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    High Stakes Rooftop

    3.5 (51 reviews)
    Open 4:00 pm - 10:00 PM
    Updated 2 months ago

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    HIGH STAKES ROOFTOP ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Touristy
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Mariah C.

    We came for the Christmas pop-up bar and magic show, our waitress said she didn't know what we were talking about.. that was a bit odd, we saw it on our way out. It looked like it wasn't open despite the Facebook event page saying it was. Our service was good throughout the dinner, the magician/mentalist I had seen at a previous Yelp event, he was outstanding once again. He performed at everyone's individual table. The restaurant was clean and offered different seating options. I ordered a pineapple, spritz, and the chicken sandwich with fries. The food was solid, the French fries were delicious. I didn't see a happy hour menu :/

    Bansari M.

    I have often wondered why there aren't enough rooftop bars here in the area. High stakes was a good experience over on. The service is commendable, the food is acceptable and the ambience is definitely a breath of fresh air. Good place for drinks and food. They validate parking which otherwise can be a headache in the downtown area. There wasn't much clarity on who had the authority to validate the parking tickets, but they finally figured it out.

    Cheryl B.

    We stopped in for a birthday celebration drink at the bar. The drinks where great. It was decorated for Christmas. The view from the rooftop bar was beautiful.

    Speciality cocktail(not on their menu)
    Breanna T.

    Met a few friends here for an after work kickback event and I was impressed with how nice the staff was when I entered the restaurant! We were greeted and sat at a table and within a few minutes we were greeted by a server. Our server was attentive and anything we asked for was brought to us right away. For food, we decided on the wings & Buffalo chicken dip. Totally forgot to snap a picture but i thought the wings were okay but a bit gummy for my taste and the Buffalo dip was pretty good but I didn't enjoy the chips that came with it! I ordered a specialty cocktail that was curated by the event host and my first drink that came out wasn't good however the young lady who was in charge of the bar at the event decided to re make my drink! The restaurant did have some specials for $3 but it was mostly canned drinks, like vodka waters and high noon which wasn't my vibe for this occasion. I love how gorgeous this restaurant is and the views were epic, we even caught the sunset! If you're looking for beautiful views and great service, I suggest you try this place out! I'll definitely be back.

    Birthday Treat! Suprise chocolate soufflé and champagne
    MaryCarol K.

    Surprisingly fabulous..? Came here on a whim for a birthday dinner and was shockingly incredible! Pros: - best service we have had in a while! All of the team was exceptional and so quick! - outdoor seating vibe was the best atmosphere - birthday surprise: glasses of champagne filled to the brim and a very very yummy dessert! Cons: - wish the steak and frites had tiny shoe string fries (but fries themselves were well seasoned and crispy!) Overall for a hotel restaurant this was wonderful. We both enjoyed our entire meal! Came on a Wednesday night and would come again!

    how cute- this bow is not actually on my head.
    Althea T.

    Considering the food, it was ok a little on the bland side for the tomato dish. The fries were very good, and so was the old fashioned bread pudding. The bread was like a giant cinnamon roll, and it was so soft and gooey. I really enjoyed the fantastic decorations and loved how detailed they were. As you can on the photos, even the skis had the name High Stakes printed on it. They even had pashminas and fur wraps on each dining chair. Very elegant, yet cozy and inviting.

    Espresso Martini
    Kyle C.

    We stopped here for brunch after checking into the Tempo hotel. Really cool roof top spot. The server was great, made good recommendations. We started with Deviled Eggs then had the Jefferson Street Breakfast the main. We also had espresso martinis from the bar. The food was delivered hot and the portion was size was good. Not to mention the view of the city is nice.

    The current menu. We had the shrimp cocktail, the deviled eggs, & chips and guac. They were terrible. Good luck with the rest of it.

    First of all park on the street! Even if you get a ticket you'll feel less robbed than we did when we parked in the garage with no signage that states that you were going to get charged the full $42 because no one was on duty even though they have a ticket reader which marked our time (incorrectly because it didn't adjust with the time change) and when you call their customer service from the ticket booth they won't let you out until you pay the full fee and then they give you a number to call to discuss your "issue" with the office. I'll let you know how that goes... If you're going for the view, It's just ok. You're a block off Nulu on Market so you're missing the fun. no people watching and uninteresting buildings and limited sunset views. But if you just want a drink on a nice day and you don't mind yelling at each other over a television, there are couches and an open airy outdoor space. But if you're going for the food, don't. The online menus are incorrect. They changed the menu to an extremely limited very generic bar food menu. (See updated ones I posted) Super disappointing food. Guac and salsa were Costco-like. Chips stale. Shrimp cocktail super generic. And not very fresh. Deviled eggs were small and topped with fake bacon. This was March madness week and the tv had speakers far from the tv. So we couldn't (and didn't want to) watch but had no choice but to yell at each other over the sounds of basketball. When the ONE table who was watching it left, would have been nice to have it turned down. They didn't. I heard the brunches were nice and the food is a lot better. After this experience, I'm not willing to find out. Our waitress was kind and attentive and explained the menu was changed months ago. Too bad it was not mentioned online or here on Yelp. TL;DR: For a place that's seems so nice and has such great potential for being an amazing outdoor space it was just so disappointing to just have limited appetizers that weren't even good. I guess if you're just going to get drunk or you're already high, as apparently several patrons were because we could smell the marijuana in their vapes. Then maybe this food seems edible. And getting ripped off by the parking garage on the way out really topped off a less than stellar evening.

    Crab toast and wedge salad
    Erica O.

    Stunning views, great ambiance. We came for vibes and got a bottle of Sauv Blanc and a few sharables. Slower service but it was a bit busy. The food was tasty next time would need to try an entree. Portions were big so glad we shared.

    Chad M.

    Great spot, fun vibe, and lots of potential long term once it's presumably through some growing pains in its early days. The menu has good variety (both food and cocktails). Some are outright hits (baked potato rolls are a must-try) others need a little something more (pork schnitzel was quite good at the core but needed a sauce of some kind, as the delectable potato puree didn't quite offset some dryness by itself). Similar comment on the cocktails...some true winners (brown butter old fashioned and all of the clever and fun long shots), and some that were a little less so. But, to be clear, worth exploring both menus. Love a rooftop spot, ambience is vibrant (I've only been in cooler months so haven't really gotten the open-air experience). Service is excellent, friendly, attentive, and helpful. Was a little disappointed to see a few chipped dishes--to be clear, nothing dangerous, and the kind of thing you'd see many places, I just don't expect it at a higher-end spot. On the whole, a very nice addition to the burgeoning NuLu scene!

    Buffalo chicken dip
    Shelby P.

    I want to start by saying how fabulous Colleen was. She made us all feel very welcome and gave great suggestions. I will say the blistered tomatoes and ricotta was probably my favorite thing of all. I think the rest of the food was just so so but the beautiful view really helped create a beautiful ambiance. If you were staying in this hotel and wanted something convenient, I think it would be a great option, but I would not come out of my way to come here.

    Alli C.

    Wow! Ventured down to high stakes for a friends birthday and had a great experience. First off, our server Colleen was THE BOMB. All the best recommendations, super attentive, and open and honest and accepting of our very rowdy group. Some of the best service we've had in awhile! High Stakes is new and still working out their menu, but those loaded potato rolls and the corn bubblers were the most interesting and tasty food I've had in awhile! Those are MUST ORDER. Cant wait to come back and try more of the menu!

    Robert P.

    We had a great evening sitting on the rooftop patio enjoying a few drinks and dinner. Our server Tatiana was awesome and very attentive. This was our first dining experience at High Stakes and we will definitely be back!!

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    The food cocktails view, and vibes of this place are so great. If I weren't for the extremely slow service, then this would be a top choice.

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    Hammerheads - Fried Mushrooms

    Hammerheads

    4.5(1.5k reviews)
    0.9 miGermantown
    $$

    Have heard about this gem for 20 years but never tried it until last night. Wife and I sat at the…read morebar - love the atmosphere: spacious dive bar with low ceilings and wood paneling. There are also picnic tables out front. You get a faint whiff of the grill/smoker upon entering. Kylie was our bartender and she was fabulous - knowledgeable, friendly, and answered all of our questions with patience. Wife ordered a mango margarita and doesn't like a lot of tequila, so Kylie went half and gave her a shot on the side in case she wanted to add more. It was wonderful. I had a couple of beers. We started with the fried mushrooms, which aren't what you would expect. It's two large portobellos cut into chunks, battered, fried, and served with sun-dried tomato mayo. They were great. I then ordered a duck taco, brisket taco, and a side of Grippo Fries with smoked mayo. I'd never tried duck but that taco was smack-a-lackin'. The brisket taco was also good, and the fries were fantastic - sweet and spicy, fresh cut, and crispy. Wife ordered a pork belly slider and truffle fries. She enjoyed the slider but didn't care for the fries - just not her thing. The portions here are large. A side of fries will feed three people. We took a hefty portion of them home, as well as some of the mushrooms. We could've sat there at the bar and spent 3 hours socializing and enjoying a smattering of cocktails - love the setting. Look forward to going back and trying one of the burgers at some point.

    As soon as I moved to the Louisville area and stated asking for restaurant recommendations,…read moreeveryone would rave about Hammerheads. Hammerheads this, duck fat fries that. I was going to a UofL women's basketball game and I FINALLY was able to make it here. I went a little overboard on the food, but everything sounded so good! I really loved the pork belly slider and the duck tacos. Mac and cheese balls always slap. Then there are the famous duck fat fries. The portion is substantial, I was thrilled with that. Flavor wise they did not change my life like I was hoping they would. Still ate them all. The locale is super unassuming from the street, but inside it is really cool, divey, and broody. The staff was super sweet and helped me get in and out efficiently so I could make it to the game. Would absolutely recommend, would absolutely come back, and would absolutely bring friends here.

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    Hammerheads - PBLT Sandwich - Definitely overall Pretty good! Needed another slice or two of pork belly but otherwise super tender. Would get again!

    PBLT Sandwich - Definitely overall Pretty good! Needed another slice or two of pork belly but otherwise super tender. Would get again!

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    Steak & Bourbon - Scallops

    Steak & Bourbon

    4.6(109 reviews)
    1.0 miWest Main, Downtown

    I highly recommend Steak & Bourbon to anyone desiring wonderful atmosphere, great service and…read morephenomenal food. I went with family for a birthday celebration and was not disappointed. steak frites cooked to perfection w/shepard pie as a side was my dinner. The LARGE portion size of shepard pie as a side which could have been a meal itself. Go and have the experience for yourself. You will not be disappointed! Bon Appétit

    I ate here a couple of nights ago and I was really in the mood for a great burger, because I'm a…read moreburger girl after all. I decided to order my burger with just onions, mushrooms and asked for bearnaise on the side. Oh my gosh, if heaven had a kitchen it would be at Steak and Bourbon!!! This was hands down the absolute best burger I have had in my entire 55 years!! It was juicy, fresh, full of amazing flavor and the bun had the perfect consistency, not too hard or too soft, it never fell apart! ! The onions I could have eaten by themselves, that's how delicious they were. If you want a regular burger go anywhere else but if you want exceptional and the best burger of your entire life and the most heavenly burger on earth, eat at Steak and Bourbon! It was so amazing I could hardly speak... days later I'm still thinking about it and I'm already planning to go back!! If I could give them 10 stars I absolutely would! Thank you Steak and Bourbon this was a grand slam and we will see you again, soon!

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    Holy Grale - Cone of Fritjes + 5 Dipping Sauces!

    Holy Grale

    4.3(592 reviews)
    1.2 miHighlands- Cherokee Triangle, Bardstown Road
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    Holy Grale is just that. If you're picking something else, you "chose poorly". Delicious beer…read moreselections freaky fresh on tap. Marvelous atmosphere with an interconnected beer garden in the middle. Stunning food offers that shine on their own and sing louder when paired with their beers. The team at holy grale also bring it all together with incredible service. The burger is incredible, but I always come back for the schnitzel platter. I only wish they had a spaetzle to go with it! The fries are proper chippies, thick square cut and long. Crispy outside, fluffy inside. And there are so many dips to choose from. Salads are crisp and light and a marvelous side. I cannot say enough good things. I love the grales.

    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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    Toasty's Tavern - The Spice - who drank this already??

    Toasty's Tavern

    4.4(316 reviews)
    1.4 miShelby Park
    $$

    I love Toasty's Tavern. I had dinner there on a weeknight with coworkers. We started with a round…read moreof drinks. We all got something different and they were all delicious!! We all got Toasty Burgers for dinner. They were so good! The smash burger, with the seasoned fries, and the homemade ranch were absolutely PERFECT!! Everything was hot, fresh, and cooked to perfection. The waitress we had was wonderful too. She added to our overall experience and was wonderful to meet. I can't wait to go back!

    Visiting Louisville and Looking for a Great Burger. Found Toasty's Tavern…read more I tried to call in an order, but the phone went to voicemail. I ordered at the bar. I got it to go. We ordered the Double Cheeseburger with smashed patties, Pop's Pickles, lettuce, griddled onions, and American cheese. Toasty's sauce in the side. Holy Hamburger was it delicious and took me down to hamburger heaven. Juicy, melty cheese, awesome onions, crisp Pop's Pickles, and Incredible flavor. Voted best burger and there's a reason, because it's so freaking delicious. I enjoyed every bite. I did the sauce on the side because I didn't want to mask any of the beef flavor. The Toasty's sauce is good and ketchup and mustard also work. Just an amazing, delicious, incredible burger. We shared an order of fries with the magic dust. They were also really good, but I couldn't eat many because I was full from all that delicious burger. Very good fries. The service was good. I would definitely return if in the area. I have heard the neighborhood is sketchy and we went at night. I didn't feel unsafe and there were people walking around the streets. Always be aware of your surroundings if not from the area.

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    Mussel and Burger Bar Downtown - Breakfast burger

    Mussel and Burger Bar Downtown

    4.5(1.5k reviews)
    1.3 miWest Main, Downtown
    $$

    This is my preferred location of Mussel and Burger Bar - plus the experience visiting this week…read moreprior to a show was stress free. I'm definitely going to make this restaurant a top option for downtown events. While they don't do reservations, you can dial them for a call ahead. We were seat d and taken care of right away. My Spanish Blue burger was delicious, and still juicy cooked medium well. I loved their sweet potato fries and smoked pineapple dipping sauce, and my IPA beer was cold. My son got the BBB burger and swapped his side for onion rings. Nothing left on the plate! We had a lovely server and she took great care of us, and laughed at our jokes. I appreciated that she made sure we were checked out in plenty of time to walk over to Kentucky Center. Street parking with meters are available or you can easily walk there from several parking garages or other hotels and venues.

    I ate at the bar and when deciding on what to eat I looked over and saw this man finishing up his…read morefood and he made it look so delicious I had to ask the waitress what he ordered, so I got the same! I had moules and basquaise entree portion, the waitress recommends as the best seller! It was very filling and came with small sausages that tasted homemade? I'm not entirely sure but it was very delicious paired with bread & lemon & lime, ate my entire plate! I really wish I could do half a Star cause this would've gotten a 4&1/2 but while eating, which I had to with my hands, I noticed the waitresses hang out area is right beside the bar & they were watching me eat which made me feel a bit uncomfortable & the bartender was rude to the waitress so the vibes were a bit off, but other than that would absolutely recommend the short rib grilled cheese, sooooooooo phenomenal! would love to get that next time I go!

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    Bar area

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    Mussels!

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    High Stakes Rooftop - tradamerican - Updated May 2026

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