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440 Main, Bowling Green, KY

440 Main

4.7
4.7
22 Reviews
$31 to $50
Southern

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 1 time today
  • Good for business meals
  • Good for groups
  • Neighbourhood gem
440 Main, located in Bowling Green, Kentucky, offers American cuisine with a focus on Creole fare. The restaurant prides itself on serving fresh seafood and authentic Cajun and Creole meals. 440 Main offers occasional live entertainment as well as a private area available to rent for special events.




Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Southern, Cajun, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (270) 793-0450
  • Website
    http://www.440main.com/
  • Payment Options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Chef Lee Hunt
  • Private party facilities
    We have several banquet rooms including the Main Dining Room, Rear Semi-Private Dining Room, and Upstairs Private Banquet Room. For information about these experiences, please contact the restaurant directly and speak with our events coordinator.
  • Location
    440 E Main Ave, Bowling Green, KY 42101-6911
  • Area
    Bowling Green
  • Cross Street
    On Fountain Square at the corner of State & Main.
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    There are bus stops downtown in Bowling Green. Just google GoBGTransit.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Offers

  • Happy Hour at 440

    Multiple dates available
    Tue - Thu - 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
    Discover our best at discounted prices from 4-6pm Tuesday through Friday on the bar side! We have $1 Off all Bottled Beers - $4 House Wine - $4 Margaritas - $3 Off Appetizers - $6 Signature Cocktails.

Menu

Starters

  • Deviled Eggs USD 9.00

    House Made Deviled Eggs, Chopped Bacon, Cajun Dust, Bread & Butter Jalapeños

    • Cajun Spring RollsUSD 9.00

      Andouille Sausage, Chicken, Cheddar Jack Cheese, Mango Barbeque Sauce

      • Barbeque ShrimpUSD 12.00

        Gulf Shrimp, Worcestershire, Garlic Butter, Spicy Herb Blend, Jalapeño Cheese Grits

        • Tuna Tartare USD 16.00

          Sliced Cucumber, Avocado Mash, Poke Style Tuna, Sesame Seed, Wakame, Sweet Soy & Spicy Yum Yum Drizzle, Wontons

          • Gumbo

            Rich Dark Roux with Chicken, Andouille Sausage, Okra, Celery, Onions, Peppers and Rice

            • CupUSD 3.50
            • BowlUSD 4.50

          • Fried Burrata USD 15.00

            Fresh Italian Burrata, Piquillo Pepper Romesco, Parmesan, Basil, Garlic Toast

            • Charcuterie BoardUSD 17.00

              Chef’s Choice of Cured Meats, Cheeses, Crostini, Assorted Jams & Spreads

              • Spinach Artichoke Dip USD 10.00

                Spinach, Artichoke Hearts, Béchamel, Mozzarella, Roasted Red Pepper Garnish, Crostini

                Signature Side Salads

                Add Garden or Caesar Salad $3.95

                • Spinach Salad USD 6.00

                  Baby Spinach, Sweet Spicy Glazed Pecans, Gorgonzola Cheese, Balsamic Vinaigrette

                  • Grilled Caesar USD 9.00

                    Grilled Romaine, Grape Tomatoes, Caesar Dressing , Parmesan, Croutons

                    • Caesar Salad USD 5.00

                      Romaine, Caesar Dressing, Parmesan, Brioche Bread Crumbs

                      • Garden Salad USD 5.00

                        Spring Mix, Grape Tomatoes, Red Onion, Carrot, Cucumber, Choice of Dressing

                        Hand Cut Steaks

                        Accompanied with Garlic Mashed Potatoes

                        • Filet Mignon

                          USDA Choice Roasted Garlic Butter

                          • 6 ozUSD 23.95
                          • 10 ozUSD 29.95

                        • Filet Au PoivreUSD 30.00

                          Limited Availability Medallions of Filet Mignon, Peppercorn Crust, Cognac Cream Reduction

                          • RibeyeUSD 40.00

                            USDA Choice Henry Bain Sauce 16 oz

                            Optional Side Items

                            • Potatoes Au Gratin with Goat CheeseUSD 2.95

                              • Jalapeno Cheese GritsUSD 2.95

                                • Broccolini with Lemon ButterUSD 2.95

                                  • Roasted Garlic Brussel SproutsUSD 2.95

                                    • Roasted Garlic Mashed PotatoesUSD 2.95

                                      • Creamed SpinachUSD 2.95

                                        • Sautéed Portobello MushroomsUSD 2.95

                                          • Sweet Potatoes with Pecans & Toasted MerinqueUSD 6.95

                                            • Gourmet Macaroni & CheeseUSD 8.95

                                              Seafood & Bayou

                                              Add Garden or Caesar Salad $3.95; Add Spinach Salad $4.95

                                              • Romesco Seafood PastaUSD 21.95

                                                Fresh Fish, Shrimp and Sea Scallops over Fresh House Made Fettuccine with Summer Romesco Sauce. Fennel, Pickled Red Onion and Fontina Cheese

                                                • Southern Style Crab CakesUSD 19.95

                                                  Pan Seared Jumbo Crab Cakes topped with Sweet Pepper Relish. Served with Sauce Remoulade and Garlic Roasted Brussel Sprouts

                                                  • Bourbon SalmonUSD 19.95

                                                    Pan Seared Atlantic Salmon with a Bourbon Honey Glaze. Served on a Bourbon Barrel Plank with a side of Roasted Garlic Brussel Sprouts

                                                    • Applewood Bacon Wrapped Pork ChopUSD 24.95

                                                      14oz Pork Chop, Prepared Medium. Served with Butternut Squash and Apple Butter.

                                                      • Pan Roasted DuckUSD 24.95

                                                        Served Medium Rare, finished with Pecan Syrup. Served on a bed of Sweet Potato Gnocchi with Maple Cinnamon and Sage Brown Butter

                                                        • Grouper LouisianaUSD 24.95

                                                          Golden Fried Grouper served over Jalapeno Cheese Grits. Topped with Crawfish Etouffee

                                                          • JambalayaUSD 15.95

                                                            Chicken, Shrimp, Andouille Sausage, Tomatoes, Onions, Bell Peppers, Rice and Cajun Spice

                                                            • Pan Seared Joyce Farm ChickenUSD 21.95

                                                              Pan Seared & Finished in the oven. Served over Caramelized Onion and Andouille Sausage Polenta. Finished with Sage Aus Jus

                                                              • Champagne ChickenUSD 16.95

                                                                Fried Boneless Chicken Breast served with Garlic Mashed Potatoes. Topped with Sautéed Mushrooms and Champagne Cream Sauce

                                                                • Pasta CarbonaraUSD 19.95

                                                                  Seasoned Chicken Breast served over Fresh House Made Spaghetti with Butter, Bacon, Spinach, Garlic, Shallots, Basil and Parmesan

                                                                  • Pan Seared Sea ScallopsUSD 28.95

                                                                    Served with Summer Corn and Truffle Puree. Garnished with Cayenne candied Bacon and Brussel Sprout Leaves

                                                                    Last updated: 22 January 2024

                                                                    What 22 people are saying

                                                                    Overall ratings and reviews

                                                                    Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                                    4.7
                                                                    4.7 based on recent ratings
                                                                    • 4.8Food
                                                                    • 4.6Service
                                                                    • 4.8Ambience
                                                                    • 4.6Value

                                                                    Noise • Moderate

                                                                    Loved For

                                                                    • Western Kentucky / SW Indiana

                                                                      Best Overall

                                                                    • Western Kentucky / SW Indiana

                                                                      Best Food

                                                                    • Western Kentucky / SW Indiana

                                                                      Best Service

                                                                    • Western Kentucky / SW Indiana

                                                                      Best Ambience

                                                                    • Western Kentucky / SW Indiana

                                                                      Best Value

                                                                    • Western Kentucky / SW Indiana

                                                                      Good for groups

                                                                    • Western Kentucky / SW Indiana

                                                                      Great for fine wines

                                                                    • Western Kentucky / SW Indiana

                                                                      Good for special occasions

                                                                    • Western Kentucky / SW Indiana

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                                                                    Review summary

                                                                    AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                    440 Main offers an exceptional dining experience in downtown Bowling Green, KY, with its "outstanding" signature cocktails and diverse menu featuring delectable dishes like filet mignon, jambalaya, and crab cakes. Reviewers praise the "excellent" and attentive service, making it a perfect choice for special occasions and enjoyable evenings out.

                                                                    22 Reviews

                                                                    1. Becky

                                                                      Milwaukee

                                                                      1 review

                                                                      5.0

                                                                      1 review

                                                                      Dined on 10 October 2024

                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      My husband and I went with friends for my birthday. The filet mignon is the best in town! The cheesecake with raspberry sauce was brought with a written “Happy birthday” message on the plate and was delicious. This is a great restaurant in a great location. We always take a stroll around the downtown square after we eat here. Beautiful ambiance in a lovely part of town. And the food is outstanding!

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                                                                    2. OpenTable Diner

                                                                      Nashville

                                                                      4 reviews

                                                                      5.0

                                                                      4 reviews

                                                                      Dined on 28 September 2024

                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      Our server was a delight and made our anniversary celebration even more special. The trout was delicious- would highly recommend! Thank you for making us feel welcome and celebrated🎉

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                                                                    3. Stephanie

                                                                      Louisville

                                                                      30 reviews

                                                                      5.0

                                                                      30 reviews

                                                                      Dined on 10 September 2024

                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 4
                                                                      Very good. Appetizers, salads, entrees were all very enjoyable. Service was very good. We walked next door to Mickey’s after dinner. We will be back.

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                                                                    4. OpenTable Diner

                                                                      New York City

                                                                      5 reviews

                                                                      5.0

                                                                      5 reviews

                                                                      Dined on 4 September 2024

                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      First time here and will not be the last time! Sooooo good. Our waiter was fantastic. Very friendly and very attentive.

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                                                                    5. Robin

                                                                      Orlando

                                                                      3 reviews

                                                                      vip
                                                                      5.0

                                                                      3 reviews

                                                                      Dined on 3 September 2024

                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      First time at the restaurant. Conrad our waiter was outstanding. He made suggestions and helped us order delicious appetizers (grouper cheeks) and entrees ( spicy chicken and crab cakes). There was an amazing variety and creativity of menu choices. We truly enjoyed our dining experience.

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                                                                    6. OpenTable Diner

                                                                      Houston

                                                                      3 reviews

                                                                      5.0

                                                                      3 reviews

                                                                      Dined on 31 August 2024

                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      DeeDee was our server and she made the night super special. Friendly and went out her way to make sure everything was perfect. Meal was fabulous. We had the caprese salad which was served differently than we have had and it was delicious!! The steaks were cooked perfectly and the butter cake with their own sweet tea ice cream was amazing!

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                                                                    7. Bronna

                                                                      Western NC

                                                                      132 reviews

                                                                      5.0

                                                                      132 reviews

                                                                      Dined on 24 August 2024

                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 4
                                                                      This was our second time enjoying 440 Main. Our wait person was helpful, polite, and knowledgeable. We started with a cocktail each. The Old Purple Parakeet for me and G. L. Marg for my husband. Both were delicious and a nice way to begin our evening. We shared deviled eggs which had a nice kick from the jalapeños. Mike ( husband) could not resist the baby spinach side salad with glazed pecans, gorgonzola cheese and vinaigrette dressing. I was delighted with the baked mahi mahi special. It was served with amazing jalapeño grits. Mike said yes to a sweet tea brined pork chop. It was tender and juicy and peach and jalapeño chutney and smoked cream corn made for a delicious.

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                                                                    8. OpenTable Diner

                                                                      Las Vegas

                                                                      17 reviews

                                                                      3.0

                                                                      17 reviews

                                                                      Dined on 16 August 2024

                                                                      1. Overall 3
                                                                      2. Food 4
                                                                      3. Service 3
                                                                      4. Ambience 4
                                                                      We went early on a Friday night. Half the tables were empty. First Appetizer we picked was already sold out at 5:30. Ordered the tuna app & it was over salted. Main course took a long time & when it did finally come out they had my order wrong. Scallops & steak were very good but disappointed in how slow the service was on a night that wasn't busy. Maybe they need some additional help in the kitchen?

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                                                                    9. Dennis

                                                                      Western KY

                                                                      1 review

                                                                      5.0

                                                                      1 review

                                                                      Dined on 8 August 2024

                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      A wonderful dinner for our anniversary. The egg rolls are excellent and the filet mignon was the best steak ever! It was our 1st time to 440 Main, but we will definitely be back! By far, the best dinner we had in Bowling Green this weekend!! Thanks for making our night special.

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                                                                    10. Bronna

                                                                      Western NC

                                                                      132 reviews

                                                                      4.0

                                                                      132 reviews

                                                                      Dined on 2 August 2024

                                                                      1. Overall 4
                                                                      2. Food 4
                                                                      3. Service 4
                                                                      4. Ambience 4
                                                                      440 Main is in the heart of downtown Bowling Green, KY and is located in a charmingly renovated building. We shared delicious deviled eggs with a nice kick. My husband loves spinach salads and the side salad with baby spinach, glazed pecans, Gorgonzola and a balsamic dressing was tasty and too large. I chose the Jambalaya with shrimp, chicken and andouille sausage. It was fantastic but enough for 3 more people. Southern Style crab cakes brought a big smile to my spouse’s face. The signature cocktails called to us - I selected The Old Purple Parakeet - Patron Anejo, lime basil, mixed berries and Orgeat. Mike ordered Madame Pauline’s Fashioned - Markers Mark, peach, fresh orange, aromatic bitters, and fresh rosemary. Both were outstanding and will be ordered the next time we are in town.

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                                                                    FAQs

                                                                    440 Main offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (270) 793-0450.

                                                                    440 Main is rated 4.7 stars by 22 OpenTable diners.

                                                                    Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

                                                                    Make a booking

                                                                    2 people
                                                                    7:00 pm
                                                                    Booked 1 time today

                                                                    Order delivery or takeout

                                                                    Google Map for 440 Main

                                                                    440 E Main Ave, Bowling Green, KY 42101-6911

                                                                    Additional information

                                                                    • Cross Street
                                                                      On Fountain Square at the corner of State & Main.
                                                                    • Area
                                                                      Bowling Green
                                                                    • Hours of Operation
                                                                      Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
                                                                    • Price
                                                                      $31 to $50
                                                                    • Cuisines
                                                                      Southern, Cajun, Seafood
                                                                    • Dining style
                                                                      Casual Elegant
                                                                    • Dress code
                                                                      Casual Dress
                                                                    • Parking details
                                                                      Street Parking
                                                                    • Public transit
                                                                      There are bus stops downtown in Bowling Green. Just google GoBGTransit.
                                                                    • Payment Options
                                                                      Mastercard, Visa
                                                                    • Executive Chef
                                                                      Chef Lee Hunt
                                                                    • Additional
                                                                      Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                                                    • Website
                                                                      http://www.440main.com/
                                                                    • Phone number
                                                                      (270) 793-0450
                                                                    • Private party facilities
                                                                      We have several banquet rooms including the Main Dining Room, Rear Semi-Private Dining Room, and Upstairs Private Banquet Room. For information about these experiences, please contact the restaurant directly and speak with our events coordinator.
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