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The Silver Dollar, Louisville, KY

The Silver Dollar

4.4
4.4
665 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
8:00 PM
Booked 9 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for groups
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for creative cocktails
Step back in time to the 1950s at The Silver Dollar, a Louisville gem that captures the essence of Southern California honky-tonks. Immerse yourself in the sounds of classic vinyl as you savor Chef Tyler Powell's innovative Southern-meets-Southern-California cuisine. Indulge in craft cocktails and soak up the vibrant atmosphere, whether you're enjoying a lively dinner or a leisurely weekend brunch on the spacious patio. The Silver Dollar, housed in a beautifully restored 1890s firehouse, offers a unique dining experience that blends history, music, and culinary delights. Come discover the charm and flavors that await you at The Silver Dollar.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary American, Southwest
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri 5:00 pm–12:00 am Sat 10:00 am–12:00 am Sun 10:00 am–4:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (502) 653-7233
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Erica Goins
  • Catering
    Putting the "Southern" in Southern California cuisine with catering options from the Silver Dollar menu, Executive Chef, Erica Goins, can prepare a special menu to fit any event.

What 665 people are saying

The Silver Dollar 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

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Central Kentucky

    Good for groups

  • Central Kentucky

    Healthy

  • Central Kentucky

    Neighborhood gem

  • Central Kentucky

    Lively

  • Louisville

    Good for groups

  • Louisville

    Healthy

  • Louisville

    Neighborhood gem

  • Louisville

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Silver Dollar charms with its "fantastic food" and "great service," making for a memorable dining experience in a unique setting. Patrons praise the "delicious" cocktails and whiskey selection, with standout items like the pecan bourbon cheesecake and apple cinnamon tamales. The ambiance is inviting, promising a "wonderful atmosphere."

665 Reviews
  1. GraceB

    Cincinnati7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Really fun space, great service, decent food, amazing cocktails!

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  2. Nick VIP

    Louisville4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    You will not find a better value in the city of Louisville (or even regionally for that matter) for such an extensive library of bourbon and other spirits. The staff are always friendly and eager to guide you to the right pour and all are well below what other bourbon bars in the area charge for the same drink. Be it allocated, old, or just plain out of left field, the Dollar likely has it and others like it for you to taste and compare. The food is a close second to the drink, and has something for everyone. We’ve spent many evenings at the Dollar since they reopened and there’s a reason it’s “our place” now. You owe it to yourself if you’re a local or just passing through to make sure you spend and hour (or several) at the bar talking to Brian or any of the other staff members who will ensure a great evening among family and friends.

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  3. Terry VIP

    New York City68 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    It was like a Southern food taste and we enjoyed it including the staff service.

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Louisville1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food! Great space! Will definitely be back.

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  5. Haley

    Louisville2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Valentines menu was limited but still so tasty. Loved the shrimp seviche

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  6. Moe

    Chicago1 review

    4.0

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Overall we enjoyed dinner, the staff was very accommodating and friendly. The kitchen was probably the weakest link of our experience. Desserts came out before main courses for part of the party and had to be sent back to keep them from melting all over. The table did get quite cluttered of dishes several timesband we could not fit anything else they brought to the table and get nothing was hauled away.The grilled cod was overall good,.the shrimp cocktail was good but the ceviche in the cocktail was the best we had ever had. The apple cinnamon tamales were absolutely fantastic for all who had them. It was a holiday and we had 7 In our group. I will definitely come back to try it again on a regular night to check out the normal menu. Hopefully a better experience and I will adjust my review accordingly.

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  7. Brittany VIP

    Indiana9 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    I wish I would have know in advance they had a limited menu for Valentine’s Day. I did not like the options especially for kids.

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  8. susan VIP

    Cincinnati193 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on February 1, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Nice vibe, love the brick walks with honkytonk look- no tvs here, which we like! Simple menu. Enjoyed the breakfast sandwich with crisp bacon & crispy fries. Quick service; bar looked happenin on the Saturday we went!

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  9. Patti

    Nashville1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A great experience. Service was really outstanding!

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  10. Jess

    Denver7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on January 31, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Silver Dollar had our table set and ready for us when we arrived, service was great. My birria tacos and Sazerac cocktails were a delicious date night, perfectly paired with a chill ambiance and great music from the record player. 10/10 enjoyed so much!

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FAQs

The Silver Dollar is rated 4.4 stars by 665 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
8:00 PM
Booked 9 times today
Google Map for The Silver Dollar

1761 Frankfort Ave, Louisville, KY 40206

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Pope Street
  • Neighborhood
    Butchertown
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri 5:00 pm–12:00 am Sat 10:00 am–12:00 am Sun 10:00 am–4:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary American, Southwest
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Erica Goins
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Vegan
  • Phone number
    (502) 653-7233
  • Catering
    Putting the "Southern" in Southern California cuisine with catering options from the Silver Dollar menu, Executive Chef, Erica Goins, can prepare a special menu to fit any event.
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