OBC Kitchen is probably my favorite restaurant in all of Kentucky. When you walk in, you are immediately greeted with southern hospitality. At night, the bottles on the bar illuminate beautifully. The restaurant was full, tables were reasonably spread out, the seats were comfortable, and acoustics were good. Everything we ordered was incredibly delicious. I love that they have a tablet with pictures of all of the menu items as I am very visual. Food highlights included candied bacon with peanut butter and shrimp and grits. All of the cocktails were delightfully creative. I always enjoy sampling a variety of foods and drinks, so the Virgin v2 bourbon flight was a perfect sampling of bourbon! read more

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Excellent food and service. Wonderful environment! Very pleasant experience! We will return to try a brunch! Looks yummy!!

Visiting Lex and stopped into OBC for dinner and drinks. Server (Ian?) was attentive,friendly,and informative. All our whiskey drinks were very good and tasteful. Shrimp Gnocchi and Shrimp & Grits were very good, as were fried green tomatoes and bacon in a glass appetizers. Definitely recommend this spot when you are in Lexington area! read more

I had a great last minute bday dinner here. We found ourselves oot for some family celebration and needed a good meal. OBC came through and provided some nice memories. Due to my egg and dairy allergy I struggled with the menu quite a bit but did my best given the circumstances. I wasn't really in the mood for bourbon but my mom was kind enough to share some la Marca with me and that was delightful. I was however truly annoyed by the "check out out iPad experience." It was really an mis match for the dark library esque romantic vibes for me. The last thing I want to do is look at a screen at dinner! We started with the iconic maple bacon, it was fun to try but ours seemed a little over. Our party liked trying the PB sauce but it wasn't for me. The little bread rolls they brought out were fresh and very delightful. After I inhaled an entire roll , later the server tells me they are dusted with cheese. This seems like a missed opportunity as I disclosed my allergies when starting our meal with the server. My parents both ordered the halibut and really enjoyed it, I had the short ribs which I though were just okay- a little dry- the greens were lovely - I came to order the scallops but the server said the risotto had too much diary, ... I should have ordered the ribeye but I didn't think I would finish the whole thing before my early flight. Le sigh. Babe loved his wagu bacon cheese burger. The cinnamon sugar donuts were a lovely finishing touch but I only tried one bite dt my allergies. They were freshly prepared and warm with a couple different dipping sauces. A sample of regional fare with a hint of fusion. Kind of drafty near the door- glad I had my layers . read more

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Visiting Lexington for the holidays and decided to try somewhere "new to us". We've been to the other BGH restaurants so I expected a good meal. What I didn't expect was one of the best dining experiences in a long time. First, our server, Truman, was very attentive and gave great recommendations. Our drinks were unique and flavorful. Jar Jar's Jam Session is a must try - with the spiced cranberry jam putting it over the top! The food was equally great and the serving sizes are just right. The short ribs were especially tender and flavorful. We will definitely be back the next time we are in the area. read more

Food and service are always impeccable. Plus they have an extensive bourbon selection. Bartenders are knowledgeable and helpful. The servers are patient and take the time to answer any questions about the menu. Highly recommend! read more

We were visiting the university with our daughter and found OBC on help. Food was great but drinks were amazing! Our server was super knowledgeable in their various drink options and helped us select the right drinks. On top of all of it, it was a beautiful night to sit on their patio! Definitely a place we will revisit if our daughter ends up choosing UK! read more

Great food, loud atmosphere- hard to have a convo but not an issue when your mouth is full of yummy dishes! read more

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Tried OBC for the first time on Memorial Day weekend. They say us outdoor by the duck pond within 10 minutes. There is plenty of shaded as well as seating in the sunlight. I would love to come back at night with the moonlight on the lake :) Our service was quick and friendly drinks and food were delicious. Will be back read more

OBC Kitchen - Salad Near Me - Lexington, Kentucky

Super friendly staff. Excellent variety of entrees. Ordered the pork, cooked to perfection and was more than I could eat. Nice ambiance and overall cool vibe. read more

OBC= OMG so great, all around- drink, food, vibe, and our bartender Hakeem was the very best!! We shared some appetizers - roasted potatoes, cornbread, beet salad, then chased with some excellent craft cocktails, and then probably one of the very best slices of cheesecake I've ever had!! The vibe was jammin but very friendly. Lots of outdoor parking but my guess is you'll need an Uber- you don't want to skip on the cocktails! read more

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Everything I've had at OBC is absolutely excellent. I've been here a few times for drinks, dinner, and most recently brunch. Each time was a spectacular experience! The lighting is dim and the ambiance is cozy and elevated. The space is not huge, which makes it feel exclusive. For brunch, as soon as you sit down, you're served with a basket of warm rolls and biscuits with butter and jam. My group had the short rib hash, shrimp and grits, steak and eggs -- all were decadent and every last bite was savored. To top it off, the warm buttermilk donuts were perfect for sharing and satisfied our sweet tooth. They are only open for dinner on weekdays and extended hours on weekends. Be sure to make a reservation if you want to secure a table for this wonderful culinary experience. read more

A personal favorite experience! I recently completed a trip to bourbon country and looked for a birthday dinner spot to celebrate. OBC was recommended at a bourbon lottery event, in Chicago, by someone else. I owe that man a drink! The bacon in a glass was a 50/10! My wife loved her goat cheese and strawberry salad and my pork chop was phenomenal. The bourbon menu blew every expectation out of the water! They employ a tablet to keep up with the selection and pours were reasonable. Lastly the service rivals a Chicago or New York steak house and is the true definition of southern hospitality. Shelby was hands down the best. We will be back! read more

Local bartenders recommended us to try OBC Kitchen and it did not disappoint. Delicious dinner, great cocktails and service was wonderful. After we finished dinner we had a drink at the bar. My espresso martini was delicious. 10/10 recommend! read more

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This place is our favorite spot in Lexington that is not a steakhouse. THE BACON IS A MUST!

A must visit for any foodie visiting Lexington! This is one of my favorite places because the food, the staff, and the vibe are always rocking! The drinks are fantastic! Try the bacon appetizer! read more

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Stopped in the other evening to grab a bite....totally blown away! The simplicity of the dishes made it complex. Joe was fabulous, the steps of service were on point. My girlfriend and I just shared apps and a main entree which we went with the shrimp gnocchi! Absolutely perfect! Keep crushing it! Definitely will be back if I'm ever around again! read more

Most wonderful eating experience. The cocktails are plentiful and incredibly creative!!! Went for appetizers as the reservations for dinner were full. I had the tacos, brussel sprouts, and meatballs. The flavor and texture for each dish was exquisite and so well balanced. The bread under the meatballs made these stand out a bit (even though meatballs aren't my preference the flavour was on par and I can recommend). The tacos were out of this world - one of the best meals I've eaten in my life. There was cream, crunch, softness, there was everything. What an excellent experience! The brussel sprouts were like many I've had before at comparable restaurants and hit the flavor and texture mark. The bread that came out before the meal was less impressive to me, especially considering how excellent the other dishes were. Very clean, wonderfully warm ambience, lovely employees, and great service. I do find the experience of the menus to be odd, but that wouldn't ever hinder me from returning. You need to eat here. read more

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They were very accommodating! The staff were very nice and welcoming! I ordered the rigatoni which has short rib in it. I enjoyed the meal! Now, the must try are the fried green tomatoes!! They were absolutely delicious! They were fried to perfection and topped with chèvre and jam! read more

I just wanted to add more photos of the incredible food! I don't even like tomatoes but the fried green tomatoes were so good! Friend green tomatoes 9/10 Buttermilk donuts 8.5/10 read more

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We really enjoyed OBC Kitchen. We were visiting Nashville from California for a convention and decided to trip over to Kentucky and did not regret it one bit. The food was good and the bourbon was exceptional. They had pretty much every bourbon you could ever ask for....the entire BTAC collection, all years of the van winkle collection and the full array of Weller bourbons to name a few. The waitstaff was excellent, very helpful and attentive too. We even were lucky enough to score some Weller 107 store pick bottles to go as well which made the experience that much better. It truly looked like all the patrons were having a very nice time as well. Highly recommend this place. read more

Our first trip to Lexington, stopped at OBC Kitchen on the way out for brunch on the recommendation of many locals and regular tourists we encountered during our travels around the city. We made reservations in a hurry and were fortunate to land a table, arrived early and were delighted we could be sat before our reservation. From what I've been reading, apparently we got super lucky with that outcome. Overall, an absolutely spectacular experience. Staff and service were exceptional: very welcoming, professional, attentive and accommodating. Our server Baylor was incredible, a very polite and knowledgeable gentleman. Went out of his way to ensure our experience was of the highest quality and a memorable one. What resonated most to me was his attention and accommodation to my food allergies. Might not appeal to everybody, but, I have severe peanut/tree nut/shellfish allergies and he was very diligent in ensuring food safety regarding the menu and communication with the kitchen staff. It was a really validating effort and my girlfriend and I are very appreciative of that, a lot of restaurants/servers these days handle allergen requests as a grey area or afterthought. The manager also stopped by our table to follow up, felt very inviting. The brunch menu offered many options that are thoughtfully-executed. My wagyu burger was immaculate. Food was delicious: came out hot, good portion size/presentation and very generously priced. It's very apparent the kitchen strives to maintain high-quality and fresh ingredients. Ambiance was fantastic as well. A very comfortable hybrid of an upscale gastropub and a Kentucky whiskey bar: fancy but also a casual experience that was unique and matched the top tier food and service. Restaurant was tastefully decorated, lighting was low but not in a way where it was too dark, and floors/tables were spotless. For whiskey/bourbon enthusiasts, the pour list is the most diverse I've ever personally experienced. Eye opening to see what a difference in bourbon offerings a 2 hour drive between Ohio and Kentucky can make Summary: A world-class experience, would absolutely recommend to anybody visiting or even driving through Lexington, we are very appreciative of the staff and their extra accommodation, will definitely be returning again to try the dinner menu read more

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We were already sold when we saw the bourbon selection and bacon in a glass. And those lived up to everything we expected. Service was great throughout the meal. We sat down immediately upon arrival with a reservation. The added bonus was that every dish we chose was exceptional. I had the scallops and mushroom risotto. My wife had the fried chicken. All very good. I will definitely re-visit when I am back in Lexington to work my way through the rotating menu. read more

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Incredible food and service! The bourbon selection is huge and the food is so good! Highly recommend! read more

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First off Spencer our waiter was magnificent and such a great knowledge of the menu and helped us pick exactly what to get. The shrimp and grits by far are the quality as if you are in Nola. The jalapeño cornbread amazing. The cocktail and mock tail was delicious. Wish we had a restaurant this excellent in Nashville. There bourbon list was EXTENSIVE if you love that too. The manager was so kind to check in and talk with this us about what we should order next! Can't wait to come back!!! read more

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went for my bday without knowing anything at all about OBC, wow what an amazing experienc! the vibe decor drinks food and most importantly the top tier staff. I was impressed from the first moment and recomm everyone try it you won't be sorry! read more

WOW. Best brunch I've ever had! Bloody Mary was incredible and every dish we ordered was literally perfect. Even our 8 month old loved it! Pimento cheese dip, Belgian waffle, crab Benedict and grits. It was worth the drive from Louisville. We will be telling everyone about this place read more

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Soooo good.... Loved this restaurant- food was amazing, staff was great, it's a fun atmosphere! And we finally found the pappy we wanted to try!! Definitely recommend this place and would definitely come back if in Kentucky again! read more

A very nice restaurant. For my birthday we came to Lexington to start a bunch of bourbon tours. After a long day of driving, buying bourbon, and one tour (Woodford Reserve) we came to OBC. Our waiter, Elijah, was fantastic and helped us with the whole process. My wife and I started with a neat pour: she had Knob Creek Barrel Rested Rye and I had Michter's Small Batch. Both were excellent and a full 2 oz pour. For food we split an order of the Cola Braised Beef Ribs (think fantastic pot roast) and the Shrimp & Gnocchi plate. Nothing against the Shrimp & Gnocchi but the Braised Beef Ribs are amazing. In all honesty, the Cola Braised Beef ribs are the best thing we had on our trip. If I returned, I would not hesitate to order them again. read more

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This place is so good You need reservations on the weekend for brunch They are very busy Their menu is filled with so many delicious items We started with smoked Bloody Mary's This is a show to order these Check out my pictures I ordered the short rib hash with potatoes peppers onions and short rib that was so tender it melted in your mouth Oh and an egg on top My daughter got the avocado toast with an apple celery salad She was impressed I forgot you get biscuits with strawberry preserves This place is worth your time and money read more

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We popped in for brunch on a Sunday at 11:00. We were seated promptly but unfortunately had no silverware so when our biscuits arrived and couldn't enjoy them warm. Our server was great but bar service was super slow. We waited 10+ minutes for a can of beer and a mimosa. He ended up going to get the beer himself. They could definitely improve there. The food was great. Biscuits solid (especially the warm ones we got for the 2nd round). We got a Belgian waffle & Short Rib mac and cheese. I'd recommend both. read more

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The food and service were excellent. The restaurant is well laid out inside and eye appealing. There is a giant bourbon menu on the wall with plenty of quality choices. I decided to go with the smoked old fashioned. It was really good and not too sweet. For dinner, I went with the scallops and mushroom risotto. I enjoyed it very much. I don't go to Lexington often but I am considering another day trip to explore this restaurant further. My overall experience far exceeded my expectations. read more

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Everything was fantastic, from the food to the drinks to the service...superb!!!!!!!!!!

Stopped in for brunch. The place was great. Great atmosphere. We had a great waiter. Food was awesome and the drinks were cold. Very nice place. read more

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We happen to be here on a Saturday night during Lexington restaurant week, so my wife and I each ordered a price fixe meal and shared everything! Came here with a larger group as we made our way across the state on a Bourbon Trail trip. Had heard such good things about this spot, and lucked out with a later evening dinner reservation. Not surprisingly, they had an incredibly extensive bourbon menu, and their cocktail choices were sophisticated and unique. Everyone loved their selections. As we sipped on the drinks and a super-full restaurant, our server brought out several baskets of their yeast rolls along with a heavenly butter spread to put on top. Damn, these things were pillowy, warm and to die for. Wish I could have eaten a thousand of 'em, but we hadn't even started the actual meal yet! For our two dinners, we chose the following items: pimento cheese dip, caprese salad, pork tenderloin, shrimp-n-grits, key lime tart, Mexican chocolate brownies. We also ordered a bacon in a glass appetizer (separate from the price fixe menu, for the entire table to share). Everyone agreed that the baked bacon coated in a honey bourbon sugar glaze and accompanied by a gooey peanut butter dip was possibly the best dish of the entire meal...so friggin' good! Our price fixe meals came in three courses. First course (appetizers) had a light, lovely caprese salad and a small portion of one of their signature apps in the hot baked pimento cheese and bacon dip. That dish was accompanied by crispy slices of toasted sourdough bread and another dish we could not get enough of. The second (main) course had us dining on shrimp-n-grits for my wife and the sliced pork tenderloin for me. The shrimp dish had huge slices of grilled andouille sausage, smoked bacon chunks, cheesy creamy grits and a spicy creole sauce. Just delish! The charred pork loin I had was served with a grainy mustard and a side of wilted greens. They paired so well together! Our final and third (dessert) course offered us a small key lime tart served atop a graham cracker crust and a dollop of whipped cream (as it should be...no regular crust or meringue!) as well as a fantastic flourless brownie served with a Mexican spiced ganache, sliced toasted almonds and a bit of whipped ream. What a fantastic gastronomic experience in a lively and colorful atmosphere. Will most certainly return here on another trip to Lexington! read more

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This is a traditional bourbon bar and restaurant just outside of Lexington. Many bottles of hard to find bourbons and scotch. I decided to sit at the bar. I was driving so I settled for a beer instead of a flight of bourbon. I ordered Seared Halibut and smoked Mac N cheese. The halibut was a very small portion size for the price and the sauce that the halibut had a strange sweet taste. The Mac n cheese was good and with the right main course would have paired well. The restaurant was too dimly lit for my taste and the restaurant was not as inviting as I would have liked. The portion size of the halibut and the less than inviting atmosphere adds this place to my "One & Done" list. read more

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Service was excellent, ambiance very nice and food delicious! I loved everything I had my husband's favorite was the bacon!

We come here for all our birthdays and celebrations and have always had wonderful service. Not sure what happened tonight. We sat and did not get our drinks for 30 minutes. The server seemed to be missing most of the time. Our food came out hot and delicious, however again our server did not stop to check on us. We would have ordered a second round of drinks. He was very nice, just seemed "in the weeds" read more

I think the braised short ribs is one of best plates in Lexington. Everything on the plate works together so well! Highly recommend

Every time I'm in Lexington, I stop here for a great cocktail and delicious food! This "tradition" started last year- when we found out about this place via Yelp. Thank goodness we did! Our most recent visit was during brunch time. I ordered the Kentucky ham and cheddar omelet with bacon and unlimited mimosas. Parking: ample spaces in shopping center Ambience: stylish and classy- not over the top. Indoor and outdoor seating. Service: fantastic- from entry to leaving, their team was extremely welcoming and friendly. Quality: yall . Their food and drink menu are beyond delicious. The omelet was dangerously cheesy- perfect. The bacon was perfect. The mimosas seemed like only a pinch of orange juice was used- Aka perfect. Covid precautions: none Price: $$ Note: the unlimited minosas are until brunch is over. If you believe you will drink at least two, get unlimited because it's cheaper! read more

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