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.

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.

Sidebar at Whiskey Row - dropping in this downtown bourbon bar I didn't expect to have one of the…read morebest burgers of my life, but that's what happened when I strolled in on a Saturday afternoon. The place was empty but the bartender was a good guide. His bartender patter had a rhythmic cadence as he extolled the virtues of their fare offerings. I went with the Death Penalty to chase a little heat, although the name is more menacing than the bit. This isn't a mouth scorching, heartburn inducing culinary dare, but quite simply a perfectly delivered burger with toppings that work well together to deliver a robust flavor with a nice touch of heat. Being my first time in Kentucky I asked for a recommendation for a nice shot of bourbon to sip while I waited for my meal, with the caveats that I'd like for it to be from a lesser known, small distiller and under $25 for the drink. He delivered with a shot of Minor Case Straight Rye Whiskey that has a sherry cask finish from Limestone Branch Distillery. It was smooth with no bite and a nice linger. Three solid hits between the burger, bourbon and bartender - would definitely recommend.

Are we talking "On Heavens Gate!"…read more Yes, Bob Dylan, that inspirational author, songwriter, wordsmith, and artist has a Bourbon. Now they were looking for where to build his so called place to breathe life into it. That "it," place. It's not in Nashville, it's here in small little Louisville. What better place than an old church? Bourbon and Church! Amen! All are welcome! Now they don't make it here this is where they come to pour it and enjoy the flavors of it. Is life about the ride? How about dinner and some Heavens Bourbon made and inspired by Bob Dylan in a church. It's a must! Now this is a small venue and off the beaten track of life. What drew me? A large image of Bob Dylan on a building, mural style seemed out of place. Come to find out explore more and salut to a better version of heaven in this world of art, music, and words that have never been better than now. This is not just a church but the grounds house an art deco museum to his work. It's true dedication to the man of Bob Dylan. A Tennessee whiskey, distilled in Pleasureville, Ky. This the final stop here at the Last Refuge to celebrate his legacy and better aged bourbon among us.

This place came highly recommended for a restaurant to visit when in Louisville so it was our first…read morestop! Turning an old church into a bar/restaurant always makes for a unique environment. I loved walking through the rooms and seeing all the vintage details and stained glass. The Whiskey room has quite the shock factor with floor to ceiling bottles lining the walls. No complaints to be made about the service! It felt quick and smooth! The signature cocktails we ordered were very good (not pictured)! My only disappointment was the limited menu. The menu seemed to be mostly appetizers and pizza with some additional options for entrees. We ordered the Holy Fire Dip for a starter and it was delicious! It was warm and had great flavor. The waitress did need to bring more bread, the dipping options felt sparse. My husband and I split The Burnt Offering Pizza and Sanctuary Sliders, they were both solid. We both favored the pizza but would have liked more variety. I can see why this place comes highly recommended for the experience. I would definitely come back but hope they expand the menu by then!

When you think Kentucky, "it bourbon you think of."…read more Without a doubt this establishment is a must go. If you do the bourbon tour it's the first stop. You will learn so much. The climate and culture dating back to the 1800s still runs through the city today. The company that operates Angels Envy is Louisville Distilling Co. The founder was Lincoln Henderson. This gentleman went to college right here in Louisville and after forty plus years of working in a distillery worked his way to the top as master distiller. His own brews are pretty good too. How about Jack Daniel's Gentleman's Jack. That was Mr. Henderson. The building that Angels Envy occupies was occupied prior by American Elevator and Machine and American Saw. Later it existed as Vermont American Complex, then it was abandoned. The site was deteriorated but became the place where in 2010 revival. The Henderson family and Louisville Distilling Co made their permanent presence. They invested in the surrounding area too. They made a massive complex when you visit . Now come and visit today. Learn the basics of how the Henderson family double distills their Angels Envy in a wine cast barrel after aging. Taste the quality of their legacy that will establish and endure the ages. Although the legacy lives on forever in this family and their double mystery their dad left, the story continues. Plan your visit today .

From one man's dream and then his soms dream that brought it to you come and see this…read more Angels Envy is an awesome tour and food / bar stop. The staff are amazing and friendly . The settings are very friendly and welcoming.

Proof on Main is exactly what I had read about... the best place to eat on the bourbon trail, and…read morethe best place for a bourbon lover to experience Louisville. Let's start with the bar, albeit a bit eclectic in decor... it is the best place in the city to experience hard to find whiskeys and bourbon in particular. The decor greets you with a devil with an apple and feels like a lounge... mostly. The decor is deeply rooted or themed with the bible and garden of Eden. Even though it feels a bit strange or off, unless that kinda stuff turns you away it just feels a tad eclectic. The staff is knowledgeable on the subject and can play to your taste if you want to get away from the neat or on the rocks lifestyle. There were plenty of barkeeps to keep us filled with spirits or otherwise without smothering a patron or group. So the pacing is up to you which provides a dangerous proposition (potentially). Proof shows they are worth a visit even if just for the experience of the bar. Make your way to the dining room and you have a whole different vibe. The overall feel is a white tablecloth experience with staff and menus to match. We split the octopus which is both tough to do and was handled with a deft hand. We also got the rainbow trout and paccheri alla vodka and REALLY enjoyed those meals. The trout was paired with appropriate sides and handled in such a way where it really stood out as a plate. The pasta was fresh, had just an amount of bite to it, and the sauce was indeed heavenly smooth and spiced. Service was great and paced out for the evening, so we experienced a great evening as would be expected from such a place. Proof is one of those places that has a lot to offer whether it be food or just to drop in for a drink... it is the sort of place if you are in the area you could do much worse and if there is a better place, it would be by a sliver. I'll be back if I'm in the area, which says a lot if I repeat places.

Ambiance - upscale, love that it's connected to an art gallery/museum/hotel, super fun interior…read more Service - exceptional, server was knowledgeable of menu Food - salty, so salty our whole table could not finish any of their entrees, when we complained to our server he told us it wasn't the first time they got complaints for the salt; the manager was kind enough to comp our desserts

We tried it out for bbq and bourbon. We were both fans of the old fashioned, and they have a smokey…read moreone that is quite delicious if you love some smoke. It was quiet enough to have a good conversation but still feeling lively. Our waitress was helpful and helped us with the menu.

This place was sooooo good. Definitely a must if in Kentucky, we just stumbled upon it because we…read morewere hungry after a flight and it was so worth it. The service was great very attentive and the food was amazing. The ambiance was chill and they have so much bourbon to try! Def a must when in Louisville !

So good! So good! The hot fried chicken with hot honey sauce was just fantastic! Every bit was…read moreflavorful and left me wanting more. The Mac and cheese was also delicious! I'd skip the slaw next time, not bad, but would try something else. The warm cookie to finish the night was epic! Baked fresh and did not disappoint. The only downside was when I realized I left my hat there the next morning Dinner was served very quickly! The waitress was friendly and attentive (I forget her name).

Merle's is one of those restaurants where I didn't expect much from it, but nevertheless, it…read moreexceeded my expectations. It's way better than it needs to be! It could just be mediocre pub food, but the food here is very, very good. I don't know why, but when I'm in the south, I get the hankering for a deviled egg. So we started with the deviled eggs (Los Huevos El Diablo), which, despite the name, were not super spicy. They had just the right amount of spice. One thing to know about me is: If I see a patty melt on the menu, I will order that. So I got the Merle's Melt, which is a burger patty with cheddar and Monterey jack cheese, plus bacon and special sauce on buttered toast. It was sublimely tasty! It comes with house-made chips, which were good. They also offer tacos on the menu. One of my children got one steak taco and one chicken taco. The tacos are topped with tomato, lettuce and cojita cheese. I was told that these were very good! My kid eats like a bird, but ate one and a half tacos, so that must say something, right? The Lip Smack'n Mac & Cheese was also ordered, as well as the fried chicken, because the menu says that the fried chicken is award-winning, so how could we not? The fried chicken was super crispy and tasty, and the mac and cheese was creamy and made with large shells, which is the best kind of pasta to use for mac and cheese (in my opinion). The service was great, the lighting was great, and we were seated quickly, even though they seemed busy. It was a good place to have a family dinner in Louisville.

The last steak and bourbon dinner I had was at my father's birthday dinner back in March…read more The service was incredible per usual and the food did not disappoint. I had a salad and my family members had steak and shrimp that was in essence a reflection of the wholesome nature that steak and bourbon provides you with. We usually try to go to the one downtown but this time we went to the one on the east side for the sake of the reservation. The saxophone player was very talented. Which, made me leave him a cash tip as I love jazz. It is fair to say, that we had a phenomenal experience based on how well we were treated by our server who was a recent transplant from out of state and even the U.S. as she shared her story with us which was very much so moving and compelling. We always have a wonderful time at steak and bourbon together as a family. But, I personally will have to point out that my favorite part of the whole dinner is the live music and the wonderful ambiance that in a way, fosters excitement, and intimacy if the right person or people happen to join you during such a special environment.

I have been sitting at our table for 15 minutes and no water and zero attention…read more Appetizers are $20 plus and the staff is treating us like shit. Why am I here? My husband likes this place for some strange reason. I will never be back. I'll go to the Qdoba next door before stepping foot in this place ever. Too expensive, horrible service. The problems all started with the hostess. Lighting on the patio- yes you can see your food but I felt like I was being interrogated in a barrack at Stalag 13. Ending with the clientele. Now I know they can't control this. But ..... not my kind. That is all I will say.

Deserving of high ratings. Food and was excellently prepared, many good sharable appetizers for a…read moregroup, Good sized portions for meals and sides - we ordered too many. The onion rings are giant and would make a great appetizer too. Good cocktails and wine list - especially by the bottle. Service was on point- every time you looked up, there was someone to help. Restaurant is on the smaller side and mostly set up for smaller groups so definitely make a reservation. Don't be put off that the restaurant is connected to the Hotel Distil.

Disappointing Experience for the Price…read more I was really disappointed with my experience at Repeal Steakhouse. I sat at the bar for dinner, and it took quite a while for someone to come over and ask me what I wanted to order. The French onion soup was just okay, but the homemade bread was extremely dry and stale. It honestly tasted like a roll that had been sitting out for a couple of days. The service was even more disappointing. A gentleman sat down at the bar after me, placed his order, and managed to receive his salad, steak, and side dish before I even received my steak. Eventually, someone came over to check on me, and I had to ask where my food was. When my steak finally arrived, a woman sitting next to me -- who appeared to be affiliated with the restaurant -- had to point out that I hadn't even been given silverware. Unfortunately, the experience didn't improve when it came time to pay. After spending over $100 on dinner for one, my check was essentially dropped in front of me without a thank-you or any acknowledgment of my visit. When my credit card was returned, it was placed in front of me just as casually, again without a word. At a restaurant at this price point, I expect more than just a meal. I expect attentive service, food that reflects the quality the restaurant is charging for, and basic courtesy. Sadly, none of those things came together during my visit. Louisville has plenty of dining options, and this experience did not live up to what I expected from a steakhouse of this caliber. For the price, I left feeling overlooked and genuinely disappointed.

The staff is so friendly and helpful! They made it a great experience. Bourbon was delicious and…read morethey made good recommendations of bourbons I couldn't find back home in Texas. Lots of bourbon choices and cocktails too.

I had this place bookmarked and attempted to participate in this experience but I did not plan…read moreaccordingly. We visited this part of town to prioritize other touristy activities. We had some extra time to kill before a tour we purchased tickets for and walked around the area. I didn't realize this place was so close. I walked in not knowing what to expect and had no specific plans. I guess I was hoping to go on a tour but there were no more tours that fit into our itinerary. We walked around for a couple of minutes to kill. Since there was a lot to see block after block in this area, we decided not spend too much time here. It was cool to stop in just to check it out and possibly plan a tour for next time we are in town. There was merchandise and bottles available to purchase but we withheld due to not sampling any of the bourbons. We were not approached by any staff offering assistance, which was fine since we did not require any but maybe a hello would have been cool.