Kenney's

Lovely café and bakery, relaxed yet refined decor. The owners are genuinely caring. We enjoyed the…read moreveggie quiche, veggie melt on focaccia, baked apple side, and a cookie. Thumbs up!

A soup and sandwich joint with lots of baked goods -- that's Blue Sky…read more It was a cold and drizzly day when I visited, and a bowl of butternut squash soup was the perfect thing. I also got The Yardbird sandwich after the server recommended it. It's basically just chicken salad and lettuce between a ciabatta roll, but it was simple and great. And what the heck: I can't visit a bakery that has multiple sweets without getting one. I also listened to the advice of the server when she recommended the orange scone. She was right again! It was tender and tasted like a Froot Loop. Blue Sky is located on the corner of a busy street. There are lots of tables, but if you can, sit at the bar that looks out onto the street to see the hustling and bustling college town.

Seating

Carrot cake

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Pumpkin cinnamon roll

Legendary Eats

4.5(46 reviews)

Well just a few things to note about Lexington. Due to the actions of another restaurant in…read moreLexington we try to avoid eating there. Politics should not be part of the dining experience. We found Legendary Eats on Yelp and decided to try them after reading the reviews and due to the fact they offer outside dining. When we entered we first noticed the cleanliness and then a wide selection of mostly sandwiches on the menu. We both ordered the El Cuco which is basically a Cuban sandwich. It was excellent and under $10. We will definitely return when we come back to the DC area.

Wow wow wow amazing sandwiches. They do not skimp on meet and toppings. Sub was savory and full of…read moreflavor. Met the owners the Hardens who also own Hardens restaurant. Great couple who shared insight on Lexington and W & L as we were visiting. We can see why this place is popular 1 block from campus.

The Sasquatch!!!

A nice smear!!!

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Sweet Treats Bakery

4.3(134 reviews)

Sweet Treats Catering - Can I Say, "Perfect!"…read more We used our favorite Lexington caterer for my 75th Birthday party. We have used them in the past for dinners and parties, large and small. They are outstanding. We had over 50 guests come to our home for the party. Shane and Adrian took care of everything (coordinating the tent, tables & chairs, linens, flowers, etc., etc.). Everything came off without a hitch. Most importantly, the food was absolutely delicious! Without seeming dramatic, it was the absolute best BBQ chicken and pork I have ever had. The sides were equally wonderful. Our guests couldn't stop praising it all. Sweet Treats also prepared the special birthday cake. Like the rest of the meal, the cake was superb. People went back for 2nd (and sometime 3rd) helpings. I strongly recommend you check out Sweet Treats. Best by far throughout Lexington and Rockbridge County. Should you have any questions concerning this review, feel free to reach out to me directly. Pat Flynn (904-501-1290)

We used to frequent Sweet Treats when we were students at W&L. Now, back for our 10-yr reunion, and…read moreSweet Treats is just as good as ever. I had a veggie panini and house made chips. The sandwich was very tasty. Their baked goods are also great! We enjoyed some fresh muffins. I recommend going to Sweet Treats for breakfast or lunch. It's a casual spot and reliably good.

Cupcake - 1 Piece

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Interior

Jersey Mike's Subs

4.6(10 reviews)

3.0 mi

Great food! Bathroom is clean. And everyone's so nice!! The sandwiches here are the best!!I Would…read morerecommend here.

Just what you'd expect from Jersey Mike's. Consistently the best subs around with an efficient…read morestaff. This one is hidden in the Walmart shopping center.

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TAPS

3.8(131 reviews)

We came in for lunch on a busy Saturday, and we were seated as a party of 3 right away. They…read moreaccommodated me bringing in my stroller. The server was very friendly. I had the Macho salad and sweet potato fries. My husband had steak and fries. The food was excellent, and we had no complaints. The dining room was comfortable and the noise level was fine. They also have a lounge and bar area at the front of the restaurant if you prefer that vibe.

Been to Lexington previously for business and we did not have any time to explore. So the wife and…read moreI arrived and are staying at The Georges, the Livery. Oh my goodness, exquisite room. So first timers at TAPS, the ambience was fantastic. Service is extremely top-notch, Thank You Shaun. Food was delightful, Thank You Chef. We had the chips n guacamole to start and was perfect start. "Guac" was rockin. My wife had the black bean burger and fries and she loved it. I had the fried chicken sandwich and fries..oh my..my, that fried chicken sandwich was excellent! Thank You Chef. The fries tasted great, but the order had really small tiny pieces..in the entire order.

Awesome spot in downtown LexVegas and a glass of wine!

Kale Salad with Chicken

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Cider available only east of the Mississippi

Seasons Yield At Haywood’s

4.9(18 reviews)

The Harvest Salad was one of the best salads I've ever eaten. The salad was loaded with sweet…read morepotatoes, walnuts and goat cheese in bed of arugula. I also enjoyed the Blackberry Refresher which lived up to its name. Club soda mixed with the house's blackberry syrup creates a crisp, bubbly drink. Ingredients are sourced locally from Big Spring Cattle Company, Blue Ridge Bees, Maplewood Valley Ranch, Razzbourne Farms and Verdant Acres. The setting is eclectic with friendly counter service with adequate seating and a large piano. The space is shared with what appears to be an upscale dinner restaurant. Seasons Yield operates in mornings and closes at 2.

The name hints at this, but I still had to figure out that there is a sit-down restaurant that is…read moreopen for dinner, and this bakery-cafe operation takes over the same space for brunch. In addition to baked goods, I was pleased that they offered the option for a breakfast salad. Way to start the day off right. My salad was quite substantial, with nuts, cheese, and sweet potatoes. But I couldn't get out without ordering a pastry as well. They had the sort of maple glaze one usually finds on donuts, but applied it to a croissant. The croissant flaked well, but the maple flavor really took it to the next level. Plenty of other intriguing baked goods were available.

Piano and view of Main Street

Maple croissant

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Outdoor sandwich board

Macado's

3.1(177 reviews)

My daughter loved our trip to Macado's. Her review: "Five stars it was amazing, it was amazing!…read moreMilkshake awesome, grilled cheese is delicious, the salad is stunning!"

They are still around! I had a dream about their wings. They used to make them so hot it made…read morepeople cry when they took them by the table. The sauce was called Armageddon. Love that the look of the menu is the same too! - VMI Class of 2010!!

Dinner with family!

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Some cream for my coffee (pretty good!)

Brew Ridge Taps

4.3(86 reviews)

0.8 mi

I love the waffle sandwiches at Brew Ridge! I had The Pass, which has turkey and black beans on a…read morecheddar jalapeño savory waffle. It was so good! They also have a great selection of beers to drink there and for bottle purchase. On Fridays, they have 20% off their bottles. They also have live music some days. The owner was super nice and talkative. We had a great experience.

Beer selection great! Took a while to get a beer because they were severely understaffed. We…read moredevoured waffle-wiches called the Mount Vesuvius and the Timber Ridge. Not something I'd eat every day but the waffle sandwiches were top notch. Would definitely return.

The bar

Wafflewiches! Who'd a thought

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Craft beer

Foothill Momma's BBQ Juke Joint

4.2(360 reviews)

Such friendly and helpful people. We had the pulled pork platter and the pulled pork sandwich. The…read morepulled pork was fantastic!! they offered three different sauces, and we tried two of them, which were both delicious and added to the pork. The platter comes with a huge chunk of homemade cornbread (w/cinnamon butter), which was great. We tried the sides of homemade chips, potato salad, and macaroni salad - all were good. Very reasonable prices.

ok -attention all folks heading North or South on 81-Just finished another great bbq lunch at…read moreMommas and i'm happy to say -it was as great as the first time. Unassuming place -but worth the short mile off 81. Clean sanitary atmosphere, excellent attentive service, quick service and just delicious with a little something for everyone and a kids menu too. This is a must-stop and nice diversion from standard chain fare. LOVE IT! Check days closed -this week was tue/wed and we had to miss out on our travels this time.

Boogie Burger.

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Sam's Hot Dog Stand

4.0(33 reviews)

32.0 mi

This review is for Sam's Hot Dog in Lexington: 889 N Lee…read moreHwy, Lexington, VA 24450 Stopped by on road trip to WVA from Northern VA. Supercharger in Lexington so this was walkable from there. Sam's Hot Dog stand in Lexington is right next to 7 Eleven, and it's good deal for around $3 per dog. Got 3-dog with soda combo deal for $10 and then I was hungry after 1 dog, so I got another one for $3. Apple Pay is accepted. I got Hot Dog with all condiments except mayo, spicy chili which isn't really spicy at all. Maybe spicy for white folks, who knows. All in all it was pretty good, for quality and quantity I'd say worth it.

I would have to say that the new ownership and management group are on top of their game! The menu…read moreselections surpass 'just hotdogs'. Everyone involved in this new endeavor has the utmost courtesy and smiles to go with it! I used to go by once a month or so before the new owner came along. Now; cooper and I go every week. All I have to say is 'you want to go to Sam's and get a hotdog? Cooper is at the door tapping his leash! lol. Try them out, you won't be disappointed!!!

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Jimmy J.

14 years ago

Are you kidding? Maybe this place was nice 20-30 years ago, but now it's honestly a disgrace. I grew up with Kenny's and loved it as a child. Now - it's a run-down and dirty place with some of the most unfriendly people working there that I've ever encountered in a restaurant. But then again, Lexington is a very unfriendly and run-down place anyway...so I guess it's fine. read more

Ragena A.

8 years ago

Terrific place to eat! One of the best in town. Great food, warm and welcoming. Treated group with great respect and kindness. Highly recommend! Don't overlook this restaurant. It is open, caring with attentive staff so nice and sweet to everyone. Could not have had a better experience! read more

Jacob T.

9 years ago

Best chicken I have ever tasted (don't tell my momma). Love the friendliness of the staff, orders are made right in front of you. Don't miss out on this hidden gem on top of the hill! read more

Thomas O.

3 years ago

what a hidden gem! just an elite establishment that is up there with the best! I am a Kenney's enthusiast!

Cynthia R.

14 years ago

We used to have a Kenney's in Galax, va. I wish it would come back.

Trey W.

8 years ago

By far the best fried chicken I have ever had...

Kim M.

14 years ago

Chicken is the best!

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