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Chef David Jones and Chef Karla Lawrence sincerely enjoy sharing their enthusiasm through the classes they teach, the menus they create, the recipes they develop, and the events they produce. Artisan Kitchen of Paducah has established a reputation for high quality and creative food and desserts. Artisan Kitchen has four major aspects to its business.

First is the cafe which offers a creative assortment of sandwiches, salads and creative specials. Second is the corporate and private catering ranging from the simple and casual to the most formal of events and weddings.
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Clarissa K.
May 31, 2022
Driving through Paducah reading reviews on Yelp searching for a good place to eat and we landed here at Artisan Kitchen. Food was so good we had to let you guys know if you need something quick and especially delicious look no further this is it! Aw and thank you Sonya for taking good care of us. Beautiful restaurant and ambiance 5 out of 5 for sure! Enjoy :
Adam B.
May 06, 2022
Excellent food and service. We stopped on way back to st louis from vacation. It was a few minutes off the highway and well worth it. Gluten-free free bun available for sandwiches and my turkey club was good. Gluten-free free cookie was also good. They have a great menu, atmosphere, and great staff. Prices are also very reasonable.
Auston Anderson
Apr 20, 2022
Just attempted to eat at the Cafe on Broadway in Paducah. I'm sorry to say I was disappointed as I had heard the food was really good. Truth be told, I was served a cold plate of stroganoff with uncooked pasta, ps, crunchy is not al dente. The overall cleanliness of the restaurant was poor and in my opinion could have used a professional cleaning. I will say the staff was polite, however, overall I give it 1.5 out of 5. #starvinginpaducah
Robin Kaminski
Apr 14, 2022
We stopped on our way to Nashville after seeing all the great reviews. They did not disappoint! We had the southern BLT, chili and potato salad. So delicious! Would definitely come back if we are in this neck of the woods again!
Sharon Gadbois
Apr 12, 2022
Excellent hole in the wall type place and we found this one online by accident. My colleague and I love eating at places that are in the heart of the local area. Wonderful service except I don't know the lady's name (small frame, blonde). I had the fried eggplant with plum date chutney sooo good. My friend had the portobello with brie. We both had the tomato basil soup.
Clint Mayer
Apr 12, 2022
Originally I thought of this place as the good catering at work. This past weekend though they catered our wedding and we got nothing but compliments on the food and desserts. Their mojito tea was a hit during cocktail hour and the plated dinner came out fast and hot.
Anne Ozaksut
Apr 05, 2022
This meal was special! Absolutely worth the couple minute detour off I-24 into town. Handmade, great quality, satisfying portions, and reasonably priced. I also bought three cookies to go and they were all exceptional. Will be back every time I pass Paducah!
Paula Smith
Mar 18, 2022
If I could give the Artisan Kitchen owners, Karla and David more Stars I would. Today all of the Lunch Buddies help me Celebrate my Birthday in a very unique way. We met at Artisan Kitchen for a cooking class. We had such a good time and really enjoyed ourselves. Karla and David took care of EVERYTHING! All we had to do is show up. We started out with the most delicious appetizer that Karla and Dave prepared for us.

Once everyone arrived Karla gave us 3 recipes we would make: tuscan bean stew, chicken lasagna Rosettes and Karla super quick chicken pot dumpling pie. We were put in two groups of 5 each and started on our first recipe: tuscan bean stew. We were able to ask all kinds of questions about cooking /techniques/kitchen equipment. Boy Karla and David have so much patience!

We felt like we were on one of the cooking shows-Chopped ! Once we finished all three of our dishes we sat down and sampled all the food! DELICIOUS! And if that wasn't enough David brings out a tray of desserts small bites of about 10 different sampling's. With tummies full and great fellowship it was the BEST BIRTHDAY EVER! Karla and David are the BEST-I can never thank you enough for making this day so Special.
Mark N.
Feb 08, 2022
Wonderful food. Tempura Tangier's sandwich just the right amount of crunch. The coleslaw was the bomb. We were just passing through to the quilt museum and were fortunate to find the place for lunch. Every thing we had, soup, sandwich, sides and dessert was done with care. Would go back without question.
I'M. LusciousV
Jan 21, 2022
The service was good, but the Broccoli soup was the best I ever had, it actually had real whole cut off broccoli heads. Wish I took a photo. Anyway, they have a bakery here as well.
Blondie M.
Dec 25, 2021
I am soooo sad that u closed your Murray restaurant! I really tried to keep them open during COVID by buying several items per week. I will really miss the awesome quiches, lemon bars, mocha bars, black forest, & pumpkin pie bars . Will miss u.
Christopher Roberts
Dec 20, 2021
An outstanding meal right on Broadway as it transitions to downtown Paducah. We are so happy to find this gem of a bakery and cafe.
Katrina S.
Nov 26, 2021
We needed to eat lunch in Paducah as we were traveling from St. Louis to Nashville. We wanted to try a locally owned restaurant and skip the chain options. This place is amazing! We tried the Three Pig Sandwich and the Southern BLT (fried green tomatoes ON the sandwich). Both so good! On the way out we picked up some lemon and Black Forest bars from the bakery case. We will definitely be back the next time we're traveling through!
Jeff H.
Aug 15, 2021
Soooo good. Amazing bakery with cakes cookies bread and so much more. Great lunch spot too
Mark M.
Aug 06, 2021
Super good food. fresh and prepared with fresh unique spices. The people that wait on you are genuine and not over the top with the sugar. Go there and enjoy it
Kim K.
Jul 12, 2021
I give this place a 5+ rating! We just happened upon it while out and about on a rainy day from the lake. We each had Chili, hot ham & Pimento cheese, Turkey Club & Turkey Cranberry salad sandwich. Cookie, Carmel French Vanilla cake & the blueberry crumb topping pie. All was over the top delicious! We will return if in town!
Annaliese Nurnberg
Jul 11, 2021
Stopped at Artisan Kitchen with my family during a long drive, and we couldn't have picked a better place for lunch. Everything we had was delicious, so I really think you couldn't go wrong. Best part was the service. Our server was attentive and gave great recommendations. Hopefully we'll be able to come back some day!
Cindy Rollins S.
Jun 28, 2021
You've got to try this place! We tried the Three Little Piggies sandwich and the catfish special. Both were excellent. Friendly staff and clean restrooms. Amazing desserts, too!
Vanessa W.
Apr 23, 2021
Me and my husband stopped by this place on the way to Grand River for a weekend. I had tomato basil soup and Tempura Tangler sandwich. My husband had catfish sandwich and potato salad. Food was delicious. We also bought a chess bar to go. It was good as well. Sorry no pics. By the time I realized that I didn't take pics, my plate was half empty lol. Definitely a place to try in Paducah.
Sam P.
Nov 02, 2020
LOVE Artisan Kitchen! The staff here is some of the nicest. The bakery items are delicious AND gorgeous. You'll definitely impress a group if you bring one of their cakes to a birthday. Also love the hot brown, a southern classic! Really great spot.
Kay R.
Jul 06, 2020
I always make it a point to stop in at Artisan Kitchen whenever I'm in the area for work. I've tried several different things on the menu, and I've never had a bad experience. Their ingredients are always very fresh and flavorful. Service is always excellent. One of the best restaurants in Paducah. Bonus: they have amazing deserts as well.
Kellie H.
Oct 18, 2019
This is hands down the beat sandwiches we have ever had. The sides are excellent as well as the desserts. If you have not eaten here you are missing out.
James M.
Aug 09, 2019
Driving from St Louis to Nashville, Paducah was a good place to stop for lunch. This Cafe and bakery was wonderful. Great service and super hand crafted food. Had the fried green tomatoes Sammy and the beef veggie soup. Both excellent as was the side fruit salad. Parking is right outside. It's ten minutes from the interstate but worth the detour. And you'll be able to say you've been to Paducah.
David H.
Apr 21, 2019
Loved it. I got the Three Little Pigs. It was pork 3 ways with a apricot/apple chutney on housemade roll. A side of cranberry slaw and potato salad. It was extremely tasty. I really want to go back when we are in Paducah.
Tracy N.
Aug 02, 2018
Wow~ what a beautiful looking lunch and the flavor was even better! We only could eat half of what was served, yes we took the rest to go and enjoyed it later. What a lovely place to go! Take your friends and enjoy! Perfect for a girls lunch out! Their desserts also looked wonderful yet we were too full, next time! Nice addition to Paducah! We will return next time we are in town.
Valerie D.
Jan 20, 2018
Delicious sandwiches and soups. They ha e a lot of items with an artistic flair. They also have a bakery with delicious look It cakes cookies and more. I highly recommend this restaurant
Margaret S.
Apr 29, 2017
My mother and I went to Artisan Kitchen yesterday for lunch during our quick visit to Paducah for the quilt show. I had the chicken and dumplings soup which came with homemade croissant. All the wonderful carbs! You could definitely tell the dumplings were homemade as well. It was a great soup for a cold day. While I really enjoyed the food, there were a few environmental issues that really need to be addressed.

Just approaching the restaurant there really wasn't a clear entrance. We ended up walking into the bakery area after passing by what turned out to be the restaurant door. During my meal I saw a number of other people so the same. Second of all, it was freezing! While it was a chilly day outside, the air conditioning was going full blast. When we brought up the issue with the wait staff the air was turned off immediately.

But 20 minutes later it was going full blast. Directly on our table. The other things that really brought it down a star for me was just how closely the tables are grouped against the wall. It was fine when there was someone every other table. Unfortunately, two ladies sat next to my table and I could literally hear ever word of their entire lunch.

This in turn made it hard to enjoy my lunch! While the restroom location is awkward (through the kitchen area) the signage is well located and the restrooms are clean. I like the mural they are working on! I found it (a little too) convenient the bakery is attached to the restaurant. I bought a slice of the mudslide cheesecake, which was served to me in a plastic to-go container even though I was eating it in the restaurant.

I think they should definitely have a few slices of cheesecake in to-go containers but also keep a few slices to be plated for restaurant patrons. The cheesecake was the perfect amount to split because it was so rich. Will I return? If I'm in town for lunch When? Thursday April 27th Why? Yelp reviews + locally owned