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    Drift Bar

    3.8 (16 reviews)
    Closed • 4:00 pm - 1:00 am (Next day)

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    DRIFT BAR ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Live music
    Happy hour specials
    Outdoor seating

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    Marcie N.

    Definitely a vibe.... The bartenders are so friendly and suggested the best drinks. I wished I found this lil gem at the start of the summer.

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    Holly T.

    I love this little spot. Nice addition to the river and something different. Although, I've only visited during the day while on the river, this place is accessible by both boat or land. Currently they do not serve food (unless that changed since I was last there) but plan to. I've had a couple of their specialty drinks... a slushy and a cocktail. Can't remember the names of them but they were tasty, refreshing, and strong. Great spot for socializing or meeting up with some friends on the river. And when food is available, it will be even better. Staff has been friendly on my visits.

    Such a cool atmosphere! Outside, sunshine, water, and adult beverages...nothing better! Had a frozen concoction...loved it! Good music!

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    3 years ago

    Great casual place for cocktails by the river. Almost feels like we are somewhere else besides Louisville.

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    3 years ago

    Great spot and also great owners and staff. Couldn't recommend a better place to get a drink when the weather is nice out.

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    “Although, I've only visited during the day while on the river, this place is accessible by both boat or land.”

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    Harbor & Hops

    3.7(186 reviews)
    6.5 mi
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    Before a movie, we stopped in for a quick sip. Service was friendly! They do get busy sometimes…read moreexplaining beers to others, so a little patience is needed. I really enjoyed the hazy IPA I had. I was a little surprised that they currently didn't have any sours--I feel like that's such a summer seasonal vibe! Overall, a great spot to stop at before a night time viewing!

    Made a stop at one of our favorite spots as we rotate dining areas and places…read more It was a beautiful day out and tables were available outside. The sun bright and warm as it slowly set in the west. Lucy was our waitress, relatively new; she was kind, polite and helpful. When she didn't know something she had it checked out. We ordered a few drinks; I ordered a side salad with balsamic dressing ( good taste). For entrees we had the vodka plate, with slaw and sidewinder fries. The sidewinders are always good, especially fresh. I had the wings with side voo-doo sauce. She Mentioned it had a bit of a kick to it. The fish, slaw and fries were all good. My wings were good tasting and nice portion. The voo doo sauce was just right for me; hot, but not that hot it took the taste away. We struck up a conversation with a stranger from Nashville who was here for work. It's nice that people can be outgoing and have a nice side conversation Nice day, nice restaurant, good food, staff and a new acquaintance; doesn't get much better.

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    Harbor & Hops - Beer Kegs in the hallway!! Gotta love it.

    Beer Kegs in the hallway!! Gotta love it.

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    Parlay Sports Bar

    4.5(23 reviews)
    25.8 mi

    We came with a group of six for lunch at Patlay after seeing great reviews on Yelp. The sports bar…read morein downtown Shelbyville is upscale, fairly large and immaculate inside. TV monitors were playing various sporting event. Photos of race horses are arranged on the walls. Service was very friendly and attentive. Beverages and food came out quickly. We shared a basket of the fried pickles. We have been trying fried pickles where ever we eat and we all agreed that these were the best fried pickles. The pickles were crispy and the breading was light. I had two pulled pork tacos. The pork filling was generous and delicious. I loved the pickled onions and sprinkle of cheese on top. These were good tacos. My husband had the Fish Dinner composed of two battered cod pieces and a mountain of fries. He loved his fish and I ate half of his fries. We found free parking on a side street. Parking is at a premium. Restrooms are clean

    This is our second time in this time for lunch and on a major college football day. For a sports…read morebar this place definitely has what you want when you come to watch a game. My only downside here is there is no game day specials to really draw people in. Also note that it is al a carte so all entree items are the sandwich/wrap by themselves around ($12-$15) then the sides are all $4 per item. It does add up quickly and I do wish they had more options of combo meals. A burger and fries for almost $20 is a heavy hit for lunch. The food however is really delicious, getting refills was a bit slow but our server was really sweet!

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    Parlay Sports Bar - Crispy chicken sandwich and fries with a crisp Mountain Dew.

    Crispy chicken sandwich and fries with a crisp Mountain Dew.

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    4.4(332 reviews)
    13.5 mi•West Main, Downtown
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    Absolutely the finest bourbon distillery available The bar…read moreis great and filled with tasty aperitifs and drinks for every palate Their snacks stinks mostly salty crackers and sort Needs to change But the opportunity Of filling myself for a special bottle was well worth it Knowledgeable attendees

    TLDR: The ultimate cocktail lounge experience on the Bourbon Trail. Skip the tour if you're burnt…read moreout and just belly up to the gorgeous top floor bar for world class drinks and free corn nuts. My group of four decided to wrap up our epic Bourbon Trail weekend at Michter's Fort Nelson Distillery right before heading to the airport. Having already hit six other distilleries over the weekend, we were completely "toured out" and opted to bypass the standard distillery tour. Instead, we headed straight upstairs to the bar and it was the best decision. We happened to visit right at the start of Derby week, so the entire building was alive and buzzing. Because of the festivities, they were highlighting their own rendition of the Derby fan favorite Mint Julep. I had to get one, and it did not disappoint. It was well crafted, perfectly balanced, and served in the classic, frost chilled sterling silver cup. Easily one of the best Juleps I've ever had. The bar area itself is beautifully appointed, sitting on one of the top floors of the historic building with a great atmosphere. A massive bonus: they offer patrons free bar snacks. The seasoned corn nuts were an absolute hit at our table, to the point where we had to ask for seconds (and they happily obliged!). Service was fantastic from start to finish. Despite the Derby week crowds, our water glasses were never empty and the cocktails came out incredibly fast. Whether you are doing a full day of tours or just want a world class drink in a stunning setting, Michter's is a phenomenal addition to any Louisville itinerary.

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    Michter's Fort Nelson Distillery - The bar at Michter's

    The bar at Michter's

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