Grimes's Fast Food, formerly known as Richie's, has quickly garnered a reputation in Lexington, KY, for its exceptional offerings and welcoming atmosphere. With a menu that prominently features crispy, juicy chicken and hearty sides, diners are treated to a delightful indulgence. The standout item, the Everyday Special, includes four pieces of chicken, three wedges, and a roll for just $12. Customer reviews echo the positive sentiment surrounding the restaurant. Alex Smith praised the friendly staff and the quality of the greens, while amia couldn’t get enough of the crispy chicken breast, complemented by large, slightly spicy potato wedges. The commitment to freshness is a recurring theme, as highlighted by Sandy Mason, who noted that each visit resulted in hot and fresh food without the dreaded heat lamp. A unique aspect of Grimes's is the community-focused service. Veronica J emphasized the kindness of the owners, while Natalie Nicole appreciated the speed of service, especially with the drive-through. Whether it’s the fried catfish or their signature chicken, diners clearly feel the love and care put into every dish. Grimes's Fast Food embodies the essence of comfortable dining with a personal touch, making it a must-visit for local food lovers.
Amenities and More
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Service options
Offers delivery
Has drive-through
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
Highlights
Has fast service
Popular for
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves late-night food
Quick bite
Dining options
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Serves dessert
Atmosphere
Casual
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Plenty of parking
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Reviews For Grimes's Fast Food (Formerly Richie's)
Alex Smith
May 15,2025
Came in this afternoon after years of waiting to try their food. Super friendly staff and great chicken. The greens were cooked perfectly and also enjoyed the cornbread!
amia
Apr 24,2025
Now we can use just drive-through. We got many chickens. They were very crispy and juicy. My favorite is Breast! Breast is my No,1 Chicken. Wedges were very big,a little bit spicy for me. ...
Veronica J
Apr 13,2025
Absolutely the kindest owners beyond beautiful people. I would give 10 stars just for the customer service alone hands down. The fried catfish is bomb without any sauce and cooked fresh. While heartily recommend!!
Sandy Mason
Mar 24,2025
First visit and everything was fresh and hot and the young lady was very friendly. I must say that this restaurant is the best out of all of the others. My daughter will only eat here and we live across town. The food is always fresh and hot.I have never gotten anything that has been sitting under the heating lamp too long. The cashier are very friendly and there's one young lady who works the window who is always so polite and friendly with a big smile. Thank you Grimes and all the workers for caring about your customer with great service and great food.
Natalie Nicole
Mar 17,2025
Quick fried foods! Potato wedges are crispy and have a slight spice! Checkout our full review on TikTok Kentucky Beetle Bites
James Brown
Feb 27,2025
Everything is always good! Chicken, Rib Tips, All the Sides and the Potato Wedges are Great!
Natoloa Weathers
Feb 24,2025
Great staff and the food is delicious. It's fresh and ready to eat. They also have a assortment of pies for dessert.
Dwayne Brown
Feb 12,2025
Best chicken in Lexington, very clean place , food is always hot and ready
Reviews For Grimes's Fast Food (Formerly Richie's)