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Palmers Fresh Grill, Lexington, KY

Palmers Fresh Grill

4.6
4.6
1750 Reviews
$30 and under
Seafood

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 4 times today
  • Charming
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Great for scenic views
As the name implies, fresh is the focus at Palmers.

More than just fresh ingredients, Palmers is a fresh twist on what an enjoyable dining experience should provide. A fresh way to please your palate, featuring savory dishes and an evolving menu that spotlights many local ingredients. Palmers also offers weekly specials truly capturing the essence of seasonal flavors.

With a casually sophisticated ambiance, complemented with knowledgeable and friendly service staff, Palmers provides one of Lexington's favorite dining experiences. Enjoy lakeside seating and live music on the spacious patio during warm weather months.

Looking for another reason to raise your glass? With over 100 Bourbons and whiskeys to choose from, paired with our award-winning wine, and cocktail list you are sure to find a lively libation!

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Regional American (Southern), American
  • Hours of Operation
    Wed, Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (859) 273-0103
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    We look forward to catering your next parties off site dining needs, call for details.
  • Private party facilities
    Call for more details.
  • Neighbourhood
    Lexington
  • Cross Street
    Nicholasville Road
  • Parking details
    Lexington Green Mall or The Embassy Suites.
  • Public transit
    We are at the corner of Nicholasville Road and New Circle.
  • Entertainment
    Lakeside Patio Bar, Live Music (weather permitting), adjacent to Comedy Off Broadway, Lexington Green Mall is a high energy mall featuring such stores as White House Black Market, Chico's, Charming Charlie's, Ann Taylor Loft ,Joseph-Beth Books.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,750 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Central Kentucky

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Lexington

    Good for groups

  • Lexington

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Lexington

    Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Palmers Fresh Grill is a delightful dining destination, offering "wonderful service" and "absolutely delicious food" with a picturesque lakeside setting. The menu boasts standout seafood and diverse dishes like the popular "salmon Oscar" and "Diablo pasta." Despite occasional service challenges, guests appreciate the "beautiful and peaceful" atmosphere, making it a top choice for special occasions.

1,750 Reviews
  1. Rene

    Louisville

    6 reviews

    3.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was cold, waffle and potatoes looked premade.Skimpy on hollandaise.

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  2. Johnny

    Louisville

    4 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service was great! The special which was a bone in ribeye was not so good! Every ribeye has some marbling but the cut I got for $47 was at least 50% fat and the thinnest steak I’ve had anywhere. Everything lease was good.

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  3. Todd

    Cincinnati

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 17, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Good. It was noisy and busy. Slow service food was good.

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Cincinnati

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 16, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was fantastic! Best shrimp and grits I’ve ever had. My Husband had the salmon and absolutely loved it!

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  5. steve

    Louisville

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on November 16, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was excellent. I highly recommend the seafood queso. The shrimp and steak were cooked to perfection. Our server Kim was outstanding.

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  6. Tiffany

    Louisville

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 16, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I love palmers! Literally my favorite place to be!

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  7. Mike

    Cincinnati

    20 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on November 9, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We had good food and service. My pasta was delicious and my husband’s tuna steak was cooked to his liking.

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  8. Peggy

    Louisville

    30 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on November 9, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    It was loud, but they seems to be the normal for most restaurants in Lexington currently. I ordered the ahi tuna asking that it be barely warmed. The server suggested that I wanted it rare and I accepted that order. The plated dish was lovely. Two triangles of tuna were artfully plated over the wasabi mashed potatoes with the Brussels sprouts to the side and a delightful ginger based sauced circled around the plate. The tuna was over cooked and tough. Barely any pink was visible. It was more of a medium to well cooked fish, giving the tuna the texture of salmon and not the creaminess one would expect from rare ahi tuna. Not wanting to wait to return the dish I ate it. Sorry I ordered the tuna.

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  9. Emily

    Louisville

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 9, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a great experience and the food was amazing!

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  10. C

    Montana

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 3, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    When visiting from out of state we always eat here. Favorites are crab cakes which are light and fluffy and scallops with asparagus and creamy risotto.

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FAQs

Palmers Fresh Grill offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (859) 273-0103.

Palmers Fresh Grill is rated 4.6 stars by 1750 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 4 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Palmers Fresh Grill

161 Lexington Green Circle, Lexington, KY 40503

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Nicholasville Road
  • Neighbourhood
    Lexington
  • Hours of Operation
    Wed, Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Regional American (Southern), American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Lexington Green Mall or The Embassy Suites.
  • Public transit
    We are at the corner of Nicholasville Road and New Circle.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Entertainment
    Lakeside Patio Bar, Live Music (weather permitting), adjacent to Comedy Off Broadway, Lexington Green Mall is a high energy mall featuring such stores as White House Black Market, Chico's, Charming Charlie's, Ann Taylor Loft ,Joseph-Beth Books.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (859) 273-0103
  • Catering
    We look forward to catering your next parties off site dining needs, call for details.
  • Private party facilities
    Call for more details.
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