OBC Kitchen

OBC Kitchen is an absolute 10/10 recommendation for brunch in Lexington, KY! Everything about our experience was truly exceptional, making it a place we'll be rushing back to. A huge shout-out to our server, Jacob S, who provided great service and made our visit even better. We were impressed by the savory main dishes. The Chicken and Biscuits were perfectly executed—tender chicken atop fluffy, buttery biscuits that were pure comfort food. Likewise, the Turkey Avocado Everything Bagel was fresh, flavorful, and hearty enough to kickstart the day. The beverage menu was equally stellar. My girlfriend loved her refreshing Mimosa, but the star of the show was my cocktail: the Smoke and a Pancake. This drink was truly phenomenal. It wasn't just a delight to taste, but the incredible smoky, rich aroma elevated the entire experience into a multi-sensory treat. If you’re looking for high-quality food, great cocktails, and an amazing atmosphere, look no further than OBC Kitchen.

First thing first, our server Shelby was AMAZING! She was attentive, knew her bourbon and the food, patience and engaging! Over 800 bourbon selections, Star Wars themed cocktails, top shelf bourbon (we had the Willet 6yr Lion bourbon, was top notch, $20/oz), and food was excellent in both tastes and presentations. Highly recommend this place if you visit Lexington...especially the Bacon in the Glass. We shared one appetizer, two meals and 3 sides between the 4 of us. We were full and still had leftover. With taxes and tips and all of the food, was about $50/person. Reasonable for fine dining. Appetizer- Bacon In The Glass Entrees - Shrimp Gnocchi and Parmesan Chicken Caprese Sides - Crispy Fingerling Potatoes, Wild Mushrooms Risotto, and Truffle Mac n Cheese Cocktails - Balance To The Force, Jedi Mind Trick, and Jar Jar's Jam Session. Funniest and the coolest drink was "Even The Youngling" lol

I had a fantastic time at OBC Kitchen. The halibut was pure perfection — flaky, flavorful, and resting on a heavenly crab hash with a sauce that tasted like silky corn pudding. The beet salad was phenomenal — vibrant, balanced, and beautifully plated. Don’t even get me started on the bread… warm, fluffy, and absolutely to die for! We also shared fingerling potatoes, and my friend loved their crinkle-cut fries and salad. The mocktails were fresh, creative, and full of flavor. From start to finish, everything was executed flawlessly. The chef here is a true visionary. I can’t wait to go back — next time, I’m saving room for dessert!

Excellent place. Atmosphere, service and the food. The atmosphere is a more of a fancier setting and would be perfect for a date as its lighting is dimmer which makes it more engaging overall. Next is the service. Trevor was the guy who waited on me and his service was top notch and he was very freindly, attentive and helpful when I was navigating through the tablet menu. Really great guy overall. Lastly the food. This place is more expensive so keep that in mind, but the food was all excellent and perfectly prepared, cooked and even in presentation. I had the Wagyu Meatballs as an appetizer, a Whiskey Sour drink, the Steak and Cake (petite) Entrée, an additional side of the wild mushroom risotto and the Churro Cheesecake to go which I took a bite when I got back in my hotel room and it was delicious. Everything was great. I'll definitely come back here when I'm in the area

A gastro pub with solid interior wooden decor, intimate lounge-like lighting, a fairly Bourbon-knowledgeable staff, innovative tablet drink/cocktail menu, and exorbitant selection of over 600 whiskeys/Bourbons/liquors. Today I tried the macaroni & cheese ($11), followed by the wonderful Cola-braised short ribs ($29, with cheese grits, wilted greens, applewood smoked bacon, cider-honey vinaigrette, natural jus). Tenderness exuded through the meat, with ample flavor and fat. The salad greens were amazingly filling, tasty. Pairing with the meal was a neat Buzzard's Roost 5-yr toasted Bourbon ($22 for 2 ounces). Very impressed by the nose, mouthfeel on that. Would gladly recommend the experience to any visitor of Lexington!

On a Saturday afternoon after a trip to Sam’s Club, the Fat Man and his wife headed down Tates Creek Road to OBC Kitchen (Old Bourbon County Kitchen) for an early dinner. OBC is a stylish restaurant offering updated Southern fare, craft beer & an extensive bourbon list. We started with the Bacon in a Glass appetizer. The Bacon was thick-cut and cooked to a salty, crunchy, chewy, fatty texture, and the brown sugar amplified the flavor. The peanut butter sauce adds a creaminess to cut through the saltiness, while not adding extra sweetness. We also sampled the Fried Green Tomatoes. The tomatoes were thick-cut, and the breading was cooked perfectly with a great crunch. The bacon jam offered both a sweet and a heat to the dish, which cut through the herb cheese. The heat lingers and builds the flavor while the cheese gives the dish a creamy, cooling, and flavorful component. The addition of the candied Bacon adds even more flavor. We split the Cola-Braised Short Ribs and added the roasted glazed Brussels sprouts. The grits had a grainy texture, were not as cheesy as I expected, and lacked seasoning. The greens were crunchy and had a nice apple cider vinegar taste, but they were more like a salad than I expected. I thought they would be southern-style greens. The short rib was dry and lacked seasoning, although the slaw gave it texture and a crunch. The Brussels sprouts were bitter and overcooked while flirting with a burnt flavor. Although not pictured, they served salt rolls to start the meal, and they were excellent. OBC serves a menu with starters, salads, entrees, sides, and desserts that they source from many local farms. They have a full menu, seasonally rotating drink menus, and an extensive bourbon selection. The Fat Man says that OBC Kitchen is Fat Man Approved with 1 chin.

Went to finally check out OBC during Lexington Restaurant Week and it did not disappoint! We split all of the courses in order to both enjoy a lot of flavor options. Started with Sweet Corn Dip and Tortilla chips along with the Barbecue Shrimp both being a perfect start to our main course and of course a couple of Dinner rolls warm with possibly Parmesan cheese on them and these were also served while we were waiting for our meals. Then we moved into the Manhattan Steak and Fingerling Potatoes along with Buttermilk Biscuits with Fried chicken and Hot Honey making it into a sandwich. Both of these were also exceptional. Our ending was Cinnamon Donuts and a couple of dipping options (caramel and raspberry sauce) and London Fog Pie A la Mode. Overall this was a fantastic meal!

It is in a strip mall, but the inside feels very comfortable and trendy. Our server was on point. Definitely an excellent server. I had The barbecue shrimp for an appetizer. I tried the wildfire. Margarita, it was extremely fruity and more of a girl drink. For my entrée. I had fried chicken it came with like a honey hot sauce. I get the place four stars because it’s really not anything special. It’s just a place that gets the job done. I can’t remember what the name of the dessert was, but it was basically a giant macaroon.

It's the best restaurant in Lexington for brunch! Hands down. It's great for lunch and dinner as well, but it thrives on brunch cuisine! You'll love it. Very rustic, old world masculine yet refined interior. Very unique.

OBC Kitchen in Lexington is a masterclass in culinary excellence with a delightful Kentucky twist. From the moment you step in, the ambiance strikes a perfect balance between rustic charm and modern elegance. The menu is a testament to creative Southern cuisine, offering dishes that are both innovative and deeply rooted in local tradition. The standout feature, however, is the bourbon selection--easily the best in town. With an impressive array of rare and exclusive bourbons, OBC Kitchen caters to both seasoned connoisseurs and curious newcomers. The knowledgeable staff are always on hand to guide you through their extensive offerings, ensuring a memorable experience. In summary, OBC Kitchen is a must-visit for anyone in Lexington. It delivers an exceptional dining experience that celebrates the best of Kentucky.

Service was excellent. Pimento Cheese App was excellent Wagu Meatballs were ok sauce was very bland. 2 of us had the short ribs both us of us felt it was dry and overcooked. Grits were delish. Scallops Risotto and Shrimp and Grits were very good.

Having never been to Lexington before we Googled a spot for dinner. This restaurant was checking all of the boxes, great food, nice atmosphere and phenomenal service. I have to say we are picky with regard to food and everything was great from the apps, to the entrees. Everything came out quickly and to the "T". Our server, Spencer, who we found out was a trainee was fantastic, personable, engaging and knowledgeable of the bar and food menu. Highly Recommended!

Service is OUTSTANDING. Food is delicious. My potatoes were a bit over cooked but the service was so good I gave it a pass. Coffee is Folgers. You are treated so well here. Definitely returning to try their dinner menu. Prices are reasonable for brunch. I left a nice tip and everything came to $36. They hooked me up with gigantic to go coffee as well. Place is gorgeous and cozy.

Some of the best food, drinks, and service in Lexington! I love the bone-in fried chicken and the shrimp and grits!

Tried OBC for the first time on Memorial Day weekend. They say us outdoor by the duck pond within 10 minutes. There is plenty of shaded as well as seating in the sunlight. I would love to come back at night with the moonlight on the lake :) Our service was quick and friendly drinks and food were delicious. Will be back

OBC kitchen makes you feel like you're at a Michelin star restaurant. The service is always phenomenal and it's almost as if they anticipate your needs before you even think of it yourself. The food is always so tasty. The appetizers are a great way to kick off the meal. You can't go wrong with the Bacon in a Glass or the Fried Green tomatoes. The bacon has that sweet but salty pairing and the fried green tomatoes have that crispy crunch with the whipped herb chèvre is perfect. The patio is perfect when the weather is nice and the bar inside is very unique. They have an iPad that has photos of all the dishes they provide with very table. Such a great touch! Definitely a Lexington staple for special events or a night out!

We were already sold when we saw the bourbon selection and bacon in a glass. And those lived up to everything we expected. Service was great throughout the meal. We sat down immediately upon arrival with a reservation. The added bonus was that every dish we chose was exceptional. I had the scallops and mushroom risotto. My wife had the fried chicken. All very good. I will definitely re-visit when I am back in Lexington to work my way through the rotating menu.

We came here for dinner on a weeknight and the place was very busy! We loved the dark library-esque vibes. Drink: Better In than Out- well balanced cocktail! They have an excellent selection of Bourbons, including bourbon flights. They are living up to their Old Bourbon Country name. We ordered the Short Rib with cheesy grits which came with a yummy salad. The short rib was tender and paired well with the savoury grits. Shrimp Gnocchi with sauteed spinach. The shrimp was nicely cooked and went really well with the gnocchi. It was a tad greasy for my taste, but to be fair- it was described as a butter sauce.

A must visit for any foodie visiting Lexington! This is one of my favorite places because the food, the staff, and the vibe are always rocking! The drinks are fantastic! Try the bacon appetizer!

I've visited this place multiple times and have always had a fantastic experience. Every cocktail I've tried has been excellent, and every dish has been delicious. I often frequent this place, bringing along my family and friends.

Yelp for the win. I consulted my bourbon loving friends about where to go in Lexington. Elijah Craig, Mr. Woodford, Old Grand Dad, Pappy Van. All recommended OBC. We sat at the bar which is backed by literally hundreds of bourbons. How to choose? Our bartender had some ideas and set us up with some specialty cocktails. The decor is dark, wood, clubby. The food menu is chef'y southern; fried chicken, grits. Finished the meal with a sweet "dessert" bourbon. Who knew? Recommend.

I just wanted to add more photos of the incredible food! I don't even like tomatoes but the fried green tomatoes were so good! Friend green tomatoes 9/10 Buttermilk donuts 8.5/10

Most wonderful eating experience. The cocktails are plentiful and incredibly creative!!! Went for appetizers as the reservations for dinner were full. I had the tacos, brussel sprouts, and meatballs. The flavor and texture for each dish was exquisite and so well balanced. The bread under the meatballs made these stand out a bit (even though meatballs aren't my preference the flavour was on par and I can recommend). The tacos were out of this world - one of the best meals I've eaten in my life. There was cream, crunch, softness, there was everything. What an excellent experience! The brussel sprouts were like many I've had before at comparable restaurants and hit the flavor and texture mark. The bread that came out before the meal was less impressive to me, especially considering how excellent the other dishes were. Very clean, wonderfully warm ambience, lovely employees, and great service. I do find the experience of the menus to be odd, but that wouldn't ever hinder me from returning. You need to eat here.

I just found a reason to move to Lexington Kentucky, OBC Kitchen. I could be here for a few months to try every item on their menu, perhaps a couple of years to taste every bourbon and whiskey. I have not smiled or laughed while enjoying a meal in a long time, this is according to my husband, who had a kick at noticing me having pleasure. The service was superb. Julian, our server was phenomenal, knowledgeable, professional, friendly, good manners, attentive and tuned into our needs, patient and calm, and attention to detail. The Seared scallops were perfect, salty-sweet flavor, firm and tender texture, and creamy buttery taste. Served over mushroom nutty, earthy rich creamy risotto. Excellent!! One of the best delightful combinations of buttery thick creamy grits topped with flavorful seared shrimp. Grateful my husband is always willing to share. My friend enjoyed her choice of pork tenderloin over brie. We all over-indulged on the Warm Buttermilk Donuts and 3 sinful yummy sauces. I abandoned myself in several libations. the Old Fashions flight was a delightful surprising treat and enjoyed their version of Boulevardier, one of my favorite cocktails. This is a must-try spot in Lexington. BTW, be aware that the reservation process was not the best. We called several times trying to get our preferred time 6:30 pm. First, we were told that there was nothing available until 7:30 pm, so we took that reservation. Called, later on, we were able to move it to 7:15. We show up at 7:00 and we were seated right away - gratitude. There was plenty of empty tables and room at the bar.

We were there to celebrate a special occasion and the wait staff and food made it even more special! The portions of food were good sized and quite delicious! Our waiter was friendly and went above his duties to assure us of a memorable meal and evening

OBC Kitchen is probably my favorite restaurant in all of Kentucky. When you walk in, you are immediately greeted with southern hospitality. At night, the bottles on the bar illuminate beautifully. The restaurant was full, tables were reasonably spread out, the seats were comfortable, and acoustics were good. Everything we ordered was incredibly delicious. I love that they have a tablet with pictures of all of the menu items as I am very visual. Food highlights included candied bacon with peanut butter and shrimp and grits. All of the cocktails were delightfully creative. I always enjoy sampling a variety of foods and drinks, so the Virgin v2 bourbon flight was a perfect sampling of bourbon!

Amazing food. Fantastic service. Incredible whisky selection. Great vibe. Absolutely one of my favourite spots when visiting Lexington.

The pork belly tacos here were some of the best tacos I've ever had. The Mac and cheese was pretty boring, but fine. The Brussels sprouts were decent, but a bit too chewy. The prices are on the high side, though they do seem to get a lot of stuff from local farms which is always good. The service was good. The location is in a highly car-dependent area which isn't very nice, but not the worst location ever.

OBC= OMG so great, all around- drink, food, vibe, and our bartender Hakeem was the very best!! We shared some appetizers - roasted potatoes, cornbread, beet salad, then chased with some excellent craft cocktails, and then probably one of the very best slices of cheesecake I've ever had!! The vibe was jammin but very friendly. Lots of outdoor parking but my guess is you'll need an Uber- you don't want to skip on the cocktails!

The restaurant is beautiful and the service was good. I enjoyed the food, but the gnocchi wasn't as flavorful as I'd hoped.

Just overall an exceptional experience from the vibe to the bar to the drinks and food. Highly recommend. Cocktails were awesome and food delicious

I had a wonderful meal here in March! I came here with a client for dinner, and was blown away by how delicious the food was, the excellent service, and my awesome old fashioned! I still remember the short rib - so, so good! Definitely check this spot out if you're looking for great food in Lexington!

Love this place and the food! It's always a date night win for us. We always get good service but making a reservation is definitely a must if you don't want a long wait on the weekend. That should tell you something about a restaurant when you have a long wait!

Everything I've had at OBC is absolutely excellent. I've been here a few times for drinks, dinner, and most recently brunch. Each time was a spectacular experience! The lighting is dim and the ambiance is cozy and elevated. The space is not huge, which makes it feel exclusive. For brunch, as soon as you sit down, you're served with a basket of warm rolls and biscuits with butter and jam. My group had the short rib hash, shrimp and grits, steak and eggs -- all were decadent and every last bite was savored. To top it off, the warm buttermilk donuts were perfect for sharing and satisfied our sweet tooth. They are only open for dinner on weekdays and extended hours on weekends. Be sure to make a reservation if you want to secure a table for this wonderful culinary experience.

Beautiful place with great food and drinks. Highly recommend these fast and friendly staff. Best night out in months.

My husband has eaten here a couple of times on his way to/from visiting family. Located in Lexington,Kentucky. Bourbon and food is the focus here. We had a reservation for 7:30. We were greeted by Connor and water was poured. He explained the tablet menu situation. We then waited and finally flagged another waiter to place drinks and appetizer. To this server's credit he did not reply, "this is not my table or let me get your server." Appetizer of pimento cheese and bacon with crostinis arrived well in advance of our drinks. This was delicious. When the appetizer was brought to the table, no plates were offered. We had to stop another person to get those. Our drinks showed up after a few more minutes. They were good but the garnish in the small glass was clunky. Way too big. Our used dishes from the first course sat even after a runner set the table near us and our server walked by. We placed our entrees of fried chicken( they ran out of mashed potatoes so Brussel sprouts were offered) and beef short ribs with cheesy grits. We both enjoyed our entrees. The short ribs could have been hotter. Fried chicken was devoured. Overall a few missteps, perhaps an opportunity for some coaching.

I love this place. And I will continue to go there over and over. Is it possible to just review a single dish? I was not a big fan of the shrimp gnocchi and spinach. Take out the spinach and you've got a great dish. Pair with something else and you've got something even better. But I always love the food and the service here. It's better than almost anything else in Lexington!

We had the Burrata tomato salad with fresh watermelon for our appetizer. Steak and cake for one entree and the ribs for the other. We also ordered the Mexican street corn. The food was delicious. It was all very good. Jacob was our server and he was attentive and offered great drink suggestions. We were tucked away in the corner and it felt like we had the place to ourselves. Highly recommend

First off Spencer our waiter was magnificent and such a great knowledge of the menu and helped us pick exactly what to get. The shrimp and grits by far are the quality as if you are in Nola. The jalapeño cornbread amazing. The cocktail and mock tail was delicious. Wish we had a restaurant this excellent in Nashville. There bourbon list was EXTENSIVE if you love that too. The manager was so kind to check in and talk with this us about what we should order next! Can't wait to come back!!!

I was able to get a same day reservation for 5 people. Don't pass this place up! Go now! The service was great for a busy night with several large parties. Our waiter even had two different people come to our table to talk about the bourbon options and help create different flights for those in my group. I got the whiskey sour and it was easily the best whiskey sour I've ever had. The star of the show to me was the fried green tomatoes though. The bacon jam, the cheese, the thick fried green tomato, all perfection. I will be thinking about these fried green tomatoes for a long time. I also got the Chicken in County Biscuits, it was good, it didn't need the top biscuit and could use a little more hot pepper honey, imo. My group had the short ribs, catfish, shrimp & grits and everyone walked away soo happy! Next time I'm in the Lexington area, I will be back!

Great food. Friendly staff. Good vibes, free photos on Saturdays!!! Breadsticks are fire

This was our 2nd visit and it didn't disappoint. We used open table to book our reservations( It worked great) We had candied bacon for appetizers. Cola Glazed short ribs & Shrimp n grits. We had no room left for desert... Great visit, Service was top notch

Fantastic restaurant/bourbon bar in south Lexington. Food was very good (had a delicious steak) and the bourbon selection was far better. Prices were a bit varied but the options made finding something quite easy, with some of their barrel picks being great bang for the buck choices. Appreciated the tablet menu which appeared to be 90%+ accurate in terms of what was available. Service was very friendly and prompt. Kicker was probably the fact that they sold their barrel picks to go at reasonable retail prices. Highly recommend for anyone who is looking for a bourbon bar with great food. Will definitely be back in the future.

I tried out OBC's brunch and it was excellent! The menu had so many good options that it was hard to decide what to order, but I ended up with the Breakfast Sandwich. I was not disappointed. It was so delicious! The breakfast potatoes that came with it were also good. Our server also brought some biscuits which were yummy.

We stopped in for lunch after church. The brunch menu had great variety. We had a tough time deciding on what to order because it all sounded good. They provide a tablet so you can see a picture of each menu item which was very helpful. My wife ended up with the everything bagel and I got the crème brûlée French toast. Both were amazing! The biscuits that they brought at the beginning of the meal were exceptional as well. You will not be disappointed if you give it a try. We will be back.

Great little steakhouse in a strip next to another great little steakhouse. Nice selection of bourbon. Quality cocktails. Steaks cooked perfectly. Honestly, it's a cocktail bar that serves pretty good steaks as a side gig. Attentive service. Bartenders are geniuses. Classy vibe. Except for the tablets as menus. Not my jam. Kind of a turn off. I don't go to a nice restaurant to stare at a screen.

From the door greeting to the completion of dinner this was an excellent dining experience. The food was amazing and we loved the option to view a picture of every menu item before ordering. Highly recommend trying.

Delicious. Service great. Food was fresh and hot. The breakfast Reuben bowl with sourdough toast was so good. Cute spot and smelling the baking bread as you first walk in alone is worth the visit.

Very cool place in lex low lkey next to Drakes and Malones. Definitely love the Manhattan Ezra's 7 year barreled. Greatvoalce to visit

This is absolutely delicious. When a restaurant has a good following on a Monday night, you know you are in the right spot. Excellent service and the food is so flavorful, fresh and memorable! I will be back next time I am in Lexington

Loved feeling like an absolute princess here!!! My only suggestion is a bigger vegetarian option besides salads :). Lemon drop martini has my heart! Our waiter was so good and attentive. Love this place!

If you're looking for elevated American dining then OBC Kitchen is where you should go! Our server, Nick, was very welcoming and funny - he gave really great recommendations as well like the super smash bros cocktail and the fried green tomatoes appetizer! I'm not sure how long this theme of cocktails will be going because he said it changes every few months but I recommend you go soon to try any of their video game themed cocktails! Also, our food in general was delicious and super filling - we of course had to try the bacon in a cup and it did not disappoint! This is a super cool spot and I look forward to bringing my family here when the come to visit!

Food came out within 5 minutes after being ordered, big red flag to me, and yet fried chicken was over cooked and stringy and tough. I think this is a crime in Kentucky to do such a poor job on fried chicken, either do it great or take it off the menu. It was not great but at least it was a tiny portion so you didn't gave to eat a lot if it. Everything was pricey, I would avoid this place. I guess it is just for bourbon drinkers. Brussels sprouts were ok but no saltiness to offset the sweet. I didn't want to order dessert due to the fact that everything I had up until now was poorly done, why pay for more disappointment.

The ambiance is amazing! The menu is too. The bacon appetizer was one of our favorites! One of the most extensive bar menus I've ever seen-as you can tell from the pictures of the bar. The steaks were all cooked perfectly. And the service was excellent! You will love the entire experience. Give this place a try! You won't regret it.

Wow! Me and my fiancé came for brunch and we did not expect how great of an experience we had! We both got the $10 smoked Bloody Mary and let me tell you it was phenomenal! Service was phenomenal and the bartenders were very attentive and efficient. The bourbon selection is impeccable. We ordered the fried green tomatoes with the herb goat cheese and bacon jam and that blew me away how great it was!! My second favorite were the Crème Brûlée French toast with the vanilla whip cream and whisky butter Do yourself a favor and go to brunch here!

In town for the weekend and made reservations based off awesome reviews... SO HAPPY I did. I would drive 5 hours just to eat here again! We had Friday dinner reservations, loved it so much, booked reservations for Sunday brunch! Service was incredible- shout out to Chris & Martha, made the experience even better. Food: they bring ya fresh bread & butter at dinner, biscuits butter & jam at brunch! We had the fried green tomatoes appetizer both visits, it sings flavors in your mouth (cheese, bacon jam, so freakin good). You have to get the fried green tomatoes if you come!!! For mains at dinner we had cola braised short ribs that came with cheesy grits and the tomato burrata cheese salad. Cocktails were top notch and the vibe of the overall bar is great. Brunch: BLOODY MARYS! Came out with a show! They are smokey and a meal in itself. Crab cake Benedict & mom got the classic American breakfast but it was delish. I can't rave enough about this place and if I ever am in Lexington again, I know where to go. Book your reservations ASAP!!!

We made a reservation for brunch when they opened at 10 AM. Trevor was our waiter. He was patient and attentive. Even after the restaurant became crowded his responsiveness didn't change. Food was excellent. Music wasn't too loud like some restaurants. We could speak normally across the table. The lightening was dimly lit and ambient. We will visit OBC kitchen again.

Great bourbon selection. This place also has an awesome brunch. We are a big fan of all the appetizers. Perfect for date night.