Lexington, SC, Dining
Popular Restaurants in Lexington, SC
A few well-established local spots in and around downtown Lexington, from steaks and Italian to Thai and a historic brewpub.
Where to Eat in Lexington
Lexington has a deep and growing restaurant scene, especially around its revitalized downtown along Main Street. The spots below are well-established and popular with locals. This is not a ranked list, just a starting point, and hours and menus change, so it is worth calling ahead. If you are getting to know Lexington as a place to live, the dining is a good place to begin.
A Few Local Favorites in Lexington
- ✓Travinia Italian Kitchen & Wine Bar (5074 Sunset Boulevard): a polished-casual Italian restaurant with made-from-scratch dishes and an extensive wine list.
- ✓Ember Steakhouse (101 West Main Street): a downtown steakhouse serving aged steaks, seafood, and house-made pastas, next to the Icehouse Amphitheater.
- ✓Bodhi Thai Dining (126 East Main Street): an upscale Thai restaurant set in a former downtown bank building, serving traditional dishes and cocktails.
- ✓Old Mill Brewpub (711 East Main Street): a family-owned brewpub serving house beers and American fare in Lexington's historic Old Mill.
- ✓Flight Deck Restaurant (109-A Old Chapin Road): a locally owned, aviation-themed family restaurant with a wide American menu.
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Lexington, SC, Dining, Frequently Asked Questions
What are some popular restaurants in Lexington, SC?
Well-established local spots include Travinia Italian Kitchen & Wine Bar, Ember Steakhouse and Bodhi Thai Dining in downtown Lexington, Old Mill Brewpub in the historic Old Mill, and the aviation-themed Flight Deck Restaurant. Hours and menus change, so call ahead.
Where is the dining concentrated in Lexington?
Much of Lexington's dining is in and around downtown along Main Street, near the Icehouse Amphitheater and the Old Mill, with more options spread along Sunset Boulevard and the surrounding area.
Is this a ranked list of the best restaurants?
No. This is a short, unranked list of well-established, popular local spots meant as a starting point, not a definitive ranking or a complete list of everywhere worth eating in Lexington.
What kind of town is Lexington to live in?
Lexington is a growing Lexington County town with a revitalized downtown, the Lexington One school district, and easy access to Lake Murray and Columbia. If you are weighing a move, we can walk you through neighborhoods and current listings.
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