The ambiance was good but I'm not sure when it was I came here last time but the Alfredo tasted…read moredifferent like a year ago it was better back then the sauce was more saucy , hard to explain but the sauce they use now is good but the other one was way better on the Alfredo

Good Service. Good Food…read more We like the Shrimp Tacos, and the Devil's Pass Pasta. We eat here often. No complaints. Highly recommend!

We LOVED our time at The Obstinate Sons! This place is a MUST TRY!…read more We were recently on a little getaway for our Anniversary, looking for a good spot to have a nice dinner. We really struck gold finding this gem of a spot!! The atmosphere is perfect! Soft lighting, not a lot of tables, not at all crowded, beautiful decor, we were very impressed from the moment we stepped in the door! Our waiter stopped by our table pretty quickly and did such a great job for our whole dining experience! He was very helpful when we asked for recommendations, and was perfectly attentive throughout our time! Several super friendly people stopped by our table over the course of our evening, the service was remarkable! Obstinate Sons keeps a small menu - I love this!! Not only does it make it easier to choose what to order, it also typically means a place does the things they offer, VERY well! This idea fit accurately with this restaurant! Every single thing we had was top notch and done so very well! We left so impressed! We started cocktails! The bar tender was excellent and had our drinks out quickly! We both ordered various Old Fashioned's, when in Rome, right?! Since we were in town for some local distillery tours, it only felt right to sample some of the local flavors - and they have a LOT of choices! Extensive bourbon list! Everything we had was superb! Next we went in for an appetizer, the deviled eggs! They rotate how they make them, variating flavors and ingredients! I can't remember exactly what flavors they had the night we were in, but they were delicious! Bacon and horseradish were for sure elements! Loved these!! I am a sucker for a good salad so when I saw that they offered a wedge salad with their "own memorable bleu cheese" I knew I had to try one! It was extremely memorable as I'm still thinking about it weeks later! ;) The roasted heirloom tomatoes were exceptional, tiny little guys packed with SO much flavor! I could have used a few more of those, they complimented the salad so perfectly! The toasted onions were also superior! This was a really great salad!! Next up entrees with beers! :) We tried a couple of beers we had never had before, the Bearded Iris Homestyle and the Country Boy Cougar Bait - both amazing and refreshing!! We ordered the Prime Pork Chop which came with the most delectable risotto, wow! So good! We also ordered the Sole Piccata which was quite possibly the best fish entree I've ever tasted! The sauce was perfection and the fish was perfectly prepared with the best panko parmesan crust, HIGHLY recommend!! We also tried a side of the Smashed Roasted Garlic Herb Red Skins Potatoes, very good! The sides serve 3 so they go a long way! We had too much to finish!! ;) Lest you think I'm finished here, I haven't even gotten to the best part! DESSERT!!! We don't often order dessert out - we don't usually save room and it's just not usually our thing. Because we were celebrating our anniversary, I guess we felt extra on this particular evening because we decided to try some dessert. After some great explanation and recommendations by our server we landed on the bread pudding. This dish also varies regularly with the chef's discretion. They have different flavor profiles that rotate, if I understood correctly. On this particular evening the waiter explained the bread pudding feature: I wish I could remember the way he described it, word for word. I'm struggling to remember the details but I believe it was a chocolate bread pudding with a caramel bourbon sauce. Maybe something to do with Kahlua sauce. You'll have to forgive my memory, I just don't know all that he said - however, what I DO know and am QUITE certain of, this was very literally THE BEST dessert I have EVER tasted in my life! EXTREME delight! I literally told my husband I felt like my life was complete after finishing this dessert, it was THAT incredible! My advice on this restaurant - Do not skip a bourbon based cocktail and DO NOT SKIP DESSERT! ;) The entire meal was an honest absolute pleasure, but those two things stand out for me about our meal! If there were a yelp rating higher than 5 stars, The Obstinate Sons would deserve it - EXCEPTIONAL PLACE!!! Make this your next choice!

Cute place, but doesn't take reservations. Our first attempt at this, there were six of us and we…read morewere going on Saturday evening - don't even try it. For two people, ok.. for 4 it's a toss up... anymore than 4 there is no way. The second attempt was a weekday and my husband and I decided to try again and we got right in. Pros: - Good service - Good bar (which included port wine on the dessert menu) - Good food - we had the bread pudding for dessert and it was great! It is good food, I got the shells and it was good, but nothing I would go out of my way to have again. Cons: - Somewhat of a small menu (both food and cocktail); I think (for me) expanding the cocktail menu would be a very feasible upgrade for this place. - It's toss up on prime time weekends how long you'll have to wait for a table since its a pretty small place

Great brunch spot! Server was great, food was delicious. Super cute space-- not too many tables…read morethat you feel crowded. The food was really good. The savory French toast was also different but SO good. Highly recommend

My wife and I had lunch here late on a Wednesday afternoon, around 2 PM. This was our first time…read moresince they moved from the small place on N Limestone to the much bigger location on National Ave. There were only 2 or 3 other parties. We were greeted and seated promptly inside. Our hostess and server were both friendly and engaged. They have outdoor seating, as well, but it was way too hot for that. We got water and menus right away. They serve Breakfast/Brunch from open to close (9 am to 3 pm, dinner hours Fri, Sat) as well as lunch items and the menu looks good all around. My wife got the Fried Green Tomato BLT. I got Brunch on a Bun (fried egg, a large sausage patty, pepperjack cheese, bacon jam, on a toasted pretzel bun). Both came with Tots that were crispy and hot. She said the BLT was great and it was large and a lot of food. My sandwich was hot and delicious, but really messy to eat with hands. Might be best as a knife & fork dish. Either way, it was a lot of food and I took home part of it for later. Both dishes were $17 and worth it. We look forward to going back as this experience was flawless.

We arrived a little early for the Yelp event so we hit the bar and had a cocktail…read more My wife and I attended the Yelp event tonight and it was fantastic. Mike and his staff did a great job setting up the Ballroom for our group. We got to see two of our favorites at Origin Hotel/33 Staves, Jennifer and Ruby. They are Rockstars!! We enjoyed the food. The Fried Catfish was my favorite and the Blueberry Cheesecake was phenomenal. My wife's favorite was the Fried Green Tomatoes. We took advantage of the bourbon tastings with Pinhook and Jeptha Creed. We got a caricature done by Rob Maystead with the Caricature Shop.

This was my first event at 33 Staves, but it certainly won't be my last! This was a Yelp Elite…read moregathering with all the fixings and what a treat! We met the event staff, management and met the chef and ate some of her delicious food. There was a bourbon tasting and we heard about "Singbo" on Mondays, which sounds so fun! The lobby is beautiful and I can't wait to gather here with friends to enjoy an evening out at Fritz Farm.

Hot Brown is legit and one of the best I've ever had. Drinks were strong. Service was goodread more

We were looking for a quick, tasty dinner after travelling all day. Hubby said the Kentucky Hot…read moreBrown was terrific. Great selection of beer. Happy hour too! Win, win!

This was our first time visiting the new Turner Commons location and we were NOT disappointed! The…read morenew location was beautifully curated and had a cozy, but upscale vibe that we're used to seeing at OBC Kitchen. They even have cozy blankets available for their fireside, outdoor dining spots; a very cute and clever touch. The bar beautifully highlights their bourbon selection which is as expansive as you would expect being in the heart of The Bluegrass As expected, the cocktails were amazing! We tried a few of their seasonal selections, a classic cocktail, and a Four Roses Small Batch neat. All were fantastic! The gin cocktail "he who shall not be named" was well balanced, bright, and overall easy to drink-a crowd pleaser! The milk and sugar (classic cocktail) and the pumpkin espresso martini were coffee-forward, not too sweet options that made for a perfect "dessert" drink without feeling like you were drinking syrup. If you want a fun, new take on some classic cocktails- OBC is never the wrong choice! Now- the food! We had the Parker's Roll- they came out piping hot in a cute cast iron skillet, a cute nod to the KY Southern cooking that I grew up with. The rosemary had just enough presence to be different/modern but was not in your face, which was a bonus for me-but if you're hoping for super flavor forward rolls these may not be for you. Not pictured, my husband's caprese chicken- it was perfectly seared with just the right amount of crispness, the marinara and caprese salad on the side were the perfect amount of freshness and brightness to lighten up the dish. The short ribs and cheesy grits felt like home- a great dish for a rainy, fall night. No complaints here! We also split the hashbrown au gratin- it was yummy, the jalapeño was pepper first, heat second and had just the right amount of freshness and heat to make an otherwise "classic" dish just a little bit more special. SERVICE! While this is a new-to-us location, OBC is a well established, well executed restaurant and the service reflects their heritage. We were fortunate to be one of the tables that Rachel and Jake were working with tonight- Rachel was training but never missed a step and honestly, was a DELIGHT to spend the evening with. :) She was kind, attentive, and knowledgeable about the menu. She was not "pushy" and gave us plenty of time to just enjoy each course of our meal without being interrupted with ordering the next step. Jake (her trainer) checked in every now and then for feedback on how Rachel was doing, he was always polite and helpful but honestly, not necessary because she was amazing! We also had a few members of the bar team and "runners" check in/deliver drinks and food throughout the meal- they were all polite, timely, kind, and willing to help even if it was outside of their typical "role". Price point: for us, the meal was a little more than we would pay for "just dinner" but for a rare, parents-only, night out it was perfectly reasonable. We will probably reserve this for an "occasion" or a showcase dinner when we have friends in town BUT it is perfect for that! Overall, a great time, with great people, and great food! We're excited to have them on the north side of town!

Dark and mysterious bourbon cellar vibe that serves up some killer food…read more Make a reservation for this loud and potentially dark, depending on where you're seated, foodie joint. Or maybe slip into the bar unannounced. Super friendly! As they've outgrown the Tates Creek location and are building out the new location, the website and Google conflicted on who's open and where. At the moment I'm here on TC. To make sure I knew where I was going, Grace called to confirm my reservation and the correct location. Bonus points! If you're reading this they've already moved to Turner Commons. Maybe the best fries I've ever had. Seriously! I love a fry. The thicker the better. These aren't steak fries but a healthy, house cut, seasoned to perfection. I could make a meal of of these with the dipping sides of smoked tomato ketchup (meh), lemon-garlic rosemary aioli (oh yeah), and a thai chili dipping sauce (B I N G O) $9 Cola-Braised Shirt Ribs were good. The greens with bacon, I mean, bacon, rocked better than other sides in the past. So there's a win. The scoop of grits were delicious and made for a perfect trifecta @ $33. Wanting something more refreshing yet still filling? I highly recommend the Heirloom Tomatoes/Watermelon/Burrata salad $22. You will think it's huge, and it is, but you'll clean your plate. Dessert? Well. That's bourbon, Son. OBC has an exceptional collection. Peruse options on the iPad to get hints of flavors, proofs, and costs. May I suggest the Stag Single Barrel? It's uncut, unfiltered, and a very limited batch from Buffalo Trace. It's a beauty and a beast. Being a date Collect your friends Join a party Does not matter OBC is where you should band give Akeem a shout out at the bar on the way to your table

Staying at a hotel nearby, I walked over to check this place out. The Old-Fashion was spot on as it…read moreshould be in the heart of bourbon country. The house salad had a tasty blue cheese dressing and I ordered the salmon entree which was cooked to perfection. The patio was quiet at 6 pm but started to get busy when I left.

I was looking forward to a delightful meal, as recommended just this past Monday by family…read more Upon walking in tonight, the blonde host politely informed me (after asking) I could sit at the indoor or patio bar. Excellent! So, I self-sat at the outdoor bar. Over the next 15 minutes I wasn't greeted, while watching the host I spoke to, 2 servers and a seemingly person of management (petit female) walked by with no care. Oddly enough, the server named Andy was also working! His service to my family on Monday was the reason for me trying this restaurant out and becoming a regular. I will not be returning to give you a try. If you don't care about service I can't imagine what the care for food safety is like.

DJ the bartender was awesome and really made us feel welcome. We appreciate such an enthusiastic…read moregreeting and great service! Thank you, DJ!

Came to Malone's for Lexington Restaurant Week. The salmon was great as always and the wild rice…read morewas a great addition! Very flavorful and paired well with the salmon. Sadly, though the new cookie dessert is just pitiful. Thin, crispy, and rock hard cookies with a dollop of whipped cream. The ice cream didn't even come with it, I had to ask for it. My friends and I were so disappointed as the waiter told us that this sad cookie dessert is the new birthday dessert for the restaurant. Major downgrade from the old dessert! But other than the cookies, our meal was great and service was excellent as always!

I have to say that this awesome neighborhood bar and grill is great!…read more They have the best Catfish Sandwich that I have ever had. They toast the bun and put fresh vegetables on it and the breading (not sure that's what it is called) or the coating is amazing and delicious. It's a little crisp on the outside and perfectly cooked on the inside! Just my opinion but I am sure that others agree... don't order the chicken. Last time I ordered the chicken sliders and I couldn't eat them because the chicken was tough and like rubber. My wife ordered the Voodoo Pasta with blackened chicken tonight and it was the same. They politely comped both dishes but just don't order it. They have many other dishes that are delicious!

Our first time here. The banana peppers appetizer was excellent, served with cocktail sauce and…read moreranch. Very good hamburger with seasoned fries. The salmon was grilled properly and tasted great. We also tried the Voodoo Pasta. Very good taste. The server was very attentive and the food came out hot. The decor is a big upgrade from the old Shamrock's Highly recommend. W

While in town in Lexington Kentucky for business our host brought us to lunch to the Lexington…read moreClub. From what I was told the club is a Business Persons Club that was established in 1860. It is one of those traditional clubs that I am familiar with being once a member of the New York Athletic Club. The interior of the Club is quite traditional but seems to have not changed in many years. We had a private room for lunch where we discussed business and enjoyed lunch. Marcus was our server and he was wonderful. All of the food was fabulous, but the one lunch order that stuck out was the Special Burger. The burger was incredible; meaty and perfectly cooked with everything on it along with a fried egg.

After a day at Keeneland, we were invited to dinner as guests of a member and I was very…read moreimpressed. Excellent service and fantastic food. I enjoyed the Caesar salad immensely, generously coated with rich dressing and garnished with anchovies. Then I had the lamb chops with mint jelly, cooked and seasoned to perfection. My friend had the rib eye as recommended by the waiter, which proved to also be delicious. The decor is traditional and stately with lovely horse portraits and an authentic Kentucky feel. Located in a mysterious historic building with no signage, I don't think I could locate the club again honestly. The crowd was low key but full of interesting people, mostly upper crust, horse connection types and attorneys. I met some unique folks here over the course of the evening. We had a wonderful time! If you are ever invited to dine here, be sure to accept as you will not be disappointed.