Was staying nearby and this place was recommended. I can see why. Great menu, cool drinks, fun vibe. Stopped by for lunch on a Sunday. The server suggested the brisket. It didn't quite live up to the hype. The meat was inconsistently tender and was a bit more fatty than I wanted. I'd probably try something else next time. Yummy fries. Service was super friendly. Kitchen took a little while but it was Sunday so we can give them a pass. read more

Doc Crow's - Brisket. - Southern Near Me - Louisville, Kentucky

Pumpkin spice whiskey sour....enough said. . We also got deviled eggs, oysters, chicken, and shrimp/grits. All delicious. Great service. Great divey atmosphere. read more

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Everything about my dinner was great. The biscuit sandwich was delicious as were the chips. The side house salad was delicious, with greens (not just iceberg!) and a yummy tomato vinaigrette dressing. It's hard to find a restaurant with vegetables so I consider this a win! read more

I was so pleased with my first visit to Doc Crow's I took my wife for a quick dinner before a play at the Performing Arts Center. This time, I took my own advice, and made a reservation. Luckily, I was told they could "squeeze" us in. BS. When we arrived, there were dozens of tables & booths available. Our server, Janean, was prompt, patient, and knew the menu inside and out. We ordered some drinks while looking over the menu. Since Doc Crow's hangs it hat on Smoked meats we decided to split a BBQ Sampler and a Wedge Salad. We subbed onion rings for their house chips (which I found overly salted on my first visit). BTW, apparently, Doc Crow's isn't aware BBQ and Smoked are not interchangeable terms. The wedge salad was standard fare ... large enough to share. Plenty of dressing (we had it served on the side) along with blue cheese crumbles, bacon & diced tomatoes. The BBQ Sampler was disappointing. The pulled pork was buried in greasy fried onion strings. We almost didn't see the pork until we pushed the onions aside. The brisket was relatively lean and the chicken portion was a full half ... thigh & leg, breast & wing. We ordered the chicken "roasted" which I thought was a strange description for something smoked. And while the onion rings were crip and not greasy, $6 for about 5-6 onion rings was steep. (You save a buck on a side upgrade - so it was an extra $5). Now, I'm not a smoked meat expert by any means, but I certainly expected more "smoke" in the flavor of the brisket and certainly the chicken. In fact, to enter a restaurant that features smoked food, to not get a hint of smoke in the air is unusual. Doc Crow's must have a heck of a ventilation system ;). When I smoke at home, the entire neighborhood is knocking at my door. Look, I'd still return to Doc Crow's. But I'd skip the average BBQ - and go with something else. Their sandwiches & burgers look amazing, and I'd still be tempted to try the ribs. Unfortunately, my next visit won't be with my wife. She wasn't impressed. read more

Doc Crow's - BBQ Sampler plate - Southern Near Me - Louisville, Kentucky

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Second time here. I like the bar area better and the service at the bar is very good. Serious bourbon list that I recommend downloading to study and choose from before stepping foot in the place. Brisket sandwich was very good and the green beans were excellent. read more

Doc Crow's - 1 down thousands more to try! - Southern Near Me - Louisville, Kentucky

5 stars they made me a Sherly temple despite it not being on the menu the servers were nice and I got a burger it was really good they specificity listened to my order when I said cheese and cheese only servers are nice and make small talk the rest of my family enjoyed their meal. read more

Came here for lunch and a local brew. Sat at the bar for quicker service during a quiet part of the day. I had the DIXIE CHICKEN - Cajun-grilled chicken breast with lettuce, tomato, onion & mayo on a brioche bun with a side salad. Really enjoyed the meal. I have not been to Louisville in probably 25 years and the last time I was in town it would not have been downtown. Other than bourbon all over the place I cannot say I quite figured out the vibe here yet. Either way, coming into Doc Crow's made for a friendly start just a short walk of the hotel I checked into. read more

Doc Crow's - Southern Near Me - Louisville, Kentucky

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Definitely incredibly filling food that was extremely delicious. The ambiance was really nice and spacious. The Server did an incredible job. Doc's makes their own in house Kettle Chips that were extremely tasty. I also had the pleasure of eating fried green tomatoes, and a Stuffed Baked Potato with all the fixings. Highly recommend Doc Crow's all around. read more

Doc Crow's - Southern Near Me - Louisville, Kentucky

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My husband convinced me to go here... the food was mediocre at best and the atmosphere could best be described at overwhelmingly loud. Service was okay, but our server was clearly very busy. This place is filled with tourists who are okay with subpar food. Unfortunately we are not okay with it. Overall: we will not be back. read more

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The place is huge so there are dining rooms on two sides, plenty of room for big parties. Our server wasn't the best, it took a long time for her to come and we saw her twice the entire experience. Another server nearby was great! Dhe took our order and made sure we had what we needed. Shoutout to her for improving our experience. The food came out and I had The Bubba, my friend ordered 2 brisket sliders, collard greens, and the red skin mashed potatoes. We didn't know they'd come loaded but they were excellent. Overall, food was good. Service was ok for this visit and I'd come back. read more

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After a long day at the annual Equip Expo, I walked here for dinner and a refreshing beverage. I asked for a lager, but the waiter thought I said "water" and brought me a margarita basically. I guess when you ask for water in Louisville you're really asking for a margarita? :) no idea. But, the waiter comped the drink and got me my beer. The sandwich was juicy, but bland. I would have preferred extra flavor whether that be from BBQ sauce (there was no sauce on it at all) or in the seasoning. It definitely needed a little something to extra. I did, however, love the potato chips. They tasted baked, they were super crunchy and spicy! It was a total bar vibe, I sat at the bar as they were pretty packed at 9pm on a Tuesday. read more

Doc Crow's - Pulled Pork Sandwich - Southern Near Me - Louisville, Kentucky

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We were looking for something for lunch and I looked up the reviews on this page so we picked it. I was going for the tacos. When we went inside I almost missed it but watched the signage and keep going straight into the restaurant. We were greeted kindly and offered to sit at the bar or table. We picked a table and were led back. We passed the kitchen and the restroom down a hallway into a bright open area to our table. Josh was our waiter and was very knowledgeable about the area and restaurant. I ordered pork tacos, a salad and the bartender created a wonderful lemonello cocktail for me. My husband had oysters and ate one of my tacos. The tatol with his drink was around $70.00 with tip. After we ate we sat at the bar for some different scenery and again the bartender knocked it out of the park with a Bailey cocktail. Overall good stop. read more

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Doc, Stock, and Barrel Housed in a historic (1869) building, in DT Louisville's "Whiskey Row," that once housed a storage of assorted liquor barrels. After Prohibition, it became a paper warehouse before turning into Doc Crow's in 2011. The Good: *As mentioned above, it is a great location in Whiskey Row, which is clean and gorgeous, albeit touristy. *Our waiter, Zach C, was exceptional. Really knew the menu, was friendly without being annoying, and gave us just the right amount of visits. *With a menu of over ±2,000 (yes, you read that right), whiskies and bourbons, this place is a whisky-heads dream. *Derby Pie was nothing short of perfection. If you get nothing else out of this review, then I beseech you to just order this, and you'll thank me later. *The Braised Collards were terrific and worth the $2 upcharge. *As one would expect from a place like this, they made a damn, fine old-fashioned. *Carissa's oldest son enjoyed his fried pork chop, and I'll take his word for it as he's a bit of a foodie and a former culinary student. *Out of all their BBQ meats, the pulled pork had the best flavor, juciness, and smoke. The Meh: *Loved the crispiness of the Fried Green Tomatoes, but they desperately lacked seasoning that would've made a decent app into a terrific one. The Ugly: *Quite frankly, none of the BBQ'd meats were good. In fact, I'd say they were downright mediocre; the brisket was chewy and had zero smoke; the Baby Back Ribs were smokey and had good flavor but were dry as a bone; and the smoked Doc's Chicken was also overcooked and not very smokey. TLDR: Great service, mediocre food, and great location. Basically, it's a bit of an overpriced tourist trap. read more

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We ordered a loaded baked potato, mild wings, St. Louis style ribs, and chips. For drinks, we ordered the old fashioned and a sex by the bridge cocktail. Service: great. Our server was very attentive. We didn't have reservations and we were able to be seated quickly. We didn't have to wait long for food or drinks. Ambiance: classy. The bourbon display is remarkable. This place is great for date night, business meetings, or friendly outings. Food quality: okay. The food is decent. Would come here for the drink selection. read more

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Wow!!! Love this place!!! When you walk in, the whole place long, a lot larger than I thought when first walking in! It has a comfortable feeling with a bar and several tables. Not too dark but comfortable lighting. Our server was awesome! Knew the menu and was very helpful when selecting our choices for food. Oysters were fresh and VERY tasty! We had a few more apps and then some mains. Beef Short rib! YES! The food was all good and tasty, no complaints and came out of the kitchen in ample time! Now, let's talk drinks....... So I made the mistake of asking our server if he would mind listing what whiskeys / bourbons they had. Yeah, my mistake. lol He stared at me, smiled, cocked head to one side and said sir, we have over 1600 bourbons / whiskeys. He took us on a tour of the bourbon room. I was in heaven!!! This was a great dine and the tour was most awesome!!! Two thumbs up here!!! read more

Food and service were both horrible. There were only 4 tables including myself and 1 had already ordered. The waitress was sweet but not attentive to our needs. The first tables order sat at the kitchen window for several minutes and went unnoticed. After I ordered several minutes went by and what appeared to be my plate showed up at the window, then the next two tables food. Overall they sat there more than 10 minutes and the missing in action waitress pops up again there is no communication or organization to the kitchen and server. No bell. No buzzer. The kitchen staff saw us looking and they just shrugged their shoulders. On top of that the food was horrible. The hashbrowns and eggs tasted like a dirty grill. The brisket which they are known for was tough even though it had a generally good flavor. Overall blah and do no recommend. Also, even at breakfast time it is dimly lit like a nightclub could not even read the menu without squinting. read more

Doc Crow's - Farmers Breakfast - Southern Near Me - Louisville, Kentucky

Such a great place right on Whisky Row in downtown Louisville! I've never seen it not be busy, so be prepared to wait a bit for a table. I'm not sure if they have call-ahead seating or reservations, but it's still worth the wait. Their bourbon selection is incredible, as one would expect from a spot on the Row, and their food is delicious! I was in town for a trade show and came here for dinner twice; once by myself and once with coworkers. The first time, I set at the bar and snagged a seat immediately. We put our name in for a table the second time, but ultimately found a small table by the bar. For the first dinner, I had a neat pour of their Yellowstone Barrel pick, which was super flavorful with some black pepper notes and plenty of "fire" going down. For my meal, I had the brisket. It was juicy and perfectly smoked with the exact meat and fat ratio that makes brisket so delicious. For my second dinner here with coworkers, I had Doc's Hot Fried Half Chicken. It was battered to perfection and had a bit of a spice kick, but I was expecting hotter! It was still very good. It was a bit hard to manage at our small table, but I ensured I had plenty of napkins on hand. Great food, great service, and super yum food items! read more

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We decided to try Doc Crow's based on the reviews, but unfortunately, it turned into a really disappointing experience. We ordered the Smokehouse Sampler, expecting it to showcase the best of what they offer. Instead: * The ribs were tough, dry, and didn't come off the bone easily. * The brisket was practically hidden under a pile of onions and pickles. We got maybe three paper-thin slices (about an ounce total), and they were dry as could be. Oddly, they charge extra for the lean cut, but I can't imagine how the dried-out brisket we received could be any leaner. * The pulled pork was buried under more fried onions than actual pork--honestly, the onions outweighed the meat. * The andouille sausage and chicken were okay, but nothing memorable. We also asked if the green beans were fresh, and our server said yes--but they were clearly canned or frozen, just reheated that day. As for the atmosphere, the dark room where we were seated made it hard to see. I get that they were going for a whiskey bar vibe (and the walls lined with bottles are admittedly impressive), but from a dining perspective it was not enjoyable. Overall, it was sad and disappointing--especially for a place branding itself as a smokehouse. Based on this experience, I wouldn't recommend it. read more

This place was fabulous and we ordered the half a chicken that was deep-fried in a chili sauce. I got the barbecue potato chips and my husband upgraded to the baked beans, and it was all cooked perfect and fabulous! Virginia our waitress, she was absolutely delightful. She made the best old fashions that we have had on our trip. Maybe the bartenders from Wisconsin need to come take lessons, lol. I WOULD RECOMMEND read more

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I'm so torn on this review because while I enjoyed the food at the time, I'm also fairly certain that I got food poisoning as this was the only meal that I shared with the one other friend on our trip to Louisville who also got sick within 24 hours of eating here. We split the Dixie Southern fried chicken sandwich with Swiss and a side of fries and I'm afraid it was likely the culprit that kept me in the bathroom for 6 hours. I'm not one to hold a grudge though and I'd still come back in the future as it was likely an off day but I'd probably order something else. On the plus side though, I enjoyed my mint julep lemonade! read more

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I was in town for a work trip, and I happened to have heard of this place from this "The Most Yelp-Reviewed Restaurant in the Biggest City of Every State" list! Doc Crow's didn't leave me starstruck, but I did had a great dinner with great, friendly service, with a lot of options that I would expect would be offered in Louisville. For apps we shared the Smok'n Wings (1/2 Southern White and 1/2 BBQ Sauce) and Fried Okra. I ordered a Fried Catfish Po Boy. I enjoyed the Doc's Remoulade on the French bread, but I wish some more was smothered on the catfish itself. I am assuming the batter that covered the Catfish had cornmeal because it was the crunchiest "fried" I've ever experienced. On the other hand, it was dry, and could have used that Remoulade. It was a HUGE piece of catfish but almost too much that it didn't fit well in the French bread until I cut some of it. Overall still good, and I ordered it with a side of green beans, which were FANTASTIC. The green beans were steamed and buttered, and had pork bits which were delish. My colleague ordered The Bubba, which left him STUFFED. but it looked as good and incredible as it sounds on the menu - the type of dish to be part of an eating challenge! I didn't partake in drinks but my colleagues had some whiskeys and beers, and thoroughly enjoyed. This was also a spot super convenient to the hotel, which also made it ideal. Given the VERY extensive Whiskey list and many other Southern classic dishes on the menus, Doc Crow's is a spot worth checking out when you're in Louisville! read more

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This whiskey selection here is off the chart! Unbelievable! Food was great and speed of service was quick and efficient. Nice job!

We had reservations for 4:00 this last Friday, February 27th. We arrived about 8 minutes early. When we checked in the restaurant was quiet. There were three or four staff present at the check stand and three tables of diners seated with meals. The man who seemed to be in charge was apparently put out that we arrived early. He seemed genuinely annoyed. It wasn't intentional. We weren't trying to get in early. We just wanted to make sure we arrived on time. Parking isn't always the best downtown. He proceeded to tell us they were busy and we would have to wait until 4. It was no big deal but his tone suggested otherwise. So we sat down and visited with our company we brought specifically to Doc Crow's from out of town. We had talked up for days how good the food and service is at Doc Crow's. We were not off to a good start. At 4:06 we were taken to our table in the "busy" restaurant. I am attaching pictures of how busy it was. Our waitress was obviously not thrilled with being there. We had our appetizer before our drink order arrived... tea and soda. (We did have water before our soft drinks arrived.) We could see the wait station from our table. At one time there were five wait staff there conversing and carrying on. When our drinks finally came I had to hand them down the table, though there was no one sitting around our table in the middle of the floor. The same thing happened when our food arrived. The waitress was business only and handed me the dishes of food to distribute to the table. We were all a bit surprised by this. It felt like we were an inconvenience. On a good note! As always the food was FANTASTIC! My husband had the gumbo. I had the Dixie Chicken sandwich which is hands down the best sandwich I've ever eaten! The fried green tomatoes were excellent. The homemade chips are addicting. Our waitress didn't really check on us until it was time to pay. I don't recall being asked if we wanted to order dessert. We went elsewhere for that. My husband and I visit Doc Crow's every couple of weeks. We are there quite often. We entertain many guests from out of town and make it a point to take them to places we consider noteworthy in Louisville. Usually we have the best, friendliest wait staff and overall good experiences with Doc Crow's. This was rather disappointing. I really hope it was a one off. It was just unusual that it started at the front with our reservation and arrival and continued with our waitress. We attempted to engage her and be enjoyable patrons. We still tipped well because all of us at the table have worked in food service and it could have just been a bad day. Needless to say we were bummed with our service. read more

Doc Crow's - More busy dining room photos. - Southern Near Me - Louisville, Kentucky

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We arrived in Louiseville and we're looking for a good meal. We chose this restaurant based on a local recommendation. There were several holiday parties the night we visited so the restaurant was very loud. We had a hard time having a conversation. We had fried green tomatoes as an appetizer, a spicy margarita and an old fashion. These were all good. Due to the noise and wanting to eat quickly, we ordered side dishes and single sliders. Thesecwere delivered to our table quickly and were good as well. I hate we were really ready to get out of there or we would have ordered bigger meals. read more

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The atmosphere was nice, and I really liked the look and setup of the restaurant. Our server was very friendly, though it was clear she was busy, as check-ins were less frequent. It took over 30 minutes for our food to arrive, and about half of it was only lukewarm. The pulled pork was a bit dry and wasn't served with sauce, and the salmon portion was very small--closer to half a serving. Overall, it was an okay experience, but not a top choice for me. read more

Doc Crow's is a nicer spot to grab a drink, if you can find a spot at the bar, or a bite. The atmosphere is welcoming and the food is tasty! We (a group of 6) came for an early-ish dinner and had to only wait a few minutes for a table. Seated in the rear dining room we settled in and had a few drinks while perusing the menu. This is where we struggled because there are more than a few delicious sounding items from which to choose. After receiving some help from our friendly waitress we did not have to wait too long for our food to arrive. What delighted us were the decent portion sizes and the flavors; everyone enjoyed everything! Opting out of dessert, we left feeling we'd got our money's worth. Doc Crow's is a solid spot to have a meal. Their offering, on all facets, is one that you'll enjoy. read more

Delicious! Hot 1/2 chicken, loaded mashed potato with brisket, and two kids meals ordered. Food was amazing! I ordered broccoli along with the kids meals and it came with its own garlic sauce. Ordered a cider and local draft. Everything so good and our waitress gave great recommendations! Our area we ate in was cool too. Huge window. Lots of space. Great for families and kids! read more

Lousy . Unprofessional. Lied 2 . Cheated out of pay. I would never recommend him 4 anything

We came in a Wednesday night and had reservations. It was pretty busy but we were quickly seated. They have a large variety of bourbons here and we got an angels envy taster for starters with 4 different angels envy varieties. We also ordered a few appetizers. We got the steamed shrimp and they were really good. Other parties got the oysters Rockefeller and they said they were ok. I will give credit to our server, whom I told about my garlic allergy and she went to the kitchen to find out exactly what I could and could not have. I got the pulled Pork. Our meals came out and all of our food was cold. Not sure why but we ate and the food was delicious, just wished it would have been warmer. We had a few desserts and they were very good. I give the management good marks as they listened to our concerned about the cold food and they took some items off our bill which was appreciated. It's a cool place with a good feel so I would visit again. Many thanks to our server who did an amazing job . read more

Looking for local flavor in downtown Luvul, so we found Doc Crow's and had a nice time. It's a lovely venue and deceptively large. Comfy, casual surroundings with wall menu board featuring their bourbon selections. Clean restrooms. Innovative menu that combines some southern classics with a full bbq entree list. Some of the highlights; St. Louis ribs, bright and flavorful and a generous portion. Greens; surprisingly fresh for the beginning of winter and not oversweetened, just simple and fresh. And the derby pie, a Lville classic served a la mode. One item missed the mark; shrimp and grits. Way too much broth/sauce. This really affected flavor and texture, just not shrimp and grits like I've ever had, and in comparison to everything else on the menu, just below the mark. This needs reengineered. Excellent service that met all our needs. Overall, a very nice dinner at an establishment with plenty of character. Do try. read more

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A bit tardy in writing this review but we hosted a group of very close friends Doc Crow's 2nd floor private room just after the Derby. The room was fantastic and Kevin did an absolutely amazing job of keeping us well lubricated and coordinating the service team from appetizers through dinner. I was a bit concerned at the start that one person could manage a group our size (20 people) but he was ahead of the curve the entire evening with great service, engaging personality and quick smile. The food was outstanding as well, although I must say those portions blew any semblance of a diet right out the window! We did our best to clean our plates and enjoyed every bite. Tori did a great job of coordinating and helping plan the evening.... a wonderful experience all around. read more

So so at best. The restaurant is large and inviting but the fried pickle appetizer arrived cold. Food was fine - the braised greens were definitely the star of the show. read more

Great barbecue in downtown Louisville. Perfect for stopping off if spending the day on Whiskey Row. We got the pulled pork plate and the tacos and both were amazing! read more

Such a fun spot for great BBQ and all the bourbons one could ever want (but also a decent beer and wine list if you're not feeling bourbon). The appetizers were excellent, and while my brisket was slightly dry, it was still really flavorful but the house baked beans were the star of the dish. Excellent flavor all around - can't wait to go back. read more

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Because the reviews seemed positive, and since it was a short walk, we decided to try this place. Sorry we did. The waitress was not particularly attentive. Our table, which wobbled, spilled water from our glasses all over the table & floor. When. we pointed it out to her, all she said was "gotcha". She did nothing . Another server provided us with some paper towels, and cleaned up the spill. When we saw the paper towel that was used to clean up the floor. We noticed it was filthy. The canned music was very loud and seemed totally out of place. We were seated in a long dark hallway, and felt as if we weren't really in a restaurant at all. The pulled pork WAS good, but I would not return. My partner, who ordered smoked chicken, tells me it was exceptionally dry. She left half of it because she just couldn't eat it. "Like eating cardboard." read more

Service was great for a party of 6. Food tasted very good. I had the shrimp and cheddar grits and my husband had pulled pork from the smoker that came with cornbread. The only reason I didn't give a 5 star is because my husband got maybe a 1/4 lb of pulled pork, which was his main course (with a small piece of cornbread), meanwhile, a friend at our table ordered a pulled pork sandwich and received way more pulled pork on her sandwich, which cost her $16, than my husband's less than a 1/4 lb pulled pork that was $21. So I asked the server for more pulled pork, which she did bring out and didn't charge us extra for. I want to reiterate that our server was very attentive and we had no issues regarding our service but felt that some of the prices that were being charged did not reflect at all the amount of food that was received. I hate leaving a restaurant having spent a minimum of $25/person (after taxes) and still leaving hungry. Food wise I would visit again but would watch what I order to make sure I'm getting the amount of food for what I'm paying for. read more

Doc Crow's - Shrimp and Cheddar Grits - Southern Near Me - Louisville, Kentucky

Had an absolutely amazing experience at Doc Crow's. From start to finish it was great. I sat at the bar. I kicked it off with some bourbon tasting of their special-to-them, and special made, Maker's Mark, and then proceeded with a flight of specialty bourbons. Please see picture. Delicious! I have my favorites from those but I won't share unless you wanna know. The food was great. I had the beef brisket dinner with a side salad. They make house made croutons! So good! The bbq sauce is on the sweeter side, so I simply asked for some hot sauce. I finished off my meal with the derby pie. Also a good choice. I was definitely not disappointed. I went on a Friday afternoon. Great ambiance and not too crowded. Nicole took care of me the whole time. Go out for some delicious eats and drinks and see her! read more

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The food was really good here. Definitely loved their barbecue sauce. The atmosphere is really cute. My only critique would be the service. The food took kinda long to come out, and it was hard to get our servers attention. But overall, I will say the food and drinks are worth it. read more

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It was all it's cracked up to be. Lively. Great service. Great food. Had the fried chicken which was delicious, after a bowl of gumbo. Didn't drink but they have an expansive Louisville bourbon selection. Great place. read more

Doc Crow's - Fried chicken and Fried Okra - Southern Near Me - Louisville, Kentucky

It's hard to beat dock crows for anytime you're downtown for a comedy show or sports game or concert. great barbecue great food and a great atmosphere read more