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Haywood's, Lexington, VA

Haywood's

4.3
4.3
712 Reviews
$30 and under
Contemporary American

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2 people
19:00
Booked 6 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming


Haywood’s offers a casual, lively dining experience with locally sourced seasonal cuisine, full bar, live piano jazz Friday and Saturday evenings, and a jazz combo Sunday evenings. Named in memory of a man who liked to eat well, loved Dixieland, jazz and big swing music, never met a stranger, and never saw a piano bar he didn’t like, Haywood’s is a great place to gather with family and friends.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, American, Comfort Food
  • Hours of Operation
    Sun 11:00–13:00 Dinner Wed, Thu, Sun 17:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–22:00
  • Phone number
    (540) 463-2508
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    Haywoods is available for special occoaions for private event bayouts for the day or evening.
  • Area
    Lexington
  • Cross Street
    Washington St. and Main St.
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Entertainment
    Live piano music Thursday through Saturday, Jazz Night on Sunday
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 712 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 3.9Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Haywood's offers an exceptional dining experience with "top notch service," creative dishes, and a "perfect atmosphere." Guests enjoy a mix of delicious menu items like lamb and ribeye, complemented by live jazz and piano music. While some diners note minor service hiccups, the overall consensus praises "excellent food," attentive staff, and a cozy setting. Reservations are highly recommended for this popular Lexington spot.

712 Reviews
  1. James

    VIP

    Philadelphia

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on 5 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was great, ambience was great and our server friendly and efficient. There was no piano playing and so conversation was easy. We made a 40 minute drive to dine there and will do so again.

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  2. KevinM

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 24 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a great meal, in a nice environment and cool restaurant. The service was a little slow, but still polite. I would recommend it, but you need to make sure you have some extra time. 

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  3. Denise

    Richmond

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 17 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We enjoyed everything. Food, service, atmosphere, and talented piano player!

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  4. Chris

    Richmond

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 15 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service and great food! Highly recommend! Cozy atmosphere.

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  5. Kerri

    Richmond

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 10 November 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    We have visited Haywood's many times, and know that a reservation is a must. We arrived at our reservation time, but the host advised that our table was not ready, as the prior party was lingering. We sat at the bar waiting on our table. As the time passed, we received no update until half an hour past our seating time, saying that they were getting our table ready. Another 15 minutes passed before we were seated, and then it was another 15 before we were offered water. Our server took her time getting our orders and at the end of the meal we had to wait quite a while to get our check, although the restaurant had significantly emptied by then. On the plus side, our food came out quickly and was perfectly prepared and delicious. Other than the initial apology from the host, there were no other attempts made to rectify the situation. I understand that it's difficult to ask guests who overstay their welcome to leave, but also Haywood's reservation policy is clearly stated on the website, and I would've expected some level of expeditiousness or other apologetic actions given the restaurant's reputation as the top fine dining establishment in Lexington.
    Haywood'sResponded on 2 December 2024
    Thank you for taking the time to write your review. We do value your opinion and take these comments to heart to help improve our guests experience. Apologies' for the lack of attentiveness to your situation and we will strive to be aware of any inconvenience to our guests and try to make adjustments to accommodate guests needs. Stephanie Ring Manager

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  6. Gail

    Richmond

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on 7 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We enjoyed a delicious dinner at Heywoods recently. Our server, Taylor, was terrific. Very personable and attentive. The menu is very small but seems to be carefully curated to have something for everyone, and the bartender, who made me a mojito mock tail, was excellent! All of the waitstaff was attentive. The atmosphere is warm and cozy with a gorgeous coffered ceiling beautiful lit.

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  7. Kingsley

    Atlanta Metro

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 3 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great ! Keep it up !

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  8. Malcolm

    Richmond

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 3 November 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    My wife and I both had the Eggs Florentine. When it arrived, it was lukewarm at best, and the English muffins were soggy instead of being crisp. The taste was good and I’m sure it would’ve been fine if it had been served soon after it was plated. However, it appeared to me the restaurant was understaffed, and apparently our food had been sitting for a while before they brought it to us. My wife also had a bowl of berries and they were excellent.

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  9. Jeffery

    San Francisco

    11 reviews

    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on 20 October 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Perfect spot for a date night especially when they have the piano bar

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  10. Malcolm

    Richmond

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 20 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Bourbon French toast 4.5/4 (4.5/4 in other words, it was better than I expected.)  Our server was Taylor. She did an excellent job.

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FAQs

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Haywood's is rated 4.3 stars by 712 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 6 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Haywood's

2 North Main Street, Lexington, VA 24450

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Washington St. and Main St.
  • Area
    Lexington
  • Hours of Operation
    Sun 11:00–13:00 Dinner Wed, Thu, Sun 17:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–22:00
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, American, Comfort Food
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Entertainment
    Live piano music Thursday through Saturday, Jazz Night on Sunday
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (540) 463-2508
  • Private party facilities
    Haywoods is available for special occoaions for private event bayouts for the day or evening.
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