Guidebook for Lexington

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Guidebook for Lexington

Sightseeing

This is an amazing park located just 1 block away. From tennis courts, to a pool, to a basketball court, and skate park - there sure is to be something for everyone! Take a blanket and have a picnic!
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Park Woodland
601 E High St
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This is an amazing park located just 1 block away. From tennis courts, to a pool, to a basketball court, and skate park - there sure is to be something for everyone! Take a blanket and have a picnic!
Catch a game if you can!
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Rupp Arena
430 W Vine St
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Catch a game if you can!
Tailgating and Football!
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Commonwealth Stadium
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Tailgating and Football!

Drinks & Nightlife

We have to mention West Sixth because Ben is one of the owners! Get in touch if you’d like a behind the scenes look, or come by for a free tour at 2pm and 4pm on Saturday or 2pm Sunday.
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West Sixth Brewing
501 W 6th St
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We have to mention West Sixth because Ben is one of the owners! Get in touch if you’d like a behind the scenes look, or come by for a free tour at 2pm and 4pm on Saturday or 2pm Sunday.
Right around the corner, this brand new and simple place is absolutely beautiful. All seating is outside, though, so if it’s raining or too cold, don’t bother.
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Kentucky Native Café
417 E Maxwell St
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Right around the corner, this brand new and simple place is absolutely beautiful. All seating is outside, though, so if it’s raining or too cold, don’t bother.
An excellent higher-end craft beer ball located about a half mile away in Chevy Chase (makes a great evening walk down there). They have 8 taps that are always unique and always rotating.
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The Beer Trappe
811 Euclid Ave
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An excellent higher-end craft beer ball located about a half mile away in Chevy Chase (makes a great evening walk down there). They have 8 taps that are always unique and always rotating.
A locally-owned speakeasy, this place always has a crowd. They often have live music, and host lots of date nights.
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Parlay Social
249 W Short St
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A locally-owned speakeasy, this place always has a crowd. They often have live music, and host lots of date nights.
Owned by the same folks who own the Bourbon Review magazine, this place is a bit younger than Parlay Social but just as hoppin! Lots of great bourbon, of course!
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Belles Cocktail House
156 Market St
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Owned by the same folks who own the Bourbon Review magazine, this place is a bit younger than Parlay Social but just as hoppin! Lots of great bourbon, of course!
A bar / arcade, this place is located in the upcoming North Limestone area. Great beer and great bourbon
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Arcadium Bar
574 N Limestone
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A bar / arcade, this place is located in the upcoming North Limestone area. Great beer and great bourbon
A pizza joint and cocktail lounge located in the distillery district -- brand new and beautifully renovated.
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Goodfellas Distillery
1228 Manchester Street
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A pizza joint and cocktail lounge located in the distillery district -- brand new and beautifully renovated.

Food Scene

A neighborhood coffee shop just around the corner on Main Street. We walk there almost every day, and stop by on our way to work when we don’t walk.
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A Cup Of Common Wealth
105 Eastern Ave
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A neighborhood coffee shop just around the corner on Main Street. We walk there almost every day, and stop by on our way to work when we don’t walk.
Our favorite bakery in town, Sunrise mostly sells to local restaurants. But Thursday - Saturday from around 8am - 2pm, they open to individuals -- pick up a great baguette, a cup of joe, or a pastry!
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Sunrise Bakery
111 W Main St
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Our favorite bakery in town, Sunrise mostly sells to local restaurants. But Thursday - Saturday from around 8am - 2pm, they open to individuals -- pick up a great baguette, a cup of joe, or a pastry!
A Lexington institution, this restaurant / diner is small and informal but always great. Sandwiches are their forte during lunch, but you also can’t miss the tomato and artichoke bisque. Great Brunch!
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Stella's Kentucky Deli
143 Jefferson St
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A Lexington institution, this restaurant / diner is small and informal but always great. Sandwiches are their forte during lunch, but you also can’t miss the tomato and artichoke bisque. Great Brunch!
A delicious mediterranean place that is located just around the corner in Chevy Chase. Fresh food, and one of the healthier options in town. We recommend the Chicken Schwarma or Hummus Wrap
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Oasis Mediterranean Restaurant
837 Chevy Chase Pl
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A delicious mediterranean place that is located just around the corner in Chevy Chase. Fresh food, and one of the healthier options in town. We recommend the Chicken Schwarma or Hummus Wrap
The best Mexican restaurant in town. We used to go there almost every Monday night (Sun - Tues is 2 for 1 margarita night!), and it never disappoints. Local tip: ask for the extra salsas (free!)
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El Rancho Tapatio
144 Burt Rd
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The best Mexican restaurant in town. We used to go there almost every Monday night (Sun - Tues is 2 for 1 margarita night!), and it never disappoints. Local tip: ask for the extra salsas (free!)
Ramsey's Diner is THE traditional Lexington restaurant -- you’d be hard pressed to find someone local who hasn’t been there many many times. Try the Buffalo Chicken Sandwich!
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Ramsey's Diners
151 W Zandale Dr
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Ramsey's Diner is THE traditional Lexington restaurant -- you’d be hard pressed to find someone local who hasn’t been there many many times. Try the Buffalo Chicken Sandwich!
This restaurant is located a bit out in the country, but worth it. Owned by Lexington’s most famous Chef, Ouita Michel, it is a casual counter service restaurant located in the middle of a horse farm.
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Windy Corner Market
4595 Bryan Station Rd
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This restaurant is located a bit out in the country, but worth it. Owned by Lexington’s most famous Chef, Ouita Michel, it is a casual counter service restaurant located in the middle of a horse farm.
This casual joint specializes in Cajun food is great for eat in or carry out. Super laid back, they have tons of character and tons of hot sauces to choose from.
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Bourbon n' Toulouse
829 Euclid Ave
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This casual joint specializes in Cajun food is great for eat in or carry out. Super laid back, they have tons of character and tons of hot sauces to choose from.
A great place for breakfast or lunch, this place is locally owned and specializes in locally grown food as well. You can’t go wrong with anything you chose but the local favorites are always unique.
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Lexington Diner
841 Lane Allen Rd
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A great place for breakfast or lunch, this place is locally owned and specializes in locally grown food as well. You can’t go wrong with anything you chose but the local favorites are always unique.

Shopping

This is the place for higher-end Kentucky gifts. Whether you’re searching for a Julip Cup, or a crystal vase, or some other personalized gift, this is the place to go.
L.V. Harkness & Company
531 W Short St
This is the place for higher-end Kentucky gifts. Whether you’re searching for a Julip Cup, or a crystal vase, or some other personalized gift, this is the place to go.
Just down the street this series of shops are all locally owned and unique. Definitely worth checking out if you’re looking for something cool and new!
Woodland Triangle
Just down the street this series of shops are all locally owned and unique. Definitely worth checking out if you’re looking for something cool and new!
Located in Chevy Chase, this store has all sorts of unique and eclectic clothing and home items. Becca says this is a good store for a hard to find gift!
Worlds Apart Lexington
850 E High St
Located in Chevy Chase, this store has all sorts of unique and eclectic clothing and home items. Becca says this is a good store for a hard to find gift!