Join this 3-hour walking adventure through downtown Lexington, savoring small plates and cocktails while learning about LGBTQ+ history. Celebrate community, culture, and cuisine with Bites of the Bluegrass!
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
3 hours
Fitness Level
Basic fitness is sufficient since the tour involves moderate, flat walking with frequent stops.
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History
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Bites of the Bluegrass
Join this 3-hour walking adventure through downtown Lexington, savoring small plates and cocktails while learning about LGBTQ+ history. Celebrate community, culture, and cuisine with Bites of the Bluegrass!
Bites of the Bluegrass is a Lexington, Kentucky-based culinary tour operator that curates guided food, drink, and history experiences across downtown Lexington and the surrounding Bluegrass region.
The company offers a range of small-group and private experiences — from walking food tours to customized Private and Corporate Tours — designed to showcase local restaurants, distilleries, farms, and cocktail bars. Signature offerings include Haunted Lexington: Spirits, Frights, & Bites, the Distillery District Food & History Tour, the Downtown Walking Food & History Tour, Cocktails & Bites History Tour, and the Just a Few Miles South Culinary Tour with Chef Ouita Michel.
Private and Corporate Tours are available and can be tailored for birthdays, anniversaries, bachelorette weekends, and group celebrations. Tours emphasize accessible routes with minimal walking options and inclusive menu choices such as vegetarian and mocktail selections. The Just a Few Miles South Culinary Tour includes access to Saxony Farm, a bourbon flavor journey, and live music elements, while other tours pair tastings and plates across 4–6 stops in downtown Lexington.
Bites of the Bluegrass is featured on The Adventure Collective, providing an external reference point for planners and travelers researching Lexington food tours. Each itinerary highlights local ingredients, regional bourbon, and stories from Lexington's past, providing curated food and history experiences for guests planning a visit to Lexington, KY.
Location
Lexington, KY
Heart of the Bluegrass region
Tours Offered
6 unique tours
Culinary, history & haunted themes
Private & Corporate
Custom groups
Tailored for events and celebrations
Featured On
The Adventure Collective
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Wear comfortable walking shoes
The tour covers several blocks of downtown Lexington, so supportive shoes will keep you comfortable.
Bring a valid ID
You must be 21+ to enjoy the cocktail tastings, so have your ID handy for verification purposes.
Arrive early for parking
Downtown parking can fill up quickly; consider arriving 15 minutes early to find the best spots.
Notify of dietary restrictions
Inform the company ahead of time if you have any dietary restrictions or allergies to ensure accommodations.
Comfortable walking shoes
Good footwear helps keep you comfortable during the multi-stop walking tour.
Photo ID
Needed to confirm age for legal alcohol consumption at stops.
Light rain jacket or umbrella
Protects against unpredictable spring showers during the outdoor portions.
spring
Reusable water bottle
Stay hydrated, especially during warmer, more humid conditions.
summer