Located on Main St. at Triangle Park, The Sweet Spot offers an amazing array of fresh baked cakes, pies, cookies, brownies & decadent chocolate treats – all homemade daily. We carry 16 flavors of Chaney’s premium homemade ice cream, voted #1 in Kentucky by USA Today Magazine; try a scoop, shake, or sundae! Taste our Brownie split made with your choice of delicious brownie, three scoops of ice cream & all the right toppings. Stop by & prepare to be tempted by the The Sweet Spot. 401 W. Main St. 859-475-1408. www.thesweetspotlex.com

A beloved Lexington eatery for 40 years. The secret to Alfalfa’s staying power is its commitment to local, delicious food at reasonable prices. Homemade soups, salads, sandwiches, entrees and desserts. Add an award-winning brunch and a baker that many call the best in town. Open Mon. & Tues. 11 am-2 pm; Wed.-Fri. 11 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. 859-253-0014. www.alfalfarestaurant.com

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 features 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. Wine Spectator Award Winner. Ample parking. Reservations recommended. Mon. 11 am-2 pm & 5 pm-9 pm, Tues.-Sat. 11 am until late, Sun. 11 am-2 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