Bars in Lexington
Lexington is a thriving suburban city with a small town vibe. This city rich in history offers the best of both worlds when it comes to shopping, dining, and drinking. From old-style bars to hip dive bars to high-concept watering holes, here are some of the best bars in Lexington worthy of a visit.
TR's Bar & Grill
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This place is a family-friendly restaurant that turns into a concert bar during happy hours. So if you want a good hearty meal followed by live entertainment and light drinking to cap off the night, then TR’s Bar & Grill fits the bill. They may not have a long list of alcoholic beverages, but they certainly more than make up for it in good food and great music. The Sunday buffet menu has all the Southern comfort food waiting to be enjoyed. They have perfected the no-frills casual dining and made it even more fun and more entertaining with live music and buckets of Bud to keep you company.
The DAM House
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It makes perfect sense that The DAM House is home of the DAM Good Beer. With a wide selection of beer and wine options, you’ll certainly find a beer to hit the spot. The place is overflowing with craft beers, draft-style pale ales, lagers, IPAs and wines. If you’re feeling a little adventurous, you can try some of the featured beers from regional breweries. It’s a great way to experience booze from other breweries that you won’t normally find locally.
If you can’t decide on what to drink, ask the bartender for a sampler or a recommendation and he/she will surprise you every time. What’s great about the DAM House is that you can enjoy your beer either indoor or outdoor. If you’re the outdoorsy type, you can take your beer outside and enjoy the view of the Lake Murray Dam or participate in a game of disc golf or corn hole and just have a DAM good time.
Krafty Draft Brew Pub
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This local Brew Pub boasts of a craft beer selection that’s unparalleled in the area. With over 100 craft beers under their belt, it’s not hard to see how passionate they are in their craft. The pub is literally brimming with beer taps on the wall which is a thing of beauty. With the pub’s casual and cozy atmosphere, it may as well be your home away from home.
Krafty Draft’s beers are brewed in-house, so they’re always served fresh and cold. If you’re looking for a robust stout, aged beers, rich dark porter, or dessert beers, you’re likely to find one that catches your fancy. If you’re more of a wine connoisseur, you’d be glad to know that their wine selection is nothing to sneeze at either. Their knowledgeable staff will guide you on which wine pairs best with your food.
LJ's Par and Grill
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Work on your game while having a few brews at LJ’s Par and Grill. It’s a restaurant, bar, and driving range rolled into one – what more can you ask for? It’s a great place to practice your swing and enjoy food and drinks afterwards.
They have a good selection of domestic and imported beers as well as craft beers. The food menu is not limited to just the typical bar foods as they offer delectable entrees and hearty meals that are truly southern. This family-friendly space also has live music some nights so it’s a fantastic place to relax and unwind.
Grady's
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If you find yourself looking for the kind of place in Lexington where you can bring your friends or make new ones through drink, game, and conversation, the place you’re looking for is Grady’s.
Grady’s is located on South Lake Drive and is a joint that’s built for full entertainment capacity. It’s a huge pool hall with many 7′ and 9′ tables to cater to every type of player. They also have a great selection of drinks to go with friendly wagers and great conversation. They also have clean facilities and bathrooms — a great detail for those looking to belly up on good drinks with good times.
