Lexington, Kentucky, Fayette
359 customer reviews
Dane Adams
There are not many places I give five stars but everything about Lyle's is exceptional. At this point my family and I are craving burnt ends and brisket every second of the day.
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Jason Davis
Great food. Drink machine seems to be messed up.
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John Sproul
Finally a good BBQ place! Great food, clean, family friendly, and nice staff. Can't ask for much more than that.
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Don McGinnis
Food is always good ,tried the burnt ends for the first time. I was extremely surprised how delicious they were. The only problem I have is they sell out of items fast,and the selection can be limited. You need to get there early to insure you can get what you want. More...
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Victor Espinosa
Good food and service.
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Susie Hammond
Yummy!!!!
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Heather Farley
Yummy
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Phillip Meece
Absolutely love Lyles, I get the loaded fries with beef brisket almost everytime and it never disappoints!
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Holly Shouse
Amazing!!
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Rob Blystone
Great food but don't wait too long as once it is gone, it's gone for the day. Try the hush puppies as they are fried to perfection. Open and airy atmosphere with a couple TV's around to see whatever game is on. No outside seating and the dining room fills up quickly. Go through the line and order and then they will bring the food to you. Can occasionally be a bit longer to get the food after ordering but has always been worth the wait. More...
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Donna Mitchell
I went because it was on diner,drive in and dives, it had changed names and new owners. Excellent food.
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Alice B.
We went to Lyles for a birthday dinner. The atmosphere was nice. It is a smaller restaurant, but it felt like there was enough room. I had a pulled pork sandwich with green beans and slaw. The best park of the sandwich was the bun. It was buttery, slightly toasted, yet soft. I used two of the available sauces that I tried, though there were several more. My only complaint about the pulled pork was that it could have used more pulling. I like the meat looser. However, the meat was moist, flavorful, and plentiful. I saved half, bought another bun, and sauced it for later. The green beans were also really good, though I think there was just a little too much black pepper for my taste. The slaw has apple in it, and I did enjoy it. My friends arrived first and tried the pig wings as appetizers, which they loved. The sweet tea was also good. My daughter had a baked potato with beef, and she finished it without complaint, which is unusual for her. She's always been a picky eater. Four out of six of us took home leftovers for a second meal. I grew up in Texas, love BBQ, and I approve of this restaurant. More...
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bill green
Make sure you get the macaroni
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Tyler Nelson
Cool little place in Lexington. The burnt ends plate is great. Loaded fries are to die for. Great location and good staff. A quaint bbq place for a busy town. More...
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Susan Hester
Best BBQ in town and the kids clear their plates each time which is unusual since they are such picky eaters. The entire staff is super friendly and the portions are generous. Stop in and see momma Lyle and sample her banana pudding while you are there. More...
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Marcus senior Minix
Great
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Toacca Taylor
This place truly lived up to its ratings! The pulled pork bbq potato was delicious in every sense of the word! The service was amazing! The staff was very friendly and willing to help and make suggestions! Will definitely be back to visit! More...
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Juan L.
Went here for the first time ever! I had their special dish called pig wings and although it doesn't look like much, they had a lot more meat on them than I had expected. It was fun trying out a bunch of their sauces, but my favorite was the white sauce that tasted a bit like horseradish. More...
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Brad Morgan
Great food
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Goodloe Napier
Place is just awesome. Simple menu which is very welcome in BBQ. It will be weekly for.me.
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mark boian
Easily the best BBQ in town. Great sauces
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Tara Murphy
We were in town for a baseball tournament and looking to feed thirteen families with 15 year old boys. The food was absolutely delicious and the desserts great! More than enough food when priced per head and great service. Would definitely recommend them for any catering needs More...
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john howard
Damn good BBQ and service !
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Marc Wessel
Omg this BBQ is freaking amazing
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tylar sayeed
Excellent bbq nachos. tasty variety of sauces.
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T S
Awesome bbq
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Ruth DeLacey
This is an awesome barbecue place that has a laid-back, family atmosphere. The brisket and pulled pork are good, but it is awfully pricey. It's good if you like Southern-style cooking. Since it is a local business, they often sell out of things. More...
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Alana M.
BBQ!!! Of course in any place that does BBQ, I always start with the ribs. They didn't actually have a combo platter, which would have been great since I would have like to try more than one thing at a time. But, what I did get, I was very happy with. Of course ribs were the first thing I got. I like mine dry... If I want wet ribs, I like to do the sauce myself... Now the sauces they had were 6 different options. Now, you know I tried every one of them right? I did. and they were all fantastic. My favorite by far was the vinegar. But I am a vinegar sauce kind of gal. I will always choose a vinegar sauce over all the other ones. Now I did also use the spicy as well... back and forth... vinegar, spicy, vinegar, spicy... yesss!!! And the green beans were delicious. Alot of restaurants focus on the meats and not the sides. The sides, I believe are just as important at a BBQ joint. These are not just a can of green beans heated up, they put some work into them! The granny smith coleslaw was pleasant as well. Now them pickles, them pickles! I love pickles. I should have gotten extra of those. The hush puppies were ok, but I am not huge on them, so don't mind me. More...
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David K.
First time eating here tonight. I would definitely give this place more stars than five if I could. Food is amazing with great prices. Â I will definitely be a returning customer. More...
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Dawnita S.
Everything was amazing. Great choices of BBQ sauce, something for everyone. I loved the bourbon bbq with brisket. Try the homemade pickles! The best bbq I've had in town!
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Kevin Lyne
Great food, service was struggling. Ordered and paid for food, but since they didn't take my name on order, either cancelled or didn't bring order out to dining room? One of 3 tables in dining room... Re-made order only once i asked about it. Order was 12 hush puppies, didn't even get them all. Struggling. Excited to try the new restaurant still, just hope they can find good help. More...
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Noland Aull
The pulled pork sandwich with slaw and some of their original BBQ sauce is one of the tastiest quick bites I've had all year! Be sure to wash it down with a Kentucky Bourbon Barrel and relax in their very snug interior. Located alongside several varying eateries, Lyles is a special treat in an oasis of special treats. A must visit! More...
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Sherry Hosler
Delicious
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Jeremiah Chavez
Amazing brisket and sides. The sauces were the perfect flavor addition to each bite. Friendly service.
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Brian Quintana
Small, but comfortable place. Not packed in like other places. Good smoked meats, not overdone. They let the meat and quality smoke speak for itself. The sides are awesome! First time here, but we will be back. More...
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Dave Arterburn
Great pulled chicken
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Jami Benning
Great locally owned BBQ - way better food and service than any chain BBQ in the area. Not greasy. Sauces so good you could bathe in them. Good and friendly service. Try the hush puppies. The little stick of chewing gum is a nice touch. :) More...
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Adam Malone
Stopped in for a brisket sandwich and a beer. I ordered the granny smith slaw and green beans for sides. The lady that took my order was very nice, easily took a coupon I had on my phone for my birthday(thanks). Took a few extra minutes to come out, and it was worth the wait. The slaw was sweet and tart, not too runny or too dry. Green beans were a little peppery but still cooked well with great flavor. The brisket was juicy and smokey. The bun was super soft, added a little bit of their bourbon bbq sauce and it was one of the best brisket sandwiches I've had in a long time. For less than $15(without coupon) I had a great sandwich two sides and a Kentucky ale. More...
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Marsha L.
This is just a place to get good, solid bbq. I don't personally eat pork so I get the pulled chicken and it's always great, not dried out or chewy, and my family gets pulled pork and really like it. The skinny little little fries and good and the smoked man and cheese is fantastic. More...
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Tim S.
Was out in Kentucky for work and wanted some legit bbq. This place hit the spot. Friendly service and devoured the pulled pork sandwich I had. The french fires were on point and the smoked Mac and cheese was good. Which this place was out in California More...
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Chris P.
Hands down my favorite bbq joint in Kentucky. Period. There's some really good ones out there of course, but this has got them beat. Everyone I have had join me here says the same thing! It's just done the right way. Like, ya know, with a little refinement. There's nothing worse than going somewhere that has great meat options and the sides are just trash. Happens way too often. Not here! The smoked Mac and cheese, the hush puppies, the Granny Smith slaw, the... ok you get it. How's the meat though? Perfect. Not super aggressively smoked and not bland. It all has great color and it's a sweeter smoke with no bitter aspects. I usually get the brisket. As one of the hardest cuts of meat to truly master, well... they mastered it. I crave it often haha. The sauces though! There's 6 or 7 now. They are all super good. The Alabama white has tons of flavor and it tastes like it had fresh horseradish in it. So good. Get yourself a banana pudding on your way out. Trust me on that Everyone here has always been nice to me and my friends. Nice service. I like how the inside functions like most bbq restaurants do. You walk up and order, then it's brought out to you. Not the whole waitstaff thing. No thanks on that. I also want to mention that it's very clean and has some great big TVs too. I really don't have any complaints at all here! It's so good and it's a must try More...
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David K.
Best brisket I've ever had anywhere period. Tender and delicious. Pulled pork was excellent and the smoked chicken was juicy and very tasty. Sides were spot on. I'm not a fan of hush puppies but I ate all of them. Banana pudding finished it off. Yummi! Service was friendly and helpful. Love this please! Come on down! More...
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Kurt K.
This is our go-to, favorite bbq place! We always get a great meal, and the sauces and sides are awesome! My favorite is the spicy and Carolina sauce. We signed up for the Email club which makes the price even better. Just tried the brisket and it was delicious and fork-tender! Just delicious! More...
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Pamela Gonzales
Great bbq. Had ribs. But hardly any flavors of sauce to purchase. Low inventory.
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Kirsten Harman
I had no idea where this restaurant was located and didnt care because its bbq; never been a huge fan. Scrolled on some webpage and their site popped up, with a free sandwich pop-up. Of course, i enter my email n recieved the coupon.I'm so glad i took the time to try it out because its the best damn bbq ive had in years! Its tender n flavorful, with amazing home made sauces you can choose from. I felt like a little kid, giddy because i had just found my new spot to smash some amazing bbq!!!! Yay!!! There sides, may be few but they are perfectly done! The slaw is amazing and im in love with the hush puppies. I cant wait to go back and try the home made mac n cheese and the bake beans, yummmmm! Also, the atmosphere is so inviting and homey! The owner, beautiful little woman treats you like a loved family member and the crew she keeps...well yall are amazing! Thank you for allowing me to enjoy some wonderful food with humbly smiling faces and great attitudes! They aim to please and well you went beyond!Love love love this place!!!! More...
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Susie mauiboosue
mmmm good
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Daniel Gorash
Good BBQ and people!
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Douglas Sewell
Amazing BBQTry the loaded fries!!!
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Stacy L.
Have been wanting to try this place for a while. Â Signed up for their mailing list and received a coupon for a free pulled pork sandwich. Â Finally redeemed it today. Â I got the puller pork sandwich and the smoked mac & cheese. Â Once I placed my to-go order I waited about 5 minutes or so for my food. Â While I waited I checked out the variety of available sauces. Â I decided to sample 3 of them. Sweet, spicy and bourbon. Â They were all very good. Â The spicy had just enough of a kick without being too much. The sweet was just right. Â And honestly the bourbon tasted similar to the sweet for me. Â It was good though! Â I like that the sandwich was served dry, so that you could add as much or as little sauce as you wanted. Â It was tender and had very good flavor. Â The highlight of the meal to me was the mac & cheese! Â It was oh so good! Â Great flavor and it was unlike any other mac & cheese I've ever had. I wish the portion was bigger because I definitely wanted more. The customer was excellent. Â The lady at the counter was very nice. Â Great first impression. I plan to come back and try the potato salad and get some more of that mac & cheese. More...
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Brad Towe
Good pulled pork, burnt ends and brisket. I also dig the green beans (garlic) and baked beans. The sandwich buns are very soft and don't get in the way of the meat. Sauces are on the vinegar side.
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