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Granddam, Lexington, KY

Granddam

4.6
4.6
313 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
19:00
Booked 33 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Innovative
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.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Regional American (Contemporary Southern), Wine Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Bar Daily 07:00–23:00 Brunch Sat, Sun 09:00–13:30 Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00–15:00 Dinner Daily 17:00–22:00
  • Phone number
    (859) 785-3900
  • Website
    https://granddamky.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Paula Endura
  • Location
    941 Manchester St, Lexington, KY 40508-2419
  • Area
    Lexington
  • Cross Street
    Manchester St.
  • Parking details
    Hotel Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

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What 313 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Lexington

    Innovative

  • Lexington

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Granddam, nestled in the stunning Manchester Hotel, delivers "exceptional food and service" with a creative menu that delights. The atmosphere is "elegant and timeless," perfect for special occasions. While some guests noted noise levels and pricing as concerns, the "fantastic" service and unforgettable dining experiences make it a Lexington gem.

313 Reviews

  1. sarah

    VIP

    Cincinnati

    22 reviews

    3.0

    22 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    Server was good but it was very dead for a Saturday brunch, extremely over priced and the menu was almost trying to hard to be different yet didn’t offer many vegetarian options or really many options at all

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  2. Rebecca

    Louisville

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Delicious and inventive food. This will be my new special occasion restaurant! The only negative was the loud fellow diners early in the evening. It was nice after they left. The singer in the bar was also a little loud. We will be careful to book our reservation on a week night instead of a weekend next time.

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  3. Mike

    VIP

    Washington DC

    34 reviews

    5.0

    34 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a wonderful location! The hotel is beautifully decorated, and warmly welcoming. The kitchen is doing a great job.

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  4. David

    VIP

    Louisville

    26 reviews

    4.0

    26 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our group ordered the Fried Chicken, Lamb Wellington, New York Strip and Ham dish that I cannot remember the name of. All were excellent except for the Lamb Wellington. Super gamey. Couldn’t eat it. I’ve had lamb before and it didn’t taste like that. May have been a bad batch. Not sure. Drinks were excellent. Group had the Bartender Old Fashioned and Vodka Lemonade. The Lemonade was so good you couldn’t taste any vodka. Could be dangerous drink.

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  5. Jane Lee

    Louisville

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent meal. We loved our time at Granddam. Great service.

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  6. Jack

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service and food was excellent! We had a wonderful evening!

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  7. Heather

    Louisville

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely fantastic! Service was fantastic, the food was to die for! Can’t wait to try more of the menu next time

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  8. Rick

    Louisville

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My wife and I had a lovely pre-Christmas dinner of duck and tri-tips with some delicious candied yams. We each had a signature cocktail that paired very well with the food. Service was very good, and the ambience was nice. Two entrees with sides and three cocktails came to around $160, which is about what you should expect for an elevated dining experience such as this.

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  9. Jake

    VIP

    Las Vegas

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 21 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and drinks. Wait staff was excellent. Repeat customer

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  10. angel

    Louisville

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 21 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    a wonderful afternoon for us--thank you so much for your hospitality! angel and gwynellen

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2 people
19:00
Booked 33 times today
Google Map for Granddam

941 Manchester St, Lexington, KY 40508-2419

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Manchester St.
  • Area
    Lexington
  • Hours of Operation
    Bar Daily 07:00–23:00 Brunch Sat, Sun 09:00–13:30 Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00–15:00 Dinner Daily 17:00–22:00
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Regional American (Contemporary Southern), Wine Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Hotel Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Paula Endura
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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