Best Restaurants for Foodies in South Louisville

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1. Volare Italian Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(4123)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Frankfort Ave - Crescent Hill

Booked 25 times today

Discover and savor Italian at its finest!Whether you choose to dine in our main dining area, year-round patio, or private dining facility; Volare boasts an intimate and beautiful setting.Come experience the ultimate in entertaining… a special occasion at Volare. Inspired cuisine, beautiful surroundings and impeccable service are the hallmarks of a great event. You deserve nothing less, and we promise even more.

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2. Guacamole Modern Mexican

4.8

Exceptional(1757)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • East Market St - NuLu

Booked 45 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.

3. Proof on Main

4.5

Awesome(3737)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown Louisville

Booked 27 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.

4. Paseo

4.7

Exceptional(217)

Price: Expensive

• Global, International • Highlands - Bardstown Rd / Taylorsville Rd

Booked 10 times today

Paseo is a foodie paradise, offering a unique dining experience inspired by Middle Eastern and Mediterranean flavors. Reviewers rave about the restaurant's 'exceptionally unique experience', 'delicious and different menu', and 'excellent food, great atmosphere'. The menu is filled with innovative yet simple signature dishes like the 'Spicy Greens & Charred Beans Salad' and 'NY Strip Steak'. The ambiance is described as 'casual, light yet modern elegance' with 'professional' interior decor. The restaurant's commitment to sourcing ingredients from local purveyors, like Field Day Farm, adds to its appeal.

5. Le Moo

4.6

Exceptional(5691)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Highlands - Bardstown Rd / Taylorsville Rd

Booked 81 times today

Louisville’s locally owned “Le Moo” is a dimly lit ambiance inspiring an elevated yet unstuffy menu of fine steakhouse fare +100 bourbons, yet there’s no jacket required. A must-do for dinner + brunch in Lou, KY.-Food Network “Top 25 Steakhouses in America”, -“Best Boozy Brunch”, Readers Choice“ Go ultra-luxe at Le Moo with a unique chef's tableside presentation of theMiyazaki Wagyu, a Grade A5, marble score-10 cut from Miyazaki, Japan, considered the best steak in the world. Mark the moment with a complimentary certificate of authenticity featuring an official nose-print from the cattle and the option to add your fingerprint.”“ Next-level things by calling ahead and requesting to dine at Le Moo's one-of-a-kind vintage Louis Vuitton booth, which is made with 17 pieces of vintage luggage and accommodates four to five diners.” - OpenTable Editorial TeamBest in Louisville for Birthday dinner celebrations due to the ‘your age off your steak’ deal and the special experience surprises.

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6. Sway - Hyatt Regency Louisville

4.0

Excellent(405)

Price: Moderate

• Southern • Downtown Louisville

Booked 1 time today

Located on the lobby level of the Hyatt Regency Louisville in Downtown Louisville Kentucky, Sway opened on April 19th, 2012, featuring our unique farm to fork concept, as well as an open air restaurant, and an inviting patio putting you in the action on 4th Street. Located Across from the entertainment venue of 4th Street Live you can experience a great meal and some drinks before enjoying the nightlife offered at one of the many "hot spots" it has to offer. Please call us at 502-217-6028 for reservations for parties larger than 6.

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7. Brendon's Catch 23

4.8

Exceptional(3107)

Price: Very Expensive

• Seafood • Downtown Louisville

Booked 14 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

8. The Fat Lamb

4.6

Exceptional(1235)

Price: Expensive

• American • Highlands - Bardstown Rd / Taylorsville Rd

Booked 18 times today

The Fat Lamb is a Mediterranean-inspired restaurant located in Louisville, Kentucky. It was opened in 2016 by Chef Dallas McGarity, who serves as the executive chef and owner. The restaurant is known for its focus on using locally sourced ingredients and for its unique combination of Mediterranean flavors with Southern influences. The menu at The Fat Lamb features a variety of small plates, entrees, and seasonal specials, and is known for its rotating selection of meats and seafood dishes. The restaurant also has a strong emphasis on wine and cocktail, featuring a curated list of wines that complement the Mediterranean cuisine. The Fat Lamb has been well-reviewed by critics and is considered to be one of the best restaurants in Louisville. It's widely known for its cozy and welcoming atmosphere, making it a popular spot for a romantic dinner or casual night out with friends.

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9. Seviche A Latin Restaurant - Highlands

4.7

Exceptional(2694)

Price: Expensive

• Latin American • Highlands - Bardstown Rd / Taylorsville Rd

Booked 16 times today

Seviche is Nuevo Latino, an eclectic mix of the traditional flavors of Latin American cuisine and its influences infused into new contemporary dishes. Our chef creates new exciting flavorful dishes based on his heritage and formal training. Chef Anthony Lamas has received national acclaim, John Mariani of Esquire Magazine exclaims "Seviche has emerged as one of America's best and most innovative Nuevo Latino-style restaurants, with plenty of the chef's personality packed into every dish." Seviche has received 4 stars from local food critics and continues to be a stand out among Louisville's top independent restaurants. We have just completed an extensive renovation and expansion. New features include updated bar area, cocktail lounge, state of the art restrooms and 60 person private dining room.

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10. River House Restaurant & Raw Bar

4.7

Exceptional(7350)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Downtown Louisville

Booked 68 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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John
Indiana •7 reviews
5.0
Dined today
The food and service were great. We got there earlier than expected and they were able to seat us immediately. We had sea bass & duck breasts and it was outstanding.
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Volare Italian RestaurantPrice: Moderate• Italian• Frankfort Ave - Crescent Hill
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4.8
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Jessica
Indiana •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Excellent experience. The Waghu steak was amazing as were the drinks. Michael the bartender makes fabulous cocktails
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PaseoPrice: Expensive• Global, International• Highlands - Bardstown Rd / Taylorsville Rd
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4.7
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Joshua
Chicago / Illinois •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
What a menu! Make sure to start with the amuse bouche, the mini arancini was perfect. The mushrooms appetizer is unlike any I've had; warm, cold, crispy, umami, tangy, creamy. The trout was warm and briney but offset by a beautiful char on the skin. Fantastic dining experience, exceptional vibes. Can't wait to come back next time I'm in Lousiville.
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Proof on MainPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Downtown Louisville
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4.5
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Alicia
Central Kentucky •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Overall, we were very happy with everything at Le Moo. The only thing I would not write this experience as a five out of five is the speed of getting our food. It took quite a while to get our appetizer and soup. And within about two minutes of receiving those items, our entrées arrived. I don’t mind if we are still finishing up our appetizer when we get our entrée, but at this point, we had barely begun. And to be honest, the table really just wasn’t big enough for all of our items at once. Otherwise everything was superb. And even though it took a little bit to get our appetizer and soup, our server was very good. I could tell she was very busy. Also, because they are celebrating their 10th birthday, you get a toast of champagne when they walk you to your table. That was an awesome touch. Thank you so much for that. We will be back for sure!
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Le MooPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Highlands - Bardstown Rd / Taylorsville Rd
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4.6
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Central Kentucky •12 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
This restaurant is amazing! You should definitely go here for a meal and an experience. The food and drinks were delicious. The entire staff were so energetic, kind, and full of recommendations. We celebrated a birthday and had a phenomenal experience
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Guacamole Modern MexicanPrice: Moderate• Mexican• East Market St - NuLu
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4.8

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14 restaurants available nearby

1. Volare Italian Restaurant

2. Guacamole Modern Mexican

3. Proof on Main

4. Paseo

5. Le Moo

6. Sway - Hyatt Regency Louisville

7. Brendon's Catch 23

8. The Fat Lamb

9. Seviche A Latin Restaurant - Highlands

10. River House Restaurant & Raw Bar

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