We had a fantastic time celebrating my Dad's birthday here. The atmosphere was impeccable, the…read morePlaylist was on point and not obtrusive, and the personalized menu was an awesome touch. I had hoped to put my dad's picture on the digital sign outside but was not contacted back with info on how to arrange that. From the moment we arrived until we walked out of the door Yasmine took excellent care of my family. Her suggestions were welcomed, and her knowledge of the menu was impressive. She addressed all of our dietary needs and preferences with ease, and my dad can be hard to please so this says a lot! I loved my scallops and crab in a jar. The warm butter cake with bourbon ice cream and the sweet potato ice cream are out of this world. We have already scoped other items on the menu to try when we return.

We visited last night expecting a nice upscale dining experience, but unfortunately, the overall…read moreexperience didn't live up to our expectations. One of our biggest disappointments was the seating. We specifically requested private dining and even asked for a private booth when the restaurant called twice to confirm our reservation. Despite that, we were seated in a communal dining area, extremely close to other guests. It was disappointing to have made that request clear more than once, only to have it completely overlooked. The food itself was very good, which was definitely a positive. However, the service didn't reflect the upscale experience we were expecting. We never received a drink menu, nor were we brought the complimentary bread. For a restaurant at this price point, those are small details that make a difference. The drink prices were also quite high, with an Old Fashioned costing $24. My husband ordered the cauliflower steak with beans and vegetables for $40. While the food was good, that seemed quite overpriced for what was essentially a vegetarian entrée. Overall, the food was enjoyable, but the service and attention to detail felt more like what you would expect at a casual chain restaurant than an upscale establishment. When you're paying upscale prices, you expect the service, atmosphere, and overall experience to reflect that. Unfortunately, that wasn't the case for us.

Okay let's get this out the way- the mozzarella sticks are trash. "But the bread is free" lmao all…read moreI know is we laughed and enjoyed our very potent drinks! BUT THE SERVICE- phenomenal lmao I'll go back for the laughs alone! Such a good time after shopping and running around all day doing birthday business with the girl! The bartenders are such a JOY

Delightful experience all the way around!…read more We (party of 3) dined early @5pm on a Saturday night and had no wait for a table. Adam, our server, was an absolute gem when it came to suggestions for food and drink! We took every one of his recommendations and were very happy we did!. The Tuscan Ribeye, Peach Pork Chop, and Pasta Rosa were all delicious! We each had a cocktail and a Caprese salad. Delightful beverages and salad! My Pasta Rosa was everything I had hoped it would be... bright, creamy tomato vodka sauce with grilled chicken and pasta. My husband's Tuscan Ribeye was done perfectly. My stepson's peach pork chop was seared beautifully and the sauce was fantastic. We dove right into the food (which was terrific) so I forgot to get pictures. By dessert, however, I controlled myself long enough to take pictures of our Tiramisu and Crème Brûlée -- both as tasty as they were beautifully presented. The ambiance is loud and lively (even early in the evening) so, if you have trouble hearing you might want to request a quiet table, if they have one.

Oliver's continues to offer excellent service, staff, dining experience, food choices at a…read morereasonable price for a five star restaurant. If you visit there more than once, with a reservation, they will take you straight to the table you requested before and treat you like Family. They are interested in any allergies or special food restrictions. If any questions, ask their manager, Jones,. He is always there and very willing to help. You can tell by the excellent servers that Jones is a very good boss. The food is delightful, the shrimp cocktail, huge and tender, the salads, rather it be a house salad or the wedge, is fresh, tasty and the dressings are perfect. Their loaded baked potatoes could easily serve three people. If you are looking for a filling meal, but on a budget, you must try their burger and fries for $25.HUGE! Sooo tasty!!! You cannot go wrong with anything on the menu and it's so convenient, located inside of Derby City gaming... Hang around for a late drink and music. Enjoy!!

The service was excellent. The atmosphere was amWe never had to wait for anything. They came by…read morethe table a lot checking on us. The food was the best I ever had. I would recommend. Oliver's to every one it's the best restaurant I have been at. Cheif Alex and his guys are the greatest. Chris Jones is the nicest maitre D. He came around and was talking to us and checking on

Every time I make my way here, I wonder why I don't get there more often. Outstanding atmosphere,…read morewhether you're there for a business meal, date night, dinner with friends, or just grabbing a drink or dinner at the bar. It's classy but still relaxed, vibrant but you can still have your quiet space. Food and drinks are top notch. No weak points on the menu, really. Can't say that about a lot of places, but even the "weaker" options I've had get that rating only when compared to other options have been ordered at the table (as in, "this is amazing, but what you ordered is even better somehow")...so, I don't know, share! Service is always A++! Friendly, helpful, fun...you always feel welcome!

Another great evening attending the October dinner and a movie featuring Ghostbusters with a themed…read moremenu. This was a 5-course menu with paired wines and a welcome cocktail intro. Courses included chef's interpretations of potato soup, charred shrimp, chicken with pumpkin rice, beef tenderloin with beet puree, and a strawberry cake with marshmallow vanilla crème. Food was delicious and seasoned well. Service throughout the evening was welcoming, friendly, and efficient. We arrived early enough and were able to locate free street parking nearby; however, valet parking is also conveniently located curbside at the restaurant entrance. Decor for the movie and dinner were whimsical and fun as always, but not as elaborate as past events with Kathryn's oversight and creativity. She is missed! We also missed having the dimmed tabletop lamps placed along our tables, which made it extremely difficult to see to pay our tab at end of evening as well as fully enjoying our food and beverages throughout the experience. Also worth noting for anyone interested in these events, the automatic gratuity is now 26% ($32.50) in addition to the $125 per person. Will be watching and waiting to see what future events are planned and hopeful that things will return to the level of prior experiences.

Gorgeous restaurant; small, but luxurious. Our server was so attentive and knowledgeable, we…read morelearned everything about the beef, the origins, the timing of the cuts, the processes, and the genetics. We had the steak frites (exceptional! Loved the fries with the peppercorn sauce drippings!!), the hot link (the most tender and savory beef sausage I've ever had), the BBQ carrots, the shishito peppers, the meatball appetizer, and several cocktails. Not a negative word about any dish!! And my gosh, the sweet potato bread!!!!!!! The fluffiest little rolls with the softest cream butter on the planet. Yes, baby!! We will definitely be back to explore more of this fantastic menu.

There are not a ton of restaurants that get my five star seal of approval…read more This place is absolutely amazing. The food is top of the line. Super fresh ingredients and meats. You can definitely tell. The sea bass entree my wife had said it was one of the best she ever had. I had the steak and frites and it was absolutely amazing. The hanger steak was super fresh. Cooked perfectly. Perfectly seasoned and just melted in your mouth. The fries are clearly made on house and some of the best I ever had. Our server CARSON, was absolutely fantastic. He knew the menu inside and out. Great service and checked on us the appropriate amount of times. He was super friendly and relatable. One of the managers SAVANNAH came and checked on us as well. She was super friendly and both were clearly willing to do whatever it takes to make sure the customer loved the experience. The scenery was perfect. I really have no complaints. Food was 10/10 to me. Service was 10/10.

As close to perfection as it gets. Came in with no reservation and my table couldn't have been…read morebetter, up at the front wall facing the street, windows floor to ceiling. I witnessed an intense rain and lightning storm, perfectly timed for my visit. (Started right after I arrived, all cleared up when I was ready to leave). I'll get to the food soon. But I'll start with Jessica, the perfect waitress. Not only did she know the menu thoroughly and the service went flawlessly and perfectly timed, her amiable demeanor led to real but brief conversation, not just the typical waiter/customer pleasantries. We talked about the storm (she loves to play soccer in the rain, my vacation so far, and ChatGPT. Yes, I used it to choose between two entrees and we joked about its odd responses and the mistakes it can make. (In the end I went against both ChatGPT's and her advice but was happy with my choice.) Food started with a complimentary small piece of bruschetta. Garlicky and parsley-y. Yum. Free bread was also provided with the meal: a mini baguette. I didn't eat the bread but asked to take it home as I was camping and out of bread. When I opened the bag later I was thrilled to see that a second loaf was added! An amuse-bouche and free bread; off to a promising start. Appetizer and entree were both from the large specials page: 9 items in addition to the ample and varied everyday menu. I started with "Tempura Fried Lobster and Cream Cheese Stuffed Squash Blossoms, Sweet Thai Sauce." I couldn't really taste the batter-fried blossoms but they made elegant containers for the filling, like a crab rangoon. And the chili sauce was a good accompaniment. The elderly lady sitting alone at a nearby table celebrating her birthday and apparently a regular, I think related to the band, hearing what I ordered got my attention and admonished me to "make sure they put the lobster in it". Apparently she wasn't satisfied with hers. I was though. Like the crab in a Rangoon the lobster was subtle but there. The portion was an adequate 3 pieces and knowing there was an entree and dessert coming I took one home. Even the take-away packing was done expertly, in an attractive black paper box and a foil liner inside. My entree was "Pecan-Encrusted Walu Hawaiian Butterfish. Sweet potato-sage risotto, Tuscan kale, bourbon apple butter." Very good and the portion was just right. I liked the pecan crust, not overwhelming the mildly flavored, oily fish. The risotto was too creamy for me (some like it that way), but I really liked the sweetness and sage flavor and finished it. The kale was fried crispy, an interesting touch. This was all served on a flat slate plate, attractively presented with the bourbon apple butter sauce and some micro greens. No pretentious "chef knows best" attitude here. Salt and pepper grinders available at the table for those who wanted them (like me). I had two cocktails from the interesting selection. Barolo Manhattan had Old Forester bourbon, Cocchi Barolo Chinato (an aged Italian bitter), sweet vermouth, dark cherry juice, and cherry bitters. The other was Bourbon Tea: Michters bourbon, tea, lemon juice, apple juice, mint. Both drinks were brought by another person, not my waitress. And in both cases they returned soon after, inquiring how I liked them. Excellent I replied, both times. Also a selection of 12 whisky and bourbon flights: 3 or 4 smaller portions according to a theme: a rye selection, bourbons, single-barrels, and flights featuring specific distillers Maker's Mark, Woodford, etc. There was a small dessert selection and some appealed but I didn't really have room. But also ice cream, a small scoop for $2 and a large for $4. Very reasonable. There's always room for ice cream, right? Jessica didn't remember the flavors and was going to check but I asked her to surprise me - just as long as it's not vanilla. She brought blackberry lavender. A very interesting flavor but the texture was off, a little grainy. A trivial flaw. The ambience of the place couldn't be better. White tablecloths, fresh flowers and a candle on the table, widely spaced tables and moderate noise, a gentle waterfall comprising an entire wall. And when a birthday was celebrated (my neighbor and also another table across the room) it was done tastefully with the waiter quietly arriving with a candled cake and a jazzy instrumental Happy Birthday from the band. None of the stupid chants from the entire waitstaff found in many places these days, more appropriate for Marine bootcamp than a restaurant. The band, a guitar/bass duo, was so nice to listen to. Old jazz instrumentals mostly. I could have stayed all night. In fact I did, waiting until they stopped around 9:00 before leaving, feeling no pressure to vacate. I tipped them well, and not just because they made a valiant attempt at my request for "Poinciana" which they warned me they hadn't played in years. I think they are a house band, playing here regularly.

I like an older restaurant whose stretched their legs and built ties with community…read more Varanese has been on franfort ave for some time. Its a local date night favorite. I took my son on a date and we fancied up. He pulled out chairs for me and ordered our drinks. He was 15. He talked to the waiter about his steak and what the different toppings meant and talked planes with our food neighbor as he wants to be a pilot. That's what this place offers. Community. The food was also stellar, we had creme brulee for dessert both our favorites and my son left a little older, a little more mature. He left with confidence. It was a great experience.

I had a great experience dinning out with my family at Brazeiros in Louisville , Kentucky on…read more October 17th . 2026 We were there to celebrate my granddaughter's 17th birthday which is surprising me that she is growing up so fast . She is beautiful , Highly Intelligent and she works a job has good morls and loves great food. The salad bar , bread for starters all would just melt in your mouth. My Goodness the Meat that was sliced and served simply melted in your mouth and was not greasy or overly spicy tasting but was very delicious. You also have a great selection of meat sliced and served with sides and a wine menu that is simply superb and done with class . Thank you for a wonderful evening with my family .

That photo is the smallest glimpse into this experience. I needed both hands for how fast the meat…read morewas coming! We visited this weekend to celebrate a birthday. It's on the pricier side but if you come hungry, I'd say it's well worth it for the amount you can eat and the quality. You begin with the AYCE salad bar, which has a wide range of olives, cheeses, salad toppings, smoked salmon, and even a delightful cold apple salad and potato salad. When we were seated, hot dishes came quickly. I loved all the sides - fried polenta, fried banana, mashed potatoes and cheese bread. You could request a few additional side items complimentary. I tried the fried yucca and was glad I did. Now, the MEAT! Once you turn your card to green, be ready! There was a constant flow of Gaucho chefs with the different varieties of meat. They were very attentive asking preference on cuts. When I was getting full, I wanted just one last piece of picanha. Not one, not two, but three Gaucho chefs stopped by within approximately one minute asking if there was a particular cut I would like while the first chef had gone back to the kitchen. The service was incredible.

My husband took me here for one of our 12th Anniversary dinners, it was such a fun experience from…read morestart to finish. If you love Brazilian steakhouse style dining, this is definitely a place where you come hungry! There was a great variety of meats coming around, & everything that we tried was flavorful & cooked really well. I especially love the whole experience of having different cuts brought eight to our table. it makes dinner feel like an event rather than just a meal. The atmosphere was calm & the staff was friendly & attentive throughout the evening. It was a really nice choice for a special occasion because you get to relax & try a little bit of everything! Great anniversary dinner, would visit again!

We had the best dining experience tonight at Gaucho Urbano on Hurstbourne Pkwy…read more Brazilian steakhouse with Harvest (think salad ingredients) and Chef's Table (soups and hot sides). Four different experiences to choose from: - Gaucho with 16 different cuts of beef, pork, lamb, chicken and sausages. - Sampler with 10 meat options. - Chicken with 4 different preparations - Harvest & Chef's Table Pricing $59-$35 per person Its a green/red coin on the table kind of place. Green means keep the meats coming. The staff and manager were so attentive and informative. Its a great addition to the Hurstbourne corridor/eastend dining scene. I hope you'll try them soon. www.gauchourbano.com