Named one of the "foodiest" towns in America by Bon Appétit, Louisville has no shortage of excellent restaurants, many whose menus present locally-sourced ingredients in new ways.
Repeatedly voted Best Restaurant, Jack Fry's is located in the Highlands and the perfect pick for a special occasion, like your first night in Louisville. If foie gras and $30 entrees seem intimidating, the burger is a solid and absolutely affordable choice. Another favorite for a fancy night out (and a great burger) is Proof on Main, part of 21C Museum Hotel.
Don't miss Louisville's international fare, like Mayan Café and its salbutes, the out-of-the-way Vietnam Kitchen and Queen of Sheba, our only Ethiopian restaurant. Ramsi's Café on the World includes dishes from all around the globe, but be prepared for a wait any night of the week. If you're craving Cuban, check out Havana Rumba.
Finally, if you're looking for something quick, stop by Papalino's for a slice of New York-style pizza.
1007 Bardstown Road
Upscale, business casual traditional American food...
702 West Main Street
21c Hotel and Museum restaurant...
813 East Market Street
Mayan essential ingredients in original dishes...
947 Baxter Avenue
New York-style pizza late into the night...
1293 Bardstown Road
Extensive menu of international dishes...
5339 Mitscher Avenue
Best Vietnamese in city, off the beaten track...
4115 Oechsli Avenue
Cuban food; discount drinks on Mondays and Tuesdays...
2804 Taylorsville Road
Ethiopian restaurant...
318 Wallace Avenue
Small restaurant; possibly best Thai food in town; affordable...
1359 Bardstown Road
Argentine restaurant in the Highlands...
614 Baxter Avenue
Pizza place with late night delivery until 4:30 a.m...
614 Baxter Avenue
Pizza place with late night delivery until 4:30 a.m...
2216 Dundee Road
Casual dining; pizza, pasta, calzones, salads; two locations...
2101 Frankfort Avenue
Bagels, coffee and lunch...
2868 Frankfort Avenue
Bakery and cafe serving breakfast, lunch and tapas (on Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings)...
120 South 1st Street
Tea shop with Appalachian food...