DESTINATION LEXINGTON
Customer Guides
Lexington Welcomes You
As Horse Capital of the World and the heart of Bourbon Country, Lexington, Kentucky is full of unique experiences. While you’re here, you can visit any of nine bourbon distilleries within thirty-five minutes of downtown. Or you can indulge in the local delicacies, like Burgoo, Hot Brown or Beer Cheese. Take a look at what the folks who spend time in Lexington year-after-year think you should do.
Mark Taylor
"Must Go" Dinner Spot in Lexington: OBC
Favorite Place to Celebrate in Lexington: Thoroughbred Club
Favorite Casual Dining Spot: Drake's
Hidden Gem - Some Place to Dine That People May Not Hear About: Giuseppe's
Favorite Way to Relax in Lexington: Hand & Stone Massage
Best Entertainment Destination: Distillery District



Allaire Ryan
"Must Go" Dinner Spot in Lexington: Cole’s for the Basil Jane and filet
Favorite Place to Celebrate in Lexington: Dudley’s rooftop feels festive but intimate
Favorite Casual Dining Spot: Jalapeños. The chiles toreados aren’t on the menu but you’ll be hooked.
Hidden Gem - Some Place to Dine That People May Not Hear About: Giuseppe’s or Stella’s Deli
Favorite Way to Relax in Lexington: For anyone who doesn’t enjoy a glass of wine on a patio… Griffin Gate Marriott Spa has great offerings from massages to pedicures. For those who thrive on exercise The Legacy Trail is a great place to decompress and get some fresh air. For anyone in the downtown area Ashland the Henry Clay Estate is a peaceful place to unwind.
Best Entertainment Destination: Jeff Ruby’s lounge from 5-7pm when pianist is playing. Fantastic playlists.



David Anderson
"Must Go" Dinner Spot in Lexington: Le Deauville
Favorite Place to Celebrate in Lexington: Le Deauville or Jeff Ruby's
Favorite Casual Dining Spot: Eppings or Carson's
Hidden Gem - Some Place to Dine That People May Not Hear About: Heirloom or School Sushi
Favorite Way to Relax in Lexington: Take a drive to look at horse farms and countryside.
Best Entertainment Destination: Bourbon on Rye or Amsden Bourbon Bar

Conrad Bandoroff
"Must Go" Dinner Spot in Lexington: Cole's: great ambiance, cocktails and food
Favorite Place to Celebrate in Lexington: Dudley's where Debbie Long always takes such good care of us!
Favorite Casual Dining Spot: Corto Lima for the best margs!
Hidden Gem - Some Place to Dine That People May Not Hear About: Zen Sushi: highest quality sushi in Lexington
Favorite Way to Relax in Lexington: Going for a walk at Ashland, the Henry Clay Estate
Best Entertainment Destination: Chevy Chase Inn: oldest bar in Lexington



Phil Hager
"Must Go" Dinner Spot in Lexington: Bella Cafe or Cole's
Favorite Place to Celebrate in Lexington: Dudley's (more formal), Chevy Chase Inn (less formal)
Favorite Casual Dining Spot: Rolling Oven at Mirror Twin Brewery
Hidden Gem - Some Place to Dine That People May Not Hear About: Archa Nine Thai Kitchen
Favorite Way to Relax in Lexington: Somewhere outdoors if the weather is nice (walk, golf, fish, etc.) and if not, maybe grab a beer with friends at the Beer Trappe or one of Lexington's many breweries
Best Entertainment Destination: Distillery District
