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1. Volare Italian Restaurant

4.9

Exceptional(4765)

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• Italian • Frankfort Ave - Crescent Hill

Booked 40 times today

Discover and savor Italian at its finest!Whether you choose to dine in our main dining area, year-round patio, or private dining facility; Volare boasts an intimate and beautiful setting.Come experience the ultimate in entertaining… a special occasion at Volare. Inspired cuisine, beautiful surroundings and impeccable service are the hallmarks of a great event. You deserve nothing less, and we promise even more.

2. Varanese

4.7

Exceptional(4857)

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• Contemporary American • Frankfort Ave - Crescent Hill

Booked 46 times today

Varanese settled in Louisville because of its successful independent dining scene, and he believes that the people of Louisville will appreciate fresh ingredients, prepared with a creative flair and a culturally diverse menu. Varanese’s eclectic menu boasts an array of options from stuffed grape leaves, and fried green tomato salad, to new signature entrées: the seared boneless pork chop, and caramelized orange salmon. Finish with a fried banana accompanied by a house-made oatmeal cookie dough ice cream dessert. This New American style restaurant will comfortably seat 150 guests between its bar, dining room and four seasons patio. The four seasons patio of Varanese is an addition to the building, which has a dramatic 20-foot slate water wall. The space is enclosed by a serpentine of glass doors, which retract to offer an outdoor dining experience. Varanese is located at 2106 Frankfort Ave. in the Historic Clifton neighborhood

3. Bourbons Bistro

4.7

Exceptional(1827)

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• Southern • Frankfort Ave - Crescent Hill

Booked 16 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

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4. La Bodeguita De Mima

4.9

Exceptional(5301)

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• Cuban • East Market St - NuLu

Booked 129 times today

Hailing From Cuba, Fernando and Yaniel Martinez have brought their passion and love to the plate, showcasing generations of love passed on by their mothers. Are you ready to experience some of the best Cuban food this side of the equator?From plantains to the classic Cuban sandwich, we have all of the classic Cuban specialties covered with our twist, of course! Come visit us to see what Louisville has been missing.At Mima's, we believe in creating an inviting and invigorating atmosphere. That's why you can find different choices to choose from. Whether you're enjoying a delicious dinner in our dining room, a tasty Mojito at our bar, or even a fine hand-rolled cigar on our patio, there's something for everyone to enjoy.

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5. River House Restaurant & Raw Bar

4.7

Exceptional(8535)

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• Seafood • Downtown Louisville

Booked 102 times today

River House Restaurant and Raw Bar is Louisville’s premiere riverfront dining destination. It is the vision of award-winning chef and restaurateur John Varanese and seats 330 in its main dining room, raw bar, and patio. Guests experience a charming “home like” atmosphere as they enter the restaurant from the front porch garden area. Enter through a 20-foot tall by 40-foot wide water wall, and enjoy intimate decor, and a floor-to-ceiling glass wall overlooking the back courtyard and river, River House is open 7 days a week for lunch and dinner. The menu features regional cuisine with a Southern flair and an emphasis on fresh seafood including Grilled Oysters on the Half Shell, BBQ Braised Beef Short Rib, and the Maker’s Mark Bourbon Barrel Smoked Salmon. Our 15 foot raw bar features assorted raw oysters, king crab, and jumbo shrimp. Reservations are recommended. We look forward to serving you!

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6. Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse - Louisville

4.8

Exceptional(8357)

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• Steak • Downtown Louisville

Booked 101 times today

Jeff Ruby’s Steakhouse has been a Louisville landmark for more than 20 years, proudly welcoming guests to celebrate life and enjoy the best total dining experience the Derby City has to offer. The restaurant celebrates Louisville heritage, showcasing the history and legacy of Kentucky Derby champions throughout its design. Conveniently located downtown near Whiskey Row and the KFC Yum! Center, it’s the perfect backdrop for an upscale, energetic, and elegant night out in Louisville. Savor the Jeff Ruby Experience at this family-owned and operated steakhouse, featuring USDA Prime Steaks, raw bar & sushi, extensive wine lists, awe-inspiring Art Deco décor, live entertainment, and impeccable service. Guests enjoy favorites like the Ruby Roll, Freddie Salad, dry-aged Cowboy Steak, Jeff Ruby’s Baked Macaroni & Cheese, and the famous Butter Pie. Private dining options are also available to elevate any occasion. Learn more at JeffRuby.com.

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7. Repeal Oak Fired Steakhouse

4.8

Exceptional(3294)

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• Steakhouse • Downtown Louisville

Booked 51 times today

Repeal is Whiskey Row’s only oak-fired steakhouse, located at the birthplace of J.T.S. Brown & Sons Bourbon Company in Louisville. A stylish departure from a traditional steakhouse, Repeal uses a wood-fired grill stoked daily with reclaimed American Oak bourbon barrels. Repeal is a tribute to the Repeal of Prohibition – a place to see, be seen and celebrate the rich tradition of the building in which it resides.Now serving breakfast, lunch, dinner and weekend brunch.

8. Porcini

4.8

Exceptional(3189)

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• Italian • Frankfort Ave - Crescent Hill

Booked 43 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 veranda. * For Parties of 8 or more, please contact the restaurant at (502) 894-8686 to make a reservation.

9. Le Moo

4.7

Exceptional(6213)

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• Steakhouse • Highlands - Bardstown Rd / Taylorsville Rd

Booked 77 times today

Louisville’s locally owned “Le Moo” is a dimly lit ambiance inspiring an elevated yet unstuffy menu of fine steakhouse fare +100 bourbons, yet there’s no jacket required. A must-do for dinner + brunch in Lou, KY.-Food Network “Top 25 Steakhouses in America”, -“Best Boozy Brunch”, Readers Choice“ Go ultra-luxe at Le Moo with a unique chef's tableside presentation of theMiyazaki Wagyu, a Grade A5, marble score-10 cut from Miyazaki, Japan, considered the best steak in the world. Mark the moment with a complimentary certificate of authenticity featuring an official nose-print from the cattle and the option to add your fingerprint.”“ Next-level things by calling ahead and requesting to dine at Le Moo's one-of-a-kind vintage Louis Vuitton booth, which is made with 17 pieces of vintage luggage and accommodates four to five diners.” - OpenTable Editorial TeamBest in Louisville for Birthday dinner celebrations due to the ‘your age off your steak’ deal and the special experience surprises.

10. Mill Iron 4

4.7

Exceptional(176)

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• Steakhouse • Butchertown

Booked 24 times today

Know the source, butcher by hand, and waste nothing. Mill Iron 4 brings whole-animal butchery back to Louisville. We dry-age & hand-cut everything in house, and know every rancher we work with personally.Named for pitmaster Dustin Olsen's family cattle brand circa 1947, Mill Iron 4 pairs sourcing obsession with a menu that spans both steakhouse and Carolina barbecue, reflecting Dustin's background as a pitmaster as much as a butcher. Chef Noam Bilitzer (MeeshMeesh/James Beard Finalist) leads the kitchen. Our menu is fully inclusive of dietary restrictions, including vegan options. Our bar features allocated & vintage bourbon pours alongside local beer, and a wine and champagne program curated by John Grisanti of Nouvelle Bar & Bottle.New tables release daily at 12pm, 42 days out, Thu–Mon. Walk-ins welcome at the bar and on our covered patio.Follow along: @mill_iron4

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Geoff
1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
The best culinary experience I have had all year. The service was absolutely phenomenal, could not ask for a better experience.
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Volare Italian Restaurant$$$$• Italian• Frankfort Ave - Crescent Hill
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4.9
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Katy
Central Kentucky •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
My second time here, and it didn't disappoint! Love this place! The food is amazing, the ambience is very classy, and everyone who works there go out of their way to make sure you have an enjoyable evening.
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Bourbons Bistro$$$$• Southern• Frankfort Ave - Crescent Hill
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4.7
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Aaron
Central Kentucky •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
5-Star Review Beautiful restaurant, excellent and incredibly kind service, and absolutely incredible food. The Cubanchos, Picanha steak, and Pescado Crujiente were all 5/5. Everything was fantastic from start to finish.
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La Bodeguita De Mima$$$$• Cuban• East Market St - NuLu
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4.9
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Sam
Washington, D.C. Area •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
For Mom’s 91st and the entire experience was fabulous! I can’t say enough about every aspect of our experience from Logan our server to the manager checking on our experience. The food, drinks and ambiance were top line. This is a must for my future visits and travel to Louisville.
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River House Restaurant & Raw Bar$$$$• Seafood• Downtown Louisville
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4.7
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DonaldGold
Southwest Florida •130 reviews
5.0
Dined on 6 Aug 2026
Varanese is a very classy restaurant. The ambiance is great. The service is first class and the food is wonderful. This is our very favorite place in Louisville.
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Varanese$$$$• Contemporary American• Frankfort Ave - Crescent Hill
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4.7

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1. Volare Italian Restaurant

2. Varanese

3. Bourbons Bistro

4. La Bodeguita De Mima

5. River House Restaurant & Raw Bar

6. Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse - Louisville

7. Repeal Oak Fired Steakhouse

8. Porcini

9. Le Moo

10. Mill Iron 4

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