Best Neighborhood Gem Restaurants in Kentucky

23 restaurants available nearby

1. Le Moo

4.6

Exceptional(5761)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Highlands - Bardstown Rd / Taylorsville Rd

Booked 56 times today

Louisville’s locally owned “Le Moo” is a dimly lit ambiance inspiring an elevated yet unstuffy menu of fine steakhouse fare +100 bourbons, yet there’s no jacket required. A must-do for dinner + brunch in Lou, KY.-Food Network “Top 25 Steakhouses in America”, -“Best Boozy Brunch”, Readers Choice“ Go ultra-luxe at Le Moo with a unique chef's tableside presentation of theMiyazaki Wagyu, a Grade A5, marble score-10 cut from Miyazaki, Japan, considered the best steak in the world. Mark the moment with a complimentary certificate of authenticity featuring an official nose-print from the cattle and the option to add your fingerprint.”“ Next-level things by calling ahead and requesting to dine at Le Moo's one-of-a-kind vintage Louis Vuitton booth, which is made with 17 pieces of vintage luggage and accommodates four to five diners.” - OpenTable Editorial TeamBest in Louisville for Birthday dinner celebrations due to the ‘your age off your steak’ deal and the special experience surprises.

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2. Ruth's Chris Steak House - Louisville

4.5

Awesome(3386)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • St Matthews

Booked 49 times today

Ruth Chris Steak House in Louisville, KY serves the finest USDA Prime beef available, broiled at 1800° and served on 500° plates, so your steak stays hot, juicy and delicious from first bite to last. Enjoy our New Orleans-inspired appetizers, USDA Prime steaks, fresh seafood, signature side dishes and homemade desserts. All this while you enjoy our warm, inviting atmosphere and Ruth’s Chris’ genuine hospitality. Whether you’re a regular or have just been wondering what all the buzz is about, Ruth's Chris is the perfect excuse to enjoy the perfect night out. Dinner is served nightly, reservations are suggested. Private dining and offsite catering may also be arranged. We ask Guests to support our family-friendly atmosphere by not wearing:Clothing with offensive graphics or language.Exposed undergarments, cut-off shorts and tank tops.We ask all Guests to remove hats when entering. (Please note - hats and team support jerseys (tank tops) are welcome in our bar and patio areas.

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3. River House Restaurant & Raw Bar

4.7

Exceptional(7418)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Downtown Louisville

River House Restaurant & Raw Bar is a neighborhood gem in downtown Louisville. It's a charming spot with a 'home-like' atmosphere, boasting a water wall and a fire pit on the porch overlooking the river. The menu features fresh seafood and regional cuisine with a Southern flair. Customers rave about the excellent food, service, and ambiance, with many noting the scenic river view. It's a favorite among locals for its consistently high-quality food and service.

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4. Volare Italian Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(4171)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Frankfort Ave - Crescent Hill

Booked 73 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.

5. Porcini

4.8

Exceptional(2854)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Frankfort Ave - Crescent Hill

Booked 27 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 patio. * For Parties of 8 or more, please contact the restaurant at (502) 894-8686 to make a reservation.

6. Grassa Gramma

4.7

Exceptional(4314)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Westport Rd - Lyndon

Booked 65 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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7. 211 Clover Lane Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(1183)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • St Matthews

Booked 13 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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8. Guacamole Modern Mexican

4.8

Exceptional(1788)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • East Market St - NuLu

Booked 36 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.

9. Mesh - Louisville

4.8

Exceptional(3554)

Price: Moderate

• American • St Matthews

Booked 48 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.

10. Varanese

4.7

Exceptional(4639)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Frankfort Ave - Crescent Hill

Booked 18 times today

Varanese settled in Louisville because of its successful independent dining scene, and he believes that the people of Louisville will appreciate fresh ingredients, prepared with a creative flair and a culturally diverse menu. Varanese’s eclectic menu boasts an array of options from stuffed grape leaves, and fried green tomato salad, to new signature entrées: the seared boneless pork chop, and caramelized orange salmon. Finish with a fried banana accompanied by a house-made oatmeal cookie dough ice cream dessert. This New American style restaurant will comfortably seat 150 guests between its bar, dining room and four seasons patio. The four seasons patio of Varanese is an addition to the building, which has a dramatic 20-foot slate water wall. The space is enclosed by a serpentine of glass doors, which retract to offer an outdoor dining experience. Varanese is located at 2106 Frankfort Ave. in the Historic Clifton neighborhood

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PaulaVIP
Central Kentucky •14 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Ruth's Chris is one of those restaurants that never disappoints. You get what you pay for. The restaurant has a vibe. Service is always excellent, and I especially love that the dinner plates are heated to 500 degrees.
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Ruth's Chris Steak House - LouisvillePrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• St Matthews
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4.5
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BradVIP
Central Kentucky •12 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Riverhouse has amazing customer service! I was so disappointed that I had missed the lobster thermidor special last night and they told me to come tonight and they would make it. They did and it was AMAZING! The cheese appetizer and my husbands ribeye were great as well. The drinks and dessert were the perfect additions. The service was very nice and the river with snow was a beautiful site. We really enjoyed our impromptu date night!
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River House Restaurant & Raw BarPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Downtown Louisville
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4.7
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Damon
Central Kentucky •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Great as always. Danielle was very enjoyable and did a fantastic job on her first night there.
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Volare Italian RestaurantPrice: Moderate• Italian• Frankfort Ave - Crescent Hill
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4.8
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BobVIP
Los Angeles •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Great restaurant, snapper with lobster beurre blanc was out of the world. Service exceptional as always.
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PorciniPrice: Expensive• Italian• Frankfort Ave - Crescent Hill
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4.8
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Steve
Central Kentucky •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jan 3, 2025
We had a wonderful dining experience at Le Moo. Jennifer was our server and she was friendly, knowledgeable and very professional. We had the lettuce wedge, ribeye (prime)-cooked to perfection, with the fried potato cakes. The food was exceptional and the turnaround time was very quick. We frequently dined at this establishment when it was the old K.T.'s, so it brought back many memories. They made awesome updates, but kept the wonderful nostalgic ambiance. I highly recommend dining at Le Moo.
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Le MooPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Highlands - Bardstown Rd / Taylorsville Rd
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4.6

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23 restaurants available nearby

1. Le Moo

2. Ruth's Chris Steak House - Louisville

3. River House Restaurant & Raw Bar

4. Volare Italian Restaurant

5. Porcini

6. Grassa Gramma

7. 211 Clover Lane Restaurant

8. Guacamole Modern Mexican

9. Mesh - Louisville

10. Varanese

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