Great vibes with a cool atmosphere! Great cocktail menu made by great mixologists. Highly…read morerecommended

We had such a fun night here ! Baker was THE BEST and so knowledgable about both alcoholic and non…read morealcoholic beverages. Amazing suggestions and a fun environment.

I cannot wait to go back to Retta's! We stopped in a weird time of the day so they were just…read moreserving ice cream. They had the most interesting and delicious flavors that you could possibly think up. The guy behind the counter was amazing, gave us the run down and let us sample pretty much everything. He even offered to let us pick a record out of their collection for them to play while we were there. I can't wait to go back and have their full dessert experience!

Looking for mint chocolate chip? Retta's won't be for you. But if you're into unique flavors of…read moreice cream, you've found nirvana. Everything is made in house with organic ingredients. There's even a few non-dairy options for the lactose intolerant. But if a "regular" flavor speaks to you, they offer free enzyme supplements. But Retta's is more than an ice cream counter. They specialize in custom, house made desserts. Evidently, the neighborhood hosts a "progressive" dinner and the last stop, dessert, of course, is at Retta's. Desserts are featured after 4pm, so we didn't get to sample. But, we did watch the owner, Ben, handcraft the evenings' dessert. While his sous chef was busy in the back making other sweet specialties. Make no mistake, the menu is diverse, expensive, and made with care. The vibe is coffee house, with a huge record collection to provide the right ambiance. Oh, hours later and my wife is still raving about her Matcha, Black Sesame, chocolate ice cream!

If I could give 10 stars I would!…read more Are you looking for something besides another bourbon cocktail in a city filled with them this is the place. Amazing selection of Mezcals but also the very best mixology you can find anywhere in the world. Take some time to read the menu because what they do is mind blowing and with every shack of a cocktail one would think they were trying to murder the ice!

Well mixed drinks in a plant store? Sign me up!…read more Pretty Decent? You're being modest. Half novelty plant shop, half clear alcohol bar, this place is better than decent. There isn't a ton of seating, but like I said, it's still a store. The menu leans heavily on tequila, gin, vodka and other clear liquors, so most of the drinks lack color but are very flavorful; alcohol forward as well. Staff was helpful in finding something to choose. The environment is calm, relatively quiet, but overall really relaxed. This would be a great place to go with friends and enjoy each others' company.

The bartenders there were very awkward and not friendly!!…read more The place itself is very beautiful and classy, I love the interior. The prices of the cocktails were insane!! I spent $17 on just 1 drink! I was in shock about some of the other pricings as well! It is a nice lounge area, so it would be a while til I visit again.

Such a cute place! The speciality cocktails didn't really stand out to me but I really enjoyed the…read moredrink the bartender made me. It was nice of him to suggest something! This is a great place to come and gather with friends for drinks and conversation. Also highly recommend if you want to make this a "first date" place, it's cute and lowkey :)

I absolutely love going to their events, everyone there is so kind & personable! The place is…read morecasual fancy with lights at each table, a decent sized bar, & an art gallery towards the restrooms! Giuseppe is super kind & introduced my friends and I to a local artist that's a bartender on Sundays named Topher, whose art made us laughhhhh, so you have to check it out yourself! Topher was letting us know that the place is animal friendly even indoors & that he sells prints when he's working, so please support!!

This review is for the cocktail and spirits, class I attended. Our host was very knowledgeable and…read morefriendly. She explained each of the spirits in detail and the best ways to use them. Each person attending/couple had a table with water, we sampled the limoncello and orange cello, both were delicious. Towards the end of the class each person was able to come to the front and mix a cocktail of their choice. The space was welcoming and lively, looking forward to coming back for drinks and happy hour all day Sunday.

Customer service for this place was top-notch. the guy was very nice to me and holy cow, the…read morefacility was beautiful.. There were different options for baked items and packaged snacks. I didn't partake but I had a great coffee. It was hot with condensed milk and he made modifications just for me.

Easily the best-kept coffee shop secret in Louisville. It's in the lobby of The Myriad Hotel, which…read morealso boasts the Swim Club and Paseo. I absolutely loved the stylish interior, low-key jams playing, and speedy service. The cortado I ordered was made to perfection: hot, strong and creamy with some foam art on top. While I did not partake this visit, they do also have some breakfast items catered by Paseo, along with a handful of pastry items. It's not a super robust food menu, so I'd stop next time for a snack vs. a full meal. By far, they have the most comfortable seating out of any coffee shop I've been to in my 4 months in Louisville: a long, cushy banquette and an array of cushioned chairs. This spot is on my way to the gym, so I will most definitely add it to my regular rotation. TRUE LOVE.

Oh my gosh this place was so packed!! They had live DJ, a very small dance floor, and a lot of…read morelounge cushions! I liked that they had a food truck right outside. It was popping yet very tight!

This was stop 5 on our tour of Louisville distilleries and bars. I definitely liked the…read moreneighborhood feel of this bar. Nice and cozy inside. This place was also down the block from our Airbnb so we could walk there. They had a lot of boozy coffee drinks and I really like that. I decided to try their Espresso Martini. This was our last bar stop prior to going out to dinner with friends. My drink had a house made espresso, Absolut vodka, Borghetti (coffee liqueur), a rich simple syrup, and coffee beans. My drink was rich and delicious and I absolutely loved their espresso. I do not recall what drinks my friends ordered. By the time we were leaving there was plenty of people in the place and appeared there was some sort of event gathering. We will have to come back here and with all the coffee drinks they had this may well be the place to start our day next time.

I have since returned here a couple times after my first visit, and these return trips changed my…read moreopinion a bit towards something a bit more positive. We had better initial upon walking in and getting seated service, which was my biggest complaint after my first visit. The food and drink remain great. Share-ables are interesting and tasty and getting a few things to try and share among friends or a small group has been great. And the drink options remain varied, intriguing, and delicious. Most recently, I got a couple different spritzes that were light and refreshing, which was wonderful in the hot hot heat of a Kentucky summer. At the end of our visit, a large party had come in for their reservation and it was difficult to get a server's attention to close out/get our check so we could pay and leave. So there are still some service things that could be improved. But overall, my return visit had me wanting to add a star to my initial review. I would be happy to return again, maybe even at my own suggestion rather than just if a friend suggested it.

I've been here twice now within the last few weeks. First on a Sunday right at open for a quick…read moredrink before heading over to the Liquor Lab and the second on a Saturday night for after dinner cocktails and both visits were a great time! The bartenders greeted us as soon as we walked in, were friendly, explained the menu in detail and were very knowledgeable. On my first visit I opted for the seasonal Espresso Martini (Summer Martini Menu) however I wasn't a huge fan, if your an Espresso Martini connoisseur then you know everyone has a different preference in how they are made. The type of Vodka, whether they use espresso or cold brew and the type of coffee liquor. This one was made with deep Eddie vodka, espresso and Broghetti Espresso Liquor. Now with that being said, I am very much looking forward to going back to try their new Worlds Best Espresso Martini that they have collaborated with Heine Brothers coffee to create as it is a different recipe. On the second visit it was busy and the place was buzzing. They have a very unique cocktail menu and they also have extremely rare, old and almost one of a kind liquors you can get a pour of; one bottle dates back to the 30's I believe. When you walk in and are facing the bar, they are all displayed on the right hand side. My Husband tried the Smoked and Soured Four You (Michter's Bourbon | Lemon | Sugar | Smoke) which is a drink with a show! I tried a clarified cocktail ... the Espresso Spice & Everything Nice (Espresso Infused Vodka Clarified | Gingerbread Spice | Latte Foam) which was different but really good!!

Are we talking "On Heavens Gate!"…read more Yes, Bob Dylan, that inspirational author, songwriter, wordsmith, and artist has a Bourbon. Now they were looking for where to build his so called place to breathe life into it. That "it," place. It's not in Nashville, it's here in small little Louisville. What better place than an old church? Bourbon and Church! Amen! All are welcome! Now they don't make it here this is where they come to pour it and enjoy the flavors of it. Is life about the ride? How about dinner and some Heavens Bourbon made and inspired by Bob Dylan in a church. It's a must! Now this is a small venue and off the beaten track of life. What drew me? A large image of Bob Dylan on a building, mural style seemed out of place. Come to find out explore more and salut to a better version of heaven in this world of art, music, and words that have never been better than now. This is not just a church but the grounds house an art deco museum to his work. It's true dedication to the man of Bob Dylan. A Tennessee whiskey, distilled in Pleasureville, Ky. This the final stop here at the Last Refuge to celebrate his legacy and better aged bourbon among us.

This place came highly recommended for a restaurant to visit when in Louisville so it was our first…read morestop! Turning an old church into a bar/restaurant always makes for a unique environment. I loved walking through the rooms and seeing all the vintage details and stained glass. The Whiskey room has quite the shock factor with floor to ceiling bottles lining the walls. No complaints to be made about the service! It felt quick and smooth! The signature cocktails we ordered were very good (not pictured)! My only disappointment was the limited menu. The menu seemed to be mostly appetizers and pizza with some additional options for entrees. We ordered the Holy Fire Dip for a starter and it was delicious! It was warm and had great flavor. The waitress did need to bring more bread, the dipping options felt sparse. My husband and I split The Burnt Offering Pizza and Sanctuary Sliders, they were both solid. We both favored the pizza but would have liked more variety. I can see why this place comes highly recommended for the experience. I would definitely come back but hope they expand the menu by then!

Great spot for a casual night out if you wanna enjoy a well made craft cocktail…read more The bar tenders are friendly and they will take good care of you. I will be back.

Listen let me tell you.... DARLINGS .... Baby .. the Music…read more plus the spicy margaritas have me there .... The Music Selection has me All the Way through There ~ the Atmosphere is just chill .. Service Awesome... Jaaaee doing her thang Baby ...great bartender she's the best. But Seriously the Playlist of Songs has me at the bar ...Just Jamming