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4.6
- 4.5Food
- 4.6Service
- 4.4Ambience
- 4.5Value
Noise • Moderate
Zim's Cafe
4.6
501 Reviews
$30 and under
American
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2 people
Mar 24, 2025
March 2025
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7:00 PM
- Neighborhood gem
- Charming
- Great for brunch
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Additional information
- Dining styleCasual Dining
- Price$30 and under
- CuisinesAmerican, Café, Southern
- Hours of operationSun 9:00 am–9:00 pm
- Phone number
- Website
- Payment optionsAMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
- Dress codeCasual Dress
- Executive chefTyler McNabb
- Private party facilitiesLooking for a private event space? We rent out The Thirsty Fox. Email zimscafeky@gmail.com for more information.
- Delivery & takeout
- NeighborhoodLexington
- Cross streetLocated between Short and Main Streets at Upper Street.
- Parking detailsThere are paid lots on Short Street as well as paid parking garages on Main and Short. Street parking is free after 5:00 on weekdays and all day on weekends and federal holidays.
- AdditionalBar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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What 501 people are saying
Overall ratings and reviews
Loved For
Lexington
Great for brunch
Lexington
Neighborhood gem
Review summary
AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Zim's Cafe offers "delicious food," a vibrant atmosphere, and friendly service, making it a great spot for brunch, lunch, or dinner in downtown Lexington. The artichoke fritters and blackened catfish are particularly popular. While service can be slow during busy times, the "great atmosphere" and enjoyable live music enhance the dining experience.
501 Reviews
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Tess VIP
Cincinnati37 reviews
5.0Dined 1 day ago
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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OpenTable Diner
Louisville5 reviews
4.0Dined on March 9, 2025
- Overall 4
- Food 4
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Paul
Charleston1 review
5.0Dined on March 2, 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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OpenTable Diner
E. Tennessee3 reviews
5.0Dined on March 2, 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 4
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Gina VIP
Cincinnati9 reviews
5.0Dined on March 1, 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 4
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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OpenTable Diner
Louisville1 review
5.0Dined on February 28, 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Leslie
Louisville8 reviews
5.0Dined on February 19, 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 4
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OpenTable Diner
Greater Boston1 review
5.0Dined on February 16, 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Erin
Philadelphia1 review
4.0Dined on February 15, 2025
- Overall 4
- Food 4
- Service 4
- Ambience 5
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Cedrick
Louisville4 reviews
5.0Dined on February 15, 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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FAQs
Zim's Cafe offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (859) 785-3690.
Zim's Cafe is rated 4.6 stars by 501 OpenTable diners.
Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.
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215 W Main St, Lexington, KY 40507
Additional information
- Cross streetLocated between Short and Main Streets at Upper Street.
- NeighborhoodLexington
- Hours of operationSun 9:00 am–9:00 pm
- Price$30 and under
- CuisinesAmerican, Café, Southern
- Dining styleCasual Dining
- Dress codeCasual Dress
- Parking detailsThere are paid lots on Short Street as well as paid parking garages on Main and Short. Street parking is free after 5:00 on weekdays and all day on weekends and federal holidays.
- Payment optionsAMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
- Executive chefTyler McNabb
- AdditionalBar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
- Delivery & takeout
- Website
- Phone number
- Private party facilitiesLooking for a private event space? We rent out The Thirsty Fox. Email zimscafeky@gmail.com for more information.