Best Date Night Restaurants in North Limestone

38 restaurants available nearby

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1. Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse - Lexington

4.8

Exceptional(5702)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Lexington

Booked 132 times today

Lexington, KY loves its legends and Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse has quickly become one since opening in 2019. Proudly offering nationally-acclaimed U.S.D.A. Prime Steaks, fresh Seafood & Sushi, Impeccable Service, and Live Entertainment, Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse provides the perfect backdrop for an upscale, energetic, and elegant evening on the town. Opulent interiors pay homage to Art Deco luxury while still feeling uniquely Lexington. Hospitality reigns king here and being treated like royalty is a hallmark of our service. Private dining available for intimate gatherings up to larger groups looking to celebrate life. Outdoor dining is a lovely option on our decorated, temperature controlled patio. Delivery, Take Out, and Meal Kit options also available at JeffRuby.com. We can't wait for you to enjoy your next Jeff Ruby Experience!

2. ItalX

4.6

Exceptional(629)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Lexington

Booked 36 times today

ItalX, an avant-garde Italian restaurant, is now open for weekend lunch and dinner six days a week at City Center. The restaurant is located at 160 West Main Street. The team draws inspiration from Italy's emphasis on simple, fresh, quality ingredients and inspired hospitality in a warm and inviting space. A twist on traditional Italian fare, the menu will feature multiple scratch-made pastas, reimagined small plates, vegetarian and gluten-free offerings, and everyone's favorite desserts. Popular Italian dishes will be reinvented with elegant presentation. ItalX's bar program offers extensive Italian wines from all regions of 'the Boot' and an inventive cocktail list, backed by house-made ingredients and Italian liqueurs.

3. Carson's on Main

4.8

Exceptional(6212)

Price: Moderate

• American • Lexington

Booked 137 times today

Carson's Food & Drink features new and exciting chef-driven recipes and cocktails that combine rustic refinement with classic Kentucky elegance in a casual, yet comfortable atmosphere.One of Lexington Kentucky's finest restaurants; Multi Year Winner of OpenTable's "Diners' Choice" (2017,18,19,20,21,22) and included in RestaurantNews 'Top 100 Restaurants in America 2018'.We can't wait to welcome you!

4. Dudley's on Short

4.7

Exceptional(2674)

Price: Expensive

• American • Lexington

Booked 29 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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5. Blue Heron Steakhouse

4.8

Exceptional(2113)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Lexington

Booked 26 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.

6. Granddam

4.6

Exceptional(322)

Price: Expensive

• American • Lexington

Booked 20 times today

Granddam, nestled within The Manchester Hotel, is a captivating Bluegrass dining hall that pays homage to its eponymous matriarchal racehorse. While Granddam may be past her prime, she continues to live the dream through the restaurant's unique ambiance and offerings.Step into the world of Granddam and let her spirit envelop you. The menu features reimagined Bluegrass fare, sourced from local purveyors, ensuring a fresh and authentic dining experience.Conveniently located just off the hotel's lobby, Granddam invites you to savor the flavors of the Bluegrass region and relish in the legacy of a spirited racehorse. It's a place where traditions are celebrated and memories are made, all under the watchful gaze of Granddam herself.

7. Coles 735 Main

4.8

Exceptional(3666)

Price: Expensive

• Unspecified • Lexington

Booked 40 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.

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8. Distilled on Jefferson

4.8

Exceptional(1742)

Price: Moderate

• Southern • Lexington

Booked 14 times today

From award-winning Heirloom Restaurant in Midway, Ky stems Distilled Restaurant and Bourbon Bar. Chef Mark Wombles and team specialize in farm-to-table fare, incorporating an artful and elevated approach to southern cuisine in a comfortable atmosphere. The establishment removes all unnecessary ingredients from fine dining, leaving only the artistic expression food.

9. OBC Kitchen

4.9

Exceptional(4398)

Price: Expensive

• American • Lexington

Booked 89 times today

OBC Kitchen is a local, chef-driven restaurant that houses an extremely rare bourbon collection, eclectic craft beer selection and extensive wine list. Centuries-old local barn wood surrounds guests as they enjoy high quality, distinctive dishes in a pub like atmosphere. Indulge in chef-driven dishes and seasonal favorites. Celebrate the weekend with $5 Happy Hour features each Friday. Enjoy brunch favorites, bloody marys and mimosas on Saturday and Sunday. The passionate staff fosters a spirit of hospitality and Kentucky heritage. OBC Kitchen was named after the counties that eventually became Kentucky; “Old Bourbon County” was stamped on bourbon barrels that floated down the Mississippi from Kentucky and became synonymous with the best bourbon in the U.S.

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10. Lockbox at 21c Hotel

4.6

Exceptional(1267)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Lexington

Booked 12 times today

Lockbox at 21c Hotel is a perfect spot for a date night. Reviews rave about its fantastic food, excellent service, and beautiful atmosphere. One reviewer even noted it as a perfect date night setting. The restaurant's contemporary American cuisine, coupled with the unique ambiance of the historic safe deposit vault, creates an intimate and romantic setting perfect for a date night.

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Jack
Central Kentucky •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Great place for family meal…will definitely be back!
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OBC KitchenPrice: Expensive• American• Lexington
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4.9
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Lindsay
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
My boyfriend and I went here for a steak dinner. I did the blackened ribeye and he did the cowboy cut. We ordered too many sides, and they were all so good, the Brussels sprouts in particular. The food was amazing and the service was wonderful.
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Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse - LexingtonPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Lexington
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4.8
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Elaine VIP
Central Kentucky •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
We have visited Carson's many times. In fact we only live about half a mile from the new location at Andover, and although it's very nice we still prefer the downtown location. It just seems more intimate. The service was great and our server Hanna couldn't have been nicer and or have been any more helpful.
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Carson's on MainPrice: Moderate• American• Lexington
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4.8
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LynnVIP
Central Kentucky •12 reviews
5.0
Dined on 2 Jan 2025
We had a wonderful lunch, very quiet and service was very attentive. Food was delicious.
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GranddamPrice: Expensive• American• Lexington
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4.6
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Vanessa
Nashville •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 1 Jan 2025
Delicious food with perfectly sized portions. The Ravioli Della Nonna was divine with a smooth creamy red sauce, the Chicken Parm light and delicate, and the spaghetti with meatballs robust and classic. The red velvet strawberry cake was otherworldly and the classic vanilla ice cream was a creamy gelato that stole the show! Definitely recommend!
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Frank and Dino'sPrice: Expensive• Italian• Lexington
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4.7

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38 restaurants available nearby

1. Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse - Lexington

2. ItalX

3. Carson's on Main

4. Dudley's on Short

5. Blue Heron Steakhouse

6. Granddam

7. Coles 735 Main

8. Distilled on Jefferson

9. OBC Kitchen

10. Lockbox at 21c Hotel

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