Rooftop Garden Seating Now Available
Wednesday-Sunday, starting at 5PM.
Make A Request For Your Reservation Today!
(VALET AVAILABLE EVERY EVENING STARTING AT 5)
CHEF’S NIGHTLY SPECIALS
Friday, September 18, 2026
LOADED POTATO BISQUE 9
SPICY ITALIAN MEATBALL FARFALLE 38
carrots, onions, sweet peppers, piquillo cream
SEARED HALIBUT 48
parsnip-pear puree, herb & shallot farro, broccolini, pear & pecan slaw
14 OZ BONE-IN VEAL CHOP 75
sauteed asparagus, garlic - parmesan croquette, roasted garlic & rosemary butter
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.
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.
We can't wait to see you.