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Rafferty's Restaurant & Bar

4.5 (2268 reviews)
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Chicken Tenders

Highly recommended multiple times for their large portions and excellent flavor, especially the tossed chicken tenders in hot sauce which was described as a favorite dinner.

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Bluegrass Special (Hickory Grilled BBQ Chicken Sandwich with Bacon)

Recommended for its flavorful BBQ chicken with bacon, noted as a highlight and paired well with a local IPA.

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Prime Rib

Praised for being delicious and cooked perfectly, recommended by multiple diners and compared favorably to other steakhouse offerings.

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Ribeye Steak

Mentioned as excellent and well-prepared, often alongside the prime rib and pork chops in positive reviews.

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Buffalo Mac and Cheese

Recommended as an amazing appetizer with a rich and flavorful profile, standing out as a popular starter.

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Fried Mushrooms

Described as perfectly cooked and delicious, often mentioned alongside other appetizers like the mushroom appetizer and honey butter croissants.

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Honey Butter Croissants

Highly praised as a sweet surprise and better than similar offerings at other restaurants, frequently enjoyed as an appetizer.

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Jackson Hole Filet

Mentioned as a favorite steak option and consistently delicious, showcasing the quality of the restaurant’s steak offerings.

Location details

1939 Scottsville Rd, Bowling Green, Kentucky, 42104, US

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Hours

Monday 11 AM to 9 PM
Tuesday 11 AM to 9 PM
Wednesday 11 AM to 9 PM
Thursday 11 AM to 10 PM
Friday 11 AM to 10 PM
Saturday 11 AM to 10 PM
Sunday 11 AM to 9 PM

About Rafferty's Restaurant & Bar

Laid-back chain for burgers, steaks & other comfort food staples, plus a kids' menu & a bar.

Amenities & services

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • No-contact delivery
  • Delivery
  • Onsite services
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Fast service
  • Great beer selection
  • Great cocktails
  • Great coffee
  • Great dessert
  • Great tea selection
  • Great wine list
  • Serves local specialty
  • Sports

Popular for

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Coffee
  • Comfort food
  • Happy hour drinks
  • Happy hour food
  • Hard liquor
  • Healthy options
  • Late-night food
  • Quick bite
  • Small plates
  • Wine

Dining options

  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Catering
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service

Amenities

  • Bar onsite
  • Restroom
  • Wi-Fi
  • Free Wi-Fi

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy
  • Trendy

Crowd

  • College students
  • Family-friendly
  • Groups
  • Tourists

Planning

  • Accepts reservations

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments
  • Credit cards

Children

  • Good for kids
  • Has changing table(s)
  • High chairs
  • Kids' menu

Parking

  • Free parking lot
  • Free street parking
  • Paid parking lot
  • Usually plenty of parking

Pets

  • Dogs allowed inside
  • Dogs allowed outside

Frequently asked questions

What is Rafferty's Restaurant & Bar known for?

It is especially known for prime rib, steaks cooked to order, chicken tenders, and the house honey butter croissants. Reviewers also repeatedly mention generous portions and quick, efficient service, which makes the comfort-food menu feel like good value in the $20 to $30 range.

What dishes are most recommended at Rafferty's Restaurant & Bar?

Reviewers most often recommend the prime rib, tossed chicken tenders, hot finger salad with tarragon vinaigrette, and the honey butter croissants. Other frequently praised items include buffalo mac and cheese, the Bluegrass special with hickory-grilled BBQ chicken, and the California burger with fries.

What is the atmosphere like at Rafferty's Restaurant & Bar?

The vibe is casual, cozy, and a little trendy, with a bar area and outdoor seating available. Reviewers describe it as a good fit for groups, families, college students, tourists, and solo diners, especially when you want a relaxed sit-down meal with table service.

Is Rafferty's Restaurant & Bar good value, and what is the price range?

The price range is $20 to $30, and reviewers often say the portions are more than ample for the money. People mention leaving with leftovers, getting full meals like steaks, burgers, salads, and croissants, and feeling that the service and food quality justify the cost.

When is the best time to visit Rafferty's Restaurant & Bar?

Reviewers note that it can be busy, especially around dinner time, but quick seating is common and several parties were seated right away even when the parking lot looked full. Arriving earlier, such as around 5 pm, seems to help, and the restaurant accepts reservations if you want to plan ahead.

Is parking available at Rafferty's Restaurant & Bar?

Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Paid parking lot, Usually plenty of parking is available.

Is Rafferty's Restaurant & Bar kid-friendly?

Yes, Rafferty's Restaurant & Bar is good for kids.

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