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Old World Cuisine.
21st Century Techniques.

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Meet the Chef

We use both classic and modern cooking techniques to prepare the finest ingredients Kentucky and North American farmers have to offer and cook with a fine dining mentality but in a quite casual atmosphere provided by Blue Stallion Brewery. By sourcing directly from local farmers and doing our own butchery and food preparations and using a zero-waste mentality, we are able to provide, what we feel, is exquisite and nutritious meals at a reasonable price.

We love cooking Old World cuisine with 21st Century techniques and science. We take familiar favorites and put our bold stamp on them. We have an incredibly small kitchen and really try and view that not as a negative, but as an advantage by keeping everything as fresh as possible. We do our homework and source the highest quality ingredients so that we can treat them simply and respectfully. We play by the rules when it comes to food and staff safety, but when the stove gets hot and the grease begins to sizzle, all bets are off.

Derrick Y.

Salt & Vinegar is uniquely delicious! You don't see this high quality of food in breweries. It really pairs well with Blue Stallion beer. True Gem!

Will T.

I can’t speak more highly of Salt & Vinegar, and would recommend it above even the most expensive options in Lexington. The quality and ingenuity of the food is amazing. Try the PB&J and you’ll understand! Awesome little spot and I only wish the best for the chef running this place. Can’t wait to go back!

Chelsea T.

Absolutely incredible food. Hands down some of the best in Lexington. This is a hidden gem that everyone should try.

Steve W.

The food is amazing. I had the S&V take on the classic Reuben and loved it. The menu here is where creativity meets execution, you won't be disappointed.

Brandon F.

Every dish I've had has been phenomenal. Exceptionally well executed and exceedingly flavorful.

Leighanne H.

Highly recommend Salt & Vinegar for a high-quality meal that never disappoints! The food is always fresh and unique with new seasonal menus that are always delicious. The soups are to die for, as well as the German-inspired meals. If you're hanging out at Blue Stallion the beer pairs so well with one of the cheese or meat boards!
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Ethereal Public House Menu

[V]egetarian | [Ve]gan | [GF] Gluten Free

Pub Menu

S&V Mushroom & Gorgonzola Burger

1/2lb Allen Brothers 100% Black Angus burger patty; simply seasoned & grilled medium-rare. Cremini mushrooms & Spanish onion; slow braised in Madeira. Gorgonzola. Brioche. Served with namesake fries, curried catsup & “bread & butter” pickled cucumber.
$ 18.5

Bratwurst & Mash

House ground & cased 100% KY Proud pork bratwurst. Whipped potato. Au jus gravy. Snow peas.
$ 17.5

Fish & Chips

Lightly blackened NC farm-raised catfish; hand dipped in a twice-fermented Ethereal beer batter & deep fried. Namesake fries. Hush puppies. Tarter sauce & lemon.
$ 16.5

Rösti Potato(V,GF)

Russet potato; hand grated & pan fried. Kenny’s Creamery fromage blanc. Mustard caviar. Sauerkraut. Pickled shallot. Seasonal greens. Horseradish. Petite herbs.
$ 13.5

Chicken Wings(GF)

1lb chicken wings; brined, fried & finished on the grill. Tossed in a lightly curried Dijon, honey & chili sauce. Served with S&V coleslaw.
$ 17

Belgian Frites(V,GF)

Namesake home fries, twice fried. A trio of mayonnaise-based sauces; Buttermilk herb, wasabi- horseradish & andalouse.
$ 9

Namesake Kettle Chips(V,GF)

Kennebec potato, hand sliced & deep fried. Salt & citric acid.
$ 7

Shareables Menu

Pretzel & Obatzda(V)

A single artisanal 10.5oz sourdough pretzel baked fresh by Papa Pretzel, served warm with Maldon sea salt. Brie & camembert whipped with herbs, spices & Ethereal beer. Toasted caraway & black pepper.
$ 15

S&V Shrimp Cocktail(GF)

White shrimp, poached & barbecue dry rubbed, served chilled. Horseradish forward cocktail sauce. Powdered bacon fat. Orange & herbs.
$ ¼lb 12 | ½lb 18

Charcuterie Board

A trio of house curated meats served chilled; corned brisket, 100% KY Proud pork bratwurst, 100% KY Proud Lamb loukaniko sausage. Assorted cheeses. Pickled vegetables. Roasted seasoned walnuts. Fruit in various forms. Grilled sourdough.
$ 38

Substitute Ethereal Mustard

$ 12

Greens & Artichoke Dip(V)

Winter greens & roasted artichoke hearts with a variety of cheeses & spices,
$ 13

Smoked Salmon & Pimiento Cheese Spread

Sottish salmon smoked over hardwood & pimiento peppers whipped with cream & cheddar cheese, sour cream, herbs & spices; served chilled. Pickled cucumber. Served with warm baguette.
$ 15.5

Parsnip Hummus(V)

Roasted parsnips pureed with olive oil, tahini, lemon juice & garlic confit. Finished with roasted garlic olive oil, sumac & herbs. Served with grilled sourdough.
$ 14.5

Sandwiches, Soups & Salads

Tomato Bisque & Grilled Cheese(V)

Vodka & tomato bisque. Aged balsamic. Toasted pine nuts & black truffle salt. Grilled cheese on Texas toast with a trio of Kenny’s Creamery white cheddar, camembert & cream cheese. Jalapeño preserves. Maldon sea salt.
$ 16.5

S&V Reuben

1/2lb corned brisket, thick cut. Emmenthaler cheese. Sauerkraut. 1000island. Served on marbled rye; warm on the outside, cool on the inside. Namesake kettle chips.
$ 18.5

S&V Hot Chicken Sandwich

5oz chicken breast; Spicy buttermilk breaded & deep fried, tossed in Nashville sauce. S&V coleslaw. Bread & butter pickled cucumber. Served on brioche. Namesake kettle chips.
$ 17

Grilled Caesar Salad

Hear of romaine; grilled. Sourdough pretzel croutons. Anchovy-mustard dressing. Spanish white anchovy. 24mo Parmigiana Reggiano.
$ 12

Warm Brussels Salad(V)

Brussel sprouts; roasted with root vegetables, red onion, carrot, garlic. Finished with bleu cheese & roasted cashew & 8yr aged balsamic.
$ 10

Pickled Beet Salad(V)

Arugula. Balsamic beets. Red onion. Candied orange. Walnuts. Gorgonzola. Buttermilk-herb dressing.
$ 12.5

Add 5oz Grilled Chicken

$ +7

Supper Menu

Beef Short Rib Poutine

12oz bone-in beef short ribs; pan seared & slow braised. Pommes frites. Cheese curd. Au jus gravy. Mustard caviar. Horseradish gremolata.
$ 36

Hanger Steak & Spätzle

8oz hanging tender; cooked & served Pittsburgh. Swabian dumplins’. Madeira braised cremini mushroom & onion. Petite herbs.
$ 35

Goetta(GF)

Freeform 100% KY Proud pork & organic oat sausage; pan seared. Curried tomato & balsamic glaze. Whipped potato. Grilled rapini & carrot.
$ 22

KY Lamb Loukaniko Sausage

House ground & cased 100% KY Proud lamb; grilled. Served over a root vegetable caponata & spätzle.
$ 26

16oz 28+day Dry Aged Ribeye & Spätzle

$ 65

Roasted Vegetables & Grits(V)

Seasonal vegetables; simply seasoned & roasted. Weisenberger Mills stoneground grits. Creole sauce.
$ 17.5

Schnitzel

Duroc pork tenderloin; pounded thin, buttermilk breaded & deep fried. German potato salad; fingerling potatoes simply seasoned & roasted in bacon fat with onions, finished with cider vinegar & herbs.
$ 25

S&V Southern Chicken(GF)

Pickle brined & barbecue blackened grilled 5oz chicken breast. Weisenberger Mills stoneground cheddar grits. Pot liquored Winter greens.
$ 23

Add Grilled Shrimp

$ +9

Sweets

Bêté Noir(V)(GF)

Flourless chocolate cake. Candied orange.
$ 8

Chess Pie(V)

A crustless and rich custard with notes of vanilla & caramel.
$ 7

*Eating raw or undercooked foods may be harmful to your body

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