Jaggers
Opening 2025-07-01 Jaggers is a fast-casual restaurant created by the late Texas Roadhouse founder Kent Taylor in 2014. It is currently under construction in the Regency Centre shopping center at 2350 Norman Ln, Lexington, KY. This will be Jaggers’ fourth location in Kentucky, following three others in Louisville. The new restaurant will feature a drive-thru […]
Green River Tasting Room
Green River Distilling Co. is set to open a new tasting room in downtown Louisville on Whiskey Row. This venue will provide visitors with a unique experience to enjoy tastings of their bourbon whiskey. The distillery, already known for its extensive history and bourbon production facilities, will further enhance its footprint in Louisville. Although the […]
Sassy Bleu
Opening Early November 2024 Sassy Bleu is a new Southern comfort food restaurant that is set to open in early November 2024 in Lexington, KY. Owned by Sabrina Booker, who has 16 years of experience in the restaurant business, this establishment is located at the historic corner of High and Woodland. The menu promises a […]
The Passenger
The Passenger is a new bar being developed by the ownership group behind Darling’s, set to open in Shelby Park. The bar will occupy a building at 1217 Logan St., currently home to the Barefit Movement Co-op. The owners have plans to redevelop the entire property, introducing a new concept distinct from Darling’s. The name […]
Wow! DSN Breakfast Brunch and Lunch LLC
Opening 2024-11-01 Wow! DSN Breakfast Brunch and Lunch LLC is set to open a new cafe in Germantown, taking over the former Oak Street Food Mart. Scheduled to begin operations by early November 2024, the restaurant is designed to offer a variety of breakfast, lunch, and brunch options. The establishment will focus on traditional American […]
Parlour Pizza + Pints
Opening October 31, 2024 Parlour Pizza + Pints is set to open its first location outside of Louisville at 2099 Harrodsburg Road in Lexington, KY, at the end of October 2024. This marks a significant expansion for the locally owned pizza chain as it aims to tap into the Lexington market. The opening will showcase […]
Tijuana Flats
Opening 2024-11-15 Tijuana Flats, a Florida-based Tex-Mex chain known for its unique hot sauce offerings, is making its debut in Lexington, Kentucky. Set to open in mid-November 2024, this location marks the brand’s first foray into the Bluegrass state. Located just off Winchester Road near I-75 and the Hamburg shopping area, the restaurant will offer […]
Pints & Union Highlands
Opening November 28, 2024 Pints & Union Highlands is the new establishment opening at 1576 Bardstown Road in Louisville, taking over the beloved space that previously housed Against the Grain Public House. Joe Phillips, the owner, brings his vision of a neighborhood pub, inspired by his heritage and previous experiences. With renovations underway, the pub […]
Newk’s Eatery
Opening 2026 Newk’s Eatery, a popular Southern fast-casual restaurant that previously operated in Lexington from 2014 to 2022, is making a comeback. The restaurant chain plans to open three to five locations in the Lexington/Central Kentucky area by 2026. CEO Frank Paci has stated that they are actively looking for franchise partners and favorable locations […]
PARLOUR Pizza + Pints
Opening October 28, 2024 PARLOUR Pizza + Pints is set to open its first Lexington location on Harrodsburg Road on October 28, 2024. The restaurant will feature a spacious layout of over 7,000 square feet along with a covered patio and a distinctive ‘Big Blue’ lounge area showcasing local artists’ artwork. Known for its craft […]