If you're in Lexington and you don't stop here, you're doing Kentucky wrong. I walked in expecting…read morea solid pour, but I walked out feeling like I'd just left a family reunion--the kind where everyone actually likes each other. The selection is top-tier (easily one of the best I've seen in the Bluegrass State), but the hospitality is what sets this place apart. We ended up chatting with the owner, and he treated us like old friends who had been coming there for twenty years. It's rare to find a spot that has both a world-class whiskey list and zero pretension. It's the perfect atmosphere--historic building, great energy, and people who truly know their bourbon. Pro Tip: Pull up a stool, ask for a recommendation, and be prepared to stay a while. You're among friends here.

I recently went to Bourbon on Rye while visiting Lexington and I was amazed. I got the bourbon…read morebarbecue Gouda chicken sliders and the barbecue sauce was amazing. The chicken was fresh and the fries were really good as well. They also have a really nice cocktail list and they make all of their syrups and shrubs in house which I think is awesome. It sets them apart from other bars in the area. I got the union cocktail and it was the perfect mix of bitter and sweet. My friend had the bourbon sour and it was really good as well. Will definitely be back here next time I'm in Lex.

The food was fantastic! The atmosphere is also very cozy, speakeasy vibes. My husband and I were…read moreblown away!

Best steak of my life. Very nice environment and great sides. Quick service and great variety…read more Recommend the steak medallions because they are so tender

Clay, best server I've ever met in my life!! Super attentive and loved hearing the history behind…read morethe owners. We will be back a requesting clay. The pound cake is as amazing as everyone says. The cannon balls are phenomenal. We will be back!

We had drinks and oysters. The bartender was attentive and the cocktails were fantastic.read more

It's been a minute since we've been here. We went on a…read moreSaturday afternoon after being at farmer's market. There are three tables inside however when we were there all three tables were occupied which is no biggie. We literally live within walking distance so we didn't care to take it home and eat there. There was no wait to order and the food came out hot and fresh. We both got cheeseburgers (i got a side of fries) and we both got drinks. I forgot how generous they were with their serving size. You definitely get your money's worth. And the food is good! Its well lit and always clean. They have a great variety of drinks including a fountain machine. They also have soft serve ice cream (I've had it on a previous visit and it is good). I have to say the food has stayed consistent and so have the size of the servings.

Loved the Philly cheesesteak sandwich!! That cheese is to die for! Went ahead and bought the fries…read more& drink with it and it's worth the price. Can't wait to visit this place again.

We had a fun evening here one Saturday night while visiting Lexington. My fiancée and I had spent…read morethe day touring bourbon distilleries and were looking for somewhere lowkey with good food and good vibes. We stumbled upon Sidebar Grill while walking to downtown and based on the amount of people packed inside decided to give it a try. The only seats left were at the bar, which was fine with us, so we seated ourselves and ordered some beers. The bar tender and cook were super talkative and fun. While it took a while for us to get our food, we didn't care. We really enjoyed our time sitting there, making conversation, and watching the cook to his work. If you are in Lexington, I would recommend visiting this unassuming place, even if it's just for a drink. The staff is funny and down-to-earth, the food is really good, and the prices are nice compared to other dining options downtown. My only work of advice is, do not be the person to order chicken tenders and hold up everyone's dinner.

EVERYTHING! A wonderful little dive bar in Lexington, with one of the BEST grilled hamburgers I've…read moreever had!! The bowl of chili was amazingly flavorful. I wish I lived closer because I would be here all the time. I wish I had gotten the steak that is also grilled. In addition to the great food the service was impeccable! Keep up the great work and I'll be back when I'm in Lexington again.

This place is AHHH-MAZING! Honestly, it might be the best burger I've had since moving to Kentucky…read more The vibe is such a cool mix--part dive bar, part nostalgic hangout. It feels like the kind of "hopping" bar you imagined as a kid, with colored lights, loud energy, and retro knickknacks that look straight out of your grandparents' basement bar in 1986 in Milwaukee. It somehow hits the perfect balance between gritty and fun. And the food? Incredible. Everything tastes fresh and made with real ingredients. The pickles were on point, the burgers were outstanding, and the fries were loaded with toppings--honestly more toppings than fries--and I'm not mad about it at all. My new fave spot when I visit.

It's a bar.....first........then it happens to have wonderful burgers…read more Everything is American Wagyu so they're a little more flavorful than usual. I had a Chiflet burger & we shared crinklecut fries & sweet potato fries. The staff was very attentive & patient with us (we had lots of questions) Really neat place with super-cool decorations & a play-list right out of the Nineteen Eighties. Will be back - it's in a really cool area of downtown.

I love the live DJ they serve food up until 1:30 AM. Drinks are pretty strong. It's a lot of space…read moreand a cool hang out joint. Bathrooms clean and bartenders were nice

The Fishtank has made its return to the corner of Woodland and Euclid. It's cozy and comfy and open…read moreto all. There's booze, bbq, and entertainment. Drink specials are: Monday - 2-for-1 wells Tuesday - $1 off any tequila + $3 tequila sunrise Wednesday - $1 off any whiskey Thursday - $2 pints & $1 off wells O'Brother Smokehouse operates out of the same building and is typically open from 4 pm on from Wednesday through Sunday. Their loaded fries are unbeatable. The lettuce wraps are my absolute favorite. The Fishtank has string band music every Sunday from 7-9 pm with no cover that involves a rotating cast of local and regional musicians. Monday Melancholia is every third Monday evening. No cover. It's headed out by a local musician who plays nothing but sad songs, on the accordion! Definitely worth stopping in for. They're also hosting a monthly burlesque event featuring local and regional performers starting in December that I'm really looking forward to!

Good and not so good. Love the vibe and decor of this place. Feels much different than other…read moreMexican restaurants. Also, the service was outstanding. Ordered chips and salsa app and it was by far my favorite salsas I've had. Everything tasted super fresh and had flavors I've never had before. The Amarilla (yellow one) was truly unique. Margaritas we ordered were good but my spicy cucumber marg I couldn't really taste any cucumber and wasn't spicy at all. I ordered the mixed tacos plus an extra -the presentation of them was outstanding but the flavor was lacking. Got fried and grilled fish, steak and shrimp. The best one out of them was the fried fish. The other 3 were just ok and my grilled fish was a bit off putting. The tortillas seemed to have just been put on plate straight out of package and needed to be heated a bit or something because they were subpar. Overall our group enjoyed this spot but I'd order different tacos. I'll 100% be back solely because of the chips and salsa

Always great food and service. Sat at the bar for drinks and dinner while in the area tonight…read more I had the Shrimp, Chorizo and Fish Tacos and my wife had the Chicken Tostadas. Everything was very good.

I was truly stunned by the incredible bourbon/whiskey selection at OBC. They have over 800 unique…read moreoptions and the talented/educated staff to match in order to guide you through the selection process. The shear number of bottles on the bar will keep your eyes moving about and hard to focus on anything else. For food, I had the wagyu meatballs and couscous salad. Both were well sized and utterly delicious. I'll be back here again for sure

Every year, while driving between Chicago and Florida, we make a tradition of stopping in Lexington…read moreto take our friend out for dinner. This visit marked our third time at OBC Kitchen, and once again, it did not disappoint. This time we experimented with timing and booked an early reservation at 2:45 pm on a Saturday. We crossed over into the dinner menu and discovered something wonderful: the service and ambiance were even better than the busier evening hours after 6 pm. The staff was exceptionally attentive. Every dish and cocktail option was explained thoughtfully, which I appreciate, especially because I enjoy cocktails that come with a bit of theater. When drinks are presented with care, described well, and executed beautifully, the experience becomes part performance, part craft. Here, they delivered perfectly. The food, as always, was superb. We shared several chef selections including Beef Tallow Fries, Southern Grouper, Bacon in a Glass, and the Cola-Braised Short Ribs. Each dish was rich, flavorful, and confidently executed. Dessert continued the celebration with the Churro Cheesecake, and to our delight we were also gifted the Warm Buttermilk Donuts, which felt like a small act of culinary generosity. In a departure from my usual Manhattan and Old Fashioned flights, I tried a Bloody Mary and The Cure, both excellent and beautifully balanced. At this point I can confidently say OBC Kitchen is one of my favorite restaurants in the country. The consistency, creativity, and hospitality make every visit memorable. A special thank you to the team who took care of us on Saturday, March 7th, 2026. You elevated an already wonderful experience and made it even better than usual.

We were here tonight for a Retirement Party for a friend and the family had the Barrel Room…read morereserved. Very cool spot. We had appetizers and finger foods and a small bar selection and it was fine. The area was plenty big enough for our group. The bartenders were great. Glad we now know about this special spot at West Sixth.

Love that this location is connected to Smithtown Seafood and we can patronize two local businesses…read moreat the same time! It's a bit noisy in here, but the place was quite full on a Friday evening. We snagged a table and I ordered a pint of West Sixth regular cider at the bar. The bartender was friendly and the cider was cold, crisp and refreshing. We then ordered food from Smithtown Seafood next door using the QR code menu on our table. It was delivered to our table and we enjoyed our meal. Now that I've discovered West Sixth cider, I want to check out other locations!