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Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse - Louisville
Diners’ top pick
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Price: Very Expensive
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Steak
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4.8
(7,003)
The first & only steakhouse of its kind in the Louisville area, Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse serves only dry-aged USDA prime beef. While steak is the foundation of the menu, Jeff Ruby's promises to please seafood lovers as well with its raw/sushi bar & seafood entrees.
Jeff Ruby regulars will be pleased to know that their favorite signature items from the Cincinnati restaurants will be well represented in Louisville. The bone-in filet, the 7 cheese baked macaroni, creamed spinach, truffle flake, & of course Jeff Ruby's secret recipe cheesecake are all staples of the Louisville menu.
Styled after the great NY steakhouses of the 1930s & '40s, Jeff Ruby's promises to be as pleasing visually as it is to the palate. French art-deco design, plush mohair upholstery, hand-selected antique furniture, and cinematic crystal chandeliers anchored by a 1950s-era antique are featured in the Starz series Magic City and the 32-foot wall of wine.
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Brendon's Catch 23
Price: Very Expensive
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Seafood
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4.8
(3,150)
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
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Repeal Oak Fired Steakhouse
Price: Expensive
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Steakhouse
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4.8
(2,585)
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.
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Vincenzo's Italian Restaurant
Top-rated food
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Price: Expensive
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Italian
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4.8
(3,736)
Available for Carry-Out! Contact us at 502-580-1350
Established in 1986, by Vincenzo and Agostino Gabriele, Vincenzo's is an award-winning restaurant, located at 150 S. Fifth Street, in downtown Louisville, which specializes in Authentic Northern Italian Cuisine.
Vincenzo's was rated the #22nd Best Restaurant in America by Yahoo Cuisine January 2020, and The Best Italian Restaurant in Kentucky by The Daily Meal in May 2020! Specializing in Table-Side food preparation and flaming specialty desserts and coffees!
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Bob's Steak & Chop House - Louisville
Price: Very Expensive
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Steakhouse
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4.8
(1,442)
Bob’s Steak & Chop House specializes in serving big, flavorful steaks that are hand-selected from the top two percent of USDA prime beef along with Texas-sized portions of our award-winning sides. Our mouth-watering, legendary seafood and cuts of meat are absolutely delicious as we use homemade and local ingredients to enhance the flavor of our signature menu items.
Since 1993 in Dallas, Texas, the name “Bob’s” has been synonymous with a best-in-class steakhouse experience. Over the years, we have built upon the reputation we earned at our original Dallas location by opening restaurants across the nation that proudly offer the best cuts of meat available to guests, no matter where they call home. We are proud to be a part of the local Louisville community and bring the highest quality steak and chops to Kentucky.
We carry an extensive wine selection, hand-picked by our in-house wine buyer, and a full bar stocked with local liquor, beer, and wine.
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J Graham's Cafe
Price: Moderate
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Contemporary American
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4.6
(1,247)
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.
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River House Restaurant & Raw Bar
Top-rated hospitality
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Price: Moderate
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Seafood
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4.7
(7,411)
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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Morton's The Steakhouse - Louisville
Price: Very Expensive
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Steakhouse
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4.6
(2,007)
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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Monk's Road Boiler House
Price: Very Expensive
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Steakhouse
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4.5
(118)
At Monk's Road Boiler House, our mission is to provide an exceptional dining experience that seamlessly blends the rich heritage of bourbon with the finest culinary artistry. We are dedicated to offering exquisite prime steaks, fresh seafood, and homemade pastas, all crafted with the highest quality ingredients and innovative techniques. Through our unwavering commitment to excellence, authenticity, and hospitality, we aim to create memorable moments for our guests, celebrate the culture of bourbon, and positively impact our community.
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Lobby Bar & Grill at the Brown Hotel
Great vibe
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Price: Expensive
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Contemporary American
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4.6
(1,113)
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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The Café Southern Kitchen & Cocktails
Great budget-friendly spot
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Price: Moderate
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American
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4.3
(125)
A unique dining experience with Southern flare located just minutes from Downtown Louisville, NULU, and The Highlands. Now serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Enjoy comfort food classics, huge sandwiches, signature salads, an extensive bourbon and wine list, scratch-made entrées, fresh baked goods, and much more. Voted LEO Weekly Readers' Choice #1 Lunch Spot.

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  • Jona
    Indiana •1 review
    5.0
    Dined today
    Excellent food, ambiance, and experience. Ross was an amazing server. He was very personable and knowledgeable and enhanced the experience. The server assistant was kind and helpful. I truly loved everything about this experience. Definitely an amazing dining experience and I cannot wait to come back. Thank you for a great experience!
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    Brendon's Catch 23Price: Very Expensive• Seafood• Downtown Louisville
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    4.8
  • Rachel
    Central Kentucky •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    We have been to both locations of Steak and Bourbon, while we enjoyed the food at the initial visit we absolutely LOVED the vibe of the downtown location! The live music was also excellent, it added to our overall enjoyment of the experience. I do wish that the pace at which our food came was a bit slower so we could enjoy even more of the evening. The downtown location we will definitely visit again!
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    Steak & Bourbon - DowntownPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• West Louisville
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    4.8
  • Theresa
    Greater Boston •20 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    Porch Bar & Grille in the Louisville Marriott is a great place to eat. Food was superb. My Old-Fashioned was delicious as well. Evan was my server. He was professional, courteous and attentive. He filled my water glass and asked how everything was. He was pleasant to talk to as well about non menu items such as football. I had a wagyu beef cheeseburger (the best I ever had) and for dessert I had their Bourbon Butter cake (recommendation from Evan). This cake was so good!!!
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    Porch Kitchen & BarPrice: Moderate• Unspecified• Downtown Louisville
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    4.4
  • Diane
    Central Kentucky •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Dec 25, 2024
    One of our best experiences ever…great, happy server even though it was Christmas morning! Thanks to the Omni!
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    Neighborhood Services - LouisvillePrice: Moderate• American• Downtown Louisville
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    3.9
  • SarahVIP
    Chicago / Illinois •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on Dec 23, 2024
    Bob’s steakhouse is top notch! I am from Chicago and am difficult to impress when it comes to food. My husband and I ordered the Rack of Lamb med rare and NY Strip medium and both were cooked perfectly and tasted absolutely delicious. The wedge salad and creamed spinach were outstanding as well. Our server was very attentive and went above and beyond to make our meal delightful. He made my husband a custom smoked old fashion that would rival some of our favorite spots in Chicago. Lastly the fries…they aren’t traditionally on the menu, however they were offered as a special. They had a “Rallys” meets curly fries from Arby’s in a Chick Fil-A waffle style with an upscale twist. Best fries I’ve had. I highly recommend Bob’s, we will absolutely be back!
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    Bob's Steak & Chop House - LouisvillePrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Downtown Louisville
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    4.8

Restaurant experiences trending in Central Kentucky

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Discover Downtown Louisville

The state of Kentucky is known around the globe for its fried chicken, and Downtown Louisville has some of the best the state has to offer. While Louisville is famous for being the home of the world's largest fried chicken chain and second-largest fast food chain in the world, it boasts many independent chicken and waffle houses, gourmet fried chicken restaurants, and hole-in-the wall diners serving up this popular comfort food. When you visit the area, don't get so focused on finding the best fried chicken joint that you miss out on the many restaurants serving classic Southern cuisine such as breaded catfish, hush puppies and the Hot Brown, an open-face sandwich with bacon and turkey made popular by the Brown Hotel located in Downtown Louisville.

Frequently asked questions

Healthy restaurants located in Louisville include River House Restaurant & Raw Bar, Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse - Louisville and Brendon's Catch 23

Restaurants with gluten-free options in Louisville are Brendon's Catch 23, Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse - Louisville and River House Restaurant & Raw Bar

Bottomless brunch in Louisville is available at The Café Southern Kitchen & Cocktails, J Graham's Cafe and Repeal Oak Fired Steakhouse

The most romantic restaurant in Louisville is Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse - Louisville

Restaurants in Louisville with a great view include River House Restaurant & Raw Bar, Swizzle and Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse - Louisville

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