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1. Malone's - Louisville
4.7
Exceptional(4607)
$$$$
• Steakhouse • East Louisville
Booked 90 times today
Malone’s is pleased to offer the widest selection of fresh, hand-cut USDA Prime steaks. In addition to their steak selection, the diverse menu offers something for everyone. Enjoy freshly made salads, fresh fish and seafood selections, sandwiches, house favorites and seasonal chef features. Malone’s is the perfect destination for lunch or dinner with family and friends, professional meetings, and celebrations.Reservations and walk-ins welcome. Due to the number of booths in the Malone's dining room, parties greater than 8 guests will be split. Large parties may contact our Private Dining Director for reservations by email, malonesprimelou@bhglex.com or phone, 859-312-4331.
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2. Osteria Italian Seafood
4.6
Exceptional(2638)
$$$$
• Seafood • Westport Rd - Lyndon
Booked 20 times today
Discover Fresh Seafood & Italian Cuisine in Louisville’s Westport VillageExperience seafood with Italian influences crafted by Executive Chef Andrew Buntain. Our menu features fresh seafood, house-made pastas, and an extensive wine list, all served in a warm, lively atmosphere with the option of outdoor seating.We offer three private dining options, ideal for corporate events, celebrations, showers, happy hours, and intimate gatherings in Louisville, KY.Join us for one of the best Happy Hours in Louisville—Monday through Friday from 3pm–6pm, and all day on Saturdays and Sundays. Enjoy ½-price glasses of wine, discounted small bites, and more guest favorites.Located in the heart of the Westport Village Shopping Center, we’re the perfect destination for seafood lovers, pasta enthusiasts, and anyone seeking a memorable dining experience.
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3. Mesh - Louisville
4.7
Exceptional(4016)
$$$$
• American • St Matthews
Booked 33 times today
Mesh blends contemporary elegance and comfort with innovative cuisine and excellent service. The original menu and unique decor make Mesh an ideal setting for business meetings, romantic evenings, or a night out with friends.A meal at Mesh is one you won't soon forget and value you won’t believe.
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4. The Village Anchor
4.6
Exceptional(4146)
$$$$
• American • Anchorage
Booked 43 times today
The Village Anchor offers a unique setting in Louisville’s east end, both for personal and professional occasions. The Village Anchor Restaurant and Anchor Bar on the main floor bring together stone, red leathers, rich worn velvets, wrought iron, dark woods, Italian appointments, Carrera marble, and the original crimson red beer taps from Churchill Down’s Silks Bar. It offers an upscale-casual, fun environment with an inimitable European flavor and exotic French flair. The lower level Sea Hag Pub offers a completely different look and feel. The “Hag” brings together brick, worn woods, hand-wrought iron, stone, and copper. The 30-foot copper bar with built-in ice troughs chill your favorite brew or wine.Please recognize that we do our best to accommodate patio dining reservations, though seating is based on weather and availability.
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5. Naive Kitchen + Bar
4.9
Exceptional(143)
$$$$
• Latin American • Butchertown
Booked 6 times today
FRESH, LOCAL, INSPIRED FAREEscape to the warmth and passion of Latin-inspired cuisine at Naive. Our vibrant dishes are a fiesta for your senses, bursting with bold flavors, zesty spices, and the freshest ingredients. Experience Mexico, Cuba, Peru, and other culinary creations in a lively and welcoming atmosphere.
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6. 211 Clover Lane Restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(1487)
$$$$
• Contemporary American • St Matthews
Booked 22 times today
211 Clover Lane is an intimate, hidden gem in the heart of St. Matthews. Using the finest ingredients from local purveyors and fish from both coasts. The menu changes weekly and the wine selections are all boutique. French country decor and beautifully presented dishes are found at 211 Clover Lane.
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7. Connors Steak & Seafood - Louisville
4.8
Exceptional(2852)
$$$$
• Steakhouse • Middletown
Booked 72 times today
Connors Steak & Seafood specializes in fresh seafood and premium aged steaks, as well as gourmet salads, pastas and more! Enjoy a memorable evening with friends and family in our well-appointed dining rooms, or stop by for the lunch you and your associates deserve. Our friendly service and flavorful fare will keep you coming back for more.
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8. The Capital Grille - Louisville
4.8
Exceptional(1451)
$$$$
• Steakhouse • Westport Rd - Lyndon
Booked 40 times today
Make it a day to remember. From birthdays and anniversaries to professional milestones, we aim to make every gathering special at The Capital Grille. Open seven days a week, The Capital Grille is best known for our expertly prepared steaks, which are dry aged in house for 18 to 24 days and then hand-cut by our restaurant's on-premise butcher. The Capital Grille's wine list features more than 350 selections, and its floor-to-ceiling wine kiosk regularly houses 3,500 - 5,000 bottles. Reservations are recommended but not required. For more information, please visit our website. We look forward to delighting you.
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9. The Café
4.3
Awesome(331)
$$$$
• American • Downtown Louisville
Booked 16 times today
A unique dining experience with Southern flare located just minutes from Downtown Louisville, NULU, and The Highlands. Now serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Enjoy comfort food classics, huge sandwiches, signature salads, an extensive bourbon and wine list, scratch-made entrées, fresh baked goods, and much more. Voted LEO Weekly Readers' Choice #1 Lunch Spot.
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10. River House Restaurant & Raw Bar
4.7
Exceptional(8454)
$$$$
• Seafood • Downtown Louisville
Booked 86 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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