I recommend the bar. If Jordan is behind the bar, buckle up and enjoy the ride. He is knowledgeable, cool and great to chat with. His knowledge of the area, music and drinks is awesome. For dinner Parker took care of us. The Korean fried chicken was really good. The grounds were well kept and was pretty cool. But was a little disappointed in the manager and some of the hotel amenities. But the room is nice. Service for bar and food was great. Service for checkin and trying to manage the reservation not great. read more

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Our group attended a less than 1 hour tour $30 per person on a Friday afternoon and were quickly shown a ballroom, hotel room, terrace, rooftop space, and outdoor fountain, entrance, and grounds. It was frenetic and rushed. It also felt like an extended sales pitch with the price list explained for each space we were shown and also slightly off-putting to hear $, $, $ during the tour. We did hear some interesting facts, but it was a rapid fire oratory that was sometimes difficult to comprehend due to delivery speed. (Imagine drinking water from a fire hose.) We were also a bit perplexed at the info provided about the popularity of the place for events, the cost of the building materials, and then viewing the property condition which was in a sad state. We started in the ballroom, which had large ceiling water stains and poorly patched areas and then proceeded to the main hall 1st and 2nd floors and viewed fleur de lis ceiling decals peeling from the surface as well as gaping holes. Finally, we were shown a hotel room that had a distinctive musty odor and then the top floor rooftop entertainment space with peeling and bulging stucco. The outside areas were equally unimpressive with poorly maintained landscaping with extensive sod replacement and burnt boxwoods, potholed asphalt, and exterior trim with peeling paint. We were told that the 3 chandeliers in the 2nd floor were $60,000 EACH, but that isn't what we noticed. (Including photos with my review demonstrating the peeling decorative decals and multiple holes in the surrounding ceiling.) We opted to leave following the tour after considering the on site restaurant's menu based on prices and offerings. We did peruse the gift shop and it had some interesting items. We had also considered returning in the future to attend a murder mystery dinner, but have decided this is a one-and-done experience. Hoping the investor group will consider a maintenance fund for the property. read more

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If you drive through Lexington Kentucky it's likely you will eventually drive past The Castle. If you're in Central Kentucky for any length of time you will hear about it sooner or later. My wife and I have driven past it for many years and always remark, "we ought to check that out one day." So today we did. It's very nice and is a full service hotel and features a dining room and bar on the ground floor. We ate at the restaurant today. It is very elegant but casual at the same time. The menu we saw was a brunch menu with breakfast and sandwiches for lunch. We had the breakfast with 2 eggs, sausage or bacon, biscuit and gravy or grits and toast all for $20. The server was a young man named Cooper and he was beyond excellent. The Castle hosts many special events, there's an outside rooftop pavilion area and permanent tent-style structures on the grounds as well. There's a nice pool for hotel guests as well. All in all a fun one of a kind stay or meal break is a must next time you're in the area. read more

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This Castle a joke, its nothing like pictures. Very deceiving and misrepresentation. Old Very neglected. You walk into front door cow webs. This is far from being a luxury upscale venue. We book 2 nite a tower suite. Walk in old dingy, smells moldy, dead bugs in closets n room. Bathroom fixtures broken. Balcony door stuck wont open cow webs. Reported to director and COO, who basically said im stuck with charges for suite we couldn't stay in tower, We immediately left. The conditions were unhealthy. Do not stay here and get rip-off from this venue. Pictures on website misrepresentation. Its a dump. We were hoping to have a memorable experience with our Grandson, we drove 6 hours to be disappointed n rip off. I reported to health department codes and Credit card. After reviewing previous guest review its consistent with my review and experience. Do not get rip off. They only concern ripping off guest. This is not a reputable company. Im disgusted. I hope anyone who thinking of staying here be aware. I dont like posting negative review n hurting a business, as I own two businesses. But also feel it my responsibility to alert guest who are mis lead of this venue be something its not. Don't waste your money n time. If there a way to rate minus I would. Kiaya Powel room director did nothing to remedy, she told me to email COO, Christie Eckerline. Who was rude and basically said am out the money on the suite 1600.00, I believe in karma in screwing people, they'll get there's. Please be aware of this place. I question these positive reviews if fake, because it nothing what they claim Be aware! read more

Great Service and friendly staff! Had brunch at Farm to Table restaurant and really enjoyed it! read more

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Went to the Kentucky Castle, Holiday market. It cost $35 per person which was not worth the money. Once you get in there, they have vendors where you can shop and alcohol you can purchase. The marketing advice that there would be a hot chocolate bar, drinks and food. However, it was definitely not $35 worth. They had bourbon mac & cheese and pork sliders. They also had churros and cream puffs. I thought it was odd that they didn't have non-pork or non-dairy options. They also kept running out of the food. The tables were dirty and the hot chocolate bar look like it had been picked over. I would not go back to the holiday market or other paid events. The vendors had some decent stuff to purchase such as jewelry, baked goods, clothing, Christmas items, and more. This probably should've been a free event. read more

This place is beautiful. The property is gorgeous as well as the hotel itself. We spent a weekend here as a girl's trip. The pool was a highlight and walks around the property as well. We were only able to have breakfast on the property one morning because we didn't realize that the restaurant was extremely popular. While we did not mind that this was the case at dinner, it was a bit odd to not have some type of priority for guests in the morning. On our last morning they were able to squeeze us in before 9am, and by the time we left to check out all of the tables in the room (4-5) were still empty, which I understand they didn't want to seat us and then have reservations come in but it appeared that they had more than enough time to accommodate us. They also did not have an exercise room, I find this to be a big con when the price of a room for the night is so high. They mentioned goat yoga when I went down in the morning to ask, but it had already started and this was never mentioned at check in or I think a few of us would have loved to join in. I will also add that the noise in the morning can be quite loud due to high ceilings and lots of stone. I am an early riser, but a couple girls were annoyed that it was hard to sleep in past a certain time. It is also very bright in the room in the morning, but the most puzzling part, are the blind pulls are so short compared to the very tall windows we were almost unable to close them and then decided to not open them again due to the inconvenience. I will also mention that the mirror in the bathroom was not short person friendly (under 5'4") and the vanity was such a pain since that felt oversized as well. Overall, a wonderful stay, but for the price I usually expect more attention to detail and better guest experience. read more

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We had reservations for brunch in the bar area before a rainy day at Keeneland. We started off with their Bloody Mary and the Fried Grits. The Bloody is always good. The grits and the pepper jelly were something new to us and they were delicious. I had the Hogtown Biscuit which is huge. A monster biscuit covered with gravy, country ham, fried chicken, and sunny side egg, with a side of home fries. My wife had the Open-Faced Omelet, minus the spinach salad. Both of these main courses were enough for two people. The food and service were fantastic. read more

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This place is classy, elegant, and refined, yet relaxed. I have stayed at the Castle several times and we always enjoy the ambiance TKC provides. We have eaten there, and enjoyed the bar as well. Both make me feel pampered and welcome, you definitely get your money's worth. This last time I visited TKC it was for their Galentine's Day event. This event was fun, and relaxed, yet romantic and catered to the princess in all of us! The service at The Kentucky Castle is second to none. You really do feel like royalty every time you visit TKC. By the way, there is a little hidden gem there that not too many people take advantage of, but I'm keeping that information to myself! read more

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Lovely garden; the hotel is lovely. We had reservations for brunch, we had the chicken and waffles and it was a 10/10! I feel like they're food is definitely underrated. They have a nice breakfast and I was able to bring my cousin from out of town so she got a lovely experience. read more

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The employees were amazing! The structure was very cool and my son was so excited to visit. The gardens, for the time of year were nice. The building inside needs attention. The devil is in the details. (Entry door was filthy, the baseboards were too.) Touch up the details and it will be perfect. We enjoyed our meals and our stop. read more

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From the minute, you get out of your car, you can see that there is a lot of maintenance issues on the property that are not being addressed. When you enter inside into the restaurant area parts of it look cool and interesting but then you also see the chairs where every single chair has stains on it. They're all cloth, but they look like they've never been cleaned. The hostess was extremely rude and unwelcoming. Our waitress was very good Alexa, so at least that was the best part of the experience. The food was just mediocre best. My wife's beef dish was so salted that she couldn't eat it. I had the Korean fried chicken, which was OK. Needless to say, we will not be back. read more

Because of rain, our party moved from the roof to a large room. They had a cash bar and catered food. Everything was great. It's a new castle with beautiful architecture and grounds. You can stay in a turret. (It is a hotel and restaurant. No Medieval Times vibes.) read more

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Beautiful location with a magical atmosphere! I visited the Kentucky Castle for an event attended by acquaintances from all over the country. Everyone, by all accounts, thoroughly enjoyed themselves. The experience is definitely my highlight of the summer. The decor and aesthetics were impeccable. The food was great. And the views from the roof were peaceful. The staff was amazing; very friendly, accommodating, and fun! I plan to return for a more personal stay and a tour. read more

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Absolutely perfect! The Kentucky Castle is beautiful and the details have not been ignored. If you ever have a chance to visit it will be a memorable time in your life. The gardens are also lovely. read more

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The space is very beautiful! Definitely a place I knew I had to check out the first time I drove by it. We were so excited to celebrate our anniversary here, but we were woefully underwhelmed. The best part of the meal was the bread, the rest was just mediocre. Definitely nothing to ride home about. Then came the check, which felt like robbery based on the level of food we had. The only reason they get 2 stars is based on the venue, otherwise it would be 1 star. read more

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Incredible food, incredible ambiance, Michelin worthy service. We stayed in one of the tower rooms for our fifteenth anniversary and loved it! Special shoutout to Samuel for above and beyond amazing service. He turned a great experience into a magical one. read more

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I have driven by the castle hundreds of times, and I finally got around to trying the menu for dinner. Here are my thoughts: Underwhelming ~ the Deviled Eggs, Shrimp Fritters, TKC Fried Chicken, and Banana Pudding. With all of these, just not a lot of flavor. And the prices here are too high to not be blown away. Outstanding ~ the grounds and interior are beautiful, the service is incredible, the Kentucky Mule was awesome, the bourbon pecan butter that comes with Toby's Fresh Bread Service was next level, and the Wagyu Ribeye was maybe the best steak I've ever had. It melts in your mouth. So, you've got hit or miss here. If you make the right choices, you're going to be amazed. The food and the ambiance will get you there. But if you pick a miss, you're going to be sorely disappointed. I'd love to give it five stars. It earns it in certain areas. They just need to shore up a few menu items and they'll be there. read more

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My husband and I stayed just one night here in one of their beautiful rooms and we were more than happy with our stay! We had dinner and our server was Mauro (probably butchering the spelling) he was absolutely incredible and made our stay. I hope that man gets a raise because he certainly deserves it. We were blown away with the customer service from every single staff member and will definitely be back!! read more

I'm reviewing this purely from the restaurant side! One of the best brunches around! Their menu is always rotating, their ingredients are always premium and fresh! This restaurant is a staple of its community, and really drives the farm to table experience home with every dish. Service here is of the highest quality, as The Kentucky Castle in general has so much to offer. The ambiance is awing, you won't find anything else like it easily anywhere. It's very modern with a nostalgic feel due to its artwork and designs! I'd recommend dining out here anytime, and very much so during brunch! read more

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Four stars for ambiance and gorgeous surroundings. This is such a cool place in Kentucky! Who knew a European style stone castle existed near horse farms and bluegrass? I really enjoyed strolling through the grounds and I bet it beautiful anytime of year. We also ate brunch in the restaurant and I give that three stars. The food was good, not exceptional so really it's more about the ambiance than anything else. Our waiter was attentive but the food service was a bit slow. We ordered the blueberry cornbread for the table and had to ask where it was. The portion size for that was also pretty small. My waffles were good and i enjoyed the macadamia nuts and white chocolate on them. The bacon was pretty salty though. I would say, visit to explore it once, but it wouldn't be a regular place for me if I lived in Lexington. read more

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Our group of 8 stayed overnight as part of our Bourbon trail weekend. We encountered a number of issues during our 2 day stay, but after contacting management, they worked with us to make it right. Keep your expectations appropriate and understand that you're paying for a unique experience, not the Ritz Carlton. read more

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Definitely verify the menu before you go. For dinner there are VERY limited options and it was underwhelming for the price. Atmosphere is a 10/10 but I'd do dinner somewhere else. We missed our brunch reservation and hate that we did because those reviews sound amazing. The waiter was amazing. Ask for dressing on the side if you order a salad. read more

Great service from our waiter, Noah, and delicious and unique food offerings. We loved the whole experience!

The Kentucky castle. Aydin and Nicole were amazing! Aydin gave us some tips on where to visit. This castle, even though they say Medieval it's pretty dang fun. I love the decorations. You can actually have a fence here would be fun to get married. They also have rooms, spa, and a Restaurant. I WOULD RECOMMEND read more

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Beautiful!! The grounds were amazing ! Just walked around, but we will definitely go back next time for lunch!! Menu looks great. read more

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I'm surprised by the poor rating of the Castle. I've been several times and each time has been better than the last. The food has always been excellently prepared and the staff has always been attentive and kind. read more

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My wife and I planned a last minute anniversary trip to Lexington. Since it was last minute and UK had home games going on, nicer dinner reservations were sparse. She asked if I wanted to eat at a castle and I said sure... A very unique setting with a hotel on the second floor and a restaurant with several different dinner areas on the 1st floor. Regardless, service was attentive, but not stuffy. I ordered an old fashioned and the server wanted to know what bourbon to use. I told her whatever the bartender thinks is best. The bartender actually brought our cocktails to us and explained his creations, which I thought was a fun touch. I don't know who "Toby" is, but do your self a favor and order Toby's fresh bread service for a starter...the pumpkin spice butter was awesome I had the pan-seared salmon and my wife ordered the filet. Expertly prepared, well seasoned and fresh tasting! But our overall favorite was the S'mores dessert! Oh my... chocolate ganache with graham cracker ice cream which was covered by a homemade marshmallow meringue. #heavenly read more

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They call it farm to table. It was fried chicken mashed potatoes and 3 carrots. 39.99 each disgusting. read more

Cool tourist destination and lovely atmosphere. The food was just ok. The service was exceptional. We are glad we stopped by to check it out, but honestly had higher hopes for the brunch. read more

A beautiful place to visit and hear the history of the castle. Everyone was extremely friendly. Would visit again! read more

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The place is filthy. Over priced, under whelmed. Do not waste your hard earned money here.

The only reason why I'm giving this place a three star is because my 12 yr old loved his chicken and waffle. I ordered the strawberry French toast and it was cold and soggy. My husband ordered the Henderson breakfast and it was just "ok". I recommend coming for the experience to see the castle, take pics, look at the farm animals, and visit a bourbon distillery. read more

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Celebrated our anniversary with brunch at the restaurant. Overall we had a good experience but the service and food were slow. Like 10 minutes before we could order drinks then another 15 before our drinks came out (I got the apple cranberry mule which is a mocktail and my boyfriend got coffee). Ordering food was another 15 minutes then the food took about 25 minutes. The floor under our table was filthy, but the hostess did come and sweep it up after we were sat. I ordered the fried chicken biscuit and it was actually good. A tad bit salty because of the ham and I was surprised the arugula side was not dressed. But overall things tasted good, just took a while and had a bit more salt than I would prefer. You definitely need a reservation though. I heard a group of 4 get turned away without one. read more

Our server and the other one in the room with us were like Wednesday Addams and her best friend Enid! We heard the other server in the room talking to tables about things to see in the area and congratulating them on their special occasion followed by information they would receive a surprise at the end of their meal. We didn't hear any of this from our server and were celebrating a special occasion ourselves to which they had put a nice card on our table beforehand! The ambience was nice for breakfast, but the food was not nearly the gourmet experience we hoped for. We got the standard breakfast and found the sausage to be overcooked and unable to even be cut with the knife on the table and the bacon undercooked to the point it was flimsy. Toast was brought out barely toasted and with nothing on it. Butter and jam had to be specially requested. Definitely not the experience we had hoped for at such a fancy restaurant. read more

We stayed at one of the small houses at Kentucky Castle. Our 2 year old was in love seeing all the animals outside our place. There were chicken, goats, sheep, donkey, horses, dogs. The hotel was a short walk away and just gorgeous grounds. We had a delicious dinner at the restaurant and overall a great stay! read more

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The food was great. Service was super helpful and courteous. The ambience was spectacular. Wonderful experience and will surely visit again. read more

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Hotel was very clean, and beautiful. Everything in the hotel echoes so when the morning staff has their meetings in the morning or social hour. They wake you up every morning at 6:30-7 AM laughing and talking. After speaking with employees and Manager, they all have heard on how much the hotel echoes into every room, but they have not been trained to use softer voices, or have had the courtesy to have their conversations inside the kitchen or somewhere else. Going on vacation without our kids means we would like to sleep at least until 8 AM. Other than that food was good. If you're looking for a place to rest and enjoy the night find a different location. read more

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My Garden Club booked a tour with lunch which cost $60 per person. The "tour" was mostly "Hurry up - Stay together", "There's the garden - go look at it later if you want to". The luncheon was terrible - all starch (sandwiches, potato salad, Mac & cheese, dessert bars (no green salad or anything fresh from the garden!) and not very tasty. The whole experience was VERY disappointing!! Totally not worth the money or the drive from Louisville. read more

Decent food, but terrible service. They cannot keep up with the very low volume of turnover. Bar is always empty and they will not serve food at the bar. Staff never seem welcoming to you coming to eat and they blame the kitchen for lack of food and slow service. I've been about 8 times and this has been the case every time. It's seems like we inconvenience the restaurant by showing up. read more