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1. Porch Kitchen & Bar
4.3
Awesome(894)
Price: Moderate
• Unspecified • Downtown Louisville
Booked 35 times today
Serving comfort food and a soulful experience, Porch Kitchen & Bar is open for breakfast, lunch, dinner & weekend brunch.
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2. Neighborhood Services - Louisville
3.6
Very Good(311)
Price: Moderate
• American • Downtown Louisville
Booked 2 times today
Nestled adjacent to the lobby, you will naturally fall in love with Neighborhood Services by renowned chef Nick Badovinus. The restaurant features his signature self-described fare, “honest food & drink in the American tradition.” Enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner in this warm and welcoming space, known for its perpetually relaxed vibe. With both indoor and outdoor dining that is accessible from the hotel or street, Neighborhood Services entices guests of all tastes. Please call direct for reservations on Holidays as well as for parties of more than 7.
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3. 8Up Elevated Drinkery + Kitchen
3.1
Good(28)
Price: Expensive
• American • West Louisville
Booked 15 times today
Set in the lively entertainment district, our rooftop restaurant in downtown Louisville offers eclectic dining and drinking experiences. 8up Elevated Drinkery & Kitchen offers three distinctive atmospheres - the open-kitchen restaurant, swanky lounge, and rooftop bar and event space. Our restaurant offers a menu of creative American food with a local twist, hand-crafted cocktails, and unparalleled city views. Whether you're throwing a party, meeting friends for dinner, or chilling with a drink after work, enjoy an elevated ambiance the celebrates the spirit of Louisville.
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4. Sports & Social Club Louisville
3.4
Very Good(46)
Price: Moderate
• American • Downtown Louisville
The Sports & Social Club is a relaxed sports bar offering classic pub food and tremendous sports viewing on over 35+ HDTVs in a comfortable tavern setting. We serve lunch and dinner, while still offering a dynamic nightlife. The Sports & Social Club also offers patio seating, bowling, live entertainment, and a fully-equipped private party space.
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5. Sway - Hyatt Regency Louisville
4.0
Excellent(409)
Price: Moderate
• Southern • Downtown Louisville
Booked 2 times today
Located on the lobby level of the Hyatt Regency Louisville in Downtown Louisville Kentucky, Sway opened on April 19th, 2012, featuring our unique farm to fork concept, as well as an open air restaurant, and an inviting patio putting you in the action on 4th Street. Located Across from the entertainment venue of 4th Street Live you can experience a great meal and some drinks before enjoying the nightlife offered at one of the many "hot spots" it has to offer. Please call us at 502-217-6028 for reservations for parties larger than 6.
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6. First Turn Sports Bar at Derby City Gaming - Downtown
(0)
Price: Moderate
• American • Downtown Louisville
PLEASE NOTE: First Turn Sports Bar is walk-in only, first come-first serve. Located on the main gaming floor. Open during regular Derby City Gaming Downtown business hours. Every day and night is a winner at First Turn Sports Bar! Watch and wager on sports and eat and drink like a champion with delicious food, specialty cocktails and all your favorite brews. Plus, there’s more to cheer with great live entertainment. We also have several unique spaces perfect for private parties, happy hours, and more. Downstairs enjoy a stylish vibe our exclusive lounges- Trophy Bourbon & Cigars and Fascinator Wine Bar, along with a beautiful climate controlled covered outdoor patio that features the only place you can smoke cigars downtown without a membership. Downstairs lounges are open Thursdays through Sundays beginning at 5PM to the public and for exclusive private events.
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7. Pin & Proof
(0)
Price: Expensive
• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Downtown Louisville
Look for the back alley neon sign to discover our speakeasy and travel to a bygone era when alcohol and jazz flowed freely during Prohibition. Share cocktails with friends and compete on our four professional bowling lanes as you indulge in the opulent and mysterious atmosphere that alluring havens enticed patrons with decades ago.
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8. La Bodeguita De Mima
4.8
Exceptional(4414)
Price: Moderate
• Cuban • East Market St - NuLu
Booked 132 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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9. Doc Crow's Southern Smokehouse & Raw Bar
4.5
Awesome(1605)
Price: Expensive
• Southern • Downtown Louisville
Booked 50 times today
Nestled in Louisville's historic Whiskey Row, Doc Crow's Southern Smokehouse & Raw Bar masterfully blends traditional Southern fare with fresh seafood in a restored 1870s building. Now serving breakfast daily, start your morning with locally roasted coffee and Southern classics like Kentucky Derby Hot Browns. Our scratch kitchen serves Memphis-style BBQ, house-smoked meats, and fresh oysters, alongside Kentucky's largest bourbon collection—over 2,500 bourbon, rye, and whiskey expressions, including exclusive barrel-aged selections from local distillers. From baby back ribs to daily-sourced seafood, we offer a distinctive fusion of land and sea. The warm, exposed-brick atmosphere, with bourbon barrel accents, pays homage to Louisville's whiskey heritage. Steps from the KFC Yum! Center, Doc Crow's provides authentic Southern hospitality in Bourbon Country. Whether you're an early bird, bourbon enthusiast, or visiting food lover, our award-winning menu makes every meal memorable.
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10. Guacamole Modern Mexican
4.8
Exceptional(1942)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • East Market St - NuLu
Booked 33 times today
Guacamole Modern Mexican is Louisville’s destination for authentic Mexican cuisine with a modern twist. Our award-winning chefs have created a menu that typifies the best of Mexican food and cocktails while still bringing their own inimitable style and personality to the plate and glass. Immerse yourself in the ambiance of our one of a kind restaurant featuring handcrafted cocktails, fresh ingredients, and contemporary vibes.

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