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Bristol Bar & Grille - Downtown, Louisville, KY

Bristol Bar & Grille - Downtown

4.4 (1082)
$30 and under
American
614 W. Main St., Louisville, KY 40202

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 4 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for business meals
Home of the Green Chili Wontons, Louisville’s favorite guilty pleasure, Bristol Bar & Grille has been the city’s neighborhood restaurant since 1977. Original menu dishes include the classic Bristol Burger and aged, charbroiled New York Strip steak as well as favorites like Pork Dijonnaise and Theresa’s Sweet Chili Linguine. We source many of our ingredients from local farmers. An award-winning Sunday brunch buffet features made-to-order waffles, Weisenberger grits, fried chicken and a build your own Bloody Mary Bar. Bristol Bar & Grille Master Sommelier, Scott Harper, crafted an extensive wine menu to pair with each dish. Certified Bourbon Stewards are on hand to answer any questions about our native spirit. Bristol Bar & Grille downtown is located on the heart of Main Street. A member of the Urban Bourbon Trail, we are perfect for business lunches, family dinners, date night and private events. Walking distance from many of Louisville’s top attractions. Outdoor seating is available.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary American, Wine Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Mon–Sat 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 3:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–8:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Catering
    Since 1977, Bristol Catering has been providing full service catering and event planning for weddings, corporate events, fund-raisers, galas and social gatherings. Whether you are planning a small intimate affair or a grand gala, our team will work with you to create a spectacular event. Our off-premise catering can be reached at 502.584.3663. Bristol Bar & Grille offers on-premise catering / private rooms at our Downtown, Highlands and Jeffersonville locations.
  • Private party facilities
    The Bristol Bar & Grille Downtown has 3 private dining rooms that can accommodate any size group, small or large up to 120 guests. There are no charges for these rooms and no matter what your occasion, the Bristol has the perfect menu selections to choose from.
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown Louisville
  • Cross street
    6th St.
  • Parking details
    The Bristol Bar & Grille validates parking for guests that park at 120 S. 6th PARC garage after 6:00 PM (Mon. - Fri.) and all day on Sat. & Sun. Excludes special events such as Light Up Louisville and Thunder Over Louisville.
  • Public transit
    The Bristol Bar & Grille Downtown is located on the route for the Louisville Zero bus and is free for all riders.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 1,082 people are saying

Bristol Bar & Grille - Downtown reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Bristol Bar & Grille - Downtown offers a delightful dining experience with "excellent service and great food." Green chili wontons and the linguine Pietro are highlights. While some dishes vary in quality, the restaurant's convenient location near the Kentucky Performing Arts Center makes it a favorite pre-theater spot.
1,082 Reviews
  1. Lynelle VIP

    Sacramento / Sacramento Valley35 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on June 19, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    Only 2 tables of diners on a Thursday night made the place very quiet and dull. Food tasted of excess fillers (sawdust or flour in the crab cakes and artichoke fritters). Waitress had little knowledge of the wines but did offer a taste so that we could choose. Last call for drinks was at 8pm, when we had just received our main courses. Overall uninspiring.

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  2. Robert VIP

    Central Kentucky123 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Bristol doesn't disappoint, even on a busy theater night. Fast service, prompt attention by Terri, and delicious food. Large portions of the Theresa's linguini pasta dish, tasty and fresh salads too. The Derby pie and ice cream was a great way to top off the meal.
    Bristol Bar & Grille - DowntownResponded on May 30, 2025
    Thank you so much for the kind words and for being a loyal guest! We're thrilled to hear that even on a busy theater night, Terri and the team delivered the great service and delicious food you’ve come to expect. We’re always happy to help make your evening special—and we agree, Derby Pie and ice cream is the perfect finale! Looking forward to your next visit!

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  3. Beverly

    Central Kentucky13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service and food were excellent especially on a busy theater night.

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  4. Renee

    Central Kentucky2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    My only complaint was the wontons were cold and the sauce didn’t have much flavor tonight. I have always enjoyed these wontons but tonight they just weren’t up to par. Service was great. Just a suggestion, this place could really use a facelift. It’s looking worn out.
    Bristol Bar & Grille - DowntownResponded on May 30, 2025
    Thank you for the 5-star rating and for your honest feedback. We're sorry to hear the wontons didn’t meet your usual expectations—your input helps us maintain consistency. We also appreciate your note about the space and will keep it in mind as we look to improve. We're glad the service stood out and hope to welcome you back for a better experience next time!

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  5. CHARISE

    Central Kentucky4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was an outstanding experience from start to finish. The service was nothing short of excellent — our server was attentive, friendly, and genuinely made us feel welcome throughout our meal. The food itself was delicious! i highly recommend [Restaurant Name] to anyone looking for a delightful dining experience with excellent service and great food. We will definitely be returning soon!
    Bristol Bar & Grille - DowntownResponded on May 5, 2025
    Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that both the service and food made your experience outstanding. It means a lot to us that you recommend Bristol to others, and we can’t wait to welcome you back for another great meal soon!

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  6. Alana

    Phoenix / Arizona3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We celebrated a 50th birthday at the Bristol Bar and Grill in Louisville, and it was fantastic. The food was delicious, and the service was great
    Bristol Bar & Grille - DowntownResponded on May 5, 2025
    Thank you for sharing your experience with us! We’re so glad to hear you had a fantastic time celebrating the 50th birthday at Bristol. It’s great to know that both the food and service met your expectations. We look forward to welcoming you back for more memorable celebrations!

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  7. Paul

    St. Louis35 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 1, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Nice restaurant. Great waitress. Food was good but the pork chop was a little dry and the Maker’s Mark glaze was hardly noticeable. The Derby special fried grouper was very good.
    Bristol Bar & Grille - DowntownResponded on May 2, 2025
    Thank you for your feedback! We’re glad to hear you enjoyed the Derby special fried grouper and had a great experience with our server. We’re sorry the pork chop didn’t meet expectations — we’ll be sure to review the glaze and texture. We hope to welcome you back soon!

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  8. Melissa VIP

    Dallas - Fort Worth5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 30, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    We came to this place last minute, it doesn’t look like much but the food is good and service was okay nothing above and beyond but do recommend the food among our party we had the pork chop , chicken chop salad and Teresa’s Thai chili with blackened chicken , the green chili wontons were good ,however calling them wontons is a stretch more like a cross between an egg roll and mozzarella stick.hope this helps
    Bristol Bar & Grille - DowntownResponded on May 2, 2025
    Thank you for the feedback! We’re glad you enjoyed the food, and we appreciate the mention of our green chili wontons. They’re definitely a Louisville staple, and we’re proud to serve them — locals would riot if we changed them! We’ll be sure to keep working on our service and hope to see you again soon!

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  9. Mary

    Central Kentucky5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    My favorite pre theater place to eat. Crave their crab cakes and green beans! 🔥
    Bristol Bar & Grille - DowntownResponded on May 2, 2025
    Thank you so much for the great review! We’re thrilled to be your favorite pre-theater spot, and we’re glad to hear you’re loving our crab cakes and green beans. We can’t wait to have you back for another fantastic meal before your next show!

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  10. Tracy VIP

    Central Kentucky13 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on April 27, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 1
    Needs a deep cleaning and update. Food was average as was the Bloody Mary that was ordered (and returned). Very tired and had an unusual smell. Very disappointed as we brought friends new to Louisville for lunch.
    Bristol Bar & Grille - DowntownResponded on May 2, 2025
    Thank you for your feedback. We work hard to maintain a clean and inviting space for all our guests, and we’re always striving to provide the best possible experience. We understand how important updates and repairs are, and while we’re limited by certain factors, we’re committed to improving wherever we can. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back and provide a more enjoyable visit next time.

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Bristol Bar & Grille - Downtown is rated 4.4 stars by 1082 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 4 times today
Google Map for Bristol Bar & Grille - Downtown

614 W. Main St., Louisville, KY 40202

Additional information

  • Cross street
    6th St.
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown Louisville
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Mon–Sat 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 3:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–8:30 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary American, Wine Bar
  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    The Bristol Bar & Grille validates parking for guests that park at 120 S. 6th PARC garage after 6:00 PM (Mon. - Fri.) and all day on Sat. & Sun. Excludes special events such as Light Up Louisville and Thunder Over Louisville.
  • Public transit
    The Bristol Bar & Grille Downtown is located on the route for the Louisville Zero bus and is free for all riders.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    Since 1977, Bristol Catering has been providing full service catering and event planning for weddings, corporate events, fund-raisers, galas and social gatherings. Whether you are planning a small intimate affair or a grand gala, our team will work with you to create a spectacular event. Our off-premise catering can be reached at 502.584.3663. Bristol Bar & Grille offers on-premise catering / private rooms at our Downtown, Highlands and Jeffersonville locations.
  • Private party facilities
    The Bristol Bar & Grille Downtown has 3 private dining rooms that can accommodate any size group, small or large up to 120 guests. There are no charges for these rooms and no matter what your occasion, the Bristol has the perfect menu selections to choose from.
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