Looked up the best places to eat in Louisville, and Hammerheads came up in the top 10. The menu…read morelooked great and it seemed like a fun place to go. When we arrived, it was kind of busy but the one of tables outside was available, so we took it. I ordered the brisket taco and the pork belly taco my husband had a burger. We shared fries and fried mushrooms. The mushrooms were beyond amazing, and plentiful! I had a blonde beer, which was delicious. My husband's drink was a gin & tonic which he thoroughly enjoyed. I was so happy to finally experience true Kentucky smoked pork belly & brisket. The cool vibe at Hammerheads is also worth mentioning. Everyone was friendly, the service was excellent, and the food was amazing. I give them 5 STARS. I can't wait to do it again when I am back in town!

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.

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.

Is it possible for a place to merit nothing but 5 star reviews ?!?! It is if that place is Perso, a…read morecomfortable, delicious, welcoming, VALUE-LADEN, wish it was in my city dining destination. Service: friendly, guiding, personalized. Menu: wide ranging and so good sounding on plaid that you don't know what to do, where to start. Which leads back to Service! Then the kicker, VALUE! First time in you have to (and not just because we did!), unless you're in with a group of 4 or more who will share everything with everyone. For 2 diners, $65 each gets you a total of 4-5 apps, typically spreads with the incredible flatbread. Pace yourself -- then 2 full entrees capped with shared dessert. You will be happy, sated and probably leaving with some leftover. And while they will choose for you, any preferences /aversions will be full considered and incorporated or added in à la carte. Creative culinary cocktails and a great little wine list BTG (with assistance if needed) will compliment your meal. Check the Neon sign and take a nightcap or dessert at Secreto, the back patio area. Wide ranging play list and a variety of seating configurations makes it a cozy place to extend the evening. One seating area shares with the open kitchen and the main room allows you a peak inside. Do so to thank Chef and company for a great meal ! Limited bar seating. If you're local or visiting during the week, there's an evening bigger steal with a 3- course tasting menu. You guys rock!!

Cute, quiet date night. Intimate table side kitchen and amazing food. Perso is a unique gem nestled…read moreon Shelby Street. The ambiance is clean, minimalist, mature with a menu that speaks to a tenured chef. I had the pate charcuterie and the creme brulee. Ill be honest. I was just messing around with the pate. Its a no for me, but. If u like liver cheese loaf, you'll love it. The creme brulee was thick and silky with the signature crunchy top. Happily impressed. I dont like when a restaurant overs does the brulee... umm, mill 4 iron . You'll like this place. The pizza was yummy and the noodle dish was cheesy and creamy.

Stopped in for happy hour on a Thursday enjoyed a margarita and a glass of wine and tried the…read moreBrussel sprouts topped cheese and bacon bits served with bread. Service good and nice ambiance

Mesh was great!…read more Such a beautiful interior coupled with nice, subtle lighting that makes for a really romantic atmosphere. Salmon dip was very creamy I tried to not eat as much to save room for my entree and ultimately failed. Pad Thai was such a well balanced flavor. I'm a big Pad Thai girl and my number one fault with the dish is that the noodle to veggie ratio is off! Either not enough sauce, veggies, or noodles, but at Mesh there were PLENTY of noodles, veggies, and sauce. It all tasted wonderfully together as well. My partner ordered the salmon and it was cooked to a perfect medium rare. The orzo blend on the side had a touch of onion and such a bright flavor. The service was prompt and kind. I had a later reservation so the place was a bit slow and I noticed a lot of camaraderie between the employees, it was sweet. Genuinely no complaints on the food, drinks, ambiance, service, and logistics of scheduling a reservation. 4 stars instead of 5 because the food was great but not fantastic and I reserve 5 stars for food that immensely impresses! Overall, lovely experience and I will be back!

Looks can be deceiving and from the outside you might not think it's worth a try trust me, it is!…read moreThis was my first time trying the fat lamb and I'm sad I haven't been sooner. The food was insanely delicious and the ambiance was cozy and quaint. A little pricey but well worth it. A delicious and reliable pick to bring you your boss, celebrate a special event, show out of town guests, or impress your friends! We tried a lot of things--see pics! The menu changes with the season but if the pistachio tiramisu is on the menu, don't pass it up! We sat at the bar and service was top tier.

The sourdough focaccia and brussels sprouts were the standout dishes. Bread was fresh and went well…read morewith the butter while the brussels sprouts had a nice glaze and crunch. I was a bit disappointed by the lamb meatballs as it was a tad dry and flavor wise - it didn't stand out. The lamb lasagna was also a bit on the saltier side. Maybe I went on a bad day; if I come back, I should try something else. Server was attentive and repeatedly checked in on us and overall ambiance was nice.

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.

I dream of the Herb Arancini at Proof on Main…read more We love to sit at the bar. The décor is beautiful. The bar area has high tops, low tops & bar seating. My husband & I visited Friday afternoon. We sat at the bar to enjoy a cocktail & an order of Herb Arancini. Before 5pm they offer the Herb Arancini as a full order. After 5pm they are served as an amuse bouche/aperitivo combo. If you want more than one delicious Herb Arancini gotta order before 5pm. The Herb Arancini was everything I wanted it to be on Friday. Proof on Main has a large bourbon selection and seasonal cocktails. The bartenders are friendly & knowledgeable. SiSi makes a delicious old fashioned! Thank you SiSi and the entire Friday bar crew for a great early evening dinner!

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.

Daniel brings a unique venue and a welcome environment!…read more Wish there was a location in St Matthews!!

I was in town for a convention and found this place in my research about close-by healthy options…read more It did not disappoint. The concept is Chipotle style but it's healthier and they use veggies, sweet potatoes, etc. The first time I went it was very busy but they moved the line through quickly. And that even includes when I said I was gluten-free and they used ingredients from the main pots to avoid cross contamination. I really appreciated that extra effort. The food is tasty, but I wish there were more options. Fresh ingredients and love the restaurant's rustic vibe.

WOW the food was delicious, and our server Allie was the bomb.com! We definitely will be back!read more

Allie was a phenomenal server who made my time at toasty worthwhile very attentive made sure I had…read moreeverything that I needed 10 out of 10 experience would come back just for that beautiful server.

Amazing dinner that blew our socks off for a special event offering in September. This was a…read morecollaborative 7-course dinner with paired wines with both the Indianapolis' Bluebeard restaurant and 610 Magnolia chefs. Unique flavors and preparations artfully presented with wonderful wine pairings. Each course was phenomenal and had over a dozen diners doing the requisite "ooooh" and "ahhhh". However, if I was forced to commit to the standout items for me, it would be: (1) the delectable pork collar that defied comprehension with how it had a sweet crunchy exterior bark yet maintained a moist and tender bite as we dug in, (2) the soft shell stuffed crab on a bed of just perfect mustard greens with a crunchy texture, (3) dessert that mimicked a cloud and included coffee "gummies" and also was paired with a delicious sherry that held its own. I felt like I needed a cigarette after this meal. I don't smoke. It was That Mind Blowing. These collaboration dinners will be held for at least the next 2 months. Very worthwhile as a fine dining experience beyond compare. Service was excellent. Restaurant decor is lovely. Street parking in surrounding area is available. Looking forward to repeating this experience every possible opportunity when available.

This restaurant was the definition of southern contemporary with Asian fusion…read more The atmosphere of the restaurant was amazing. They were super accommodating and provided me with an individual table for myself with the consideration of food accommodations. The waiters knew how to explain all the food, and they were prompt with answering any questions. If they did not know the answer to the question they went to the kitchen to ask. Each meal had its own personality. They bought the bright and summer floral notes of the southern cuisine while at the same time bringing a home meal through the Korean cuisine as well. Each meal also had a variety of textures that complemented each other, as well as opposite flavors that checked off each taste, bud. I really appreciate the timing of each food item which allowed me to have a clean pallet coming into the next tasting. This was a wonderful experience and I highly encourage everyone to go :)