Diners' Choice: Best Overall restaurants in Central Kentucky

OpenTable

Updated April 05, 2025

Looking for the best overall restaurants in Central Kentucky? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Caproni's on the River

4.9

4.9 (172)

$31 to $50

American

Maysville

About the restaurant

Traditional Italian, Kentucky Classics and the best of American Cuisine.. Our approach is to utilize the freshest ingredients and support our community of local growers and producers while providing a memorable dining experience.

Starting back in 1930's as a sandwich shop for railroad workers and travelers, Caps quickly became a favorite in the region! Today diners from across the country seek Caproni's and our river town out for the best dining, art, shopping and history.

Top review

Tod

Dined 7 days ago

The Easter buffet was delicious; great variety also. The service was impeccable.

Tuk Tuk Snack Shop

4.9

4.9 (31)

$31 to $50

Sri Lankan

Lexington

About the restaurant

Tuk Tuk Snack Shop is the brick-and-mortar restaurant from nationally-acclaimed Chef Sam Fore in Lexington, Kentucky. Fore began her culinary career with pop-ups in 2016 and grew to travel around the country cooking in Michelin-starred and James Beard-recognized kitchens. She was recently recognized as a Finalist for Best Chef: Southeast for the 2023 James Beard Foundation Awards and has been honored by multiple national publications.

Deeply influenced by Fore’s upbringing and culinary journey, Tuk Tuk Snack Shop’s menu thoughtfully marries Sri Lankan techniques and ingredients with classic Southern dishes categorized into unique mains, sandwiches, snacks, sides, and desserts.

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MarieVIP

Dined 5 days ago

We went for my birthday dinner and loved it. They have gluten free pasta so I got the crab curry. It was so good and a generous portion too. The staff is always willing to go the extra mile and so personable. Love this place

The Urban Stillhouse - Somerset

4.9

4.9 (134)

$31 to $50

American

Somerset

About the restaurant

Come and join us at The Urban Stillhouse Somerset, the food & beverage experience that showcases Horse Soldier Bourbon.

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Robin

Dined 4 days ago

Our whole experience was delightful. Our server was so efficient and sweet. The food was delicious!!! My husband and I both got the grilled pork chop, It was outstanding! The ambience of the restaurant is very detailed, relaxed and beautiful, very well done! Thank you for such a wonderful evening!

Bardstown Bourbon Company Kitchen & Bar

4.9

4.9 (2614)

$30 and under

American

Bardstown

About the restaurant

Thoughtfully executed, approachable cuisine informed by both Kentucky classics and the world's finest flavors. We source locally, calling out the farms right on the menu, and make everything in house. We call this the Modern Kentucky Experience.

Please allow ample time to enjoy your meal prior to a tour with us. Our suggestions: 1-2 guests 1 hour 15 minutes, 2-4 guests 1 hour 30 minutes, 4- 8 guests 1 hour 45 minutes, 9-12 guests 2 hours

We extend a 15-minute grace period for reservations, after which tables are released.

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Joseph

Dined 4 days ago

Drinks are on point average $15. Service is outstanding the food is good

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