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J Graham's Cafe

4.6
4.6
1248 Reviews
$30 and under
Contemporary American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 7 times today
  • 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.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • 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
  • Phone number
    (502) 583-1234
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    Private dining room available to accommodate up to 22 people comfortably.
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown Louisville
  • Cross street
    Parking: Self Parking in the connected, city garage. Valet Available
  • Parking details
    Self Parking in the connected, city garage. Valet parking available by the Brown Hotel staff.
  • Public transit
    On the corner of 4th and Broadway.
  • Additional
    Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,248 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Central Kentucky

    Great for brunch

  • Central Kentucky

    Contemporary American

  • Louisville

    Great for brunch

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
J Graham's Cafe offers a delightful dining experience with its iconic "hot brown," described as "simply exceptional" and "a must-try." Guests praise the "outstanding service and atmosphere," making it a perfect spot for brunch or special occasions. While some note minor decor updates needed, the overall experience remains "unforgettable."

1,248 Reviews
  1. Dominique

    Louisville

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had an excellent lunch at J. Graham's and a wonderful waitress named Lydra. She was helpful, smiling and genuine.
    J Graham's CafeResponded 2 days ago
    Dear Dominique, Thank you for your lovely review. We'll be delighted to pass along your kind words to Lydia, and we hope you'll get the chance to join us again soon. Until then, best wishes! Sincerely, Amy Clay, Executive Assistant

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  2. Angela

    Cincinnati

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on January 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was delicious, service outstanding. Will certainly return.
    J Graham's CafeResponded 2 days ago
    Thank you so much, Angela! We look forward to serving you again in the future. Best Wishes, Amy Clay, Executive Assistant

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  3. Michele

    VIP

    Nashville

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on January 1, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and service are top notch. The decor and seats are starting to show their age. It’s still a beautiful and relaxing breakfast buffet with all the treats and good food you could want.
    J Graham's CafeResponded 2 days ago
    Dear Michele, Thank you for taking the time to leave us such a great review. We appreciate your notes on the areas that we can improve, and we will be sure we address those to the best of our ability. We hope you get the chance to join us for another fabulous visit soon! Sincerely, Amy Clay, Executive Assistant

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  4. Becky

    Cincinnati

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on January 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We have heard so many good things about the restaurant so we were excited to try it ourselves and it certainly did not disappoint.
    J Graham's CafeResponded 2 days ago
    Dear Becky, We're so pleased to know that we were able to meet your high expectations during your visit. We hope to get the chance to impress you again in the future. Best wishes til then! Sincerely, Amy Clay, Executive Assistant

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  5. Lisa

    Louisville

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 25, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was New York level sophistication and service. Don’t miss it next Holiday season. It reminder of a step up from the old Fifth Quarter with better ambience and history and selection.
    J Graham's CafeResponded 2 days ago
    Dear Lisa, Thank you so much for taking the time to share your glowing review! We're truly honored to be mentioned alongside such iconic culinary landmarks, and it means the world that you chose to spend your holidays with us. We would be thrilled to have you back again next year, if not sooner! Best Wishes, Amy Clay, Executive Assistant

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  6. Patricia

    Omaha

    10 reviews

    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on December 25, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We attended Christmas Day buffet at the hotel. Food was excellent with all the typical Christmas entrees, sides and desserts. Large crowd in the ballroom with a pianist playing Christmas tunes. Thoroughly enjoyed the meal, a bit noisy with the crowd, but tolerable. Will definitely attend again if they continue to have this holiday buffet.

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  7. Myrna

    Louisville

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 25, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was excellent. But our table was all wobbly, prime rib was quite tough, vegetable selection with some good and others not so good and a very poor dessert selection. I would have expected a lot better selection overall for the money.

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  8. Carol

    VIP

    Louisville

    41 reviews

    5.0

    41 reviews

    Dined on December 25, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were escorted to our table by staff. Our table host was magnificent and attentive. Staff cleaned away empty plates as soon as we finished. The food taste and quality were amazing. The piano player was incredible. The carving station was delicious and had turkey,
    J Graham's CafeResponded 2 days ago
    Dear Carol, Thank you for choosing to spend your holiday with us! We're so pleased you had such a lovely experience, and we would love to have you back again soon. Sincerely, Amy Clay, Executive Assistant

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  9. Jan

    Louisville

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on December 22, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful setting and a delicious brunch buffet, as always.

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  10. dan

    VIP

    Louisville

    21 reviews

    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on December 22, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    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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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 4.6 stars by 1248 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 7 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for J Graham's Cafe

335 W Broadway, Louisville, KY 40202

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Parking: Self Parking in the connected, city garage. Valet Available
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown Louisville
  • 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
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Self Parking in the connected, city garage. Valet parking available by the Brown Hotel staff.
  • Public transit
    On the corner of 4th and Broadway.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (502) 583-1234
  • Private party facilities
    Private dining room available to accommodate up to 22 people comfortably.
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