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J Graham's Cafe

4.8
4.8
1269 Reviews
$30 and under
Contemporary American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 16 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for brunch
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 Sundays.

Non-smoking.



Parking: Self Parking in the connected, city garage. Valet parking by the Brown Hotel staff.

Additional information

  • Location
    335 W Broadway, Louisville, KY 40202
  • Phone number
    (502) 583-1234
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 7:00 am–2:00 pm Fri 7:00 am–3:00 pm Sat, Sun 8:00 am–3:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Self Parking in the connected, city garage. Valet parking available by the Brown Hotel staff.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa

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Experiences

  • Derby Weekend Sunday Brunch

    $0.00 - $69.00 per person

    May 4, 2025 only
    Come join us for our Derby Weekend Sunday Brunch Buffet, in our world-renowned Crystal Ballroom! Our buffet will offer a wide variety of options including Traditional Favorites, an Omelet Station, Waffle Station, Prime Rib Carving Station, Kentucky Burgoo, Baby Back Ribs, Halibut, Salads, Elaborate Dessert Display and more.... Available from 8:00am to 3:00pm. Reservations are highly encouraged as we may fill up quickly. $69 for adults, $39.95 for kids 9-12, 29.95 for kids 5-8, kids under 5 eat free. 20% Service Charge + 6% tax not included in pricing
    Derby Weekend Sunday Brunch Photo

  • Easter Brunch

    $0.00 - $79.95 per person

    Apr 20, 2025 only
    Come join us for our Easter Brunch Buffet, in our world-renowned Crystal Ballroom! Our buffet will offer a wide variety of options including Traditional Favorites, an Omelet Station, Carving Station, Soups, Salads, Fish, Cocktail Shrimp, Elaborate Dessert Display and more.... Available from 10am to 2:30pm. Reservations are highly encouraged as we may fill up quickly. $79.95 for adults, $39.95 for kids 9-12, 29.95 for kids 5-8, kids under 5 eat free. 20% Service Charge+ 6% tax not included in pricing
    Easter Brunch Photo

  • Mother's Day Brunch

    $0.00 - $79.95 per person

    May 11, 2025 only
    Come join us for our Mother's Day Brunch Buffet, in our world-renowned Crystal Ballroom! Our buffet will offer a wide variety of options including Traditional Favorites, an Omelet Station, Carving Station, Soups, Salads, Fish, Cocktail Shrimp, Elaborate Dessert Display and more.... Available from 10am to 2:30pm. Reservations are highly encouraged as we may fill up quickly. $79.95 for adults, $39.95 for kids 9-12, 29.95 for kids 5-8, kids under 5 eat free. 20% Service Charge + 6% tax not included in pricing
    Mother's Day Brunch Photo

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Menu

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What 1,269 people are saying

J Graham's Cafe reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Central Kentucky

    Great for brunch

  • Central Kentucky

    Contemporary American

  • Louisville

    Best Service

  • Louisville

    Great for brunch

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
J Graham's Cafe, nestled in the historic Brown Hotel, offers a delightful culinary experience with standout dishes like the "famous Hot Brown" and a "wonderful brunch buffet." Guests rave about the "exceptional service" and the charming, "elegant atmosphere." A must-visit for both locals and tourists.

1,269 Reviews

  1. Minivanmom

    Atlanta5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My daughter and I had brunch at J Graham’s yesterday and it was excellent. The omelette bar was a very nice touch and my omelette was delicious. They have a large selection of breakfast items and even desserts. The manager come out as we were finishing up and talked to us and we learned that all pastries and breads are handmade in house. We had a lemon dessert that was 100% edible but looked like some one cut a lemon in half and stuffed it. It also had homemade lemon custard in it. Our server was incredibly nice and attentive. Totally worth the price.

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  2. Cass

    Louisville1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding buffet selections as always, and Johnnie makes the BEST omelets on the planet!BEST BEST BEST service by Kat, she always shines!

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  3. DanielleD

    Chicago4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was amazing and the service was great! We plan to go back tomorrow!

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  4. Patty

    New York City8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was excellent, it was a special occasion and the staff was wonderful in making this an enjoyable experience.

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  5. RobertS VIP

    New Orleans3 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always incredibly great service. However, breakfast is horrible. The food quality does not match the nice ambiance and service.

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  6. KAROLA

    Washington DC5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We thoroughly enjoyed our dining experience at the cafe. We are visiting Louisville for the first time & had to have a Hot Brown & a mint julep. The Graham did not disappoint! Both were fabulous. Our waitress, Jamiela, was over-the-top attentive to our every need. She made our Louisville experience extra special. Thank you!

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  7. Kathy

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    A wonderful first time visit. Will definitely be back soon.

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  8. Rene

    Washington DC1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Hot Brown was amazing, and so were the cocktails. Most importantly, the staff was kind, friendly, and very professional. If you are in the downtown Louisville area and wish to try a truly fantastic dish, visit J Graham's Cafe and order a Hot Brown.

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  9. Deborah VIP

    Louisville13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious brunch with great options of hot and cold foods. The omelets were perfectly prepared. The roasted asparagus is not to be overlooked. And, save room for the bread pudding with bourbon-caramel sauce for the perfect ending to a delightful dining experience. The service was outstanding! We have been to J Graham’s during the week for their incredible Hot Brown. Valet parking makes J. Graham in The Brown Hotel an easy downtown destination whether visiting Louisville or a Louisvillian.

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  10. Anne-Marie VIP

    Louisville10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The place to go for Sunday brunch for any occasion but certainly before an opera matinee!

    1 person found this helpful

FAQs

J Graham's Cafe offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (502) 583-1234.

J Graham's Cafe is rated 4.8 stars by 1269 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 16 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for J Graham's Cafe

335 W Broadway, Louisville, KY 40202

Additional information

  • Phone number
    (502) 583-1234
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 7:00 am–2:00 pm Fri 7:00 am–3:00 pm Sat, Sun 8:00 am–3:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Self Parking in the connected, city garage. Valet parking available by the Brown Hotel staff.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa

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