The best restaurants in Richmond

48 restaurants we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Casa Fiesta Mexican Grill nails the “I need flavor now” vibe this week with sizzling fajitas, flavorful tacos, and shareable plates made…

240 Eastern Bypass

Casa Fiesta Mexican Grill nails the “I need flavor now” vibe this week with sizzling fajitas, flavorful tacos, and shareable plates made with authentic ingredients and bold spices.

From the Richmond newsletter, August 6, 2026

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Locally owned and proudly fresh, Brady's Sushi and Hibachi hand-rolls sushi, builds poke bowls, and cooks hibachi to order so you get it…

511 Eastern Bypass

Locally owned and proudly fresh, Brady's Sushi and Hibachi hand-rolls sushi, builds poke bowls, and cooks hibachi to order so you get it just how you like it. Friendly vibes, consistent flavors, zero fuss... your midweek pick-me-up or easy win when no one wants to cook.

From the Richmond newsletter, August 4, 2026

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Sushi Blue

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Sushi Blue is serving high quality sashimi, remarkable sushi rolls, and Asian inspired libations perfect for date nights, celebrations, or…

185 Pasadena Dr #130 (Lexington) · ✓ checked Jul 31

Sushi Blue is serving high quality sashimi, remarkable sushi rolls, and Asian inspired libations perfect for date nights, celebrations, or a low-key family dinner. Consider this your go-to when you want clean cuts, playful rolls, and a libation that doesn’t fight the fish.

From the Lexington newsletter, August 3, 2026

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Giovanni's Pizza

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Casual Italian eatery with a menu of pizzas, pastas, calzones & sandwiches, plus a buffet.

805 Eastern Bypass Ste 1

Casual Italian eatery with a menu of pizzas, pastas, calzones & sandwiches, plus a buffet.

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Bella Notte

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Rustic Italian trattoria known for its wood-fire-grilled meats, freshly baked bread, pastas & wines.

3715 Nicholasville Rd (Lexington)

Rustic Italian trattoria known for its wood-fire-grilled meats, freshly baked bread, pastas & wines.

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Casual sushi bar featuring a conveyor belt that carries plates of rolls.

127 W Tiverton Way (Lexington)

Casual sushi bar featuring a conveyor belt that carries plates of rolls.

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Lively Japanese eatery with hibachi tables offering grilled meats & seafood plus sushi rolls.

2300 Sir Barton Way #110 (Lexington)

Lively Japanese eatery with hibachi tables offering grilled meats & seafood plus sushi rolls.

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Stylish restaurant featuring classic comfort dishes with modern flair, cocktails & patio seating.

110 Summit At Fritz Farm #140 (Lexington)

Stylish restaurant featuring classic comfort dishes with modern flair, cocktails & patio seating.

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Casual bistro featuring a variety of tacos and gourmet toppings, plus a full-service bar featuring cocktails and burritos.

3535 Nicholasville Rd (Lexington)

Casual bistro featuring a variety of tacos and gourmet toppings, plus a full-service bar featuring cocktails and burritos.

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Wingstop

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Wings chain featuring classic and spicy flavors like lemon pepper, plus hand-cut fries.

4101 Tates Creek Centre Dr #120 (Lexington)

Wings chain featuring classic and spicy flavors like lemon pepper, plus hand-cut fries.

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Eclectic daytime plates served with fair-trade coffees & wine or beer in bright, trendy digs.

4040 Finn Wy Ste 110 (Lexington)

Eclectic daytime plates served with fair-trade coffees & wine or beer in bright, trendy digs.

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Time-tested, white-tablecloth Italian fixture with live jazz in the lounge along with Sunday brunch.

4456 Nicholasville Rd (Lexington)

Time-tested, white-tablecloth Italian fixture with live jazz in the lounge along with Sunday brunch.

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First Watch

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Cafe chain for health-minded breakfast, brunch & lunch options such as omelets, salads & soups.

2222 Lantern Ridge Dr

Cafe chain for health-minded breakfast, brunch & lunch options such as omelets, salads & soups.

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Hip, counter-serve chain for gourmet takes on fast-food classics like burgers & frozen custard.

115 Summit At Fritz Farm Suite 110 (Lexington)

Hip, counter-serve chain for gourmet takes on fast-food classics like burgers & frozen custard.

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IHOP

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Long-standing chain serving a wide variety of pancakes & other American breakfast & diner fare.

1062 Barnes Mill Rd

Long-standing chain serving a wide variety of pancakes & other American breakfast & diner fare.

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Fazoli's

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Fast-food chain doling out baked pastas, subs, pizza & other casual Italian fare plus custom combos.

441 Leighway Dr

Fast-food chain doling out baked pastas, subs, pizza & other casual Italian fare plus custom combos.

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Relaxed, cozy coffee shop dishing up lattes, bagels and sandwiches alongside board games and toys for kids.

444 Big Hill Ave

Relaxed, cozy coffee shop dishing up lattes, bagels and sandwiches alongside board games and toys for kids.

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Burritos, enchiladas, and other classic Mexican fare served in a casual atmosphere with margaritas and other cocktails.

709 Big Hill Ave

Burritos, enchiladas, and other classic Mexican fare served in a casual atmosphere with margaritas and other cocktails.

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Down-to-earth chain offering American standards like burgers & ribs, plus signature cocktails.

2146 Lantern Ridge Dr

Down-to-earth chain offering American standards like burgers & ribs, plus signature cocktails.

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Comfortable venue offering Japanese specialties including hibachi meals, sushi, and seafood, plus beer and wine.

2127 Lantern Ridge Dr

Comfortable venue offering Japanese specialties including hibachi meals, sushi, and seafood, plus beer and wine.

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Chain dishing up wings, tenders & burgers, plus sauces ranging from sweet to very spicy.

2139 Lantern Ridge Dr Suite 100 #100

Chain dishing up wings, tenders & burgers, plus sauces ranging from sweet to very spicy.

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Eatery & bar serving craft beers, burgers, sushi & pub grub in a lively, contemporary space.

3347 Tates Creek Rd (Lexington)

Eatery & bar serving craft beers, burgers, sushi & pub grub in a lively, contemporary space.

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Steak 'n Shake

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Chain known for steakburgers & milkshakes offering a dinerlike space with retro flair.

2001 Colby Taylor Dr

Chain known for steakburgers & milkshakes offering a dinerlike space with retro flair.

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City Barbeque

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Counter-serve smokehouse chain offering classic barbecue fare in down-home settings.

3292 Richmond Rd (Lexington)

Counter-serve smokehouse chain offering classic barbecue fare in down-home settings.

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Casual, contemporary Japanese spot with sushi bar seating for sashimi, maki & cooked entrees.

3805 Dylan Pl Ste 130 (Lexington)

Casual, contemporary Japanese spot with sushi bar seating for sashimi, maki & cooked entrees.

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Sonny's BBQ

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Long-standing barbecue restaurant chain specializing in meats smoked over oak, plus sides & salads.

1001 Center Dr

Long-standing barbecue restaurant chain specializing in meats smoked over oak, plus sides & salads.

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No-frills eatery serving up chicken wings with a selection of sauces, plus renowned garlic fries.

141 Rojay Dr (Lexington)

No-frills eatery serving up chicken wings with a selection of sauces, plus renowned garlic fries.

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Old West-style steakhouse chain known for its burgers & chops made from bison.

2304 Sir Barton Way #170 (Lexington)

Old West-style steakhouse chain known for its burgers & chops made from bison.

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Roosters

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Outpost of a casual chain serving American comfort food & specializing in chicken wings.

124 Marketplace Dr (Lexington)

Outpost of a casual chain serving American comfort food & specializing in chicken wings.

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Traditional pizza & red-sauce classics top the menu of this family-run joint with a full bar.

2417 Nicholasville Rd Ste 120 (Lexington)

Traditional pizza & red-sauce classics top the menu of this family-run joint with a full bar.

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Cozy restaurant dishing up home-cooked comfort food for breakfast, lunch, and dinner in a casual setting.

349 K St

Cozy restaurant dishing up home-cooked comfort food for breakfast, lunch, and dinner in a casual setting.

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Hot chicken chain spot known for spicy burgers, tenders, seasoned fries and a range of heat levels.

2630 Richmond Rd (Lexington)

Hot chicken chain spot known for spicy burgers, tenders, seasoned fries and a range of heat levels.

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Near-campus parlor with a wide variety of pizzas, Italian comfort fare & Kentucky beers on tap.

228 S 2nd St

Near-campus parlor with a wide variety of pizzas, Italian comfort fare & Kentucky beers on tap.

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Laid-back pizza joint churning out pies (New York-style, deep dish included) plus chicken wings and salads.

1105 Kim Kent Dr

Laid-back pizza joint churning out pies (New York-style, deep dish included) plus chicken wings and salads.

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Chain eatery & bar serving a diverse menu of classic Italian fare in a family-friendly setting.

1881 Plaudit Pl (Lexington)

Chain eatery & bar serving a diverse menu of classic Italian fare in a family-friendly setting.

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Comfortable eatery with a menu of Italian & American fare, plus a bar offering drinks & bar eats.

110 N Locust Hill Dr (Lexington)

Comfortable eatery with a menu of Italian & American fare, plus a bar offering drinks & bar eats.

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Pizza Hut

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Popular delivery, carry-out & dine-in chain known for pizza, wings & pasta, plus sides & desserts.

116 S Keeneland Dr #2

Popular delivery, carry-out & dine-in chain known for pizza, wings & pasta, plus sides & desserts.

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Boisterous Australian-themed chain serving steaks, seafood & other hearty steakhouse fare.

400 High Land Park Dr

Boisterous Australian-themed chain serving steaks, seafood & other hearty steakhouse fare.

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Casual fixture featuring a menu of traditional dishes from Japan.

125 Codell Dr #128 (Lexington)

Casual fixture featuring a menu of traditional dishes from Japan.

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Waffle House

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Simple chain spot offering American diner fare & all-day breakfast, including signature waffles.

220 Eastern Bypass

Simple chain spot offering American diner fare & all-day breakfast, including signature waffles.

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Papa Johns Pizza

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Pizza take-out & delivery chain offering classic & specialty pizzas, plus wings, sides & desserts.

455 Eastern Bypass

Pizza take-out & delivery chain offering classic & specialty pizzas, plus wings, sides & desserts.

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Waffle House

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Simple chain spot offering American diner fare & all-day breakfast, including signature waffles.

104 N Keeneland Dr

Simple chain spot offering American diner fare & all-day breakfast, including signature waffles.

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Informal mom-&-pop place serving familiar American comfort grub such as meatloaf & pork chops.

203 S 3rd St

Informal mom-&-pop place serving familiar American comfort grub such as meatloaf & pork chops.

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Sonny's BBQ

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Long-standing barbecue restaurant chain specializing in meats smoked over oak, plus sides & salads.

2341 Buena Vista Rd (Lexington)

Long-standing barbecue restaurant chain specializing in meats smoked over oak, plus sides & salads.

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Standard pizza chain offering a variety of eats such as pasta, subs & wings for delivery or dine-in.

610 Big Hill Ave #4

Standard pizza chain offering a variety of eats such as pasta, subs & wings for delivery or dine-in.

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Cook Out

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Branch of a fast-food chain known for its drive-thru BBQ, burgers & more than 40 milkshake flavors.

120 Eastern Bypass

Branch of a fast-food chain known for its drive-thru BBQ, burgers & more than 40 milkshake flavors.

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Roosters

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Outpost of a casual chain serving American comfort food & specializing in chicken wings.

2640 Richmond Rd (Lexington)

Outpost of a casual chain serving American comfort food & specializing in chicken wings.

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Rosati's Pizza

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Italian chain eatery featuring Chicago-style deep-dish pizza, plus pasta & sandwiches.

148 Malabu Dr Ste 160 (Lexington)

Italian chain eatery featuring Chicago-style deep-dish pizza, plus pasta & sandwiches.

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