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Southern restaurant, Japanese Influence - Enso, Louisville, KY

Enso

4.8 (303)
$50 and over
Southern
1758 Frankfort Ave, Louisville, KY 40206

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 19 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Innovative
A Southern restaurant using Japanese technique and style to connect the parallels in culture between Japan and the American South. All service is a la carte and come out as they are prepared to insure they are served at their peak. Share the table with family and friends. We are honored to welcome all guests.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Southern, Japanese, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Lawrence Weeks
  • Neighborhood
    Frankfort Ave - Crescent Hill
  • Cross street
    Frankfort & Pope St.
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 303 people are saying

Enso reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Central Kentucky

    Innovative

  • Central Kentucky

    Healthy

  • Central Kentucky

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Central Kentucky

    Lively

  • Louisville

    Innovative

  • Louisville

    Healthy

  • Louisville

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Louisville

    Good for special occasions

  • Louisville

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Enso offers a delightful fusion of Southern comfort and Japanese cuisine, celebrated for its "creative and incredible" food and cocktails. Guests rave about the "exceptional" service, warm ambiance, and knowledgeable staff. With dishes that are "beautifully presented" and full of flavor, it's a must-visit for a unique dining experience.
303 Reviews
  1. Ignacio

    Louisville1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Some of the items in the menu are large for 2 persons you better ask the size before you order, otherwise it was fabulous, and the cocktails were outstanding

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  2. Grant

    Charleston11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Enso does an excellent job of merging Japanese style with southern flavor. The dishes were great, not overly spiced. The seats at the bar were great fun as well saw the first course prep station ( helped us decide what to order). The sake recommendation was also very good and not over priced. Good value for money and a pleasant evening.

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  3. Faith

    Louisville9 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great vibes! Wonderful service staff. Beautiful decor and amazing ambiance. Very unique & flavorful dishes. Creative cocktails! Highly recommend.

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  4. David

    Louisville3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Tremendous service and all of our server’s recommendations were fantastic. Both the food and cocktails were complex in flavor and well executed.

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  5. Abra

    Louisville2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    From the moment I walked into ENSO, I knew I was in for something special. The ambience was absolutely stunning—warm, modern, and inviting, with an energy that perfectly set the tone for the evening. We were greeted by a wonderful hostess, and every member of the staff we encountered was not only kind and attentive but impressively knowledgeable about the menu. Our server offered excellent suggestions, and every single one delivered! The dishes were beautifully presented, packed with flavor, and each had a delightful twist that made it memorable. The fusion of Southern comfort with Japanese influence was executed brilliantly—it felt both familiar and adventurous. ENSO is a 10/10 in every category: service, food, atmosphere, and creativity. I highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for a unique and elevated dining experience. I will definitely be back!

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  6. Rod VIP

    Louisville78 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time at Enso. Our server, Taylor, was excellent guiding us through the menu. The food is designed for sharing. We ordered two skewers (chicken thigh and lamb meat balls) and shared the Cajun ramen (homemade ramen noodles). All the food was excellent as were the cocktails. We will be back.

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  7. Joan VIP

    Louisville18 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Fantastic server Alex assisted us through a intriguing menu. The fusion of Japanese and southern cuisine made for excellent options. The ramen , duck dipping noodles and tuna nachos were all wonderful experiences .

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  8. michael

    Louisville5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent meal. One of the most unique we’ve had in quite some time.

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  9. Leigh VIP

    Indiana25 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We visited for the first time on Thurby when there was a guest chef. We really enjoyed the unique menu that night but can not speak to the regular menu. Service started strong but got a bit slower and the place became pretty loud as the Thurby crowd showed up. We plan to go back on a normal night to check it out again.

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  10. Colleen

    Baltimore2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 29, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Although the choices were limited the food was very good.

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Enso is rated 4.8 stars by 303 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 19 times today
Google Map for Enso

1758 Frankfort Ave, Louisville, KY 40206

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Frankfort & Pope St.
  • Neighborhood
    Frankfort Ave - Crescent Hill
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Southern, Japanese, Cocktail Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Lawrence Weeks
  • Additional
    Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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