Standing Room Only

We stopped in today after a concert at The Burl…read more We had never been to this location. It was empty when we arrived. By the time we left, it was packed. The bartenders were great and very engaging and talkative. My wife and I both had beer flights to start, before we ordered an early dinner. All the beers were good. I had the Fish and Chips. The Fries and Hushpuppies as well as the Homemade tartar sauce were very good. The fried Catfish was a little greasy and fishy tasting. My wife had the Tomato Bisque and Grilled Cheese and she enjoyed it. We had a to go order of the Grilled Caesar Salad for our daughter and she liked it.

I ordered the Tomato Bisque & Grilled Cheese. The bisque was smooth and rich, with a little…read moresweetness from the balsamic and a subtle depth from the vodka and truffle salt. The pine nuts sprinkled on top added a nice crunch. The grilled cheese was incredible. The Texas toast bread was buttery and crisp, sandwiching a creamy mix of cheddar, Camembert, and cream cheese. The jalapeño preserves add just the right touch of sweet heat. It was delectable and even better when dunking in the bisque. On a bitterly cold day (heads up, the building is old, so dress warm!), this sandwich and soup combo was exactly what I needed. I would absolutely order it again next time I go.

Grilled Cheese & Tomato Bisque

Hanger Steak

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Halligans

4.6(31 reviews)

1.7 mi

I happened across this place by accident and it turned out to be the best restaurant experience…read moreI've had in months! Firehouse decor and fire fighter gear adorn the walls. A massive bar with selections too numerous to list here. The staff was outgoing and helpful. You got your money's worth and then some with the entrees and the atmosphere was fun and inviting. The menu ranged from $9 burgers to $20 sandwiches. Appetizers looked tempting. The servings were generous. What more could you ask for? Big screens throughout the restaurant featuring sports events and the jukebox was playing rock and roll classics. The crowd was a nice mix of young and old. This would be a great place to catch a Kentucky game with your friends. I had the Firehouse Club sandwich with fries and I was blown away. My wife had cheese quesadillas and was equally impressed. Check this place out soon!

Great patio with live music, and a lively and open indoor bar, great for groups! Drinks are pretty…read morestandard and well-priced.

Gluten free boneless wings

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Patchen Pub

4.3(26 reviews)

3.7 mi

Great neighborhood pub where everyone knows everyone. Drinks and food were well priced. I tried the…read morechicken Philly and it really hit the spot. Bartenders were quick too.

This pub is my Cheers!! Good food, music and people!! My favorite thing to eat is the chicken…read morequesadillas!! Follow them on fb for updates on lice music, trivia, and food specials

Still shot Sunday night

Local IPA, the only one they had

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Villainous

5.0(12 reviews)

A perfect spot for game night. Villainous knows their market and it shows. Staff is always…read morefriendly, the specials are always great, and their unique cocktails are always a treat. I've been coming here for years for D&D nights and always look forward to it.

Villainous is one of my favorite places to go in Lexington. The staff are friendly and the food and…read moredrinks are great. I love the wide selection of games that they offer and it's really neat to see the large variety of pop culture displays they have (the horror ones are my favorite). My gaming group frequently reserves tables there on Saturdays so that we can get together and play board games for a few hours. I highly recommend that people check this place out.

Ale-8-1 offered as well as a couple of their tasty cocktails.

Enjoy a drink under the gaze of a genuine T-800 endoskeleton from the year 2049.

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A few of the coin-op games offered.

McCarthy's Irish Bar

3.6(88 reviews)

McCarthys is a legendary Irish bar in town with multiple rooms/areas to grab a drink. On busy…read morenights it can be shoulder to shoulder so this isn't your spot if you don't want to be in a crowd. It is large inside though so you may be able to find a corner or spot on the back patio to get away.

This is the best Irish bar in Lexington and I think a lot of people would agree. We came here to…read moreRing in the Irish New Year's. I had a nice cold beer and then we headed out for the rest of the evening. Definitely check this bar out if you were traveling into Lexington.

Irish coffee and Bloody Mary FTW

A perfect pour! Thanks Marcus!

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Molly Brooke's Pub

3.8(29 reviews)

Of the Irish bars downtown Molly Brooke's stands out. The bartenders are quick and friendly even on…read morea busy night. Even when busy we've never had trouble getting a seat somewhere to enjoy a creamy Guinness.

Old school, traditional Irish bar. It was crowded, but I wasn't feeling it. No TV's to watch a…read moregame. Too much of a sausage fest.

Soulja boy example

Christmas pub crawl at Molly's! Best bar in Lexington!!

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Breaking out some irish trad tunes

Charlie Brown's Restaurant

4.0(189 reviews)

1.7 mi

Y'all sleeping if you pass up this Lexington gem. The staff is wonderful and engaging. The owner is…read morepolite and friendly. It's quaint, cozy, friendly, and an excellent place to commence a conversation with friends or strangers. The couches are comfy and the fireplaces will seduce you into tranquility. Make it a point to swing in and have a few delicious house made drinks. Cheers!

I haven't been here in a long time but I first came here almost 30 years ago and it reallly hasn't…read morechanged a bit. It is dark with candles and mood lighting. Old books everywhere and a really unique atmosphere. The dark, old wood and the brick walls add to the character and charm. If you are tired of all the same chain restaurants and you want something unique, this is definitely your place! They play the music a little loud but not too bad. Overall it's good bar food. I love the Hot Cheese Balls with the Horsey Sauce instead of salsa.

Cozy book stacks sitting area

Patty Melt with Tots

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The Break Room

3.8(51 reviews)

1.7 mi

Amazing staff and vibe chill enough to make friends, sit outside, or party the night away with…read morepinball. Great diverse selection of drinks!

If you're looking for a quaint bar with charm near the distillery district, this is the place…read more Small venue but plenty of seating at the bar plus booths. Service is great, TVs to watch the game. Decent selection of draft beers including sours, IPAs, Doppelbock, stouts, etc. Cans and bottles of domestic choices, good bourbon and vodka selection. Will return!

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Outdoor seating

Henry Clay's Public House

3.7(52 reviews)

Got harassed and made fun of by the bouncer who seemed extremely under the influence, worst…read moreexperience I have ever had in a public space. Legitimately disturbed. Please, never take your loved ones here!!!

A pretty chill and quiet (maybe it was the night we went) place to have a drink. They also have…read moresome popcorn that you can have with your beverage. The selection of bourbon was limited. The bartender was friendly and made sure we got our drink.

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Exterior

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Tilted Kilt Pub & Eatery

3.2(87 reviews)

2.0 mi

I had a very pleasant experience this most recent time at Tilted. Livi, who served us, was amazing…read moreand was a joy for the duration of our visit. She was very personal and sat and conversed with our table for a little bit. The food was great and came out super quick! 10/10 recommend for a more lowkey sports bar, it wasn't too hectic but the vibes were still great!

Chayla, my server and bartender, was the epitome of an attentive hostess. While busy at a lunch…read morerush she kept up with orders, patron names, and running jokes along the bar. If all of the are this naturally inclined towards their jobs, then this is obviously THE place to be for good food, cold beer, and GREAT atmosphere.