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