Went to this little gem of a place today for lunch with my bestie. We both got the classic…read morecheeseburger with fries. Extremely good! Good size portions & we both got full. The young man that served us was as nice as can be. Didn't know this place existed but will be back.

Absolutely beautiful ambiance - they have upgraded the interior from the original graffiti-like…read morevibe to a more upscale place with green vines walls and sleep wooden panels. The service is great even when they get a bit busy. Now the food... can I say it's incredible?! The chef and owner studied abroad in Europe (I believe Italy?) to learn techniques so everything on the menu is great and perfected for taste! This also explains why there is pasta on the menu. We come for the burgers which have never disappointed. You can customize and I recommend both the chicken or beef which are halal options. So good!

Holy Grale is just that. If you're picking something else, you "chose poorly". Delicious beer…read moreselections freaky fresh on tap. Marvelous atmosphere with an interconnected beer garden in the middle. Stunning food offers that shine on their own and sing louder when paired with their beers. The team at holy grale also bring it all together with incredible service. The burger is incredible, but I always come back for the schnitzel platter. I only wish they had a spaetzle to go with it! The fries are proper chippies, thick square cut and long. Crispy outside, fluffy inside. And there are so many dips to choose from. Salads are crisp and light and a marvelous side. I cannot say enough good things. I love the grales.

This place is definitely worth a visit just to see it. Fun spot and a very cool vibe inside. This I…read morebelieve was our 7th stop on our tour of Louisville distilleries and bars. We had a couple cocktails in here and the service was excellent even though it appeared they were filled to capacity. There were 4 of us in our party and we were seated at a table in the corner near the bar. Was definitely a cozy spot with so many people being in there and the bar being full. I had The Holy Ghost cocktail and it was a pomegranate hibiscus sour, it had just the right amount of sour! I do not like bitter drinks and this one was good and easy to drink. My husband had a couple of dark beers, I do not remember which ones but he liked them. They had a nice outdoor area but it was a bit too cool for that but it may be worth a return in the Spring to check it out. Bathroom was also really cool as the decor and theme spilled over into it. We will be back.

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.

I ate at the bar and when deciding on what to eat I looked over and saw this man finishing up his…read morefood and he made it look so delicious I had to ask the waitress what he ordered, so I got the same! I had moules and basquaise entree portion, the waitress recommends as the best seller! It was very filling and came with small sausages that tasted homemade? I'm not entirely sure but it was very delicious paired with bread & lemon & lime, ate my entire plate! I really wish I could do half a Star cause this would've gotten a 4&1/2 but while eating, which I had to with my hands, I noticed the waitresses hang out area is right beside the bar & they were watching me eat which made me feel a bit uncomfortable & the bartender was rude to the waitress so the vibes were a bit off, but other than that would absolutely recommend the short rib grilled cheese, sooooooooo phenomenal! would love to get that next time I go!

Visited Grind Burger Kitchen in Louisville during a family trip and had a pretty mixed experience…read more We arrived around 6:30 PM and were told there would be about an hour wait, which was fine--we're new to town, so we figured we'd walk around and explore while we waited. We were told to come back at 7:00 PM, so we did. When we returned, we were seated, but then told it would be another hour before our order could even be taken and our food brought out. That part was really frustrating--if we had known that upfront when we first put our name down, we could have planned differently. As for the food, it was decent. The burger itself was delicious and definitely the highlight. The fries were very oily but crispy--I personally liked them since I prefer well-done fries, but my daughter wasn't a fan. The layout of the place was also a bit confusing--it took a while to even find the restroom since it was tucked away in another area. Service-wise, I also had to ask for a refill--and only got one--which was disappointing, especially with such a big burger. Overall, spending close to three hours from arrival to finishing our meal just didn't feel worth it, especially with the lack of communication about wait times and limited service. Not a terrible spot food-wise, but the experience could definitely be improved.

I've been to Grind twice before, and had positive experiences, I was disappointed with our lunch…read moretoday. Our waitress was lovely, no complaints with the service. I ordered the burger with pimento cheese and brussels sprouts for my side. I chose diner style (two well done patties), the meat was really salty but overall the burger was tasty. The brussels sprouts are suppose to be cooked in brown butter but they tasted heavily of balsamic vinegar. My partner ordered the Cuban and french fries. He said his Cuban was tasty. The fries were cold and covered in salt... For the burger and sandwich (no drinks) with tip, the meal came out to $50. Feels a bit expensive, extra disappointed that everything was so salty.

I love Toasty's Tavern. I had dinner there on a weeknight with coworkers. We started with a round…read moreof drinks. We all got something different and they were all delicious!! We all got Toasty Burgers for dinner. They were so good! The smash burger, with the seasoned fries, and the homemade ranch were absolutely PERFECT!! Everything was hot, fresh, and cooked to perfection. The waitress we had was wonderful too. She added to our overall experience and was wonderful to meet. I can't wait to go back!

Visiting Louisville and Looking for a Great Burger. Found Toasty's Tavern…read more I tried to call in an order, but the phone went to voicemail. I ordered at the bar. I got it to go. We ordered the Double Cheeseburger with smashed patties, Pop's Pickles, lettuce, griddled onions, and American cheese. Toasty's sauce in the side. Holy Hamburger was it delicious and took me down to hamburger heaven. Juicy, melty cheese, awesome onions, crisp Pop's Pickles, and Incredible flavor. Voted best burger and there's a reason, because it's so freaking delicious. I enjoyed every bite. I did the sauce on the side because I didn't want to mask any of the beef flavor. The Toasty's sauce is good and ketchup and mustard also work. Just an amazing, delicious, incredible burger. We shared an order of fries with the magic dust. They were also really good, but I couldn't eat many because I was full from all that delicious burger. Very good fries. The service was good. I would definitely return if in the area. I have heard the neighborhood is sketchy and we went at night. I didn't feel unsafe and there were people walking around the streets. Always be aware of your surroundings if not from the area.

Divine, lovely, and a crazy good cheeseburger (busted a nut). The fries also just seasoned to…read moreperfection. and the shake was the right consistency and the brownie was moist and other worldly, the only thing that lack luster was the mac and cheese ( didn't bust) but other than that it all i have ever dreamed of.

The food is always good, but drive thru needs to be more attentive. If you order Mac and cheese…read moreyou need a fork.

Stopped in here our first night in town…read more Great burger, friendly staff. Tried the spiced old fashioned(fantastic) and the barrrl aged OF(good but heavy on the oak/bitters flavor profile). Recommended and will definitely stop in the next time we're in town.

Great atmosphere, great service and amazingly food!!…read more A must try for all right by the Yum center.

Have heard about this gem for 20 years but never tried it until last night. Wife and I sat at the…read morebar - love the atmosphere: spacious dive bar with low ceilings and wood paneling. There are also picnic tables out front. You get a faint whiff of the grill/smoker upon entering. Kylie was our bartender and she was fabulous - knowledgeable, friendly, and answered all of our questions with patience. Wife ordered a mango margarita and doesn't like a lot of tequila, so Kylie went half and gave her a shot on the side in case she wanted to add more. It was wonderful. I had a couple of beers. We started with the fried mushrooms, which aren't what you would expect. It's two large portobellos cut into chunks, battered, fried, and served with sun-dried tomato mayo. They were great. I then ordered a duck taco, brisket taco, and a side of Grippo Fries with smoked mayo. I'd never tried duck but that taco was smack-a-lackin'. The brisket taco was also good, and the fries were fantastic - sweet and spicy, fresh cut, and crispy. Wife ordered a pork belly slider and truffle fries. She enjoyed the slider but didn't care for the fries - just not her thing. The portions here are large. A side of fries will feed three people. We took a hefty portion of them home, as well as some of the mushrooms. We could've sat there at the bar and spent 3 hours socializing and enjoying a smattering of cocktails - love the setting. Look forward to going back and trying one of the burgers at some point.

As soon as I moved to the Louisville area and stated asking for restaurant recommendations,…read moreeveryone would rave about Hammerheads. Hammerheads this, duck fat fries that. I was going to a UofL women's basketball game and I FINALLY was able to make it here. I went a little overboard on the food, but everything sounded so good! I really loved the pork belly slider and the duck tacos. Mac and cheese balls always slap. Then there are the famous duck fat fries. The portion is substantial, I was thrilled with that. Flavor wise they did not change my life like I was hoping they would. Still ate them all. The locale is super unassuming from the street, but inside it is really cool, divey, and broody. The staff was super sweet and helped me get in and out efficiently so I could make it to the game. Would absolutely recommend, would absolutely come back, and would absolutely bring friends here.

Kaelin's has been serving burgers for decades. Family friendly, indoor, patio, and bar seating,…read moredine in or take away. All the burgers are delicious. Make sure to save room for a malt shake!

Took another client here today and like always, amazing!…read more My client said on the way out the door that he had never been there before but was bringing the family. Great food and amazing service!!

My mom and I tried this spot recently on a Thursday evening. And let me start by saying we will be…read moreback!! The customer service was great, food was hot and fresh and the ambience was relaxing. Loved watching the world go by from our seat, surrounded by a nostalgic feeling. We split meals she got the chicken tenders and I got the chicken bacon loaded macaroni. It was all very delicious! We got take out for our husbands one got sliders and the other fish and chips and even after a car ride home they loved their meals. A great spot for any occasion and would be able to accommodate larger parties!

Small private parking lot. Street parking…read more Good location with sidewalks. Good for groups, has patio area and seating at the bar. TVs around the restaurant I would consider this a "dive"