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 ordered food from here using their website and I will say that even after some hiccups due to…read moreDoorDash which meant the food arrived cold, it was still good and that really speaks volumes for this place. I'm from the west coast and I've had my fair share of Hawaiian food and I can only imagine how good it would've been it the driver and delivery service would have done their jobs correctly. When I'm back in town I can't wait to come in and give this place another shot.

I had never had spam and have never been to Hawaii, so Big Kahuna was a fun option to try for…read moretakeout. I got the spam and eggs. Spam was a little salty (duh, that's to be expected) but well fried. The fried sunny side up egg was amazeballs too, so rich and runny. Fries were hot and crispy as well, but honestly the spam and eggs (which also came with sticky rice and macaroni salad) was so filling that I barely touched the fries. This delicious smorgasbord was only 9 dollars! My colleague had the juicer, which is mahi mahi with cabbage slaw and spicy mayo. He also got the Hawaiian style fries. Topped with spicy mayo, sweet soy, house chili sauce, green onion, and sesame seed, this is an extravagant dish! He enjoyed it. My other colleague got spam musubi is spam and sweet soy on sticky rice, wrapped in seaweed. He says it's his favorite dish from there. Other dishes include kalua pork (Hawaiian bbq sauce), teriyaki chicken, grilled tofu, coconut shrimp, and katsu, which is panko fried pork with their house sauces. For a meal out of the ordinary, give Big Kahuna a try. They say they have the "second best fish sandwich in town!" (Charlie's claims the first spot).

We had reservations last night and got seated at one of the back tables past the bar, near the…read moreentrance to the kitchen. I had the Fish & Chips. It was enough for two people. My wife had a small Caesar Salad and cup of Chili. Our daughter ordered the small Caesar Salad with Grilled Chicken. Everything we ordered was delicious. Service was good.

Great place for dinner. We stopped in on a Wednesday night at 6 for a table for 2. Drinks were…read moregood. Had a Chicken Caesar very good. And the tenderloin medallions, mashed potatoes and green beans. Meat had great flavor and the wine sauce on the side was very good, veggies cooked perfectly. Waiter was pleasant, food came pretty quick and service was on point. I recommend! Thanks.

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.

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

And understated but a powerhouse of a venue from business lunch, perfectly poured beers, and…read moreamazing service. I'm a sucker for German themed foods and the absolutely crushed it.

Had dinner at Salt and Vinegar. Started with the Belgian fries and the pretzel and beer cheese…read more Belgian fries were very good as was the pretzel. The. Beer cheese was good but different than expected. It was a mix of cheeses made into a cheese ball not hot as others I have had. We then split a Rueben sandwich which was very good. They have a good selection of beers. The only downside was 1 customer that walked around and was obnoxious and a gentleman that came in and wanted money but left within about 5 minutes.

The food has always been great and the service is really fast and good and it's always nice when…read moreeating inside.

This locals stop is price driven. Ordered a cheeseburger, chili dog with cheese, fries, and…read more strawberry shake. The burger started off wax paper pressed uniformly and put into a conveyor chain to cook. Ended up similar to McD cheeseburger except a nice piece of raw onion. The dogs had a slightly spicy and thick chilli and some liquid cheese. They were better than the burger. Fries were skinny and seasoned well. The shake was the mix type with the flavor of strawberry but no chunks.

Went here for an event and enjoyed a bourbon espresso old fashioned ($15) with a north lime…read moredoughnut. They have live music that mixed Christmas music into the playlist. This place feels like a neighborhood bar, from the bartender's to the casual cozy atmosphere. Bartender's were busy at times but were not chatty as they slowed down.

Sometimes you need a quiet night at our neighborhood bar, and we love using this as a meeting place…read morefor friends across the city! Enjoyed my (strong!) cosmos with the girls!

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.