about Distilled
Distilled Restaurant has been in business since 2014. We take great pride in sourcing our ingredients locally and providing a superior experience. In 2018 Distilled was awarded “Top 50 restaurants in the US” -OpenTable. We continue the tradition on Jefferson Street and look forward to serving you.
Our Story
Inspired by Kentucky.
Crafted by Our Chefs.
Distilled brings together chef-driven Southern cuisine, an exceptional Kentucky bourbon selection, and genuine hospitality to create one of Lexington’s most memorable dining experiences. Every dish is thoughtfully prepared with seasonal ingredients, every cocktail is crafted with care, and every guest is welcomed like family.
Whether you’re joining us for dinner, drinks at the bourbon bar, a private celebration, or a special occasion, our goal is simple: deliver remarkable food, warm service, and an atmosphere that keeps you coming back.
The Distilled Difference
Two things that define every experience at Distilled
Chef-Driven Cuisine
Every dish begins with thoughtfully sourced ingredients, refined Southern flavors, and a passion for exceptional cooking. Our seasonal menus celebrate Kentucky's culinary heritage while bringing fresh creativity to every plate.
In the kitchen
Hospitality
A table is never just a table — it is an invitation. We carry that spirit into everything we do: the greeting at the door, the pace of the meal, the care taken in every detail guests feel but rarely notice.
True hospitalityThe Distilled Story
Crafted in Kentucky.
Shared Around Every Table.
A Vision for Elevated Southern Dining
Distilled was founded with a simple idea: combine chef-driven Southern cuisine, Kentucky bourbon, and genuine hospitality in one unforgettable destination. Every decision—from the menu to the atmosphere—was made to create meaningful experiences around the table.
More Than Just Dinner
Whether you're joining us for a casual lunch, an anniversary dinner, or handcrafted cocktails at the bourbon bar, every visit is designed to feel welcoming, relaxed, and memorable. Great food always tastes better when it's shared.
Fresh Ingredients. Honest Cooking.
Every plate begins with quality ingredients and thoughtful preparation. Our menu blends Southern comfort with modern creativity, delivering seasonal dishes that celebrate Kentucky's culinary heritage while bringing something new to every visit.
One of Kentucky's Finest Selections
From iconic Kentucky bourbons to rare allocations and handcrafted cocktails, our bourbon bar is a destination of its own. Whether you're an enthusiast or exploring bourbon for the first time, our collection offers something exceptional for every guest.
A Place to Celebrate
Distilled has become a gathering place for celebrations, private events, business dinners, and everyday moments worth remembering. Our team takes pride in creating warm, personalized experiences for every guest who walks through our doors.
Continuing the Tradition
Today, Distilled continues to serve Lexington with chef-crafted cuisine, exceptional bourbon, and heartfelt hospitality. As our story grows, our commitment remains the same—to create memorable dining experiences that keep guests coming back.
Distilled Table
Where every detail
tells a story
From the first dusting of flour to the final pour of wine, Sicilia Mia is a living expression of what Italian cooking means — not just the food, but the people, the rituals, and the warmth that surrounds them
The family
gnocchi carbonara
Lobster Dinner
In the kitchen
The dining room
Shared moments
Tableside craft
True hospitality
What We Stand For
Four principles behind every evening at Distilled
Craft
The Distilled Experience
More than a meal —
a Kentucky tradition
From the first pour to the last course, Distilled gathers people around tables that feel worth sitting at — where the bourbon is poured without rush and the evening unfolds exactly as it should.