What a cool dinning experience as advertised. About 30 folks were seated around the cooking area…read moreor at hightop tables behind the cooking area. We were very pleased to have been seated at the bar, I do not think it would have been as an immersive an experience if we had we been at a table where you could not see the chef as he prepared our 4 course meal. Upon arrival you are seated and given a cocktail menu (not included in the cost of the meal). My hubby had a very strong bourbon and water and I had a cream, liquor, vodka drink that was very tasty, similar to a White Russian. At around 6 pm chef Todd began by telling us his history and passion for cooking inspired by his grandmothers as he prepared our appetizers. I am a bit fuzzy on the details of the ingredients of all the dishes since I fell later that evening, broke my hip and shoulder and spent the next 6 days in the hospital but I'll do my best, keeping in mind all 4 courses were expectional. Appetizer was a baked pear with goat cheese and a crostini with cranberry goat cheese, walnuts and honey drizzle. Second course was a bean soup and corn bread. Main course was pot roast, carrots, potatoes and mushrooms. Mine was super tender and very flavorful. Mu husbands portion had a lot of fat but what he could eat was tasty. And for dessert he served bananas foster bread pudding. We were given a sample of the bread pudding upon arrival to whet our appetites and it sure did. The whole experience was first class; food, service, cocktails, interaction with the chef, owner and wait staff, atmosphere was just plain fun, entertaining and satisfying. We were there about 2 hours. Street parking, comfortable setting and a unique dinning experience. I highly recommend for a special occasion. They offer different menus, prepared by different chefs and other special events. Check the webpage for availability as they sell out and reservations are required, paid in advance.

My friend & I had the best night out at MESA enjoying the delicious food from Chef Joe Burner…read more If you haven't been to MESA you have to make reservations and go. I promise you it's a fantastic night out. It's a live dining show that is unlike anything I've ever experienced. Chef Joe Burner was so charismatic and his food was not only spectacular, but made with Love. Their classes fill up fast so make sure you sign up ASAP. We will most definitely come back. The menus change according to whatever the Chef wants to do. Enjoy the pics. It truly was one of the best meals I've ever had.

Intimate room, excellent menu, top notch service!…read more The room is dark, surprisingly intimate for as open as it is. Low ceilings and servers clad in black add to the effect of a candle-lit cask of a restaurant. The smells wafting from the kitchen immediately get your appetite revving if it wasn't already in gear. Out host, Mary, sat our party quickly and the server came right away to fill waters and take drink orders. The menu is short but superb. Everything has a Mediterranean flair that should make you expect savory mess and spice. Prices are in the $40-60 range for entrees but worth it! Parking is free in the lot and a QR code on the menu gives you access to enter your info including plate number. It's a nice feature for an area where spots are limited.

I was hosting a business dinner in Louisville last week and wanted to try someplace new. I scanned…read morethe list of James Beard 2025 semifinalists and focused on two spots: MeeshMeesh and The Fat Lamb. MeeshMeesh is wildly popular and books out 60 days in advance, so that wasn't happening--but I was able to secure a timely reservation at The Fat Lamb. That turned out to be a great decision. It was a pleasure meeting Dallas McGarity, the executive chef and owner. He shared that the restaurant has been open for about ten years and that he's preparing to open a new Italian concept. When the topic of his James Beard nomination came up, he mentioned it was a complete surprise--the restaurant didn't self-nominate--which made the recognition feel even more meaningful. One thing I neglected to ask him directly was why lamb plays such a central role on the menu. Our server wasn't entirely sure either, but she did explain how the restaurant got its name. Apparently, Dallas was traveling through the countryside, spotted a particularly memorable "fat lamb" on a farm, and the name stuck. Sometimes it really is that simple. With four of us dining, we may have gone a bit overboard on starters--but no regrets. We shared the roasted Brussels sprouts, lamb kofta meatballs, fontina and truffle arancini, and the whipped feta and pita. Every dish was well-executed and easy to share, which made them ideal for a business dinner. For entrées, my wife and I split the signature tandoori and ancho spice-roasted lamb chops. They were flavorful without being heavy, and the black barbecue sauce added a nice depth. Our server highly recommended the Moroccan-spiced halibut, which our other guests shared and thoroughly enjoyed--especially the mushroom demi-glace. Dessert was the Nutella mousse, another house signature. The Italian cherries and chocolate shavings were a great finishing touch without pushing things into overly sweet territory. Beyond the food, what really stood out was the service and pacing. The evening flowed naturally--never rushed, never dragging--which is exactly what you want when entertaining clients or colleagues. The Fat Lamb delivered a memorable, well-rounded dining experience and easily earned its reputation. I'd happily return, whether for business or just a great night out.

If one happens to be traveling through Brownsville, Kentucky Mis Amigos is a place to seriously…read moreconsider visiting. As Mexican goes, it's difficult to do it horribly or exceptionally. Mis Amigos lies solidly on the exceptional end of the spectrum. Service: excellent. The owner was serving as host, and clearly cares about his staff, even driving them to and from work regularly if transportation is an issue. Our server was efficient, knowledgeable, and got every custom order completely correct. Food: chips and salsa - yes. I judge Mexican places on their salsa, and Mis Amigos sailed through with a beautiful specimen - just the right amounts of heat and acidity. The menu is huge - definitely sometimes for anyone, regardless of food preferences and whims. There were no vegan options that spoke to me, so I ordered a custom vegan quesadilla with beans rather than cheese, filled with grilled veggies, and topped with guacamole instead of sour cream. Yes yes yes. Pricing: reasonable, especially keeping in mind portion sizes (very generous). Mis Amigos - thank you for giving me another reason to travel through (and to) Brownsville.

Antonio greeted and we were served some of the best Mexican food outside of Mexico!. We were…read morestaying in the park but the 20 minute drive was worth it! Highly recommend but it is a dry county.

An amazing establishment! I went with a small Group of…read moreladies and we had the best time. Such a nice atmosphere-- felt comfortable with a slight hint of fancy at the same time. Waiter was so knowledgeable of the menu and cuisine, giving recommendations and tips. A nice glass of wine paired with a plata of steak, rice, and beans-- couldn't be that. Everything one menu looked incredible. I will 100% be back.

Yum! The guacamole and plantains were a delicious start. I also very much enjoyed the empanada…read moretrio, which was a unique experience compared to other restaurant empanadas. The table of sauces offered a nice compliment. The cons of the meal was my mojito (and that I wanted a frozen daiquiri but they could only offer it on the rocks). While it tasted nice, the glass was more ice than drink and not worth the price tag. The metal chairs are not comfortable for all guests. The restaurant is quite loud. You will be yelling across the table at each other. I would never come here with a large group because conversation would be impossible. The restaurant takes reservations on Open Table but threatens a charge of $20 pp if you cancel. Based on the crowd waiting for tables, there's no reason this policy should be in place. It was a turn off that almost caused us to pick another spot. Thankfully I took a chance to call and book a table without the request for my credit card. Parking is also tricky in this area. Their parking lot is almost nonexistent! Other spaces are reserved for other buildings. Be careful not to be towed.

We can't wait to go back and try everything on the menu! We had fried green tomatoes, meatloaf, and…read moreshrimp and grits. A lot of care and fresh ingredients went into each dish, evident in taste, texture (cauliflower grits?! you'd never know), and presentation. Every server was excited for us to explore their town. The doors open to the historic town square outside was a beautiful way to enjoy the spring day. We're excited to try more on the menu!

The Fried Green Tomatoes, Beet Salad, Duck-Bison Meatloaf & Grayson, our server, were all…read morephenomenal (5 stars)! The drinks were bland. But the staff was very interested in our feedback since the drink menu had been recently updated for the fall holidays. We will be back.

Had the most lovely meal at Seviche Friday night to kick off a weekend away in Louisville. They…read morewere quite busy but service was excellent. Loved our server Chris and every bite was delicious. The grouper and crab "cigar" dish was my favorite. The bison empanadas and ahi tuna ceviche were delicious as well. We were seated in the back room, which was a nice departure from the hustle of the main room. Need to find a reason to come back to Louisville soon just to return to Seviche!

We attended the Practical Magic dinner and a movie event in October and I'd apparently overlooked…read moreposting this. Once again, the food was phenomenal and each course is so much fun as it's timed out during the showing of the movie. Service is top notch. Decor and tablescapes are fabulous. These events feel like a well-oiled machine. My only disappointment has been how difficult it is to participate in subsequent dinner and a movie events. I see the social media posts and respond as directed via text and/or leaving voicemail message(s) to obtain a reservation; however, no one responds for the last few months that I have made an attempt. This is also concerning because I have gift cards that I would like to redeem.

This restaurant is tucked in off the street but worth checking out if you are in the area and…read morelooking to unwind and enjoy a meal. While it's a decent size it wasn't packed at the time we went and there was only one server. However, the server was great and attentive to everyone. The food was decent and not a bad price.

All the people at El Caporal are very friendly. The food taste great and very reasonable prices…read more The food is actually always very consistent and reliable. I would call it comfort Mexican food. All the servers are wonderful, especially Maria. All the recent changes are making it a much more vibrant atmosphere as well.

Completely free to visit! There is a large parking lot at the Memorial Hall and also some parking…read morecloser to the living history farm. The Memorial Hall is a good place to start with a short educational video, some small exhibits, and the gift shop. The Memorial Visitor Center closes from 12-1 pm for lunch, so plan accordingly if you need to use the nice clean bathrooms or fill your water bottle. The park includes a pioneer cemetery, a living history farm, a memorial to the Lincoln family cabin, and some short trails. When we visited (late May) on a weekday morning, there were no historical interpreters at the living history farm, and the buildings were all locked. I'm not sure when the living history farm is functional, but it looks like it would be fun. I highly recommend the Trail of Twelve Stones, which leads you through the peaceful woods along a path which houses 12 stones from significant locations in Lincoln's life.

Abraham Lincoln is great and almost universally identified as the greatest president ever. I've…read morebeen to his birth site in Kentucky, His tomb, Presidential Library and home in Illinois and his memorial and place of death in Washington DC. This was basically my last spot in my pilgrimage to all things Lincoln. This was probably the least interesting of all the sites that I listed above, The visitor's center has a small gift shop, the usual National Park rangers to give you maps and knowledge and a theatre to watch a little film about the Honest One himself. From there you walk up to the Pioneer Cemetery where there is a memorial for Abe's mother Nancy who is buried somewhere near that spot. She died of milk sickness all because a cow ate a snakeroot plant! Thank God for modern medicine! Anyway from there you walk up to replica of the cabin they would have lived in and an active farm that looks as it would have when Lincoln was there. The last spot is a spring that the Lincoln's would have carried water from. All in all it was a mile walk each way. You can drive closer to some of these spots as well if you lack feet. All in all I'm glad the place exists but it's not a must do spot for the casual history buff.

They have fantastic foods and some of the appetizers are unique and really flavourful…read more The staff is always friendly and one of the owners, Sascha, who is also a chef, frequently visits the tables and talks to customers. Great place to go in Bowling Green!

Outstanding!!!! Food was great, service was great and the atmosphere is wonderful. I would…read moresuggest to anyone, wide variety of menu items as well

Awesome things to see here, you'll need a few days. The Rangers/tour guides I've met are all great,…read moreand the tours show you a lot. As an aside--I find it funny that they put a pair of restrooms down there, partway through one of the tours. I was not expecting that! (Not all tours have that, though, so be prepared.)

Who doesn't love a national park cave!? It's crazy as you wander thru here and they state they have…read moremapped out 400+ miles of pathways. I thought it was closer to freeway but you soon realize it's a bit of a trek. Plenty of parking. You can purchase the tour tickets on site or online. Facilities are nice but a good majority(if not all of them?) of the interactive museum features were 'not functioning' so just wander and read all the details and stories posted along the walls. It's crazy that the place was a tourist attraction way back in the day. You'd have to plan for being on the roads for probably days to get here. Tour was cool. Very pretty. Out ranger was super personable and seemed to love his job so that's nice. Glad we decided to drop by and check it out on our way back from Chattanooga.