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Bristol Bar & Grille - East, Louisville, KY

Bristol Bar & Grille - East

4.6 (864)
$30 and under
American
300 N. Hurstbourne Pkwy, Louisville, KY 40222

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2 people
10:00 PM
Booked 4 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for business meals
  • Good for groups
  • Neighborhood gem
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.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • 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
  • 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

    $14.00 - $27.50 per person

    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 chef Mariel, 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. $27.50 per person; $14.00 for children ages 4 to 11.
    Sunday Brunch Buffet Photo

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What 864 people are saying

Bristol Bar & Grille - East 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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Central Kentucky

    Great for brunch

  • Louisville

    Great for brunch

  • Louisville

    Good for groups

  • Louisville

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Bristol Bar & Grille - East offers an inviting atmosphere with "excellent service" and a "diverse menu." Diners rave about the "fabulous steak dinner," "perfect brunch," and "great options" for various dietary needs. The "attentive staff" makes every visit enjoyable, ensuring guests feel welcome and satisfied.
864 Reviews
  1. Elaine

    Central Kentucky1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Fish tacos had tiny amount of fish and other ingredients. Not impressed. Rolls still delicious! Our server was very attentive.

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  2. Tim VIP

    New York City2 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on June 15, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    Usually very good food and service. Had too many reservations. Had to wait an hour for food for 2 people. Salad with not as much seafood as usual. Hamburger over cooked and chips stale. Very disappointed in the visit and we are frequent customers
    Bristol Bar & Grille - EastResponded on June 18, 2025
    Tim, Thank you for your feedback and for being a loyal guest—we truly value your continued support. We're very sorry to hear that this visit didn’t meet the standards you’ve come to expect from us. While your ticket times indicate your meal was prepared within a typical window, we understand that it felt longer, especially on a busy night. We also apologize that the quality of the salad, burger, and chips was not up to par. Your comments have been shared with our kitchen team to ensure we address these concerns. We hope you’ll give us another chance to provide you with the high-quality food and service you know us for. Sincerely, Johnathan Zevotek General Manager Bristol East 502-426-0627

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  3. Brittany VIP

    Asheville / Western North Carolina1 review

    2.0

    Dined on June 15, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    The food was very mediocre for how long we had to wait for it. Very few times did our server check in with us and refill our drinks. It was just all very meh. Nothing special for the price you pay. Also it was very warm in the restaurant. I’m a naturally cold person but everyone at the table was very hot. The restaurant was stuffy. It was a very subpar experience unfortunately.

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  4. Ann

    Baton Rouge / Lafayette1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a fabulous steak dinner. Will go back again.
    Bristol Bar & Grille - EastResponded on June 18, 2025
    Ann, Thank you for choosing Bristol East for Father's Day dinner. We appreciate you taking the time to leave us a review. We are glad that you enjoyed the steak and that your experience was worthy of 5-stars. We look forward to serving you again in the future. Sincerely, Bristol East

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  5. Karen Hughes

    Central Kentucky24 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great brunch- a nice variety of dishes. Something for everyone.
    Bristol Bar & Grille - EastResponded on June 18, 2025
    Karen, Thank you for the kind review! We're so glad you enjoyed our brunch and found something for everyone. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon! Best Regards, Bristol East

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  6. Sara VIP

    Chiba4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    Best waitress we’ve ever had Anywhere. Sophia was her name. Overall Bristol never disappoints.
    Bristol Bar & Grille - EastResponded on June 16, 2025
    Thank you so much for the incredible compliment! We’re lucky to have Sophia on our team, and we’ll make sure she sees your kind words—she’ll be over the moon. It means a lot to hear that Bristol continues to deliver for you. We truly appreciate your support and can’t wait to welcome you back!

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  7. Lorie

    Central Kentucky1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We went here to celebrate my son’s 24th birthday. The food was excellent, the setting was quiet and spacious and the service was PERFECT! Justan was polite, attentive, kind and personable. You can tell that he loves his job and wants the customers to enjoy their experience. I don’t write reviews often but Justan deserves the shout out! Thank you!
    Bristol Bar & Grille - EastResponded on June 16, 2025
    Thank you so much for celebrating your son’s 24th birthday with us—and for taking the time to share such thoughtful feedback! We’re thrilled to hear everything from the food to the setting hit the mark, and Justin will be so honored by your kind words. He truly cares about making every guest’s experience special, and it shows. We’ll be sure he gets the shout out he deserves. Hope to see you again soon!

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  8. Barbara

    Central Kentucky12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Sofia was without a doubt an awesome server! Food and service were excellent!
    Bristol Bar & Grille - EastResponded on June 16, 2025
    Thank you for the kind words! We’re so glad you had a great experience, and we couldn’t agree more—Sophia is truly awesome. We’ll be sure to pass along your praise to her. Hope to have you back again soon!

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  9. Deborah VIP

    Central Kentucky235 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    I enjoyed the burger very much!!! Jesse was lovely and took wonderful care of me! Thank you. 😊
    Bristol Bar & Grille - EastResponded on June 4, 2025
    Deborah, We are happy to hear that you enjoyed your experience at Bristol East, specifically the Bristol burger. We will be sure to pass along your kind words to Jessica as well. We look forward to serving you again soon. Sincerely, Bristol East

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  10. Teresa

    Orlando / Central Florida East22 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Started with green chili wontons, always a favorite. Fresh baked bread was excellent.
    Bristol Bar & Grille - EastResponded on May 30, 2025
    Thank you for the 5 stars! We're so glad you enjoyed the green chili wontons and fresh-baked bread—both favorites around here. Hope to see you again soon!

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FAQs

Bristol Bar & Grille - East offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (502) 426-0627.

Bristol Bar & Grille - East is rated 4.6 stars by 864 OpenTable diners.

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

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Make a reservation

2 people
10:00 PM
Booked 4 times today
Experiences are available.
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
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • 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
  • 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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