If you have folks visiting from out of state, Watch Hill Proper is a must-see to show off Kentucky…read morebourbons! They have a catalog of over 2,000 unique bourbons from which you may choose and watch the bartender climb the old library style ladder to retrieve it! I'm sure there are many pictures of this online and I apologize for not adding to the multitudes because it really is impressive! I was with a large party and neglected to take pictures because I had such a great time! The food and drinks really deserve to be seen; I apologize for missing that opportunity to show them off. We had out-of-town family visiting and they really enjoyed the experience. The service was exceptional and the food even better. Our experience was all around wonderful and we will be back! The pricing there is on par with the finest restaurants in town and is well worth it. If you're on a tight budget, get a seat at the bar for one drink just for the large catalog of bourbons to browse and the overall bourbon club atmosphere and experience.

Top notch spot for an upscale dinner with friends or a special someone. At dinner last night we got…read moreto try the new menu and seasonal drinks and had a delightful time! Highly recommend - the chicken schnitzel (split), steak tartare, beet salad, and the fried brussels sprouts. Service was terrific, attentive and ready to go the extra mile to make sure you've had a high quality experience to match the food and ambiance. Finally, if you're into it, you cannot go wrong with their house old fashioned. That said, the seasonal Huber's Apple Crusta was a treat yesterday. I ordered one first and the rim tasted like a salty, caramel-ly, sugary slice of apple pie. Not too sweet, just enough. My dinner date ended up ordering another in lieu of dessert.

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!!

Man oh man, what an experience. My wife retired and we were treated to dinner at Steak & Bourbon…read more The bread with a butter candle! Exquisite! We had appetizers of Deviled Egg with crab meat. It was so so! Spinach artichoke dip was good, not great. Everything that followed the appetizers were a 6 out of 5! Filet trio, thick cut ribeye, pan roasted chicken, potato Au gratin, beef short rib pot roast, 7oz filet, Caramelized Brussels sprouts, creme corn brulee, cheesy potatoes, classic American cheeseburger, pan roasted chicken, and oh my THE SWEET POTATO! OMG! It was outstanding! Our server was so nice and helpful and was just as patient as can be since we had never eaten there. The place was a little dark, as you may tell from the pics, but it was an elegant feel even most were dressed casually. Definitely go back!

I had always wanted to try Bourbons Bistro, and after having a date night with Cooking at Millie's…read morewhere we were cooked with Chef Jason and the Bourbon's Chop which is 12 oz French bone-in pork chop wrapped in proscuitto topped with Asadero cheese and a bourbon veal demi glace, and Yukon mashed potatoes. The restaurant serves it with garlic haricot verts but I do not recall making those, however I wish we would have bc they are my favorite! After this I really couldn't wait to see what else they offered. Their menu rotates seasonly so some of these items are not currently available since we were there in the summer however from looking through their instagram I really hope they will be back!! We stoped in on a random Saturday night and was surprised to be able to grab two seats at the bar however there is always so much going on in Louisville in the summer. The bartender was rather busy but he was very friendly and personable throughout our entire experience. We ordered a couple drinks and the Feta and Hot Honey starter. It came with a generous portion of Feta, drizzled with Hot Honey, fresh sliced Jalapeño, prosciutto, and I believe macadamia nuts (not 100% sure) .... SO GOOD!!! My husband ordered the Cheese Tortellini which is fresh pasta, filled with a blend of Wisconsin cheese and herbs, tossed in a mushroom and spinach cream sauce that is finished with pine nuts and basil pesto. He really enjoyed it as I was only able to grab a few bites. It was rich, creamy and delicious. I ordered the Chilean Salmon over broccolini which was topped with cucumber and onion and drizzled with a vinaigrette I believe and this was hands down the best salmon I've ever had. I am extremely picky when it comes to seafood so I do not say that lightly. I also ordered a side of mashed potatoes which I really didn't need and honestly didn't eat much of bc my Salmon was so good. We were too stuffed for dessert but have heard they are pretty famous for their Bourbon's Bread Pudding which is custard soaked bread, bourbon caramel, dried dark cherries soaked in bourbon syrup so I will definitely be trying that next time!

We were thankful to score a last minute reservation for a table of 8 on this busy Kentucky Derby…read moreweekend. We were seated immediately on their enclosed back porch with a beautiful roaring fire in their corner fireplace. Lovely! Our server was efficient, drinks and complimentary bread and butter were served quickly. Their small, one basket serving of bread and dabby do of butter was not enough for our table, but they honored our request for more. My Caesar Salad was crispy fresh and hit the spot. I ordered the appetizer Spicy Fried Oysters served over grits as my entree. The 6-7 oysters were fried perfectly crispy, not too spicy, and the creamy parmesan grits were a nice accompaniment. This appetizer really was the right entree portion for me.

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!

This place was...not the vibe. My group of friends came here for lunch and it was just not a great…read moreexperience. First, it seemed like they were understaffed, because it took forever for our order to be taken and to receive our drinks. And the food, was....okay? The pizza was giving frozen pizza that was warmed up - and the pimento cheese dip was also just okay - served with very hard bread. It just wasn't a great experience and not a place I'd recommend for anyone in town.

We reserved the private library space for our daughter's wedding and we had a wonderful experience…read more The staff was very helpful and allowed us to come in early to set up flowers. They rearranged the space to accommodate the wedding and guests. The drinks we agreed on in the contract were delicious and they were happy to make the cocktails alcohol free for those guests who were nondrinkers. Overall, we had a lovely experience, and I would certainly recommend the venue.

What a fabulous atmosphere, this only enhanced by a stellar staff led by Justin! He went out of…read morehis way to ensure we were having a great time. Now, for the third kudos-- and why we came here, I cannot provide enough raves re: their cocktails. We had 7 cocktails between the three of us. We shared ALL of them! I LOVE Hell or High Water and wish I could bring this speakeasy, staff, Justin and their VERY talented bartender back to NH with me! Thank you for a wonderfully fun beginning to our Louisville visit. You definitely set the tone!

Wow, I must say the seared octopus is the best I've ever had, both international and domestic. The…read moreservice was excellent. Friendly, knowledgeable. Stay away from the Martinis, in my experience. Only negative for me.

We dropped by here for a charcuterie appetizer and a cocktail prior to a show at the nearby…read moreKentucky Center of the Arts. Ambience is relaxed and waitstaff are friendly and well versed in assisting diners with getting to events on time, which is greatly appreciated. Decor is predominantly curated artwork, which is ever changing and an interesting aspect of the restaurant's unique style. Consistent food and drink quality and a definite repeat choice when in the area.

Historic tour of an eighteenth century farm house where you will learn the key role the Bullitt…read morefamily had on shaping what is known as Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey. This is not a distillery tour, but don't let that dissuade you from adding this one to your list. The tour guides are extremely knowledgeable and tell the stories with passion and heart. The tour ends in the gorgeous family library where you get to taste their Bourbon and explore the garden if you wish. Highly recommended.

Such a great way to learn history of our beautiful Commonwealth of Kentucky, KY straight bourbon…read morewhiskey and the Bullitt family, and how they all intertwine! The grounds and house (3 centuries worth) are full of beautiful sights and wonderful stories! We thoroughly enjoyed the tour and hospitality, tasting the bourbon and learning so much from the very entertaining hostesses!

I have wanting to stop at this gem for the longest. It's small but mighty. The vibe is very relaxed…read moreand gives cigar room with the chairs and sofas. Its a very relaxing but inviting to mingle with other Bourbon lovers. Dim light but cozy. The Bourbon selection to try and purchase is unbelievable. I had an incredible time. I met a few Bourbon lovers. Needless to say the conversation was fascinating and learned quite a bit. The bartender was very knowledgeable. She was great think Becca was her name. I was there to closing. I would definitely go back. There is limited street parking so widespread or pile in. No food is sold here.

This is such a dark, vibey little bar (with a bottle shop next door); my friends and I popped in on…read morea weekend afternoon and there was only one other group there - so we got drinks quickly and quietly. They, obviously, have a great selection of bourbon cocktails - but also offer some unique mocktails for those that may not be drinking. I loved the vibe of this spot - it's a dark lounge with speakeasy vibes. I bet it's a great spot to hang during the evenings.

Great service, attentive and very accommodating…read more The food was delicious. Fresh produce and seafood. Everything was seasoned perfectly and well executed. We were in town for 4 days and ate dinner at Repeal 3 nights. This place was within walking distance to our hotel, but so were others. We had the opportunity to dine for both lunch and dinner different times during the day and the service and food was consistent. I should have taken more photos.

Wow it's hard to get a reservation at Repeal on a Saturday evening, even early, and even several…read moremonths out. It's a nice hotel, and a pleasant steakhouse, but not sure it demands quite that much love. Most importantly, they don't know how to cook a steak. The flavor is spot on, you can really taste the wood fire, and the steaks are seasoned well. But the wife ordered a filet medium and it came out blood rare. My medium rare strip was presented rare, which I'm ok with, though it was noticeably still a bit more cooked than her "medium" filet. Having to return a steak to get it cooked properly, at an apparently well respected upscale steakhouse, is a disappointment, a big bump in the middle of a pleasant evening. We started with the oysters rock, which were quite good, and quite large. The french onion soup was a nice classic version. We split an heirloom tomato salad, and each still got two very large and thick slices of tomato, making the split a good sized salad for each of us. The balsamic pearls were a treat. An unexpected pleasure were the parker house rolls. Yum. Though between enjoying them, with the split salad, splitting the oysters, and the soup, we'd clearly over ordered! Repeal is a pleasant fine dining spot in the midst of the Louisville downtown action. They just need to learn how to cook steaks to temp before they rise to a truly 5 star destination.

Friendly staff, tasty libations, an all are welcome, fun atmosphere located in the heart of the…read moreHighland on Bardstown Road.

Chill continues to be a favorite spot for cocktails and conversation for my friends and I. The…read moreremodeled space since they removed the tree out front is amazing. Modernized yet fun and plenty of seating. It's awesome to sit outside to enjoy the weather and people watching. The back patio offers a bit less traffic but ample seating too and music is pumped overhead. Inside offers a small dancing area, bar seating and another bar. The staff was great the night we visited. They scan your card, hand it back and will close it out with a 20% tip (if you forget to close it). This is perfect so that you don't have to grab your card before leaving. Late hours. Periodic trivia. Fair prices for drinks. Sometimes karaoke. Parking can be touch because it's in the Highlands and only street parking is available.