Phenomenal is the word that comes to mind. I've only eaten here once but it was so good I typed the yelp review out before I walked out. Really the kind of place you want to see in your town. Food is delicious, the whole menu is clearly put together with thought and the ingredients are, I'll say it, phenomenal! So many types of breads for their sandwiches, for instance. I got the steak bahn mi, and that is a bread centric, fresh ingredient sandwich, and my god it might be the best bahn mi I've ever had! You'd think it came from a Vietnamese place in downtown LA or something. 18 dollars, not mad at it at all. Wish it had a side but we'll forgive... The beer menu, same thing. Not boring, not frilly. Had a seasonal pumpkin ale, loved it. They also have seasonal cocktails, similarly thought out- planteray rum instead of morgan, example A. Example B a guava margarita. 15 dollars but it should be 15 dollars. Vibes are nice, maybe a little burger counter meets a hotel lobbyish, but the bar is solid. It's got a garage door that opens up when the weathers right. The wifi is fast and it has the appropriate amount of TVs. Staff is all good at their job. Right now I have Stephanie behind the bar, personable and attentive but not overbearing. Music is good and not too loud. OVERALL: Man PHENOMENAL spot. I'd recommend it for lunch, a beer with a buddy, really any casual dinner, maybe a lower stakes business meeting or a first date if she's not too too bougie. Lexington it is our duty to support places like this! As someone who works from home this place is about to see alot more of me. read more

Fantastic Brunch. Loved the freshness and flavor and service was very quick and friendly. The bartender/server gave great recommendations. It's also very aesthetically pleasing in terms of seating and decor. Will have to try for lunch/dinner sometime read more

I love the Lomo Saltado Loaded Fries and I ask for extra brown sauce. It has an amazing rich umami flavor and the most prominent flavor is from Aji amarillo paste (Peruvian yellow chili). I love their version of this common Peruvian dish! As far as brunch goes, I love their breakfast burrito! They melt cheddar cheese on the flour tortilla before loading it up with eggs, potatoes and meat. That extra step of melting the cheese makes a difference -it's a nice layer of melted cheddar and they put a cheese sauce over the top too!l read more

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My wife and I along with our youngest daughter stopped in on Saturday evening while in town for a concert. We were seated immediately upon walking in. The place was packed. We had great service, which started with drinks and appetizers. Our table agreed to just order a bunch of appetizers and share. We had the Spring Rolls, Empanadas, Buffalo Chicken Wontons and a side of the Loaded Fries. Everything was delicious. They had a good selection of beer, wine and cocktails. We had two other family members join us after we ordered and our server got an extra chair for our table to accommodate a total of 5 of us. It worked out perfectly. The atmosphere last night was loud and lively, which was fine with us. read more

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Still consistently great after 4 years of meals! This time was the first time ordering dessert though--the whopping portion that is the coffee and donuts bread pudding will make you so happy. It's epic! And the taste is really phenomenal; we switched out the coffee ice cream for vanilla and it was so so good. If you're hanging out at East End, you MUST try the dessert! Also: I deeply appreciate not feeling rushed while me and a friend caught up. It was refreshing to feel like I could have a slow and nice lunch and the service staff respected us being there for 3 hours! A testament to a lovely place worthy of your dollars. read more

East End Tap and Table - Kale and Brussel salad. Naan. East End punch. - Gastropubs Near Me - Lexington, Kentucky

Stopped in for a couple of cocktails waiting for another place to open. The staff was super friendly and the cocktails were really good. I got a spicy Bloody Mary and my bride got a dirty old fashioned. Both of us really enjoyed our drinks. Hoping to stop back in to try their entrees. The staff here was very friendly!! read more

East End Tap and Table - Dirty Old Fashioned - Gastropubs Near Me - Lexington, Kentucky

Food, service and vibe are all still outstanding. They even brought a table over to help our big group fit together. Got monsta chicken biscuit again (it's hard to show how big this biscuit truly is- I couldn't finish it and I very rarely leave anything on my plate) along with a mimosa carafe. I like how they give you option of what juice too. Was able to try their chicken tenders also and the Asian spicy chili sauce is unbelievably delicious and fresh. Next time I'll probably go with a spicy chicken sandwich and add that sauce to it. Highly recommend anything on the menu read more

East End Tap and Table - Monsta biscuit sandwich - Gastropubs Near Me - Lexington, Kentucky

Best. Chicken. Sandwich. Ever. What more can I say? We stopped in. For lunch and the Old Fashioned was perfect. My husband had a burger he was unwilling to share. . My son had Bahn Mi with tofu which he really liked. Great service and friendly staff. read more

The food here was delicious. Nice vibe. Small space, so be sure to get in early or you may have to wait. Had a few issues with the server. She seemed very new, because when asked questions, she either guessed wrong or had to go ask. I also asked for no tomato on my sandwich, but it came with two large slices of tomato. Also, we were celebrating a birthday and I asked if they offered any dessert for that. She went and checked, and came back and said no. That's fine, but what really gave me a negative toward this restaurant, was that when I asked the server if I could swap sweet potato fries for the side house salad for no more money, she said yes. I believed her and made the swap, but when the check came, it was $1 more. If I had known that, I would've done things differently. I confronted her about it, and she just apologized, admitted her error, but that was it. No going to find the manager or taking that off my receipt. I get that it's only $1, but to be told one thing and find another, is very unsettling as a customer. ALSO. Management really needs to address this. If you're going to charge a side of sweet potatoes and side house salad BOTH at $5 on the menu's side list, there shouldn't be ANY addition when swapping those out for an entree. This place would've received 5 stars if it weren't for this customer service issue. read more

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Food was great. Location does require you to park offsite but I recommend across the road behind / to the side of Carson's. Menu was eclectic. Food came quickly! It was a decorated and set up really adorable. Our waitress was very nice and the prices were competitive. Only thing I would change is the drink menu. They couldn't make a chocolate martini, so I'd expand the bar a bit but I see this a lot. So it's not uncommon. Definitely would go again! read more

East End Tap and Table - East End Spicy Chicken Sandwich - Gastropubs Near Me - Lexington, Kentucky

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Pleasant experience for a random week night dinner. I liked everything we ate & drank in here. To start with they had a non alcoholic beer that tasted really good. The thick curly fries were an interesting experience. I got a tofu Bahn Mi and my husband got the same with chicken. I won't say it was the best Bahn Mi, but it hit all the right spots. The server added in a Peruvian cilantro sauce that tasted heavenly. For desert we had the donut coffee cake with coffee icecream, which also was really good. The place had a laid back vibe. Only concern was when ether of the doors opened, it brought jn a lot of cold air from outside. The paintings displayed were from local artists which was quite a discovery for us. Good experience overall, will certainly come back. read more

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We came here before a show at the opera house. The service was quick, so it was a good choice before the show and we found parking right away. We split a few things: the empanadas, Thai lettuce wraps (chicken), and the asian bowl (chicken). All were delicious. We are not from the area, so I was sad that they were out of the hummus dish, but if we come back I will add that to the line up. They had outdoor seating and did well with groups. read more

The restaurant is one of our go tos. Its like an upscale bar with yummy food. It is very clean. Seats are close but not so close that it's uncomfortable. The drink menu is expansive. The food is fresh and service is good, but kitchen is kinda slow. Its a great place for a relaxing, no rush evening with friends. read more

East End Tap and Table - Crispy Kale and Brussels with Shrimp - Gastropubs Near Me - Lexington, Kentucky

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This is not a gastropub. Actual menu is not what is online. I waited 25 minutes for my tiny pour of wine. Decided to not order the lack luster food but pay and go elsewhere. Took ages to get the damn bill and the place was not busy! If they want to be a gastropub then managers/owners need to go to Britain to see how it is done properly. Fried chicken sandwich or smashburger is NOT gastropub fare. And maybe hire staff that move faster than glaciers advance or retreat! read more

Obsessed! Loved the mule & the curry was amazing. Great wait staff! Nice vibe, easy to get seating even for a group of 6. read more

East End Tap and Table - Chicken Thai Chicken Yellow Curry - Gastropubs Near Me - Lexington, Kentucky

He Said: Based on *MY* experience, I would give East End Tap and Table 3 stars. I had the Fried Egg Bahn Mi brunch sandwich and while I appreciate the eggs being cooked well, there was little in the sandwich that made it "bahn mi." It had very little flavor and the bread was so-so. The beer list was disappointing given the name of the establishment. I don't think there's any reason to return when next we're in town. She Said: Based on *MY* experience, I would give East End Tap and Table 5 stars. I had the Asian Bowl, the chicken was cooked perfectly, and the whole thing was fresh and bursting with delicious Thai flavors. The beer list was disappointing, but I'm a resourceful girl and ordered a nice glass of red wine to accompany my meal. I would happily return when next we're in town. Potty Points: no trip to the potty for me on this visit read more

Good food, good service. The burgers and fries are exceptionally good. I have also really enjoyed the empanadas, the chicken minis and the chicken and waffles. Very good food. read more

Stopped in here on a Friday morning excited to try their brunch. The pictures on Yelp looked so delicious! I was sad to find out they don't serve brunch on weekdays but only on the weekend which is dissapointing. We chose a seat outside as it was a nice day and not too crowded. We ordered a bunch of appetizers to split. My favorite was the Buffalo Chicken Rangoons. See pictures posted of everything we ordered. I would come back but it would be to try the brunch menu. Service was good and outside seating was great. read more

Gotta get the Smash Burger with fries. Side of Aioli? Gotta get it. Crispy Kale & Brussels, Shrimp? Gotta get it. East End? Gotta go. read more

East End Tap and Table - Smash Burger - Gastropubs Near Me - Lexington, Kentucky

Had dinner here tonight after exploring UK & Lex a little bit. Nice patio seating. Plenty of parking around. The gentleman that was the host was great; our server was very nice but service was pretty slow. My cocktail was very good - I forget what it was called. We had the spicy tuna crispy rice which was delicious!!! I've been craving crispy rice and there isn't hardly anywhere to get it in Pittsburgh. For my meal I got the east end spicy chicken sandwich which came with field greens. Sandwich was great, huge, and messy. the chicken was perfectly crispy and fresh and the bun was soft and delicious. My sister had the burger and cheese fries which she really liked; I tried her fries and they were really good! Really cute spot, perfect outdoor dining in Lex. read more

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This is a cute little spot in downtown Lexington with a unique fusion menu. My husband and I stopped in for a late lunch/early dinner on a Saturday around 4 p.m. There's a large parking lot across the street, and apparently parking is free on weekends. We were seated right away, as the restaurant was busy, but not packed. I guess we caught the tail end of brunch -- East End serves brunch until 4 p.m., which is much later than most restaurants I've been to, but I'm here for it! We opted to share a few different things on their fun, fusion menu. The Crispy Rice and Spicy Tuna bites were definitely our favorite thing we tried -- the tuna had great flavor, and when paired with the crunch of the rice, the whole bite just melted in our mouths. We also enjoyed the East End Tenders -- these resemble the breading at Cane's, and they're served with a delightfully tangy honey mustard sauce. We also shared the East End Burger and a side of Garlic Green Beans. The burger was delicious -- cooked how we requested, and packed with flavor. It comes with a side of fries, which are cut in fun shapes and served perfectly crispy. The green beans were just OK -- a little bit oily for our taste, but the garlic definitely comes through, which is always appreciated. The prices also weren't bad at all -- with all of that food, and two beers each, we still left for under $100. This is definitely a solid lunch/dinner option, and something we'll surely consider the next time we're in Lex! read more

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My boyfriend, daugher (12) and i came here during our recent trip to Lexington. We found it on yelp and made reservations pretty easily. The ambience was a bit loud but nice and while the wait staff were super busy we never felt abandoned. The menu was varied and the food was super tasty. I came for the spicy tuna rice cakes which were pretty decent and loved the chicken lettuce wraps. I had the spiced pear drink and it was so delicious. Definitely recommend read more

East End Tap and Table - Spiced pear martini and water - Gastropubs Near Me - Lexington, Kentucky

Came here with my husband on our first day and have been back several times since with no complaints. Great atmosphere, staff and selection of menu options. I do wish they would change up the menu occasionally, it's been more or less the same the past few years. read more

East End Tap and Table - Kofta Burger - Gastropubs Near Me - Lexington, Kentucky

Amazing meal at East End Tap! Was lucky enough to get an outdoor seat with friends. Watermelon Margarita was delish, and the Asian bowls were out of this world - fresh and spicy! read more

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Started the weekend early with the Spicy Carrot Margarita! Very light and refreshing! The chicken wonton's are amazinggg! And the crispy rice and tuna I could eat like 15 of them! Lastly the spicy chicken sandwich was amazing! The sauce was perfect and the slaw was a good counterbalance! Overall 10/10 experience! read more

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Stopped in for a quick lunch on our way to Red River Gorge. The service was outstanding. Every bite was delicious and you could tell it was a scratch kitchen. The buffalo chicken wontons were amazing even the blue cheese dressing was made in house. For my main meal I had the crispy kale, brussel sprouts and shrimp. It was so flavorful. You will not be disappointed. read more

East End Tap and Table - Interior and bar - Gastropubs Near Me - Lexington, Kentucky

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Can't go wrong here, everything is so good! Nice little outdoor tables if you wanna sit outside and a good beer list as well! Asian bowl is fire and the fried chicken always hits read more

stopped in on a whim and was not disappointed. service was great, very friendly and quick staff. got a great recommendation from the waitress, and ended up ordering appetizer and dessert! food was excellent as was the beer selection. I'd go back. read more

We had the best service! Itzel was quite busy but every time she greeted our table she was smiling polite and engaging. She has the perfect demeanor for the service industry. I had the Everything bagel salmon salad and it was the best salad I've had this season. The bread pudding was absolutely scrumptious!! read more

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East End Tap and Table is the place to go for breakfast/ brunch ! Today I ordered thru door dash for the first time. I ordered their cereal coated PB &J and their fruit plate . When I got my order the food was beautiful and still warm. I enjoyed every bite I took . I will definitely be ordering from here again! Keep up the good work! read more

Crispy rice and shrimp was a surprising 10/10!!! We also had the Thai chicken wraps. Also good! Food was phenomenal and drinks were great! Reasonably priced bourbon pours and the dirty old fashioned was A++! read more

This place is always good. Dinner, brunch, snacks, catered gig. They do food right. Most recent visit was for brunch. I got the BIG BRUNCH BISCUIT Two Scrambled Eggs, Choice of Bacon, Sage Sausage, Chorizo or Thai Sausage (Sai Ua) American Cheese with gravy. I chose bacon. What's not to love. My wife got strawberry stuffed waffles and bacon. Top notch. We both had cocktails ... what the hell did we have... Blood Peach Bellini... tasty. You can also get bottomless mimosas which are popular, but we had driving to do later. This will be a solid choice that you should feel good about making. read more

East End Tap and Table - Gastropubs Near Me - Lexington, Kentucky

I feel like it could have more desserts and better food and more food and i think they should serve fries

The food was super creative and still very cohesive. Not sure that everything I tried worked perfectly but the fusion dishes overall were quite good read more

Last Night was probably my third or fourth time visiting over the years. I've previously enjoyed their burger & fries...especially their unique fries. It was very lively for a Tuesday night, but I got a table for three as soon as I walked it. Since I was early for my scheduled meet up, I ordered their version of an old fashioned...it was delicious (I like my OF on the sweeter side)!! I only got a pic of my empty glass. Seriously the best one I've had in awhile. My husband ordered Salmon & his son ordered spicy chicken sandwich. They enjoyed their selections. I stuck with the fries, Thai lettuce wraps, & Asian wings. Wrap presentaction was super cute, fun, & tasty. Wings were ok...saucy & charred but lacked the flavor I was expecting. Service was not the best...not sure if server was overwhelmed or lacks a hospitable disposition. My husband is super friendly & she was cold towards him. He agreed that she was unpleasant. I still tipped her over 15% but under my normal standard 20%. I'll come again but I'll seriously avoid her section. read more

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Came for an early dinner with daughter before heading back home. Apparently starting at 5:30 pm you need a reservation, or sit outside. (PLEASE put this on your website!!! ). We don't mind sitting outside, but please get sun umbrellas that tilt, so you can actually block the sun and your diners don't get baked. Our waiter had Zero personality, checked in only to take orders. Beer was flat, or became flat rather quickly. The Food came out fast and tasted good, would've loved to hang out longer, but the sun made it unbearable. Also in the 45 minutes we were there, only 3 other tables were seated inside with additional diners, while we sat outside. Might give you another try next time we're in town.l, but no guarantees read more

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OMG!! My salmon was cooked to perfection. It did not have that fishy smell. The ambiance was cute. Nice crowd. Service was ok. But my Salmon was the highlight of my day!! read more

East End Tap and Table - Loaded Mac and Cheese. Thai glazed Salmon with garlic green beans. - Gastropubs Near Me - Lexington, Kentucky

Wonderful dining and the food was AMAZING. I love the strawberry pancakes!! Service and ambiance are always perfect for breakfast and brunch vibes. read more

The food was outstanding and the staff was extremely friendly and attentive. I got the spicy chicken sandwich and it was delicious. I'll be back if I'm ever in the area again. read more

What a great place! We happened upon it since the neighboring restaurant had an hour wait. Glad we went! It wasn't busy at all when we arrived. We were greeted quickly and seated by Claudia, who was also our server. She gave great recommendations (I ended up with the Spicy Tuna bowl, which she said she loved) and was attentive throughout our meal. I did miss getting a picture of the Buffalo Chicken Wontons... they were delicious. An interesting twist on the standard wonton! We all loved our meals. Great flavors with the right amount of food. Would definitely recommend! I would certainly go back in the future! read more

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