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Kentucky Fried Franklin
Blue Door Smokehouse is one of Kentucky Fried Franklin.

1. Blue Door Smokehouse

9.1
226 Walton Ave, Lexington, KY
BBQ Joint · 24 tips and reviews

JohnCarol N.JohnCarol Nelson: In an unpretentious aging little building with an obligatory blue door you will find what my wife and I think is the best brisket and nicest staff in town. If you love good beef...you're going to love

Red State BBQ is one of Kentucky Fried Franklin.

2. Red State BBQ

8.8
4020 Georgetown Rd, Lexington, KY
BBQ Joint · 26 tips and reviews

Jamie B.Jamie Burke: Brisket, smoked wings, brisket, beer cheese grits, did I mention the brisket?

Carson's Food & Drink is one of Kentucky Fried Franklin.

3. Carson's Food & Drink

9.0
362 E Main St, Lexington, KY
American Restaurant · 9 tips and reviews

Michael P.Michael Price: Excellent food! Great atmosphere. Service is unique and fun.

The Local Taco is one of Kentucky Fried Franklin.

4. The Local Taco

8.5
315 S Limestone (Maxwell St.), Lexington, KY
Taco Restaurant · 41 tips and reviews

SarahSarah: The tacos are good and fresh, margaritas are better. Good atmosphere to hang out (or watch sports if you're into that.)

Daily Offerings Coffee Roastery is one of Kentucky Fried Franklin.

5. Daily Offerings Coffee Roastery

Lexington-Fayette, KY
Coffee Shop · 12 tips and reviews

Chris A.Chris Abney: Best espresso in Lexington.

Belle's Cocktail House is one of Kentucky Fried Franklin.

6. Belle's Cocktail House

6.8
156 Market St, Lexington, KY
Cocktail Bar · 4 tips and reviews

Ben R.Ben Robinson III: Great bar with excellent vibe

Tolly-Ho is one of Kentucky Fried Franklin.

7. Tolly-Ho

7.7
606 S Broadway (at Bolivar St), Lexington, KY
Burger Joint · 30 tips and reviews

UK College of Arts & SciencesUK College of Arts & Sciences: A Lexington tradition! Ask for the cheesy tots. If it's your first time there, be sure to tell your cashier!

The Burl is one of Kentucky Fried Franklin.

8. The Burl

8.2
375 Thompson Rd, Lexington, KY
Music Venue · 2 tips and reviews
Keeneland is one of Kentucky Fried Franklin.

9. Keeneland

9.2
4201 Versailles Rd (Man O' War Blvd), Lexington, KY
Race Track · 60 tips and reviews

Crystal C.Crystal Conway: Who doesn't LOVE Keeneland?

Hilton is one of Kentucky Fried Franklin.

10. Hilton

7.3
369 W Vine St, Lexington, KY
Hotel · 39 tips and reviews

Chris E.Chris Essex: Not a bad place! I didn't spend a bunch of time here...but the time I did spend was enjoyable. One gripe...nowhere good to hang a suit...hanger rack was low to the ground.

Platinum Plus is one of Kentucky Fried Franklin.

11. Platinum Plus

6.2
1101 E New Circle Rd, Lexington, KY
Strip Club · 4 tips and reviews
Doodles is one of Kentucky Fried Franklin.

12. Doodles

8.7
262 N Limestone (at 3rd St), Lexington, KY
Breakfast Spot · 52 tips and reviews

W H.W Hale: Wonderful breakfast! Try the Kentucky Hot Brown Strata at least once. It is fabulous!

North Lime Coffee & Donuts is one of Kentucky Fried Franklin.

13. North Lime Coffee & Donuts

8.7
575 N Limestone, Lexington, KY
Coffee Shop · 35 tips and reviews

AlexAlex: Great locally-roasted coffee!

14. Gus's Fried Chicken

321 E Vine St, Lexington, KY
Fried Chicken Joint · 3 tips and reviews

Maggie M.Maggie MacG: The chicken is crispy, the slaw is fresh, the beans have a kick, and the service is excellent.

15. Grime’s Fast Food Restaurant

Lexington, KY
Fried Chicken Joint · No tips or reviews
West Sixth Brewing is one of Kentucky Fried Franklin.

16. West Sixth Brewing

9.2
501 W Sixth St (at Bellaire Ave), Lexington, KY
Brewery · 44 tips and reviews

Chris A.Chris Abney: Always fantastic beer on tap. If you haven't been before get a flight to try their most popular beers. Wednesdays and Fridays they have special experimental beers which are almost always awesome.

Coffea is one of Kentucky Fried Franklin.

17. Coffea

8.6
385 Rose St (Avenue of Champions), Lexington, KY
Coffee Shop · 17 tips and reviews

Amy R.Amy R: I love this place. Great coffee and convenient but it's always packed.

A Cup Of Common Wealth is one of Kentucky Fried Franklin.

18. A Cup Of Common Wealth

8.3
105 Eastern Ave (at E Main St), Lexington, KY
Coffee Shop · 15 tips and reviews

Austin B.Austin Brown: Amazing. The owners are sociable, smart and coffee savvy and the coffee may just be the best in the city. I'd recommend this place to anyone, no reservations.

Graeter's Ice Cream is one of Kentucky Fried Franklin.

19. Graeter's Ice Cream

9.0
836 Euclid Ave, Lexington, KY
Ice Cream Parlor · 15 tips and reviews

Todd T.Todd Takei: Best ice cream in the multi-state area.

Crank & Boom Ice Cream Lounge is one of Kentucky Fried Franklin.

20. Crank & Boom Ice Cream Lounge

8.8
1210 Manchester St, Lexington, KY
Ice Cream Parlor · 8 tips and reviews

Jackie D.Jackie Dunlap: The Bourbon Ice Cream w/ Chocolate Fudge, Sugared Pecans, And OMG Extra Bourbon Shot On Too!! #HolyGrail

Ethereal Brewing is one of Kentucky Fried Franklin.

21. Ethereal Brewing

8.5
1224 Manchester St, Lexington, KY
Brewery · 7 tips and reviews

Hasan N.Hasan Nawab: Great beer selection. No other drinks serves

Country Boy Brewing is one of Kentucky Fried Franklin.

22. Country Boy Brewing

8.9
436 Chair Ave, Lexington, KY
Brewery · 52 tips and reviews

Todd T.Todd Takei: Best brewery/tap room in town.

Cowboys Showgirls is one of Kentucky Fried Franklin.

23. Cowboys Showgirls

7.4
1515 Russell Cave Rd, Lexington, KY
Strip Club · 5 tips and reviews

Duncan L.Duncan Leung: Tipping $5 on stage or making strong eye contact will bring the girl to you. A small and friendly club. Bouncer was easy to talk to.