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Why BBQ is the Best Decision You Will Make for Your Wedding
Let us settle this once and for all. BBQ at a wedding is not a casual choice. It is not a budget compromise. It is not something you choose because you could not think of anything else. BBQ at a wedding is a declaration. It says: we know who we are, we know what our...
Why J. Render’s Southern Table and Bar Believes in the Power of Live Local Music
There is a moment that happens at J. Render's on a good Friday or Saturday night. The food is on the table. The drinks are poured. And then the music starts. Something shifts in the room. Conversations get warmer. People lean in a little closer. Strangers at the bar...
Ten Years at the Table … How J. Render’s Became Lexington’s Southern Home
Ten years ago, a little southern restaurant opened its doors in Beaumont Centre with a simple promise. Great food. Genuine hospitality. A place where everyone feels welcome. That restaurant was J. Render's Southern Table and Bar. And Lexington, you showed up. A decade...
Why the J. Render’s Speakeasy is Lexington’s Best Kept Secret for Private Events
If you have been to J. Render's Southern Table and Bar in Beaumont Centre, you already know about the food. The slow-smoked brisket. The house-made sauces that people drive across town for. The happy hour that has become something of a Lexington institution (it’s...
Coworking at J. Render’s: Where Community, Comfort, and Productivity Meet
In today’s world of remote work and laptops-on-the-go, finding the right place to focus can be the secret sauce to getting things done. That’s why we’re thrilled to announce something new and exciting here at J. Render’s: our Speakeasy is now open weekdays for...
Raise a Glass—Without the Buzz: Mocktails Are Now on the Menu!
We’re always looking for ways to make everyone feel welcome – whether you’re sipping bourbon or going booze-free. That’s why we’re thrilled to roll out something refreshing: our brand-new Southern-style mocktails!
Prime Rib at Renders: Our Service is a Cut Above, and So is This Dish!
We proudly offer smoked prime rib as a special every Thursday from 5 pm until close. And if you’re lucky, you might even catch our open-face prime rib sandwich for lunch—buttered toast with taters, prime rib, and gravy.
Introducing the Bloody Bull – A Bold Twist on a Classic
At J. Render’s, we love taking classic flavors and giving them our unique twist, and our newest drink, the Bloody Bull, is no exception! This savory cocktail is inspired by the traditional Bloody Mary but with an exciting upgrade—beef broth. The result? A richer, more...
The Art of Perfect Ribs: Why J. Render’s Competition-Style is the Best
At J. Render’s, we believe that a well-cooked rib should have just the right amount of chew, allowing you to savor the flavors and craftsmanship into each rack. Our competition style ribs are slow-cooked to perfection, ensuring that the meat is tender, juicy, and full of smoky goodness, without losing its integrity.
Derby Cocktails Feature on ABC36
We were lucky enough to be featured on Let's Talk Kentucky this Spring 2024 Season! Our very own Davonna was asked to visit the ladies of LTK and show off our Derby themed cocktail & mocktail options. We created the Stone Fence bourbon cocktail with fresh spanked...