Best Fine Dining in Frankfort

"Best Place to Splurge Located in a quaint and historic building at the corner of Richmond Rd. and North Ashland Ave., the menu and service at Coles is fitting for the most special of occasions. Make sure not to skip their wine and cocktail list, both carefully curated and crafted, and their sommelier is always at the ready with a bottle recommendation. And don’t neglect the bar bites menu where you'll find favorites like the fried avocado stuffed with crabmeat and the charcuterie board, which features various meats cured in house."

"COLES 735 MAIN features a menu full of local inspiration and world-class fare; every dish is hand crafted like a fine piece of art. Lexington-born Executive Chef Cole Arimes showcases reinvented American classics, global flavors, and eclectic artisan dishes. Set in a tastefully restored historic Lexington landmark, the restaurant radiates a heart-warming and relaxing atmosphere – ideal for romantic fine dining or spirited get-togethers at the inviting indoor bar and outdoor gazebo."

"This king of the Lexington steakhouses is locally owned and operated by the Bluegrass Hospitality Group, who also manage Sal’s, a more casual steakhouse, and Harry’s, a high-class sports bar. Started up by local entrepreneur Brian McCarty after he tasted prime cut steak in. , Malone’s has hosted a number of celebrities, whose portraits in the restaurant line the walls, and consistently offers top-quality food and even better service in a fine, yet relaxed atmosphere."

"This is Michel’s flagship fine-dining restaurant, located in Midway (between Frankfort and Lexington), which serves upscale Southern food like guinea hen brined in apple cider and beef tenderloin Diane with mushrooms. Do you recommend this?"

"A warm welcome awaits you at the Holly Hill Inn, a charming restaurant in the heart of Bluegrass Horse Country."

"The Sage Rabbit specializes in local and seasonal fare within a friendly ambiance. Opening their doors at the end of July 2015, this chef owned establishment could not have picked a more perfect time to greet their first guests. With an abundance of summer produce plus a cozy, shaded outdoor patio, complete with hanging flower baskets, The Sage Rabbit offers a memorable summer experience."

"With an award-winning New York chef, The Sage Rabbit will surprisingly tick all your Southern cuisine boxes. John Foster, owner and Executive Chef along with Nance Everts, his wife, welcome guests to one of Lexington’s most relaxed dining experiences. The restaurateurs are huge proponents of local growers who provide farm fresh goodness to area restaurants."

"The concept of a movable bar has never come to life better than this. This is the only people-driven vehicle where you’re allowed to drink and pedal. That’s right, pedal."

"Then, it was off to West Sixth Brewing, which quickly became my favorite brewery of them all—saving the best for last, as we do—to meet up with my sister’s old roommate, Dina. While there, we also ordered food at the adjoining Smithtown Seafood, which serves up a mean shrimp po’boy and beef Wellington burger. It was the perfect low-key dinner we needed to soak up all the alcohol consumed."

"Once more reminding you of the brewing industry of Kentucky is another great Lexington brewhouse: West Sixth Brewing. It is a rather hipster-like and remarkably cool distillery that serves up great drinks and style. Who says you need to go out at night for some exciting drinks?"

"The airy tasting room here offers visitors a nice rotating selection of guest taps and other tasty brews. As they put it, they focus on “hand-crafted micro brews designed for taste, smoothness and quality.” Particularly, you can expect to enjoy a lot of Belgian farmhouse and American craft beers. The tap list is extensive and the vibes are relaxed."

"This area, also called the Pepper distillery district, is home to a number of whimsical food and drink concepts, including Ethereal Brewing, Middle Fork Kitchen Bar, Crank & Boom Dessert Lounge and the Break Room. But, first up—and no surprise here: Ethereal Brewing Co."