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Sake A Gogo
Price: Expensive•Japanese•4.6(55)Coming soon! Reservation Availability Starts Friday, May 8th.
Sake A Go Go Is An Experiential Japanese Restaurant In Louisville, KY, Crafted By Visionary Restaurateur Kevin Grangier. Inspired By The Iconic Whiskey A Go Go On Sunset Boulevard, The Concept Reflects Kevin’s Marketing Roots In LA. Recognizing A Gap In Louisville’s Vibrant Culinary Scene, Kevin Saw An Opportunity To Introduce An Authentic Japanese Dining Experience, Fueled By The City’s Access To The World’s Largest UPS Hub For Fresh, Never-Frozen Seafood.
Award-Winning Chef Bryan Emperor Created A Menu That Blends Traditional Japanese Flavors With Innovative, Louisville-Inspired Touches. At Sake A Go Go, Every Detail, From The Food To The Atmosphere, Is Designed To Transport Guests Into A Truly Unique Dining Experience. Whether Enjoying Fresh Sushi, Indulging In Artful Kaiseki Dishes, Or Soaking In The Vibrant Ambiance, Sake A Go Go Offers An Unforgettable Culinary Journey.The Last Refuge
Price: Expensive•Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service•4.5(177)The Last Refuge, located in Louisville’s vibrant NuLu district, is a premier whiskey bar and dining destination housed in a restored 1880s German Methodist church. The space blends historic charm and modern comfort with stained-glass windows, vaulted ceilings, and vintage chandeliers, creating a truly distinctive atmosphere.
As the flagship for Heaven’s Door Spirits, founded by Bob Dylan, The Last Refuge features an exceptional collection of over 1,500 American whiskeys—making it a must-visit for whiskey lovers and curious newcomers.
The culinary program is equally impressive, offering a menu of elevated small plates, artisan thin-crust pizzas, fresh salads, sandwiches, and indulgent desserts.
Whether you're exploring rare spirits or enjoying a memorable meal, The Last Refuge offers an immersive experience where history, craftsmanship, and hospitality converge.
Wild Swann Restaurant
Price: Moderate•Speakeasy•4.6(204)Coming Soon!Nic & Normans - Louisville
Price: Moderate•American•4.4(312)As artists, we are passionate about creating special moments. Beyond the screen, we recognize that this often happens while enjoying a great meal in the company of family and friends.
When the opportunity came to open a restaurant in Senoia, we knew it was a natural extension of our passion. We hope you capture a few of those special moments here.
Thanks for joining us on this journey we call Nic & Norman’s.
Joe's Crab Shack - Louisville
Price: Moderate•Seafood•3.8(49)Joe’s Crab Shack offers a variety of favorites from all parts of the sea and shore. From its extensive menu, guests can choose from buckets of seasonal seafood, fried shrimp platters and fish dishes, as well as options from the “mainland” that include steak, sandwiches, and chicken. Guests can indulge in over-sized and creative cocktails, such as the Shark Bite which is playfully garnished with a shark toy. Since its inception, Joe’s popularity has stemmed not only from its menu, but also its retail store. With various pieces of merchandise for purchase, including the ever-popular tie-dye T-shirt with the phrase “Peace, Love and Crabs,” Joe’s has become synonymous with the word “fun.”8Up Elevated Drinkery + Kitchen
Price: Expensive•American•3.1(28)Set in the lively entertainment district, our rooftop restaurant in downtown Louisville offers eclectic dining and drinking experiences. 8up Elevated Drinkery & Kitchen offers three distinctive atmospheres - the open-kitchen restaurant, swanky lounge, and rooftop bar and event space. Our restaurant offers a menu of creative American food with a local twist, hand-crafted cocktails, and unparalleled city views. Whether you're throwing a party, meeting friends for dinner, or chilling with a drink after work, enjoy an elevated ambiance the celebrates the spirit of Louisville.
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- DDianeSacramento / Sacramento Valley •1 review5.0Dined 2 days agoBeautiful restaurant, servi es was excellent, food was amazing; a bit expensive but worth ever penny.More infoSteak & Bourbon - DowntownPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• West Louisville•4.8
- CCherylVIPOrlando / Central Florida East •13 reviews5.0Dined 2 days agoExcellent with great service with the best southern biscuits I have ever had!More infoRepeal Oak Fired SteakhousePrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Downtown Louisville•4.8
- RRebeccaVIPCentral Kentucky •17 reviews4.0Dined 3 days agoStunning decor. We had a wonderful evening and great photo-ops thanks to the talented owner's design concepts. Looking forward to entertaining out-of-towners here on the first floor of Louisville's most fabulous new hotel !More infoSteakhouse Bourré BonnePrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• West Louisville•4.5
- CChrisCentral Kentucky •1 review5.0Dined on Jun 24, 2025Great meal! Great service! Highly this restaurant Hope to return soonMore infoBob's Steak & Chop House - LouisvillePrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Downtown Louisville•4.6
- SSarahCleveland / Akron / Canton •22 reviews5.0Dined on Jun 17, 2025Good food and excellent service. We had a nice table near the open windows and was very relaxing.More infoPorch Kitchen & BarPrice: Moderate• Unspecified• Downtown Louisville•4.2
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Celebrate special occasion at the best restaurants in West Louisville. Our customers recommend Steak & Bourbon - Downtown, Steakhouse Bourré Bonne and Sake A Gogo
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