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Best Restaurants with a Vibrant Bar Scene in Frankfort Ave - Crescent Hill

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1. Bourbons Bistro
4.8
Exceptional(1805)
$$$$
• Southern • Frankfort Ave - Crescent Hill
Booked 7 times today
Located on Frankfort Avenue restaurant row in the historic Clifton neighborhood, we offer more than 130 bourbons, as well as a selection of antique expression whiskies that you won’t find anywhere else.Bourbons features upscale dining in an elegant but casual atmosphere and a bourbon-inspired seasonal menu graced by southern inspired cuisine.Chef - Jereme McFarlandSous Chef - Samuel VarjuSoul Chef Justin Shewell Event Coordinator- Margot’ McMillen
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2. Volare Italian Restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(4691)
$$$$
• Italian • Frankfort Ave - Crescent Hill
Booked 32 times today
Discover and savor Italian at its finest!Whether you choose to dine in our main dining area, year-round patio, or private dining facility; Volare boasts an intimate and beautiful setting.Come experience the ultimate in entertaining… a special occasion at Volare. Inspired cuisine, beautiful surroundings and impeccable service are the hallmarks of a great event. You deserve nothing less, and we promise even more.
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3. Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse - Louisville
4.8
Exceptional(8200)
$$$$
• Steak • Downtown Louisville
Booked 88 times today
The first & only steakhouse of its kind in the Louisville area, Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse serves only dry-aged USDA prime beef. While steak is the foundation of the menu, Jeff Ruby's promises to please seafood lovers as well with its raw/sushi bar & seafood entrees.Jeff Ruby regulars will be pleased to know that their favorite signature items from the Cincinnati restaurants will be well represented in Louisville. The bone-in filet, the 7 cheese baked macaroni, creamed spinach, truffle flake, & of course Jeff Ruby's secret recipe cheesecake are all staples of the Louisville menu.Styled after the great NY steakhouses of the 1930s & '40s, Jeff Ruby's promises to be as pleasing visually as it is to the palate. French art-deco design, plush mohair upholstery, hand-selected antique furniture, and cinematic crystal chandeliers anchored by a 1950s-era antique are featured in the Starz series Magic City and the 32-foot wall of wine.
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4. Porcini
4.8
Exceptional(3157)
$$$$
• Italian • Frankfort Ave - Crescent Hill
Booked 33 times today
Established in 1992, Porcini is an independent, award-winning restaurant located in the Historic Crescent Hill neighborhood of Louisville, Kentucky. We specialize in Northern Italian cuisine, excellent service, and offer an extensive selection of fine wines, bourbons, and signature cocktails. Over the last 30+ years, we have been privileged to be a part of so many great memories here in our dining room, bar, private dining room, and veranda. * For Parties of 8 or more, please contact the restaurant at (502) 894-8686 to make a reservation.
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5. Guacamole Modern Mexican
4.8
Exceptional(2185)
$$$$
• Mexican • East Market St - NuLu
Booked 53 times today
Guacamole Modern Mexican is Louisville’s destination for authentic Mexican cuisine with a modern twist. Our award-winning chefs have created a menu that typifies the best of Mexican food and cocktails while still bringing their own inimitable style and personality to the plate and glass. Immerse yourself in the ambiance of our one of a kind restaurant featuring handcrafted cocktails, fresh ingredients, and contemporary vibes.
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6. Doc Crow's Southern Smokehouse & Raw Bar
4.5
Awesome(1774)
$$$$
• Southern • Downtown Louisville
Booked 46 times today
Nestled in Louisville's historic Whiskey Row, Doc Crow's Southern Smokehouse & Raw Bar masterfully blends traditional Southern fare with fresh seafood in a restored 1870s building. Now serving breakfast daily, start your morning with locally roasted coffee and Southern classics like Kentucky Derby Hot Browns. Our scratch kitchen serves Memphis-style BBQ, house-smoked meats, and fresh oysters, alongside Kentucky's largest bourbon collection—over 2,500 bourbon, rye, and whiskey expressions, including exclusive barrel-aged selections from local distillers. From baby back ribs to daily-sourced seafood, we offer a distinctive fusion of land and sea. The warm, exposed-brick atmosphere, with bourbon barrel accents, pays homage to Louisville's whiskey heritage. Steps from the KFC Yum! Center, Doc Crow's provides authentic Southern hospitality in Bourbon Country. Whether you're an early bird, bourbon enthusiast, or visiting food lover, our award-winning menu makes every meal memorable.
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7. Proof on Main
4.6
Exceptional(3886)
$$$$
• Contemporary American • Downtown Louisville
Booked 27 times today
The ingredients in our menus reflect the region’s sustainable farmers and producers with a soulful and honest approach showcasing the bounty of the Ohio River Valley. Housed in five historic buildings in downtown Louisville, Proof on Main is part of 21c Museum Hotels, the award-winning boutique hotel and restaurant group. The dining room is one of the most striking public spaces in the city, with rotating, contemporary art exhibitions by local and internationally-acclaimed artists alike.
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8. Grassa Gramma
4.6
Exceptional(5184)
$$$$
• Italian • Westport Rd - Lyndon
Booked 61 times today
Open for Dine-in or Carry-out. Grassa Gramma joins its award-winning upscale-casual sister eateries The Village Anchor and Le Moo Steak House as one of the premiere dining spots in the region. Inspired by an eclectic mix of northern and southern Italian fare, Grassa Gramma brings together all of the elements for which Grangier’s restaurants are known—fresh and interesting foods, intriguing and overtly unique atmospheres and warm and friendly service. With its stone and bronze finishes, period furnishings and tapestries, and rich velvets and leathers, Grassa Gramma offers a truly authentic Italian dining experience unmatched in the region in an unimaginable environment. Our Chefs and Managers welcome you and your guests to experience Grassa Gramma for your next dining experience.
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9. 80/20 at Kaelin's
4.4
Awesome(1329)
$$$$
• American • Highlands - Bardstown Rd / Taylorsville Rd
Booked 11 times today
Welcome to 80/20 @ Kaelins. A new take on the classic restaurant where the cheeseburger was created. A neighborhood spot where anyone is welcome. Bring your family and friends and join us. A great place to watch a game or enjoy some family time. Featuring burgers and classic comfort food and drinks. Try out the 80/20 Malt Shoppe for some house made ice cream or a shake with your burger. Grab a bourbon or local brew to enjoy at the indoor/outdoor bar. Have an evening relaxing on our large patio. Maybe throw a party in one of our private dining areas where we can offer custom menus from casual to upscale. We would love for you to join us. And we look forward to taking care of you. Thanks, 80/20 @ Kaelins

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  • carol
    Central Kentucky •14 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Excellent food, outstanding service and very interesting program
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    Bourbons Bistro$$$$• Southern• Frankfort Ave - Crescent Hill
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    4.8
  • BrianGold
    Nashville •9 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Always a great experience! Service was amazing and the rooftop is great. They removed the couches and replaced with tables and I believe this was a great move for dining. Shade, a great view and the happy hour margaritas were excellent.
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    Guacamole Modern Mexican$$$$• Mexican• East Market St - NuLu
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    4.8
  • KellyGold
    Central Kentucky •15 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Outstanding. Service impeccable. We had an appetizer, salad, entree and complimentary dessert for our anniversary Everything was delicious, hot, and the perfect amount. So, so, so good!
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    Porcini$$$$• Italian• Frankfort Ave - Crescent Hill
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    4.8
  • Thomas
    Pittsburgh / Western PA •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    My wife and I went here for our anniversary and they really made our anniversary special! Our waiter Johnathon was very knowledgeable and his recommendations were spot on. For an appetizer we got the Ruby Roll which was amazing. My wife doesn’t like sushi and thought it was really good. I got the Sea Bass burrow style and my wife got the pork chop which were both fantastic. For dessert we split the Butter Pie which was really good. Definitely a 10/10 experience and we’ll definitely be back.
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    Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse - Louisville$$$$• Steak• Downtown Louisville
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    4.8
  • BillGold
    Los Angeles •134 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    Consistently amazing. Service is always incredible and food is excellent. We love the live music as it adds to the ambience too.
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    Volare Italian Restaurant$$$$• Italian• Frankfort Ave - Crescent Hill
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    4.9

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