The Hidden Restaurant Near Cincinnati That's Surrounded By The Most Breathtaking Fall Colors
By Andrea Limke|Published October 06, 2018
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Andrea Limke
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A Cincinnati native who has lived in Kentucky for over 10 years, Andrea's heart belongs both in the Queen City and the Bluegrass State. After earning an education degree and working in that field for a number of years, Andrea began to pursue her passion for writing over 6 years ago. Since then she has written for a number of print and online publications, as well as published a children's book.
Fall is the perfect time of year for a scenic drive from Cincinnati, and there’s no better destination than a scrumptious restaurant. This season, as the leaves change and the temperatures fall, you may wish to get out and try something new. About an hour from Cincinnati, hidden in the middle of horse country just north of Lexington, you’ll find the charming Windy Corner Market. This dining destination is worth the drive on its own, but it’s also surrounded by the most breathtaking fall colors.
Windy Corner Market is located in the midst of scenic horse country, just north of Lexington. It may not be within the Cincinnati city limits, but the hour drive is so worth it for the delicious food, charming atmosphere, and incredible scenery that's especially beautiful this season.
The restaurant is situated on a corner and is surrounded by the gently rolling hills of many legendary Kentucky horse farms. If you've never ventured to this region near Cincinnati, a visit to this eatery is a great reason to do so.
When you look up directions to Windy Corner Market, be sure to map out the scenic route. Before or after your meal, spend time driving past the farms, grazing horses, fence-lined streets, and of course the vibrant fall colors that frame it all so beautifully.
Windy Corner Market is owned by the famed Kentucky chef Ouita Michel. She owns many restaurants in the area that all feature fresh, incredible, locally sourced menus, and plenty of southern charm. Windy Corner is modeled after an old-fashioned country store, and it feels wonderfully lived in and comfortable. In addition to breakfast, lunch, and dinner, the restaurant also sells Kentucky-made products you can take home with you.
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are all served at Windy Corner Market, and each have their own appeal. Breakfast may be the favorite, with down-home offerings and country classics. Consider beginning your fall day trip here with breakfast, and who knows - you may be back for lunch.
If you do choose to visit at breakfast time, definitely try the country ham biscuit. This is a Windy Corner specialty and a Kentucky favorite that you don't find on many menus in Cincinnati.
Lunch and dinner are just as mouthwatering as breakfast and feature fresh, locally grown ingredients. Time your visit on a nice day and you can even enjoy your meal outside on a picnic table and take in the fall colors firsthand.
If you can't make it to Windy Corner Market this fall, don't worry. Winter is just as enchanting at this country restaurant, and the area is always worthy of a road trip. The next time you have a craving for made-from-scratch food and breathtaking scenery, head to this hidden restaurant not far from Cincinnati.
Windy Corner Market is surrounded by natural beauty, not far from Cincinnati, and is especially charming in the fall. Have you happened upon this hidden dining destination on a scenic drive? Does a trip here sound like the perfect fall day to you? Let us know in the comments!
Windy Corner Market is located at 4595 Bryan Station Rd., Lexington, KY 40516. For more information, visit its website here and follow along on Facebook here. The restaurant is open Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 8:30 p.m., and Saturday & Sunday from 9 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.
And while you’re in the area, consider a road trip through horse country, featured in our previous article here.
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