Stuarto's Olive Oil Company offers a beautifully curated, boutique-style experience that goes far…read morebeyond shopping for olive oil. While online ordering is available, the true charm is found by visiting the Chevy Chase location in person--especially if you have the pleasure of working with Kelly. Kelly is exceptionally knowledgeable, attentive, and genuinely welcoming. Her recommendations were thoughtful and perfectly suited to our tastes, making the experience feel both personal and elevated. I haven't yet visited the Hamburg location, but it's certainly on my list. During our visit, Kelly shared that Stuarto's hosts monthly cooking classes featuring their products. My husband and I decided to turn one into a date night, and it was a wonderful experience. The chef was engaging and articulate, the ingredients were prepped in advance, and the entire evening felt effortless yet refined--focused on flavor, technique, and enjoyment. A particularly lovely touch was that Kelly remembered us when we arrived for the class, reinforcing the level of care and attention that defines this business. From the quality of the oils and vinegars to the impeccable service and thoughtfully curated events, Stuarto's Olive Oil Company delivers excellence at every level. A truly polished experience--I highly recommend it.

A wonderful Olive Oil shop!…read more I visited the Chevy Chase location recently to pick up a housewarming gift. The woman working, I believe her name was Kelly, was so helpful in helping me select an olive oil and vinegar pair which was great because there is a huge variety to choose from! I was able to sample a few and you honestly cannot go wrong. They also offer a seasoning mix called "olive oils best friend" that pairs so well with most of the olive oils. I will be back!

Great prices , great varieties . Fresh Halal meat , the…read morebutcher there is so professional . Also fresh vegetables every week.

Super friendly staff. They're always willing to help me locate an item. Spices are good and…read morereasonably priced. I, too wished they had a fresh meat option but I have bought their frozen lamb and it was good. My favorite go to thing is the instant chia tea in the orange box. It's so good and quick to make.

Ok, here you go, I got one for you. I get their pizza called Sweet Beast and it's fantastic. I get…read moreit with their Pisto sauce with extra gorgonzola and extra prosciutto. It's so good, I've been ordering it for months now and they're very consistent. It's a win everytime. The place looks great, always people dining in, I just haven't yet, I always get carryout or delivery.

We stopped in for lunch today while in the area…read more We ordered the 12" Meat Mania pizza with the spicy sauce and my wife had a Small Original Chopped Salad. They brought out her salad first. It was fresh and flavorful. The pizza came out piping hot and was delicious. The service was quick and the staff was friendly. We were in and out pretty quick and our meal was under $30 with tip.

WOW. We were absolutely blown away by the taste, quality, and service of this place. But one thing…read moreat a time. The service was impeccable. Our waitress was so thoughtful and sweet. She gave me the BEST recommendation of dinner and it was one of the most delicious things I have ever eaten in my life. And I consider myself well travelled. She was prompt, polite, and didn't interrupt every thirty seconds and genuinely let us vibe. She was phenomenal. The food. I can't even. The fresh baked bread was fluffy and warm. The olive oil was well seasoned. The entrees were so tasty I thought I was in heaven. My husband got a weird named pasta but was very pleased, it was wrapped chicken on creamy rice. And I got the chicken Parmesan, but subbed the marinara for Alfredo, and got fettuccini noodles instead. Best decision EVER. We got dessert and that was a homemade cream puff and some homemade icecream. He got a glass of wine, and I got the peach Bellini. Everything was so good. And it doesn't feel like Olive Garden or a generic place. It's really quaint and well decorated giving real Italy vibes. Or so I would imagine.

I can't believe I haven't reviewed this place recently. It's my favorite Italian in Lexington. I…read moreremember when they opened. It has changed concept slightly over the years and always been good. The bread is almost its own category. Occasionally I've been annoyed with their waiting and seating policies over the years but the food is worth it.

A tea lover's dream!! I discovered this business after a Google search for coffee shops that serve…read moretea. To my delight, there's a full tea shop just minutes from my home. I walked in and was amazed at the huge selection of loose tea available for purchase. White, black, green, caffeinated, unique flavors, you name it and there is something for you here! The owner was so kind as he explained to me a bit about what they carry and invited me to smell the wonderful aromas of the tea by opening the jars and discovering the scents. (This is very sanitary, as the jars are covered allowing you to smell without compromising/contaminating the product). In addition to an array of teas, there is also a merchandise and wide variety of spices. There is metered parking directly outside the storefront. Supporting local businesses brings me so much joy and I will be back.

A must go if you're willing to explore downtown lexington. The owners are incredibly friendly and…read morewarm, and I have personally never seen such a wide variety of spices across lexington, nicholasville, richmond and more! Not everyone is into tea, but I love loose leaf and this place is like heaven to me. And hey, if you're not into it, they even offer tea and a snack for a couple bucks so you can give it a shot. The owner, pardon me for forgetting his name, was so knowledgeable and told me about all the different kinds of tea he had, and even showed me tea that strongly resembles the taste and smell of coffee (so I can get my dad to switch haha). They also have a rewards program that you don't have to sign up for, it's just a little index card that they punch and you can get free tea! Overall, such a lovely place to go. If you're thinking of a certain spice they are bound to have it, and their options of tea genuinely surprised me! i've been loving the darjeeling peach apricot. Worth every penny :)

1/17/26 My husband and I came to the Greyline station to…read morespend some time as we were waiting for someone. We didn't realize that there was a farmers market happening. That was a pleasant surprise. The ambiance is very casual and welcoming. We both wanted some coffee and have never been to the chocolate holler so we came here. I had the white blossom drink and my husband had the sleeping bear. Both of our drinks were pretty good. Wish more espresso was given without extra charge but that seems like most places these days. The staff were friendly and accommodating, and the drinks were tasty. Would definitely come back here when craving unique chocolatey treats.

Oh hey there Chocolate Holler! I dig the new location :)…read more Located in Greyline Station, it was much easier to find parking here in the large lot behind the building versus the tiny lot at the previous location. It's been exactly one year since we last visited that old location, which has since closed. Though I have many years of memories tied to that one, I'm glad to see that business didn't close entirely. We were welcomed by a super-friendly and super-helpful barista who answered any of my "what is vegan?" questions. I ordered a Sipping Chocolate made with Davao, Philippines Dark Chocolate by Askinosie. Pinay-me was curious to taste chocolate by my people. It's delicious! https://bit.ly/3JHeBQL Hubby had the Brownie Batter Hot Chocolate. Also tasty! We actually came back five days later and had the Chocolate Chai. Yum! All of our drinks were made with oatmilk. Although this location is smaller than the OG location, it actually is very space-efficient with an abundant amount of tables and bar height seating. Also, a bit of outdoor seating and a few spots to sit around Greyline Station. They brought over remnants from the previous location such as board games and a collection of coffee sleeves with written messages on them.

Went to Puccini's recently. My son usually raves about this place. The best part about my meal was…read morethe ranch. My son ordered bruschetta and that was good. Salt enhanced the flavor. I ordered fettuccine Alfredo. It had no flavor and actually tasted like paste. I sent food back and ordered the diavola pasta. It was good but they added chicken without me ordering. I spoke with them and they comped my meal. I also ordered a small cheese pizza. It tasted like school pizza. Overall, disappointing. It's sad to say the ranch was the best part of the meal. Customer service is what helped bring the score up to 3 stars.

Great service. Always a table on the weekends. Great selection, quality, price. You can't go wrong…read more Best Italian in Lex

Best pizza I've ever had - I left Lexington a couple years back, and this is what I miss most of…read moreall about my time in the city

I live very close to this place and my neighbor told me about this Resterant…read more So I order from them on occasion for pick up, but it had been awhile since I last ordered. Pizza is pretty good imho However on 4/1/25 I ordered a pizza for pick up for $19.03 and paid them $20.03 Expecting $1.00 in change, guy left the window and I waited and waited, he came back to window and left before I could ask him where my change was at. I'm speculating that they felt they deserved a $1 tip, because he did not return with my change. Disappointed in this behavior and most likely will not return. I hope your experience is better than mine and nothing would make me happier than for me to be proved wrong.

Easter Lunch a week early! Our family of 6 went to Ramsey's this last weekend to celebrate Easter…read morelunch with grandparents. We love the southern classics at Ramsey's - the chicken and dumplings, pinto beans, and creamed corn are all reminiscent of my childhood. Ramsey's did a great job recreating my favorite summer meal - white bread, fresh tomatos and creamed corn. I love how they accommodated my crazy request, and I appreciated the value for our meal for 6 (4 adults, 2 teens). Pro tip: Ramsey's is great for larger parties, with lots of large tables.

This place is located right next to Ramsey's restaurant with access both from the restaurant and…read morefrom the sidewalk outside. Locally owned and locally sourced items There is so much to choose from - all local, including some of Ramsey's menu items like chicken & dumplings, meatloaf, and other dishes ready to take home and heat up. For the small size of the store, it's packed with Missy's homemade pies, the carry out meals, spices & sauces, fresh veggies and fruit, and a huge assortment of their jams, jellies, and pickled vegetables. There are even more items I can't remember to mention. I bought the pickled okra, chow chow, pickled green tomatoes, and pickled artichoke. I can't name any as a favorite as all were so darned delicious! Can't wait to return to purchase more - I think I'll try some of the jams and maybe pick up one of Missy's Pies.