Midway Hospitality


The weekend of Francisco's Farm Arts Festival is an exciting time to experience all that Midway has to offer. Saturday evening, at the close of the Festival, stroll downtown to visit our beautifully restored Main Street, listen to live music, take a History Walk, and more. Wonderful restaurants and shops in this arts-friendly, historic town are ready to welcome you.

Saturday evening's 'Shop Hop' is an opportunity for artists and art show visitors to savor the treasure that is Downtown Midway. Read on for details, and make your plans - Dinner Reservations are Strongly Encouraged for this very busy weekend!

Visit our Lodging page for information on places to stay near Midway.

“Midway has a lot of arts-related businesses. We want to build Midway’s reputation as a community
friendly to the Arts.”
- Ouita Michel,
owner of Midway’s famous Holly Hill Inn

"Art is not a Thing, it is a Way" - Elbert Hubbard
Elbert Hubbard

"Though its name is Midway, it's more than halfway wonderful." - Southern Living Magazine
"Lexington's small-town neighbor with seriously sophisticated cuisine" - Restaurant Critic Wendy Miller

Restaurants
 
Galleries, Shops, & More
Bistro La Belle

Opened in 1998, Bistro La Belle led the way in bringing fine dining to historic Midway. Chef Dewayne Hoskins offers nightly specials featuring fresh seafood and locally produced ingredients. (859) 846-4233

Thoroughbred Theater

Check out the World Famous Thoroughbred Theatre - one of Central Kentucky's finest historic venues. Visit their website for details on the Mitch Barrett Concert scheduled for Saturday night, June 26th. (859) 846-9827

Darlin' Jean's

Darlin' Jeans is a popular eatery for Midway locals and the area Horse Farm employees. Enjoy a number of southern and local favorite dishes.
(859) 846-9485

Damselfly Gallery

Damselfly Studio & Gallery features over 200 artists from Kentucky and the Southeast US. Find original art & unique gifts. (859)-846-9963

Duggans

Jimmy Duggan, originally from Boston, is a classically trained chef who earned his culinary degree from Johnson and Wales University in Rhode Island. Duggan has over 25 years of experience cooking and managing catering for world-class events, which have served him well as a restaurateur.
(859) 846-4373

Heirloom

Heirloom is owned by chef Mark Wombles and his father, Henry. "The restaurant came out of the gate in 2006 to acclaim." - Wendy Miller, Lexington Herald-Leader restaurant critic. (859) 846-5565

Midway Museum Store

Historic Midway Museum Store features distinctive gifts, jewelry,  home accessories, Keeneland logo jackets and vests, Kentucky crafts, museum authorized gifts, and a carefully chosen
selection of equine and history books displayed upstairs in a Victorian setting.(859) 846-4214

Celtic Trends is the first-stop for shoppers looking for unique Irish and Celtic-themed gifts imported from Ireland and Great Britain. From jewelry to glassware, from art to music, Celtic Trends satisfies a wide range of tastes and budgets. (859) 846-4966

Celtic Trends
Holly Hill Inn

Holly Hill Inn's philosophy is simple: "Good food prepared using the freshest ingredients available, and served by a knowledgeable and caring staff. (859) 846-4732

Equus Run

Nestled amidst picturesque stone fences and rolling fields of bluegrass is a surprising place to find a world-class winery. You'll find Equus Run just outside of town. Open for tours, tastings, and events - (859) 846-WINE

Quirk Cafe

Located in a beautiful historic building with hardwood floors and original tin ceiling, Quirk Cafe is spacious, cozy and comfortable. Enjoy a wide variety of delicious cuisine, live music, a glass of wine or fresh ground gourmet coffee, all at affordable prices. 
(859) 846-4688

Peggy Maness Photography

Visit Peggy Maness Photography and Custom Framing for Photographic Art, Portraits, Equine, Model Portfolio, Catalog and Event photography. (859) 846-9343

Wallace Station

Wallace Station, on Old Frankfort Pike just outside of town, recently had a visit from the Food Network's Guy Fieri and crew. The deli will soon be featured on Diners, Dives, and Drive-Ins. (859) 846-5161

Baskets From the Bluegrass

You'll find Baskets from the Bluegrass in the old Midway School building on Winter Street. Since 1933 their specialty has been gifts and gift baskets for all occasions. (859) 421-9432

Shop for fine leather goods and accessories at Freedman's - classic styling, timeless quality and legendary craftsmanship for over 200 years. You'll find Freedman's at only one location in the US - right here in Midway. (859) 846-9674

Freedman's

Midway Leather provides the highest quality craftsmanship and uses only the best materials available. Browse their catalog to view exclusive pieces, or contact them to commission any custom designed item. (859) 494-1900

Midway Leather

For an artful twist in home design, visit The Back Room - You'll find furniture, fine linens, lamps, hand-painted designs and accessories for an elegant touch in home decor. 859-846-5286

The Back Room

Le Marche & Cafe - a collection of boutiques full of fine gifts for any occasion and a delightful little cafe.

Weisenberger Mill

Weisenberger Mills is located on the South Elkhorn Creek just outside Midway. The creek has provided the water to power the mill's twin turbines since the early 1800's. Six generations of Weisenbergers have operated the mill at the present location since 1865. (859) 254-5282

Be sure to visit Breckinridge for fine clothing and accessories, Railroad Street Framing, Chesser House Gallery, Le Cheval Bleu, Midway Boutique, D. Lehman & Sons, May & Co., Eagle's Nest Gallery, Libby Warfield Interiors, Midway Corner Grocery, The Gate Antiques Exchange, V.S. Salon and Spa, Yeager's Antiques, and more in Midway!


"Though its name is Midway, it's more than halfway wonderful." - Southern Living Magazine