Walton

Walton is between Cincinnati and Lexington, though far closer to Cincinnati. I'd certainly say it's a suburb of the biggest nearby city, and that's a good thing. I suppose the best thing about Walton is that it has plenty going on, and if you do become bored by the local bars and restaurants you're not too far from Cincinnati and can make a quick drive to a more exciting area.

What complements the amenities in Walton is the more rural look and feel of the town. You'll get the scenic country setting while not being truly isolated like some other parts of Kentucky. You're definitely going to enjoy the beautiful landscapes around you.

For amenities, you have a fair number. You can get some decent Chinese at Raymond's, above average Mexican at El Toro Bravo or Rio Grande, and pizza at quite a few different local pizza parlors. There aren't enough upper class restaurants for my tastes, but at the same time I really like the down home style of cooking and simpler foods that you'll find in abundance in Walton. You may not have the best possible options in Walton, but you won't starve either.

The Walton Community Park is pretty good, with soccer fields and basketball courts to help you stay active, and the local schools are decent. The local public school is in Verona, but the middle school and high school are actually in Walton, so that's a plus. I'm not in love with Walton, but it's a good place to raise kids, and parents won't be too bored. You'll be safe and comfortable.

Walton is a nice small town that's actually not that small yet also not a big, loud, crazy town. It's a friendly place with more than its share of restaurants and businesses. I'm always surprised by Walton when I drive through, and that's a great thing!

First, you have a fair number of restaurants in Walton. From good Mexican food at El Toro Bravo to some of the best waffles I've ever had at The Waffle House, you won't be hungry in Walton. There aren't really a ton of super fine dining options, but there's plenty of variety for me. Be sure to check out Raymond's Hong Kong Cafe if you're looking for some good Crab Rangoon.

If you have kids the schools are in a shared district with Verona, and while they're not exactly spectacular, you do have some options to give your kids an education. The Little Red School House has a good reputation amongst some friends in the area, and St Joseph is a good private school.

Walton is a friendly place, and I'm sure most of the residents are connected in some way or other. They seem to know one another. That's a nice thing to see, and while it's not totally unique in Kentucky (GO Kentucky!), it's still nice to see.

You have almost no crime, a very reasonable cost of living and plenty of places to get a bite to eat in Walton. If you're looking for excitement you can do better, but if you want to relax in a friendly town that's super safe, Walton is a good choice.