Let's answer some questions…read more... DO I NEED A RESERVATION? I highly recommend it. Especially if you want to enjoy some of the more unique seating in the bar. WHERE IS IT???? Well, that's half the fun, isn't it? I will tell you, facing Louie the Troll, go east and keep your eyes open. My friends and I booked the fumoir which was a WONDERFUL surprise. Possibly the only spot in the bar that has proper doors. We each had a cocktail and got plenty of small bites. I got the Faraway Towns cocktail which was really yummy. They serve some pies, which we got the cheesecake and pecan, and those were crazy delicious. The lighting is quite dim, as expected, so please keep that in mind especially if your vision doesn't do well in such lighting. The whole experience was a lovely treat, HIGHLY recommend.

We tried walking in on a Wednesday and the host could not give us any time frame or promise…read moreanything but he said he would probably be able to make something work for us and give us a call. We were basically the only person on the list and we never got a call all night after waiting around and willing to go back immediately once he called us. I'm not really sure why he could not just offer to put us down in an open reservation time slot that was later. They definitely had some open, I was just hoping he'd be able to get us in earlier. We went back on Thursday because I really wanted to go. We made a reservation this time to be safe. When we got in, I saw how small it was so I understood us not being able to walk in the previous night. The ambiance was very cozy with dim lighting and I loved the couch seating. They had a call button to call over a waitress, and I have never seen that at any bar before. I thought it was a nice touch. Service was kind of slow but the drinks were really good.

Cute speakeasy inside the Omni. Pretty easy to find and great cocktails. Food was good, service was…read morea little patchy. Still worth grabbing a drink there after dinner.

My husband and I stopped by Blitzen the pop up bar at Pin and Proof. The decor was very festive…read more The holiday cocktail menu was cute with their holiday themed drink names. Seating was self service. Luckily it wasn't too crowded but I can see it getting a little busy. I had the Blitzen. It was a little too bitter for me. I will try something else next time. Hopefully to go back again before the holiday season ends

Not a bad spot. Like the speakeasy sort of feel...basement of an office building, but outdoor…read moresignage breaks that vibe a bit (not a slight to be clear, but lots of reviews say speakeasy and I consider it a term of art that is often overused...). Very much a dive bar feel with cocktail bar prices...and the drinks are worth it, just threw me off a bit! Live music is a big thing here if that's your thing, and if it's not, just time it to avoid it. Bartenders are awesome, they'll take good care of you and can make some damn fine drinks.

This place was way cool. Another place located in the basement and chill vibe. They have food,…read morebourbon and cocktails, and my husband had a few drinks. The lovely Lily was performing tonight, good voice/ covers, which had me staying longer than I anticipated. Staff is young, energetic and all very friendly. Crowd totally mixed and just a good time. Love the decor too!!

Sidebar At Whiskey Row never disappoints! Hands down one of the best burgers in town--cooked to…read moreperfection with high-quality ingredients. Loved the relaxed upscale vibe and the impressive whiskey lineup. Can't wait to come back next time I'm in town!

Wednesday Sept 23 I went to Pretty Nails at 6758 Bardstown I'd. Suh OK my tech of a few months gave…read moreme a fill in. The next one nail (my real nails) started chipping and broke off. I called her she told me to go back let one of the workers fix it. Went in, I asked who was available and their response was "we dont have time for you..Come back" Waited for a time; no response so I left..I called Suh and she had blocked me. I was in shock because she gave me her schedule, phone number, and already scheduled me for Oct appointment. There was no mean words exchanged not sure why she blocked. Maybe because I've given her more chances than I should have to get my nails right. All I get every time is a fill in..thats it She offered no refund. Just a block..She's at Sola Salon in Middletown on Thurs Fri and Pretty Nail in Fern Creek on Mon Tue Wed ..Bad Business..she stole my money and blocked me..my 1st review.. I'm guessing she was out of excuses as to why she couldn't perform what should be a simple fill in on me..Terrible nail Tech.

Gertie's has to be one of the most unique experiences I've enjoyed in Louisville in awhile! Having…read morebeen here (but also being something of a speakeasy expert!), I was shocked by the experience of both a magical, unique space and a tasty bar program. Amazing bar staff, and an elegant and somewhat shady decor complete the dichotomatic (new word) experience of this bar. I'll be back!

Did we go because it shares a name with my favorite house cat? Yes…read more Was Gertie's open when we came in? I am not sure. Do I regret anything? Absolutely not. Gertie's turned out to be an excellent find! Amazing drinks, great atmosphere, fantastic bites. Looks like they also have classes, which we may have accidentally walked in on. Service was top notch as well. Overall, highly recommended!

Attended an event here. The cigars were great, the drinks were great, but the FOOD was unreal. I…read moream local and want to purchase a membership soon. One of the owners took his time to educate me on cigars as well. It was a phenomenal experience.

Stopped in with a friend while visiting Louisville. Private club so need to prove you are from out…read moreof state - easy enough to do with a drivers license. Decent cigar selection and paired with a delicious Old Fashioned. Staff were attentive, the place was comfortable - what more can you ask for? A nice visit over all.

The bartenders there were very awkward and not friendly!!…read more The place itself is very beautiful and classy, I love the interior. The prices of the cocktails were insane!! I spent $17 on just 1 drink! I was in shock about some of the other pricings as well! It is a nice lounge area, so it would be a while til I visit again.

Such a cute place! The speciality cocktails didn't really stand out to me but I really enjoyed the…read moredrink the bartender made me. It was nice of him to suggest something! This is a great place to come and gather with friends for drinks and conversation. Also highly recommend if you want to make this a "first date" place, it's cute and lowkey :)

For my last night in Louisville, I just happened to accidentally stumble upon this place on the way…read moreback to my hotel. Hipster speakeasy vibe is written all over the spot. I appreciated the amount of space, and there were even a few tables outside. Bar seating, table seating, couch seating... I think I peeped a small room in the back too... all the options! When I was there, it was mostly empty, but people did come in and out. It was easy to tell who the visitors and regulars were haha. I enjoyed just hanging out, people watching, and chatting with the friendly bartenders. They have cocktails and mocktails in abundance... there's literally something for everyone. And they even had these chocolate shot glasses. So cool! All in all, the place just seems like a perfect neighborhood bar. They don't have food, but there's plenty of options around to bring in there. Music was great too!

Pulled up to this swanky spot around the corner from our Airbnb to get the night started. The…read moreladies behind the bar had great energy and took our orders as soon as we were ready. The originally cocktail I ordered didn't satisfy me like I'd hope and the ladies were kind enough to make me something different, so I opted with my favorite - a spicy margarita with mezcal a few extra dashes of hot sauce! I was very satisfied with that one and would probably come back again next time we're in town!

Looking for lunch and not wanting to travel far, we went to Jockey Silks by recommendation from…read morestaff of the hotel. They have a wonderful cool-exciting venue here. Overall, atmosphere was wonderful. This was a nice bar-restaurant and a nice place to enjoy a meal. There are plenty of TVs here showing all available sports. The booths are big with plenty of seating and there are also couches and large chairs if that's your thing. Of course they have a large bar area which I can only imagine how how much fun it is to be at during various game times. Food... Most of us (3 out of 4) had their burgers which were awesome. large, juicy and just loaded with flavor. They also came with some tasty fries. My wife had the chicken sandwich which was definitely too large but she really enjoyed it. We started with their pretzel appetizer which came with a couple of dipping sauces and was really tasty. The team here worked well together and you could see that they were definitely short-staffed. Even so, our server did a wonderful job and deserved all the kudos she received from us. If we ever make our way back to "The Galt," I would definitely make a return visit here. KUDos to the team at Jockey Silks Bourbon Bar

We went to Jockey Silks by recommendation from staff of the hotel because Walkers was closed until…read moredinner, and we are glad we did! The atmosphere is great, nice bar, fun derby decorations and looks like it would be a great place to hang out and watch the game or whatever at night. We came during lunch time with our child and they were more than accommodating. The booths are big with plenty of seating, there are couches if you prefer and then the bar area. They DO have a kids menu but it's not actually in the physical menu, you just need to ask. The drinks were great and the burgers (think it was called the double stack) were really really good! I liked the fries as well, though the burger stole the show. The chicken tenders (that we got for our kid) were also really good with a nice moistness and breading. Looking forward to coming here again, maybe on a date night!

I really love the ambience of the space. The lighting is a little dark but it creates a really nice…read morevibe. The drink I ordered was so good! All of the bartenders were friendly and made us feel welcomed. They also have happy hour from 4-6pm Monday-Friday!

I have since returned here a couple times after my first visit, and these return trips changed my…read moreopinion a bit towards something a bit more positive. We had better initial upon walking in and getting seated service, which was my biggest complaint after my first visit. The food and drink remain great. Share-ables are interesting and tasty and getting a few things to try and share among friends or a small group has been great. And the drink options remain varied, intriguing, and delicious. Most recently, I got a couple different spritzes that were light and refreshing, which was wonderful in the hot hot heat of a Kentucky summer. At the end of our visit, a large party had come in for their reservation and it was difficult to get a server's attention to close out/get our check so we could pay and leave. So there are still some service things that could be improved. But overall, my return visit had me wanting to add a star to my initial review. I would be happy to return again, maybe even at my own suggestion rather than just if a friend suggested it.