Restaurants in Louisville
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Best Restaurants
“After a long day of hectic travel we walked in no reservations and were seating immediately. Our server Abraham was attentive, knowledgeable and demonstrated what hospitality is all about. We felt taken care of and looked after. After our day of travel, this was exactly what we needed, and the food was excellent!!”
“Absolutely fantastic dining experience! Food was great, atmosphere out of this world. Best dinner we had in Louisville!”
“Had an amazing experience at The Mayan Cafe! Their food was absolutely delicious—fresh, flavorful, and perfectly balanced. I also really appreciated how accommodating they were with allergies. The staff was knowledgeable and made sure everything was safe for me. Highly recommend! Will definitely be back.”
“delicious food, large portions, perfectly prepared. amazing staff.”
Restaurants by Cuisine
“My server Amanda on a scale 1-10 she was a 10! I was satisfied with her appearance an he approach she's great she handles everything wonderful! Customer satisfaction!”
Recommended Restaurants
“I’ve been going to funtea since they’ve opened and it is one of my favorite places of all time. The owner, Amy, is the absolute sweetest and everyone there goes above and beyond for the drinks, desserts and service. We go here almost every weekend because of how much we love it!”
“One of my favorite places to eat! Good fresh ingredients, love that a lot of items are homemade! I cant get enough of this place!”
“I had not eaten here in over 20 years. Meatloaf: spectacular as always. Chocolate brownie torte: The best there ever was. Thank you very much Ditto's for still being amazing.”
“I ordered two steak tacos and one chorizo. They were full of meat, onions, and cilantro. They were flavorful, easy to chew, and not dry at all. The chorizo taco had a little heat to it, to top it all off. The portions are perfect size for the price!”
“I love Martini's The food and company are spectacular. I have tried. a mixture of many dishes and they all have been wonderful. The wait staff is fabulous and friendly. Jason an s Kya are incredible. They make me feel like one of the family. It is worth every penny!!!”
“Had a pharmaceutical event there today and the service was top notch ! Great food and the drinks are fantastic 🍷”
“It's rare that we have a date night on a weekday with two young children, but tonight was the exception. When I realized our anniversary was falling on a Wednesday, Perso was the first place that came to mind. Perso's Prix Fixe Menú is available every Sunday through Wednesday and offers a three course meal for $29. It's no secret that I'm a fine dining enthusiast; but who doesn't love a bargain? If you're looking for a nice night out without breaking the bank, this is your spot. Perso sits at the corner of Oak and Shelby in the same location as the former Square Cut Pizza. The giant windows in the front provide an abundance of natural light. The interior has a modern industrial vibe with painted exposed brick, plants, and Edison bulbs hanging on pendants. One wall with wooden slats gives a Scandinavian feel to the main dining area. It's a small-ish intimate space with a beautiful patio. For my first course, I chose Crostino Di Tonno- olive oil poached tuna, stracciatella, pickled celery, and Calabrian chili. I followed my first course with olive oil poached swordfish, corn chowder, and golden zucchini scapece. For dessert, I had the chef's choice: apple strudel with whipped cream cheese. My husband chose heirloom tomato with roasted eggplant, bagna couda, and fine herbs. For his main course, he had pork tenderloin with edamame, beef dashi, and fine herbs. We both opted for the chef's choice for dessert. I tasted each of his courses and they were every bit as delicious as my own. The edamame provided the perfect texture and his tenderloin dashi tasted gravy-esque without being overly heavy. Mostly notable, besides the insane deal for such decadence, was the fresh flavor combinations throughout. Our table had fresh rosemary as a centerpiece. The corn chowder was right up my alley. I could've licked my bowl if I wasn't trying to pretend to have a bit of class. The swordfish was tender, juicy, and not overly fishy. The tuna flatbread was the perfect balance of sweet and spicy. The mint on top of my whipped cream cheese truly set it apart. My lavender Manhattan was earthy and smoky, not just in flavor. It was literally smoking. My husband had an old-fashioned. Neither of us were disappointed. Our server, Amanda, was phenomenal. She offered recommendations. She visited our table to ensure we were satisfied the perfect number of times. Her warm demeanor was professional while also being personable. She was everything we hope for in a server. Perso's Sunday through Wednesday Prix Fixe Menú is hands-down one of the best opportunities for an affordable night out. That being said, once you get a taste of what they have to offer, you'll be sold on splurging any day of the week.”
“Food was the winner of this stop. Quite the surprise to find tasty cuban food in Kentucky. The service was pretty good and attentive. The atmosphere is a bit chaotic. Surprisingly a LOT of kids on the day we went and there was a live singer. It was really loud. Depending on how you view those categories, it can add or subtract from your rating!”
Restaurants with Delivery
“Had an amazing experience at The Mayan Cafe! Their food was absolutely delicious—fresh, flavorful, and perfectly balanced. I also really appreciated how accommodating they were with allergies. The staff was knowledgeable and made sure everything was safe for me. Highly recommend! Will definitely be back.”
“After a long day of hectic travel we walked in no reservations and were seating immediately. Our server Abraham was attentive, knowledgeable and demonstrated what hospitality is all about. We felt taken care of and looked after. After our day of travel, this was exactly what we needed, and the food was excellent!!”
“It's almost the end of 2024 and I've been having Clean Eatz this entire year. I'd say 90% of everything I've eaten this year has been CE. To say it's been a huge game changer for me is an understatement. I had a stubborn 10lb that wouldn't go away from the Covid years. That was gone in the first couple months. I was also able to set PRs in all distances-5k, 10k, 15k, half marathon and marathon. Having healthy food from Ce definitely played a huge part in that. Prior to this year I'd never ran more than 1200 miles in a year and I'm coming up on 1800 for the year! Also I haven't been sick this entire year where I'm normally sick at least one or two times. It all starts with your diet and I'm so incredibly blessed that I discovered CE.”
“I've eaten my way around the world — mom-and-pop kitchens tucked down alleys, street stalls with lines out the door, and a handful of spots from the World's Best 50 list. I say that not to brag, but so you understand the weight behind what I'm about to tell you: dinner at Decade is one of the best meals I've ever had in my life.
Andy and his team have pulled off something I genuinely struggle to put into words. The genius here isn't rare truffles or gold leaf — it's the opposite. Decade takes homey, everyday ingredients, the kind you'd find in any grandmother's pantry, and transforms them into something you simply won't believe. Each plate builds on the last, flavors folding and unfolding in ways I didn't know food could do. Familiar comfort turned kaleidoscopic. Textures that caught me off guard, flavor combinations that made me stop mid-bite and just laugh. If you could have an acid trip on a dinner plate, this is it — and I mean that as the highest compliment possible. This is the most creative menu I have ever encountered, and I do not say that lightly.
But great food is only half the story. The care behind every course, the rhythm of the meal, the sense that this team genuinely loves what they do — it all came through. You feel looked after. You feel like you're sitting at the center of something special that's only just getting started.
And it is just getting started. I'm genuinely excited to watch the Decade restaurant group grow, because there's a vision here that deserves to reach far beyond Louisville. One personal hope: I understand the co-owner has roots in San Francisco. As someone who calls the Bay Area home, I would be first in line if they ever opened a spot out west. Please make that happen.
If I lived in Louisville, I'd be here constantly — no question. Decade isn't just a meal. It's an experience I'll be telling people about for years.
Andy, thank you. Thank you for the creativity, the heart, and the sheer joy you put on every plate. You and your team have built something rare and beautiful, and you deserve every bit of success and every accolade heading your way. If you find yourself in Louisville, do yourself a favor and go to Decade. Trust me.”
“It's rare that we have a date night on a weekday with two young children, but tonight was the exception. When I realized our anniversary was falling on a Wednesday, Perso was the first place that came to mind. Perso's Prix Fixe Menú is available every Sunday through Wednesday and offers a three course meal for $29. It's no secret that I'm a fine dining enthusiast; but who doesn't love a bargain? If you're looking for a nice night out without breaking the bank, this is your spot. Perso sits at the corner of Oak and Shelby in the same location as the former Square Cut Pizza. The giant windows in the front provide an abundance of natural light. The interior has a modern industrial vibe with painted exposed brick, plants, and Edison bulbs hanging on pendants. One wall with wooden slats gives a Scandinavian feel to the main dining area. It's a small-ish intimate space with a beautiful patio. For my first course, I chose Crostino Di Tonno- olive oil poached tuna, stracciatella, pickled celery, and Calabrian chili. I followed my first course with olive oil poached swordfish, corn chowder, and golden zucchini scapece. For dessert, I had the chef's choice: apple strudel with whipped cream cheese. My husband chose heirloom tomato with roasted eggplant, bagna couda, and fine herbs. For his main course, he had pork tenderloin with edamame, beef dashi, and fine herbs. We both opted for the chef's choice for dessert. I tasted each of his courses and they were every bit as delicious as my own. The edamame provided the perfect texture and his tenderloin dashi tasted gravy-esque without being overly heavy. Mostly notable, besides the insane deal for such decadence, was the fresh flavor combinations throughout. Our table had fresh rosemary as a centerpiece. The corn chowder was right up my alley. I could've licked my bowl if I wasn't trying to pretend to have a bit of class. The swordfish was tender, juicy, and not overly fishy. The tuna flatbread was the perfect balance of sweet and spicy. The mint on top of my whipped cream cheese truly set it apart. My lavender Manhattan was earthy and smoky, not just in flavor. It was literally smoking. My husband had an old-fashioned. Neither of us were disappointed. Our server, Amanda, was phenomenal. She offered recommendations. She visited our table to ensure we were satisfied the perfect number of times. Her warm demeanor was professional while also being personable. She was everything we hope for in a server. Perso's Sunday through Wednesday Prix Fixe Menú is hands-down one of the best opportunities for an affordable night out. That being said, once you get a taste of what they have to offer, you'll be sold on splurging any day of the week.”
“We were sat promptly and had wonderful service throughout our stay. Our waitress, Danielle, was knowledgeable about the menu, friendly and accommodating. Jasmine and John were wonderfully attentive to our needs, clearing plates and refilling drinks. The food was deliciously prepared. Highly recommend the house dessert! Thank you for a wonderful dinner experience!”
“I've eaten my way around the world — mom-and-pop kitchens tucked down alleys, street stalls with lines out the door, and a handful of spots from the World's Best 50 list. I say that not to brag, but so you understand the weight behind what I'm about to tell you: dinner at Decade is one of the best meals I've ever had in my life.
Andy and his team have pulled off something I genuinely struggle to put into words. The genius here isn't rare truffles or gold leaf — it's the opposite. Decade takes homey, everyday ingredients, the kind you'd find in any grandmother's pantry, and transforms them into something you simply won't believe. Each plate builds on the last, flavors folding and unfolding in ways I didn't know food could do. Familiar comfort turned kaleidoscopic. Textures that caught me off guard, flavor combinations that made me stop mid-bite and just laugh. If you could have an acid trip on a dinner plate, this is it — and I mean that as the highest compliment possible. This is the most creative menu I have ever encountered, and I do not say that lightly.
But great food is only half the story. The care behind every course, the rhythm of the meal, the sense that this team genuinely loves what they do — it all came through. You feel looked after. You feel like you're sitting at the center of something special that's only just getting started.
And it is just getting started. I'm genuinely excited to watch the Decade restaurant group grow, because there's a vision here that deserves to reach far beyond Louisville. One personal hope: I understand the co-owner has roots in San Francisco. As someone who calls the Bay Area home, I would be first in line if they ever opened a spot out west. Please make that happen.
If I lived in Louisville, I'd be here constantly — no question. Decade isn't just a meal. It's an experience I'll be telling people about for years.
Andy, thank you. Thank you for the creativity, the heart, and the sheer joy you put on every plate. You and your team have built something rare and beautiful, and you deserve every bit of success and every accolade heading your way. If you find yourself in Louisville, do yourself a favor and go to Decade. Trust me.”
“Just had a wonderful experience, the staff was awesome at explaining everything to us as newbies. Took my husband axe throwing for Father’s Day and we had a blast! The atmosphere was lowkey and unassuming, and the other players were awesome at rooting everyone on despite us all being strangers. It doesn’t matter if you win or lose you’ll be guaranteed to have fun no matter what. The whole setup is so innovative but also very user friendly. We will definitely be back!”
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“We were sat promptly and had wonderful service throughout our stay. Our waitress, Danielle, was knowledgeable about the menu, friendly and accommodating. Jasmine and John were wonderfully attentive to our needs, clearing plates and refilling drinks. The food was deliciously prepared. Highly recommend the house dessert! Thank you for a wonderful dinner experience!”
“Just had a wonderful experience, the staff was awesome at explaining everything to us as newbies. Took my husband axe throwing for Father’s Day and we had a blast! The atmosphere was lowkey and unassuming, and the other players were awesome at rooting everyone on despite us all being strangers. It doesn’t matter if you win or lose you’ll be guaranteed to have fun no matter what. The whole setup is so innovative but also very user friendly. We will definitely be back!”
“We always enjoy our experiences at Volare’. Fresh seafood dishes flown in each Friday for another one of their exquisite seafood entree’s. Large portions are in order and our favorites are the steak with bourbon glaze and salmon with a hot pepper sauce. Don’t forget to order their decadent desserts, even if you take it to go. Caring staff that make certain that your visit is flawless.”
“Not only was the food creative and delicious, the restaurant offers a true dining experience with great attention to detail. Extra credit for the fact that they did not rush me at all even though I was dining solo but instead took the time to make me feel as welcome and special as any other diner. A truly memorable dining experience. Worth every penny and then some.”
“i follow a blogger on youtube that travels the world. he is visiting Ethiopia and through watching it learned that Ethiopia is the birthplace of coffee. So i googled Ethiopian coffee shops in Louisville and found Abol cafe. visited today and had some pour over coffee, it was the best coffe i've ever had, and i have tried coffee everywhere!!!! believe me when I say this place has the best Coffee around. This place more than exceeded my expectations of Ethiooian Coffee!!!! I will be visiting this place alot more.”
“We always enjoy our experiences at Volare’. Fresh seafood dishes flown in each Friday for another one of their exquisite seafood entree’s. Large portions are in order and our favorites are the steak with bourbon glaze and salmon with a hot pepper sauce. Don’t forget to order their decadent desserts, even if you take it to go. Caring staff that make certain that your visit is flawless.”
24 Hour Restaurants
“Dear Jeff's Donuts. I regret to inform you, I can only give you five stars, just know you deserve every single star in the sky. I hope this letter finds you well. The day is Friday. January the 10th, year 2025. Today, Brooklyn and I decided to get donuts for us and the kids, as she wanted to start preparing the chili early. Dunkin’ Donuts was closed, and the order promptly canceled. We debated on making homemade donuts for a short time, before deciding to venture out and try something different. There you were. Shining like a lighthouse in a dark, foggy sea of plain looking donuts. It’s beacon of light piercing through the veil of confusion and blandness. The chaos of ordinary cookie cutter style donuts, never stood no chance, really. Upon inspecting the diverse list of offerings, something caught my eye. The Cherry Dream Long John. I must admit, I was hesitant at first. Cherry is something many do wrong. Alas, I could not resist my own curiosity. The craving for proper cherry took over and consumed my ability to control my impulse. I added everyone’s order, and sent forth the courier of deliciousness promptly to your location. I had to have it, and I had to have it now. A short time later, the courier arrived, carry what was quite possibly the biggest donut box I’d ever seen. It was then, at that very moment, I knew deep inside of me that these truly were going to be no ordinary donuts. I quickly flayed the tree pulp and adhesive bondage from the chest of donuts, with the utmost anticipation. Not knowing truly what to expect, but having the highest of hopes. I opened it with the utmost care. At first glimpse, I was overwhelmed. I immediately closed the box in disbelief and looked at Brooklyn. She understood from my expression, that this indeed, was no ordinary box of donuts from no ordinary donut shop. It took a second, but after the shock and excitement faded, I re-opened the chest of delight, and we handed them out. The kids got chocolate frosted sprinkle donuts, which were absolute behemoths. You could tell, they were iced in all of their glory and size, with care and intent. Brooklyn withdrew her blueberry donut. She was pleased. Then it was left to me. I picked up my Cherry Dream donut, and stared at it for a minute. Marveled by its creamy, fresh and delicious appeal. Almost entranced by the faint smell of cherry and freshly cooked dough. I tried my first bite, and immediately knew not many would follow, as I couldn’t contain myself. It was perfect. From the creamy, fresh soft icing, that was a perfectly balanced flavor profile of cherry. Not the overwhelming fake cherry that becomes too much to bear after the first few bites. The sweet, delicate taste of cherry done right. Just enough to leave you craving more. It was that profile, mixed with a soft, fresh, airy dough that had such perfectly placed and crafted air pockets inside that it couldn’t possibly have any other explanation than god himself, wanted them to be there. Alas, I had acquired the perfect cherry donut. Jeff, from my heart to yours. To you, and your crew of artesian donut crafters as well, I’d like to say thank you. Thank you for this experience that has filled me with so much joy. Thank you for these children, being able to experience what a TRUE donut, really is, in all of its glory. I could not recommend Jeff’s donuts enough. I must abruptly end this, and I am sorry. There is now a strawberry donut calling my name. I cannot refuse its calling. I cannot ignore its voice, like a siren in the sea. I cannot ignore its succulent temptation. I must indulge.”
“They are a convenience store, they also sell chicken meal. At least there's not a lot of people hanging around it front or in the facility. It's a am Indian family owned business, they have vapes, cigarettes, lottery, chicken, and convenient snack food... Nothing healthy though fyi”
“It's 3 am and the food cravings kicks in because you were at the hospital all day visiting. Only a handful of places were open in the east this late. Seeing Waffle House's house lights still lit is like running towards the bright lights in search of a food coma in Valhalla!
But this Valhalla joint is only 4 stars because they forgot to top my burger off with vegetables even when I requested it twice!”
“Just wanted to give the morning crew this morning a shout out! I know its hot in there. Even hotter slaving over the stove, but this Chicken Fiesta Bowl is DELICIOUS right now. Im swinging my legs and twiddling my toes as we speak! Good job holding it down today Crew!”
“J. Grahams Cafe was superb. My mother loved it. The staff were helpful and friendly. We will definitely be back.”
Takeout Restaurants
“Food was the winner of this stop. Quite the surprise to find tasty cuban food in Kentucky. The service was pretty good and attentive. The atmosphere is a bit chaotic. Surprisingly a LOT of kids on the day we went and there was a live singer. It was really loud. Depending on how you view those categories, it can add or subtract from your rating!”
“I’ve been a few times to Better Blend and I have to say the last time I went was to the Louisville location. It was by far my favorite, the staff were very friendly, and the menu items we tried were the best I have had yet!! The business was very clean, and it made me feel even better about picking the healthy food options we had ( I had the peanut butter Oreo for the first time and it really hit the spot!) I recommend if you are in the area and looking for a fresh crisp healthy choice stop by and give it a try!”
“10 outta 10 would recommend!! What a great restaurant with amazing food!! Family friendly and the owner and his family were so nice! While we waited for our food to be made, we got to put our names on the wall and got to enter act with their son, who was so cute!!”
“Tried this for the first time today and loved it! Just when I felt there were no new interesting spots in downtown Louisville, a friend recommends InSeason. Yes! Wonderfully flavored and very friendly service by all. They moved fast and kept the place hopping. Very clean, too! Love the farm to table options. We will be back!”
“My family gets almost all of our cakes from here! They're amazing and so talented! We've gotten baesic cakes, her pre designed cakes, And even a beautiful custom cake for a baby shower. Highly recommend them! I posted a couple of the cakes we've gotten from them recently!
Updating this on 8/16/2026 to add the custom shark cake she made for my sons 6th birthday. Absolutely amazing! Way better than we imagined!!”
“Our grouper and fried fish and chips were excellent! Sides were also very good. This was our first visit and we look forward to becoming regulars!”
“Eliza needs a raise! She was in the kitchen all by herself when we got there & her service was incredible, we didn't even wait very long. Cookies were perfect & we ended up getting a cheesecake too.”
“We really enjoyed the meal and our server. The dining room is very nice. However, I rated them down one star because the bar is open to the dining room. There was a very loud customer at the bar whose loud talk and braying laugh made a conversation in the dining room almost impossible at times.”
Drive-Thru Restaurants
“I have had several of the Middle Eastern menu items multiple times. Without a doubt it’s one of the best places here in Louisville. If not the best. The prices are very reasonable and the portions are healthy. I need to try some of the Italian dishes. The owner used to work in a top rated Italian restaurant for 17 years.”
“We’ve been here so many times and have always loved it.
Tonight, we tried to just our fantasy football draft with them but our league failed to show. We’d planned on 15 but not even half showed up. But this team still honored their fantasy football draft party for us - gave us a TV to watch the game we wanted (and this went way beyond the call of service) and they still honored their discounts.
We had actually no idea they did these thing for fantasy football drafts, so if you are drafting soon. You need to go here! Last minute. Amazing management and waitress staff.
We love bungalows and will forever be customers.
Killed it guys. Amazing work.”
“Staff was the rudest I have ever encountered at the Middletown location. I also witnessed extreme rudeness to a door dash driver who had clearly been waiting a while and when they asked about the order having been marked 10 minutes ago as ready they were told "We don't care about YOUR numbers, we have to appear to be on time." He looked like management. I turned and left, I will not do business with someone being rude to staff or anyone providing a service to them any more than rudeness to customers.”
“The pizza isnt life changing, but you will sure be glad to eat it. I got a couple of slices. The meat lover was good, but I didn't care for the chicken ranch and I reckon garlic type sauce. Id been happier with a solid pepperoni. The staff all seemed nice and welcoming for being there so late like I was. I definitely will be back.”
“Excellent selection of breakfast offerings including for those with dietary concerns. Fair prices for quality food. Friendly, professional, accomodating staff. Clean and aesthetically pleasing atmosphere... First time at a First Watch... definitely won't be the last!!!”
“The only word I have to describe this restaurant is perfect. The sushi and sashimi were perfect. The sake recommendation was perfect. Dessert was....yes, perfect. Hands down, the BEST sushi restaurant in town and definitely recommend getting the omakase.”
“Visiting Louisville and two days in a row coming to this fabulous establishment! Absolutely amazing food and Lexi at the bar offered the best service!”
Fine Dining
“We were celebrating our 62nd wedding anniversary. The table prep, recognition of our night was outstanding. Roses for my wife, a gift and an individualized card made the night. I had seabass and she had a lobster special that was outstanding. You won't find a better experience anywhere in Louisville.”
“Brilliantly planned and conceived menu that featured high quality food that was creatively prepared. The portions were generous for a tasting menu. We really enjoyed that we were not at all rushed through our meal nor was there a long lag between courses. A truly memorable experience.”
“Ordered a smash cake and a sheet cake for our daughters first birthday. So glad we chose Sweets by Millie! From the beginning, the process was so easy and she understood exactly what I was picturing in my head. The pricing is upfront and matches the quality of cake you will receive. Definitely will be ordering again in the future!”
“Delicious cookies and clean place to eat desserts at. I would recommend these cookies.”
“We spotted this bottle shop while driving through Louisville and decided to pop in. Definitely a good call. The layout makes it super easy to browse, and the selection is impressive, especially if you’re into older age‑statement bottles or hunting for rare finds. The staff member on duty was straightforward and helpful, answering every question we threw his way.
If you’re in the area, it’s worth stopping in just to look around. We also wandered into the bar next door. Cozy, dimly lit, total speakeasy vibes. We didn’t stay for a drink, but it looked like a very cool spot.”
“Highly recommend this iconic place! We celebrated our anniversary last night and had a wonderful time. Great food and service! I had the chicken and my husband had the pork chops both delicious. The drinks were made well and our dessert was the flourless chocolate blood orange cake. The evening was perfect!”
Cheap Eats
“We took our out of town guests yesterday. Our server Jessica was amazing! She really made our night! (If you are reading this Jessica, y’all/yins did a great job! Lol.) Everyone loved their cocktails. The pork chop was very tasty and perfectly cooked, loved the shrimp and grits… so flavorful! The salmon was also delicious! We had the cheese and hummus plate as a starter and I was not a fan. The hummus was gummy and had an odd flavor. The rest of our group didn’t mind it. I could have had the bruschetta as my meal… yum! For dessert we had the bread pudding and asked to have some bourbon to pour on top (so good!), the lava cake (wow) and the brûlée (coffee flavored and very nice). We were the last to leave and Jessica and the rest of the staff treated us if we had all the time in the world. We so appreciated that! Our experience was so special! Thank you!”
“We were traveling and got a recommendation to try Osteria. The evening could not have been better. Our server Kristy was wonderful and had a great knowledge of the food offerings and their preparation . The food was fantastic. The experience was a 10 out of 10. Thank You Osteria”
“Epiphany is what this urban farmers' dreams are made of! It's about time there is an OUT OF THIS WORLD Farm to table libation bar (with a solid alcohol free menu)!!! Pick up farm fresh eggs, order a Farm to table libation, and the most delicious bites plates on could imagine! The assorted pickles are far out - try em'! Oh, and one MUST NOT forget about the white chocolate mousse - my lawd. I am now a fan of mousse! Beautiful art is available for adoption on the walls. And you can not go wrong with any of the libations. The flight is a STEAL! I can not remember the cocktail names ordered, but one was cherry focused. While the other is made with turmeric greens and gin. De-lish-must! I mean it. Go. Now!!!!”
“The best old fashion cocktail we have ever had. The staff were friendly and food was excellent. We will definitely go back.”
“We loved this bar! We were traveling from MN and wanted to watch the Vikings game. We found the Parlay and loved hanging there long after the game was over. Excellent drinks! And the 3 owners working there were so awesome!”
“This place is a diamond in the rough kinda place tucked away!! Really delicious and drinks! Staff wonderful knowledgeable about what they have and super friendly!!! Definitely will go back!!!”
“We stopped by after an early bird Valentines Day. The staff was so welcoming and lovely. The decor is great and matches us perfectly; he loves bourbon, I likes wine. The game corner with cozy couches was a great place to unwind. The 6 flights were a great option to sample the extensive wine list at a super reasonable price. We are so sorry to have slept on this gem for so long. They hold several events, tastings and socials. Looking forward to adding to our regular rotation and checking out the calendar!”
“Not only was the food creative and delicious, the restaurant offers a true dining experience with great attention to detail. Extra credit for the fact that they did not rush me at all even though I was dining solo but instead took the time to make me feel as welcome and special as any other diner. A truly memorable dining experience. Worth every penny and then some.”
“Ryan was our server this evening and he was absolutely amazing! We had a large group for our kiddos graduation. Thank you for the great food, atmosphere, and drinks! Was well worth coming from Texas 💕”
“I like Brian the bar tender. He is nice, friendly and does a good job. He sure knows how to make a good manHatton I would recommend this place to every body.”
“My sister and I had lunch at Ramsi’s today. The crispy pedal salad is consistently delicious. I highly recommend it. The entrée that I ordered today was good but the chicken was overdone. Ramsi the owner came out to apologize and made it more than right for us . TOP NOTCH CLASS AND CUSTOMER SERVICE! Thanks Ramsi we will definitely be back.”
“This is the best place to go for craft cocktails and the best whiskey in town!”
“Delicious food! Amazing service! We tried a little of everything. Pasta for the table with lump crab. I got a seafood stew. My cousin got halibut. My husband got the lamb. And my cousins hubs got the short ribs so we all tried a bit of everyone's plate and all dishes were fantastic! When we pulled up i almost paid for parking and the kind person inside quickly stopped me and gave me the code for free parking. I love this place!”
“This was a fantastic night for my wife and I. The cast was awesome, funny, very engaging, and overall made sure that every single one of us had a great night. The script was great, food was great as well! We had a slight issue with parking but that's related to the venue and doesn't reflect on The Dinner Detective crew/show. My wife and I WILL be returning! Thanks for an awesome night!”
“The food is wonderful and you get to cook the meat yourself at your table! Pretty awesome!”
“Stopped in to this place before a concert - it was fantastic! I can’t stop thinking about the Mozzarella sticks!! The burger and sweet potato fries were delicious as well. Highly recommend!”
“Fantastic breakfast! The avocado board was absolutely delicious and my friend had the BLT! The Bee Sting Latte…yum! Highly recommend early arrival due to limited seating but so worth it!”
“My sister and I shared a wonderful evening at Cuvee last night. We overindulged on some recommended reds, and thoroughly enjoyed sharing a few small plates and the dinner special of salmon over fettuccini pasta. We were pampered by the staff and treated to a birthday dessert. We can't wait to come back.”
“We had a party of 7 on a very crowded Sunday afternoon on Memorial Day weekend. Our food was delicious and came to our table in a timely manner. Our server, Marley, was the star of the show! She was attentive, professional, and made everything about our dining experience go smoothly. We will definitely return the next time we’re in town!”
“We had THE BEST bourbon exchange! 🥃🤎 We finally got to try Eagle Rare 17 Year—a bottle I’ve been looking to try for YEARS! 🙌🏼
The staff was absolutely amazing. Eric, Lynn, and Chris took such great care of us and honestly made the entire bourbon experience one of the best ever. They were so welcoming, knowledgeable, and fun!
Honestly, I wish I had just stayed and hung out with them the whole time instead of going into the city 😂🥃. They made the experience that much better!
Thank you, Eric, Lynn, and Chris, for an unforgettable bourbon experience! 🥃✨”
“Just moved to Louisville 2 months ago and I can’t get enough of this delicious food. Easily one of my favorite places here.”
“I hosted a 40th birthday dinner for my daughter and the food was excellent, our seer Justin was so attentive to our needs. The Wine room was perfect with a view of the Ohio River as the sun set.”
“THE ATMOSPHERE WAS AMAZING, the waitress was awesome and on time with refills and plate pick ups !! Waitress was really nice explaining how it worked for us first timers ! Definitely coming back soon ! Go go go!!!!!”
“Food is excellent, the service is impeccable and the atmosphere is perfect for a special occasion. Love it here.”
“Great food. Consistent and always great service. Love that’s it’s warm and comfy inside. I hate when a restaurant is cold. I can’t enjoy my meal that way. I need to come home.”
“Hell of a good place to eat and drink!! loads of draft beer to please anyone!! Joey and Rodney are as good as it gets!! If your in the area you need to check this place out!! we will be making the hour and 20 minute drive back down here in the near future!!!”
“I have tried Indian food a couple times before (years ago), and did not like it. My husband loves Indian food, so we tried this restaurant for dinner. I cleaned my plate! Shrimp Tandoori was delicious, Naan, Tandoori Rito, Lamb Saag, Basmati Rice, Samosas, even the Chutney was wonderful, and let’s not forget Mango Lassi. The staff is also very friendly and attentive; we cannot wait to come back.”
“This place was wonderful! Yesterday was my first time coming to Grassa Gramma and my husband and I went for an early Valentine's date. The decor and atmosphere was breath taking! Just so gorgeous! Our waiter was kind and gave us the specials for the day. I ordered the baked seafood scampi and my husband ordered the cacio e pepe and we loved it! I even reheated my pasta today and it tastes just as delicious as it did yesterday!”
“A fabulous evening celebrating our anniversary! (Everyone--from the hostess, to the wait staff, to the owner--extended good wishes, which was quite charming and much appreciated.) Service was attentive but not intrusive, and courses were nicely spaced. We enjoyed sharing the goat cheese and tomato tart and Fronderosa Farms mushrooms to start. Both the trout and roasted branzino entrees were excellent, and the complimentary chocolate dessert was a delightful surprise--thank you! Definitely recommend!”
“AMAZING pizza. And everything else. Everyone I’ve take there LOVES it!!!! My favorite pizza in Lville.”
“My friends and I ate at malones tonight. It was an amazing experience. We had 2 wonderful servers, Robbie and Louis , they were very attentive and went above and beyond to make sure we were taken care of. We can’t wait to go back!”
“What not to like, service and food is wonderful. Just priced a bit $$$$$$. But, why not.”
“This is one of the best Asian food dining experiences in this region. I highly recommend it!”
“We were celebrating our 62nd wedding anniversary. The table prep, recognition of our night was outstanding. Roses for my wife, a gift and an individualized card made the night. I had seabass and she had a lobster special that was outstanding. You won't find a better experience anywhere in Louisville.”
“Super good everything very fast the delivery and the collection all with a lot of hygiene I love that they show you how they make them I love everything very delicious”
“Service was very good and the atmosphere was nicely decorated. Plenty of parking behind the main building.
I found the meal to be excellent! Very good flavor and not overpowering and just the right amount of spice. Everyone agreed that their meals were very good and enjoyed the food. The portions are a good size for what you get and the prices are very reasonable. This is a busy place and I can see why.”
“wonderful experience for our 1st meal in Louisville. Great vibes and atmosphere. outdoor bar area with live music on a Friday night was so nice. best shrimp and grits ive had in a long time. drinks were amazing anf food was even better. fantastic service”
“Great place that has a TTRPG night, Trivia night, live music and what may be the best nuggets and fries in town. They have an excellent beer menu that changes frequently”
“I love to love this place, I’m so happy I tried this place out!”
“My wife and I have been coming here since 2018 or so, we have loved it every single time, enough that I proposed to my wife in the restaurant! Great food, kind staff, excellent decor. All around a great date night location!”
“This place is a 10/10! The atmosphere and staff were AMAZING!! We came to Louisville for the day to find my wedding dress. After I said yes to the dress we decided to try Mussel and Burger Bar! They made my day 1000x extra special, took care of my food and drinks, and even gave me a platter of desserts to try! We are coming back to Louisville for my bachelorette and we will definitely be visiting this place again! The seafood burger was also delicious!”
“10/10 Food was amazing. Drinks were great. The service was fantastic. We recommend Austin M.”
“Friendliest staff!! Most delicious food! All around perfect dining experience!!”
“Really enjoyed our visit at Zombie Taco’s. The bartender Justin was great and made some delicious drinks”
“My wife and I had dinner with our youngest son earlier this evening. The service was friendly and helpful and the menu offered a ton of options. The food was SPECTACULAR! The yellow curry with shrimp was the best curry I’ve ever eaten! My wife raved about the Pad See Ew and our son loved his red curry, too. His cobb salad with an *incredible* ginger soy dressing was delicious. We will be returning to this wonderful, casual restaurant, and often. tl;dr the food is so, so, sooooo good”
“10/10 highly recommend for a group activity. Very accommodating with great beverages!”
“The owner and staff are amazing. The food is incredible and they are extremely knowledgeable and accommodating of food allergies! The moo grab is a must try!”
“My husband and I visited for Valentine's day. I generally enjoyed the experience. The service was fantastic and the atmosphere was rather pleasant. Of course the meat just kept coming, although I'm not big on eating that much beef. For my expectations and taste the steaks should have had more tenderness. It seemed to have been overcooked. The sides and salad bar were delicious. The only other downside is the 20% gratuity that was automatically charged when it was stated on the menu this was for a party of six or more, it was just two of us. I feel we should have been made aware of such a charge. I didn't notice until I got home. I do plan on returning bc my husband loved it, for my taste I'll stick to the chicken and the salad bar.”
“The food was enjoyable. The unavailability of beer was uncanny specially, no availability of the only one Italian beer offered. Cost way too long to be taken to the table. Some of the staff are welcoming. Others seem a little too good to help certain customers..”
“My favorite place to go for a good bite and drink. The employees and service is wonderful. I highly recommend for everyone to go to this place.”
“Food was prepared so well!! All our dishes were nice portions, excellently prepared. Sangria was better than we had in Spain! Waitress was very busy but served us well The only big negative was the noise level. You could not hear folks at your table We would return considering the food was top notch! Yummy mushroom soup, crepe, meat croquettes, empanadas, etc.”
“I recently went here with my family and it was delightful! I don’t even drink bourbon but had a great time. Everyone else in my party LOVED their cocktail. Our bartender, Allison, was so kind and went above and beyond for us and truly made the entire experience exceptional! I highly recommend going here and asking for Allison. She’ll take good care of you.”
“A quiet and relaxing gem a feel of a speakeasy with the Kentucky flair. Good drinks + great food.”
“This is a definite must I have been here twice and both times I have had excellent service and the food is excellent”
“Food and service was insanely good, extremely fresh and hot, extremely well seasoned. Felt like eating at grandma's. Food was cooked to order when we ate in so that took a bit of time but it was well worth it. The owners/staff was extremely friendly and attentive as well. Absolutely recommend”
“Our food was amazing! Best fried chicken ever!!! Our server Will was the best!”
“First off kuddos to the Chef!! We had an absolutely phenomenal dining experience. The staff was amazing and so attentive. Special thank you to Ashley the owner, your energy was amazing and you were so inspirational and motivating to your team. Thank you for seating us at the chef's table it was a one-of-a-kind experience! I wish you and the team nothing but success in the future you guys were all amazing!! GD”
“Megan is a fantastic waitress. She anticipated our parties every need. She knew everyone’s drink and kept everyone filled. She not only cared for our table of 12, but also several other tables. We will always ask for her by name! Love the vibe in this restaurant.”
“I inadvertently made a reservation for the wrong day for the table in the kitchen. Manager, Dino, took care of us even though it was my mistake! We always have a great experience at this location and will keep coming back!”
“We placed a pickup order that was scheduled to be ready in 30 minutes. When we arrived, we ended up waiting an additional 30 minutes for our order. The kitchen seemed to be running behind, even though the restaurant didn’t appear to be particularly busy.
They may want to consider increasing staffing on weekends, when things can get busier, especially with the volume of to-go orders.”
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“Megan is a fantastic waitress. She anticipated our parties every need. She knew everyone’s drink and kept everyone filled. She not only cared for our table of 12, but also several other tables. We will always ask for her by name! Love the vibe in this restaurant.”
“We were in Louisville and decided to try Homerun Burger at 5608 Outer Loop. The little guy that was working the drive through was so nice. The food was a little pricey $10.05 for Double beef cheeseburger with pepper jack cheese and a vanilla milkshake $4.99. However, the food was delicious my milkshake was perfectly not frozen solid but not runny, perfect consistency. It was worth the extra money because you are spending at least $10.00 a person at a fast food place that can't get your order right, slops your food together and are going to be rude on top. Would recommend”
“We had a party of 7 on a very crowded Sunday afternoon on Memorial Day weekend. Our food was delicious and came to our table in a timely manner. Our server, Marley, was the star of the show! She was attentive, professional, and made everything about our dining experience go smoothly. We will definitely return the next time we’re in town!”
“Delicious hand patted burger and the brioche bun was perfectly toasted. I had the Southend burger, which came fully dressed with patties and a fried egg!. The fries were nicely seasoned and plentiful. Meal includes your choice of different flavored lemonades. I got the watermelon, but would prefer a diet option because it was super sweet. We will definitely return!”
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“My wife and I brought our two daughters to Le Moo tonight to celebrate our youngest turning two tomorrow. We didn’t reserve a birthday table or expect anything special, but as we were leaving I politely asked the hostess if it would be possible to get two balloons for our kids. The hostess kindly grabbed two balloons and was about to hand them to me when her manager stopped her and told her she was not allowed to give them to my children. The hostess was clearly embarrassed and apologized. I told her it was no big deal and didn’t make a scene, but I’ll be honest — it was disappointing. As a business owner myself, I fully understand that you can’t accommodate every request, and policies exist for a reason. That said, after spending around $500 on dinner, and having two young children who were the only kids visibly in the restaurant, being denied two balloons — something that likely costs pennies — left a sour impression. My family has spent thousands of dollars at Le Moo over the years, and this was one of our more disappointing experiences. I do want to be very clear that our waitress, Kay, was absolutely fantastic. She provided excellent service and made the dining experience enjoyable up until that final interaction. I’m sharing this not to demand anything, but simply to provide feedback. Small gestures matter, especially when celebrating moments with young kids. Unfortunately, this was a miss for us tonight.”
“For my sons birthday, Jacob Withrow ,he wanted family to meet at the Village Anchor (10 of us ) We all have been raving over how good the food was after we left there yesterday. It all came out in a timely manner and done the way we asked , and Bravo to the chef. Our waitress Melissa was fantastic she was on to of everything and made sure we all were taken care of and happy . My husband is very picky when it comes to food and he was absolutely gives 10 stars to the Village Anchor. We all said we would make the 2 1/2 hour drive to eat there again. This was a great choice my son Jasob Withrow made. You did very well Village Anchor !!!! Peggy Hubbard, Somerset Ky.”
“Staff was the rudest I have ever encountered at the Middletown location. I also witnessed extreme rudeness to a door dash driver who had clearly been waiting a while and when they asked about the order having been marked 10 minutes ago as ready they were told "We don't care about YOUR numbers, we have to appear to be on time." He looked like management. I turned and left, I will not do business with someone being rude to staff or anyone providing a service to them any more than rudeness to customers.”
“Awesome stop for a custom whiskey flight. I hit the jackpot with expert bartender CC, who took my request for a custom whiskey flight as a challenge and knocked it out of the park with three choices setup in the perfect order. She knew the story behind each one and quickly looked up some additional details on her phone when she wasn't sure. The bar is clean and spacious and full of light. Whiskies are arranged by family for easy identification. She described a "Black Manhattan" that sounded delicious, but I'll have to try that next time. Proof on Main makes the perfect place to treat your taste buds while waiting for a distillery tour. Slainte!”
“WOW!!! Is all I can say here!!! Beyond the Sun Restaurant was truly a one-of-a-kind dining experience—the kind of place where ANYONE and EVERYONE can feel welcome! The food was DELICIOUS, and the service was absolutely TOP NOTCH!
We own a travel management business based in Atlanta, and we recently brought a client group of 25 guests to Louisville. Before our arrival, we connected with Tony, the manager, and explained exactly what we needed for our group. Tony was incredibly accommodating and worked with us to create an experience that stayed within our budget while still delivering an exceptional dining experience. He even provided vegan options for some members of the group.
Julian and Esthacio we AMAZING!!! They took EXCELLENT care of our group! They were attentive, organized, and moved quickly to gather everyone’s drink and meal orders. Despite having a group of 25, our food arrived in a timely manner, and there was never that feeling of being forgotten or overlooked.
And the group table setup was TOP TIER! Tony went above and beyond by creating a professional, personalized menu specifically for our group, which added such a thoughtful and special touch to our experience. Those are the kinds of details that make a group feel valued and make a travel experience memorable.
From the delicious food to the outstanding service and personalized attention, Beyond the Sun Restaurant DELIVERED!
We will DEFINITELY bring another group here the next time we visit Louisville. If you’re looking for great food, exceptional service, and a team that knows how to make guests feel special, Beyond the Sun is absolutely worth the visit!”
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“Very creative cocktails and cozy atmosphere! Loved the sweet cigar choice recommended.”
“This is by far my favorite Mexican Restaurant in town, for both quality burritos, great meat options, authentic drinks, and at a fair price. They have a lot of choices you don’t commonly see anywhere north of Mexico. Honestly underrated and more people need to discover this restaurant. My recommendation: Chile Relleno burrito with Barbacoa 🌯.”
“We went on a Thursday just after happy hour (6pm) and the place was packed! Also because they do trivia on Thursday. But a fun happy hip crowd! Luckily we got a booth. Nautical theme throughout this shotgun style bar/restaurant. You order at the bar, they give you a number and your drinks and food are brought to your table. Fun drinks and a variety of beers. Wait staff were efficient and helpful when one order was misunderstood. We were hungry and I was happy the special that night we're wings. Glazed and sprinkled with sesame seeds they were absolutely delicious! Other members in our group got mini corndogs..homemade as well as one of the specialty hot dogs. A fun discovery in NULU.”
“while at work today, we were gifted some delightful and delicious cake type donuts which are my absolute favorite type of donuts!! there were so many different flavors and I had two I had the blueberry which was amazing and a regular glazed and every bite was so rich in Flavor <3 thank you so much for allowing our staff and residents at Crestview Nursing home get to enjoy these great tasting treats!!”
“We traveled here from Clarksville for my son’s 11th birthday! He seen Dave’s on Tik Tok so we traveled to the closet one! We got exceptional service from Makayla and Anthony, everyone was very welcoming, and patient as we ordered! The place was so nice and clean, food was definitely worth the wait, he loved it! The price was reasonable as well, I was expecting to pay more!”
“Ice cream was good. I think there needs to be a better menu, and then one small thing would be if a customer comes in, try and be a little more welcoming. (THEY WERE NOT RUDE) just didn't feel like I was being given much of a service. I mentioned I had never been there before and I didn't know what was good and they kinda just stared at me. Again, not rude, I think just young and doesn't know customer service very well. Meant only to be as a room for improvement, not to hurt this business. I will try again for sure!!!”
“I spent my mornings here during my stay in Louisville during Louder Than Life. There was no better way to start your day than to chit chat to the beautiful owner of this place. I am missing my morning Americano brew and a yummy sandwich as I get back to my "normal" life here in Canada. If you are in the vicinity of this cafe, please do yourself a favor and drop in. I hope I get to make it back next year for LTL and a fresh brewed cup.”
“Found this absolute hidden gem and I’m so glad I did! This was my first time visiting Goldies, and the experience was 10/10. The coffee is amazing—easily some of the best I’ve had lately—and the customer service was wonderful from start to finish. I really loved the 'grown' vibe of the space; it’s sophisticated, relaxing, and exactly what the area needed. I’ll definitely be back!"”
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“this was our first time there we surprised my oldest son who turned 13 today (4-17) the servers were very nice and food was amazing”