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A photo of Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse - Louisville restaurant
1. Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse - Louisville
4.9
Exceptional(6861)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steak • Downtown Louisville
Booked 94 times today
The first & only steakhouse of its kind in the Louisville area, Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse serves only dry-aged USDA prime beef. While steak is the foundation of the menu, Jeff Ruby's promises to please seafood lovers as well with its raw/sushi bar & seafood entrees.Jeff Ruby regulars will be pleased to know that their favorite signature items from the Cincinnati restaurants will be well represented in Louisville. The bone-in filet, the 7 cheese baked macaroni, creamed spinach, truffle flake, & of course Jeff Ruby's secret recipe cheesecake are all staples of the Louisville menu.Styled after the great NY steakhouses of the 1930s & '40s, Jeff Ruby's promises to be as pleasing visually as it is to the palate. French art-deco design, plush mohair upholstery, hand-selected antique furniture, and cinematic crystal chandeliers anchored by a 1950s-era antique are featured in the Starz series Magic City and the 32-foot wall of wine.
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2. River House Restaurant & Raw Bar
4.7
Exceptional(7355)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Downtown Louisville
Booked 27 times today
River House Restaurant and Raw Bar is Louisville’s premiere riverfront dining destination. It is the vision of award-winning chef and restaurateur John Varanese and seats 330 in its main dining room, raw bar, and patio. Guests experience a charming “home like” atmosphere as they enter the restaurant from the front porch garden area. Enter through a 20-foot tall by 40-foot wide water wall, and enjoy intimate decor, and a floor-to-ceiling glass wall overlooking the back courtyard and river, River House is open 7 days a week for lunch and dinner. The menu features regional cuisine with a Southern flair and an emphasis on fresh seafood including Grilled Oysters on the Half Shell, BBQ Braised Beef Short Rib, and the Maker’s Mark Bourbon Barrel Smoked Salmon. Our 15 foot raw bar features assorted raw oysters, king crab, and jumbo shrimp. Reservations are recommended. We look forward to serving you!
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3. Guacamole Modern Mexican
4.8
Exceptional(1761)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • East Market St - NuLu
Booked 29 times today
Guacamole Modern Mexican is Louisville’s destination for authentic Mexican cuisine with a modern twist. Our award-winning chefs have created a menu that typifies the best of Mexican food and cocktails while still bringing their own inimitable style and personality to the plate and glass. Immerse yourself in the ambiance of our one of a kind restaurant featuring handcrafted cocktails, fresh ingredients, and contemporary vibes.
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4. Swizzle
4.5
Awesome(2111)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Downtown Louisville
Booked 31 times today
Swizzle is a fantastic spot for special occasions. With its prime location in downtown Louisville and stunning views, it's a perfect place to celebrate birthdays, anniversaries, and more. Customers rave about the 'beautiful setting', 'amazing service', and 'delicious food'. It's also praised for its 'unique surroundings' and 'excellent specialty cocktails'. The menu is well-thought-out, catering to every palate and offering a diverse range of flavors. So, if you're looking for a special place to make your celebration unforgettable, Swizzle is definitely worth considering.
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5. Vincenzo's Italian Restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(3684)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Downtown Louisville
Booked 29 times today
Available for Carry-Out! Contact us at 502-580-1350 Established in 1986, by Vincenzo and Agostino Gabriele, Vincenzo's is an award-winning restaurant, located at 150 S. Fifth Street, in downtown Louisville, which specializes in Authentic Northern Italian Cuisine. Vincenzo's was rated the #22nd Best Restaurant in America by Yahoo Cuisine January 2020, and The Best Italian Restaurant in Kentucky by The Daily Meal in May 2020! Specializing in Table-Side food preparation and flaming specialty desserts and coffees!
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6. Proof on Main
4.5
Awesome(3738)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Downtown Louisville
Booked 21 times today
The ingredients in our menus reflect the region’s sustainable farmers and producers with a soulful and honest approach showcasing the bounty of the Ohio River Valley. Housed in five historic buildings in downtown Louisville, Proof on Main is part of 21c Museum Hotels, the award-winning boutique hotel and restaurant group. The dining room is one of the most striking public spaces in the city, with rotating, contemporary art exhibitions by local and internationally-acclaimed artists alike.
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7. Bob's Steak & Chop House - Louisville
4.8
Exceptional(1426)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Downtown Louisville
Booked 7 times today
Bob's Steak & Chop House - Omni Louisville is a special occasion restaurant with rave reviews. With an atmosphere that is 'perfect for special occasions' and 'fantastic service', it's a top choice for celebrations. One reviewer even said it's their 'favorite restaurant for anniversaries'. The food is described as 'exceptional', 'delicious' and 'cooked exactly the way we requested', making it a must-visit for steak lovers.
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8. Brendon's Catch 23
4.8
Exceptional(3114)
Price: Very Expensive
• Seafood • Downtown Louisville
Booked 5 times today
Brendon's Catch 23 features the freshest seafood flown in daily, with steak, low country and hand held options, as well as signature craft cocktails.For your special events or corporate meetings, Brendon's Catch 23 offers five (5) exclusive private dining rooms. The private dining rooms are equipped with HDMI hookups and mobile projection capabilities. Our largest private dining room features a double-sided fireplace for that elegant and relaxing dining experience. The full menu or personalized menu packages are offered for groups. The bar features a soft seating lounge area for relaxing while enjoying our variety of hand crafted unique cocktails. Our Bachelor Fix and Brendon’s 1081 are two of our specialty cocktails and a great addition to any dining experience.  Brendon’s Catch 23 Rare Reserve, and allocated wines is a Sommelier driven, menu centric wine list designed to compliment the fresh Seafood, prime steaks and low country items featured on o
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9. Brooklyn and The Butcher
4.7
Exceptional(2362)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • New Albany
Booked 18 times today
Brooklyn and The Butcher is a highly-rated modern steakhouse, perfect for special occasions. As reviews consistently highlight, it's a go-to place for celebrations like wedding anniversaries, birthdays, and date nights. The ambiance is praised for being classy, elegant, and peaceful. The food receives high praise, with special mentions of big steaks and mouth-watering desserts. The service is described as attentive, friendly, and efficient.
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10. Bristol Bar & Grille - Downtown
4.3
Awesome(1008)
Price: Moderate
• American • Downtown Louisville
Booked 12 times today
Home of the Green Chili Wontons, Louisville’s favorite guilty pleasure, Bristol Bar & Grille has been the city’s neighborhood restaurant since 1977. Original menu dishes include the classic Bristol Burger and aged, charbroiled New York Strip steak as well as favorites like Pork Dijonnaise and Theresa’s Sweet Chili Linguine. We source many of our ingredients from local farmers. An award-winning Sunday brunch buffet features made-to-order waffles, Weisenberger grits, fried chicken and a build your own Bloody Mary Bar. Bristol Bar & Grille Master Sommelier, Scott Harper, crafted an extensive wine menu to pair with each dish. Certified Bourbon Stewards are on hand to answer any questions about our native spirit. Bristol Bar & Grille downtown is located on the heart of Main Street. A member of the Urban Bourbon Trail, we are perfect for business lunches, family dinners, date night and private events. Walking distance from many of Louisville’s top attractions. Outdoor seating is available.
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  • JOHN
    Central Kentucky •14 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Always enjoy a fantastic experience at JR’s. Bryan took care of us. We love going here. We never feel rushed. The steaks were fantastic. All of the servers are very helpful and patient! Thank you for another fabulous dinner.
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    Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse - LouisvillePrice: Very Expensive• Steak• Downtown Louisville
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    4.9
  • Deborahvip
    Central Kentucky •224 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Absolutely had a marvelous time with my daughter! The food, esp the mahi mahi tacos, were delicious! Our server, was so nice and patient. I’m sorry I’m not able to spell his name. We ate at 10 pm in the room with swings! So much fun! 🤗
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    Guacamole Modern MexicanPrice: Moderate• Mexican• East Market St - NuLu
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    4.8
  • Jason
    Indiana •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Mark and all of his support staff were excellent! Food was top-notch, and recommendations were spot on!!
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    Vincenzo's Italian RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Italian• Downtown Louisville
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    4.8
  • Dana
    New York City •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    What a WOW view from one of the rotating dining rooms! We thoroughly enjoyed splurging for our anniversary dinner at Swizzle. The calamari appetizer was excellent, as was the wedge salad which they kindly split for us. And basket of warm bread - yum! My husband now lists their Tomahawk Pork Chop in his top ten - super tender, perfectly cooked. I had the scallops - also perfectly cooked with the grits, peas, and fried onions accompaniments - wonderful. Considering it was a super busy night at the restaurant, we felt very well taken care of by the wait staff. Also, if you aren't staying at the hotel or Ubering, use the restaurant valet for $10.00. A great deal for parking, and our car was waiting for us at the curb when we were done with dinner.
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    SwizzlePrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Downtown Louisville
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    4.5
  • Amanda
    Greensboro / Winston Salem / Highpoint •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on 18 Nov 2024
    This was TRULY the best experience at a restaurant that our group has ever had. Our waiter, Daniel, was an absolute star. He was fantastic- attentive but not pushy, kind, excellent at his job, and just all around the best. The food was unbelievable. We had a variety of seafood, steak, and drinks and it was ALL incredible. Kudos to the chef on all fronts. You also can’t beat the views of the Ohio River! Gorgeous ambiance- sit on the deck if you can! All around 5 stars!!
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    River House Restaurant & Raw BarPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Downtown Louisville
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    4.7

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