This is the place I do t have to question if the meal will be good or not. It's always good!…read more Meeting a friend tomorrow because of that consistency.

I provide this review with a heavy heart. This place had so much potential…read more To start, their booths are connected. In other words, the back of my seat is connected to the back of the adjacent customer's seat. When either one of us move, the whole apparatus moves. Very uncomfortable. My meal opened with bacon wrapped scallops. The bacon was way overcooked, effectively taking away nearly the entire flavor from the scallops. The house salad with dressing was bland - at best. The french fries were subpar, even (sadly) when doused in ketchup. The ribeye was decent - but it was quite undercooked despite asking for medium- rare. My server didn't have time to come back and check on me so I did not send it back. My server was OK, but she seemed very busy and was not able to even crack a smile during my experience. The decor was bright and promising but it was extremely loud and disruptive once I was seated. Very disappointing across the board.

We had such a great experience at Ketch Seafood Bar & Grill! We were greeted and seated by the…read moregeneral manager, who took the time to show us the specials board and explain the fresh, locally sourced sides--including produce from a local farmer. We ordered raw oysters, fish and chips, chicken tenders, and fresh-sliced tomatoes. Everything was fantastic, and the service was excellent from start to finish. You can really tell they care about both the food and the experience. I completely forgot to take pictures of our food because we were too busy enjoying it! Ketch is definitely a new go-to for us when we're visiting UK's campus, which is just a short drive away. We'll absolutely be back!

Acceptable but nothing memorable We went on a…read morerecommendation. Ordered a crab bucket. A tad overcooked and greasy. Service was decent.

A group of us went here and asked to be seated in the pasta room. We learned while we were there…read morethey would not be making pasta until later that day, so that was disappointing. But the food was so good! I had been there once before, shortly after opening, and thought it was so-so. But the 2nd visit was a much better experience. Since we had a large group, we sampled each other's dishes and everything was delicious. The burrata appetizer was really good. I had the "make me something sweet" mocktail and it was pretty and tasted refreshing. Our server was top notch and explained every dish on the menu, and gave us recommendations. He really took his time with us, and you could tell he was a pro. More excited to return after this second visit than after the first! 11/26

Mileta is one of my favorite chef-led restaurants in Lexington. The menu is simple and changes from…read moretime to time, but everything I've tried has been amazing. And the cocktails are always on point, don't skip dessert! The vibes are very modern. It's a great birthday dinner spot as well as a just because. It's one of my favorite spots to come back to!

This was our first time visiting the new Turner Commons location and we were NOT disappointed! The…read morenew location was beautifully curated and had a cozy, but upscale vibe that we're used to seeing at OBC Kitchen. They even have cozy blankets available for their fireside, outdoor dining spots; a very cute and clever touch. The bar beautifully highlights their bourbon selection which is as expansive as you would expect being in the heart of The Bluegrass As expected, the cocktails were amazing! We tried a few of their seasonal selections, a classic cocktail, and a Four Roses Small Batch neat. All were fantastic! The gin cocktail "he who shall not be named" was well balanced, bright, and overall easy to drink-a crowd pleaser! The milk and sugar (classic cocktail) and the pumpkin espresso martini were coffee-forward, not too sweet options that made for a perfect "dessert" drink without feeling like you were drinking syrup. If you want a fun, new take on some classic cocktails- OBC is never the wrong choice! Now- the food! We had the Parker's Roll- they came out piping hot in a cute cast iron skillet, a cute nod to the KY Southern cooking that I grew up with. The rosemary had just enough presence to be different/modern but was not in your face, which was a bonus for me-but if you're hoping for super flavor forward rolls these may not be for you. Not pictured, my husband's caprese chicken- it was perfectly seared with just the right amount of crispness, the marinara and caprese salad on the side were the perfect amount of freshness and brightness to lighten up the dish. The short ribs and cheesy grits felt like home- a great dish for a rainy, fall night. No complaints here! We also split the hashbrown au gratin- it was yummy, the jalapeño was pepper first, heat second and had just the right amount of freshness and heat to make an otherwise "classic" dish just a little bit more special. SERVICE! While this is a new-to-us location, OBC is a well established, well executed restaurant and the service reflects their heritage. We were fortunate to be one of the tables that Rachel and Jake were working with tonight- Rachel was training but never missed a step and honestly, was a DELIGHT to spend the evening with. :) She was kind, attentive, and knowledgeable about the menu. She was not "pushy" and gave us plenty of time to just enjoy each course of our meal without being interrupted with ordering the next step. Jake (her trainer) checked in every now and then for feedback on how Rachel was doing, he was always polite and helpful but honestly, not necessary because she was amazing! We also had a few members of the bar team and "runners" check in/deliver drinks and food throughout the meal- they were all polite, timely, kind, and willing to help even if it was outside of their typical "role". Price point: for us, the meal was a little more than we would pay for "just dinner" but for a rare, parents-only, night out it was perfectly reasonable. We will probably reserve this for an "occasion" or a showcase dinner when we have friends in town BUT it is perfect for that! Overall, a great time, with great people, and great food! We're excited to have them on the north side of town!

Dark and mysterious bourbon cellar vibe that serves up some killer food…read more Make a reservation for this loud and potentially dark, depending on where you're seated, foodie joint. Or maybe slip into the bar unannounced. Super friendly! As they've outgrown the Tates Creek location and are building out the new location, the website and Google conflicted on who's open and where. At the moment I'm here on TC. To make sure I knew where I was going, Grace called to confirm my reservation and the correct location. Bonus points! If you're reading this they've already moved to Turner Commons. Maybe the best fries I've ever had. Seriously! I love a fry. The thicker the better. These aren't steak fries but a healthy, house cut, seasoned to perfection. I could make a meal of of these with the dipping sides of smoked tomato ketchup (meh), lemon-garlic rosemary aioli (oh yeah), and a thai chili dipping sauce (B I N G O) $9 Cola-Braised Shirt Ribs were good. The greens with bacon, I mean, bacon, rocked better than other sides in the past. So there's a win. The scoop of grits were delicious and made for a perfect trifecta @ $33. Wanting something more refreshing yet still filling? I highly recommend the Heirloom Tomatoes/Watermelon/Burrata salad $22. You will think it's huge, and it is, but you'll clean your plate. Dessert? Well. That's bourbon, Son. OBC has an exceptional collection. Peruse options on the iPad to get hints of flavors, proofs, and costs. May I suggest the Stag Single Barrel? It's uncut, unfiltered, and a very limited batch from Buffalo Trace. It's a beauty and a beast. Being a date Collect your friends Join a party Does not matter OBC is where you should band give Akeem a shout out at the bar on the way to your table

Great food and service . I had the halibut and it was amazing. Everything was laid out nice.read more

Made this delicious shrimp jambalaya with the gulf shrimp I bought today at LSF. Absolutely…read moredelicious, huge, tender shrimp! He even took off the heads and cleaned them for us! I also grabbed some amazing smoked salmon to bring home and quickly dug into that as well. We will be eating large for the next few days! Love visiting this shop and checking all the yummy foods they offer. Picked up a delicious jar of cocktail sauce too!

Excellent service and food for mine and my wife's anniversary! We always had our drinks full and…read moreour bellies full!

The service was inconsistent and ultimately subpar, and the food arrived salty and lukewarm…read more Although our server, Aubrey, was initially overly attentive, she largely disappeared afterward, leaving us without meaningful follow-up or an opportunity to address the problems with our meal. Upon arrival, there was a bit of a wait, even though we had reservations and the restaurant was not at capacity. Once we were seated, Aubrey was very attentive--almost too attentive at first. We had barely sat down and hadn't even had a chance to look at the menu when she returned about two minutes later. We asked for a few more minutes, then ordered our water and drinks. Our wine arrived about 15 minutes later, and we placed our food order. About 20 minutes after that, our food was delivered by a different server. And then... no Aubrey. Ten minutes after our food arrived, Aubrey finally stopped by to check on us. By that point, there were issues with the food, but honestly, I was too tired to complain. Our wine glasses were empty, and she didn't ask if we wanted another. She simply moved on. The next time we saw her was when she brought the check. There was no offer of dessert, no final check-in, and no real effort to make sure we had enjoyed the meal. What made the experience even more disappointing was watching a server on the other side of the aisle provide attentive, engaged service to his tables throughout the evening. Well done, sir! Overall, this was a disappointing experience. The restaurant clearly has the ability to provide great service--we just didn't receive it. Upon arrival, there was a bit of a wait, even though we had reservations and the restaurant was not at capacity. Once we were seated, Aubrey was very attentive--almost too attentive at first. We had barely sat down and hadn't even had a chance to look at the menu when she returned about two minutes later. We asked for a few more minutes, then ordered our water and drinks. Our wine arrived about 15 minutes later, and we placed our food order. About 20 minutes after that, our food was delivered by a different server. And then... no Aubrey. Ten minutes after our food arrived, Aubrey finally stopped by to check on us. By that point, there were issues with the food, but honestly, I was too tired to complain. Our wine glasses were empty, and she didn't ask if we wanted another. She simply moved on. The next time we saw her was when she brought the check. There was no offer of dessert, no final check-in, and no real effort to make sure we had enjoyed the meal. What made the experience even more disappointing was watching a server on the other side of the aisle provide attentive, engaged service to his tables throughout the evening. Well done, sir! Overall, this was a disappointing experience. The restaurant clearly has the ability to provide great service--we just didn't receive it.

Asian/Cajun/Seafood?…read more My daughter has been on an "oysters on the half shell" kick So we ended up at this unusual restaurant. There were only a few people there for lunch but a seafood boil isn't exactly lunch fare. Based on the number of cars in e parking lot, I had concerns. The restaurant Atmosphere is pure Tally Ho nautical and seating was very comfortable. Service was okay. Employees were doing too many separate tasks to effectively wait on tables. Even with the few number of people that were there, it was a struggle. So we ordered the crab cakes as our starter. They were incredibly delicious. My daughter said she would rank them second behind Heirloom in Midway. If you've ever been to heirloom, you know that this is a huge compliment. I felt for the price, they could have been larger, but still delightful. My daughter ordered the huge tray of fresh oysters which she said were very good, better than a lot of other places. I ordered the dungeoness crab, which came in a large bowl filled with a bunch of garlic butter sauce. I had ordered it medium spicy and it was inferno hot, lol! Next time I will definitely order the sauce on the side because trying to handle the crab legs when they had oil dumped all over them was quite a challenge. But they do provide all the necessary ecoutraments for seafood; crackers, pickers, bibs, and gloves. I thought having the hole in the middle of the table to put all of the shells and other trash in was genius! The crab legs came with red potatoes, a small piece of corn and an egg. I'm guessing the egg is an Asian addition? I'm not sure. The corn on the cob was delicious with the spicy sauce on it. My daughter ate the egg and said it was good. I'm not a red potato fan so I did not try them. Our drinks were good and well-made. The menu is 75% seafood and 25% wings. Not to mention a few Asian dishes as well. It's quite a different take on seafood with the array of sauce options and several different heat levels for each sauce. Overall, we were both very pleased with our meal and we will definitely be back. Price wise, I thought the pricing was high, but for a special occasion, this would be a delicious choice!

My boyfriend and I found ourselves sitting at the bar at this place in Lexington Kentucky…read more We were so very warmly greeted by Stewie, the head barman. He recommended a cocktail for my boyfriend who loved it and he also made recommendations regarding the menu options. We opted for gator bites which were great, along with a generous portion of wings which were amazing. Really the star of the show was Stewie, he and my boyfriend discussed music and singer preferences from way back in the past to present times - who doesn't love Whitney?!?! Anyway, he took amazing care of us weary travelers and kept us giggling with his razor sharp wit - what a breath of fresh air! Stewie is such a valuable asset to this establishment, I hope they realize they have a true gem in him. Stewie we love you and hope to come back to visit you again! Highly recommend!

Out of towner here! Walked from my B&B with friends to get lunch. We walked up to the counter to…read moreorder our food. I ordered the "Salad Supper," which was absolutely delicious. Fantastic salad! it had kale, microgreens, black eyed peas, sweet potato salad, chickpeas and avocados. There was supposed to be a superfood slaw on the salad as well but I asked for that to be on the side. Then I added grilled shrimp. This salad was so good! One friend ordered the same salad and another friend ordered the Shrimp Po-Boy. Everyone enjoyed their food. We were able to sit at an outdoor table and loved being outdoors in the sunshine.

I have Waxed poetic about Smithtown's fish and chips on numerous occasions, but today, I am sharing…read morelove for their hush puppies... Golden hush puppy-- crisp shell, tender heart of corn, Smithtown's perfect bite.

Service was amazing! BREE The restaurant itself is wonderfully decorated and clean! Food was…read moreexcellent as well! Love that so many choices for Vegetarians.

My sister recommended this restaurant and yesterday I decided to give it a try. I ordered the sugar…read moredaddy of the plain Jane and the big thumper. The sugar daddy is like a regular taco with ground beef except it's stuffed more than a taco from say Taco Bell. The big thumper is made with kangaroo meat and has some Mexican corn and a Mac n cheese donut. Both taco's were filled with plenty toppings. Was so big that it was messy while eating, had to end up using a fork. But I loved both taco's, each had a great flavor and I loved how stuffed they were. The establishment was very clean and our waitress was so friendly and helpful. Pricing was a little on the expensive side, the big thumper cost $13 just itself. That's not counting the other taco plus a drink. That ended up being all I ordered due to the pricing.