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Le Deauville Bistro, Distilled Bourbon Bar

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After the game, my wife and I returned to the Gratz Park Inn to rest a little before going out for the evening.  We both enjoyed a cup of the complimentary coffee as we walked around the Inn looking at the art and collection of books in the library.  One of the friendly staff at the front desk took time to tell us about the Gratz Park’s history and the two ghost who have made the inn their home.

That evening we decided to eat at Le Deauville, a French Bistro located just down the street from the Gratz Park Inn at 199 North Limestone.  The Le Deauville is the true definition of a French Bistro with an atmosphere which is warm and inviting.  It is the kind of place you could spend an enjoyable evening with good friends just drinking wine and talking.

 

My wife ordered the “Filet Mignon a La Bordelaise” with Potato Gratin and Haricot Vert.  She was very pleased with the meal and the filet was cooked to perfection.  I ordered the “Duck Confit” with Potatoes Lyonnaise and Baby Spinach in a creamy mustard sauce.  The duck was great and the combination of flavors was wonderful.  After finishing our meal we sat for while enjoying our surroundings and the atmosphere.  We plan to go back to the Le Deauville to try their fish and mussels.

Le Deauville
Le Deauville

Upon returning to the Gratz Park Inn we decided to visit the Distilled Bourbon Bar.  The Bourbon Bar is really nice and has an impressive selection of bourbons to choose from.  The bartender was a great guy who treats everyone as if they are old friends.  He is also very knowledgeable about bourbons and can answer your question and offer advice in selecting a bourbon.  My wife chose to have a glass of wine while I had to try one of the bourbons.  The bourbon I chose, Town Branch, is a newer brand and I have had several friends recommend it to me.  I ordered the bourbon neat so that I could better enjoy the flavors.  We sat at the bar and enjoyed our drinks while talking to the bartender and other patrons (sounds a little like Cheers, which we will talk about in another post).  A visit to the Distilled Bourbon Bar was a good way to end a great day.

 

Lexington Gratz Park Inn UK Wildcats

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Undefeated Season

Saturday was game day.  The University of Kentucky was playing Florida in the last game of the regular season.  The Wildcats were attempting to go undefeated.

We arrived early at our hotel the Gratz Park Inn, which is located on West Second Street in the Historic District of downtown Lexington.  Stepping into the Gratz Park is to step back into time.  You can feel the charm of the old South, but turn a corner and you are in the 1920’s, the Inn is a stroll through time.

When staying at the Gratz Park Inn, you must allow yourself time to explore and enjoy all the Inn has to offer.  Enjoy the many works of art as you talk to the well informed staff.  Go to the library and sit in a leather chair, sipping a cup of coffee while  scanning a wonderful selection of books.  Walk outside to the courtyard and enjoy the beauty of nature.  The one thing each guest should do is to visit The Distilled.  The Distilled is a restaurant and bourbon bar located in the Gratz Park.  You will be amazed at the selection of bourbons available to you.

All rooms at the Gratz Park are different, with their own decorations and style.  Rooms at the Inn are furnished with 19th century antique reproductions, mahogany furniture and interesting artwork. The only thing the rooms have in common are the modern comforts of a nice bathroom, cable TV, and internet access.  If you can’t get a reservation at the Gratz Park Inn stop by anyway for a visit to the Distilled.

 

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After checking into our room we walked down the street past the old John Hunt Morgan house and near the Mary Todd home to Rupp Arena.  We had good seats at mid court, where we enjoyed watching the University of Kentucky Wildcats as they ended their season undefeated.