Avena's Guidebook
Neighborhoods
Gratz Park is a neighborhood and historic district that is just a block away from the Airbnb. It was named after early Lexington businessman Benjamin Gratz whose home stands on the corner of Mill and New streets at the edge of Gratz Park. I love to wander around this square, of beautiful historic houses. It’s a very peaceful part of downtown and a great place to sit and read a book.
29 locals recommend
Gratz Park
250 W 3rd StGratz Park is a neighborhood and historic district that is just a block away from the Airbnb. It was named after early Lexington businessman Benjamin Gratz whose home stands on the corner of Mill and New streets at the edge of Gratz Park. I love to wander around this square, of beautiful historic houses. It’s a very peaceful part of downtown and a great place to sit and read a book.
Food scene
This is my favorite pizza joint in town. Their pizza is a little more creative than average. Also feels a little healthier than your greasy street slices. Cool vibe and wonderful natural wine selection. Locally owned, which is always going to be top of my list.
15 locals recommend
Pearl's
133 N LimestoneThis is my favorite pizza joint in town. Their pizza is a little more creative than average. Also feels a little healthier than your greasy street slices. Cool vibe and wonderful natural wine selection. Locally owned, which is always going to be top of my list.
In walking distance from the Airbnb. On Limestone St. Great food. One of my favorite restaurants. Delicious frozen margaritas.
62 locals recommend
Corto Lima
101 W Short StIn walking distance from the Airbnb. On Limestone St. Great food. One of my favorite restaurants. Delicious frozen margaritas.
A very short walk from the Airbnb. This has been a staple in Lexington for 10 plus years. Great atmosphere. Wonderful French restaurant. My local bar sometimes just for a glass of wine. Or to enjoy a great meal.
29 locals recommend
Le Deauville
199 N LimestoneA very short walk from the Airbnb. This has been a staple in Lexington for 10 plus years. Great atmosphere. Wonderful French restaurant. My local bar sometimes just for a glass of wine. Or to enjoy a great meal.
My favorite donuts! And great coffee. Located in the new Julietta Market.
24 locals recommend
North Lime Coffee & Donuts
1228 S 7th StMy favorite donuts! And great coffee. Located in the new Julietta Market.
Minglewood
159 N LimestoneGreat local brunch spot.
On the corner of Limestone and Vine St. Upscale Steakhouse
54 locals recommend
Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse - Lexington
101 W Vine StOn the corner of Limestone and Vine St. Upscale Steakhouse
Buddha Lounge
109 N Mill StFavorite for locals. Great sushi and Japanese tapas.
Wonderful date night restaurant. Beautiful roof top patio. Locally owned 35 years.
74 locals recommend
Dudley's On Short
259 W Short StWonderful date night restaurant. Beautiful roof top patio. Locally owned 35 years.
Breakfast & lunch must visit! Situated inside the old Courthouse at Cheapside Park. On Short Street.
Wrap around patio to relax and take in the downtown views. Farmer’s market on Saturday is an ideal time to go.
24 locals recommend
Zim's Cafe
215 W Main StBreakfast & lunch must visit! Situated inside the old Courthouse at Cheapside Park. On Short Street.
Wrap around patio to relax and take in the downtown views. Farmer’s market on Saturday is an ideal time to go.
Secret restaurant behind Arcadium Bar. Fabulous made from scratch, farm to table bar food. On the corner of Limestone & 6th St. Wed-Sunday.
7 locals recommend
favor
574 North LimestoneSecret restaurant behind Arcadium Bar. Fabulous made from scratch, farm to table bar food. On the corner of Limestone & 6th St. Wed-Sunday.
Harvey’s Bar is part of The Grove.
A micro community with Fable Charcuterie & Wine Bar, Harvey’s cocktail Bar & Luna & gourmet food truck.
9 locals recommend
Harvey's Bar & Hugo's Ultralounge
200 W Main StHarvey’s Bar is part of The Grove.
A micro community with Fable Charcuterie & Wine Bar, Harvey’s cocktail Bar & Luna & gourmet food truck.
Shopping
Julietta Market
101 W Loudon AveDistillery District
The Distillery District has lots to offer.
The Burl Arcade Bar with live music. Goodfella’s Pizza, Crank & Boom ice cream, 3 local breweries, Breved coffee shop. 5 min drive from downtown.
The Burl
375 Thompson Rd