The Vine nails everything I want in a night out. The steak? Absolute perfectionâseared beautifully, seasoned like someone whispered a love poem to it, and cooked exactly to temp. Iâd come back just for that, but the vibe seals the deal.
This place somehow feels both intimate and livelyâlike a secret hideaway where every table gets its own little spotlight. Soft lighting, cozy layout, and just enough buzz to make it feel special without being loud. Itâs the kind of spot where conversations linger and the night feels a little longer (in the best way).
If youâre hunting for a restaurant that delivers knockout food and the kind of ambiance that makes you want to stay for one more glass of wine, The Vine is it. Lexington needed a gem like this, and...
   Read moreFirst time here. Pricewise, it's on par or slightly above Ruby's and Tony's.
The service, atmosphere, view, and food were all top notch. We devoured several dishes before taking pics, but here's a rundown:
-She Crab soup: they pour the soup table-side over a bed of blue crab. The crab has a citrus flavor, and there was a decent amount of it. Very good. Maybe not my all-time favorite version, but still very tasty.
-Halibut: served in a parchment pocket with green beans, etc. Very tender and flaky. 100% better than the overdone salmon we had for lunch at Harry's. 3x the price, though.
Crab cake: OMG! OMG! OMG! OMG! OMG! OMG! OMG! OMG! OMG! OMG! OMG! OMG! Best crab cake I've ever had. Lots of crab. Not cheap, but did I say: ...
   Read moreI came to Kentucky from Switzerland to work. I really miss the lack of good restaurants in America. I'm so glad I found this place. The oysters could have been juicier, but for a new place, it's just a new experience. I'm happy I found this place and recommend it to anyone who appreciates the highest level of service. And I forgot to mention that this is the first time a restaurant manager actually cares about customers without pretending to . Jacqueline, She was a great help and guide for me, I am very...
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