I'M SO SINGLE...AND THAT'S OK!
How about you? Unexpectedly unattached? Adore your S.O. but want to confidently try new thing on your own? Let's live our MOST AMAZING lives with or without a +1.
C'mon, I'll go first!
Living My Most Amazing Life!
Solo-Friendly Restaurants in Central KY
Pearl's Pizza
East End Tap & Table
East End Tap & Table
Pearl's is a fabulous pizza spot downtown Lexington. You'll know it by its black and white stripped awning. I ordered the Summer Hat seasonal pizza and it is phenomenal! Herbed corn cream, tomatoes, feta, parmesan, and basil offer a beautiful melody of flavors atop a delicious crust.
What to know when you go:
✔️The atmosphere is totally different inside vs. out. For a solo night, I loved people watching on the street-side patio.
✔️Order at the bar inside, pay, and pick up a number sign for your table. Sit back and relax and they’ll deliver to you.
✔️Street parking is legal, free, and plentiful on Pleasant Stone St. after 5pm and only a 3-minute walk to Pearl’s.
✔️The Hellbabe with hot honey and Pearl’s homemade ranch dressing are two crowd favs that I can’t wait to try next visit.
East End Tap & Table
East End Tap & Table
East End Tap & Table
Look at the size of this BIG BREAKFAST BISCUIT! My first visit to East End Tap and Table did not disappoint with big brunch flavors & breezy outdoor dining! Definitely She's So Single recommended for solo, +1, or girls group brunching.
What to know when you go:
✔️ Lots of parking all around. You can select from street-side spots or the parking lot adjacent to the restaurant.
✔️ For patio dining (my preference for solo summer brunching), check in at the hostess stand inside and then pick your spot. I selected a three-seater in the corner under a shady tree. If you're dining-in solo, there are several 2-seater options or bar seating available.
✔️ If you’re a planner like me, go to www.eastendtapandtable.com to make a dinner reservation.
Dv8 Kitchen
East End Tap & Table
Fiddletree Kitchen & Bar
Have you all checked out Dv8 Kitchen - East End location yet? Gosh, I love this restaurant as much for their flavors & style as I do their vision & mission.
She’s So Single recommended for your debut dining solo experience or a super casual breakfast or lunch +1 meet-up.
What to Know When You Go!
✔️Parking is easy breezy! Slide into street-side parking or in The Met lot off Third St.
✔️Order at the counter, take a number, and select a spot indoor or out on the covered patio.
✔️Going solo & ready to be brave? Snag a spot at one of the community high-tops and strike up a convo with a new friend.
Fiddletree Kitchen & Bar
Doodles Breakfast & Lunch
Fiddletree Kitchen & Bar
Fiddletree Kitchen & Bar offers a delightful twist on comfort food in Lexington, KY. The restaurant and lounge are visually stunning with unique spaces throughout, and the food is beautifully presented and equally delicious.
She’s So Single recommended for:
✔️Solo Dining- I brunched with a BFF, but I spied several cozy places for solo sipping with a good book & small bites.
✔️+1 Meet-up on a Friday or Saturday for dinner and live 🎶. I'm excited to return for evening eats and to listen to some tunes!
✔️Weekend brunch with gal pals or a fabulous spot for a bridal luncheon, baby shower,
Doodles Breakfast & Lunch
Doodles Breakfast & Lunch
Doodles Breakfast & Lunch
Doodles is one of my absolute favorite breakfast spots to visit solo or with my girlfriends. My go-to meals is biscuit & gravy with a side of beignets. It's a perfectly sweet and savory start to the day!
What to know when you go:
✔️ Order the beignets! They are the main attraction in the Pigs & Puffs, but you can also order as a side dish for the table or to-go for a mid-day treat!
✔️Arrive early on the weekends (I rolled in around 9am today) to avoid the lines and to snag a spot on the patio.
✔️There are 2-seater options inside & out, ideal for a morning meet-up with a potential +1 or solo brunching.
The Lost Palm
Doodles Breakfast & Lunch
Doodles Breakfast & Lunch
The hottest rooftop in town! A nod to sultry South Florida, the Lost Palm at The Manchester in the Distillery District, offers an extensive cocktail menu + small bites in an ultra-cool indoor/outdoor parlor.
She's So Single recommended for:
✔️ Solo sipping & mingling at the tiki bar.
✔️Rooftop romance with a +1.
✔️Girls' night out in a chic cabana.
✔️Group get-together with cocktails & cornhole on the terrace.
solo-friendly experiences
Soar through the Skies in a Hot Air Balloon
The sunrise and fog over the Bluegrass were absolutely stunning this morning from the H.I. Flight hot air balloon, an experience I’ve had on my bucket (or basket 😂) list for years. If you’ve followed me for a while, you know I’m a bit terrified of heights. I was pleasantly surprised how peaceful and smooth the ride was this morning. I would 100% ride again!
Ready to Soar?
- You have the option of sunrise or sunset rides. I’m sure both are spectacular, so it really is personal preference.
- Roll with the changes…in weather! Even the most glorious day may be too windy to ride. I had to rebook several times before the forecast & my availability aligned.
- You can book a private basket or choose rideshare. Since I was flying solo, I joined another group and made friends along the adventure!
Satisfy Your Need for Speed on the Race Track
Channel your inner Lightning⚡️McQueen and check “drive a race car” off your bucket list at KY Speedway. It's an exciting, nerve-racking, heart-pounding, and slightly terrifying, must-do solo experience! After researching several options this summer, I selected Rusty Wallace Racing Experience. I was pleased with the booking process, communication, professionalism of their staff, and overall commitment to driver safety.
Ready to Ride?
- Book well in advance to guarantee your preferred track, date, and time. Racing at Kentucky Speedway is only offered a couple of times each year. Check the booking calendar at www.racewithrusty.com before purchasing your ride or drive package.
- Be on the lookout for deep discounts advertised on the booking website or check for Groupons.
- Dress in comfy clothes & tennis shoes for race day. You'll suit up in racing gear.
- Don’t be surprised (like I was-whoops!), that cars are not equipped with a speedometer, rearview mirror, or automatic transmission. You'll have a personal pit crew team member to keep you safe on your drive.
- Invite your fan club to cheer you on and take action pics of your epic drive!
Sip Your Way through the Bourbon Trail
Whether you visit a distillery tucked away in the beautiful Bluegrass countryside, or select a modern distillery with a full service bar and a chef-inspired restaurant, you're guaranteed to enjoy a day on the Bourbon Trail in Kentucky!
Ready to Tour?
- While many distilleries offer last-minute admittance, its always a good idea to reserve your spot ahead of time. Especially when venturing out solo, I like to control as many variables as possible to maximize my experience!
- Distillery tours are interactive. Don't be shy! Ask questions, engage with your tour guide and other tourists! Use the tasting experience as common ground to start a conversation. A highlight of my tour of Bardstown Bourbon Company was making friends with my tasting buddy!
- Not sure about going solo? Distillery tours make for great +1 meet-ups & girlfriend outings.
A Little about me
Hi! I'm Michelle
Thanks for connecting with me! All my friends should know upfront - I believe in coffee before all things, 90's music is my jam, I'm always in the mood for tacos, and as a born and raised KY girl, I bleed UK blue. I have an AMAZING teenage daughter who is fiercely independent and crazy cool. My girlfriends say I'm a little high maintenance and a whole lot of fun. My day hustle is in education and I was a public school principal for nearly a decade. Y'all, I've seen it ALL!
Now, after 24 years with a +1 by my side, I'm learning to live my most amazing life on my own and helping other women who are unexpectedly unattached, do the same.
I'd love for you to join me on my journey! ~Michelle