Dudley's on Short
Dudley's on Short
Lexington Kentucky Fine Dining Since 1981
 

Dudley’s on Short

 
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Private Dining available for large groups

Happy Hour: Mon - Thurs, 4:30-6:00

1/2 Price Oysters / Every Sunday starting at 5:00

Rooftop Dining available Wed - Sun starting at 5:00

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Every Sunday 1/2-priced oysters & champagne

Served in our Lounge

(VALET AVAILABLE EVERY EVENING STARTING AT 5)

CHEF’S NIGHTLY SPECIALS

Saturday, October 18, 2025

TOMATO BISQUE 9

SHRIMP RIGATONI 38

mushroom ragout bianco & local kale

SWORDFISH 45

onion & fennel soubise, piquillo emulsion, fennel salad

BONE-IN VEAL CHOP (14oz) 68

wilted spinach, herb roasted local radish, date butter

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259 West Short Street

Lexington, KY 40507

Phone

859-252-1010

Hours

Dinner- Sun -Thurs 5:00 - 10:00

Dinner- Fri - Sat 5:00 - 11:00

Brunch: Fri, Sat, & Sun 11:00 - 2:30



the best of bluegrass hospitality in The Heart of downtown Lexington

Dudley's on Short has been a Lexington staple and culinary trailblazer since 1981. We prioritize local foods, preparing the finest ingredients simply and with exceptional hospitality. 

About Us

Winner of

Southern Living’s Best of the South — Restaurant: Kentucky in 2017 and 2019


Voted by Open Table diners as one of the best restaurants around.


 

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259 W. Short Street, Lexington, KY 40507

 

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