Joe Bologna’s is proud to offer a wide selection of homemade pizzas, pastas, soups and other Italian specialties - something for every taste! You can’t leave without trying Joe B’s famous garlic breadsticks. We are located in a restored, 1891 Victorian Gothic church building listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Features 41 stained-glass windows and original Ky. pine floors. 120 W. Maxwell St. 859-252-4933. www.joebolognas.com

Affectionately referred to as “Lexington’s little downtown jewel”, the Metropol offers true fine dining in a graceful, welcoming atmosphere. Located in downtown’s historic district, in the city’s oldest known surviving post office building (circa 1825), the Metropol presents a continental menu, reflecting the Schraemli (Schremly) family tradition. Discover our exceptional wines and Lexington’s largest premium bourbon collection. Tues.-Sat. 5:30-10 pm, bar until midnight. Private dining rooms available. 307 W. Short St. 859-381-9493. www.metropolfinedining.com

An eclectic, sit-down pizza restaurant serving gourmet pizzas baked in stone ovens. We also serve delicious calzones, hoagies & salads. Full bar, TVs & a selection of over 100 beers. Vegetarian friendly. Dine-in, take out, bulk delivery. Open 7 days a week. 502 S. Upper (close to downtown & UK campus). 281-6111. www.mellowmushroom.com

Comfort food in a comfortable place. Come enjoy our homemade food, fresh squeezed orange juice and daily specials, including chicken potpie, pot roast, meatloaf & fried chicken. Serving breakfast, soups, sandwiches & salads; try our desserts, made fresh daily. If you don’t see what you want on the menu, just ask and we will try to make it especially for you. Downtown delivery. Catering available. Mon.–Fri. 7 am–2 pm. 214 S. Limestone St. 252-6264. www.hannasonlime.com

Welcome to Giacomo’s Deli where the taste and ambiance of a New York Delicatessen can be found in downtown Lexington. Our menu proudly features Pastrami & Corned Beef brought in from the original Carnegie Delicatessen in New York City. We also feature bagels from H&H in New York and beef brisket & fresh produce from local farmers. Try one of Giacomo’s delectable desserts. Across from the courthouse plaza. Call for seasonal hours. 133 North Limestone. 367-0061. www.giacomosdeli.com

A trip to the tropics in Lexington’s Historic District. We are located in a renovated mahogany storefront with fantastic murals from floor to ceiling and a huge summertime patio! The Caribbean themed menu includes fresh seafood, steaks, Jamaican jerk chicken, conch fritters and coconut shrimp.

Join us for live music on the patio on the weekends. Unbeatable! Tues.-Thurs. 4 pm-1 am, Fri & Sat. 4 pm-2:30 am. 265 N. Limestone St. (corner of Limestone & 3rd St.), 859-254-1969.

Downtown in the historic Gratz Park Inn. Enjoy a romantic dinner in an elegant setting or relax with one of our famous martinis in the cozy bar. Choose from our seasonal menu or innovative nightly specials.

Banquet facilities available. Reservations recommended. Lunch Mon.-Sat. 11-2, dinner Mon.-Sun. 5:30-10, bar opens at 5, Sun. brunch 11-2. 120 W. Second St. 859-252-4949. www.jagp.info

Made from scratch salads, sandwiches, quiche, soups, pies, cakes, bread puddings & cheesecakes are served at our award-winning Garden Cafe. Shop for garden accessories, Kentucky Gourmet foods, antiques, pottery, tapestries, herbal soaps, jewelry & much more.

This pre-1810 estate was named by Southern Living readers as one of their 200 favorite places to shop in 2003. Lunch reservations recommended. Gift & antique shop 10 am-4 pm, Tues.-Sat. & Thurs. ’til 6 pm. Lunch Wed.-Sat. 11 am-2 pm. 900 N. Broadway. 252-6837.

Feeding vegetarians and carnivores alike with innovative and eclectic homemade eats for over 35 years. We serve homemade soups, sandwiches, salads, brunch and our signature Hoppin’ John. Daily specials and seasonal menus offered. Great kids’ menu. Open Mon. & Tues. 8 am–2 pm; Wed.–Fri. 9 am–2 pm & 5:30–9 pm; Sat. 9 am–2 pm & 5:30–9 pm; Sun. 9 am–2 pm. 141 E. Main St. 253-0014. www.alfalfarestaurant.com

Desha's Restaurant

Located at the corner of Main & Broadway in downtown’s historic Victorian Square, deSha’s offers a comfortably elegant dining experience overlooking Triangle Park. For a relaxing lunch, cozy dinner for two or a gathering of friends, deSha’s features a variety of regional favorites, specialty salads and excellent cuts of Certified Angus Beef. Mon.-Thurs. 11 am-10 pm, Fri.-Sat. 11 am-midnight, Sun. 11 am-10 pm.

The adjoining Horse & Barrel British Pub is fashionably classic – serving fine scotches, single-barrel bourbons & a large selection of imported ales. Opens at 5 pm Mon.-Sat. Validated parking in Victorian Square Garage. 101 N. Broadway. 259-3771.