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Bristol Bar & Grille - East, Louisville, KY

Bristol Bar & Grille - East

4.5
4.5
647 Reviews
$30 and under
American
Our Dining Room and Patio are now open!!! WE ARE ALSO OFFERING CARRYOUT, CURBSIDE PICK-UP AND DELIVERY FROM 11:00 AM to 8 PM Monday thru Thursday, 11:00 AM to 8:30 PM Friday and Saturday, and 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM Sunday. We are also exited to announce the return of our family and friends' favorite - the Bristol Sunday Brunch buffet. 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 new favorites like Pork Dijonnaise and Theresa’s Sweet Chili Linguine. We source ingredients from local farmers. Certified Bourbon Stewards are on staff to guide diners on selection of Kentucky’s native spirit. Bristol Bar & Grille East is located at 300 North Hurstbourne Parkway, north of Shelbyville Road. Guests can opt to sit in the traditional dining room or the outside patio.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 5 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary American, Wine Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Sat 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–9:30 pm Sun 2:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (502) 426-0627
  • 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
    Bristol Bar & Grille offers private dining at the Bristol Downtown (502) 582-1995 and Bristol Highlands (502) 456-1702
  • Neighborhood
    East Louisville
  • Cross street
    Hurstbourne Trace
  • Parking details
    Bristol East is located in the Hurstbourne Forum Shopping Center and has PLENTY of parking.
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Farm to Table, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Sunday Brunch Buffet

    Multiple dates available
    Our famous Bristol Sunday Brunch buffet is back with a new, elevated menu that includes rotating items such as a different style of eggs each week, creative entrees by the Bristol’s talented chefs, peel-and-eat shrimp and delicious pastries. You’ll also enjoy traditional brunch items such as made-to-order waffles, Weisenberger grits and fried chicken. $25 per person; $12.50 for children ages 4 to 11.
    Sunday Brunch Buffet Photo

What 647 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Louisville

    Great for brunch

647 Reviews
  1. Thugaversary

    Louisville

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Thersa's Swee Chili Linguini, Pork Dijonaise, are a cople of my favorites

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    Louisville

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    Good time and good food. Very good service. Hostess not friendly. Value not great.

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  3. Georgem

    Montreal

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Always good food at the Bristol. Also no hassle parking.

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Louisville

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on September 19, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience3
    We try to come once a month for our Bible study group to eat and have fellowship! We always enjoy the food and the service. Love your Hot Brown! One of the best!

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  5. Laser

    Louisville

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on September 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We hadn’t been to a breakfast buffet in a while and since the Bristol near us had discontinued them since Covid, we decided to try the one at Hurstbourne. We were impressed with the selection and presentation of the items. Service was extremely friendly and polite. We will definitely be returning soon!

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  6. EvanZ

    Louisville

    87 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    87 reviews

    Dined on September 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Incredible food and service!!! My wife and I truly enjoyed our dining experience!!

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  7. CathyM

    Louisville

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a lovely dining experience with Greta as our server. She made a great suggestion for wine. Two of us had Theresa's Sweet Chili Linguine and one had the hamburger. We were all well satisfied with our selections. Bristol is a classic, tried and true dining selection!

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  8. Burt

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 13, 2023

    overall3food2service2ambience3
    Poor server had too many tables, short staffed. Food was sub par especially compared to Bardstown Rd location.

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  9. MaryD

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 5, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    Liked the atmosphere ,the service was good. Food was very good would get it again

    Bristol Bar & Grille - EastResponded on August 16, 2023

    MaryD , thank you for the 4 stars , we are happy you enjoyed experience . We look forward to seeing you soon !!

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on July 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    The Bristol is always good. Crabcakes, wontons and pork djonaise have to be tried.

    Bristol Bar & Grille - EastResponded on August 16, 2023

    Thank you for the 5 stars !! We are happy you enjoyed the wontons ,Pork and crabcakes. We look forward to seeing soon !!!

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  11. OpenTable Diner

    Louisville

    2 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 21, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    Not our best experience. The waiter, although super nice, did not know the specials nor what was happening that day. Our drinks took 25-30 minutes (the waiter kept checking on them) and when they arrived, they were so watered down that we couldn’t drink them. Usually they walk me through the menu on what they can do for me, since I have a milk allergy, and the waiter didn’t know what to do. So he tried to get a manager, twice, just to be told a burger and a salad with no dressing. We paid for our drinks and left, deciding to have dinner at Ramsi’s

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  12. gm2018

    Louisville

    39 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    39 reviews

    Dined on July 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    The fish tocos on lunch menu are delicious. Reasonable price at $11

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  13. TracyH

    Louisville

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 18, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    The Bristol can always be counted on for good food at reasonable prices.

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  14. maryw

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 15, 2023

    overall2food2service4ambience3
    I have dined at the Bristol East many a time. This time was totally different. It was so disappointing. The salmon looked like it came from the freezer section at Kroger but tasted worse. No joke. Dry. The vegetables looked like they were from the day before at best. It’s so sad to see this restaurant decline like this. I assume they can’t stand up to all the competition in Louisville. They just lost a longtime patron unless you can find a reason we should return??

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  15. BettyB

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on July 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My group enjoyed the evening. Food was good. Our server, Justin, was efficient & friendly.

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  16. NancyS

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 10, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Over all very good. Would have been better in Jeffersonville. Not the same. It was nice to have the background music low enough so one could have a conversation without raised voices.

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  17. OpenTable Diner

    Oklahoma City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Visited Bristol East twice while in town. The food was fresh and excellent. Both servers we had were friendly and helpful. Love the $5 All Day drink specials also. Family friendly.

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  18. PaulH

    Louisville

    8 reviews

    3.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on June 29, 2023

    overall3food4service3ambience2
    Food was good the service below average. The place is established and been around a long time. The drink specials were very creative and budget friendly. Would I recommend? Only to my much older friends.

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  19. JennyJ

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on June 24, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    I would advise choosing another restaurant to eat at with all of the wonderful choices in Louisville. The Bristol on Hurstborne Lane is definitely not worth your time or money. The service was terrible, the wine was old, and my spouse’s food was inedible. We tried to get something different, but never saw the waitress again. Another waitress noticed, and tried to help our. The manager finally came out after I had finished my meal, and said he’d give us half off the steak my husband was unable to eat due to the rawness and toughness. The whole experience was awful.

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  20. Janie

    Naples

    7 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on June 23, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    service was great and the food was good--would definitely go back

    Bristol Bar & Grille - EastResponded on July 28, 2023

    Janie, thank you for the 4 stars. We appreciate you and look forward to serving you soon !!

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  21. Samuel1958

    Louisville

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on June 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We arrived early and the hostess made sure we was seated. Our server was excellent. Kat was very attentive to our needs and we will definitely ask for her in the future. The food was fantastic and we are excited about our next visit.

    Bristol Bar & Grille - EastResponded on July 28, 2023

    Samuel1958, thank you for the 5 stars!! WE are so pleased that the cuisine was excellent and Kat provided fantastic service. We appreciate your business and we look forward to serving you soon!! Christopher Kayrouz GM Bristol East

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  22. gm2018

    Louisville

    39 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    39 reviews

    Dined on June 15, 2023

    overall4food5service2ambience4
    Food always delicious. Was extremely disappointed in the service. Our server was rude and short on answers to our questions. In the past service was always excellent no matter how crowed the restaurant was.

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  23. LvilleFoodLover

    Louisville

    31 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    31 reviews

    Dined on June 11, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience3
    Sunday Brunch was delicious. Food was great, a good variety of dishes and service was good.

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  24. JoanG

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 31, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Staff was especially patient with our ordering as we were a gabby group. Seating arrangement and low noise level made it easy for us to enjoy our conversation. Food was excellent. It continues to be one of our favorite restaurants

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  25. MarilynS

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 28, 2023

    overall1food1service2ambience2
    Fake eggs, poor quality, passive aggressive waitress

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  26. Pc1029

    Louisville

    456 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    456 reviews

    Dined on May 27, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    We always enjoy the white chicken chili! My husband thinks the filet mandarin is delicious & the steak fries are a good addition. I had a small spinach salad & salmon. Very good!

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  27. ShirleyG

    Louisville

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Nice lunch at Bristol. Service and food was very good. We had a nice, relaxed lunch. Wide variety of food on the menu.

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  28. OpenTable Diner

    Louisville

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was delicious and the service exceptional. Haven't dined here in a few years. Great to know that things are still good at this old favorite.

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  29. Ddoubleu

    Louisville

    17 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience5
    It was SO GOOD being back at the Bristol Brunch! I missed it, and wish it would return to the downtown location.

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  30. OpenTable Diner

    Louisville

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience4
    It's was an ok meal. Nothing amazing, nothing terrible. Just okay

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  31. KarlaT

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our server, Meka was very attentive, she kept our table cleared and our drinks filled.

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  32. OpenTable Diner

    Louisville

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always our first choice after The Oaks. They take excellent care of our group.

    Bristol Bar & Grille - EastResponded on July 28, 2023

    Thank you for the 5 stars!! We appreciate your business and look forward to serving you soon !! Christopher Kayrouz GM Bristol East

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  33. TomSandfriends

    Louisville

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on May 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Good. Consistent as always. Service was prompt and flawless.

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  34. JulieL

    Louisville

    23 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on May 2, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Great place for lunch or dinner, especially when 1/2 price bottles of wine featured!

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  35. BarbaraB

    Louisville

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on May 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was awesome! Good food and great service! Will definitely be back.

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  36. KBLyle

    Louisville

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Classic Louisville brunch spot. A favorite of mine for many years!

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  37. VickiJ

    Louisville

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 16, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Always a wonderful place to gather with friends and family! The brunch was great and the service was wonderful!

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  38. CarolS

    Louisville

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 28, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience3
    we had a group of 6. our waitress was attentive. food is always consistent. we were able to stay and talk.

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  39. ChrisJ

    Louisville

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on March 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Nice to see such a busy Saturday night at this Louisville classic. Service was excellent despite the crowd. Food, as always, delish! And such a great value as restaurant prices have soared.

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  40. gm2018

    Louisville

    39 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    39 reviews

    Dined on March 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Our server was excellent, she has waited our table in-the past. Have tried several items on menu as I frequent there for lunch. Great food and value.

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FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Bristol Bar & Grille - East using the Order Online button. Bristol Bar & Grille - East also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (502) 426-0627.

Bristol Bar & Grille - East is rated 4.5 stars by 647 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 5 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Bristol Bar & Grille - East

300 N. Hurstbourne Pkwy, Louisville, KY 40222

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Hurstbourne Trace
  • Neighborhood
    East Louisville
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Sat 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–9:30 pm Sun 2:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary American, Wine Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Bristol East is located in the Hurstbourne Forum Shopping Center and has PLENTY of parking.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Farm to Table, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (502) 426-0627
  • 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
    Bristol Bar & Grille offers private dining at the Bristol Downtown (502) 582-1995 and Bristol Highlands (502) 456-1702
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