Diners' Choice: Romantic restaurants in Central Kentucky

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Updated December 05, 2024

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Brendon's Catch 23

4.9

4.9 (3144)

$50 and over

Seafood

Downtown Louisville

About the restaurant

Brendon's Catch 23 features the freshest seafood flown in daily, with steak, low country and hand held options, as well as signature craft cocktails.

For your special events or corporate meetings, Brendon's Catch 23 offers five (5) exclusive private dining rooms. The private dining rooms are equipped with HDMI hookups and mobile projection capabilities. Our largest private dining room features a double-sided fireplace for that elegant and relaxing dining experience. The full menu or personalized menu packages are offered for groups.

The bar features a soft seating lounge area for relaxing while enjoying our variety of hand crafted unique cocktails. Our Bachelor Fix and Brendon’s 1081 are two of our specialty cocktails and a great addition to any dining experience. Brendon’s Catch 23 Rare Reserve, and allocated wines is a Sommelier driven, menu centric wine list designed to compliment the fresh Seafood, prime steaks and low country items featured on o

Top review

Richard

Dined 7 days ago

Yellow fin tuna and sea bass were excellent. Sonya was great, very friendly, efficient and knowledgeable. Highly recommend this restaurant

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Popular dish

Warm Jar of King Crab and Butter

Popular dish

Seared Yellowfin Tuna

Popular dish

Grilled Oysters

Le Relais

4.8

4.8 (1868)

$31 to $50

French

Highlands - Bardstown Rd / Taylorsville Rd

About the restaurant

Please call 502-451-9020 for groups of 6 or more. Reservations preferred.
Situated in the historic airport terminal of Bowman Field, Le Relais offers a fine dining experience like no other in Louisville. Here you’ll find exquisite French cuisine, prepared with only the finest, freshest ingredients, combined with relaxed, first-class service and an intimate, 1940s art-deco interior reminiscent of the café from the movie “Casablanca”.
We are also open every last Friday of the month for Lunch from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm. Please visit open table to make your reservation.

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Jenny

Dined 6 days ago

Perfection in a curated, nostalgic setting that always delivers on a memorable experience

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4.8

4.8 (1127)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Lexington

About the restaurant

Rodney's on Broadway is located in a historic 1840's home in the heart of downtown Georgetown, Kentucky. The restaurant has been beautifully restored to commemorate the best that "The Bluegrass" has to offer.

Rodney's on Broadway has been featured in such magazines, newspapers, and other publications as: Southern Living, Discover Horses, Kentucky Monthly, AceWeekly, The Lexington Herald-Leader, Louisville's Courier-Journal and Keeneland Magazine.

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Truett

Dined 6 days ago

We love dining here! The food is delicious and it’s such an upscale but cozy ambience!

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4.8

4.8 (1119)

$50 and over

Farm-to-table

Midway

About the restaurant

At Holly Hill Inn, we offer a unique dining experience which showcases our seasonal and innovative use of local ingredients and heritage Kentucky foods. Our reservations for each service are limited so that our guests may enjoy their time with us to the fullest.

Relax in an art-filled dining room and savor a leisurely dinner or brunch, enhanced by our award-winning wine list, craft cocktail menu, and curated bourbon collection. Our culinary team is led by founder and chef Ouita Michel and Culinary Director Tyler McNabb.

Holly Hill Inn has been featured in Garden and Gun, Southern Living and the N.Y. Times.

For more information, visit www.hollyhillinn.com. To receive our newsletter and explore recipes and stories, visit www.hollyhillandco.com.

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Susan

Dined 6 days ago

Lovely Christmas lunch for our little group. Our third Christmas lunch there so it’s becoming a festive tradition! Thank you!

Chez Lyndon

4.8

4.8 (24)

$31 to $50

Farm-to-table

Lexington

About the restaurant

Chez Lyndon is in downtown Lexington, Kentucky, in the Historic Lyndon House Bed & Breakfast.
At Chez Lyndon, we treat our guests to an upscale experience in an intimate setting. Our courtesy staff is here to make you feel at home. Join us for an evening of fine dining.

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TerylVIP

Dined 4 days ago

Wow.. this place is a hidden gem in Lexington! Food was great, the service even better!

Steak & Bourbon - Downtown

4.8

4.8 (69)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

West Louisville

About the restaurant

Steak & Bourbon is a modern steakhouse where the ambiance strikes a perfect balance between elegance and warmth. The walls are adorned in a soft light grey, creating a serene backdrop that allows the luxurious gold trims to shine. The large windows and the sophisticated lighting fixtures, casting a warm glow throughout the space.

The dining area features sleek, contemporary furniture with plush, comfortable seating. Tables are dressed with crisp white linens, each set with polished cutlery and carefully curated centerpieces that add a touch of sophistication.

The overall atmosphere is inviting yet refined, perfect for both intimate dinners and lively gatherings, making it a destination for steak lovers and food enthusiasts alike.

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Kelly

Dined 3 days ago

It was an amazing experience! The entire team there is amazing! Robbie, our server, made the experience! I would highly recommend going there and calling ahead and asking for Robbie.

Morton's The Steakhouse - Louisville

4.6

4.6 (1994)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Downtown Louisville

About the restaurant

What began in Chicago in 1978 is now one of the most award-winning steakhouses around. For over 30 years, Morton's The Steakhouse has been on a mission to provide "The Best Steak… Anywhere." Focusing on quality, consistency and genuine hospitality, Morton's seeks to provide not only memorable cuisine, but a memorable experience. With fresh, succulent seafood and famed USDA prime-aged steak, it's no surprise that Morton's has thrilled diners all over the world. For a glimpse of a higher standard of steakhouse, come see the legendary Morton's experience for yourself.

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OpenTable Diner

Dined 2 days ago

We have been to this location many times. The atmosphere is amazing. Sadly the last few times the fillet was not cooked properly and had to be sent back. The delay is enough to cause a few people in our party to eat alone as everyone is finished when the new steak arrives. Other than that, it’s a nice experience and they do have some tremendous side dishes.

Ruth's Chris Steak House - Louisville

4.5

4.5 (3365)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

St Matthews

About the restaurant

Ruth Chris Steak House in Louisville, KY serves the finest USDA Prime beef available, broiled at 1800° and served on 500° plates, so your steak stays hot, juicy and delicious from first bite to last. Enjoy our New Orleans-inspired appetizers, USDA Prime steaks, fresh seafood, signature side dishes and homemade desserts. All this while you enjoy our warm, inviting atmosphere and Ruth’s Chris’ genuine hospitality. Whether you’re a regular or have just been wondering what all the buzz is about, Ruth's Chris is the perfect excuse to enjoy the perfect night out. Dinner is served nightly, reservations are suggested. Private dining and offsite catering may also be arranged. We ask Guests to support our family-friendly atmosphere by not wearing:
Clothing with offensive graphics or language.
Exposed undergarments, cut-off shorts and tank tops.
We ask all Guests to remove hats when entering. (Please note - hats and team support jerseys (tank tops) are welcome in our bar and patio areas.

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Lara

Dined 2 days ago

I just love Ruth’s Chris for holidays! Super tasty, great ambiance and fantastic service. Great job, Louisville Ruth’s Chris!

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Popular dish

Filet

Swizzle

4.5

4.5 (2139)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Downtown Louisville

About the restaurant

Sexy, Swanky, Social.

Offering sweeping views of the river and downtown Louisville paired with a supper club-style menu and cocktail program, Swizzle, a new restaurant and bar by AJS Hotels is currently taking reservations

The Swizzle Supper Club menu will feature the area’s best prime steaks, chops, sustainable seafood, and local produce, all served up from the open-concept exhibition kitchen situated in the middle of the restaurant, allowing diners to watch the culinary action. The beverage program will take a more retro tone, with classic cocktails, including seasonal features, and a curated list of wines available by the glass or the bottle. Swizzles Big Bar area will also offer happy hour specials and bar bites, encouraging diners to drop by for a quick drink, or linger for the evening.

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JoyceVIP

Dined 1 day ago

My party enjoyed everything about swizzle, food was excellent a good portion of salmon and beef. We loved the warm rolls too. The revolving restaurant is fun too. Robert was our waiter and he was excellent.

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Del Frisco's Steakhouse

4.4

4.4 (137)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Jeffersontown

About the restaurant

The original Del Frisco’s, proudly serving the Louisville community since 1981.

Reservations of 5 or more may make reservations by calling (502)897-7077.

We are family owned and operated and not affiliated with Del Frisco’s Double Eagle/Grille or Landry’s Group.

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Janie

Dined 7 days ago

Consistently good!! Pleasant server and very helpful. The food never disappoints. Beautiful decor for the holidays. Will always recommend and will be back!

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