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Cafe Primo

4.0 (134 reviews)
Open • 4:30 pm - 9:00 PM
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Classy
Quiet
Outdoor seating
Good for kids

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Ryan B.

It was a great experience at Cafe Primo. The staff was very friendly. We only picked up a pizza 1/2 pepperoni and a caprese salad.

Christie B.

The atmosphere is not much but the food is excellent and so is the service. My pasta was some of the best I have ever eaten.

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Shelby H.

We did get to dinner later in the evening and had a 20 minute wait, because they were busy and short staffed. My wine was delicious and went well with my pasta! With the crowd it was loud because it is a smaller restaurant. My husband's pizza he didn't care for, because it needed a little more sauce and meats and the crust was a little burnt too. The waitress was amazing and the space was clean. We understand the hustle and give grace and respect and we will be back for more! Also I felt like the prices were reasonable.

Lunch Combo, the 3 items are pre-selected, but are very good!
Jeff B.

Loved it! Nice little cafe, historical building, great service, and the food was light and refreshing which was perfect for the day walking and touring the area. Highly recommended!

Pasta Romano and pizza
Jill J.

This little gem is well worth the drive! The pizza and Pasta Ramono were ssssooooo good!

Pepperoni pizza with basil
Kim R.

Neat little place with great pizza and pasta entrees. We also enjoyed old fashioneds with our meals. Our first visit! Service was friendly. We'll be back!

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2 years ago

The sausage and shrimp dish was good. Our server was helpful and friendly, great attention to detail.

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2 years ago

The pizza was really good, but the service was horrible. Don't even think about going if you're in a hurry. It's a shame.

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Good food, quick efficient service, pizza very good, Atmosphere can be loud when busy.

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Fantastic pizza and tasty cannoli. Clean premises, good service, a must stop in Bardstown

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3 years ago

Great food Everyone needs to try this place.....Not to expensive and great service.....their pasta ROCKS

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Very very friendly staff and food was to die for. Best authentic pizza I have ever eaten! Definitely will be back very soon

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3 years ago

This place is amazing. The food is amazing. The staff are so nice. Great place for getting together.

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4 years ago

Ate there today and it was delish, I had the lunch Primo. I got soup salad and veggie pasta. It did not disappoint at all

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5 years ago

Great pizza & pasta! We'd come back for the the hot brown pizza! A little loud inside but clean and friendly staff!

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Absolutely amazing pizza! The staff was literally running around taking care of customers. Definitely recommend!!!!!

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