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Carson's Filet Medallions - Carson's Food & Drink, Lexington, KY

Carson's Food & Drink

4.9
4.9
4705 Reviews
$30 and under
American
Carson's Food & Drink features new and exciting chef-driven recipes and cocktails that combine rustic refinement with classic Kentucky elegance in a casual, yet comfortable atmosphere.

One of Lexington Kentucky's finest restaurants; Multi Year Winner of OpenTable's "Diners' Choice" (2017,18,19,20,21,22) and included in RestaurantNews 'Top 100 Restaurants in America 2018'.

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2 people

7:00 p.m.


Booked 127 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    American

  • Hours of Operation

    Mon–Fri 11:30 am–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 10:00 am–10:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (859) 309-3039

  • Payment Options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress Code

    Business Casual

  • Neighbourhood

    Lexington

  • Cross Street

    Eastern Ave

  • Parking Details

    Public Lot

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 4,705 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.7Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Central Kentucky

    Best Overall

  • Central Kentucky

    Best Food

  • Central Kentucky

    Best Value

  • Central Kentucky

    Great for brunch

  • Central Kentucky

    American

  • Central Kentucky

    Most Booked

  • Lexington

    Best Overall

  • Lexington

    Best Food

  • Lexington

    Best Service

  • Lexington

    Best Ambience

  • Lexington

    Best Value

  • Lexington

    Great for brunch

  • Lexington

    Hot spot

  • Lexington

    Lively

  • Lexington

    American

  • Lexington

    Most Booked

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  1. KathyT

    Western KY

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our waitress Lauren was extremely knowledgeable about the history of the restaurant, the area and places to visit. She was extremely personable and did a fantastic job - the food was delicious!
  2. RobertK

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Food and service were great. The noise was a little much. The music was very good. By
  3. samantha

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall4food4service2ambience5
    I can’t remember our servers name…but he was kinda rude. He cut me off a couple times talking and when I asked about the fried chicken, he said “that’s what I was going to suggest had I had the opportunity…” like we prevented him from telling us the suggestions because we were talking too much. He was passive aggressive. Maybe working there too long and sick of it. That’s the impression I got.
  4. OpenTable Diner

    Louisville

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    The food and service were excellent! The restaurant was absolutely packed at 8PM on Sunday. The noise level was loud. We will be back.
  5. MikeJ11

    Detroit

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Really cool menu. Great food. Reasonable pricing. Great atmosphere.
  6. GREGB

    Louisville

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall3food2service5ambience4
    Food was average and a tad mediocre. The service was outstanding. Atmosphere is fun and lively, and quite loud in most of the restaurant.
  7. OpenTable Diner

    Louisville

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Waiter was very attentive and sweet. The food was out of this world my partner cried it was so good !!
  8. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great experience as usual—food and drinks were very good! Lauren was attentive and personable—very nice.
  9. OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta Metro

    20 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Carson’s is a special restaurant my husband love to get to when we can. Today happened to be one of those days when we got a reservation and enjoyed every minute. Thanks.
  10. AngB

    Tampa

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Service was amazing! The food was even better, portions are large and soooo delicious!!!
  11. OpenTable Diner

    Cincinnati

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great staff and food. Never miss a chance to eat there.
  12. OpenTable Diner

    Louisville

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We went for brunch and everything was great as usual.
  13. JulieR

    Cincinnati

    43 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    43 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Drove from Northern KY for a great brunch experience. It didn’t disappoint! Was happy to hear there was kids brunch offerings and the portion was huge for my 9 year old. Loved the food and service/experience. Will be back
  14. GregM

    Western NC

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We loved our server- just awesome experience. We Love Carson’s don’t go changing
  15. TonyO

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall4food5service4ambience5
    Everything was great, I love the environment , but they set us at a table that had a divider wall right next to it so it was difficult to enjoy
  16. KatherineF

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food and service was excellent. The waitress was very friendly and knowledgeable.
  17. OpenTable Diner

    Western KY

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was amazing! Wonderful experience! Service was awesome, food was so delicious!
  18. OpenTable Diner

    Louisville

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We love this restaurant! Food is consistently excellent. The staff is friendly. Service is always terrific. If you are in Lexington don’t miss the Carson’s experience.
  19. James

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic as always! NY strip paired perfectly with a nice bourbon and service was top notch!
  20. OpenTable Diner

    Louisville

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great service from Thomas. Wonderful cocktails and the filet medallions were perfectly cooked to medium rare!
  21. OpenTable Diner

    Las Vegas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    Carson’s is my go to when I’m not sure where to eat. Food is fabulous. When we go, we almost always get a few appetizers and split amongst the table. Personally, I’ve never ordered off the dinner, main course menu, because we love the appetizers. The salmon bruschetta is my favorite. I tried a new dish, Spicy Shrimp, based on the recommendations on the table next to me. It was super tasty. My only complaint is that I would have preferred rice with it instead of bread. But that’s a personal preference. Noise level inside is a bit loud for me, therefor I always sit on the patio if possible. They have enclosed the patio now, so it’s open in the winter months too.
  22. chellrider

    Louisville

    15 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on May 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Great food! We got the warm goat cheese dip and the burgers and all of it was so good! The server was friendly and efficient. Everything was right, hot and timed perfectly. The only downside is that it is so loud it is hard to have a conversation. But overall, a great experience!
  23. JeffT

    San Francisco

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 22, 2023

    overall3food4service4ambience4
    We had salmon and medallions, both very good. The sauces on each a little bit to Richford our tastes.
  24. JeffB

    Hawaii

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We were visiting Lexington, and had eaten here on a previous trip. We will be eating here on future trips. In short, the food is outstanding, and the service superb. We could do with the restaurant being a little quieter, but that's just us.
  25. JoyofDining

    San Diego

    82 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    82 reviews

    Dined on May 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a Family favorite, never disappoints. The usual family favorites are the ribs and the fried chicken. Don’t pass up dessert, because it’s all amazing also. 
  26. WWWS

    Washington DC

    63 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    63 reviews

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Great experience. Phenomenal waiter, Sam, who was very informative With menu and gave very good recommendations. The nachos appetizers were outstanding. However, best when there are 4 or more people sharing or you just want appetizer and dessert. Entrees were very generous, flavorful comfort food. I don’t think I’ve had better fall-off-the- bone ribs and the fried chicken was perfectly cooked.
  27. RobertC

    Louisville

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Awesome place to eat! Great food and awesome service!!!
  28. acturtle

    Cincinnati

    38 reviews

    4.0

    38 reviews

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    Our meal and service were excellent. The portions are plentiful. We will return.
  29. travelingbuzzard

    Raleigh

    84 reviews

    5.0

    84 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    we had 2 tables of 4, but upon arrival set up a table for all 8. And it was busy, so really nice. Server was outstanding, friendly. Food and drinks were excellent. good portions, so arrive hungry.
  30. TomG

    Louisville

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience2
    VERY noisy atmosphere, not intended for a cozy dinner for two! Food was OK, came out a little cool. Server, Page, was very attentive, but did not ask why my wife's sandwich was barely touched (although very few places do anymore). Good enough to try one more time.
  31. JamesG

    Louisville

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Good food, good atmosphere, good service. One of Lexingtons best!
  32. ANNETTEF

    Louisville

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We sat toward the back in a booth. Food was fantastic.
  33. Deborah

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Everyone in our party really enjoyed our entrees . Very good. The drinks were a little off the usual taste. Everyone noticed it. Not as enjoyable.
  34. toms

    Key West

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Server was great, food as usual great. We were running late due to traffic and called table was held extra 5 minutes
  35. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, drinks and environment. Second time we have been here and really enjoyed it both times.
  36. Chip

    New England

    123 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    123 reviews

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food and big selection of Bourbon. We liked the atmosphere.
  37. scottw

    Louisville

    36 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    36 reviews

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We all enjoyed our food and service. We will continue to be back
  38. DebraF

    Indiana

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing food and service. Very friendly atmosphere!
  39. Itsnotme

    Louisville

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food and service were fantastic. The patio was a nice spot but some traffic noise was annoying. I understand that is not something the restaurant can control but it did affect our dining experience.
  40. CynthiaD

    Louisville

    10 reviews

    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on May 18, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    I have good hearing but the noise level makes for somewhat challenging conversation. The buzz inside commingles with 🚨 sirens. And please, could you pave your parking lot? Food great, service lovely. Prices are a bit over the top. While I didn’t notice it so much before the pandemic, now the prices are glaring.

FAQs

Carson's Food & Drink is rated 4.9 stars by 4705 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 127 times today
Google Map for Carson's Food & Drink

362 E Main St, Lexington, KY 40507

Additional information

  • Cross Street

    Eastern Ave

  • Neighbourhood

    Lexington

  • Hours of Operation

    Mon–Fri 11:30 am–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 10:00 am–10:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    American

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress Code

    Business Casual

  • Parking Details

    Public Lot

  • Payment Options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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