When people are finished shopping in and around Lexington, they can take a break at one of nearly 600 area eating and drinking establishments. From local favorites to chain restaurants, residents and visitors alike enjoy local traditions such as Derby Pie, hot browns and burgoo, as well as a wonderful mix of choices from seafood to Japanese to Italian, Mexican, and many more. New restaurants continue to pop up all over Lexington, catering to the area’s insatiable appetite for great food and drink.
Whether it’s too many options or just slow-arriving hunger pains, you’ll notice later dinner crowds in Lexington with restaurants seemingly busiest from about 7 to 9 p.m. – especially later in the week and on weekends. So, if you are looking to avoid a long wait or simply want a quieter atmosphere, the 5 to 7 p.m. timeframe is often a good choice. Restaurant crowds also directly correlate to large events in the area, such as University of Kentucky football and basketball games, Keeneland, and
concerts and performances.
Fayette County bars and restaurants have been smoke-free since 2005 due to a clean indoor air ordinance passed by the city council. What does that mean for Lexington’s nightlife? Well, many of downtown’s bars and restaurants have adjusted with outdoor smoking areas, while crowds mingle on sidewalks between music sets.
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