Great atmosphere, good food. Not a great place for large parties. 4-6 people would be just perfect. The bar is nice and there a a bunch of fancy drinks! I really enjoyed my princess peach drink. The menu is in the form of an iPad. The bacon is to die for! I enjoyed their burger. My friend enjoyed the steak and fries. read more

The food was great except for the brussel sprouts it the flavor was there but was too hard to chew. The atmosphere was nice.

I just found the business card from OBC and realized I never left a review! We came to Lexington during Memorial Day Weekend to ride the Horsey 100 and wanted to find a place to taste bourbons. Ah- what a joy to walk through the door and see that gorgeous wall of 500 bourbons! We settled ourselves in at the comfortable bar and tried to make sense of the huge number of choices we had. Chris the manager and ? (can't remember his name!) the bartender were extremely knowledgeable, helpful and friendly to 2 New Englanders who don't really know bourbon. We had a delicious tasting of 3 bourbons, one of which was absolutely epic. So epic that we are obsessed with finding a bottle of it in New England.... Unfortunately we had promised to meet friends elsewhere in Lexington for dinner or else we would have stayed and tasted more through the evening! Super enjoyable time and we'll plan to come back next year, drink more and enjoy dinner! Oh - great atmosphere, kind of dark leather/wood and comfortable, not at all what you'd expect from a place in a little shopping mall! read more

Visiting from Chicago for a work trip and absolutely loved this place. Great staff, excellent drink and food menu. Locally sourced food - overall bomb dot com read more

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So so good. Loved everything. I usually never eat bread OMG delicious incredible. The short rib tacos un real perfect. Wait staff was amazing read more

This place was an excellent pick. Everything was wonderful, from the friendliness of the service amid some very busy times, to the cocktails and eats. There are options for seemingly every diet. I was vegetarian during this meal and loved it (heirloom tomato and watermelon salad with burrata). The videography of the food and drink on their screens will probably entice you to order several items! Our favorite item was the limited-time cocktail (a series themed to the National Parks this summer) The Painted Desert. It tasted like loveliness--not to sweet, with an aftertaste evoking the smell of lavender, at least to me. You're provided a tablet with pictures and descriptions of the extensive menu. read more

my first time at OBC was a fantastic experience! My best friends all surprised me-all thanks to Amanda S! The biggest challenge was deciding what to pick, everything sounded delectable. Any place that has bacon in a cup as an appetizer is good by me! I ended up with the steak and skinny cut fries. It was cooked to perfection and had so much flavor! it's big enough to split as well. We all got a different entree and all of them were great. We easily fell in to the dessert trap by ordering the hot donuts that came with 4 different sauces to dip in. Glad we made the executive decision to order that! Our server was great-overall a fun time and great food. read more

OBC Kitchen - Salad Near Me - Lexington, Kentucky

Soooo bummed that they got rid of their booths. The whole atmosphere in the restaurant is different now. This used to be a cool spot to go for dinner, but now I think I will just stick with drinks and apps at the bar. Went to try their current drink menu - the In Your Eyes is amazing! And the crispy fried oysters are always delicious. I tried their new tuna entree - not a fan of that (very bland). My husband tried the kale and salmon salad and said it was good. I think their original food menu is better. read more

Food is always amazing. We tend to only eat here for special occasions as it's $$$ but it is always spectacular food and service.

The Food was SLAP YO MAMA GOOD Definitely a place I will revisit! The shrimp and grits is possibly the best I have encountered to date! The portion sizes are perfect. Also go ahead and get the Mexican Street Corn...#love #yum The Location is a bit Boring for such a great restaurant, but once you step in you will be engulfed in the aromas:) The dark wood throughout the restaurant gives it a very warm and inviting feel, but still intimate enough for a romantic dinner for two. They have a great selection of Bourbon as the name suggests. Prices are on the top end, but the food is worth it! Service was good, but could have been better. The waitress did not seem to understand the dishes enough to speak to them when asking for a recommendation. Over all a wonderful place to unwind or to take a date that will leave a great impression read more

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The Bacon!!!!! Its truly the best bacon you will ever taste. Also possibly one of the priciest. The service was fenomenal for a busy night and they are experienced at recommending drinks. Such a great vibe. Highly recommend. read more

We were purposely trying to avoid large crowds amidst COVID and arrived around 7:45 pm on a Sunday night. We were immediately seated at a secluded outdoor table after having our temperatures checked with a touchless temporal scanner. The waiter was well versed with both the impressive bourbon selection as well as the wine list. Both of these were provided via an iPad wrapped in a new ziplock bag for safety. The steak and frites along with our salmon dishes were well seasoned and prepared. The seasonal vegetables were a nice accompaniment to be split amongst two diners. All and all, a solid choice and we would definitely return here again. Hoping we can go into the actual restaurant next time (our safety concerns, the restaurant is offering indoor seating at this time). read more

This place was amazing! Amazing Food selection and flavor, the things they do at the bar to make each drink fantastic is amazing, the decor is out of this world amazing!! Loved every moment and will be back. read more

This month we visited OBC Kitchen in Lexington, KY. From the location, to the atmosphere, to all of the food, everything was spot on. For appetizers we sampled the Pimento Bacon Cheese Dip, Jalapeño Cornbread, Warm Glazed Cinnamon Donuts, and of course their classic Bacon in a Glass. At first glance the appetizers seem pricey, especially the bacon in a glass, but after trying each of them it becomes very clear that they're worth the price! Despite having a fairly small menu, the variety of offerings was unbeatable. As far as entrees go, we ordered most of the menu. All of the entrees had wonderful flavor, were cooked nicely, and were of the highest quality. Our service here was also unbeatable, we were seated almost immediately, our food and drinks arrived promptly, and our waiter Luke was very professional and attentive, handling things before we ever had to ask. This restaurant was one of our favorites so far and would highly recommend it We would absolutely come back if we were ever in the area! read more

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Consistently impressive The mixologists are creative wizards of the alcoholic beverages kapow! You didn't see that cocktail coming. The mixtures are so unique that I can't imagine such combinations but they work sooooooo well This theme carries over into the food realm as well. It never fails to please the palate Yes....its a very happy dining experience I recommend. read more

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Very good. Had the stack salad. Was very tasty. I had the chicken and biscuits. Pretty good. My friend had the filet and crab cake. All jumbo lump crab and good quality steak. Drinks were very good. I'd highly recommend! read more

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A little pricey but the food is divine. Every member of my party raves about the food. I had the Gnocchi Bolognese. The best Gnocchi dish in town hands down. Good service. Nice decor. read more

Food is okay great selection on bourbon though, service is good, ambiance is fine make it break it on the food for me

Really enjoyed our dinner Saturday night. Our server, Emily, was fantastic, spunky. Kinda reminded me of Emma Stone, a compliment of course! Her personality made our evening enjoyable. She had wonderful suggestions regarding the menu and we appreciated her honesty about some menu items. The short ribs were amazing! And my sister in law said she'd order the pork again. We will definitely go back sooner rather than later. read more

Never had a bad experience. The food is excellent, and the cocktails are even better. Try the Cure! Best cocktail in Lexington. Service is always incredible. read more

They have over 600 bourbon drinks! My husband loved the old fashioned. Great menu and great atmosphere. Truman was an amazing server!

I moved to the area not too long ago and decided to try a new restaurant when my family came to visit me. This place was AMAZING. First off, the inside of the restaurant is beautiful. Nice lighting and great decor. The food was outstanding. I had the cola braised short ribs which were great. My mother had the gnocchi bolognese and my dad had the Icelandic cod. There was no flaw in any of the dishes and it tasted great. To top it all off, our server (Lauren I believe her name was) was incredibly kind and attentive. I definitely will be back and recommend this place highly! read more

Service is amazing, I go for the bacon in a glass and the cocktails! They have good food options but not a large menu, I could always eat more after leaving. The food is very rich with lots of flavor so I am never able to eat a lot of what I get personally. Definetly a place to experiance!! read more

Cute place to dine while visiting Lexington. Service was great and the atmosphere was super cozy. We ordered the jalapeño cheddar cornbread, crab & asparagus omelette, and the steak benedict. The coffee was so tasty too!! I highly recommend OBC when traveling to Lexington! read more

On a cross county trip and decided to stop by for takeout on a Saturday night. Happy to report -- All the amazing once reviews are warranted!! Salad was fresh and delicious. Burger had this addictive bourbon dressing, I can't even explain how good this was. Amazing, one of the best meals I've eaten. Staff was friendly and met me out in the parking lot upon request. Truly a gem and I hope I get a chance to stop there again !!! read more

I had to make a reservation to get in on a Friday, but I have to say the food is really good. I had the halibut and the stack salad and loved both. Their jalapeño cornbread is very good too. The waitress was slow at first because she talked to a customer for ten minutes. After that though the service was good and the food came out really fast. read more

This review is probably almost 2 years overdue. Sorry guys! But The OBC was EXACTLY what I was looking for when I relocated here almost two years ago. The have a fantastic, perfectly crafted, intelligently designed atmosphere. The wine, beer and seasonal craft cocktails are completely on POINT. The staff is well trained and superiority consistent in delivering a wonderful experience. You cannot ever be truly disappointed in any way, shape, or form. I want more OBC in my life. Like everyday. Is that too much? Permanent faves: short rib tacos (shut the front door SO GOOD!) the breakfast salad (I forgot the actual name- shame on me! I dream of achieving that perfect texture and taste balance in my salads), the bacon in general (hell yes one glass for only me), and of course ... basically EVERY SINGLE COCKTAIL EVER MADE. My first (and most unforgettable) experience with the OBC (which I actually stumbled upon in its infancy as I began my new permanent residence in Lexington) was my encounter with a bourbon based cocktail called the Mastadon. I knew before even tasting it that it was going to be off the chain. I mean a cocktail named after an amazing band? Sold. It tasted like how the band sounds. I need another! read more

Asked for a medium rare steak, the steak delivered was well done. They tried a second time, same outcome. No apology from the staff or management. Instead I was told the lighting makes it seem well done... Sorry but lighting was not the issue. Could have been a great experience but the staff did not handle it well. read more

Food, drinks and atmosphere are excellent. All their bar drink mixes and syrups are made in house. Their food is great; chicken and biscuits and steak frittes are my favs read more

OBC Kitchen - Chicken and Biscuits - Salad Near Me - Lexington, Kentucky

If you haven't been to OBC, go...Seriously go now! My son chose this as the place for us to take him for his birthday last night. We've been wanting to try it and we'll definitely be back. Shawn, our waiter, was amazing-he knew soooo much about bourbon. Speaking of bourbon, the selection at OBC is staggering! Whatever you want, chances are they have it! I now have 2 I need to add to my personal collection based on his suggestions. There's bourbon & other cocktails as well, plus a great wine selection & craft beers. Then, there's the food! To start, my son & sil got their specialty "bacon in a glass" and raved about it. The hand cut fries are excellent & come with several different sauces. For the main course, my daughter & I split the catfish with creole mustard sauce, pickled shrimp (more of a tangy than overly pickled), Swiss chard & an olive oil & garlic glaze-Awesome! And the seared halibut with a potato crab hash cake, a sweet corn bisque & balsamic glaze-again awesome! My son also raved about the smoked mac-n-cheese. The prices are what you'd expect from a fine restaurant. The atmosphere is pretty laid back & the bar is totally cool. I would definitely recommend making reservations when you go. Who knows...you might even see me there sipping another new bourbon! read more

OBC Kitchen - Bourbon wall - Salad Near Me - Lexington, Kentucky

(My inaugural yelp review!!) So I went to this place last night as a sort of last minute plan b with my friends. But, from now on, OBC Kitchen will never ever be a plan b again. Instantly upon entering, we knew that we were in for a treat, and it did NOT disappoint. First, the atmosphere. OBC Kitchen is part of the Bluegrass Hospitality Group, and believe me, you definitely feel both bluegrass and hospitality when you go. There is an overwhelming - and fairly intimidating - selection of various bourbons and whiskeys that a 22-year old novice drinker such as myself can barely comprehend, but still greatly appreciate (I imagine the connoisseurs would have a field day with the hard liquors here). The bourbon selection especially amplified the authentic bluegrass feel. And the servers? Excellent, personable, warm, friendly and incredibly helpful in the food and drink selection process - their suggests were ON. POINT. Next, something I'm a bit more qualified to discuss - the food. So we decided to order a few small dishes and share, family-style. First round: OBC Frites and short rib tacos. The OBC Frites are essentially french fries served with tomato jam, roasted poblano tartar, garlic parmesean mayo and... something else (can't remember what). The fries were cooked well and excellently seasoned, and the garlic-parm mayo was incredible! The short rib tacos, however... WERE AMAZING. If you plan on visiting this establishment, you HAVE to order the short rib tacos. Juicy, well-seasoned, excellent sauce - you can do no wrong with this dish! We ended up ordering a second set of tacos. For the second round, we ordered the hickory smoked chicken wings and "drunken mutt" bread. The chicken wings had a nice sweet glaze and a subtle smoky flavor, but seemed a bit bland after the first few bites. Nothing a bit of dipping sauce can't fix, though. The bread was served with a nice, smooth sea salt butter. Excellent combination - wish we would've ordered that first (although the tacos weren't a bad choice either :)). We finished off the night with the warm donuts. They were warm. Very warm. Very very warm - so warm that, had they been served with a tall glass of warm milk, I would've fallen asleep right in my booth. The donuts were covered in a light cinnamon dusting and served a choice of a raspberry, chocolate or caramel drizzle. I naturally used a combination of chocolate and caramel that was just divine. Along with the short rib tacos, this is also a must get. Overall, I can safely say that my friends and I will gladly be coming back here soon. read more

I am not normally one to give less than a 4 star for a place I like but there is something about this place that isn't living up to its idea. Pros:: staff was nice and prompt. Dessert was incredible. Downfalls:: Too dark for 5pm, you can barely read the menu. Music too loud, it's an intimate atmosphere for good discussion over dinner, I don't want to speak loudly or hear everyone else doing so. Prices too high, cocktails are even worse (in price). Normally I'll have at least one cocktail even with a rather casual dinner, but the prices were so high I couldn't rationalize it. Here's the deal with the food.. We ordered the salmon BLT and crispy catfish. Salmon itself was a nice piece of fish. However the sauce, while tasty was overwhelming on such a nice piece. This strong sauce is something I would expect from a cheaper restaurant and cheaper piece of fish. The catfish was nice but the breading had no flavor but the sauce, again, was way too tangy. The mutt bread was good but even the butter was very salty. Overall they were good, but for the price point and atmosphere it didn't live up to the hype. I don't mind paying 20 dollars a plate, but for that price I expect really great food. It's like the chef smokes or is sick and he can't taste the flavors in the sauce or he tasted them separately but not together with with fish. By far the highlight, and reason I will return and try something else, is dessert... ice cream sandwiches! My mom and I aren't even big ice cream eaters but these, based in chocolate chip cookies were absolutely delicious. Definitely order! read more

Fast service. Good food! Highly recommend it. The wait times weren't very long which was also a big plus.

It's hard to articulate the feeling I got when I simply walked through the door at OBC. I imagine it was something like Charlie getting the keys to the chocolate factory...or maybe Ron Swanson being elbow deep in sawdust at a wood shop. The whole place is stunning. The main focal point is the bar (duh, OBC stands for old bourbon county). Several well-dressed bartenders churn out drinks at the perfect pace; a pace at which you know there is a prideful craftsmanship dedicated to every ingredient and skill involved in creating them. And you definitely can taste the care that goes into each drink. And the aesthetics are phenomenal. The woodwork, shelving, glassware, upholstery...all perfect. Plus the giant list of whiskey...well, it takes up an entire wall. Nuff said. In case you couldn't tell, I recommend trying OBC. This place alone was worth the 2-hour drive. The ambiance, decor, menu (interactive menu on iPads that give prices and descriptions and pictures!!), service (Jess was everything you want in a server), etc. were all spectacular. I can't wait to return. read more

I'll admit it. I was fairly confident the restaurant would be acceptable. After all, the company that is offering this new endeavor has already offered up Malone's, Drakes, Sal's, and Meats. However, "BHG has done well" in creating a small space dining experience. Niche foods targeting a palate that loves a range of sweet and savory dishes. Albeit, they are a bit heavy on the savory side (you are forewarned). A nice drink selection of unique cocktails and a very wide range of bourbon compliments (and almost makes) the experience. The only downside is that they are creating large entrees for each person. I highly recommend taking a few friends (4-6) and treating everything on the menu as 'shareables'. This is THE way to enjoy the menu. Must haves: both 'taco' appetizer's (I would call them Tapas I believe), Bacon in a glass, Shrimp & Grits, the bread Leave it: Chicken & Waffles (the crisp was not enough IMO) read more

So my sister is visiting and we decided to hit some place new in Lexington. Neither of us have even heard of this place before, at least a place like this in Lexington. Let me first start and say, this place is awesome. The service is excellent, staff is extremely friendly and the decor and ambiance of the whole place is spot on and perfect, giving a feel of a real bourbon and whisky house. This is a place that embodies an older Kentucky feel. Their menu is specific and to the point they have appetizers, shareable plates, entrees and seasonal desserts. Their bourbon and whisky selection is vast and amazing. We started out the evening with a selection of drinks Brass Monkey: Kentucky straight bourbon, strawberry pineapple shrub, lemon juice, aromatic bitters, ginger beer Juicy: Vodka, Simple Syrup, like, cucumber, cilantro. Both are extremely refreshing cocktails. The first having the bite & sweetness of the ginger beer and the flavor profile of the bourbon, everything melded so well. The second had the overall flavor of cucumber, but had the sweetness on the tail end with the smoothness of the vodka. Appetizer: Baked Oysters: Casino-style, butter, white wine, candied bacon, shallots, red bell pepper, garlic, lemon, Parmesan crumbs. Comes with 4 of them Amazing just melts in your mouth. It's so juicy and delicious. Entree's: SMOKEY SHRIMP & GRITS smoked shrimp, andouille sausage, applewood bacon, weisenberger cheesy corn grits, spicy creole sauce SMOKED HALF CHICKEN semi-boneless hickory smoked, fresh local potato gnocchi, heirloom cherry tomatoes, caramelized black garlic, fresh basil; natural jus 1) this was more than I could have asked for. Grits were buttery and smooth and were amazingly cheesy. The sauce with the sausage, shrimp & bacon, took it well over the edge into sweet bliss. 2) the chicken was cooked in a smoker then butterflied and grilled on the open flame. It was really good flavor, the only issue we had was, it was dry...made it difficult to really enjoy. The cherry tomatoes, gnocchi & Garlic. We're perfect for the dish. The savory sweet of the tomatoes and the garlic paired with the Gnocci in a delectable pairing of flavors. The chicken being dry is only reason why I took a star away, made the dish difficult to fully enjoy. I tried another cocktail for dessert: No Shrubs london dry gin, elderflower liqueur, lillet, strawberry pineapple shrub Amazing, sweet & refreshing. The elderflower paired well with the gin. This place is a gem worth visiting at least once. If you decide not to stay for dinner at least come for drinks and enjoy the wide variety of bourbon & whiskey; stay for the expertly crafted cocktails and the sweet personalities of the staff. I highly recommend this place to anyone and everyone. read more

Excellent brunch and even better service. The smoked salmon crunch entree is exquisite. The best part of the dish was the side celery salad with mint. The bottomless mimosas were a treat. Becca is an amazing waitress. She got us everything we needed. We will be back! read more

OH WOW, where to start?!?! The good: All the drinks were FAN-FLIPPING-TASTIC! They are a bit pricey but so so so good. I came in with a group & almost had to be rolled out. We did not have one thing I didn't enjoy and want to eat again. My bill was a little expensive but worth every penny. I don't mind spending a little more to have food & drinks that are this exceptional. Really, if I'm going to spend money eating out I want it to be this exceptional (but I'm usually underwhelmed; but not here). Drinks: -Manners Maketh the Man - smooth! -The Saint - this should be on the brunch menu; so refreshing -Basil Exposition - real watermelon ice cubes; just yummmm! -Old Fashioned - best Old Fashioned I've ever had! -Pink Panther - really a great drink with such great flavors Food: -Roasted Glazed Brussels Sprouts - these are good but spicy -Pimento & Cheese (restaurant week special) - so good with a little kick -Fried Oysters (restaurant week special) - perfectly crisp & not chewy; umm -Short rib tacos - OMG so good! Best thing we ate all night; should have had them as my entree. -Shrimp & Grits - red sauce that was really tasty with a little kick -Chicken Parm (restaurant week special) - delicious -Banana Pudding Cheesecake - creamy & not too banana-y; light & refreshing -Key Lime Tart (restaurant week special) - VERY tart & refreshing The bad: not one thing. We will be making this one of our usual hang-outs from now on. read more

This is my favorite spot in Lexington. With their incredible bourbon selections, unique crafted cocktails, and excellent craft entrees you can not go wrong here. For appetizers I recommend the Bacon in a Glass and BBQ Shrimp. There are so many good entrees you will not go wrong with your order. The ambiance is great for a quiet night out with a special person or for a decent sized group. OBC knows how to make you feel welcome, scarified, and ready to come back for more! read more

This is a restaurant/bar that feels very much like a bar. There are a lot of high top tables and a long bar which takes up most of this small restaurant/bar. My friend and I found a cozy table in the corner. I was happy about this because I am short and I hate high top tables (anyone else hate having their feet dangle?). The styling of this restaurant is on point-lots of dark wood and Bourbon barrel ends. They offer both paper menus and an iPad with pictures of the drinks and dishes. My friend and I shared the local bluegrass fondue as an appetizer. It was delicious. You can tell that the waffle chips were made fresh in house. For my meal I chose a small plate instead of an entrée-the short rib tacos. The flavor was great with a generous helping of short rib on each taco and lot of crunch from the slaw on it. I couldn't even finish my third short rib. There was chunks of fat on my second taco that I had to remove. My friend had the lemon sole sauté. I know that she enjoyed it because she finished every bite! It was her birthday and she received the warm donuts as a free dessert! They brought them out with a candle, which was a very nice touch. They come with three different sauces. I tried one with the chocolate and liked it. It is a cakey donut. The only drawbacks to our visit was the fact that the service was a little slow. We were there on a Wednesday night, but the place was packed. Also, the food is good, but I would rather eat a great meal (especially for this price) in a restaurant rather than a place with such a bar feel. read more