Best Historic Restaurants in North Limestone

8 restaurants available nearby

A photo of Epping's on Eastside restaurant

1. Epping's on Eastside

4.8

Exceptional(2210)

Price: Moderate

• Unspecified • Lexington

Booked 47 times today

We're a bit like our hometown: sophisticated, well-traveled, but grounded in our roots. We believe there's nothing more important than taking time to dine well with family and friends in a beautiful space. And we have a passion for all things Bluegrass - curing our meats in-house, supporting the region's diverse farming and food community, and keeping a local-first mindset in everything we do. Epping's is located in a renovated historic building that once held Epping Bottling Works, home to the hustle and spirit of local entrepreneur John G. Epping. Today, we are proud to honor that history and be part of the energy of downtown Lexington's Warehouse Block.

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2. Blue Heron Steakhouse

4.8

Exceptional(2108)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Lexington

Booked 22 times today

The Blue Heron Steakhouse is located in the thriving historic Jefferson Street corridor. We offer an excellent menu with steakhouse classics and modern Southern fare with specialties such as fresh oysters, the finest cuts of beef, shrimp and grits and more. Our restaurant started as a hand-crafted cocktail bar and consumer demand made it obvious that we needed to expand to a full-service kitchen. The Blue Heron is situated in a renovated home with exposed brick, a beautiful, locally crafted chandelier, a roaring two-sided fireplace in the colder months. Locally owned and loaded with character, The Blue Heron is a perfect setting for an intimate date, an evening with friends or simply a casual dinner while watching the game.

3. Coles 735 Main

4.8

Exceptional(3664)

Price: Expensive

• Unspecified • Lexington

Booked 30 times today

At Coles, we're dedicated to bringing the art of dining to every experience. Think local meats cured in-house. Crisp vegetables fresh off the vine, pickled onsite. Breads baked fresh each day. The best seasonal ingredients available, sourced from local farms and trusted purveyors. And our menus go beyond the plate, with handcrafted cocktails featuring unique, house-made ingredients, hundreds of bourbons available for tasting, and an award-winning carefully curated wine program. We believe in honoring history and chose to set our restaurant in a restored historic landmark in downtown Lexington.

4. Chez Lyndon

4.6

Exceptional(27)

Price: Expensive

• Farm-to-table • Lexington

Chez Lyndon is in downtown Lexington, Kentucky, in the Historic Lyndon House Bed & Breakfast. At Chez Lyndon, we treat our guests to an upscale experience in an intimate setting. Our courtesy staff is here to make you feel at home. Join us for an evening of fine dining.

5. Dudley's on Short

4.7

Exceptional(2672)

Price: Expensive

• American • Lexington

Booked 30 times today

Dudley's Restaurant has been a mainstay on the Lexington dining scene since 1981. Centered in the heart of downtown Lexington, Dudley's offers delicious modern American cuisine with an award-winning wine list to match. Food Network has featured Dudley's for the classic Tournedos Maxwell and has been awarded "Best of the South" twice by Southern Living Magazine. Dudley's was recently awarded a Lifetime Achievement award from the KY Department of Agriculture for using KY Proud ingredients in Chef Bradley Hoffman's globally inspired menus. Dudley's welcomes guests to enjoy dining in the more casual bar area, formal main dining room, or on the rooftop terrace.**Rooftop seating is per guest request, weather permitting, and availability is Wednesday-Sunday for Dinner Only

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6. Lockbox at 21c Hotel

4.6

Exceptional(1267)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Lexington

Booked 10 times today

Located in Lexington’s 21c Museum Hotel, Lockbox showcases a commitment to sourcing local, high-quality ingredients. Lockbox uses thoughtful yet simple preparations and cooking techniques in a contemporary brasserie setting. Designed by Deborah Berke Partners, the Lockbox space highlights historic features like original marble floors, decorative plaster details, large arched windows and even a historic safe deposit vault that is used for private dining.

7. Zim's Cafe

4.4

Awesome(484)

Price: Moderate

• American • Lexington

Booked 10 times today

Ouita Michel’s newest restaurant - located in downtown Lexington, Ky. is a cornerstone of the Historic Courthouse Square. Zim’s Cafe features delicious sandwiches, Kentucky classics, fresh salads & innovative bites from executive chef Ethan Bowling. Order a cocktail, bourbon, or local beer from The Thirsty Fox, the bar component across the atrium with a cozy atmosphere!

8. Merrick Inn

4.7

Exceptional(4572)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Southern • Lexington

Booked 38 times today

If you are attempting to make a reservation with a party size larger than 8, please call the restaurant directly as parties larger than 8 cannot be booked online.The restaurant is mostly all reservations at this time with the exception of some bar seating. Spacing between reservations is two hours so please be on time, there will likely be another reservation scheduled for two hours after your scheduled time. Reservations will be released 15 minutes past the reservation time if you have not arrived. Thank you for your understanding.

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Anita
Central Kentucky •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
My favorite Lexington restaurant. Consistency in food and service paired with excellent wines and bourbons make a meal here a great experience.
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Blue Heron SteakhousePrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Lexington
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4.8
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KatrinaVIP
Central Kentucky •11 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
This was my first time having brunch here and it was amazing. We will definitely be back and I look forward to making dinner reservations there soon!
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Epping's on EastsidePrice: Moderate• Unspecified• Lexington
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4.8
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Scott
Central Kentucky •4 reviews
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
The menu has good options along with the specials.
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Coles 735 MainPrice: Expensive• Unspecified• Lexington
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4.8
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JeffVIP
Cincinnati / Dayton •39 reviews
4.0
Dined on Dec 28, 2024
Very good food and service! Noise level was a little high for me. Tables are a little close!
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Dudley's on ShortPrice: Expensive• American• Lexington
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4.7
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Erica
Central Kentucky •17 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 24, 2024
The Lyndon House is GORGEOUS. It was a lovely environment for a holiday meal. Our server was polite and friendly. Will definitely go back.
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Chez LyndonPrice: Expensive• Farm-to-table• Lexington
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4.6

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8 restaurants available nearby

1. Epping's on Eastside

2. Blue Heron Steakhouse

3. Coles 735 Main

4. Chez Lyndon

5. Dudley's on Short

6. Lockbox at 21c Hotel

7. Zim's Cafe

8. Merrick Inn

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