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Best Southern Restaurant Us Restaurants in Lexington, Kentucky

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Honouring the top spots in Lexington.

A table worth seeking out. Meet the restaurants leading the current rankings in Lexington, Kentucky, and discover what puts each one at the top.

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82.4
#1

Lexington Kentucky

J. Render's Southern Table & Bar

For a relaxed meal, J. Render's Southern Table & Bar is a casual choice.

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77.8
#2

Lexington Kentucky

Minton's

For your next night out, Minton's is a casual choice.

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76.5
#3

Lexington Kentucky

Distilled on Jefferson

For dinner with friends, Distilled on Jefferson is one table worth exploring.

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Top Places in Lexington

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#1

J. Render's Southern Table & Bar

Lexington, Kentucky

2
82.4
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#2

Minton's

Lexington, Kentucky

2
77.8
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Illustrative image: Atmospheric courtyard restaurant in warm evening light
#3

Distilled on Jefferson

Lexington, Kentucky

2
76.5
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#4

MiMi's Southern Style Cooking

Lexington, Kentucky

1
74.6
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#1

J. Render's Southern Table & Bar

Lexington, Kentucky

82.4
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#2

Distilled on Jefferson

Lexington, Kentucky

76.5
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#3

Minton's

Lexington, Kentucky

77.8
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