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    Darlings

    4.5 (53 reviews)
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    Closed 4:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)

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    Time & a Half
    Teah H.

    Finally made it in for a cocktail Friday night. This gin cocktail bar is located on Bardstown road. They offer a cocktail menu that with primarily gin options. Also offer a small beer & wine list. The large bar had plenty of bar stools. Also has booth & table seating. There are a few tables outside. I went with the Time & a Half cocktail. My drink was perfectly filled to the brim with cute hearts on the foam. I would describe it as a bee's knees sour. The honey & lemon taste was very strong... which I loved. My husband and I were both pleasantly surprised with how delicious this cocktail was. My husband went with an Old Fashioned. It was okay. He later admitted he should had just tried a gin cocktail. Cute location with a fun cocktail menu. We will be back.

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    Amanda B.

    Vintage vibes abound at Darlings. It's a great spot for an after-dinner drink or a romantic date. They have really fun and creative cocktails that are well-executed and on the lower end of pricing for the area. After we ordered, the service was a little lacking as no one checked in on us the entire rest of the time we sat at the bar, and it was pretty empty. But it was a sleepy, rainy night, and there was a shift change while we were there, so maybe it was a fluke cause the bartenders were all friendly. Still is a 5-star spot for me despite the lack of attentiveness. I'll definitely be back!

    Liz P.

    This place is fun, I'm visiting Louisville this weekend in town with my husband and some friends and we stopped by here after dinner. Most of their drinks are gin-forward, which is interesting in a bourbon town like Louisville. The first drink I got I actually didn't like very much, it was the Rumble in the Jungle - I prefer sweeter drinks and it tastes more bitter to me. My husband luckily ordered the Cabin Fever, which was delicious, and offered to switch drinks with me. For my second drink, I got The Hanging Garden, upon suggestion from the bartender, and that was much better. My friends ordered the Kombucha Cel-Ray, which definitely tasted like sparkling celery juice or something to me, and a few others. Be aware that even though they have tables, there's no table service - we had to go up to the bar to order drinks. They also pumped the music up a bit louder and lowered the lights around 8pm (we went today, on a Sunday) which was a little annoying. That being said, this was a cute place so I'd still return at some point.

    Brittany B.

    This is my new favorite cocktail spot in town. Absolutely adore every single drink and the bartenders always make the experience great. I wish there was more seating, though!

    Espresso martini x2
    Erika B.

    Lovely little cocktail bar. Our bartender was SO knowledgeable and put up with our dozens of questions about the menu. I got the Paging Dr Brown per his recommendation and couldn't have been happier. Also some of the best espresso martinis I've had. Note that it is small inside so seating is limited, however the barstools are extremely comfy!

    Chad M.

    Of all the gin joints...sorry, couldn't help myself! This is an exquisite gin joint though (and plenty of other cocktails too). Don't see many gin-forward bars in Kentucky, but I'm glad we have this one. Best gin and tonic in the city/state/most places I've been. House-made tonic with any number of gin options, always refreshing, always delicious. And if you like gin, I can't even pretend to count the varieties...never knew a eucalyptus gin could be life changing, and while I hate Bloody Marys, the tomato-infused gin martini one of the bartenders whipped up once was genuinely inspirational. To be clear, there are many non-gin drinks. So, if you don't like gin, give this spot a try...and maybe even try a gin drink! Service is exceptional. Bartenders know their stuff, are attentive, and will make you feel at home. Atmosphere, I love. First: no TVs. Music selection varies, but you'll need to actually talk to people (always fun), brood or otherwise sit quietly (nothing wrong with that!), or come with a friend (or friend). Nice Bohemian feel overall.

    Nice vibes. Ordered the Gertrude Gimble and the Hanging Garden.
    Wayne T.

    Darlings was a nice setting, but the service was awful and the welcome was as well. This yo7ng Latino woman had no character and looked as if she was mad at the world. They don't serve food but you can bring it in, but I would never go back to this place because the service and ambience was terrible. Get better servers

    Mallory R.

    I feel meh about darlings. It was packed on a Monday, idk if that's normal, but the one bartender was working his ass off. The menu had drinks that were not bourbon focused, so if you're really wanting bourbon cocktails this might not be your spot. It's a cute spot though for girls night or a date and there's plenty of seating.

    Moscow mule
    Kyle E.

    We snuck out for a date night on Saturday and decided to have a few drinks before dinner, and stopped by Darlings. It's a small bar with an older vintage vibe. They have several different seating options including chairs in the corner, bar stools (extremely comfortable) facing the street, at the bar and tables along the wall. When we arrived it was about half full, but by the time we left it was filling up. Very eclectic groups of patrons at the bar. The bartender was fantastic and made our cocktails with care and finesse. My husband ordered the old fashioned and I had a Moscow mule. I'd highly recommend the mule. I don't drink bourbon but my husband really enjoyed his drink too! I think it's just a bar and no food is served but it's a cool place to check out for drinks!

    Sean K.

    If you're looking for the rare, impressive and charming cocktail bar in Louisville, I highly recommend Darlings. The atmosphere is different in a really great way. The bartenders seem to have incredible attention to detail. When you get your drink, you won't feel like it's similar to a dozen other places. This is a truly unique place and well worth visiting several times. Don't make the mistake of passing this place up. It's a great place to relax with friends or a date. I know I'll be back soon!

    Kelsey P.

    This intimate gin bar is the perfect place to grab a drink before dinner or for a nightcap at the end of the evening. Every single cocktail on the menu that I've tried has been absolutely delicious, but if you want to go off-menu, the fine folks behind the bar can whip up whatever you throw at them - they're knowledgeable and good at their craft. I really can't get over the decor and cozy vibe at Darlings, either. I think dark emerald green is my new favorite color thanks exclusively to Darlings. If you're in the area or have a dinner reservation in the Highlands - do yourself a favor and come on over a little early so you can enjoy a cocktail at Darlings before you head out.

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    Great little spot with eclectic atmosphere. We had dirty martini's and they were delicious.

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    Ask the Community - Darlings

    Do they have outdoor seating?

    Yes there is outdoor limited sitting available. They usually have 2-3 tables, not much place but you can sit with small group and enjoy cocktails.

    What time is their happy hour?

    4 to 5 is what the bar tender told me. 1 dollar off cocktails

    Are you open on Mondays?

    Yes! They are open daily at 4 PM

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    Review Highlights - Darlings

    Mainly gin based, but they have a decent bourbon selection and some good beer options as well.

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    We're fans of Hauck's Corner, so when a family member decided to have her birthday lunch there we…read morewere up for a repeat visit. Same process, order and pay at the bar. Then when your "puck" lights up, get your order at the pickup window. Like all restaurants, Hauck's does some things better than others. Their burgers are excellent. If you're into smoked wings (I'm not), they're very good. Served hot, crispy, and not soggy. The sticky ribs appetizer were also excellent. I decided to try something other than a burger and went with the Big Brisket Dip. Smoked brisket, caramelized onions, cheese, horseradish aioli, and a side of au jus served on a hoagie bun. I added a side of steak fries. Hauck's nailed it. An excellent sandwich and crispy fries. I had hoped to take half home, but I just couldn't put the darn thing down. My wife ordered Dirty Nachos. They were a disappointment. Queso drenched chips? Nope. Black beans? Few and far between. A touch of pico. We added chicken (it was shredded). Some dry cheese (not melted). And a spicy aioli. Not at all what was described. The dish was so dry I thought it was designed to encourage ordering more beer to wash it down. Oh well, every time at the plate can't be a hit. One of the best things about Hauck's is the fun vibe. Lots of indoor/outdoor seating. Tons of games to keep little ones busy. And very pet friendly. We brought our Barkley, and he got to hang with two new friends, beautiful Collies.

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    This place is definitely worth a visit just to see it. Fun spot and a very cool vibe inside. This I…read morebelieve was our 7th stop on our tour of Louisville distilleries and bars. We had a couple cocktails in here and the service was excellent even though it appeared they were filled to capacity. There were 4 of us in our party and we were seated at a table in the corner near the bar. Was definitely a cozy spot with so many people being in there and the bar being full. I had The Holy Ghost cocktail and it was a pomegranate hibiscus sour, it had just the right amount of sour! I do not like bitter drinks and this one was good and easy to drink. My husband had a couple of dark beers, I do not remember which ones but he liked them. They had a nice outdoor area but it was a bit too cool for that but it may be worth a return in the Spring to check it out. Bathroom was also really cool as the decor and theme spilled over into it. We will be back.

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    4.3(49 reviews)
    2.2 miShelby Park

    Such a cute spot to go to! A dark green theme complimented by wooden features, from the booths and…read morebar area to the shelving for the alcohol. It's a very casual setting. They've got outdoor seating as well and a few things on their food menu. Since it was still HH, my friend and I opted for the deals: I got to aperol spritz while my friend got a martini. Refreshing! The staff is really friendly here. Very personable. Restrooms are also very clean. 2 stalls in the ladies room.

    Canary Club is technically a wine bar, but if you're not coming here for the cocktails, you're…read moredoing it wrong. This place has become one of my favorite cocktail spots in Germantown. There's a bartender named Yan who used to run this challenge where he'd make you a cocktail and only charge you if you liked it, he was really good at what he does. He's the one who introduced me to the Paper Plane, which is now one of my all-time favorite cocktails. I'm not sure if he's still there, but the other bartenders seem pretty good too. Just tell them what you're in the mood for and let them guide you. Here's what I got recently: The Dark Bar Princess: a must if you like something sweet and fruity. I'd say it's lime-forward with a strong pomegranate presence, and the gin completely disappears into it. Super refreshing and really easy to slam. Highly recommend this one. The Day Disco: a mezcal cocktail with a chili rim that brings real smokiness and heat. It's got a little sweetness to balance it out, but the mezcal is definitely there. I've never loved mezcal so this is just "pretty good". Monkey Drive shot: It smells and tastes artificial, like heavy fake banana, almost chemical. Not their strong suit. On the food side, I can definitely recommendthe Machada empanada for $6. Beefy, cheesy, and one of the best bar snacks they have supposedly. The bartender told me it's their biggest crowd-pleaser and I agree. Overall, would recommend this spot

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