Lexington Restaurant Week begins Thursday, July 23, giving local chefs a chance to showcase unique dishes full of flavor. Customers will also get to connect with a historical neighborhood turned culinary destination.

Cole Arimes, the owner and executive chef of Epping's on Eastside, told LEX News he's honored to play a part in the transformation of the Warehouse Block. Before the restaurant became a hot spot for dinner and brunch, the building was home to Epping Bottling Works.

Now, it sits on one of Lexington's coolest blocks.

"This neighborhood was my stomping ground, back when it was a lumber company here," Arimes said.

In 2019, he opened Epping's at the corner of Walton and National. The restaurant survived extension renovations, and then the pandemic, thanks to dishes like chicken satay and beef tataki bringing in hungry diners.

"It's a little bit of food from around the world," he said. "I mean, I give the chefs the ability to really kind of do what they're passionate about at the time."

Arimes runs other restaurants, too, including Cole's 735 Main and The V at the Vine. As he's built his culinary resume, so has the Warehouse Block.

During Lexington Restaurant Week, he hopes locals will book a reservation and end up exploring other small businesses in the neighborhood.

"Local restaurants are important," Arimes said. "I think we're the cornerstone of neighborhoods. I think all the restaurants in the Warehouse Block are the main draw to get people here."

Lexington Restaurant Week runs until August 2. Organizers said despite higher operating costs this year, restaurants are keeping the same Prix Fixe price points. For a full list of participating restaurants, click here.

Enjoy delicious meals with a beautiful lakeside view at Palmers Fresh Grill. The restaurant at Lexington Green features the freshest seafood, as well as tender, juicy steaks, chicken, and chops. All are prepared to perfection and paired with an exquisite wine selection and craft cocktails.

Jennifer Palumbo takes you to Palmers Fresh Grill to see what's on the menu for 2026 Lexington Restaurant Week.

Palmers Fresh Grill

Address: 161 Lexington Green Circle

Phone: (859) 273-0103

Website: Palm ers Fresh Grill Fresh Seafood and Patio Dining - Lexington, Kentucky

2026 Lexington Restaurant Week

When: Thursday, July 23 - Sunday, August 2

Website: Menus - Lexington Restaurant Week

Bella Notte Italian Trattoria is celebrating 30 years in Lexington. It was founded three decades ago with a focus on quality and fresh ingredients that enhance natural flavor, allowing ingredients to speak for themselves. 

Bella Notte will be featured in the 2026 Lexington Restaurant Week with specials that celebrate the restaurant's 30

 anniversary.

Lexington Restaurant Week is from July 23 through August 2. You can find a list of specials and make reservations at Menus - Lexington Restaurant Week.

Bella Notte Italian Trattoria

Address: 3715 Nicholasville Road, Lexington, Kentucky

Phone: (859) 245-1789

Website: Bella Notte | Fresh. Local. Seasonal. | Lexington, KY