Reviews for Dad's Favorites Deli in Lexington, KY

If you only had 30 minutes to spend on Lexington and you did not stop here then you missed out on the best food in Lexington by... far. When you walk in this place you realize it's a very well loved spot but the line moves quickly. If it is your first timethere then the man himself takes the time out of the busy day to tell you all about the cheese that they make and the sandwichesthey offer. Even if you end up becoming a regular and then stop coming in for a while, Dad will remember you when you come backand will probably note to you which sandwich you usually get when you come in. There is nowhere else in town that has the samesort of experience and personal touch, if you go there once and enjoy it you can't help but go back! Read more

Great place to eat, worth the wait! Beer cheese Mac and cheese is wonderful and the pepper jack club was delicious! 10/10!

Since this is my first visit, if my daughter who lives in KY didn?t mention about this place we would have never know this place... existed. It?s kind of tucked away in a strip mall, signage is not the greatest so you have to know where you are going. Myveggie sandwich was great. The shop person went through the whole menu as this was our first visit. My family had various meatcontaining sandwiches and all of them were very happy with their choices. Amazing thing was that drinks were included in thesandwich. Their cheese dips looked interesting but I couldn?t bring it back to home, I didn?t get it. Maybe next time. I willdefinitely come back when I?m in the neighborhood. Read more

Dad?s Favorites really is our FAVORITE! The food is unbelievably tasty and the service is top-notch! The owner himself (Dad) is... always there serving patrons and chatting. They are all so friendly and I love ?hole-in-the-wall? eateries and this fits thatbill. My favorite ?special days? are Monday and Tuesday, but must say any day I go, my food is AMAZING! Read more

Great hole-in-the-wall (that?s a compliment). We look to stop at unique restaurants when we travel, and we found this gem. Great... sandwiches and we had in depth conversations with Dad himself. We will be back even though it?s 20 minutes out of the way.Totally worth it! Read more

Dad's Favorites Deli never disappoints. Every time I?ve enjoyed a meal here it?s been extraordinary. The hustle and bustle of... the place is always so intoxicating, yet so warm and welcoming. Everyone seems to ask how you are and welcomes you in with asmile. Chipotle cheddar and roast beef served on ciabatta bread and Au Jus always hits the spot. The sultry sauce leads way tothe crispy toasted bread smothered in tart chipotle sauce marrying perfectly to the decadent roast beef. Dipping the Sammy inthe Au Jus brings everything together to make one warm messy bite that makes for a true comfort food experience. Bravo Dad. Youcontinue to kill it! Read more

You have to remember, the food is the draw. This is not a sit down and relax atmosphere. There is seating inside an old... fashioned mall, plus a few picnic tables in the rear parking lot. It can get busy around noontime, so be prepared to wait for atable or take it to go. The sandwiches and sides are top notch. I've never been disappointed. Plus, Dad's signature spreadscan be purchased. Stamping Ground Cheddar Spread is my favorite. Read more

For those unfamiliar with Dad?s, one could think - ?What?s the big deal about this little hole in the wall restaurant? Why are... all these people lined up out the door in a strip mall for a sandwich?? But make no mistake my friend, this isn?t just any ol?sandwich shop. It has some of the best cheese spreads in Kentucky, or maybe even in the US - or the planet perhaps?it?s sooogood - just saying. Ordered the Smoky Pimento BLT for lunch (pictured here). A little slice of heaven - it did not disappoint. I recommend doubling the amount of pimento cheese though. Crazy good sandwich. Read more