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    Sidebar Grill

    4.2 (147 reviews)
    InexpensiveNew American
    Closed 11:00 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)
    Updated 2 months ago

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    SIDEBAR GRILL ATMOSPHERE

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    Divey
    Hipster
    Casual
    Moderate noise

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    Burger of the Day!
    Mark H.

    I was in Lexington for a business conference and this was right around the corner from my hotel. I was craving a burger and this place seemed to have a good reputation, so I thought I'd give it a try. I'm so glad I did! The burger was one of the best I've ever eaten, and I am a serious carnivore! It was called the Ron Swanson and was wagyu beef, applewood smoked bacon, Muenster cheese, and BBQ bacon mayo, on a buttered and grilled bun, along with amazing fries, and a sauce that has to be tried to believe! I'll be back here on my next trip to Lexington.

    Visited on a Sunday when they usually don't serve burgers, but they accommodated my need for meat and made me a burger! It was a Sidechick with sweet potato fries accompanied by a hefe beer. Truly awesome experience for a one-time visit through the city.

    Kitchen old school grill has been around a long time.

    traveling through Lexington found this on Yep. This place is in downtown Lexington. It's a small place. Good atmosphere, sit at the bar, and look at the old grill that has been seasoned over the years. Fresh hand-made patties for the burger. And when I tasted it, you could taste the seasoning from the grill. Good service from the bartender.

    Goddamn. Food was phenomenal, Excellent service. Definitely a good start to the evening and let me tell you the night is still young.
    Parker B.

    Goddamn. Phenomenal food, cheap beer, phenomenal service. This place went above and beyond. Excellent start to the night and let me tell you the night is still young. Will definitely be back

    Burger with sweet potato fries
    Tim E.

    We were looking ( on yelp) for a new place to eat and we found Sidebar Grill which is located on Limestone just across from the courthouse. It is a dive bar with some great food. We had burgers and chose sweet potato fries (a must try) and a side salad. The burger was one of the best that I have had in awhile and the prices are very reasonable. There is a good selection of food on the menu including dinner items such as flat iron steak, fried chicken, and fish and chips. This place will be in our restaurant rotation.

    Cathy E.

    A local bar located across from the Fayette County Circuit Courthouse. We happened to eat there the first time on my Birthday last night. We had heard they had the best burger in town and that is what I wanted to eat on my Birthday. We were there on a Thursday night and it seemed like they had a good crowd. The place is small and cozy and the food was delicious. I had the 1/4 lb burger and the house salad. The burger was tasty and the salad was great with better lettuce and a lot of topping and great ranch dressing. My husband ordered the sweet potato fries with his burger and they were excellent. This is a place I will definitely return and eat again.

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    Food is always excellent! Atmosphere is fun and friendly. Best downtown burger option.

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    Everything. Basic bar food but delicious, freshly prepared Service was friendly, relaxed. Great place for a casual meal

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    Brie cheese on burger, amazing, and the fries, just so! Ambiance doesn't hint at good food, but rather a rowdy evening. Don't be fooled.

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    Great food, the burger I got was great and the chili side I got with it was also great. Good for dipping fries in.

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    Sidebar has a great black bean burger for healthy downtown workers - even those who aren't, but just like good food. Try it!

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    Ask the Community - Sidebar Grill

    Are you a 21 and over spot?

    No, while serving food we serve all ages. Also, the menu posted on Yelp is extremely outdated. Check our Facebook & Instagram for current menu.

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