
Lexington’s Urban County Council recently approved a zone change near the intersection of , clearing the way for a new four-story apartment building. Previously a light industrial zone, the site is within walking distance to popular Jefferson St. corridor. The developer of the proposed property, , plans to offer .

is now open to the public, becoming one of the first businesses to launch at , a high profile commercial development at the intersection of Man O’ War Blvd. and Nicholasville Rd. Featuring upscale American cuisine, the restaurant offers patrons a menu that is 95% made from scratch and emphasizes wood-fired preparation techniques.



A new is opening near Southland Christian Church. Located at this will occupy the location that previously housed Applebee’s.

The former location of the Romany Kroger will soon open as an upscale grocery store. Located at , this will be the 12 IGA location and it will be designed differently from its Eastern Kentucky locations to fit the needs of the area.

Yet to be named downtown eatery is coming this summer to North Limestone in the space formerly occupied by Merritt Furniture – a joint venture by the folks from !

The team that brought us A Cup of Common Wealth is opening the city’s first chocolate bar in early February., located at , will offer specialty chocolates in various forms.

Jonathan Lundy, previously of Coba Cocina and Jonathan at Gratz Park, is bringing a fresh take on Latin cuisine to one of Lexington’s highest profile locations. , opening today at , will offer diners an innovative and affordable Latin-inspired menu paired with Spanish and South American wines.

is expanding its presence in Lexington, with construction underway at . The planned facility, located off Newtown Pike, offers direct access to major highways and is being built in conjunction with . FedEx declined to reveal the size or cost of the project.

After closing in December 2015, will be making its return to Lexington. The new location will open in March at , the former location of Shorty’s Market.

The University of Kentucky to purchase and renovate University Inn Hotel at cost of $16.5 million for offices