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A photo of Lobby Bar & Grill at the Brown Hotel restaurant
1. Lobby Bar & Grill at the Brown Hotel
4.6
Exceptional(1096)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Downtown Louisville
Booked 8 times today
Come enjoy the historic lobby of The Brown Hotel in our Lobby Bar and Grill. Contemporary cuisine meets historic opulence at The Brown Hotel’s spectacularly beautiful, and classic lobby setting. A popular spot for the next generation of Louisville merrymakers, this glamorous, gilded space balances its history with modern touches and sophisticated tastes. Our menu includes a mix of classic and contemporary dishes, but our signature Hot Brown is rated as Kentucky's most popular dish. Enjoy our Hot Brown, and other signature items with a classic Old Fashion. Our bar features well-crafted cocktails and an highly rated bourbon menu. Finish your experience with Louisville's original dessert, the Derby pie. Reservations are for the Lobby Bar and Grill.
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2. Proof on Main
4.6
Exceptional(3759)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Downtown Louisville
Booked 20 times today
The ingredients in our menus reflect the region’s sustainable farmers and producers with a soulful and honest approach showcasing the bounty of the Ohio River Valley. Housed in five historic buildings in downtown Louisville, Proof on Main is part of 21c Museum Hotels, the award-winning boutique hotel and restaurant group. The dining room is one of the most striking public spaces in the city, with rotating, contemporary art exhibitions by local and internationally-acclaimed artists alike.
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3. The Last Refuge
4.5
Awesome(71)
Price: Expensive
• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • West Louisville
Booked 8 times today
Join us at The Last Refuge for a first look into Kentucky's High Church of Bourbon. Enjoy a sneak peek of our beautiful craft cocktails, featuring Bob Dylan's Heaven's Door Bourbon, accompanied with small plates and shareable pizzas. View our one-of-a-kind event space, located in a historic church adorned with original stained-glass windows and ornate woodwork from 1880. Cool off on our shaded patio and sip on a cocktail while listening to live music. Don't forget to follow us on social media @lastrefugeky to get the latest updates on our Grand Opening and launch of our incredible bourbon bar, featuring an 800-bottle whiskey portfolio! The Last Refuge is a 21+ establishment, persons under the age of 21 will not be admitted.
A photo of The Troll Pub Under the Bridge restaurant
4. The Troll Pub Under the Bridge
4.2
Awesome(1023)
Price: Moderate
• American • Downtown Louisville
Booked 2 times today
The Troll Pub opened on October 19th 2011, underneath the 2nd Street Bridge in a 135 year old space directly next to the YUM Center on historic Whiskey Row. The Troll Pub is a subterranean retreat that features a Gastro-pub style menu with a wide selection of great tasting food items, craft beer, local artwork, and an overall atmosphere unique to Louisville. We are just blocks from the Louisville Convention Center and only steps away from many of the hottest attractions and hotels situated downtown. Just look for the Troll on the corner of 2nd and Washington, he will show you the way.
A photo of J Graham's Cafe restaurant
5. J Graham's Cafe
4.7
Exceptional(1241)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Downtown Louisville
Booked 12 times today
J. Graham's is the home of the legendary Hot Brown and offers guests bistro-style, casual dining in the hotel and features the freshest local produce and highlights Kentucky products. Serving breakfast and lunch, the Café offers guests a contemporary a la carte menu throughout the week and a delectable brunch buffet on the weekends. Non-smoking. Parking: Self Parking in the connected, city garage. Valet parking by the Brown Hotel staff.
A photo of Hop Atomica restaurant
6. Hop Atomica
4.6
Exceptional(25)
Price: Moderate
• Pizzeria • Germantown
Welcome to Hop Atomica, Louisville's only brewery, distillery, & restaurant. Our hand-tossed, wood-fired, made to order pizzas, are simply incredible. Most similar to a Neapolitan Style, we proudly provide the best pizza around. Oh yea, the smoked wings are mind-blowing, too. Our 20+ craft beers, made on site, are high quality and poured ice-cold. Prefer spirits? Hop Atomica has an amazing craft cocktail program featuring over two dozen classics, a handful of seasonal libations, 30+ bourbons & whiskey's, house-made gins, rums, vodka, and 100% Blue Agave Spirit. Is wine more your speed? Hop Atomica carefully curated a highly intentional wine program with over 40 wines from around the world. Hop Atomica is nestled perfectly at the intersection of the historic Schnitzelburg, Germantown & Paristown, Meriwether-Fort Hill, and Shelby Park neighborhoods, just off Goss Avenue, only a five-minute drive from downtown Louisville. We can't wait to see you!
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7. Porcini
4.8
Exceptional(2850)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Frankfort Ave - Crescent Hill
Booked 10 times today
Established in 1992, Porcini is an independent, award-winning restaurant located in the Historic Crescent Hill neighborhood of Louisville, Kentucky. We specialize in Northern Italian cuisine, excellent service, and offer an extensive selection of fine wines, bourbons, and signature cocktails. Over the last 30 years, we have been privileged to be a part of so many great memories here in our dining room, bar, private dining room, and patio. * For Parties of 6 or more, Please Contact the Restaurant to make a Reservation
A photo of Lou Lou on Market restaurant
8. Lou Lou on Market
4.6
Exceptional(685)
Price: Moderate
• Cajun • East Market St - NuLu
Booked 9 times today
A walk down Bourbon Street in NuLu! An eatery serving Southern Cuisine, incorporating influences from New Orleans & Italy. Two areas for outdoor dining, two levels of inside dining, private rooms, and a hidden underground Bourbon Lounge called Stave.
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9. Bourbons Bistro
4.8
Exceptional(1668)
Price: Moderate
• Southern • Frankfort Ave - Crescent Hill
Booked 4 times today
Located on Frankfort Avenue restaurant row in the historic Clifton neighborhood, we offer more than 130 bourbons, as well as a selection of antique expression whiskies that you won’t find anywhere else.Bourbons features upscale dining in an elegant but casual atmosphere and a bourbon-inspired seasonal menu graced by southern inspired cuisine.Chef - Jereme McFarlandSous Chef - Samuel VarjuSoul Chef Justin Shewell Event Coordinator- Margot’ McMillen
A photo of Nic & Normans - Louisville restaurant
10. Nic & Normans - Louisville
4.0
Excellent(267)
Price: Moderate
• American • West Louisville
Booked 3 times today
As artists, we are passionate about creating special moments. Beyond the screen, we recognize that this often happens while enjoying a great meal in the company of family and friends. When the opportunity came to open a restaurant in Senoia, we knew it was a natural extension of our passion. We hope you capture a few of those special moments here. Thanks for joining us on this journey we call Nic & Norman’s.

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  • danVIP
    Central Kentucky •20 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    5-Star Review for J. Graham’s Café I had the pleasure of enjoying Sunday brunch at J. Graham’s Café, and it was an absolutely delightful experience! The food was delicious, with a wide variety of expertly prepared dishes. The famous Hot Brown is a must-try—it truly lives up to its reputation. The waitstaff was attentive, friendly, and made the entire meal even more enjoyable. The café was beautifully decorated for the holidays, creating a warm and festive atmosphere that added a special touch to our dining experience. J. Graham’s Café never disappoints—it’s always a treat to eat there. If you’re in Louisville, don’t miss the chance to visit this gem!
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    J Graham's CafePrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Downtown Louisville
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    4.7
  • Karen
    Kansas City / Kansas •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Two of us split the Petite Hot Brown. We also had the smoked duck appetizer and an order of the bourbon fries. Food was delicious. The Hot Brown was pure indulgent comfort food. The duck was spectacular. Lovely atmosphere. A beautiful place for a quiet dinner with old world ambience. Will definitely return the next time I travel to Louisville.
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    Lobby Bar & Grill at the Brown HotelPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Downtown Louisville
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    4.6
  • Tammy
    Indiana •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Food was great! Felt like the server was a bit annoyed with our table when we asked for the items that were missing from our orders. We understand it was busy and a mistakes happen it was busy!
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    The Troll Pub Under the BridgePrice: Moderate• American• Downtown Louisville
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    4.2
  • Gordon
    Cincinnati / Dayton •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    Been a while since we've eaten here. Still satisfying. Great food! I don't say "great" lightly. Everything was delicious from the kale salad with buttermilk vinaigrette, the beef carpaccio, the charred beet toast with buttermilk ricotta and horseradish, and our mussels and petit filet. Interesting cocktails. Highly recommended!
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    Proof on MainPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Downtown Louisville
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    4.6
  • Linda
    Central Kentucky •13 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    Beautiful building, friendly staff and good food. When I was there, the music was too loud to have a conversation.
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    The Last RefugePrice: Expensive• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service• West Louisville
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    4.5

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