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Lexus Lounge & The Chef's Table

Lexus Lounge & The Chef's Table

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Located inside The Kentucky Center for the Performing Arts, the Lexus Lounge is a premiere lounge space offering bar and food service two hours prior to most performances in Whitney Hall and the Bomhard Theater. This space is the destination for small plate dining ordered on site. All items can be ordered at the bar. The bar is open during intermission as well. CLICK HERE to view the menu of items available at the Lexus Lounge Bar Menu. 

Looking for a more enhanced dining experience? Select shows at The Kentucky Center offer The Chef's Table. This all-inclusive food and beverage pre-show and intermission experience gives patrons exclusive access to the Lexus Lounge dining area. This general admission ticket add-on for select performances includes all-you-care-to-enjoy Chef’s Selection food offerings, complimentary water and non-alcoholic beverage dispensers, soft drinks, select beers and wines (2 per guest or 1 mixed alcoholic beverage for individuals 21+ years of age), a private cash bar, specialty cocktails, zero-proof drinks, a Bloody Mary Bar (available at matinee shows only), exclusive restroom access, and an intermission dessert (available at evening shows only). Comfort and convenience are guaranteed, with delicious food and beverages ready the moment you arrive. And don’t worry, we’ll get you to the show on time. 

Scroll down to learn more about The Chef's Table, see the dates and times The Chef’s Table is available, and to purchase.

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Click the link below to see the dates and times The Chef’s Table is available. Click on your preferred date to purchase.

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Broadway 2024/2025 Chef's Table Menu

Menus For All Evening Performances - Adult $55, Child $15

Price includes unlimited non-alcoholic beverages and 2 House Wine/Domestic Beer or 1 mixed alcoholic beverage

Shucked

May 13-18, 2025

Spring salad w/crispy corn nuts and sorghum vinaigrette

Sorghum glazed pork tenderloin

Blackened mahi mahi

Pimento cheese cream corn

Weisenberger grits w/bourbon parm 

Charred broccoli florets w/garlic and roasted red pepper

Sweet and savory cornbread

Double chocolate cake w/kettle corn crumble

Snickerdoodle intermission snack

 

The Wiz

July 29-August 3, 2025

Baby spinach salad w/fresh strawberries and balsamic

Herb roasted bone in chicken w/red pepper relish

Seared salmon w/chimichurri

Redskin mashed potatoes w fresh chive

Baby vegetable medley w/garlic oil

Tricolor heirloom carrots

Cake shooters-fresh yellow cake, fresh whipped cream and macerated berries

Red velvet cookie intermission dessert 

Menu For All Matinee Performances -

Adult $35, Child $12 

Price includes unlimited non-alcoholic beverages and 2 House Wine/Domestic Beer or 1 mixed alcoholic beverage

Mixed Greens Salad

Fresh Fruit

Southern Fried Chicken

Applewood Smoked Bacon

Soft Scrambled Eggs

Homestyle Breakfast potatoes

Southern-Style Buttermilk Biscuits

Meet the Chef

James Coogle, Executive Chef

Chef James is an experienced, gifted, and passionate culinarian. A graduate of Sullivan University, Chef enjoys utilizing the freshest, locally sourced ingredients to create delicious, beautiful dishes. Chef has over a decade of experience in the food and beverage hospitality industry, with a resume that includes cooking for Bistro on Chestnut, Huber’s Orchard and Winery, Noosh Nosh, Jack Fry’s, Omni Hotels and Resorts, and Captains Quarters. Chef’s dishes have been featured at Taste of Derby, Taste of 502, and Bourbon and Beyond. Kentucky Performing Arts and Curved Apron Hospitality are proud to feature the culinary works of Chef James Coogle through this VIP experience. 

What’s On the Menu? 

The Chef’s Table: VIP Experience is a true culinary experience for the foodie at heart. Menu selections are Chef -d’oeuvre or Chef’s Choice. You can expect fresh, delicious offerings that satisfy a variety of palates.  Finalized Chef’s Table: VIP Experience menus are announced three weeks prior to each performance. 

 

Sample Food Offerings

Food offering varies by event.  Guests will see which pricing option is available at their event on The Chef's Table purchase page. 

 Dinner

Mixed Green Salad
Flank Steak with House Made Chimichurri and Roasted Tomatoes
Grilled Mahi with House Prepared Salsa Verde
House Made Papas Bravos
Chili Roasted Squash w/ Ancho Balsamic Glaze
Cumin Roasted Carrots
Fresh Baked Bread
Red Velvet Cake

Dinner

Mixed Spring Salad
Rosemary Pork with Tarragon Braised Peaches
Sweet BBQ Glazed Chicken
Southern Baby Dill Potato Salad
Braised Southern Mixed Greens
Sautéed Summer Vegetables
Buttermilk Biscuits
Bourbon Peach Cobbler

Lunch

Tossed Romaine Salad
Southern Style Fried Chicken
Baked Mac and Cheese
Vegetarian Baked Beans
Warm Chocolate Chip Cookies

Brunch

Mixed Green Salad
Southern Fried Chicken
Fresh Soft Scrambled Eggs
Applewood Thick Sliced Bacon
House Baked Biscuits
Homestyle Breakfast Potatoes
Fresh Cut Seasonal Fruit


What is the cost?

Pricing ranges from $35 per person to $55 per person, depending on the menu selection.
Children under the age of 12 receive a discount on club access and dinner.  
Children 2 years of age and younger receive complementary club access and dinner.  
*Refund/exchange eligibility is subject to KPA’s ticketing policies. 


What time will food service start? 

Pre-Show: Food service begins 90 minutes before the start of the performance, with “Last Call” occurring 15 minutes before the start of the show. Food offerings will be continuously replenished during time of service.

Intermission: If your performance has an intermission, the lounge will briefly re-open for private bar/restroom access. 


How many spots are available?

Lounge capacity will be capped at 80 guests to guarantee a premium experience.  The Chef’s Table: VIP Experience offers general admission seating for our guests. We encourage you to mix, mingle, and make new friends! 


How do I purchase?

This is a ticket add-on option for patrons. You will be able to purchase your tickets to The Chef’s Table: VIP Experience directly by CLICKING THIS LINK or by calling our Box Office at (502) 584-7777. Patrons are encouraged to purchase tickets to this exclusive offering in advance, as day-of sales are not guaranteed.

Questions?

For additional information on The Chef’s Table: VIP Experience, please email us at [email protected] 

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