Eat Downtown
Downtown Frankfort is a hub of locally owned restaurants, cafés, and bars, each serving up unique flavors and hometown hospitality. From classic comfort food to modern culinary creations, the Capital City offers something for every craving. Come and taste the local charm!
Restaurants & Bars
in downtown Frankfort, Kentucky
Andy's Artisan Bread
127 E. Todd Street
Hand-crafted croissants, sourdough bread, breakfast, desserts and coffee, one block from the Capitol!
The Ashbrook Hotel Restaurant
300 Washington Street
The Ashbrook Restaurant embodies an enduring elegance, presenting a menu of refined culinary masterpieces inspired by the French countryside.
B’s Bakery
241 W. Main
Fresh from scratch delicious donuts, pastries, cakes, muffins, quiche, brownies, cookies, paninis, salads, and more!
Big Daddy's Fried Chicken
114 Bridge Street
Big Daddy’s Fried Chicken specializes in wings, barbecue and of course, Southern-style fried chicken!
Bourbon on Main
103 W. Main
Enjoy pub grub extraordinaire, a stocked bourbon bar, and rotating craft beers on tap.
Brown Barrel
202 W Broadway St
Restaurant and bar offering a wide variety of foods, drinks, and adult beverages.
Buddy's Pizza
212 W. Broadway
Handcrafted pizza, salads, and sandwiches. Daily lunch specials.
Cap City Cigar Bar
313 St. Clair Street
Laidback ,grown and sexy vibe where you can enjoy a tasty adult beverage and a relaxing smoke!
Capital Cellars
227 W. Broadway
Enjoy this unique bar and cafe that retails local and regional wines and bourbons.
Cliffside Diner
175 Old Lawrenceburg Rd.
Tiny, old-school American joint with a 1950’s dining-car vibe, counter seating & popular burgers.
Cypress & Oak inside The Delegate Hotel
106 E. Broadway Street
A steakhouse that perfectly marries traditional elegance, modern sophistication, and approachability.
Engine House Coffee
307 W. Main Street
Locally owned café offering fair trade and organic coffee, tea, and community sourced pastries.
Dicey Riley's Irish Pub
321 St. Clair Street
Casual Irish pub with a wide variety of draft beers, cocktails, and whiskeys.
Goodwood Brewing
109 W. Main St.
Making beers that have been touched by wood and brewed using limestone water. Goodwood’s main brewery is located in Louisville.
Hoggy's Ice Cream
301 W. Main St.
Hand dipped ice cream with a variety of toppings and cone types, also serving sundaes, milkshakes, ice cream sandwiches, banana splits, and soft serve ice cream.
HOC: A Bourbon Library
245 W. Main St.
A specially curated Bourbon experience in the heart of downtown Frankfort, KY.
The St. Clair - Howser Tavern
311 St Clair St
A premium bourbon bar located in the heart of downtown Frankfort with a wide range of spirts.
Kentucky Coffeetree Café
235 W. Broadway
Gourmet deli, dessert and coffee bar, and local beer and cocktails.
Limewater Bistro
900 Wilkinson Blvd
Food made from scratch with quality ingredients and care on the banks of the Kentucky River.
Locals Food Hub & Pizza Pub
863 Wilkinson Blvd
Delicious food designed to increase access to local food and support KY farmers.
Main Street Diner
225 W. Main St.
A 50’s style diner, serving breakfast, lunch & dinner 7 days a week.
Mi Fiesta
334 Saint Clair St.
Authentic Mexican food in a fun, friendly atmosphere. Enjoy happy hour on the “mall” (outdoor seating).
Mortimer Bibb’s Public House
330 Saint Clair St.
A unique gathering place providing a wide selection of beer, whiskey, and wines along with traditional Irish and locally inspired food in a relaxed setting.
Poppy’s Bakery
865 Wilkinson Blvd.
Cakes, cupcakes, sweet treats, and baked goods for everyday occasions.
POURter's Beer
601 Taylor Ave.
Crafting community with beer. Frankfort, Kentucky’s first ever self-serve tap house.
Serafini
243 W. Broadway Street
Fine dining bistro with views of the old state capitol grounds, serving Italian & Southern fare plus bourbon.
The Brick Alley
325 Saint Clair St.
Stop by The Brick for drinks and to shoot a game of pool while listening to music.
The Cooperage Bar
325 W Broadway St
An upscale bar in downtown Frankfort with many great selections of bourbon and other spirts!
Wicked Whisk Cake Co.
238 W Main St
Frankfort’s most wickedly delicious bakery! Our cauldrons bubble with the finest of ingredients, cursed with sweetness and crafted to cast an enchanting spell on you that even the strongest of potions won’t cure!