Martha Lee's Café
Fresh, local fare in the heart of the garden.
Located in the heart of the gardens near the upper pavilion
Fresh & Simple.
March 3, 2026 - November 25, 2026
- Tuesday - Saturday | 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
- Sunday | Noon - 3 p.m.
- Closed on Monday
While Theodore Klein’s artistry and horticultural prowess often get top billing, it was the partnership with his wife of 67 years, Martha Lee, that was the secret to the success of Yew Dell Farm. As Klein family lore has it, Theodore would constantly show up in the kitchen at lunch time with varying numbers of nursery guests and Martha Lee always had just the right amount of food to send everyone off happy and well fed – nothing fancy but always right on the mark. We celebrate Martha Lee’s legacy with our own fresh, simple and just right fare at Martha Lee’s Café.
Our gardens and facilities will be closed on the following days: The Kentucky Derby, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day and Winter Break: December 20, 2026 - January 5, 2027
Fall Menu
All pricing includes 6% Kentucky sales tax. Credit payments preferred, cash payments accepted. We do not accept $100 bills. Menu items while supplies last. Enjoyable Year-Round Alfresco Dining.
Starters and Snacks
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Soup of the Day | 6
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Pimento Cheese Plate | 8
Marinated Sundried Tomato, Apple, Crackers
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Sweet Pea Hummus|7
Micro Greens, Toasted Almonds, Focaccia
Lunch
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Garden Salad|12
Greens, Peas, Goat Cheese, Roast Winter Squash, Cashews, Dried Apricot, Herb Vinaigrette
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Daily Quiche|12
Served with lightly dressed Field Greens
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Seasonal Grain Bowl|14
Quinoa, Steel Cut Oats, Daily Toppings
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Bison & White Bean Stew|14
Red Wine Broth, Seasonal Vegetables, Corn Muffin
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Turkey Panini|14
Turkey, Caramelized Onions, White Cheddar, Garlic Mayonnaise, Wheat Bread
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BLT|14
Bacon, Lettuce, Roasted Roma Tomato, Dell Sauce, Wheat Toast
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Meatloaf Sandwich|15
Garlic Mayonnaise, Roasted Tomato, Field Greens, Yeast Roll
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Beer Brined Carrot Frankfurter|13
White bean Horseradish hummus, Sauteed peppers & Onions, French Roll
Kids Menu
All meals include chips
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Grilled Cheese | 6
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PB & J | 6
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Cheese, Carrot, Apple Tidbits | 6
Sides
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Kettle Chips | 3
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Fresh Fruit | Mkt.
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Roasted Potatoes | 4
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Side Salad | 4
Sweets
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Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookie | 2
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Brown Sugar Brulee Bread Pudding | 7
Includes seasonal toppings
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Assorted Pastries | Mkt.
Drinks
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Bottled Water | 3
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Fountain Soda - Assorted | 3
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Fruit Juice - Assorted | 3
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Sparkling Water | 5
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Hot or Iced Tea | 3
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Hot or Iced Coffee | 3
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Craft Soda | 6
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Gatorade | 4