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Porcini

4.7
4.7
2340 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian
Established in 1992, Porcini is an independent, award-winning restaurant located in the Historic Crescent Hill neighborhood of Louisville, Kentucky. We specialize in Northern Italian cuisine, excellent service, and offer an extensive selection of fine wines, bourbons, and signature cocktails. Over the last 30 years, we have been privileged to be a part of so many great memories here in our dining room, bar, private dining room, and patio.

* For Parties of 6 or more, Please Contact the Restaurant to make a Reservation

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 29 times today
Experiences are available.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Cuisines

    Italian, Steak, Seafood

  • Hours of operation

    Mon–Thu 5:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–10:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (502) 894-8686

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Smart Casual

  • Executive chef

    Chef John Plymale

  • Catering

    Please contact us about off-site and in-home catering! 502 894 8686 or www.porcini502.com

  • Private party facilities

    From annual meetings and product launches to milestone celebrations and holiday parties, Porcini has the experience and success record to assure that every Special Event in our restaurant is flawless.

  • Private party contact

    Jim Murphy: (502) 894-8686

  • Neighborhood

    Frankfort Ave - Crescent Hill

  • Cross street

    N. Bayly Ave

  • Parking details

    Street parking and adjacent parking lot at Louisville library available as well as Valet on the weekends.

  • Public transit

    Public transit is directly across the street

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Derby Week (Call for Reservation)

    May 4 - May 6, 2023
    We are very excited to welcome you all for the KY Derby 2023! (Email or call for reservation) porcini.specialevents@gmail.com. Due to the volume of reservations we are having this week, we will be operating off a limited menu, which will feature some of our menu classics, as well as new dishes that highlight our chef's talents. We will also have shorter turn times due to the quantity of visitors we will be hosting; we ask that parties of 6 or less dine within 1.5 hours, and parties of 7 or more dine within 2 hours. Thank you for your cooperation and for your continued support. To make a reservation for these dates, please email or call the restaurant. 5028948686

Popular dishes

What 2,340 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Central Kentucky

    Italian

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  1. Lllll

    New England

    1 review

    vip
    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall3food4service1ambience2
    Generally like this place but last night we had a reservation for 7:30 and wernt seated until 8:15. Good thing I had a warm coat, as the bar was too crowded to stand there so we waited outside. No apology or thank you from the host or waiter... weird? Food was good, as usual! Way too loud in there to bring older adults.
  2. NanaO

    Louisville

    67 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    67 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always wonderful!! Great food , great service , great atmosphere!
  3. VirginiaF

    Western NC

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We loved our dinner out at Porcinis! Thanks so much!
  4. KYGirl

    Louisville

    89 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    89 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Porcini is just always good. Same chef since Day 1 and the food has been great since Day 1.
  5. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on March 25, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Our server was good but he was too busy so service suffered. It was just way too LOUD. Salmon dish was probably the best Salmon dish I ever had.
  6. KWat

    Louisville

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always delicious- very consistent. We love that the owner visits with almost every table to be sure the diners are happy.
  7. SpecialEvent

    Louisville

    39 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    39 reviews

    Dined on March 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely incredible food, from appetizers, salad to entree and dessert. Outstanding service as well.
  8. Simcoe

    New England

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 21, 2023

    overall3food2service3ambience4
    Cabernet by the glass was as cold as a beer. Sent back 2x. Bread was like something baked out of a tube from the grocery store. Entree was very good.
  9. LukeH

    Dallas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a great experience in Porcini. The food and service is always outstanding.
  10. DeanW

    Louisville

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Opened in 1992, has become a staple in Crescent Hill Food quality is fantastic Ambience is very nice Small but excellent wine offerings Highly recommend
  11. AmyM

    Cincinnati

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Justin our server was great. Had good suggestions and patience as it was our first time. A little loud but it was very busy. Food was delicious
  12. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on March 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent dinner with my wife and son. Wonderful evening for her 60th birthday.
  13. JennyG

    New York Area

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 16, 2023

    overall2food1service4ambience4
    There is a lack of thought on the dishes. Either too fried or too saturated in flavor. Loosing the essence of presenting an Italian theme in the food. Revisit the standard and the intention behind the food that is cooked. Create a wow factor. This place used to be phenomenal.
  14. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was perfect, server was SUPER knowledgeable about the food menu, and wine pairings. Could not ask for a better birthday experience. 100% will be back
  15. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Really beautiful restaurant, lovely ambience. Food was outstanding and service was great. Would love to visit again.
  16. BEnedetto

    Washington DC

    67 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    67 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food3service5ambience5
    Always a good time, neighborhood classic. Feels like home.
  17. OpenTable Diner

    Columbus

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Outstanding food and service. Louisville staple.
  18. OpenTable Diner

    Charleston

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 7, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Service was outstanding. Never had a bad experience with service. Food was absolutely delicious. Dessert was delicious. Porcinis’ is always a good choice with food, atmosphere and service. Keep up the great job. Like always, it’s my wife and I’s favorite place.
  19. KarenH

    Louisville

    46 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    46 reviews

    Dined on March 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing food, service and the absolute best in town!
  20. OpenTable Diner

    Louisville

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on March 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Porcini never disappoints!
  21. Pc1029

    Louisville

    448 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    448 reviews

    Dined on February 25, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    Went with friends & shared calamari which was great. I had the halibut, asparagus, shrimp toast special which was delicious! Our table for 4 was very small & right as you come in the door, so it was pretty “busy” & noisy. We would have preferred a little further away from the door, but it was very crowded .
  22. SandyG

    Nashville

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on February 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Birthday. We had a wonderful time.
  23. OpenTable Diner

    Louisville

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Best joint in Louisville
  24. OpenTable Diner

    Louisville

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing experience
  25. TaraS

    Louisville

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was fantastic. Always consistent & delicious.
  26. OpenTable Diner

    Louisville

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Celebrated my husband’s birthday. Our server, Tyler, was fantastic. He made great recommendations. The only thing that wasn’t great were the Parmesan grit cakes that came with my halibut special. Otherwise another great meal at Porcini.
  27. SaraGo

    Cleveland

    34 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    34 reviews

    Dined on February 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great environment and decor. Excellent food.
  28. AshleyK

    St. Louis

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a phenomenal experience at Porcini! Our waiter was very knowledgeable about specials, menu items and off menu items. Our family of 4 had appetizers, two menu items and two specials followed by 4 separate desserts with coffee and wine. The courses were well times, food was prepared just as ordered and we had a wonderful time!
  29. OpenTable Diner

    Nashville

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on February 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Top notch everything we’ll definitely go back next time in Louisville.
  30. HaroldC

    Louisville

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 17, 2023

    overall2food2service4ambience2
    I love Italian food, but I felt our meals were mediocre. For example the sauce was overpowering on my dish that was the gnocchi with sausage. My husband had pork wrapped in bacon, it was basic and bland as were the sides that came with it. They did let him substitute and get the asparagus, but again it was just grilled with no flavor to it. The desserts were phenomenal, but again we were not just looking for desserts, we wanted the experience to be awesome since it was our first time there. For the price and what we had, I'd give it a 5 out of 10.
  31. SteveB

    Louisville

    7 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2023

    overall3food4service3ambience5
    Service was spotty. We were given the wrong take home box in our bag.
  32. LTG177510

    Louisville

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 14, 2023

    overall2food2service3ambience4
    Not the same quality. I've been to your restaurant several times, however, if this were my first time I would never return. I was also embarrassed because we had guests. The food was not hot, and the quality was not consistent. Taste like Macaroni Grill food.
  33. Heather

    Louisville

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious meal, excellent service and wonderful atmosphere!
  34. Venice

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was our first time being here. We loved everything about the restaurant. The ambience was perfect. We will definitely be back.
  35. MaggieS

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 11, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience5
    Everything overall was great. David, our server, was phenomenal. Only issue (small one at that) was my girlfriends steak. She had ordered medium rare and it came out charred and crispy. We were able to send it back and it came back (delivered by the manager) absolutely perfect. We had a wonderful time! I just recommend ensuring you detail exactly how you want your steak done. I’m sure we will be back though!
  36. Olivia

    Louisville

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our server was Justin and he was amazing. Went over and beyond for us!
  37. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 11, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience3
    Food was good but not for the prices.
  38. OpenTable Diner

    Louisville

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 11, 2023

    overall3food3service2ambience3
    Service was quite slow, twenty minutes for a drink order and just not very attentive throughout the night. We ordered three dishes for family style, two arrived correctly and were alright. The third was sent out incorrectly and the new dish brought was also incorrect. No effort towards the bill for that error, but in fairness we were kind of over it so it did get eaten. Pretty meh overall.
  39. anonymous

    Louisville

    19 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on February 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great as always! Love our neighborhood restaurant!
  40. elizabethb

    Louisville

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on February 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful meal and we will definitely go back To enjoy some other food options.

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Porcini offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (502) 894-8686.

Porcini is rated 4.7 stars by 2340 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 29 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Porcini

2730 Frankfort Ave., Louisville, KY 40206

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street

    N. Bayly Ave

  • Neighborhood

    Frankfort Ave - Crescent Hill

  • Hours of operation

    Mon–Thu 5:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–10:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Italian, Steak, Seafood

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Dress code

    Smart Casual

  • Parking details

    Street parking and adjacent parking lot at Louisville library available as well as Valet on the weekends.

  • Public transit

    Public transit is directly across the street

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Chef John Plymale

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (502) 894-8686

  • Catering

    Please contact us about off-site and in-home catering! 502 894 8686 or www.porcini502.com

  • Private party facilities

    From annual meetings and product launches to milestone celebrations and holiday parties, Porcini has the experience and success record to assure that every Special Event in our restaurant is flawless.

  • Private party contact

    Jim Murphy: (502) 894-8686

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