We were looking for a casual spot to eat before we headed over to the Louisville Slugger Museum and…read morewe are so glad we found this cute spot. I opted for one of their daily quiche's which was excellent - although it was spinach and artichoke...and no artichoke was found. Our friend got the french toast and it was absolutely massive...and so, so delicious. Coffee was scrumptious and all their homemade pastries looked delightful!

Beautiful location, quick service, delicious pastries. One of the best spots downtown to pop in for…read morea quick breakfast. Counter service is speedy, although it's an odd set up so that you have to maneuver out of line to see the whole pastry case. You can't go wrong with anything on the menu. Their maple pecan bear claw dipped in coffee is one of my favorite things on this planet.

We were in town for a volleyball tournament and needed a restaurant that could accommodate a large…read moreteam meal, so I called to ask about seating for about 25 people. Paul answered the phone, and it turned out he is the executive chef. From that very first conversation, he was incredibly welcoming, confident, and accommodating, assuring me it would be no problem. When we arrived, we were greeted by the friendly hostess and Paul himself, which immediately made us feel welcome. Our waitress, Jessica, was truly exceptional. She was organized, attentive, and handled our large group effortlessly. Jessica kept everything running smoothly, checked on us often, and made sure every order was correct and timely -- all with a great attitude and a smile. Her service made a huge difference in our experience. The food and drinks came out promptly, everything was delicious, and the portions were generous. The blueberry muffins were amazing! We loved everything about this location and were so impressed by how seamlessly they accommodated our group. Highly recommend, especially for teams or large groups. Outstanding service, great food, and a fantastic overall experience!

Visiting Kentucky for the first time and wanted just coffee, but got distracted by this place on my…read moreway to Main Street. The food, staff and service was overwhelmingly gooood

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.

David is an awesome bartender, really knows his stuff and haz great tips for visiting Louisville…read more The vibe is very chill...so cool!

This was our first time eating at the Wild Swan. When choosing a place for dinner I saw The Wild…read moreSwan had swordfish. My wife love swordfish fish and it is not on many menus so it was the winner. When we arrived parking was a challenge. We circled the block and lucked into a spot on the street. There is velvet parking too. The restaurant is on the lower level of the Darby hotel and there is no exterior sign for the restaurant. The decor has a speak easy vibe and is very nice. We had a reservation and seated immediately. We started with their version of a Bee's Knees cocktail for$17 each. They were delicious!! My wife had two before we left. She ordered the swordfish for $38 and I had the steak frites for $45. Both were very well done and simply amazing! We skipped desert and agreed we would be back.

For those with ADHD and won't read past the first sentence...this place is a 9.5/10!!!…read more For those who read more than the first sentence...this is a service counter restaurant with no servers. You order at the window, take a buzzer, get your drinks and find somewhere to sit. We (a party of 4) showed up around 11 on a Sunday morning and the line was already out the door. We had a hard time deciding what to order because everything we saw coming out before us looked just as delicious as the last. After the owner greeted us and gave a run down while in line, we settled on the shrimp and grits, steak and eggs, bread pudding french toast with a side of bacon, and a chicken and bacon croissant sandwich. (I wanted to order the biscuits and gravy weekend feature but they were already sold out.) The girl at the register was polite but very soft spoken so we had trouble hearing what she said. The coffee was the perfect temperature for drinking immediately without scalding yourself, and the different flavorings and types of milk/cream to choose from was a major plus! There were no complaints about any of our food except the steak was a bit under seasoned. I had the french toast, and, in my opinion, is enough for 2 people. There was a bit too much whipped buttercream for me but I was able to rake off majority, and the fruit that came on top was so fresh! The bacon was thick sliced and 3 of my 4 pieces were cooked perfectly to my liking - not too crispy, not too soft! We all were part of the clean plate club after eating because the food was that good! I wished now we would have taken pics of our food before eating! It's a shame it came up as #16 on my Yelp search because it wasn't even the least bit on my radar for our breakfast spot. But luckily, the tag line, "The second best thing you can do in the morning", caught the attention of one our male guests Definitely will be back when the chance arises!

I got the chicken bacon croissant. The chicken was crispy, but the meat was kind of chewy. The…read morebacon had some honey on it, which was the best part. I substituted a croissant instead of Texas toast, which was recommended, but the croissant was basic -nothing special. Atmosphere is good and service was quick. Don't think I'll go out of my way to go back for breakfast.

What a great place to start your day with some great tasting food, coffee and a warm welcome smile!…read more Order your food as you enter, then pick a table. Service is warm and friendly. Food comes out in a timely manner. Had the Belly Buster and coffee OMG, the thing was huge and couldn't finish it Definitely recommend this place

Loved it! We were in a rush to go on a bourbon tasting tour on a Friday morning, and this was near…read moreour hotel. I ordered The Rockwell, plus an Old Fashioned (hair of the dog, etc). The drink was stiff and delicious, the biscuit was perfectly buttery and delicious, and the chicken was mega tender. There was a bit of a line to order, but it moved quickly and the staff brought out the food much more quickly than I expected. Definitely would be back for breakfast next time I'm in Louisville.

Amazing burger but the sweet potato fried with the pineapple sauce is to due for. Executive chef…read moreChris made a stop very nice. Waitress Jas very attentive to the table. Very nice restaurant. Will definitely stop again.

This is my preferred location of Mussel and Burger Bar - plus the experience visiting this week…read moreprior to a show was stress free. I'm definitely going to make this restaurant a top option for downtown events. While they don't do reservations, you can dial them for a call ahead. We were seat d and taken care of right away. My Spanish Blue burger was delicious, and still juicy cooked medium well. I loved their sweet potato fries and smoked pineapple dipping sauce, and my IPA beer was cold. My son got the BBB burger and swapped his side for onion rings. Nothing left on the plate! We had a lovely server and she took great care of us, and laughed at our jokes. I appreciated that she made sure we were checked out in plenty of time to walk over to Kentucky Center. Street parking with meters are available or you can easily walk there from several parking garages or other hotels and venues.

First time eating at Morning Fork, and we had a great experience. We were able to make reservations…read moreonline the same day, which I highly recommend. The restaurant has a back parking lot and on street parking - the restaurant is quite large with two indoor seating areas and outdoor patio seating. The menu is large with a big brunch menu, lunch and entree options and kid's menu. We started with the s'mores hot chocolate and apple cider mimosas. The hot chocolate was pipping hot and delicious topped with toasted marshmallows. The apple cider mimosas had a weird flavor, I would recommend going with another fruit juice option. We ordered the kids buttered noodles with waffle on the side - big wide noodles that were swimming in butter. My son thought it was too much butter but loved the type of noodles. The waffle was good - not very sweet but he enjoyed it. My daughter loved the chicken and waffles entree, but I thought the portion was a bit small for an adult entree. The chicken was freshly breaded but the waffle was on the smaller side. The sandwiches and soups were delicious - we had the club which was filled with ham and turkey and the perfect amount of mayo. The tomato soup was creamy and so satisfying. The Ruben was a good size and stuffed with corned beef and melty cheese! Overall we had a great experience- a bit on the pricey side. It was $94 before tip at lunch.

From the outside, this place looks like a normal house in the Highlands of Louisville, which…read morehonestly adds to its charm. You enter from the back, and right away the staff greeted us warmly. We had a party of four and were seated quickly. The inside was beautiful with a great atmosphere definitely a cozy and welcoming vibe. Our server came to us in under a minute very fast, professional, and attentive. I ordered the cinnamon roll as an appetizer, and for my main breakfast I had the banana bread French toast, biscuits with eggs and cheese, and orange juice. The orange juice was amazing super fresh, natural, and sweet. The cinnamon roll was good (not the best I've ever had, but still enjoyable). The food overall was solid. The banana bread French toast was really good, the eggs were cooked well, and the biscuits and gravy were also very tasty. On the downside, one of the plates came out a little dirty, which wasn't great to see. Other than that, the place itself was clean, the staff was friendly, and the experience was enjoyable overall. Rating: 4/5 stars

This venue was our monthly dining club's choice for a fantastic Sunday brunch. Our group of twelve…read morewas seated in a private dining space separate from the large dining room and this enabled us to have great conversation in a quieter setting. Our waitstaff were all friendly and the general manager also visited our table to provide some historical information about the business and building. Excellent experience! The brunch buffet was delicious with fruit bar, hot dishes, dessert bar, and an omelet station. All items were well stocked, fresh, tasty, and appealing presentation. We were allowed to tour the building following our brunch, which was also an amazing and fortunate experience. Thank you is owed to all of the staff who enabled us to have such a wonderful visit.

In Louisville and decided to check out the Brown Hotel and try the world-famous Hot Brown…read more The hotel itself is beautful and well-maintained. When it's said "they don't make them like this anymore", this place is what they mean. Ornate, elaborate and straight out of another era. I didn't stay at the Brown, so don't know what the rooms are like but if the lobby is an indication, I think it would be pretty cool. Stopped into J. Graham's on a Weds afternoon at 12:30. It was about half full. Service is quick and friendly. From looking around the room, it seemed that most people ordered the Hot Brown even though there is an extensive menu of other options. The Hot Brown is an open-faced turkey sandwich. A thick slice of turkey is served over thick-sliced bread. The turkey is covered with mornay (béchamel with Gruyère cheese), topped with bacon, sprinkled with parmasean and broiled in a gratin-dish, served with a roasted tomato. It's gooey and cheesy, turkey moist and tender, bacon crisp. Very hearty, very filling. Unique, definitely worth trying. Not sure I'm having another one, but glad I experienced it.

One of the best breakfast spots in Louisville -- Foko never disappoints. The coffee is excellent…read more(their cortados are a highlight and has become a regular coffee order around town), and the menu brings creative Southern-Mexican fusion flavors that hit every time. I almost always get the Wake Up Burrito, which is loaded and satisfying, but I've heard great things about the breakfast sando, chilaquiles, and pancakes from friends too. The space has a cool, artistic vibe, the staff is welcoming, and it's the kind of place you want to linger at with a second cup of coffee. Whether you're a local or visiting, put this on your list!

I went to Foko after hearing nonstop hype about it being one of the absolute best breakfast spots…read morein Louisville. The place is positioned as this incredible Mexican breakfast destination, so I figured it had to be something special. Turns out it's just standard Mexican food and drinks. Even if they were using using "the freshest most highest quality ingredients", it doesn't show in the final product at all. Heres what i got: The Espresso Martini ($14) was actually decent--nice and foamy with a solid chocolate note. The Carajillo ($8), on the other hand, was weak. It tasted like plain iced coffee with zero detectable alcohol. I wouldn't order it again. The Wake Up Burrito $14: their biggest hype item. I got it and added chorizo for $3.50, bringing the total to nearly $17.50. It's sausage, cheese, eggs, and beans wrapped up--pretty good, but nothing groundbreaking. Without their green sauce it's completely average, no different from any regular breakfast burrito at a diner. The green sauce itself is what really the only saving grace, but they serve it in tiny thimble-size portions like they're guarding some secret recipe. So for $18 you get a medium-size burrito plus a couple of fried tortillas with cheese on the side. Compare that to mexican spot like Bandito, where the burritos are twice the size and cost much less. This one is seriously overrated. The Chilaquiles - I got the side order of these with the burrito, and were average at best. Just fried tortillas with cheese and a little sauce that had a slightly sour edge. Not bad, but nothing I'd call amazing. I thought to myself, if these had egg and beans(what the main dish has) , would I have been glad to pay $17? The answer is no. Ive had better at the airport. Bottom line: Foko is incredibly overrated. It feels like a tourist trap built for people for those Luisville people who who don't eat much Mexican food and think this is the pinnacle. I get it, the decor is nice and gives that "premium" feel but the prices are way too high for what you actually get. I won't be back.