River House Restaurant & Raw Bar

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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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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Aug 12, 2022

7:00 PM

Booked 81 times today

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Takeout

(502) 897-5000

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
Seafood, Contemporary American, Contemporary Southern
Hours of operation
Monday - Thursday 11:00 am-10:00 pm Friday & Saturday 11:00 am - 11:00 pm Sunday 11:00 am - 10:00 pm Christmas Eve 11:00 am - 10:00 pm Christmas Day CLOSED New Year's Eve Open til 1am New Year's Day CLOSED
Phone number
(502) 897-5000
Website
http://www.riverhouselou.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual

Location
3015 River Rd, Louisville, KY 40207
Neighborhood
Downtown Louisville
Cross street
River Rd.
Parking details
Ample parking is available adjacent to the Restaurant. Valet parking also available.
Entertainment
Located adjacent to the River House Restaurant and Raw Bar, Levee at the River House is the perfect spot to share a meal with family and friends and to enjoy some choice River night life. At Levee, the emphasis is on live entertainment with some of Louisville’s most exciting local musicians and singers on an intimate stage.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Takeout, Wine

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Popular dishes

Oysters on the Half Shell
Served with your choice of Cucumber Mignonette, Chipotle Cocktail or Champagne Ice. East Coast: Larger, smoother shells, higher salinity and mineral flavors. West Coast: Smaller, deeper and jagged shells, tropical notes, brighter flavor and sweeter
- Chesapeake Bay, VA$3.00
- East Coast$3.00
- West Coast$3.50
"V" Tower
Chilled ½ lb. lobster, 10 oz. King crab leg, colossal lump crab, East and West coast oysters, jumbo shrimp, peel & eat shrimp, and mussels
- Mkt Price
River Tower
Chilled ½ lb. lobster, jumbo shrimp, oysters on the half shell, colossal lump crab and mussels
- Mkt Price
King Crab Legs
steamed or chilled
- Mkt Price
Chilled Jumbo Shrimp
served with chipotle cocktail sauce
- ea.$2.75
Peel & Eat Shrimp
steamed or chilled
- ¼ Lb.$8.00
- ½ Lb.$15.00
- 1 Lb$28.00
Colossal Lump Crab
steamed or chilled
- Mkt Price

Salads & Soups

Crispy Fried Avocado$13.00
filled with gulf shrimp, bay scallops, and lump crab tossed in house-made aioli with lemon, capers and dill atop a bed of baby mixed greens
Fried Green Tomato and Bibb Lettuce$10.00
with goat cheese, crispy country ham and butter-milk dressing
Baby Greens$9.00
tossed in chipotle vinaigrette and topped with charred tomatoes, heirloom carrots, cucumbers and fried onion straws
Grilled Marinated Romaine Hearts$11.00
served with smoked bourbon mustard, herb-toasted brioche, shaved manchego cheese and a roasted garlic aioli
Granny Smith Apple Salad$10.00
with bleu cheese, toasted pumpkin seeds, grapes and zesty greens tossed with pecan-vanilla bean vinaigrette
Chilled Seafood Salad$15.00
with octopus, shrimp and mussels served over fingerling potatoes and spicy greens with fresh squeezed lemon and extra virgin olive oil
Chilled ½ Lb Lobster Stuffed with Gulf Shrimp, Bay Scallops and Lump Crab$28.00
with lemon, capers and dill served with baby greens and cherry tomatoes
Smoked Chicken and Corn Chowder
garnished with cornbread croutons
- Cup$6.00
- Bowl$9.00
Soup of the Day
- Cup$6.00
- Bowl$9.00

Salad Additions

Enhance any salad with:

Crispy Fried Jumbo Oysters$7.00
Blackened Chicken$6.00
Sautéed Shrimp In Garlic Butter Sauce$7.00
Maker's 46® Barrel Plank-Smoked Salmon$11.00

Appetizers

Herb-Roasted, Garlic Butter Grilled Chesapeake Bay Oysters$15.00
on the half shell with smoldering herbs ½ dozen
"V" Style Oysters$20.00
½ dozen topped with crab, spinach and artichokes and baked
Sautéed Mussels$12.00
tossed in chipotle-lime broth with diced tomatoes, cilantro and grilled baguette
Grilled Portabella$10.00
layered with goat cheese, avocado puree, tomato chutney, pickled red onion and zesty greens
Crispy Tender Baby Back Ribs$11.00
tossed in a jalapeno-buttermilk dressing, topped with fried onion straws
Crispy Jumbo Gulf Oysters$13.00
served with chipotle cocktail and spicy remoulade
Crispy Phyllo-Encrusted Brie$11.00
topped with dried cherry, bourbon-sorghum glaze and toasted almonds
Char-Grilled Octopus$15.00
and twice-fried fingerling potatoes with bacon-artichoke vinaigrette and roasted garlic aioli
House-Cured Local Charcuterie
served with smoked bourbon mustard, seasonal pickled vegetables and lavash cracker
- Tasting$8.00
- 2 For$15.00
- 4 For$25.00
Artisan Cheese Plate
served with apricot mostarda, olive oil cured mushrooms and lavash cracker
- Tasting$8.00
- 2 For$15.00
- 4 For$25.00
Fried Brussels Sprouts and Country Ham$9.00
tossed in a whole grain mustard vinaigrette and topped with shaved manchego cheese

Entrees

Sautéed Gulf Shrimp$17.00
served over tasso ham and cheddar grits, southern succotash and finishedwith a smoky corn butter sauce
- With Lump Crab Cakes$19.00
- With Seared Diver Scallops$27.00
Seasonal Inspired Vegetables$14.00
Chef John's creation with balsamic-glazed fingerling potatoes
Grilled Certified Angus Beef® NY Strip Steak$33.00
topped with smoked bacon and caramelized onion jam served with fried mac & cheese
Oven-Roasted Pulled Chicken & Cavatappi Pasta$15.00
tossed in green chile cream sauce with roasted corn, concasse tomatoes and pea tendrils
- Substitute with Jumbo Shrimp & Diver Scallop$21.00
Fish & Chips$16.00
grouper cheeks, house-made French fries and creamy toasted mustard seed slawserved with spicy remoulade sauce

Shareables

$6 Each

Tasso Ham and Cheddar Grits
Balsamic-Glazed Fingerling Potatoes
Seasonal Vegetable
Fried Green Tomatoes
Butterwhipped Potatoes
Roasted Corn Succotash
Fried Mac & Cheese

Po Boys & Sandwiches

Served with house-made chips, substitute fries $2

Crispy Jumbo Oyster or Shrimp Po'boy$15.00
with spicy remoulade, chipotle cocktail, shredded lettuce and tomatoes
Reuben Sandwich$13.00
with house-made pastrami, Havarti, sauerkraut, River House dressing on marble rye
Blackened Ahi Tuna Po'boy$18.00
with avocado puree, tomato, aioli and pickled red onion
Chilled Seafood Salad Po'boy$18.00
with gulf shrimp, bay scallops and lump crab tossed house-made aioli with lemon, capers and dill
Crispy Grouper Cheek Po'boy$12.00
topped with a creamy toasted mustard seed slaw and house-made pickles
- Substitute Crab Cakes$17.00
The Certified Angus Beef "V" Burger$12.00
topped with melted house-made boursin cheese, onion straws and roasted garlic aioli served on a brioche bun
Maker's 46® Barrel Plank-Smoked Salmon Croquettes$12.00
with a sun-dried tomato goat cheese spread, spicygreens and lemon-caper aioli on brioche bun

Additional Sides

Truffle Parmesan Fries
House-Made French Fries
Seasonal Fruit
Local Greens and Vinaigrette
Sweet Potato Fries

Wine List

Chardonnay

Folie à Deux, Russian River Valley, California
- Glass$9.00
- Bottle$35.00
Rodney Strong 'Chalk Hill', Sonoma, California
- Bottle$47.00
Robert Mondavi, Napa Valley, California
- Glass$13.00
- Bottle$51.00
Cakebread Cellars, Napa Valley, California
- Bottle$89.00
Mer Soleil 'Silver Unoaked', Santa Lucia Highlands, California
- Glass$13.00
- Bottle$51.00
Joseph Drouhin, Macon Lugny, Burgundy, France
- Bottle$49.00
Louis Latour, Meursault-Blagny, Premier Cru, Burgundy, France
- Bottle$142.00
Sonoma-Cutrer 'Russian River Ranches', Sonoma, California
- Bottle$55.00
Kendall Jackson Estate 'Vintner's Reserve', California
- Glass$10.00
- Bottle$39.00
Grgich Hills Estate, Napa Valley, California
- Bottle$90.00
Far Niente, Napa Valley, California
- Bottle$127.00
Gran Moraine, Yamhill-Carlton, Willamette Valley, Oregon
- Bottle$111.00
PlumpJack, Oakville, Napa Valley, California
- Bottle$115.00
Kosta Browne 'One Sixteen', Russian River Valley, California
- Bottle$150.00

Pinot Grigio / Pinot Gris

Chloe, Valdadige DOC, Italy
- Glass$8.00
- Bottle$31.00
King Estate, Willamette Valley, Oregon
- Glass$12.00
- Bottle$47.00
Oyster Bay, Marlborough, New Zealand
- Bottle$33.00
Santa Margherita, Valdadige, Veneto, Italy
- Bottle$58.00

Sauvignon Blanc / Fume Blanc

Kim Crawford, Marlborough, New Zealand
- Glass$13.00
- Bottle$51.00
Honig, Napa Valley, California
- Bottle$42.00
Grgich Hills Estate, Napa Valley, California
- Bottle$63.00
Benziger Family Winery, Sonoma County, California
- Glass$9.00
- Bottle$35.00
Whitehaven, Marlborough, New Zealand
- Glass$11.00
- Bottle$43.00
Emmolo by Caymus Family, Napa Valley, California
- Bottle$36.00
Ode to Fume by David Bos, Napa Valley, California
- Bottle$57.00
Pascal Jolivet, Sancerre, Loire Valley, France
- Bottle$78.00

Riesling / Specialty Whites / Rosè

Chateau Ste. Michelle, Riesling, Columbia Valley, Washington
- Glass$7.00
- Bottle$27.00
NxNW, Riesling, Horse Heaven Hills, Washington
- Glass$8.00
- Bottle$31.00
Chateau la Freynelle, Bordeaux Blanc, Bordeaux, France
- Glass$10.00
- Bottle$39.00
Trimbach, Riesling, Alsace, France
- Bottle$49.00
Conundrum White by Wagner Family, California
- Glass$10.00
- Bottle$39.00
Gerard Bertrand, Cotes des Roses Rosé, Languedoc, France
- Glass$13.00
- Bottle$51.00
Ramon Bilbao, Albarino, Rias Baixas, Spain
- Glass$12.00
- Bottle$47.00
Whispering Angel, Rosé, Provence, France
- Bottle$56.00

Champagne / Sparkling

Cavit 'Lunetta', Prosecco, Veneto, Italy
- Glass$9.00
Perrier-Jouët 'Belle Époque', Brut, Champagne, France
- Bottle$229.00
Veuve du Vernay, Brut, France
- Glass$9.00
- Bottle$35.00
Domaine Carneros, Brut, Carneros, California
- Bottle$58.00
Bouvet, Brut Rosé, Loire Valley, France
- Glass$11.00
- Bottle$43.00
G.H. Mumm, Brut Rosé, Champagne, France
- Bottle$157.00
G.H. Mumm, Brut Cordon Rouge, Champagne, France
- Bottle$137.00
Ruffino, Moscato d'Asti, Italy
- Glass$11.00
- Bottle$43.00
Rosa Regale, Sweet Brachetto, Piedmont, Italy
- Glass$13.00
Piper-Heidsieck 'Cuvee 1785', Brut, Champagne, France
- Bottle$83.00

Pinot Noir

Meiomi, California
- Glass$13.00
- Bottle$51.00
Elouan by Wagner Family, Oregon
- Glass$12.00
- Bottle$47.00
Chateau St. Jean, California
- Glass$8.00
- Bottle$31.00
Belle Glos 'Las Alturas Vineyard', Saint Lucia Highlands, California
- Bottle$69.00
La Crema, Willamette Valley, Oregon
- Bottle$58.00
Beaux Freres 'Zena Crown', Eola-Amity Hills, Willamette Valley, Oregon
- Bottle$180.00
Joseph Drouhin, Cotes de Nuits-Villages, Burgundy, France
- Bottle$76.00
Sonoma Cutrer, Russian River Valley, California
- Bottle$72.00
La Crema 'Fog Veil', Russian River Valley, California
- Bottle$128.00
Pahlmeyer 'Jayson', Sonoma Coast, California
- Bottle$152.00
Maggy Hawk 'Stormin', Anderson Valley, California
- Bottle$173.00

Cabernet Sauvignon

Duckhorn 'Decoy', Napa Valley, California
- Glass$16.00
- Bottle$63.00
Robert Mondavi, Oakville, Napa Valley, California
- Bottle$151.00
Mt. Brave, Mount Veeder, Napa Valley, California
- Bottle$177.00
Simi 'Landslide Vineyard', Alexander Valley, California
- Bottle$134.00
Heitz Wine Cellar 'Trailside Vineyard', Napa Valley, California
- Bottle$173.00
The Calling, Alexander Valley, California
- Bottle$81.00
Concannon Vineyard 'Selected Vineyards', Paso Robles, California
- Glass$9.00
- Bottle$35.00
Silver Oak Cellars, Alexander Valley, California
- Bottle$149.00
Mount Veeder Winery, Napa Valley, California
- Bottle$78.00
Chimney Rock, Stag's Leap District, Napa Valley, California
- Bottle$208.00
Cakebread Cellars, Napa Valley, California
- Bottle$175.00
La Jota Vineyard, Howell Mountain, Napa Valley, CA
- Bottle$275.00
Concha Y Toro 'Privada', Central Valley, Chile
- Bottle$44.00
Bonterra, California
- Glass$10.00
- Bottle$39.00
Honig, Napa Valley, California
- Bottle$85.00
Round Pond, Rutherford, Napa, California
- Bottle$148.00
Stag's Leap Wine Cellars "Artemis", Napa Valley, California
- Bottle$126.00
Mount Peak "Sentinel", Sonoma County, California
- Bottle$118.00
Darioush 'Signature', Napa Valley, California
- Bottle$225.00
Double Diamond by Schrader, Oakville, Napa Valley, California
- Bottle$138.00

Merlot

Columbia Crest, Grand Estates, Columbia Valley, Washington
- Glass$8.00
- Bottle$35.00
Northstar Winery, Columbia Valley, Washington
- Bottle$50.00
Matanzas Creek, Sonoma County, California
- Bottle$67.00
Rodney Strong, Sonoma County, California
- Glass$11.00
- Bottle$44.00
Grgich Hills, Napa Valley, California
- Bottle$88.00
Starmont, Napa Valley, California
- Glass$18.00
- Bottle$71.00

Italian / Spanish / Fascinating Reds

Ruffino, Chianti Superiore DOCG, Tuscany, Italy
- Glass$10.00
- Bottle$39.00
Torres, Ibericos Crianza, Rioja Spain
- Glass$11.00
- Bottle$43.00
Castello di Gabbiano, Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG, Tuscany, Italy
- Bottle$44.00
Altesino, Toscana Rosso, Tuscany, Italy
- Glass$16.00
- Bottle$63.00
Tenuta San Guido, 'Guidalberto', Tuscany, Italy
- Bottle$125.00
Bertani Villa Arvedi, Amarone della Valpolicella, Valpantena DOCG, Italy
- Bottle$139.00
Castello Banfi, Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Tuscany, Italy
- Bottle$167.00
Marques de Riscal, Gran Reserva, Rioja DOCa, Spain
- Bottle$128.00
Pio Cesare, Barolo, Piedmont, Italy
- Bottle$146.00
Torres 'Celeste', Crianza, Rioja, Spain
- Bottle$52.00
Marchese Antinori, 'Tignanello', Tuscany, Italy
- Bottle$270.00

Malbec / Zinfindel / Syrah

McManis, Zinfandel, Lodi, California
- Glass$8.00
- Bottle$31.00
Terrazas 'Reserva', Malbec, Mendoza, Argentina
- Glass$10.00
- Bottle$39.00
Trivento 'Amado Sur', Malbec, Mendoza, Argentina
- Bottle$41.00
Stags' Leap Winery, Petite Sirah, Napa Valley, California
- Bottle$77.00
Seghesio Family Vineyards, Zinfandel, Sonoma County, California
- Bottle$48.00
Bodega Colome Estate, Malbec, Calchaqui Valley, Salta, Argentina
- Bottle$51.00
1000 Stories Bourbon Barrel Aged, Zinfandel, California
- Glass$11.00
- Bottle$43.00
Turley Estate, Zinfandel, Napa Valley, California
- Bottle$105.00

Bordeaux Blends / Summations / Rhone

Dry Creek 'The Mariner' Meritage, Sonoma County, California
- Glass$20.00
- Bottle$79.00
Boomtown, Red Blend, Columbia Valley, Washington
- Glass$13.00
- Bottle$51.00
Chateau Blaignan, Medoc, Bordeaux, France
- Glass$16.00
- Bottle$63.00
Stag's Leap Winery 'The Investor', Napa Valley, California
- Bottle$111.00
Franciscan Estate 'Magnificat' Bordeaux Blend, Napa Valley, California
- Bottle$125.00
Trefethen 'Dragon's Tooth', Oak Knoll, Napa Valley
- Bottle$74.00
Rodney Strong 'Symmetry' Meritage, Sonoma, California
- Bottle$99.00
Chateau Carbonnieux, Grand Cru Classe, Pessac-Leognan, Bordeaux, France
- Bottle$96.00
Quantum, Napa Valley, California
- Bottle$101.00
Moon Bos 'Harvest Blend' by David Bos, California
- Bottle$65.00
Brandlin Henry's Keep, Mt. Veeder, Napa Valley, California
- Bottle$194.00
Francis Ford Coppola 'Eleanor', North Coast California
- Bottle$107.00
The Prisoner, Napa Valley, California
- Bottle$82.00
Telegraphe, Chataneuf du Pape, Rhône Valley, France
- Bottle$153.00

Captains List

Barnett Vineyards 2014 'Rattlesnake' Cabernet Spring Mountain District Napa Valley, CA$500.00
Barnett Vineyards 2015 'Rattlesnake' Cabernet Spring Mountain District Napa Valley, CA$550.00
Barnett Vineyards 2016 'Rattlesnake' Cabernet Spring Mountain District Napa Valley, CA$550.00
Barnett Vineyards 2017 'Rattlesnake' Cabernet Spring Mountain District Napa Valley, CA$500.00
Barnett Vineyards 2018 'Rattlesnake' Cabernet Spring Mountain District Napa Valley, CA$500.00
Cade 'Reserve', Cabernet Sauvignon, Howell Mountain, Napa Valley, CA 2014$410.00
Cakebread Cellars 'Benchland Select,' Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, CA 2014$240.00
Cakebread Cellars 'Benchland Select', Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, CA 2016$260.00
Cardinale, Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, CA 2016$575.00
Caymus 'Special Selection', Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, CA 2015$352.00
Chateau Lafite Rothschild, Pauillac, Bordeaux, Pauillac, France 2001$3,300.00
Chateau Haut-Brion, Pessac-Leognan, Bordeaux, France 2014$1,600.00
Chateau Latour, Pauillac, France 2011$2,400.00
Chateau Lynch Bages, Pauillac, France 2015$537.00
Chimney Rock 'Tomahawk', Cabernet Sauvignon, Stags Leap District, Napa Valley, CA 2013$290.00
Continuum, Bordeaux Blend, Napa Valley, CA 2013$450.00
Continuum, Bordeaux Blend, Napa Valley, CA 2014$500.00
Continuum, Bordeaux Blend, Napa Valley, CA 2015$500.00
Continuum, Bordeaux Blend, Napa Valley, CA 2016$515.00
Continuum, Bordeaux Blend, Napa Valley, CA 2017$550.00
Dana Estates 'ONDA', Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley CA 2013$295.00
Darioush "Darius Il" Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, CA 2013$525.00
Dominus, Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, CA 2013$575.00
Dominus Estate, Red Blend, Napa Valley, CA 2015$600.00
Dominus Estate, Red Blend, Napa Valley, CA 2016$625.00
Dominus Estate, Red Blend, Napa Valley, CA 2017$650.00
Grgich Hills 'Yountville' Cabernet Sauvignon, Rutherford, Napa Valley, CA 2012$375.00
Grgich Hills 'Miljenko's Old Vine', Zinfandel, Napa Valley, CA 2013$295.00
Groth 'Reserve', Cabernet Sauvignon, Oakville, Napa Valley, CA 2016$325.00
Harlan Estate, Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, CA 2015$2,500.00
Harlan Estate, Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, CA 2016$2,900.00
Heitz Cellar 'Martha's Vineyard', Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, CA 2014$537.00
Herb Lamb Vineyards, Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, CA 2012$335.00
Hundred Acre 'Kayli Morgan Vineyard', Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, CA 2016$1,500.00
Inglenook 'Rubicon', Cabernet Sauvignon, Rutherford, Napa Valley, CA 2015$375.00
Justin 'Isosleces Reserve', Paso Robles, Central Coast, CA 2014$310.00
Joseph Phelps 'Insignia', Napa Valley, CA 2013$475.00
Joseph Phelps 'Insignia', Napa Valley, CA 2014$475.00
Joseph Phelps 'Insignia', Napa Valley, CA 2015$500.00
Joseph Phelps 'Insignia', Napa Valley, CA 2016$525.00
Lokoya, Cabernet Sauvignon, Howell Mountain, Napa Valley, CA 2016$775.00
Lokoya, Cabernet Sauvignon, Mount Veeder, Napa Valley, CA 2016$775.00
Lokoya, Cabernet Sauvignon, Spring Mountain District, Napa Valley, CA 2016$775.00
Odette Estate, Cabernet Sauvignon, Stags Leap District, Napa Valley, CA 2014$315.00
Odette Estate, Cabernet Sauvignon, Stags Leap District, Napa Valley, CA 2017$327.00
Opus One, Napa Valley, CA 2012$600.00
Opus One, Napa Valley, CA 2013$600.00
Opus One, Napa Valley, CA 2014$650.00
Opus One, Napa Valley, CA 2015$700.00
Opus One, Napa Valley, CA 2016$725.00
Opus One, Napa Valley, CA 2017$725.00
Pahlmeyer 'Proprietary Red Blend', Napa Valley, CA 2016$350.00
Penfolds 'Grange', South Australia 2011$1,500.00
Penfolds 'Grange', South Australia 2012$1,900.00
PlumpJack, Cabernet Sauvignon, Oakville, Napa Valley, CA 2015$300.00
Plumpjack Cabernet Sauvignon, Oakville, Napa Valley, CA 2016$325.00
Pol Roger 'Sir Winston Churchill' Champagne, France 2009$625.00
Ridge 'Monte Bello', Cabernet Sauvignon, Santa Cruz Mountains, CA 2015$515.00
Robert Mondavi 'The Reserve', To Kalon, Oakville, Napa Valley, CA 2016$308.00
Schrader Cellars 'T6', Cabernet Sauvignon, To Kalon, Napa Valley, CA 2016$999.00
Schrader Cellars 'RBS', Cabernet Sauvignon, Beckstoffer To Kalon, Napa Valley, CA 2018$999.00
Schrader Cellars 'MB', Cabernet Sauvignon, Beckstoffer To Kalon, Napa Valley, CA 2018$999.00
Secret Door 'Hirondelle Vineyard', Stag's Leap District, Napa Valley, CA$305.00
Tenuta San Guido 'Sassicaia', Bolgheri, Tuscany Italy 2015$725.00
Torbreck 'Run Rig', Syrah, Barossa Valley, South Australia 2015$360.00
Verite 'La Joie', Sonoma County, California 2016$675.00
Verite 'La Muse', Sonoma County, California 2015$650.00
Verite 'La Muse', Sonoma County, California 2016$650.00
Verite 'La Muse', Sonoma County, California 2017$650.00
Veuve Clicquot 'La Grande Dame', Champagne, France 2008$390.00
ZD 'Abacus IX', Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, CA$3,000.00

Signature Old Fashioned and Manhattan Cocktails

Café In Madagascar$12.00
Knob Creek Rye whiskey, espresso-Madagascar vanilla infused sweet vermouth, Angostura bitters
Michter's Campfire Old Fashioned$14.00
Michter's US1 bourbon, graham cracker-marshmallow syrup, chocolate bitters, fire toasted marshmallows
Holy Molé Manhattan$13.00
Maker's Mark 46 bourbon, Ancho Reyes, Aztec Chocolate bitters, bourbon-soaked cherry
Finished with Figs Old Fashioned$12.00
Angel's Envy bourbon, orange-infused mission fig butter, black walnut bitters, walnut candied orange
Booker's Smoked Old Fashioned$17.00
Booker's, demerara syrup, Angostura bitters, served in a Booker's box filled with cherry wood smoke
Black Ginger Manhattan$13.00
Woodford Reserve bourbon, Foro Amaro, Domaine de Canton, black walnut bitters, bourbon-soaked cherry
El Tesoro Añejo Apricot-Sage Old Fashioned$14.00
El Tesoro Añejo tequila, apricot-sage marmalade, Angostura bitters
Chef John Varanese's Maker's Mark Private Select Old Fashioned$24.00
Customize your own old fashioned at your table! Choice of Maker's Mark Private Select Batch #1 or #2, demerara syrup, Regan's orange bitters and Angostura bitters, and a large format cube, orange peel and bourbon-soaked cherries accompanied by tasting board

Classic Craft Cocktails

Blood Orange Rosemary Gimlet$12.00
Effen Blood Orange vodka, Solerno blood orange liqueur, rosemary syrup, and lime juice
Pepino$11.00
Crop Organic Cucumber vodka, lemon juice, jalapeño syrup, cilantro, soda water
Strawberry Basil Lemon Drop$12.00
Varanese-family limoncello, Absolut Juice Strawberry, basil-strawberry shrub, lemon juice, basil leaf, prosecco float
River House Winter Spiced Apple Sangria$9.00
House-made sangria with a seasonal twist of warm winter spices, fresh apples, and citrus fruits
Thymeless Peach Mule$10.00
Classic-Wheatley Vodka Kentucky-Buffalo Trace Bourbon charred peach-thyme purée, Gosling's ginger beer
Sloe Royale$10.00
Sipsmith Sloe Gin, lime juice, honey, Veuve Du Vernay champagne
Classic Mango Mojito$10.00
Bacardi Silver, fresh mint, mango puree, lime juice, Splash of soda water
Motion of the Ocean Mai Tai$13.00
Jefferson's Reserve bourbon, Orgeat, lime juice, Triple Sec
Perfect Patron Margarita$13.00
Patron Silver tequila, agave nectar, lime juice Classic, Pama Pomegranate, Blood Orange, Strawberry, Peach, Mango, Pineapple, or Midori Melon

Frozen and Blended

Southern Belle Bellini$11.00
Veuve Du Vernay Champagne, Absolut Apeach, blueberries, peach puree, and honey syrup
Caramelized Pineapple Pina Colada$12.00
Malibu Rum, Cruzan Single Barrel Rum, RumChata, coconut puree, pineapple syrup, caramelized pineapple

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.6Ambience
4.3Value

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HaroldW
Louisville
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined today
overall5food5service4ambience5
Great meal. Service was very good! The cherry smoke ribeye was next level!!!
JC
JacquelineC
Naples
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great menu and service. Recommend the ceviche and grilled octopus.
S
Scheibel
Louisville
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great fun!
KV
KatyV
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food3service5ambience5
My Ruben sandwich was horrible. Meat was fatty and well, just an awful sandwich. Everyone else liked their food.
J
Jedi
Louisville
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Loved the patio but, it was just a little hot in the direct sunlight.
CR
CarlosR
Louisville
9 reviews
4.0
9 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall4food5service4ambience5
El lugar es fantastico, la comida extraordinaria, el camarero muy muy amable y amigable, pero en la entrada lamujer que nos atendio, cuando llegamos nos dijo que si teniamos reservacion, dijimos que no, entonces nos mando al patio y havia exagerado sol, le pedi si nos podia sentar en la sombra y nos dijo que no porque tenia 300 personas que habian reservado ya y estaba lleno todo, entonces saque la app de OPEN TABLE y empeze a hacer la resevacion, eran ls 4:10 y agarre resevacion a las 4:30, le mostre la reservacion que acababa de hacer hace 2 minuto y entonces mire que molestos nos tuvieron que llevar a la sombra! El lugar es muy bueno en genera pero si van a ir hagan reservacion antes para evitar que los sienten en un mal lugar o quisa hasta les nieguen la entrada! 😂
AE
AnnE
New Orleans
37 reviews
vip
5.0
37 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
The entire meal was fabulous!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Louisville
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Celebration for our daughters 25th birthday
SS
SusanS
Louisville
13 reviews
vip
4.0
13 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall4food3service4ambience4
I enjoyed our meal. Some of the wait staff could be a little more modestly dressed for a nice restaurant. The food and drinks were okay but not amazing. The seafood salad po-boy was not in my opinion a po-boy and I had my heart set on one. The drinks (loaded bloody marry and a coffee with Irish Cream) were a 6 on a scale of 1-10. Our waitress was great.
JM
JoeML
Louisville
56 reviews
vip
5.0
56 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great outdoors seating by the River …. Food selection is great!
PD
PamalaD
Louisville
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a wonderful experience at the River House Restaurant the food was excellent. The service was fast and very personable . Very nice staff . 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉
OT
OpenTable Diner
Nashville
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
excellent experience!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Louisville
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Waiter was one of the best we’ve ever had
OT
OpenTable Diner
Louisville
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Kevin was the absolute best! His service and personality are awesome and made the night and food even better.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Louisville
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything was amazing! Second time here. Will keep coming back. Food & drinks were excellent. Staff was super friendly and kind, especially our server Jewell.
RC
RicC
San Francisco
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
The service was excellent, the menu options were very nice!
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Sara
Louisville
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Service and food was great! The cocktails are amazing!
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Dkay
Louisville
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience4
Seafood pasta was great. The steak also great per my husband
TL
TarynL
Houston
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Huge thank you to Tyler and the team at River House!! It was my mom’s birthday and her first visit there and the food and service was top notch from beginning to end. Delicious cocktails and gorgeous view too! Thank you to everyone for making it a great celebration!
MD
MaryD
Louisville
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
We went here for our anniversary, and everything about the restaurant was wonderful. The service was very good, the view of the river was nice, and the food was some of the best I have ever tried. So glad we took the recommendation to come here!
AL
AndreaL
Louisville
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on August 2, 2022
overall3food3service5ambience5
We went there to celebrate my birthday. When we arrived they asked whose bday it was and my husband pointed to me. And that was it ! I didn’t want them to sing to me , but whenever we have been to an expensive restaurant for an occasion -there was some sort of complimentary dessert. Nothing ! And our bill pre too was $210. Very disappointing
C
Colmel53
Detroit
21 reviews
5.0
21 reviews
Dined on August 2, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Want delicious food and cocktails in an amazingly beautiful setting? The River House Restaurant & Raw Bar is the answer.
RS
RyanS
Louisville
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 1, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Waitress was awesome. Made the experience great. Food was so good
LB
LaurenceB
Louisville
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 1, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience5
Excellent food. The service was a tiny bit slow but they were very busy. I would definitely come here again!
TS
TomS
Key West
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 1, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We went because we just read it was one of the 100 best views in the country. It was lovely. The food and cocktails great and service great as well.
TK
TracyK
Louisville
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on August 1, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful location for business meals or for weekend dining.
MC
MikeC
Louisville
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on August 1, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great people and great food as always love it the waiters was on top of us
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 1, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Birthday dinner for a good friend
OT
OpenTable Diner
Western NC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 31, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great experience as always! One of our Louisville favorites!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Minneapolis
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on July 31, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience3
Our server was very knowledgeable, friendly and prompt
KB
KristaB
Louisville
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 31, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything we had was a 10 out of 10…from drinks, to appetizers, to salads, dinner and dessert! Casual dining but high end service and experience.
JM
JohnM
Louisville
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 31, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
This is one of our favorite places in the mid-west. We often drive over 200 miles round trip to meet friends who make a similar drive.
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dhome510
Louisville
48 reviews
vip
4.0
48 reviews
Dined on July 31, 2022
overall4food3service5ambience4
This is a great place to go. I love the river views! During my last visit, the service was spot on...
JS
JamesS
Louisville
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 31, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful atmosphere, drink menu and food menu. Our waiter, Andrew, was so attentive while being busy. We appreciate the wonderful picture he took of us in front of the sunset. We will be back!
SV
SteveV
New York Area
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on July 31, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food, service and atmosphere
J
Jennifer
Nashville
15 reviews
vip
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on July 31, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
My boyfriend and I were visiting from Nashville for our 5 year anniversary. We booked a week in advance and ended up with a perfect outdoor table with the most gorgeous sunset. The wait staff was amazing and very accommodating and the food and wine were excellent. The noise level was what you'd expect sitting outside with a band and several patrons. It was a wonderful night and if you're in town please check this place out. Ask for Hunter as he was fantastic!
E
Esteisi
Chicago
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on July 30, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
Beautiful view out back, outstanding server (Kary) and delicious food!
PE
PEmama
Louisville
20 reviews
5.0
20 reviews
Dined on July 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always delicious and great service..love the menu and daily options…
OT
OpenTable Diner
Anchorage
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on July 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We live in Lexington, and this was our first time eating here. I read about the restaurant in Southern Living magazine and wanted to try it. We sat outside by the river and had a great view. We ate raw oysters, mussels, crab legs, lobster and more, and everything was excellent. Our food was fresh, and our server was so friendly. It did take a while to get some of our dishes, but I’m not complaining. We weren’t in a hurry so it wasn’t an issue for us. It’s likely a result of staffing issues due to the pandemic. We had a wonderful lunch with a beautiful view, and we’ll definitely be back!
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lindaf
Louisville
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on July 30, 2022
overall4food5service5ambience4
Was not happy with where our table was located. We should have requested to be moved. Good and service excellent

FAQs

River House Restaurant & Raw Bar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (502) 897-5000.

River House Restaurant & Raw Bar is rated 4.6 stars by 5140 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Aug 12, 2022

7:00 PM

Booked 81 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(502) 897-5000

Google Map for River House Restaurant & Raw Bar

3015 River Rd, Louisville, KY 40207

Additional information

Cross street
River Rd.
Neighborhood
Downtown Louisville
Hours of operation
Monday - Thursday 11:00 am-10:00 pm Friday & Saturday 11:00 am - 11:00 pm Sunday 11:00 am - 10:00 pm Christmas Eve 11:00 am - 10:00 pm Christmas Day CLOSED New Year's Eve Open til 1am New Year's Day CLOSED
Cuisines
Seafood, Contemporary American, Contemporary Southern
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Ample parking is available adjacent to the Restaurant. Valet parking also available.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Entertainment
Located adjacent to the River House Restaurant and Raw Bar, Levee at the River House is the perfect spot to share a meal with family and friends and to enjoy some choice River night life. At Levee, the emphasis is on live entertainment with some of Louisville’s most exciting local musicians and singers on an intimate stage.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Takeout, Wine

Website
http://www.riverhouselou.com/
Phone number
(502) 897-5000

River House Restaurant & Raw Bar

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

Additional information

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"V" Style Oysters

Seared Diver Scallop (1)

King Crab Legs

Raw Bar

Oysters on the Half Shell

"V" Tower

River Tower

King Crab Legs

Chilled Jumbo Shrimp

Peel & Eat Shrimp

Colossal Lump Crab

Salads & Soups

Crispy Fried Avocado$13.00

Fried Green Tomato and Bibb Lettuce$10.00

Baby Greens$9.00

Grilled Marinated Romaine Hearts$11.00

Granny Smith Apple Salad$10.00

Chilled Seafood Salad$15.00

Chilled ½ Lb Lobster Stuffed with Gulf Shrimp, Bay Scallops and Lump Crab$28.00

Smoked Chicken and Corn Chowder

Soup of the Day

Salad Additions

Crispy Fried Jumbo Oysters$7.00

Blackened Chicken$6.00

Sautéed Shrimp In Garlic Butter Sauce$7.00

Maker's 46® Barrel Plank-Smoked Salmon$11.00

Appetizers

Herb-Roasted, Garlic Butter Grilled Chesapeake Bay Oysters$15.00

"V" Style Oysters$20.00

Sautéed Mussels$12.00

Grilled Portabella$10.00

Crispy Tender Baby Back Ribs$11.00

Crispy Jumbo Gulf Oysters$13.00

Crispy Phyllo-Encrusted Brie$11.00

Char-Grilled Octopus$15.00

House-Cured Local Charcuterie

Artisan Cheese Plate

Fried Brussels Sprouts and Country Ham$9.00

Entrees

Sautéed Gulf Shrimp$17.00

Seasonal Inspired Vegetables$14.00

Grilled Certified Angus Beef® NY Strip Steak$33.00

Oven-Roasted Pulled Chicken & Cavatappi Pasta$15.00

Fish & Chips$16.00

Shareables

Tasso Ham and Cheddar Grits

Balsamic-Glazed Fingerling Potatoes

Seasonal Vegetable

Fried Green Tomatoes

Butterwhipped Potatoes

Roasted Corn Succotash

Fried Mac & Cheese

Po Boys & Sandwiches

Crispy Jumbo Oyster or Shrimp Po'boy$15.00

Reuben Sandwich$13.00

Blackened Ahi Tuna Po'boy$18.00

Chilled Seafood Salad Po'boy$18.00

Crispy Grouper Cheek Po'boy$12.00

The Certified Angus Beef "V" Burger$12.00

Maker's 46® Barrel Plank-Smoked Salmon Croquettes$12.00

Additional Sides

Truffle Parmesan Fries

House-Made French Fries

Seasonal Fruit

Local Greens and Vinaigrette

Sweet Potato Fries

Wine List

Chardonnay

Folie à Deux, Russian River Valley, California

Rodney Strong 'Chalk Hill', Sonoma, California

Robert Mondavi, Napa Valley, California

Cakebread Cellars, Napa Valley, California

Mer Soleil 'Silver Unoaked', Santa Lucia Highlands, California