Must try: Rib-Eye Steak and Asparagus side dish! Why: That rib-eye steak (medium-rare) was so dang juicy, tender, and flavorful. I could taste the buttery goodness and loved the chimichurri sauce. Neat experience to see the waiter flame up to melt the butter and burn the rosemary on top. The asparagus with parmigiano-regianno cheese and guanciale (salt cured pork bits) was also amazing. Plate presentation also looked great. Notes: I came on a Sunday evening and they weren't too busy. I sat at the bar to eat dinner. I had a long travel day so wanted to treat myself to a steak dinner. Waiter/bartender was welcoming and helpful. Spacious and clean restaurant. Clean bathrooms also. Great place for date night! read more

Cured Restaurant - Rib-Eye Steak aged in butter & rosemary (12 oz) - Steakhouses Near Me - Louisville, Kentucky

Edit added next day: I should maybe add a star for the managements quick response when i emailed them the review. Or maybe not. But I believe they were sincere when they said they took my comments seriously and will look into the problems i noted. Original review below. Such a disappointment in so many ways. It started off nicely enough as I arrived for my reservation. I was given a choice of seating preferences (bar vs table) and my window-side table had a nice view outside and of the beautifully appointed room. Unfortunately things went downhill from there. I started with a drink and an appetizer as I considered the entree options. Prosciutto Montaditos: "toast topped with spreadable cheese and house-cured ham, drizzled with honey. The toast wasn't. It more resembled stale bread that was heated too long in a toaster oven: so dry it shattered into crumbs when I bit into it, with no browning on the outside and devoid of any flavor. The cheese, which might have been chèvre, was fine, but there was way too much of it. There was so little prosciutto (one thin slice per toast piece) that it could hardly be detected on its own and when I tried a small piece by itself I honestly couldn't tell the difference between this and something I'd buy at the grocery. But Cured specializes in house-cured meats so I expected to be wowed. As well, the honey drizzle was insufficient. When my waiter returned, not commenting on the mess of crumbs all over the table I made from attempting to eat this, and the substantial uneaten portions of bread and cheese, I placed my entree order. Knowing that the steaks here are a la carte, and sides are typically ordered separately (and the sides offered are very few) I inquired about the Rabo De Toro (oxtail, bell peppers, onions, garlic, carrots slow cooked with tomato paste and red wine), asking if it is a stew, like other oxtail preparations I have had. His answer was vague but he seemed to be saying yes. I ordered that. Entree arrived while I was still working on my appetizer, mid-chew with toast in hand. I had to scramble to make room for him to put it on my small table. Poor timing; a big no-no in a high end restaurant. It wasn't a stew. It was basically two chunks of meat on the plate, with a sauce on the side. It was tasty to be sure, and cooked expertly, but without any substantial vegetables (they were cooked down and used as a mirepoix to flavor the sauce) this disappeared quickly and left me wondering why I ordered it. The wording on the menu was so misleading, being more of a recipe than a description. And what's with the large flower on the plate? Edible flowers such as nasturtiums are welcome but this was something else so I asked Chatgpt which thinks it is a "purple orchid, most likely a Dendrobium, commonly used as an edible-looking but typically garnish-only on restaurant plates." So it may or may not be edible but it certainly wasn't appealing. Inedible or inappropriate garnishes have no business being on a food plate. I was drinking lightly that night so I kept it to one Aperol Spritz. It was good but why the tiny straw that didn't even reach the bottom of the glass? When the level got low and I could no longer use the straw I couldn't drink it without spilling ice and drink on myself given the rounded shape of the stem glass. When the waiter came back after I finished (the only time he did so) he asked how things were. "Well, since you asked," I began, calmly and clearly telling him of the many ways I was disappointed. He listened but didn't ask any followup questions, nor offered to pass on the feedback. All he did was apologize for my experience. Which was nice but woefully insufficient given the level of my dissatisfaction that I made clear. When he then asked if I wanted dessert I had to suppress a laugh! I wasn't going to take a chance of anything else going wrong. Even if was comped (which would be the courteous and appropriate thing to do in this situation but certainly not expected or required) I would have passed on it. He then returned with my check. Could things get any worse? Apparently they could. After a momentary shock looking at the huge number I quickly realized he gave me the wrong check! Easily straightened out as I looked around and saw another dining party also looking confused. As we exchanged checks between us I inquired how their meal went. Apparently they were satisfied. I'm happy for them. Mistakes happen and no big deal, but it was a darkly comical way to add insult to this highly disappointing experience. Before I left I stopped at the front to talk to the host, a young man. I again calmly explained my disappointment and asked that he pass on the feedback. He wouldn't even make eye contact, just sullenly looked down and muttered some sort of apology and assured me that he would pass it on. I doubt that he did. As I left he wished me, "Have a nice day," the sarcasm and derision inescapable. I wished him the same. read more

Cured Restaurant - Steakhouses Near Me - Louisville, Kentucky

Cured is a great restaurant in the downtown area. The food was incredible, the drinks were tasty, and the service was friendly. The ambiance is casual but nice. I was alone so I sat at the bar. The bar tender was friendly and attentive. I ordered a fat-washed old fashioned, and it was really good. Fo appetizer, I ordered a personal Cured sampler. The meat was amazing. For dinner, I ordered the Pasta All'Amatriciana, and it was really good as well. Cured is really good, and I will definitely return when visiting Louisville again. read more

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I have to admit, I didn't even know Cured existed until my wife announced that we were going there. We arrived right on time for our reservation with friends, and from the moment we walked in, I was impressed by the décor -- open, clean, and stylish, with clever uses of neon lights forming word art throughout the space. It was a great first impression. We were quickly seated, and our gracious server came by to take our drink orders. As I browsed the menu, the group decided to start with the Cured Charcuterie Board. Honestly, if we weren't such civilized, educated people, there might have been a few fork duels over the incredible assortment of meats, cheeses, and accompaniments laid out before us. It was that good. Once our primal instincts subsided, we moved on to selecting our main courses. I chose the Schnitzel, my wife went with the Smoked Pork Chop, and our friends ordered a variety of dishes from the menu. My schnitzel was fantastic -- crisp, flavorful, and perfectly cooked. My wife's pork chop was outstanding (and yes, I managed to steal a bite). Judging by the spotless plates around the table, everyone was just as pleased with their meals. Throughout the evening, our server remained attentive and friendly, adding to an already excellent dining experience. I may not have known about Cured before this visit, but they're definitely on our restaurant rotation now. Highly recommended. read more

CURED is one of the best restaurants in Louisville, KY! The house-cured charcuterie is incredible, the carbonara is full of flavor, and the steak was cooked perfectly. The atmosphere is intimate and upscale, making it a great Louisville date night restaurant or spot for a special occasion. Amazing food, cocktails, and service, we'll be back! read more

Cured has some of the best steaks in Louisville imo. I love the setting of the restaurant itself and everything we have tried across our two visits has been amazing. We split the dry aged ribeye and carbonara our first time. But during our most recent visit we got the prosciutto crudo salad which may be one of the best salad i've ever had. My wife got the filet and i got the normal ribeye. Steaks were cooked perfect and seasoned well a little rosemary salt didn't hurt either. Our server was super polite as well. Go enjoy the vibes and get you some great steak! read more

Cured is a lovely, cozy place done in dark, moody colors. I went there on a date and had a very nice time. Started off with the Ham Empanadas (three house ham and cheese empanadas with aioli). These were just OK. They were fried and tasted too heavily of oil, but the filling was good. Now the Prosciutto Montaditos (toast topped with spreadable cheese and house cured ham, topped with honey) were another story, light and amazing and the prosciutto was fire. My entree was the Filet Mingon (8oz Black Angus filet served with chimichurri sauce and rosemary finishing salt) A very nice cut of meat. Service was attentive, but pro tip, try to get seated by a table of young, beautiful women, because our server gave them WAY more information and options than us Olds, which kind of sucked but also was kind of funny too. If you know someone who loves meat this is probably the place for them read more

Service is laughable, 15 minutes for drinks, appetizer plates not removed before entree came out, silverware thrown on table, not placed correctly, 15 minutes to get a scoop of gelato that never came... smug attitude from staff... I have no problem with a 65$ steak, but at least have a modicum of service... avoid at all costs, it's a shame because it used to be good. read more

I ordered Ossobuco with a side of polenta. Both were clearly microwaved as the ossobuco was cold inside and the polenta had a terrible taste. Would not go back. read more

We were so excited about trying out this beautiful space!! It did not live up to our expectations. 1. Nice list of handcrafted cocktails. 2. Charcuterie board was nice, but was brought and left at the table without any explanation - we had to ask after we heard part of a description from the table beside us. 3. Asked the waiter what he recommended- and went with his #1 pick - pork osso bucco. Listen, I am a meat lover. I was up for a delicious protein. First day of summer menu. What came to the table was a beautiful shank of pork. However, the skin, instead of crispy was Impenetrable. We were served a large bone that we had to fight for meat, and a mound of dry mashed potatoes. No sauce, no veggies, no streak knife. I was so disappointed I didn't eat. I literally left hungry. I wanted to be helpful with kind feedback on something they just rolled out that day. Our feedback was met with an "ok." No, "can I bring you a dessert, can I bring you anything else, what can do so you don't leave hungry." There are very few places on this app that I I don't anticipate revisiting. Unfortunately, this will be one of them. read more

Cured Restaurant - Charcuterie - Steakhouses Near Me - Louisville, Kentucky

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Food and service were excellent. The space is beautiful. We celebrated a birthday and they were very kind and helpful. Just a great spot read more

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The service was 5 ! We were given detailed explanations on all the meats and cheeses on the charcuterie board we chose and our server was extremely kind and helpful. She always made sure our wine and waters were refilled! The ambience is fantastic and the restaurant itself truly beautiful! The charcuterie board we chose was good but I would have appreciated some nice baguette with it or some more crackers. In total we received three crackers each. The meats were tasty and so was the cheese. I am looking forward to trying one of the entrees in the future. read more

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Hands down the T-bone steak I got was the best steak I ever had. I been to every steak place in Louisville, I've had a $250 tomahawk steak in Nashville but their t-bone is insane. The most tender meat, it was tearing it apart with just a fork! The service was great and loved the atmosphere. It was a bit cold in there but it was also freezing outside. That's my only complaint read more

Delicious food and a cool atmosphere. In my opinion, Cured is already one of Louisville's best restaurants. I will admit, I didn't know what to expect before our Saturday night reservation at Cured. The website is actually somewhat misleading; it doesn't include all the food or bar options, and it left me wondering what type of restaurant Cured is trying to be. They seemed to brand themselves as part cured meats, part cocktail bar, part steakhouse, and part Spanish Tapas. Thankfully, now I can clarify: Cured delivers delicious meats and cocktails. That's the brand. While they offer other items, it's their meats, their cocktails, and their service that will keep you coming back. We started with cocktails. I had a delicious Manhattan. My friends were very happy with their old fashioned cocktails and margaritas. We ordered the Cured Charcuterie Platter for 4. It was large and included about 80% meat, 15% cheese, and 5% fruit & pickles. We thoroughly enjoyed all of it. The wine list is not high priced. But, the wines pair very well with the food on the menu. We had a bottle of the Sargon and everyone enjoyed it. We then shared a large and delicious Caprese Salad. The mozzarella cheese and the tomatoes were super fresh and tasty. We also shared the Cassuelette. It was a warm, thick white bean stew with pork, ham, chorizo, and chicken. One of the guests in our group called it his favorite dish of the night. We also split the 20 ounce Ribeye, which I would highly recommend. The steak was cooked to a perfect medium rare and had a nice char on the outside. It was really good. We tried the crème brûlée and the chocolate ganache cake for dessert (it was, after all, a birthday dinner). Both were very good. I recommend Cured for any special dinner you may have. I can't wait to go back. read more

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Chef was rude about correcting undercooked steaks.. unacceptable especially while having important business meals during the Derby.

We went early on a Friday night. There were 3 people in my party. We ordered appetizers and drinks without a problem. Out of the three we ordered, I would recommended the ouso bucco empanadas. We noticed that there were 3 other tables in the whole restaurant. One of our entrees can to the table. As we waited over 10 minutes for the other two entrees, two other tables got their food before we did. At that point we decided to check out and leave. We have never been to a restaurant that couldn't handle 4 tables and deliver food out at the same time. Hell, I can time my meals out better at my own home. What a disappointment!! read more

Great service. Great atmosphere. Very accommodating for our large group and the food was cooked to perfection. Defiantly going back for a date night. read more

Best steak, amazing cocktails, and an outstanding chef. Absolutely coming back, the ambience is incredible too! read more

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We had dinner here Saturday night for my birthday. It's got a great feel and vibe. Upscale but not snooty. The charcuterie board was amazing. Our group of six all had plenty with the option labeled for four. But it was an appetizer for us. The main course for me was a tomahawk steak. I had never had one but always wanted to try it. It's not an inexpensive choice by any means but it was a special occasion. It was the best steak that I have ever tasted! Service was excellent. The server was always there just when you needed her but never seemed to be hovering. Overall it was a great night out if on the spendy side. read more

Cured Restaurant - Tomahawk steak. - Steakhouses Near Me - Louisville, Kentucky

Had a wonderful dinner at this beautiful restaurant! Husband and I sat at the bar and enjoyed a couple delicious old fashioneds. We got the cured plate for 2 and were originally also going to order entrees, but when The Cured came, everything on it was so amazing that we ended up ordering a second one instead, along with a few extra slices of our favorite meats. We are visiting Louisville again in October and are very excited to take our friends here for dinner read more

Top notch charcuterie board with all house cured meat. High level of expertise in curing, resulting in some really tasty meats. Service was spot on, with detailed descriptions of all of the meats on their charcuterie board. The size of the charcuterie board was perfect for two people. The pistachio gelato was a perfect ending to our dinner. read more

Throughly enjoyed my dinner here tonight! My husband and I had heard of it and had been wanting to try. The restaurant is on the smaller side so reservations are likely needed. My husband ordered their old-fashioned. He had first ordered their specialty old1fashioned and he was told they couldn't make it tonight(?). We ordered béchamel croquettes that were delicious. Crunchy on the outside, very soft and creamy on the inside with a hint of ham. We also ordered Something in the appetizer list that they didn't have. Afterwards we enjoyed our entrees. I had the beef osso buco. So tender and delicious with very little fat. It has a nice gravy to pour over it along with some creamy polenta (rather on the plain side). My husband had the carbonara. This was different than others we'd had. Very rich. Very cheesy. The pasta was perfectly al dente. The cheese was sharp and the sauce plentiful, which almost led to the richness being "too much". He was not quite able to finish. We declined dessert to save the calories! All in all a great meal. Minus a star for not having two items available from the menu. I'm sure they'll get it back on our next visit! read more

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We had a great date night meal at CURED this past week. Definitely a romantic vibe. I was particularly impressed with the charcuterie appetizer, a cured meats-focused board with fig marmalade, cheeses, stuffed olives, and fruits. They had just gotten their bourbon in that day I was told, and the old fashioned was recommended from the cocktail list. It was okay. Our server and the restaurant staff were attentive and kind, and the small details in our meal and restaurant ambiance were delightful. The Osso Buco entree wasn't up to the quality standard I would have expected, feedback that the chef quickly acknowledged and offered a new entree, which I appreciated very much. I feel like this spot, once fully up and running, will easily achieve a 5-star rating. For now we'll go with a solid 4 as the menu appears to still be getting worked out. I'll be back for sure. read more

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The service and food were amazing! The atmosphere was very nice. Staff were very attentive. Food had very nice presentation. read more

Cured Restaurant - Cured board - Steakhouses Near Me - Louisville, Kentucky

Pork chop was incredibly tough - even to cut into. Flavor profiles were good with a smoked sauce underneath. Not a tender piece of meat in the least bit. Wife's carbonara was fantastic with homemade noodles. The Cured charcuterie board was also fantastic. Service and ambience were very good. read more

Cured Restaurant - Smoked Pork Chop and Carbonara. - Steakhouses Near Me - Louisville, Kentucky

I loved everything about this restaurant. It was out first time here and the staff was sooo friendly and explained everything very well. We tried the Beef Carpaccio, Steak Tartare and croquettes as appetizers. We didn't even have time to take pictures of the beef carpaccio haha but everything was beyond delicious. Congratulations to the chef! As entree we ordered filet mignon and pasta alla putanesca. Delicious!! read more

Cured Restaurant - Croquettes - Steakhouses Near Me - Louisville, Kentucky

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Just delicious. We have been several times and the food, drinks, and service are always top-notch. One of our favorite restaurants.

We came here for brunch with my in-laws for my husband's birthday. First things first, this place is gorgeous. The deep green at the bar and the deep brown leather look flooring is just stunning. I want to preface this review by saying that we will be trying this restaurant again, just not for brunch. The service was OK but it was pretty clear that the end of brunch was near and the server was ready to leave. We all had water with a tea for me (bottled Pure Tea which I was not thrilled about) and my husband had a Diet Coke (again, with the can right at the table) and the presentation didn't match the setting. The brunch menu is very small and doesn't seem to be a big focus for the restaurant. Fair enough. A couple of us chose sandwiches which we all enjoyed but they came with standard crinkle cut fries. I really expected fresh cut fries for the price point so that was a disappointment. My niece had the ham empanadas and enjoyed those. My husband had the board for 2 and devoured it. All in all, brunch wasn't impressive but again, we will be back. I really want to try their dinner! read more

Really romantic atmosphere and very modern decor. The steak was delicious and so flavorful. I really enjoyed it. Great presentation too as they lit a rosemary branch on fire when it came out. The mashed potatoes on the other hand, were hard and dry and tasted like nothing. We should have sent them back because no one ate them after one taste. The oxtail presentation was pretty bad. I get that oxtail is a unique texture and can be hard to make pretty but it was thrown on a plate and looked incredibly unappetizing. The price point seems high as well considering the entrees don't come with any side dishes. Food quality, presentation, and value for money here need improvement. I think if I came back, I would just get drinks and appetizers. read more

This restaurant has some unique and delicious items. Although they were out of some, we had a scrumptious charcuterie m, the Bella. Sandwiches that no one wanted to share because they were too good. They seemed a little short on staff on a Friday night and the front door is tucked to a side so it's hard for the staff to notice a walking in guest. The decor was quite impressive from the furniture to the wallpaper. It seemed they guessed stayed a long while too. read more

We had a very disappointing visit to Cured over the weekend. When you are paying top dollar for a quality dinner and each steak was poorly cooked, it's very unsatisfactory. Each bite of the Bistecca Alla Fiorentina was a different temperature. We ordered Medium Rare, but the outside was well done and the inside was between rare and raw as it was barely cooked at all. I guess the chef either started with an ice cold steak, or had no idea what he was doing and just cooked it unevenly. We also ordered the Ribeye Steak Medium Rare. It came out as raw as can be. Even our server was appalled and we sent it back. The steak that came back was 50% fat and about 1/2 the size of the first steak that came to the table. Yes, I know ribeyes are a fatty cut but this was a disgrace. To top things off, only one of the pasta dishes were even offered. This was disappointing as we had wanted to try the Carbonara, but it wasn't even available. For what it's worth, we had 6pm reservations so it's not like this was late night. They were just unprepared. read more

Had a wonderful family meal here. The charcuterie was fantastic. The meats, cheeses and jam were all dericious and one of the better boards I have had anywhere. Libations were all great- I had the fat washed old fashioned and it did not disappoint. Fam enjoyed all their entrees. I had the pork chop and it was one of the best I have ever had. Was cooked perfectly and had so much flavor. The space is great. Open and swanky. Service was excellent. Very friendly and spot on recommendations. What a great addition to the Louisville food scene. We will definitely be back. read more

I stopped at Cured to try the Lychee martini. I have been to a couple of Louisville restaurants looking for a Lychee martini and Cured has been the only place that makes them. The restaurant is very small. I went on a Saturday night, and it was crowded. I had to wait to sit at the bar. The menu is very limited. I tried the Bechamel Croquettes. The croquettes were very good and the sauce that they drizzle on top makes it even better. If you plan on going, make reservations. read more

Cured Restaurant - Lychee martini - Steakhouses Near Me - Louisville, Kentucky

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Slow service Nice ambiance but slow like that's the main problem. I need more to tel you. Ok parking bad also. read more

Oh dear, not what we were expecting. Very visually pleasing place and good service, but that's about it. The menu is odd and really came away feeling like we had just spent a lot of money and didn't come away feeling satisfied at all. We bumped into some friends there who also came away feeling like it was lacking substance. Too bad. Hope they get the menu together and make it. read more

Going to Cured is always something I look forward to. I have been here on date night, dinner with friends, family parties, you name it. It is my go to for a relaxed ambiance with warmth all over. I always request Susana, she makes the experience more amazing than it already is. Very knowledgeable and friendly. We love coming here! For drinks I recommend an old fashioned, it's their specialty. For food you really can't go wrong but my personal favorites are the steak tartare or ossobucco empanadas and my absolute TOP CHOICE is the oxtail. I love it here! read more

If you like delicious food, good drinks, and great vibes then Cured restaurant is the place for you! come hungry so you can have an amazing charcuterie board while you wait for your ribeye that's been aged to perfection! read more

Went there for the first time. Greeted warmly by staff. We were early so we sat at the bar and got cocktails. I had their take on the Manhattan and it was really good, my wife got the Lavender Gin & Tonic something I really don't care for but they did it nice and refreshing. I'd get that on a hot day! The ambiance is upscale casual hipster. The cure all their own meats so it's a little smoky in the room. We finished our cocktails and had a bottle of wine. All their wines on the menu are by the glass but you can get a bottle. Not a lot of information on the wines and a very limited availability. We shared the Bruschetta appetizer and for the price, it was a let down compared to everything else we had so far. I got the Cassoulet and it was a smaller sized portion and it was okay, not one I'd go back for. My wife got the Ossobuco and it was very good. Would definitely recommend that dish. Everything is a little on the pricey side but good. Staff is excellent! Cocktails are excellent! Just need a little work on the wine list. read more

Cured Restaurant - Ossobuco - Steakhouses Near Me - Louisville, Kentucky

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What a cool spot! I loved looking out the windows and seeing the ppl on the streets nearby! Everything we had was delicious! The ambience of this place was absolutely amazing tho!! read more

Went for dinner. A very knowledgeable and friendly staff. Unique cocktails. A great unique experience in general. Have been in the area less than a week and gone back a second time. Amazing charcuterie board and other entrees read more