Welcome to doodles breakfast and lunch where we serve Comfort Food with a Conscience. We are an eco-friendly, New Orleans inspired brunch spot featuring local, KY Proud products and serving organic food when possible. We offer free wi-fi, fresh beignets, bottomless cups of locally roasted coffee, great music and good vibes. There’s no place like doodles in Lexington! Tues.-Sun. 8-2. 262 N. Limestone (at the corner of 3rd St. and Limestone). 859-317-8507. www.doodlesrestaurant.com

For lovers of fine food, wine & horses, The Julep Cup serves traditional Kentucky cuisine with a French flair. We offer brunch, lunch and dinner every day as well as delicious specials and fresh seafood. In addition to the dining room, you can visit or dine in our Seahorse Lounge, enjoy our fabulous patio or reserve the Julep room for private parties. Live music Fri., Sat. & Sun. Ample parking. Reservations recommended. Mon. 11 am-2 pm & 5 pm-9 pm, Tues.-Sat. 11 am until late, Sun. 11 am-3 pm. 111 Woodland Ave. at the corner of E. Main. 859-226-0300. www.thejulepcup.com or www.opentable.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

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.