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    4.4 (1.9k reviews)
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    Marlene M.

    Gave it another try. The Eagle and everything was absolutely delicious. The kale salad was fresh, perfectly balanced, and flavorful--not boring at all. The nachos with pulled pork were loaded, savory, and packed with smoky goodness in every bite. And the burnt ends mac and cheese bowl was the star--rich, creamy, and full of tender, flavorful meat that melted in your mouth. Comfort food done right. Its been 7 years from my first review. The service was still mediocre either. They're under staff or they underestimated people coming in on Saturday 3 o'clock.

    Shrimp and grits, spoon bread, hushpuppies, mashed potatoes, mac and cheese

    Good food. Great service. Had the hushpuppies and shrimp and grits. Both were fantastic

    Fried Chicken Sandwich, Apricot martini
    Renee B.

    Mid-day on Sunday we had some time to kill before our flight home to Vegas, so I searched the inter-web for a "local's lunch spot with exceptional southern comfort food near Louisville airport" and found The Eagle. We arrived around 2pm, there were a few parties ahead of us, which is a good indicator for great cuisine, considering it was after the typical lunch rush and there are numerous dining options on the block. We waited roughly 20 minutes for a table. Despite the busy dining room, our server was phenomenal - welcoming, knowledgeable, and attentive - her recommendations were excellent. First, the apricot martini is delightful, it was so good my sister and I ordered a second round. My daughter got the bourbon punch, which was huge and refreshing, then she ordered the apricot martini after tasting mine. Divine. The three of us shared an order of biscuits and they were the closest to my great grandmother's homemade biscuits I've ever had. My sister said they were the best she'd ever tasted (that's saying a lot since our great grandmother grew up in the early 1900s on the Oklahoma prairie making biscuits from scratch with buttermilk and lard, "the right way"). The accompanying preserves were delicious, not a morsel was left. As for the mains, we shared the mac & cheese as a side, 1/4 fried chicken, fried chicken sandwich, and fried chicken BLT. They were all fantastic. If I were forced to choose only one, I'd get the BLT - that rustic Italian bread, avocado relish, and jalapeño honey mayo atop their fried chicken are perfection. And, their mac & cheese is out of this world, just a hint of spice... I could eat it daily, I'd be fat but oooh soooo happy! We also sampled their spoon bread which was melty maple-butter cornbread skillet yumminess. By the time we got to it, we could barely eat any more. We still managed to put a respectable dent in it because "dessert stomach" is a real thing hehehe If I lived nearby, The Eagle would be a regular spot. Shout out to Naile for her superb service (remember to trust your servers). Highly recommend!

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    Leang E.

    As usual, we were debating over what to have for dinner and photos of the fried chicken solidified that this was the place to be. We probably should have made reservations, but appreciated the open seating at the bar. My hubby and I both got the quarter white fried chicken. He got the fries and I got the collard greens and coleslaw. The chicken was so juicy and tender. The seasoning was really good with a little bit of spicy. At first I was worried that I was gonna need some hot sauce, but it was just right. What took it over the top is the hot honey sauce that comes in the little syrup jar. I actually asked if they sold this in bottles for me to purchase. He let me know that they did not, but he put some in a to go container for me to have with the rest of my chicken. I have so many ideas of all the things that I could have with this sauce!

    Fried Chicken and Spoonbread
    Melanie B.

    The fried chicken and spoonbread are not to be missed! We were on a food/walking tour and this was one of the stops. Our food and drink had been preordered by the tour group. The staff that took care of us were great! My husband loves fried chicken and he really liked theirs. This was our first time having spoonbread and we are big fans! I'd go back!

    Fried chicken, Mac n cheese, collard greens
    Talesha C.

    We came here on a Thursday night for dinner. The waiter was nice and checked on us frequently. The bbq burnt ends were tragic. They were hard and overcooked, which is not how they're supposed to be so I feel sorry for the people that haven't tried Kansas City bbq burnt ends because Kansas City knows how it's supposed to go. Burnt ends are supposed to be tender and fall apart, not hard cooked like chicken nuggets. It was very disappointing. I don't recommend you order the burnt ends. The fried chicken is probably the best thing on the menu. It was well seasoned, well cooked, and served at the perfect temperature. The Mac n cheese was okay. I think it needed more seasoning or a different combination of seasoning and maybe a different milk used to cook it. The collard greens were great. I loved the vinegar but the portion was a lot smaller than she said it would be for the full table.

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    Joe B.

    While visiting Louisville, I was looking for something local with authentic Southern flavor, and after some research I decided to try The Eagle. It's a very casual spot--more like a bar--but it's well-known for its fried chicken, and it definitely lives up to the reputation. The chicken was perfectly seasoned, crispy, and incredibly juicy. The mac & cheese was creamy with a rich, noticeable cheese flavor. The hush puppies were moist and delicious, and the honey spoon bread is something people talk about for a reason--absolutely a must-try for any visitor. The service and ambiance were great as well. Staff were attentive, and the environment felt relaxed and comfortable. They also have TVs with closed captioning for watching sports, along with a wide variety of drinks and craft beers. If you're visiting Louisville and looking for comforting Southern food, The Eagle is definitely a place you need to check out.

    Jessica P.

    Wish I took a pic before we chowed down. Every bite that we sampled was simple perfection. Everything was delicious. Especially the burnt ends and chicken. My family and I split the apps, sides and a whole chicken. The mashed potato and Mac and cheese were delightful. Definitely recommend this spot to anyone looking for a fun trendy spot for some delicious southern food. Thanks Eagle!

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    How much parking is there? We have a big truck?

    There is parking behind the restaurant and there is parking lots down the street, it would be just a short walk to get to the restaurant. Of course street parking on Bardstown road / side streets.

    Is the outdoor patio dog friendly?

    Yes, when it's open during the summer.

    Looking for somewhere to go after my graduation at the expo center with my family. Would this be a good place for about 11 people? Reservations?

    Yes, but make reservations.

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