Griffin Gate Resort Dining

Dining

Whether relaxing by the pool, celebrating a round of golf or celebrating a special dinner, the Griffin Gate Marriott Resort is there to offer you our best in locally sourced options.

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JW's Lounge – Bar

Bluegrass Bistro

American

Savor Kentucky inspired farm to table cuisine at this award winning restaurant. Enjoy seasonal Specialty Cocktails and a variety of comfort foods.

Everyday
6:30 AM-11:00 AM, 11:30 AM-4:00 PM, 5:00 PM-11:00 PM
19th Hole Bar

19th Hole

American

Delight in light bites and beverages at 19th Hole, the newly renovated restaurant at our golf course in Lexington. Overlooking our beautiful grounds in the Bluegrass Country hills, 19th Hole is a refreshing respite for golf enthusiasts alike.

Everyday
8:00 AM-6:00 PM
Lobby, Cafe

Starbucks®

Coffee House

Stop by this coffee house in Lexington for our specialty coffees, pastries or tea throughout the day. Take home souvenirs in our newly updated gift shop. Enjoy cafe seating and check your email or social media with our complimentary Wi-Fi.

Everyday
6:30 AM-11:30 AM
Top Deck Pool Drinks

Top Deck

Sandwiches

Grab a quick bite, sandwiches, snacks, or a refreshing drink poolside at our golf resort near downtown Lexington. Overlooking our sprawling pool complex, Top Deck is an outdoor, seasonal poolside retreat.

Everyday
11:00 AM-7:00 PM

Bluegrass Bistro Bar (Limited Seating)

Treat yourself to a relaxing experience at Bluegrass Bistro Bar in Lexington, KY. Enjoy our kight bites and cocktails, our custom blend of bourbon or a bourbon flight. Gather with friends for casual dining in our chic bourbon bar.

Mon-Thu
Closed
Fri-Sat
5:00 PM-11:00 PM
Sun
11:00 AM-3:00 PM

Christmas Events

The Griffin Gate Resort welcomes you to a Winter Wonderland! Enjoy a winter igloo experience, Brunch with Santa or stay in our North Pole Suite! Then, get ready for BourbonCon, a bourbon convention held at the resort.

Kentucky Bourbon

Bourbon Machines

Experience bourbon like never before. Our self-serve bourbon machines in our Tasting Loft feature 15 regional bourbons and whiskeys for guests to enjoy, including rare selects like Pappy Van Winkle.

Bourbon Machine

Bourbon Tastings

Sippin' With Griffin

Join us in our Tasting Loft for unique bourbon tasting experiences with our distillery partners.

Lobby Fireplace

Kentucky Bourbon Trail

The Lexington Griffin Gate Marriott Golf Resort & Spa is located on the Kentucky Bourbon Trail. Use the resort as your home base as you explore the distilleries for Woodford Reserve, Maker's Mark, Buffalo Trace, Wild Turkey, Jim Beam & Many More!

MORE NEARBY OPTIONS

Tachibana

2.8 Miles

Authentic Japanese cuisine, with authentic Japanese Sushi Chefs. Our grounds are picturesque. Tachibana features a Sushi Bar and Room, Teppan Yaki Grills (Hibachi), Steak Room, Yakitori Room, authentic Tatami Rooms, and a Karaoke Room.
Tolly-Ho

3.4 Miles

Known for its burgers, but open 24-hours for cravings at any hour.
Joe Bologna's Restaurant & Pizzeria

4.0 Miles

The first restuarant in Lexington with 41 stained-glass windows. On the National Register of Historic Places.
Saul Good

4.8 Miles

Hip local chain serving pizzas, burgers & hearty entrees, plus global beers & cocktails.
Dudley's

5.0 Miles

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.
Carson's Food & Drink

5.8 Miles

Experience rustic refinement in a casual and comfortable atmosphere offering recipes paired with prohibition cocktails, hand selected wines and craft beers.
The Chop House

7.1 Miles

The Chop House® serves premium steaks and fresh, U.S.D.C. inspected seafood.
Malone's

7.8 Miles

Prime cuts & a bottomless salad deal, plus gluten-free options, mark this informal steakhouse chain.
Ramsey's

9.0 Miles

A Kentucky tradition., Ramsey's is the home of Kentucky cooking featuring "meat and three" (choice of 13 country style entrees combined with a choice of three out of 23 fresh veggies).
Merrick Inn

10.2 Miles

Offering the finest in traditional southern dining and innovative specials.
The Ketch Seafood Grill

12.3 Miles

Wood Grilled, Seafood, Steaks, Ribs and Chicken
Holly Hill Inn

13.7 Miles

A warm welcome awaits you at the Holly Hill Inn, a charming restaurant in the heart of Bluegrass Horse Country. The Inn, built ca. 1845, offers fine dining in an historic country setting just minutes from Lexington, Kentucky.

Lexington Griffin Gate Marriott Golf Resort & Spa