Today we head to the state of Kentucky and focus on nine buzzed-about locales — some new, some more established. For this edition, local expert Sharon Thompson, food writer at The Lexington Herald-Leader, has taken the reins and shared her thoughts on some of the most popular dining her state currently has to offer. Here now, the Eater Heat Map to Kentucky.

Tried any of the places on the list or feel there are any glaring omissions? You know what to do.

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