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Sweet & Spicy Rib Entrée - Carson's at Andover, Lexington, KY

Carson's at Andover

4.8
4.8
876 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
19:00
Booked 151 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for brunch
  • Charming
"Carson's at Andover" is "Carson's Food & Drink's" second location. Featuring new and exciting chef-driven recipes and cocktails that combine rustic refinement with classic Kentucky elegance in a casual, yet comfortable atmosphere. "Carson's on Main" is a 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!

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Steak, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 11:30–22:00 Fri, Sat 10:00–23:00 Sun 10:00–22:00 Brunch Fri–Sun 10:00–14:00
  • Phone number
    (859) 309-3039
  • Website
    https://www.carsonsfoodanddrink.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    "Carson's at Andover" is home to "Events at the Hudson", a private event space perfect for weddings, rehearsal dinners, private events, business lunches/dinners, and much more!Inquire today at: www.eventsatthehudson.com
  • Location
    3450 Todds Rd, Lexington, KY 40509-9494
  • Area
    Lexington
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

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What 876 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Central Kentucky

    Great for brunch

  • Central Kentucky

    American

  • Central Kentucky

    Most Booked

  • Lexington

    Great for brunch

  • Lexington

    Great for scenic views

  • Lexington

    American

  • Lexington

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Carson's at Andover offers an "exceptional meal" with a "welcoming atmosphere." The menu is diverse and "delicious," featuring expertly prepared dishes that cater to various tastes. The service is "attentive" and "friendly," enhancing the dining experience. While the noise level can be high, the overall experience remains "fabulous" and memorable.

876 Reviews

  1. jenny

    Louisville

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was lovely. The ahi tuna is always amazing!

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  2. Tim

    Western KY

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Great experience, good food, excellent service... the only reason for the lack of more stars is the noise level, which my understanding has improved but it's still a bit loud in the main dining area. My wife and I had to lean into each other quite a bit to have dinner conversation. Great place however, and I would definitely recommend...

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    Louisville

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We always enjoy our time at Carson’s. The food was amazing and we celebrated my birthday with our kids. The manager and server were amazing and treated us like family. It’s the only restaurant I’ll go out to in a snow storm.

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  4. Carol

    VIP

    Louisville

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food. Great drinks. Richard was a great server. Very attentive, and patient.

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  5. Pat

    VIP

    Louisville

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love this place. Food is great and moderately priced. Great atmosphere also.

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  6. Tracey

    VIP

    Louisville

    34 reviews

    5.0

    34 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love the Andover location plan on visiting often Ambiance and service were both superb

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  7. Marcus

    Cincinnati

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was great, but service was pretty not great. Several missteps, from sitting for an extended time after being seated, to ordering a mocktail and instead being served alcohol without realizing it, to salads not coming out. Our waitress was really nice and we liked her, but overall seems the management perhaps has some things to tighten up. Maybe give this one a little while to figure things out.

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  8. Mary

    Louisville

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great brunch with my friend today at Andover. Our server, Anna,was fabulous!!

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  9. Andrew

    VIP

    Portland

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Service was slow and forgetful. Food was average.

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  10. Maureen

    Louisville

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 3 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was delicious!!! Service was second to none!!! Great experience 💗

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Carson's at Andover is rated 4.8 stars by 876 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 151 times today
Google Map for Carson's at Andover

3450 Todds Rd, Lexington, KY 40509-9494

Additional information

  • Area
    Lexington
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 11:30–22:00 Fri, Sat 10:00–23:00 Sun 10:00–22:00 Brunch Fri–Sun 10:00–14:00
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Steak, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    https://www.carsonsfoodanddrink.com/
  • Phone number
    (859) 309-3039
  • Private party facilities
    "Carson's at Andover" is home to "Events at the Hudson", a private event space perfect for weddings, rehearsal dinners, private events, business lunches/dinners, and much more!Inquire today at: www.eventsatthehudson.com
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