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

Feb 4, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 137 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
Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm
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
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.4Value

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DanielBird
Cincinnati
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Had an incredible lunch with my dad. Everything was great! Perfect lunch portions and prices.
JW
JoelW
Orlando
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
overall4food4service5ambience5
Raw bar oysters were excellent. Scallops and grits were delicious. Staff was very knowledgeable, attentive, and friendly. Won’t hesitate to go back or recommend to a friend.
j
jake
Louisville
62 reviews
vip
5.0
62 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience4
Great service and food
OT
OpenTable Diner
Louisville
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful Sunday afternoon dinner with my family to celebrate our wedding anniversary. Food was delicious as always. The service was too notch, and we can’t wait to come back!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Louisville
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always a wonderful experience. The crab bisque , avocado salad, and my grouper cheek and shrimp risotto was delectable. Cornbread is always a plus!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Louisville
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
This was our first time dining at River House. Our server, Tyler, was friendly, attentive and offered great service. My husband enjoyed the smoked old fashioned. Our meals were wonderful. We look forward to dining here again.
d
danam
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
overall3food2service5ambience5
The service was great and the sides good The cornbread is amazing with their butter but the new York strip steak we got wasn't very good it was thin no taste to it was like a frozen vacuum packed cheap steak wasn't worth $ 33.00 a piece
OT
OpenTable Diner
Louisville
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
The service was marvelous. This was our first time at River House and our waitress’s knowledge of the menu and seafood in general made our experience fantastic. Started out with a Blood Orange Gimlet which was spot on. Tuna ceviche was my starter and my husband had the crab/artichoke dip. For the main course, I had the double lobster tails and took home leftovers. Delicious! My husband had the blackened seafood platter and also had leftovers. Great value.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Awesome service
DS
DeanS
Louisville
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great time w/ great food and courteous staff. Knowledgeable and Friendly. Seafood was amazing! Looking forward to a next visit and maybe looking into a bourbon experience.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on January 27, 2023
overall1food1service2ambience5
I took the salad home and have too much juice. Muscle had hair and I didn’t even ate one, I left all there. We had to go and I was pretty mad to say anything. Disappointed.
AE
AnnE
New Orleans
40 reviews
vip
5.0
40 reviews
Dined on January 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Service was fantastic! Food was amazing! I am never disappointed when I go to The River House!!!
RB
RosaB
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
One of the best restaurants in Louisville to eat the food is excellent!!
HH
HarryH
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We have visited RiverHouse many times in the past, food and service is always great. This time we had the all you can eat crab legs with family members. The service was very fast and the crabs were very good. I would highly recommend The River House for lunch, dinner or just drinks at the bar. The smoked Woodford Manhattan was outstanding.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Louisville
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Staff was amazing. So friendly, so helpful!! Kim and Grace were the best !
MF
MirandaF
Louisville
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The service was amazing, our server was so helpful with suggestions and more. The food was incredible, everything came out quick and was delicious. Will certainly be back for dinner again!
JM
JohnM
Louisville
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Service was friendly and prompt. Food was delicious, especially the cornbread brought to each table. Cocktails were spot on!
B
Bronco
Louisville
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Our server was outstanding. Food was very good. Atmosphere was good. Had reservations but still had to wait.
S
Sanford
Louisville
30 reviews
5.0
30 reviews
Dined on January 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
The restaurant was very busy, but our server made us feel like we were the most important guests in the place
PN
PatriciaN
Cincinnati
20 reviews
vip
4.0
20 reviews
Dined on January 19, 2023
overall4food3service5ambience5
We had visited River House on one other occasion and the food was outstanding, however, on this visit the food didn’t “wow” us like before. Great service and cocktails! We’ll definitely return soon.
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wsan8196
Cincinnati
8 reviews
vip
4.0
8 reviews
Dined on January 17, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience5
Very nice restaurant with a good view of the river. The smoked old fashion was fabulous. Dinners of parrot fish was excellent. Wish they provided more carrots and chow chow. Will definitely go again.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful service as we celebrated our friend’s birthday! Food was enjoyed by all. Each food order had a good presentation. Took a photo of my kale salad!
R
Rebecca
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on January 16, 2023
overall4food5service4ambience5
The food was great. Loved sitting near the fire pits . The only issue was having plates and glasses pile up on our table. We had no room for anything and when the crab legs were brought out I had to wait awhile for the server to bring the utensils to eat them with and they were cold. I would not do the all you can eat crab legs again for the price . Not worth the hassle of waiting to have my plate cleared and everyone in the party being finished before me due to the long wait in between refills. Will be returning next week to try another entree.
R
Regina
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was amazing. The atmosphere was spectacular!!
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 16, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience4
All you can eat crabs on Mondays
YR
YilaR
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Excellent food and services. The atmosphere was great and definitely will go again.
BB
BethB
San Francisco
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a wonderful time sitting in the heated outdoor area and never felt rushed. Service and food were amazing.
W
Wolverine
Detroit
15 reviews
vip
3.0
15 reviews
Dined on January 15, 2023
overall3food3service2ambience5
Overall I always had a great experience at this place but for some reason this was not up to what I am used to at the River House
LV
LaurenV
Louisville
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 15, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
Great food and atmosphere! Went with my family for my birthday. Sat outside in enclosed patio next to fire pit with great sunset view of the Ohio River! Megan, our server, was amazing and made it an even better experience! We will be back especially for all you can eat crab legs on Mondays in the winter.
JS
JuneS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful experience!!!! Jenny was our waitress and was very sweet and attentive, but not overly so. The food was amazing!!!
h
happy
Louisville
46 reviews
vip
5.0
46 reviews
Dined on January 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food, service and atmosphere were all great. We love the River House!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Cincinnati
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Trying out all the fish and chips places in Louisville
RW
RichardW
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on January 15, 2023
overall3food3service2ambience3
disappointed this trip. service was slow and unattentive. steak was luke warm at most
EM
EricM
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
This was my first time in Kentucky and my cousin recommended this place to me and my date. I could not have been more pleased! Our appointment was for 6:45 and they called us at 6:43! We were sat at a very cozy table right across from a beautiful bonfire. The servers were very helpful, knowledgeable and friendly (we asked them to take some pictures of us, which they happily did lol). The food was superb as well! This will definitely be my GoTo place anytime I’m in Kentucky!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Gold Coast
2 reviews
vip
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 14, 2023
overall2food2service2ambience3
Sweet waitress but the service was slow. Food was cold first time around. Great manager. Did take food off our checks. She was very nice. All wait staff was nice but maybe a problem in the kitchen. Drinks were very slow. It was pretty busy. Could have been short handed. We really want to like Riverhouse. It’s a cool restaurant in a cool location. It was off last night though.
o
osurfc8
Western KY
47 reviews
4.0
47 reviews
Dined on January 14, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience3
All of us really enjoyed our entrees, and drink selections. The young man serving was very attentive and helpful. We will definitely be back. The one draw back was the back porch was a bit chilly.
JT
JamesT68
Louisville
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on January 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Truly a wonderful night out with friends who've never been to River House...We'll all be returning soon for the outstanding service, food, and ambience!!
A
Amoskat
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience3
My husband and I celebrated our 40th wedding anniversary. It was perfect.
CS
CarolynS
Louisville
27 reviews
vip
3.0
27 reviews
Dined on January 14, 2023
overall3food3service5ambience5
Wish more seafood on menu prepared more simply!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Charleston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Had a really great meal celebrating a 24th birthday. John Varanese has created a special restaurant in River House. The butternut squash and goat cheese side was spectacular.

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 5674 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

Feb 4, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 137 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
Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm
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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Fish & Chips

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

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Rodney Strong 'Chalk Hill', Sonoma, California

Robert Mondavi, Napa Valley, California

Cakebread Cellars, Napa Valley, California

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