s te’ a St Tastes TOP 1 Freight House, Paducah The city’s new farm-to-table restaurant with traditional Southern flair features a seasonally changing menu based on the bounty available from its agricultural partners. Already gaining a reputation for its outstanding bourbon selection, it’s been named a Great Bourbon Bar of America. 270-908-0006 www.freighthousefood.com C ulinary Kentucky? You bet! Take your appetite on a gourmand’s adventure to big city epicurean meccas, Louisville and Lexington, and small-town foodie hot spots across the state. 2 DiFabio’s Casepela, Louisville Homemade lasagna, manicotti, chicken piccata and nearly a dozen appetizers satisfy guests at this hometown favorite looking for authentic Italian fare. But leave room for the cheesecake. Made in-house like the restaurant’s other sweets, it comes in three flavors: Samoas cookie, three-layer cappuccino and Mandarin walnut with white chocolate. 4 York Street Café, Newport On the first floor of a circa-1880s Queen Anne building, this local favorite is known for its hearty “conversation boards” that are perfect for sharing — each with lots of color, texture and flavor. Décor is eccentric and delightfully kitschy. Gallery shows and live music are offered. 6 Billy Ray’s Restaurant, Prestonsburg Locals love the friendly feel and comfort-food cooking at this family-style restaurant that proclaims to be home of the “Original Pool Room Hamburger,” along with scratch-made chicken and dumplings, turkey and dressing, meatloaf and mashed potatoes. 859-261-9675 www.yorkstonline.com 270-825-1900 www.difabios.com 3 Harbor Restaurant & Tavern, Somerset Whether ending a perfect day on Lake Cumberland or making a special trip for lunch or dinner, don't miss the signature catfish or grouper at this gem at Lee's Ford Marina. You'll also find great views, a full bar and live music on summer weekends. 5 606-886-1744 www.facebook.com/Billy-Rays-Restaurant-140427879354501 Beaumont Inn, Harrodsburg Recipient of a James Beard America’s Classic award, the inn has three restaurants under one gracious roof: the linen-draped Main Dining Room, the Old Owl Tavern bar and grill and the cozy Owl’s Nest. Dine on classic Kentucky fare and specialties, including yellow-legged fried chicken, country ham, corn pudding and General Robert E. Lee orange-lemon cake — dishes that once wowed pioneering food critic Duncan Hines. 7 Harland Sanders Café and Museum, Corbin Remember those secret 11 herbs and spices? They were developed by the Colonel right here in the 1940s. Order some fried chicken, take a selfie with “Col. Sanders” and see KFC memorabilia. And go ahead and lick your fingers; it’s expected. 606-528-2163 http://bit.ly/2ep2A3Q 606-636-6426 www.leesfordmarina.com 859-734-3381 www.beaumontinn.com 18 1-800-225-8747 / 1-800-225-TRIP
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