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The Rackhouse Tavern, Lexington, KY

The Rackhouse Tavern

4.5
4.5
345 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
19:00
Booked 20 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
Our restaurant is ideally situated along the famous Kentucky Bourbon Trail, inviting patrons to embark on a journey through the world of bourbon. The restaurant becomes a hub for bourbon enthusiasts, offering guided tastings, flights, and an extensive bourbon selection to satisfy the cravings of connoisseurs and beginners alike.

We take immense pride in crafting a menu that pays homage to southern culinary traditions. Dishes such as fried chicken, grits, biscuits and the famous Hot Brown transport diners to the heart of the South. Our chef, TJ Harville, blend flavors, spices, and ingredients, ensuring an authentic taste experience.

The restaurant offers various dining environments to cater to different moods and occasions. From a cozy bourbon lounge with a roaring fireplace to a lively outdoor patio for those warm Kentucky evenings, our venue adapts to your needs.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Regional American (Southern), Comfort Food
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 06:30–10:30 Sat, Sun 07:00–11:00 Brunch Sun 11:00–14:00 Lunch Mon–Sat 11:00–14:00 Dinner Daily 16:00–22:00 Bar Mon–Thu, Sun 16:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–23:00
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    TJ Harville
  • Area
    Lexington
  • Cross Street
    Mason Headley Road
  • Parking details
    We offer complimentary parking around our hotel.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Outdoor Firepit, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Easter Brunch at The Rackhouse Tavern

    Multiple dates available
    Join us on Sunday, April 20, 2025, for a delightful Easter Brunch featuring a variety of culinary stations and activities for the whole family. Guests can enjoy made-to-order omelets, expertly carved meats, fresh salads, and delectable desserts. Children will have fun at our cookie decoration station. The brunch is priced at $65 for adults, $25 for children over six, and free for children under six. We look forward to celebrating Easter with you and your family! Fried Chicken Carving Station Honey Ham Leg of Lamb Dijon Mustard Sauce Mint Sauce Lamb Jus Rolls Hot brown Casserole Scrambles Eggs Biscuits and Gravy Breakfast Potatoes Sausage Bacon Yogurt Parfait Grilled Asparagus Shrimp: Cocktail sauce, lemon wedge Omelet station Salad Station Assorted desert station: Banana pudding, Chocolate Cake, Italian Cream Cake, Pie, Angel Food Cake, Cut Fruit
    Easter Brunch at The Rackhouse Tavern photo
  • Monthly Bourbon Experience

    Multiple dates available
    Indulge in a night of rich flavors and camaraderie at our Monthly Bourbon Experience at The Rackhouse Tavern. Savor exquisite bourbons, share stories, and connect with fellow aficionados in a warm, inviting atmosphere. Each bourbon will have a signature flight special with a pairing dish created by Chef TJ. Don’t miss out on an evening of taste, tradition, and toast! Thanks to our partners: March- Jeptha Creed April: Castle and Key May: New Riff Distillery June: James E Pepper July: Willett Distillery August: Redwood Empire September: Four Roses October: Buffalo Trace November: Heavens Door December: Jefferson
    Monthly Bourbon Experience photo

What 345 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.1Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Rackhouse Tavern is a delightful dining destination acclaimed for its "wonderful food," "amazing service," and "beautiful ambiance." Guests rave about the "great bourbon selection" and "phenomenal cocktails." Live music adds to the charm, while standout dishes like the Cajun pasta and duck wings receive high praise. A must-visit for food and atmosphere lovers!
345 Reviews
  1. Dennis VIP

    Phoenix17 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    I realize this is a bourbon bar, but you need to have some decent wine. The only good one one the list was not available. Get something high quality as you have so much high quality bourbon. Vegetarian main course would be nice

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  2. Amy VIP

    Indiana3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a great time with a small family get together. Served was wonderful. Food great, ambiance was perfect. Definitely plan to come back!

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  3. CourtneyC

    San Antonio1 review

    3.0

    Dined on 8 March 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was not good. Everything else about the restaurant was great.
    The Rackhouse TavernResponded on 19 March 2025
    Thanks for the feedback, CourtneyC! We're glad to hear that you enjoyed the atmosphere and service at The Rackhouse Tavern. However, we're sorry to hear that our food didn't meet your expectations. We hope to have the opportunity to serve you again in the future.

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  4. Donna VIP

    Louisville8 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 2 March 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Although our service was excellent and food was good, I cannot give a top recommendation due to issues faced. There were open reservations at 2 pm and the restaurant closes at 2 pm. When I saw this I called the restaurant to ensure that we could enjoy a leisurely brunch at that time. I was put on hold and when he returned to the phone I was told there were no issues with reservation at 2 and could enjoy our brunch. Upon arriving to the restaurant we were the only diners there so i immediately knew something was off. Our server came to us with menus and told us the kitchen closes at 2. This was exactly why I called the day before to ask about the time of our reservation and was told all would be fine. Why would a restaurant take a reservation at 2 and the kitchen closes at 2?
    The Rackhouse TavernResponded on 19 March 2025
    Thanks for the review, Donna. We're glad to hear that you enjoyed the food and service at The Rackhouse Tavern. We apologize for the confusion regarding your reservation. We understand your frustration and assure you that we take reservations seriously. We hope to have the opportunity to serve you a leisurely brunch in the future.

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  5. Krista

    Louisville4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 1 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We came in to celebrate a birthday. Our waitress was wonderful and the food was amazing! Be sure to get dessert when you visit them! It is totally worth it!
    The Rackhouse TavernResponded on 19 March 2025
    Thank you for your positive review, Krista! We're thrilled to hear that you chose The Rackhouse Tavern to celebrate a birthday! It's wonderful to know that our waitress and food made your experience amazing! We look forward to welcoming you back soon.

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  6. Derek

    Louisville1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 15 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    we attended the valentines day special event and the menu was absolutely delicious, tj the executive chef is a mastermind
    The Rackhouse TavernResponded on 16 February 2025
    Thanks for the feedback, Derek! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the Valentine's Day special event at The Rackhouse Tavern. It's wonderful to know that our chef's creativity was to your liking. We noticed your rating on value and we appreciate your honesty. Looking forward to serving you again soon!

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  7. Gina VIP

    Louisville22 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 14 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Husband took me here for a Valentine’s Day evening. Wonderful food and acoustic music.
    The Rackhouse TavernResponded on 16 February 2025
    Thanks for visiting us, Gina! We're thrilled to hear that you and your husband enjoyed your Valentine’s Day dinner at The Rackhouse Tavern. It's wonderful to know that our food and service met your expectations. We're glad you enjoyed the acoustic music too! We strive to make every visit a special one and your feedback is a testament to our efforts. We look forward to serving you again soon. The Management Team

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  8. Ed

    Louisville5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 14 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent ambiance and very inviting. Great salmon, very attentive staff, and a nice worm fireplace to enjoy our coffee. Good bourbon too, Old Forester
    The Rackhouse TavernResponded on 16 February 2025
    Thanks for the feedback, Ed! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the ambiance at The Rackhouse Tavern. It's great to know that our salmon and attentive staff added to your experience. We strive to offer the best to our guests and your feedback helps us do just that. We look forward to serving you again soon!

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  9. brent VIP

    Louisville9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 8 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Andrea is the best!!! This place has great food and ambience!!!! What a Gem🥳
    The Rackhouse TavernResponded on 16 February 2025
    Thanks for visiting us, Brent! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your experience at The Rackhouse Tavern. It's wonderful to know that our food and ambiance met your expectations. Your kind words are greatly appreciated and we're looking forward to welcoming you back soon.

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  10. Rene

    Nashville7 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 25 January 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This restaurant has the greatest atmosphere. Food was very good. Deviled eggs and cornbread apps were delicious. The drinks were great and very much enjoyed our bourbon flights. Our server was outstanding. We were there on a UK college visit for my niece and our server was in her last semester there. Great live music too. I highly recommend
    The Rackhouse TavernResponded on 16 February 2025
    Thanks for visiting us, Rene! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the atmosphere at The Rackhouse Tavern and found our food to be very good. We're also glad that you had a positive experience with our server and that you felt the live music was enjoyable. Your kind words mean a lot to us and we look forward to welcoming you back on your next UK college visit.

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FAQs

The Rackhouse Tavern offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (859) 519-1329.

The Rackhouse Tavern is rated 4.5 stars by 345 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 20 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The Rackhouse Tavern

1375 S Broadway, Lexington, KY 40504-2703

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Mason Headley Road
  • Area
    Lexington
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 06:30–10:30 Sat, Sun 07:00–11:00 Brunch Sun 11:00–14:00 Lunch Mon–Sat 11:00–14:00 Dinner Daily 16:00–22:00 Bar Mon–Thu, Sun 16:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–23:00
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Regional American (Southern), Comfort Food
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    We offer complimentary parking around our hotel.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    TJ Harville
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Outdoor Firepit, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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