Top 6 Restaurants to Enjoy in Louisville: Food & Bourbon
- Pegasus
- Sep 16
- 3 min read
Louisville is recognized as the Culinary Capital of Bourbon Country. The city’s chefs elevate Southern cuisine by incorporating distinctive approaches, offering dishes infused with Bourbon and local specialties such as Benedictine, Burgoo, Modjeskas, and the renowned Hot Brown. There are numerous opportunities to experience the culinary excellence and unique flavors Louisville has to offer.
Below are a few restaurants to discover amazing local food and of course bourbon while in Louisville....
Bourbons Bistro
2255 Frankfort AvenueLouisville, KY 40206
(502) 894-8838
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Locally owned and internationally recognized, Bourbons Bistro offers over 130 Bourbons, a barrel selection program, and a Bourbon-inspired, locally sourced seasonal menu. Outdoor and private dining are available. The bar has won Whisky Magazine’s “Whisky Bars of the World” Gold Medal.
Hours:
Tuesday - Saturday, 4:30-10pm
To Order Curbside Pickup:Call 502-894-8838
Bottle Service, Wine, and Beer available!
Charr’d Bourbon Kitchen & Lounge
1903 Embassy Square BlvdLouisville, KY, 40299
(502) 491-1184
Experience cutting-edge culinary techniques along with fresh, local, and regional foods and spirits. Charr'd also features over 200 types of Kentucky's finest bourbons while also offering the cities most creative cocktails! If you are looking for a new but true dining experience start at Charr'd.
Hours:
Everyday: 6:00 AM-11:00 PM
Derby Cafe & Bourbon Bar At Kentucky Derby Museum
704 Central AvenueLouisville, KY 40208
(502) 637-1111
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The team begins work early, chopping herbs, preparing food, and making sauces, dressings, and other meal ingredients. The kitchen operates using a “scratch kitchen” approach, preparing all food from locally sourced raw ingredients. The Derby Café & Bourbon Bar at the Kentucky Derby Museum offers lunch service. Guests can choose to dine inside the café or on the covered outdoor terrace located next to Churchill Downs.
Hours:
Monday - Sunday, 11:00am - 3:00pm
Gatsby’s On Fourth
500 South Fourth StreetLouisville, KY 40202
(502) 585-3200
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Gatsby’s on Fourth is open for breakfast seven days a week. Enjoy a menu filled with seasonal and locally grown ingredients joined together with an innovative twist. Start your day off right with hospitable table service, plentiful options from our full buffet, and a live-action egg station, curated specifically to your liking.
Hours:
Breakfast: Monday through Friday from 6:30 am to 10:00 am, Saturday and Sunday from 7:00 am to 11:00 am
Old Seelbach Bar
500 South Fourth StreetLouisville, KY 40202
(502) 585-3200
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Experience Kentucky at a restored early 1900s bar with an extensive Bourbon selection, including single barrel options. Enjoy cocktails made with limestone water, like a bespoke Old Fashioned or the signature Seelbach Cocktail. Savour local favorites such as Hot Brown, Kentucky Burgoo, and Derby pie. The Old Seelbach Bar is part of the Urban Bourbon Trail.
Hours:
Lunch and Dinner: Sunday through Thursday from 12:00 pm to 11:00 pm (Last call 10:30 pm, Food available until 10:00 pm), Friday and Saturday from 12:00 pm to 12:00 am (Last call 11:30 pm, Food available until 10:00 pm)
Proof On Main
702 W Main StreetLouisville, KY 40202
(502) 217-6360
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Proof on Main’s menu presents a distinctive and contemporary interpretation of cuisine that is both approachable and locally sourced. The restaurant’s dedication to regional producers and ingredients fosters a strong connection to its location, while an emphasis on quality ensures that every dish and beverage is as thoughtfully crafted as the artwork displayed. At Proof on Main, refined dining, premium bourbon selections, and innovative culinary offerings are expertly combined.
Hours:
Brunch: Sat & Sun 8am-2pm
Breakfast: Mon-Fri 7am-10am
Lunch: Mon-Fri 11am-2pm
Dinner: Sun-Wed 5-9pm, Thurs-Sat 5-10pm
Lounge: Sun-Wed 11am-10pm, Thurs-Sat 11am-11pm
Conclusion
Keep up to date on all the impressive restaurants in Louisville by visiting GoToLouisville.com. There you will find a recent listing and many other eating options in the area.
Also, see who has the best Yelp reviews in Louisville by visiting Yelp.
DID YOU KNOW?
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