21 Best Cocktail Bars near Louisville

“We stopped into Nora’s this evening and we’re so so pleased! The atmosphere was wonderful but the highlight was the bartender, Dave! Watching him craft his cocktails was a fun experience!!“

“Such a rare gem for connecting and enjoying an evening together! I'm a whiskey drinker and they have a very unique collection. The bartender let me taste before deciding. That never happens anymore!!!!! So appreciative of the amazing food and service ❤️“

“The hotel is clean, has great amenities, great breakfast, an outstanding pool, beautiful outdoor courtyard, and is conveniently located and surrounded by great restaurants, and the staff were all exceptional! Tammie at the front desk was always so helpful and nice and the gentleman, who had actually just started working at the café, was so nice and had outstanding customer service. The beds were comfortable, and the rooms, especially the one with the balcony, were so warm and inviting! We highly recommend this hotel, and would definitely return.“

“Just had dinner with family & everything was incredible. The decor is interesting, there’s tons to look at. Even the mismatched and kitschy dinnerware. We enjoyed the jalapeño poppers, fried pickles and okra. The cauliflower tacos, brisket sandwich, steak mac and cheese and beyond burger were all made perfect and came out hot and quick. They even split my nieces’ mac in separate bowls without us asking. Our server, AJ, was friendly and timely! Thanks for the good time Waterloo 🫶!“

“We had been here in the past an had already really enjoyed service, environment, and food so we went in to get breakfast on the day we were eloping. Not only was the staff extremely nice and attentive they all said congratulations and seemed happy to serve us. Additionally the staff provided us with a complimentary dessert dish that was very well prepared and delicious!“

“We walked in and the bartender was super welcoming. We learned a lot while getting great service. Definitely would recommend!“

“I had wanted to eat at Frasca for years, and it finally worked out. My husband and I chose the Quattro Piatti tasting menu with the half wine pairing and added the chef’s pasta course.

What impressed me most was that I was never bored or disappointed. Each course made me curious about what was coming next and how it would be presented. The chef’s pasta was outstanding, the black cod was beautifully prepared, and the presentations throughout the meal were artistic and thoughtful. Some dishes, particularly the lamb and dessert, were richer than my personal preference, but everything was interesting and carefully executed.

The wine pairing was exceptional and may have been my favorite part of the evening. I was also pleasantly surprised by how comfortable and welcoming the atmosphere felt. Overall, it was a memorable experience, and I’m very glad we finally went.“

“Amazing food, amazing service, and amazing experience 👍“

“Eber was incredible with his recommendations, mixology, customization on our drink orders, and descriptions of the spirits we were interested in. His conversation and recommendations/mixes make me want to drive all the way up from fountain just for another drink.“

“Excelente restaurante! Muy limpio, linda decoración, el personal muy profesional, amable , cordial y con muy buena presentación y el menú fuera de serie!!! Exquisito todo ! Realmente delicioso! Felicitaciones para Hugo !“

“I’ve had so much fun at Thane’s Table for the last few years. Every time I show up, there is something exciting going on and I feel welcome to participate. Super happy to have discovered such a magical place in my area ❤️“

“This restaurant is perfectly named. My brunch was delicious! The staff was wonderful and extremely accommodating, and friendly. I strongly recommend trying the lavender vanilla latte. We will definitely be back!“

“For experiencing a taste of authentic Mexican food, don't miss Mojo taqueria in Boulder or Lyons. The food is delicious, the service is wonderful and the ambience is so cozy! Thank you for a wonderful dinner experience with our family!“

“The Pork Belly Benny's were absolutely fire! I grew up in the south and not sure I've had a better side of grits! 11/10 will eat there again!“

“incredible staff, incredible drinks, and incredible music! this is a local gem!!“

“Checking in with a collection of my experiences -- all of which have been resoundingly positive. I especially enjoy some of the appetizers and the happy hour menu, with the Brussel Sprouts & Hummus (pictured) and Calamari coming to mind. For my taste it's the perfect balance between comfort food and upscale, you can tell the menu has been well thought out and that the food items are designed to be a little more interesting and tasty than cut-and-paste bar food, while at the same time the vibe isn't overly pretentious. I think there's something to be said for knowing your lane and not pretending to be something you're not -- and Ironwood Grill does that perfectly. I always feel welcomed, I always feel relaxed, and I never leave hungry. I spent my 50th birthday and myself and all my guests (of which there were many) were well attended to and taken care of. I will continue to be back again and again and feel great about supporting this locally run enterprise.“

“Great place and great musicians.“

“the food was really good and the staff was friendly a little bit overpriced but other than that a really good experience“

“Really good food, seated fast and food was priced reasonably.“

“We enjoyed our meal very much. We had the Basil chicken, eggplant, & homemade kha soup. Everything was amazing. DJ was great at recommendations the dishes. Service was excellent!“

“The Pina Loca dish tasted straight out of Mexico and enough for two people. It was delicious. The margaritas were very generous and we thoroughly enjoyed them. The menu is extensive with lots of dishes not seen at your typical Mexican restaurant.“