Hello all! It's mid-January so you know what that means...it's time for you and yours to start thinking about those Valentine's Day reservations! And let me tell you, there are plenty of really nice places to choose from here in Lexington. We've been doing some research and getting all the scoop so you guys can see what all the deals are in your price range. Whether you're looking to pull out all the stops, or you wanna go easy on the wallet this Valentine's season, we've got the perfect place for you! To make things easy for you, we broke down our list of restaurants into three categories: casual, semi-fancy, and super fancy. We want you to have all the information you need to make the right decision for your special night, so not only are we giving you a price range, we're also letting you in on any specials deals and menus that we're stumbled upon in our queries. So go ahead and scroll on down to see what all we have in store!

Casual restaurants:

• Sutton's: Sutton's prides itself on being a restaurant that employs a wide variety of menu options that appeal to every kind of budget. They'll be offering special pricing on top shelf bourbons, such as Pappy Van Winkle and Blanton's, while the food specials will include prime rib, Cioppino, and bourbon caramel bread pudding. You'll be able to make reservations for Valentine's Day, but they're certainly not needed. www.suttonsrestaurant.com - (859) 268-2068
• Wallace Station/Windy Corner Market/Smithtown Seafood (both locations): Ouita Michel's casual restaurants will feature Valentine's Day specials on the big day. All four places are pretty fast-casual and budget-friendly, and reservations are not necessary - just drop in whenever you'd like! 
• West Sixth Brewery - If you're feeling like spending the evening enjoying some locally brewed craft beers then look no further! These guys are offering a pretty sweet package (both literally and figuratively!), including a "box of chocolates" flight, chocolates, a bottle of beer to split, and a grab-bag filled with all kinds of West Sixth swag. You can pre-order tickets for this event now at www.eventbrite.com for $25, or purchase tickets day-of for $30. 

Semi-fancy:

• Honeywood: Ouita Michel's newest endeavor, Honeywood, will be offering Valentine's Day specials beginning on February 8th and running through February 18th. So if you can't make it out to dinner on the big day then don't fret - you'll have time before and after the 14th to enjoy some good ol' southern cooking. If you're planning on celebrating on Valentine's Day, they ask that you make a reservation ahead of time. www.honeywoodrestaurant.com - (859) 469-8234
• Palmer's: They're pulling out all the stops at Palmer's for your Valentine's Day celebrations! Along with a specially designed food and drink menu, you'll be able to enjoy live music as you eat. As you can imagine, this event is by reservation only, so get those plans set in stone ASAP! www.palmersfreshgrill.com - (859) 273-0103
• Sage Rabbit: The folks over at the Sage Rabbit have some cool stuff in store for their patrons this Valentine's Day; not only do they have their regular menu, they're also featuring a Valentine's Day-themed menu. This special menu revolves around a red, black, and white theme, featuring 7 menu items ranging from appetizers to desserts, all made in-house of course. Seating for this event is limited, so reservations are recommended. www.thesagerabbit.com - (859) 523-2095 
• Lockbox at 21c: This swanky restaurant inside of the 21c Hotel will feature an a la carte Valentine's Day special that promises to be really nice. If you're planning on enjoying a nice evening in this hip joint then you'd better go ahead and make reservations; last year they were booked up almost immediately! www.lockboxlex.com - (859) 899-6860 

Super Fancy:

• Holly Hill Inn: Ouita Michel's flagship establishment will be offering their annual Valentine's Day Aphrodisiac's meal; this 6-course meal will be offered on Valentine's Day, while a 4-course or 6-course dinner will also be offered the weekend before and the weekend after Valentine's Day (in case you can't make it there on the big day). They will also be serving a Sweeheart Brunch on February 10th-11th and February 17th-18th. Reservations are required for both events, so be sure to get those shored up soon! www.hollyhillinn.com - (859) 846-4732
• Kentucky Castle: Kentucky's very own castle in Versailles will be serving a 4-course meal that promises to enchant on all levels. In addition to the dinner, each person will receive some champagne in a commemorative champagne flute, Kentucky Castle chocolates, and s'mores on the rooftop after dinner. You can even reserve a room inside the castle if you wish to make this Valentine's Day one you won't soon forget! This special runs from February 10th-15th and reservations will be required for dinner. If you do decide to spend the night you'll have to act fast; rooms are available in limited quantities, so get those rooms booked STAT! www.thekentuckycastle.com 
• Jean Farris Winery: Located a few minutes outside of Lexington proper, Jean Farris will be offering a prix fixe menu featuring 3 courses for $60 per person, in addition to their regular menu. The Valentine's Day special will run from February 9th-1tth, as well as on Valentine's Day itself. Reservations are always recommended, even more so on Valentine's Day, so get those tables booked now! www.jeanfarris.com - (859) 263-9463
• Blue Heron Steakhouse: You'll want to get on over to Blue Heron to check out their special Valentine's Day menu on the double! Reservations are recommended for your special day, so hurry up and give them a call! blueheronsteakhouse.com - (859) 254-2491
• Minton's at 760: Another great local restaurant in downtown Lexington, Minton's at 760 is offering a special 4-course prix fixe for your Valentine's Day dining pleasure. At $50 per person, you'll definitely enjoy a treat-yo-self night out on the town with your significant other! They're already taking reservations so get on the phone and reserve your spot now! www.mintonsat760.com - (859) 948-1874
• Portofino: Feeling like heading downtown for a nice Italian meal? In addition to the regular menu, you can enjoy a special Valentine's Day menu; the fine people at Portofino recommend making a reservation beforehand so you can make sure you have a place in line for the big day. portofinolexington.com - (859) 253-9300
• Distilled at Gratz Park: Reservations are available now for Valentine's Day at 5 PM, 7 PM, and 9 PM to accommodate couples at any given time. distilledatgratzparkinn.com - (859) 255-0002 

So whether you want to grab a quick bite to eat or dine out in style, we've got you covered! We think that every couple ought to be able to celebrate Valentine's Day, no matter what your budget! Here at Bluegrass Bourbon and Eats, we want to make sure you get all the scoop on this and other big food holidays; that's why we'll try our very hardest to keep you updated with the latest information on a lot of your favorite local establishments. If we've missed anything please let us know; we love having your feedback! We want to give a special shout-out to all the restaurants in this post that took the time to get back with us so that you can have a head's up about what to expect from places on Valentine's Day; thanks for sharing! This post will be updated if we hear of some more specials to pass along to you, our faithful readers! 

*We relied on email correspondence for the majority of this post. Anything we didn't get from the restaurants directly we pulled from their respective websites or social media sites.