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Name: RIVUE Restaurant and Lounge - Permanently Closed
Address: 140 North Fourth Street, Louisville, KY, United States, 40202
Telephone: (502) 568-4239
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.6

RIVUE Restaurant and Lounge - Permanently Closed

4.6

2387 Reviews

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

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RIVUE, Louisville’s upscale restaurant and lounge, is unlike anything you have seen before. It features breathtaking panoramic views, sophisticated décor, and twin revolving floors that let you drink it all in. The contemporary cuisine is just as amazing. For more information please visit www.Rivue.com

Permanently Closed

This restaurant is permanently closed.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
Contemporary American
Hours of operation
Dinner: Monday - Thursday: 5:00pm - 9:00pm; Friday & Saturday: 5:00pm - 10:00pm; Sunday Brunch: 10:00am - 3:00pm
Phone number
(502) 568-4239
Website
http://rivue.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Kendall Linhart
Private party facilities
At RiIVUE, we offer panoramic views of the city. We have a contemporary, upscale facility that is perfect for Wedding Receptions, birthdays, and more!
Private party contact
David Rankin: (877) 733-9861

Location
140 North Fourth Street Louisville, KY 40202
Neighborhood
Downtown Louisville
Cross street
Galt House Hotel, RIVUE Tower, 25th Floor
Parking details
Self Parking
Additional
Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Chef's Table, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch

Fried Green Tomato$12.00
House-Made Curry, Aerated Yogurt, Cilantro
Seared Sea Scallops$13.00
Fennel Marmalade, Pickled Jalapeño, Black Olive Oil, and Tonnato Sauce
Grilled Octopus "Bloody Mary"$13.00
Spicy Tomato, Queen Olive, Celery Salad, Fried Pickles
Ricotta Gnocchi$16.00
Fresh Ricotta and Parmesan Gnocchi, Crispy Country Ham, Bourbon Barrel Smoked Black Pepper, Chives
Blistered Shishito Peppers$9.00
Ponzu, Citrus Salt
Crab Cake "BLT"$12.00
Avocado Mousse, Grilled Green Tomato, Bacon, Sauce Choron
Green Lentil Soup$8.00
Braised Pork Belly, Leeks, Carrots, Pomegranate Seeds
Local Green Salad$12.00
Grateful Greens Lettuce, Asparagus, Strawberries, Pickled Shallots, White Balsamic Vinaigrette
Baby Kale Salad$12.00
Golden Beets, Clementines, Toasted Walnut, Ricotta Salata, Red Wine Vinaigrette
Belgian Endive Salad$12.00
Frisée, Forelle Pears, Prosciutto Crisp, Gorgonzola, Creamy Cider Vinaigrette

Raw

Oysters on the Half Shell*
Red Wine and Black Pepper Mignonette, Horseradish, Lemon
- each$3.00
Tuna Tartare*$16.00
Sorrel Coulis, Crispy Capers, Red Onion, Hard Boiled Farm Egg
Poached Jumbo Shrimp$18.00
House Made Green Tomato Ketchup, Horseradish, Old Bay Seasoning

Large Plates

Duroc Pork Tomahawk$41.00
Coffee and Chili Rubbed Chop, Double Smoked Bacon, Cider Braised Savoy Cabbage, Granny Smith Apples
Tagliatelle$17.00
House Made Pasta, Java Crab, Tomato, Rosemary, Garlic
Winter Squash Risotto$15.00
Acquerello Rice, Cranberries, Pumpkin Seeds, Fried Sage
Roasted Snapper$32.00
Cannellini Beans, Collard Greens, Preserved Meyer Lemon, Elephant Garlic Chips
Gerber's Farm Chicken$28.00
Roasted Amish Chicken, Spinach Custard, Beech Mushrooms, Roasted Garlic Cream
Peking Duck Breast*$31.00
Braised Endive, Toasted Almonds, Red Grapes, Skordalia Sauce
Thai Lobster
1 1/4 lb. Lobster, Gulf Shrimp, Marble Potatoes, Ginger, Lime, Chili Broth
- MP
Filet Mignon*$55.00
Seared Foie Gras, Bone Marrow Bread Pudding, Creamed Spinach Puree, Sauce Au Poivre
Dry Aged New York Strip*$49.00
Potato Gratin, Vidalia Onion Soubise, Brussels Sprout Leaves

Vegetables

Roasted Wild Mushrooms$8.00
Crispy Brussels Sprouts$8.00
with Tamari Sauce and Toasted Sesame Seeds
Yukon Gold Whipped Potatoes$8.00
Spaghetti Squash Bacon$8.00
with Brown Sugar, Cipollini Onions, and Pecans
Grilled Asparagus$8.00
with Truffle Aioli and Aleppo Pepper

Signatures

Luxardo Sour$13.00
Bulleit Bourbon, Lemon Juice, Simple, Luxardo Cherry Syrup
PBV & J$12.00
Peanut Butter Infused Grey Goose Vodka, Blackberry Preserves
Singapore Sling$13.00
Castle and Key Gin, Grand Marnier, Crème de Cassis, St. Germain, Pineapple Honey Syrup, Lime Juice, Bitters, Club Soda
Kentucky Coffee$12.00
Buffalo Trace Bourbon, Buffalo Trace Bourbon Cream, Coffee, Kentucky Sorghum
Douglas Fir$13.00
Castle and Key Gin, St. Germain, Lime Juice, Ginger Beer
Dirty Rotten Shame$13.00
Kettle One, Olive Brine, Bleu Cheese Stuffed Olives
The Old Fashioned$13.00
Louisville's Original Cocktail. Elijah Craig Bourbon, Demerara Syrup, Angostura Bitters, Orange Peel, Lemon
Margarita Float$12.00
1800 Tequila, Grand Marnier, Lime Juice, Simple, Grand Marnier Foam
Rivue Rumrita$11.00
Cucumber Infused Bacardi Silver, Lime, Simple
Red Sangria$12.00
House Blend of Red Wine, Fresh Fruit, Triple Sec, Peach Schnapps, Triple Sec, Pama Pomegranate Liquor
White Sangria$12.00
House Blend of White Wine, Fresh Fruit, Peach Schnapps, Triple Sec, St. Germain

Beer

Domestic

$5.75

Budweiser
Bud Light
Coors Light
Michelob Ultra
Miller Lite

Premium

Blue Moon
Fat Tire
Guinness
Heineken
Stella Artois

Local Craft

Braxton Storm Cream Ale$7.00
Falls City Pale Ale$7.00
Goodwood Louisville Lager$7.00
West Six IPA$7.00
Goodwood$7.00
Bourbon Barrel Stout$9.00

Glass White

Antinori Bramito, Tuscany, Italy$15.00
Sonoma Cutrer Chardonnay, Sonoma County, CA$14.00
Mer Soleil Reserve Chardonnay, Santa Barbara County, CA$12.00
Rodney Strong Chalk Hill Chardonnay, Sonoma County, CA$11.00
Benzinger "Biodynamic" Sauvignon Blanc, North Coast, CA$10.00
Marques de Riscal Sauvignon Blanc, Rueda, Spain$9.00
Banfi San Angelo Pinot Grigio, Tuscany, Italy$11.00
Joel Gott Pinot Grigio, Willamette Valley, OR$10.00
The Seeker Riesling, Mosel, Germany$10.00
Chateau St. Michelle Riesling, Columbia Valley, WA$9.00
Ruffino Moscato d'Asti , Tuscany, Italy$11.00
Whispering Angel Rosé, Provence, France$12.00

Glass Red

Clos Pegase Merlot, Napa Valley, CA$15.00
Napa Cellars Merlot, Napa Valley, CA$10.00
The Prisoner Red Blend, Napa Valley, CA$22.00
Duckhorn Pardaduxx Red Blend, Napa Valley, CA$17.00
Rodney Strong Cabernet Sauvignon, Alexander Valley, CA$12.00
Freakshow Cabernet Sauvignon, Lodi, CA$10.00
Meiomi Pinot Noir, California, AVA$13.00
Ravenswood Zinfandel, Lodi, CA$10.00
Penfolds Bin 28 Shiraz, Barossa Valley, Australia$11.00
Don Miguel Gascon Malbec, Mendoza, Argentina$10.00
Banfi Chianti Classico, Tuscany, Italy$12.00
Cline Cashmere, Sonoma Valley, CA$10.00

What 2,387 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.6Service
4.7Ambience
4.1Value

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c21sherry
Louisville
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 14, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
I am sad that the Rivue is closing. It is a great place to have a brunch and look out to the city views.
R
Rene63
Indiana
46 reviews
vip
5.0
46 reviews
Dined on July 14, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Lovely good was delicious ambiance beautiful
AB
AnitaB
San Francisco
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on July 14, 2019
overall3food2service5ambience4
The Brunch food tasted like it had be reheated from a previous day. It was dried out, lacked flavor, and stale. I know the Rivue is closed now. It was a very disappointing experience.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 12, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Anniversary and a birthday
FL
FoodLover
Cincinnati
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on July 8, 2019
overall5food4service5ambience4
Too bad they are closing soon. Carl our waiter was very good. Honest with answering our questions and recommending things.
GH
GaltHousefan
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 8, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was a wonderful experience! A delicious, beautiful and magical night viewing the city!
RS
RobynS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 7, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our brunch was EXCELLENT!! Our server was FANTASTIC and food was GREAT! It had been years since we had visited The Rivue. Great experience!
R
Ripleyrules
Louisville
5 reviews
3.0
5 reviews
Dined on July 7, 2019
overall3food3service3ambience2
The meal was fine but it is extremely expensive for a brunch. The only reason we booked the table was for the revolving floor (our kids were excited about it), but we were told we could not sit there because other people made reservations months ago. As we sat and watched two half-empty rooms rotate for an hour after we sat down, it was very frustrating since we clearly could have sat in that part of the restaurant.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Louisville
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 6, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our server (MJ) I think was amazing! She was an exceptional server and also very kind and sweet. We wanted to visit one last time before you closed. We’ve made a lot of memories there and brought lots of friends and family! Thanks!
HH
HolliH
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 6, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Outstanding food and views. The oysters are always so fresh, I highly reccomend them. We come here to celebrate our anniversary and they always make sure we have complementary champagne to toast. Also the tournedos of beef was the best filet I have ever had as it was topped with lump crab. Also, the goat cheesecake is by far my favorite dessert and I hope that when they reopen in spring they keep these items on the menu!
JC
JenevieveC
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on July 3, 2019
overall4food4service5ambience4
Food was great! All the spiders on the windows was not a good time
FH
FrankH
Louisville
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on July 2, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
A special thanks to Nick, the manager, for his help in making for a great evening
OT
OpenTable Diner
Louisville
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on July 1, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Loved every moment of it! So sad to see this place closing
L
Lovesfood
Louisville
47 reviews
4.0
47 reviews
Dined on June 30, 2019
overall4food4service5ambience5
Great location with parts that rotate so you get a view. Some items had been on buffet too long-chicken very dry. Was good, but feel there are better ones. Hopefully when they reopen they will make some changes. Grits very good as was waffles. Didn’t get omelette-the omelette station was practically in a closet-only had one person making them for everyone.
FB
FreddieB14
Louisville
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on June 30, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
We wanted to remind ourselves on how it looked before the remodel,,,,,we will then come back to compare,,,,see you then.....
NJ
NoJa
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on June 30, 2019
overall1food2service1ambience4
I wrote a review on Google with details. Review my review there. It was posted this past weekend (Jun 29-30, 2019).
AC
ArmondC
Greensboro
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on June 29, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food. Amazing service. The Tomahawk was great
SK
SandyK
Louisville
7 reviews
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on June 29, 2019
overall4food4service5ambience3
We sat in center section where you go up flight of stairs. Not good for people sitting with back to window and rather hot upstairs. Sound from piano also seemed to be louder than on main level. Can't wait for revamp on this restaurant. I certainly hope you plan to keep the 2 revolving round floors. That is great! Look forward to seeing remodel. Entire restaurant needs to be opened up to all windows on all sides from the minute you get off elevator, instead of currently having to go up 2 narrow hallways. Need good bar that's not in hallway!
R
Redd
Indiana
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 29, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
We were so taken back the restaurant is absolutely beautiful staff very friendly the food was excellent. Breath taking view of the water and the city of Louisville. The revolving floor put the cherry on top. Anyone that travels to Louisville make your reservation here for fine dining
GS
GaryS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 29, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Romantic date night for a couple from out of State. Rotating restaurant with fantastic views. Entrees were well prepared and delicious! Classy place and we were under dressed. We were still made to feel welcome and service was great. We had a very thoughtful, helpful, and wonderful waitress.
PK
PamelaK
Louisville
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 25, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
No special occasion; had 2 gift certs I had to use before they close on 7.15.19
LP
LPHo
Indiana
50 reviews
4.0
50 reviews
Dined on June 23, 2019
overall4food3service3ambience4
Excellent location and view, the food was good. Very slow service, nearly 2 hours for 2 courses.
WS
WendyS
Louisville
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 22, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing dinner! Paul was wonderful and attentive . The views during dinner we’re fabulous. Loved everything about this restaurant-will definitely revisit!
JH
JessicaH
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 22, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
This was my first time at The Revue. I was very impressed. The atmosphere was amazing, the pianist was wonderful and played the entire time (it was a bit loud, but we were seated right next to the piano so, it was understandable), our waiter, Carl, was a doll, and the food definitely worth every penny! The staff was very accommodating. We had a reservation and we arrived late due to mix up on my part but they held our table. I definitely would recommend coming here and I will definitely be back.
JB
JanB
Louisville
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on June 22, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
RIVUE is a great representation of Louisville. The sunset was tremendous with full views of the city and river. Service and menu items were top notch. The perfect dinner prior to theater outing.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Columbus
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on June 22, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Was exceptional
OT
OpenTable Diner
Louisville
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on June 22, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
We planned a last trip to Rivue before it closes for remodeling timed for sunset on Longest Day Of Year, Summer Solstice. Instead of sunset we got a moody thunder/lightning storm that created a very romantic atmosphere as we viewed the Ohio River and Louisville skyline from all angles. Patrick was a wonderful server. Attentive but not hovering. Oysters on half shell, wedge Caesar/mixed greens salads and NY Strip that we split were perfect. Good cocktails and wine, and we loved the pianist.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Louisville
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on June 22, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was amazing!!!
A
Apclan
Indiana
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 21, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
That was a very special place to celebrate our 40th anniversary - thank you! (And thanks for the complimentary champagne!) Our water was Carl and he treated us very well. The food was excellent, and the chocolate bourbon bombe was a perfect finish!
SD
ShelD
Western KY
21 reviews
5.0
21 reviews
Dined on June 21, 2019
overall5food4service5ambience5
Good food and great views. Excellent service, but the acoustics need work. The noise level was fairly high.
J
Jewels
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 20, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
We so enjoyed the Rivue! It was our 30th anniversary so was very special and it lived up to our expectations and more. We were referred by family and were pleasantly surprised how good the food and service was. Thank you!!
TF
TiffanyF
Louisville
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on June 16, 2019
overall3food2service3ambience4
When I discovered pieces of Saran Wrap in my salad after chewing on it, I let our server know and her response was “yeah that’s from where the salad was wrapped earlier” as if saying “yeah that’s normal”... for the price, that’s completely unacceptable.
E
Erin
Louisville
6 reviews
vip
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on June 16, 2019
overall4food5service5ambience4
Great food. Omelette station very slow
JC
JaniceC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 16, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience4
My omelette was delicious hot everything we eat was hot and very tasty, my husband when back for the roast beef he said was so Tender, can't wait for the reopening
KS
KelseyS
Louisville
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 16, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
We went to RIVUE Restaurant for their Father's Day Brunch and had a great time! The food was excellent and the scenery was fabulous! Our server was excellent! So nice and made sure my coffee was always full! :)
JQ
JacQuanaJ
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 16, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was absolved amazing. Our waitress was very pleasant and knew the menu well. The atmosphere was the perfect setting to celebrate a birthday.
BR
BruceR
Louisville
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on June 15, 2019
overall4food5service5ambience4
Engagement
MK
MartinK
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 15, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience4
Everything was top of the line. My server was the best!
SC
SandyC
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 14, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Absolutely delicious dinner and dessert. Fresh salad, piping hot entree, wonderful service.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Louisville
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on June 14, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
First time at Revue and loved it. Dinner before Hamilton. Looking forward to the reveal March 2020. 😍

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RIVUE Restaurant and Lounge - Permanently Closed is rated 4.6 stars by 2387 OpenTable diners.

Permanently Closed

This restaurant is permanently closed.

Additional information

Cross street
Galt House Hotel, RIVUE Tower, 25th Floor
Neighborhood
Downtown Louisville
Hours of operation
Dinner: Monday - Thursday: 5:00pm - 9:00pm; Friday & Saturday: 5:00pm - 10:00pm; Sunday Brunch: 10:00am - 3:00pm
Cuisines
Contemporary American
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Self Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Executive chef
Kendall Linhart
Additional
Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Chef's Table, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch

Website
http://rivue.com/
Phone number
(502) 568-4239
Private party facilities
At RiIVUE, we offer panoramic views of the city. We have a contemporary, upscale facility that is perfect for Wedding Receptions, birthdays, and more!
Private party contact
David Rankin: (877) 733-9861

RIVUE Restaurant and Lounge - Permanently Closed

Permanently Closed

Additional information

Small Plates

Fried Green Tomato$12.00

Seared Sea Scallops$13.00

Grilled Octopus "Bloody Mary"$13.00

Ricotta Gnocchi$16.00

Blistered Shishito Peppers$9.00

Crab Cake "BLT"$12.00

Green Lentil Soup$8.00

Local Green Salad$12.00

Baby Kale Salad$12.00

Belgian Endive Salad$12.00

Raw

Oysters on the Half Shell*

Tuna Tartare*$16.00

Poached Jumbo Shrimp$18.00

Large Plates

Duroc Pork Tomahawk$41.00

Tagliatelle$17.00

Winter Squash Risotto$15.00

Roasted Snapper$32.00

Gerber's Farm Chicken$28.00

Peking Duck Breast*$31.00

Thai Lobster

Filet Mignon*$55.00

Dry Aged New York Strip*$49.00

Vegetables

Roasted Wild Mushrooms$8.00

Crispy Brussels Sprouts$8.00

Yukon Gold Whipped Potatoes$8.00

Spaghetti Squash Bacon$8.00

Grilled Asparagus$8.00

Signatures

Luxardo Sour$13.00

PBV & J$12.00

Singapore Sling$13.00

Kentucky Coffee$12.00

Douglas Fir$13.00

Dirty Rotten Shame$13.00

The Old Fashioned$13.00

Margarita Float$12.00

Rivue Rumrita$11.00

Red Sangria$12.00

White Sangria$12.00

Beer

Domestic

Budweiser

Bud Light

Coors Light

Michelob Ultra

Miller Lite

Premium

Blue Moon

Fat Tire

Guinness

Heineken

Stella Artois

Local Craft

Braxton Storm Cream Ale$7.00

Falls City Pale Ale$7.00

Goodwood Louisville Lager$7.00

West Six IPA$7.00

Goodwood$7.00

Bourbon Barrel Stout$9.00

Glass White

Antinori Bramito, Tuscany, Italy$15.00

Sonoma Cutrer Chardonnay, Sonoma County, CA$14.00

Mer Soleil Reserve Chardonnay, Santa Barbara County, CA$12.00

Rodney Strong Chalk Hill Chardonnay, Sonoma County, CA$11.00

Benzinger "Biodynamic" Sauvignon Blanc, North Coast, CA$10.00

Marques de Riscal Sauvignon Blanc, Rueda, Spain$9.00

Banfi San Angelo Pinot Grigio, Tuscany, Italy$11.00

Joel Gott Pinot Grigio, Willamette Valley, OR$10.00

The Seeker Riesling, Mosel, Germany$10.00

Chateau St. Michelle Riesling, Columbia Valley, WA$9.00

Ruffino Moscato d'Asti , Tuscany, Italy$11.00

Whispering Angel Rosé, Provence, France$12.00

Glass Red