Lem's Cafe

Lem's Cafe Hi, I am Amanda, the great-granddaughter of Lem Reed, the African-American banjo player who entertained tourists of My Old Kentucky Home in the 1940s and 50s.

Based in the Bourbon Capital of the World, Bardstown, Kentucky, Lem's Cafe is a mobile cafe named after Hall of Fame and My Old Kentucky Home banjo player, Lem Reed. With the same spirit of welcoming in my heart, I started Lem's Cafe. Lem's Cafe believes that coffee, community, and creation are a triple force for good. Coffee brings people together, starts the day, and vessels peace. Community is

essential for the development of humans. Both local and visiting communities will find a safe and welcoming community when interacting with our cafe. When peace and support of the community are accessible, people have the opportunity to create the world they wish to live in.

We are back! Well, technically, we were back yesterday, but playing catch up. Who is excited for Labor Day weekend? We a...
09/04/2026

We are back! Well, technically, we were back yesterday, but playing catch up.

Who is excited for Labor Day weekend? We are OPEN this weekend!

Mark your calendars, because the last thing we want to do is mess up your weekend plans. Lem's Cafe will be observing sp...
08/23/2026

Mark your calendars, because the last thing we want to do is mess up your weekend plans. Lem's Cafe will be observing special hours the last weekend in August.

New sign, who dis? You can find and SEE us at 105 E Flaget Street, unit B, Bardstown, KY 40004.
08/15/2026

New sign, who dis?

You can find and SEE us at 105 E Flaget Street, unit B, Bardstown, KY 40004.


We love Bardstown Farmers Market! 💕
08/04/2026

We love Bardstown Farmers Market! 💕

Bardstown Farmers Market

We are growing and looking for new team members!
08/03/2026

We are growing and looking for new team members!

It's almost time to bring out our fall speciality drinks. Be sure to grab a summer drink while you can! 🌺 Iced Hibiscus ...
07/30/2026

It's almost time to bring out our fall speciality drinks. Be sure to grab a summer drink while you can!

🌺 Iced Hibiscus Tea
💜 Hot/Iced Coffee with Lavender Cold Foam
🍑 Peach Refresher
🍵 Iced Matcha with Strawberry Cold Foam

☀️☕️🪕
07/23/2026

☀️☕️🪕

Which drink do you need this Monday morning?
07/20/2026

Which drink do you need this Monday morning?

Thank you for the feature, Guide to Kentucky . And thank you again to our customers and loyal supporters. We love you al...
07/17/2026

Thank you for the feature, Guide to Kentucky . And thank you again to our customers and loyal supporters.

We love you all and appreciate you!

Website Blog Article: Rooted in History, Roasted Ethically. Posted by Guide to Kentucky - Guide to Kentucky

Address

105 E Flaget Street, B
Bardstown, KY
40004

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 2pm
Thursday 7am - 2pm
Friday 7am - 2pm
Saturday 8am - 2pm
Sunday 8am - 2pm

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