Epping’s on Eastside Menu – Lexington, KY

Type : Restaurant

Location : Lexington, KY

We’re a bit like our hometown: sophisticated, well-traveled, but grounded in our roots. We believe there’s nothing more important than taking time to dine well with family and friends in a beautiful space. And we have a passion for all things Bluegrass – curing our meats in-house, supporting the region’s diverse farming and food community, and keeping a local-first mindset in everything we do.

Epping’s is located in a renovated historic building that once held Epping Bottling Works, home to the hustle and spirit of local entrepreneur John G. Epping. Today, we are proud to honor that history and be part of the energy of downtown Lexington’s Warehouse Block.

Based on 393 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.5 stars. Price

✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Curbside pickup ✔️ No delivery

Epping's on Eastside 40502

Address:
264 Walton Ave, Lexington, KY 40502

Phone: (859) 971-0240

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Hours

Sunday 10 AM–2 PM, 4–9 PM
Monday

(Labor Day)
Closed
Tuesday 4–9 PM
Wednesday 4–9 PM
Thursday 4–9 PM
Friday 4–10 PM
Saturday 10 AM–2 PM, 4–10 PM

Menu

Dinner Menu
Soup De Jour
chef’s selected soup
$8.00
Blue Crab Bisque
pickled corn relish, charred poblano, blue crab
$12.00
Epping’s Chopped Salad
chopped iceberg lettuce, tomato, house bacon, avocado, hard cooked egg, Kenny’s cheddar, choice of house ranch, 1000 island, or buttermilk bleu cheese
$11.00
Mixed Greens Fattoush Salad
local greens, smashed & cured cucumber, AppHarvest cherry tomatoes, mint, shallot, sumac, lemon vinaigrette, crispy pita
$10.00
Southwest Caesar Salad
Bibb lettuce, roasted corn, anchovy, house croutons, parmesan-pecorino blend, creamy roasted green chili Caesar dressing
$11.00
Charcuterie & Cheese
chef’s selection of 2 house cured and smoked meats, 3 artisan cheeses, accoutrements, and grilled house sourdough
$27.00
Lamb Kabobs
house ground Colorado lamb shoulder, ras el hanout, yogurt aioli, sweet & spicy tomato coulis, petite cilantro, mint, pistachio, grilled bread (add Kabob – $7)
$16.00
Pretzels & Beer Cheese
house pretzel braids, sea salt, fermented mustard seed
$7.00
Heirloom Carrots
smoked and grilled, Maker’s Mark chipotle barbeque, lime crèma, cashew, cotija cheese, cilantro
$14.00
Crab Cakes
two 3oz “Thai style” crab cakes, blue crab, basil aioli, sesame pineapple, petite herbs
$30.00
NY Strip Tataki
chili crisp, fried garlic, scallion, pickled ginger, ginger ponzu
$25.00
New Orleans BBQ Shrimp
worcestershire, lemon, garlic butter, grilled house sourdough
$17.00
Vegetable Spring Rolls
Shiitake mushrooms, carrot, mixed cabbages, fresh basil, tamarind sweet & sour
$14.00
Muhammara Dip
Roasted local sweet peppers, pistachio, pomegranate molasses, extra virgin olive oil, crispy pita chips
$13.00
Spicy Korean Cucumbers
sesame gochujang dressing, shallot, scallion, crispy garlic, micro cilantro
$13.00
Pork Belly Burnt Ends
Compart Farms Duroc pork, house chili rub, red chili honey, smoked pineapple salsa, crispy pork rind, petite cilantro
$15.00
House Made Gnocchi
Local summer squash, sun-dried tomato pesto, herbed bread crumbs, fresh basil, pecorino-romano
$18.00
Crispy Brussels Sprouts
red chili honey, yogurt aioli, pickled onion, pine nuts, orange zest
$13.00
Seared Chicken Satay
marinated and seared Gerber Farms chicken skewers, cucumber salad, peanut sauce, pickled chilis, cilantro, crushed peanut
$16.00
Beef Tallow Fries
sides house tomatillo ketchup & chipotle mayo
$9.00
Smoked Salmon Tartine
Smoked Scottish salmon, toasted house sourdough, jalapeño cream cheese, cucumber, pickled red onion, toasted sesame seeds
$17.00
Braised Pork Cheeks
Berkshire pork, crispy polenta, arrabbiata, pecorina romano, salsa verde
$18.00
Buttermilk Braised Chicken
two bone-in quarter portions, Maker’s Mark bourbon BBQ glaze, sweet corn hoe cake, smoked onion butter, red cabbage slaw
$28.00
Broiled Miso Salmon
pickled corn relish, grilled broccolini, citrus cashew cream
$35.00
Grilled Wagyu Picanha Steak
Snake River Farms wagyu beef, coffee & cocoa rub, fingerling potatoes, shishito pepper, cherry tomato, sweet corn, roasted garlic butter
$46.00
Red Lentil Curry
basmati rice, fresh herb chutney, toasted almond, grilled naan
$26.00
Quinoa En Nogada
stuffed fire roasted poblano, citrus cashew cream, pickled onion, roasted cashew, petite cilantro, crispy corn tortilla **add: shrimp $12, salmon $14, chicken $8
$27.00
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*These items are cooked to order. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, shellfish or eggs may increase your risk of food bourne illness. Please make us aware of any food allergies.
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*These items are cooked to order. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, shellfish or eggs may increase your risk of food bourne illness. Please make us aware of any food allergies.
Brunch
French Toast
house raisin bread, powdered sugar, berry compote, chantilly cream, maple syrup, side fresh fruit
$13.00
Avocado Toast
House sourdough, house guacamole, tajin, micro cilantro, lemon wedge, side fruit
$12.00
Biscuits And Sausage Gravy
Warm house made biscuits (2), house sausage gravy, fresh chives
$10.00
Eggs Benedict
Polenta cakes, crispy Prosciutto de Parma, poached eggs, provolone mournay, arugula
$15.00
Rj’s Breakfast Plate
two eggs any style, bacon or sausage links, redskin home fries, toast or biscuits
$14.00
Salmon Salad
Grilled Bakkafrost salmon, local greens, smashed and cured cucumber, AppHarvest cherry tomatoes, mint, shallot, sumac, lemon olive oil vinaigrette, cripsy pita
$20.00
Queso Pork Burrito
Smoked pulled pork, poblano rajas, spanish rice, refried beans, salsa verdé, chili con queso, house hot sauce, side fruit
$15.00
Fried Chicken Sandwich
Gerber Farms fried chicken breast, house cole slaw, house pickles, side chips
$15.00
The Burger
House-ground Allen Brother’s beef, choice of cheese, bibb lettuce, tomato, onion, house pickles, house bun, house made chips
$16.00
The Impossible Burger
impossible meat, choice of cheese, bibb lettuce, tomato, onion, house pickles, house bun, house made chips
$16.00
Fried Bologna Sandwich
House made and smoked bologna, shredded lettuce, tomato, house pickles, mayonnaise, Zatarain’s creole mustard, toasted house white bread, house chips
$16.00
Shrimp & Grits
White leg shrimp, Kenny’s white cheddar grits, broiled AppHarvest cherry tomatoes, redeye gravy, chives
$18.00
Sausage Links
Chicken links from Old Major Farms
$5.00
Bacon $5.00
Redskin Home Fries $5.00
Fresh Fruit $5.00
House Biscuits $5.00
Sausage Gravy $5.00
Two Eggs – Any Style $5.00
Kenny’s White Cheddar Grits
Zucchini Muffin
Bloody Mary
house bloody mary mix, salami, tomalive, cheddar, lime
Mimosa
sparkling wine, fresh squeezed orange juice
Bellini
sparkling wine, peach puree, raspberry
Roman Holiday
blood orange and Jack Rudy elderflower infused sparkling water, citrus oils
$8.00
The Eastsider
360° Vanilla Vodka, House-Blended Passion Fruit Liqueur, Passion Fruit Pureé, Fresh Squeezed Lime Juice, Lemon & Lime Soda
$12.00
Natini
Nate’s Coffee cold brew, 360° vanilla vodka, Franglico, créme de cacao
$12.00
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*These items are cooked to order. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, shellfish or eggs may increase your risk of food bourne illness. Please make us aware of any food allergies.
Dessert
Strawberry Rosé Tiramisu
rosé soaked lady fingers, marscapone créme, fresh strawberries, pistachio praline dust
$9.00
Vanilla Bean Cheesecake
smoked cream cheese, vanilla bean, macadamia shortbread crust, passion fruit curd, toasted coconut
$8.00
Yuzu Vanilla Custard
Black sesame struessel, shaved white chocolate, fresh mint
$8.00
Cherry Almond Chocolate Torte
flourless, dark chocolate, almond, Luxardo cherry reduction, chantilly cream
$9.00
Graeter’s & House Made Ice Creams
chocolate or vanilla (please ask about house made seasonal flavors)
$7.00
Happy Hour
$5.00 Featured Old-Fashioned
Wine – 1/2 Price All Wines By The Glass
Beer – $3.50 Mirror Twin “Warehouse Bock”
Epping’s On Eastside – Gluten-Free
Charcuterie & Cheese
chef’s selection of 2 house cured & smoked meats, 3 artisan cheeses, accoutrements, grilled house sourdough (served without the sourdough)
$27.00
NY Strip Tataki
chili crisp, fried garlic, scallion, pickled ginger (served without ponzu)
$13.00
Heirloom BBQ Carrots
smoked & grilled, Maker’s Mark chipotle barbeque, lime crèma, cashew, cotija cheese, cilantro
$14.00
Pork Belly Burnt Ends
Compart Farms Duroc pork, house chili rub, red chili honey, pickled corn relish, crispy pork rind (served without the pork rind)
$15.00
Chicken Satay
marinated, seared Gerber Farms chicken skewers, cucumber salad, peanut sauce, pickled chilis, cilantro, crushed cashew (served without the peanut sauce)
$16.00
New Orleans BBQ Shrimp
worcestershire, lemon, garlic butter, grilled house sourdough (served without the sourdough)
$17.00
Soup Du Jour
chef’s selection
$8.00
Blue Crab Bisque
pickled corn relish, charred poblano, blue crab
$12.00
Mixed Greens Fattoush Salad
local greens, smashed & cured cucumber, AppHarvest cherry tomatoes, mint, shallot, sumac, lemon vinaigrette, crispy pita (served without pita)
$10.00
Epping’s Chopped Salad
chopped iceberg lettuce, tomato, house bacon, avocado, hard-cooked egg, Kenny’s cheddar, choice of house ranch, 1000 island, or buttermilk bleu cheese
$11.00
Southwest Caesar Salad
Bibb lettuce, roasted corn, anchovy, house croutons, parmesan-pecorino blend, creamy roasted green chili Caesar dressing (served without crouton)
$11.00
Quinoa En Nogada
stuffed fire roasted poblano, citrus cashew cream, pomegranate, roasted cashew, petite herbs, crispy corn tortilla (served without tortilla) add: chicken 7, shrimp 10, salmon 13, steak, 15
$26.00
Buttermilk Braised Chicken
two bone-in quarter portions, pineapple BBQ glaze, sweet corn hoe cake, smoked onion butter, red cabbage slaw (served without corn cake)
$36.00
Grilled Wagyu Picanha Steak
Snake River Farms beef, coffee & cocoa rub, fingerling potatoes, shishito pepper, cherry tomato, sweet corn, roasted garlic butter
$46.00
Red Lentil Curry
basmati rice, fresh herb chutney, toasted almond, grilled naan (served without naan)
$42.00

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Reviews

B Breutinger
Really good food, above average service, nice ambiance, good music. The prices are a bit high, but I would recommend this place for a special night out. I did not appreciate that a fee was added for using a credit card. To me, this is a business cost. It should already be factored in to the price of the meal. Then you could give a discount to those paying with cash if you choose to do so. Added fees are an insult.

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Peter Szajna
Fantastic brunch. Will be back on the regular. Best eggs I’ve ever had, Benedict polenta was 10/10, French toast could feed a battalion. Ian was a great server. Can’t go wrong with this place

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About Cupcakes
What an amazing place! Hostess was so sweet and helpful. Our server was attentive and friendly. Food is super fresh and delicious! Awesome, unique atmosphere.

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Jacob Alexander
Great food. Loved the design of the restaurant. Everyone working was very friendly and the owner personally came over to see how things were. Extremely LGBT friendly.

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Danielle Powell
First time experiencing brunch here and it was delicious. Service was polite and timely, atmosphere was great!

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Edward Wee
Amazing atmosphere very neat space and well laid out. We tried the Lexington Restaurant Week 4 course meal. The crab bisque had a great rich flavor, the chicken pakora was very good with a nice dipping sauce to cut some of the spicy. The pork lion could have had more flavor but the risotto and broccolini it came with was fabulous . The seared bronzini was the best of the night, fish was perfectly cooked and was plated over a lovely fregola pasta!!

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Amelia Dresher
immaculate vibe. the skylights bring in lots of welcoming rays of sun to shine upon your eggs benedict (which was delicious by the way). even though they were packed the bar staff was attentive and super nice.

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Danielle Gutierrez
We threw a surprise brunch for a friend recently and it was outstanding. The staff was very sweet and attentive. They even wished her happy birthday and comped her cappuccino! The morning ended with the whole restaurant serenading the birthday song to our friend.

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Aaron Blackham
Amazing dinner. First, I love a good Old Fashioned. Eppings has the best Old Fashioneds I’ve ever had in my life. Period. Full stop.

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Martina Holzhauer
Absolutely loved this restaurant when it first opened! Unfortunately, the switch to small plates tapas style has ruined it for me after many tries. I’ve tried nearly all of their dishes on their very large menu (17 small plates to be exact..) and none of them hit the spot. They try to be unique which I love but the flavor, quality, and price are all off. Also STAY AWAY if you have any sort of nut ALLERGIES. For a server to know the allergens on 20+ dishes on the menu is difficult so I’m not putting this on the server. However, almost all of their small plates have nuts which makes it nearly impossible for someone who is deathly allergic to eat here. If they want to charge upper tier prices they need to train their staff beyond the point of asking about allergens and alerting the kitchen (as we did and still had nut dishes brought out to us). The service is always subpar most of the staff doesn’t seem to have had the chance to try everything on the menu (again not on them since it’s so large). I’m just disappointed that I lost one of my all time favorite restaurants in town to their wild menu ideas. Bring back the OG Epping’s…

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