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The Fat Lamb, Louisville, KY

The Fat Lamb

4.7
4.7
903 Reviews
$31 to $50
American
The Fat Lamb is a Mediterranean-inspired restaurant located in Louisville, Kentucky. It was opened in 2016 by Chef Dallas McGarity, who serves as the executive chef and owner. The restaurant is known for its focus on using locally sourced ingredients and for its unique combination of Mediterranean flavors with Southern influences. The menu at The Fat Lamb features a variety of small plates, entrees, and seasonal specials, and is known for its rotating selection of meats and seafood dishes. The restaurant also has a strong emphasis on wine and cocktail, featuring a curated list of wines that complement the Mediterranean cuisine. The Fat Lamb has been well-reviewed by critics and is considered to be one of the best restaurants in Louisville. It's widely known for its cozy and welcoming atmosphere, making it a popular spot for a romantic dinner or casual night out with friends.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 13 times today

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Fine Dining

  • Cuisines

    American, Contemporary American, Farm-to-table

  • Hours of operation

    Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (502) 409-7499

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Executive chef

    Dallas McGarity

  • Catering

    We can do almost anything you would need for your special event and party based on almost any budget you would have. Our catering program is based on your needs.

  • Private party facilities

    We do off premise private events as well as restaurant buyouts. Please contact us at www.fatlamblouisville.com or call 502.409.7499 for more information.

  • Neighborhood

    Highlands - Bardstown Rd / Taylorsville Rd

  • Cross street

    Grinstead Dr and Bardstown Rd

  • Parking details

    We do have a small private lot that we share with 3 other businesses but there is also a ton of street parking in the area. It is a very walkable area of Louisville.

  • Additional

    Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 903 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
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Central Kentucky

    Healthy

  • Central Kentucky

    American

  • Louisville

    Innovative

  • Louisville

    Healthy

  • Louisville

    American

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  1. StavanB

    Louisville

    31 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    31 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a wonderful time The Fat Lamb for our anniversary. Excellent farm to table food, chef owned and local business
  2. BradT

    Jacksonville

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food, service, and atmosphere! Everyone enjoyed their dinner.
  3. jaygib9

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall1food1service5ambience2
    First issue, PARKING. This place has a tiny parking lot and situated on Bardstown Rd. and Grinstead Dr., finding parking was a nightmare. Yes, I'm aware you really don't have much control here. Secondly, I made reservations, when we got there, the table they had for us was a tiny bar table next to the bar. No thanks, we waited at the bar for a regular table to open up. I will say the bartender is great, and makes excellent drinks. (Yes, my reservation was made at 7:52 for 8:30, because that was the first timeframe available in the system, not my fault you have that ridiculous bar table just to generate more revenue, get rid of it.) Third, the roasted cauliflower tastes like they just sprinkled the chili & turmeric on it after it was cooked instead of mixing it in a glaze, or with butter or something to cook it INTO the cauliflower. Fourth, the lamb portions are tiny (WHAT IS THIS? LAMBCHOPS FOR ANTS?) and NOWHERE NEAR worth the price. The lamb was tough (cooked medium). (10 oz BEFORE cooking with bone in, so you get maybe 5 oz of meat at best and it was NOT tender) The staff is attentive and polite, but the food is not even close to worth what they charge. The decor is pretentious upscale, plastic greenery centerpieces with rocks. I will not ever be returning. If you want excellent lamb with nice portions and much better flavors on everything, try Shiraz instead. Also, decided to check other bad reviews right after posting this, look at how the owner/manager or whoever it is responds to people. That should tell you everything you need to know. Dude, you really should learn to use reviews to BETTER your restaurant and yourself instead of simply attacking people in return. You want your restaurant to improve, take a look at Mojito Tapas, Taj Palace, Oiishi Sushi, Vietnam Kitchen, Shiraz, Mussel & Burger Bar. They all have what you currently do not. Good food with good portions for reasonable prices.

    The Fat LambResponded 4 days agoThanks for the constructive review! I can see that you thought we were a much more casual restaurant by the places that you compared us to. They are great but not the same experience at all. The parking lot is what we have and many restaurants around us don't even have that. The neighborhood is very walkable. The "small" table you mentioned is a table for 2. Since there were 2 people in your party, we reserve the tables that seat 4 for 4 people. Good luck in your future dining endeavors.

  4. AaronE

    Cincinnati

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Food was outstanding!!!! I can’t wait to go back!
  5. SamuelK

    New Orleans

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing food and service all around. The Kimchi Arancini and the Curried Salmon were absolutely delicious. I actually had a dream that night that I was eating it again. I would definitely go back. The staff was extremely friendly and accommodating for a special occasion. Will definitely be back!
  6. annd

    Louisville

    13 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    13 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    The entree’s were excellent. The flavors were outstanding, with the rack of lamb dish, particularly the green and red chutney’s. The flat iron steak with Channa was beautifully made. The appetizer of lamb meatballs, were sadly under salted. The cocktails were also outstanding.
  7. AlanW

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Me and my fiancé went for our anniversary and from to start to finish it was amazing. Their “house cocktail” was my favorite drink. The homemade bread was perfect. Our entrees were delicious, the service was professional and the ambiance was exactly what we needed for the moment. Chef/owner Dallas has a hidden gem of a restaurant.
  8. DevinH

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our team had a great time and were wow'd by the food and overall excellence
  9. OpenTable Diner

    Louisville

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fat Lamb never disappoints, great cocktails, amazing food, what more could you ask for? Keep this place open and GO!
  10. OpenTable Diner

    Louisville

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on March 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful hospitality I ever experience. I had the best me ever in my life. I am glad that I check this place out and show my support.
  11. OpenTable Diner

    Miami

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We love to come here for a date night. The lamb chops and veal bolognese are our favorites. We always get the Nutella dessert too.
  12. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 4, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Great service! Chef
  13. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Meal was delicious. Our server gave us 5 star treatment.
  14. EmilyMc

    New York Area

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on February 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Outstanding daily special in the grouper last night! And you can never go wrong with the goat cheese app!
  15. Doccat7

    Louisville

    28 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    28 reviews

    Dined on February 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The new walnut vanilla old fashioned was an outstanding way to start our meal. We enjoyed the beet/arugula salad and the simple salad. The beet salad in particular is a perfect amalgam of flavors. I highly recommend the grouper special that may be added to the menu—the accompanying Cajun sauce is delicious. As a family, we love that there is a children’s menu.
  16. ValerieC

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Awesome meal and service!
  17. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    Nothing short of amazing all around.
  18. KerrieR

    San Francisco

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a wonderful experience for dinner last night! We had a reservation and they showed up our table was a high top by the bar which was blocked by people waiting for a table. They offered us seats at the bar while we waited for it to clear out and we chose to sat at the bar instead. It was great! Bartenders were very personable and could see the action in the kitchen. The Brussel sprout appetizer was next level- I could have licked the sauce out of the bowl! We both had the braised short rib entree and it was great. I saw several people order the lamb chops and they were huge! Next time I want to try the smash burger- limited number each day! Would definitely visit again and I like it better than Jack Fry's.
  19. LouisvilleFoodie

    Louisville

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Every menu item was delicious! We got the two specials of the evening and the short ribs and it all was amazing. We can’t wait to come back and try it again. A gem in Louisville!
  20. Myron

    San Francisco

    17 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on February 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Chef Dallas and his team were hitting on all cylinders. From a classic Manhattan to his staple salmon, all were tremendous. My friend asked for a Margarita and enjoyed it so much he ordered another, which is almost unheard of. He then chose a featured ahi tuna appetizer and then the featured grouper, both of which were sensational.
  21. TeresaS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food, creative menu, attentive and knowledgeable waitstaff. Highly recommend!
  22. JamieS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Food and service were great! A bit pricey but definitely will come back. Table for 2 could be a little bigger and it was a bit loud
  23. OpenTable Diner

    Louisville

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    From the moment we arrived, the dining experience was smooth and professional. We arrived early for our reservation and were promptly seated and then greeted by our waitress, Magen. My fiancé and I each had a cocktail (Black Betty and Old Fashioned) and the lamb meatballs as an appetizer. The cocktails and meatballs were both delicious and exceeded our expectations. For dinner, we tried the short rib and flat iron steak. Both were cooked to perfection and extremely flavorful. Overall, my fiancé and I were very satisfied with our Valentine’s Day dinner - quick service, delicious food, and friendly staff all made for a perfect meal!
  24. MichaelL

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely phenomenal! Fine dining at its best. Small but quaint. Food was extraordinary! Chef Dallas interacted with every table. Our service was exceptional.Highly recommend!
  25. Goinback2Callie

    Louisville

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on February 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Incredible food, drinks & atmosphere. We wanted everything on the menu. Can’t wait to go back. 10/10
  26. OpenTable Diner

    Louisville

    21 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on February 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had an incredible dining experience at The Fat Lamb! Our server, Melissa, went above and beyond with her hospitality and attentiveness during our meal. She made sure each of us were happy with our cocktail selections, entrees, and even dessert! Highly recommend the goat cheese, Brussels, and truffle fries!
  27. RaybeccaReview

    Louisville

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on February 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Once again, Fat Lamb delivered an exceptional meal and outstanding service. We were very fortunate to get Jacob again as our server who took care of us with outstanding service and attentiveness. We continue to highly recommend the Warm Goat Cheese for starters, the Bolognese for the entre and the Cannoli's for dessert. Thanks for a great experience. Ray and Rebecca
  28. KaraM

    Louisville

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food and great service. The Short Ribs were Amazing! Thanks!
  29. JohnDebbie

    Louisville

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    What a wonderful dining experience! Our server did an outstanding job, well timed. The kimchi arancini was our favorite, so crispy , not too spicy,and the inside was so full of flavor. They were big and a great start to our meal. The chili, turmeric cauliflower was cooked perfectly and so flavorful. An all around great dining experience. The food was unique and large portions. We took home left overs and they were as good today for lunch.
  30. YouGotToGoHere

    Louisville

    68 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    68 reviews

    Dined on February 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    The Fat Lamb is one of my favorite Louisville restaurants. I have written a number of reviews on Open Table and Yelp lauding its high quality, tasty food and its "neighborhood gem" status. Last night's meal (warm goat cheese & pita appetizer, followed by shrimp & crawfish cajun cakes) was no exception to my previous high ratings. My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed the meal. What I would like to rave about today is the dessert we shared - "Milk Chocolate Tart". A graham crust filled with milk chocolate, topped with whipped cream and candied pecan crumble. Wow! (Check out the photo.) If you're looking for good food and good service (thank you Jacob) make a reservation and check them out!
  31. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 7, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Great service.
  32. Yarddog

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The lamb chops were outstanding, with oysters and brussel sprouts as appetizers and a local IPA on tap , the meal could not have been any better.
  33. RuthM

    Louisville

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on January 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Excellent meal and service.
  34. OpenTable Diner

    London

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 29, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience2
    Great good, great service, great dinner company. Really the only negative is the lighting and its impact on the ambience. The lighting is not intimate and doesn’t set the mood for the type and quality restaurant The Fat Lamb is.
  35. TracyC

    Louisville

    17 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on January 29, 2023

    overall3food5service4ambience3
    Friendly server I had to study the menu a bit. Each dish had something that was not a favorite ingredient which narrowed my choices a lot. This also makes me want to be careful recommending. The menu items were pricey. My wine was very good.
  36. KarenHughesM

    Louisville

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on January 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Great food- especially if you like a middle eastern flair.
  37. happyhoosier

    Louisville

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This place was great! Our server was friendly, informative and efficient. The drinks we had were excellent. We had the lamb meatballs for an appetizer---sooo good! Our entrees were delicious and we had enough to eat again the next day. During dinner, the chef, Dallas, came to our table to greet and thank us for coming in. So nice! We look forward to eating here again!
  38. OpenTable Diner

    St. Louis

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was insanely delicious. I have a food allergy and mentioned it in the app. They came to the table with allergy information before I even asked. The staff were friendly, knowledgeable, and down to earth. We will be back. The desserts……I don’t even have words…..
  39. OpenTable Diner

    Louisville

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 21, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Dinner was excellent, dessert left something to be desired but overall it was great meal with friends. Great atmosphere.
  40. EmilyMc

    New York Area

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on January 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food is fabulous!! We can not get off the Brussels sprouts and warm goat cheese dip appetizers! It never disappoints !

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
  • Physical distancing

    • Distancing maintained in common areas
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
    • Staff is vaccinated

FAQs

The Fat Lamb offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (502) 409-7499.

The Fat Lamb is rated 4.7 stars by 903 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 13 times today
Google Map for The Fat Lamb

2011 Grinstead Dr, Louisville, KY 40204

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street

    Grinstead Dr and Bardstown Rd

  • Neighborhood

    Highlands - Bardstown Rd / Taylorsville Rd

  • Hours of operation

    Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    American, Contemporary American, Farm-to-table

  • Dining style

    Fine Dining

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    We do have a small private lot that we share with 3 other businesses but there is also a ton of street parking in the area. It is a very walkable area of Louisville.

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Dallas McGarity

  • Additional

    Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (502) 409-7499

  • Catering

    We can do almost anything you would need for your special event and party based on almost any budget you would have. Our catering program is based on your needs.

  • Private party facilities

    We do off premise private events as well as restaurant buyouts. Please contact us at www.fatlamblouisville.com or call 502.409.7499 for more information.

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