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Distilled on Jefferson is a premier Southern restaurant (US) in the heart of Lexington, KY. Located at 157 Jefferson St, our establishment offers a unique blend of traditional Southern cuisine and modern twists in a cozy, upscale atmosphere. As a bar and restaurant, we provide an extensive selection of craft cocktails and an expertly curated menu that showcases the best of Southern flavors. From classic comfort food to innovative dishes, our chefs use only the freshest ingredients to create an unforgettable dining experience. Whether you're in the mood for a casual night out or a special occasion, Distilled on Jefferson is the perfect destination. Join us for a taste of the South in Lexington's vibrant downtown area.

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J Goose
J Goose -Google user
3 months ago
Great all-around experience. Great food, great service, and great atmosphere. We had the Brussels and pork belly appetizer. Delicious! The drinks were on point, the entrees were amazing. Our waiter was very conscientious of our food allergies and even recommended an alternative to one item...Read More
Josh Richardson
Josh Richardson -Google user
4 months ago
What a great experience here at Distilled! Kaylee was a fantastic server. (I hope I spelled it correctly.) It's such a cozy little place with absolutely wonderful food and service. I had reservations for my wife and I as a surprise birthday dinner date for her. We got seated...Read More
Robert & Kimberly Yarnall
Robert & Kimberly Yarnall -Google user
6 months ago
Remarkable dinner and excellent service provided by Patrick. If you are in Lexington, KY we would definitely recommend. The Dark Manhattan and Old Fashioned were delightful and The filet mignon tartine, crab soup with caviar, Verlasso salmon and crab ravioli were all incredible....Read More
Joe Di Meglio
Joe Di Meglio -Google user
3 months ago
If you are in Lexington, you must visit Distilled on Jefferson. Excellent food, service, and atmosphere. I ordered the Berkshire Pork Chop, which was absolutely amazing. My wife had the butternut squash ravioli, which was also amazing. The Black Manhattan and Old Fashioned were...Read More
Raj Sheth
Raj Sheth -Google user
4 weeks ago
Came here for dinner - it is a very home-y spot. Atleast the section I was sitting in. There are multiple sections and seemingly and a covered patio. The service was attentive and well timed. I got oysters, a salad, and a steak. The oysters were mediocre -...Read More
Alexandria Rice
Alexandria Rice -Google user
6 months ago
Food was great! Not my first time here but brought a group who hadn’t been and everyone had an amazing experience. The burrata salad was SO good. Service Dine in Meal type Dinner Price per person $50–100 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5 Recommended dishes Salad, She Crab Soup, Goat Cheese Ravioli
evan sullivan
evan sullivan -Google user
2 weeks ago
Great atmosphere and service. Our waitress was attentive and met all our needs. Cocktails were great, i had the old fashioned and wife have the hibiscus drink, both were great respectively. The food was pretty good for what it was. I ordered a 14oz ribeye...Read More
Neil Lichtman
Neil Lichtman -Google user
4 months ago
Distilled is a gem. From the moment we walked in, we were greeted with a smile like we were family. We cannot say enough good comments about Padgett, our server. His recommendations were perfect. Started with Black Manhattan and Vanilla old...Read More
Austin Zulauf
Austin Zulauf -Google user
2 weeks ago
This is one of the best date night spots in Lexington, for sure! The food is great, service is great, drinks are incredible and the ambience is top-notch! Highly recommended Service Dine in Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5
Aimee Fried-Hardy
Aimee Fried-Hardy -Google user
5 months ago
Distilled on Jefferson is in a really cute building and the atmosphere is great! It is casual enough for a weeknight dinner, but also fancy enough for a special occasion. The food that my husband got was excellent and he raved about it - even...Read More

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Highlights

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Accessibility

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Atmosphere

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Crowd

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Planning

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