37 Best Southern Restaurants in Louisville

“Really enjoyed our visits at the bar here. Mike was an excellent bar tender, and went above and beyond. He also has a great personality, and we really enjoyed talking to him! Bourbon selection was excellent, and Mike went the extra time to make our bourbon sipping very enjoyable. Our light bites were decent, though not anything to write home about. I would continue to come back for the atmosphere, bar selection, and for Mike!“

“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!!!“

“A quiet and relaxing gem a feel of a speakeasy with the Kentucky flair. Good drinks + great food.“

“We had a memorable meal on our anniversary. Food, wine, service, and ambience were top-notch“

“I’m actually afraid to tell how special this place is! Because I’m selfish like that. But I’ll share. I have never had a negative experience here! Food great , service great, environment great!“

“Great place to come and eat with your family and friends or even just by yourself if you need a place to grab a bite and get some work done“

“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“

“I highly recommend this place. Best food we had i. The week we spent in Louisville. The Merle’s Melt was fabulous as were the garlic Parmesan fries and candied maple bacon.“

“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.“

“we went for breakfast yesterday, great food, service, clean and stylish!!!!!“

“We loved the friendly service, great food and quick food delivery. We had the chicken biscuit with gravy and omelet plus bloody marys and coffee. Thank you- we will return!!“

“Phenomenal experience as always“

“My filet was perfection the crust on the exterior was a great compliment to the medium rare interior, the flavor so very good. Dessert was a Raspberry Coulis and cream covered melt in your mouth masterpiece. I will definitely go there again.“

“The Fat Lamb was incredible, I chose this location for my birthday dinner. All the food was delicious, the service was great, and they even gave me a birthday card with a coupon for my next visit! The lamb chops were the best lamb chops I've ever tasted, they were incredibly flavorful. The feta whip was magnificent. Overall 10/10 experience, will definitely be coming back. Thank you to the staff/chefs for a great birthday dinner!!“

“Rib tip dinner was great! Had the sweet & spicy chili sauce and came with two sides and a roll. I got greens, baked beans, and added a side of the fried taters and onions. All of it hit the spot with a ginger ale to wash it down. Very nice people inside. Great little neighborhood eatery I recommend.“

“Amazing food and great service!“

“We ordered from the lunch specials and we were extremely impressed with the quality of the food. The spinach and artichoke appetizer with lump crab was wonderful! The salmon croquette on the lunch menu was amazing! The smoked old fashioned was a special treat! The service was spot on and the waiter made our lunch date special!“

“we went for breakfast yesterday, great food, service, clean and stylish!!!!!“

“Stopped in this morning and if you want a biscuit like your South Carolina grandmother made This is Your Place Honestly one of the Best biscuits I’ve had since I was a little boy knee high to my grandma. Excellent food, very friendly and helpful folks Just an Outstanding visit, We Will be Back,“

“I rarely leave reviews but today I am. I ate at Gus’s for the first time today and I must say it was amazing. The waitress was lovely, welcoming and attentive. Everything came out hot, the fried chicken wasn’t over breaded, it was perfect with the perfect amount of spice and reasonably priced. I give it an 11 out of 10 and I will definitely be going back on the regular.“

“Our food was amazing! Best fried chicken ever!!! Our server Will was the best!“

“Mind BLOWN!!! Absolutely amazing food and service. Chicken will never tastes the same anywhere else. 10/10 recommend this 💎“

“This was my first time eating at Eggs Over Frankfort and the food was delicious. Jessie was our amazing waitress. She is hilarious and a beautiful human who made our experience fun and memorable.“

“We loooooove the Silver Dollar!! We're so happy that our favorite neighborhood restaurant has reopened. We are looking forward to trying all of their new menu items. My dog & I enjoy sitting out back on their cute patio & my son is addicted to the Chicken & Waffles. I'd highly recommend Silver Dollar to anyone who wants to refine their bourbon palate. We've been indulging in the $40 bourbon flight specials on Wednesdays. All the Silver Dollar bartenders are very demure, very mindful especially Jay! We loooooove Whiskey by the Drink“

“Home away from home.. I can't find a dish in their menus, that I have not liked. They can cook like no other!!

Parking: Parking to the front door, and around the bui

Kid-friendliness: Home like vibe.. Totally.“

“I had never been here before but it was highly recommended to me when looking for a main dish for a baby shower. The ease for ordering and pickup was great and everyone enjoyed the mini croissants and the variety of salads I picked out. The Broccoli salad was a huge hit!!! Beth Gruner“

“We stopped in to Store #417 with a party of 5. Tina F did an amazing job taking care of us in a timely manor.“

“food was fresh hott and everything tasted good very friendly and welcoming can't wait to come back“

“The decor was awesome! A must for any true Walking Dead fan!! Service was great and the food was amazing!“

“Delicious grilled salmon on bed of seasoned rice with steamed broccoli and green beans accompanied by sweet fresh brewed iced tea. Meal was so tasty I almost returned the next night for repeat performance. Server was attentive, despite her having a large party demanding her attention. I almost asked her to marry me, but reason prevailed. My previous two visits to this Cheddar's were mediocre, but everything about this visit was excellent! Plus, a terrific value in taste, quality and quantity. I hope my next visit will be as terrific, as I hope your visit will also be!“

“Cheddar's always good if you get there early there's plenty of seating

Vegetarian options: Food is always good

Dietary restrictions: They do have a gluten-free menu their vegetable plate is always good

Parking: Best to get there early

Kid-friendliness: Family Restaurant they have high chairs

Wheelchair accessibility: They have sidewalks for wheelchairs also handicap parking“

“We had a birthday dinner with 17 people 3/15/25! The waiter was awesome and the food and atmosphere was fabulous! We ate breakfast the next day at Doc Crow’s 3/16/25 it was delicious!“

“I recently had the pleasure of being served by Billi Jo at Book & Bourbon, and she absolutely deserves a five-star review. From the moment I sat down, her warm, welcoming presence made the experience exceptional. Billi Jo’s knowledge of bourbon is impressive—she guided me through a perfect selection that suited my taste, sharing fascinating insights about each pour. Beyond her expertise, her attention to detail and ability to anticipate my needs made me feel like a VIP. She balances professionalism with a friendly demeanor, making the bar feel both upscale and inviting. If you’re ever at Book & Bourbon, do yourself a favor and ask for Billi Jo. You won’t be disappointed!“

“Finally got to try the food yesterday! The owner is very friendly. The food was amazing! I got a variety to try. Chicken wings, big fried pork chop, tender ribs, Mac and cheese, yams and potato wedges. I will definitely be back!!“

“We tried the Chicken Salad BLT, one on the croissant with Fruity Fran and one on the wheatberry with Fancy Nancy. Both were delicious! Our side choices were the pasta salad and the broccoli salad, also both very good. Can't wait to try more!“

“This has to be some of the best food in Louisville 🩷😍💞“