Monk's Road Boiler House

4.6

109 Reviews

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 29, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 20 times today

Good for special occasions
Good for business meals
Great for creative cocktails

At Monk's Road Boiler House, our mission is to provide an exceptional dining experience that seamlessly blends the rich heritage of bourbon with the finest culinary artistry. We are dedicated to offering exquisite prime steaks, fresh seafood, and homemade pastas, all crafted with the highest quality ingredients and innovative techniques. Through our unwavering commitment to excellence, authenticity, and hospitality, we aim to create memorable moments for our guests, celebrate the culture of bourbon, and positively impact our community.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Steakhouse, Distillery, Cocktail Bar
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(502) 230-6600
Website
http://monksroadbh.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Ciro Pirozzi

Location
131 W Main St, Louisville, KY 40202-1365
Neighborhood
Downtown Louisville
Parking details
None
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wine

Oyster* $4.00
Mignonette, House Cocktail Sauce
Shrimp Cocktail $8.00
House Cocktail Sauce, Horseradish, Lemon
Tuna Crudo$23.00
Big Eye Tuna, Citrus Marinade, Cara Cara Supremes, Pistachio, Basil
Meatballs$18.00
Beef & Pork, Fennel, San Marzano Marinara
Arancini$18.00
Nduja & Mozzarella
Fried Calamari$18.00
Calabrian Chili, Lemon
Charcuterie$34.00
3 meats & 3 cheeses, Seasonal Pickled Vegetables

Salad

Caesar$15.00
Honey Gem, 63° Egg, Parm Crisp
Boiler House Wedge $15.00
Baby Iceberg, Green Goddess, Pepperoncini, Dolce Gorganzola, Bacon Crumble
Antipasto Chop$16.00
Mixed Lettuces, Salami, Provolone, Pepperoncini, Chickpeas, Artichoke Hearts, Sundried Tomato, Italian Vinaigrette

Pasta

Gnudi
Sweet Potato, Sausage, Brown Butter, Sage, Curly Kale, Toasted Pepitas
- 17
- 34
Cavatelli
Semolina Pasta, Parmesan, Genovese Pesto & Pine Nut
- 16
- 32
Pappardelle
Pork & Beef Ragu, Orange, Clove
- 20
- 36
Agnolotti
Ricotta & Spinach, San Marzano Marinara, Local Greens, Pecorino
- 18
- 35
Risotto
Red Shrimp, Calamari, Lobster, Lemon & Herbs
- 21
- 39

Entrée

Salmon$36.00
Faroe Island Salmon, Everything Spice, Fennel Celery Salad, Meyer Lemon
Scallop$42.00
Beets, Raw Root Vegetable Salad, Black Garlic Lentils, Sorrel
Tuna $44.00
Seard Ahi Tuna, Au Poivre, Turmeric Horseradish Creme, Asparagus, Yukon Potatoes, Crispy Onions
Chicken$36.00
Joyce Farms Chicken Roulade, White Bread Stuffing, Sausage Gravy, Cranberry Glaze, Haricot Verts, Roasted Sweet Potato, Macadamia Nuts
Picanha Steak$42.00
10oz Steak, Whipped Potatoes, Cherry Tomatoes, Chimichurri
Pork Chop $38.00
14oz Berkshire Chop, Riesling Braised Red Cabbage, Roasted Pear, Bourbon Glaze

Steaks*

8oz Petit Filet $55.00
10oz Filet $62.00
12oz USDA Prime NY Strip $58.00
16oz USDA Prime Ribeye $72.00
8oz Westholme Australian Wagyu Ribeye $88.00
12oz Westholme Australian Wagyu Ribeye $112.00
42oz USDA Prime Tomahawk $165.00

Sides

Charred Broccolini $14.00
Calabrian Chili Gremolata
Boiler House Baked Potato $16.00
Loaded Twice Baked Potato, Smoked Bacon, Aged Cheddar, Sour Cream Chive
Asparagus$14.00
Hollandaise, Parmigiano, Reggiano
Whipped Potatoes $12.00
- add Truffle Butter $4.00
Wild Mushroom $14.00
Marsala Wine, Garlic & Herbs
Creamed Corn $14.00
Sweet Corn, Green Bell Peppers, Stracciatella, Basil
Grilled Carrots$16.00
Carrot Puree, Apple, Labneh, Italian Dukka, Carrot Tops
Macaroni & Cheese$15.00
Campanelle, Mozzarella, Pecorino, Taleggio
Lobster Mac$38.00

Enhancements

Hollandaise$4.00
House Steak Sauce $4.00
Chimichurri $4.00
Truffle Butter $4.00
Creamy Horseradish $4.00
Blue Cheese $4.00
Lobster Tail
Diver Scallops $15.00
Shaved Black Truffles

*Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish or eggs may increase Your risk of food borne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions.

What 109 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.6Service
4.7Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Central Kentucky
Good for special occasions
Louisville
Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Monk's Road Boiler House offers an "amazing dining experience" with "exceptional service" and "delicious food." The beautifully renovated space adds to the elegant atmosphere. Guests rave about the "best steaks in town," flavorful dishes, and creative cocktails. Despite occasional noise, the overall vibe is lively and inviting. "Highly recommended!"

109 Reviews

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Eric
VIP
Louisville
21 reviews
5.0
21 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great experience and a guarantee that we’ll be back.
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Roman
Louisville
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 21, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Upon arrival we had a friend cancel on us. There was an elderly couple who had just by chance walked in hoping to get a table for dinner. I overheard the conversation and I immediately wanted to give them my reserved table as my other friend expressed interest in us sitting at the bar. The Host was surprised by my gesture as were the couple. They rushed them to their table and we took our seats at the bar. We ordered our drinks which came up promptly and then we ordered our food. A little later we were informed that they had lost internet and that there will be slight delay in our food as they had to manually submit their tickets. Luckily for us, we weren't on a time crunch and ordered a second martini. Our Calamari arrived shortly afterwards and was cooked to crispy perfection. Then our entrées came out and as expected it was all DELICIOUS! Perfecly cooked Filet, Tuna Crudo, Broccolini & The Lobster Mac & Cheese. Not only was the service great but our Bartender was a joy to interact with. She displayed a great wealth of knowledge & professionalism yet was very sociable when discussing a couple of topics. Overall, this was a great night!
Monk's Road Boiler HouseResponded 3 days ago
Roman, thank you so much for being such a wonderful guest and giving up your table to another party. We are thrilled you enjoyed your meal at the bar and we hope to see you again soon. -The Team at Monk's Road Boiler House
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Johnnie
Washington DC
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 21, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
First time visiting this place and I am pleased we picked it out for our dinner. Servers are knowledgeable and polite, food was amzing
Monk's Road Boiler HouseResponded on December 21, 2024
Thank you so much for the kind review Johnnie. We are so thrilled you chose to dine with us and that you enjoyed your experience. We look forward to seeing you again soon. -The Team at Monk's Road Boiler House
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KenD
Louisville
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on December 21, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
1 meal in group not fully cooked. Others very good.
Monk's Road Boiler HouseResponded 3 days ago
Sorry that one member of your group did not have the best experience. We hope that you will you return so that everyone can have the meal we strive to provide. -The Team at Monk's Road Boiler House
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Mark
VIP
San Francisco
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on December 20, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Nice food all around apps, salad and steak Fun atmosphere
Monk's Road Boiler HouseResponded on December 21, 2024
Thank you so much for the wonderful review Mark, we greatly appreciate it. We hope you will return soon and dine with us again. -The Team at Monk's Road Boiler House
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Kim
Cleveland
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on December 20, 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
The calamari had bits of metal bristle from the basket it was cooked in. iThe filet was overcooked to the point of being inedible. It was the worst dining experience I've ever had.
Monk's Road Boiler HouseResponded on December 21, 2024
Kim, I am so very sorry for the experience you had last night, that is not at all the standard we hold ourselves to. I sincerely apologize and hope you can forgive us for not delivering the experience we should. -Sincerely Charlie Cronin General Manager
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Lisa
Louisville
10 reviews
3.0
10 reviews
Dined on December 19, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 1
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
The location and vibe of Monk’s is top tier; however, the food is subpar. My husband and I ordered filets that were tough, mac and cheese that had no flavor, cavatelli pasta that was overdone and asparagus. The ambiance was dark and moody and perfect for a bourbon-themed bar/restaurant, but to get me to come back, the food needs to improve.
Monk's Road Boiler HouseResponded on December 20, 2024
Hi Lisa, I'm terribly sorry to hear that our food missed the mark during your visit. I appreciate you bringing your concerns to our attention so that we may continue to improve by tasting and sampling every dish before it goes to a guest. I hope you will come back and give us another opportunity in the future. Sincerely, Charlie Cronin General Manager
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Julie
Louisville
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was my 4th time to Monk Road and it was once again top notch. Without a doubt, the best restaurant in Louisville. Beautiful decor, great atmosphere and outstanding food.
Monk's Road Boiler HouseResponded on December 17, 2024
Thank you so much for your continued support Julie. We always love it when you dine with us. We can't wait to see you again. -The Team at Monk's Road Boiler House
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Brian
VIP
Columbus
41 reviews
5.0
41 reviews
Dined on December 12, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
What a phenomenal meal! This was our 2nd trip, and it was just as amazing as the first meal! Aly is the best server, and Chef Ciro is on a roll with his attention to detail and flavors. Loved the oysters, hanger steak, risotto and pork! We will be back soon.
Monk's Road Boiler HouseResponded on December 14, 2024
Wow, thank you so much Brian. We are thrilled to have you as a regular and look forward to seeing you again soon. -The Team at Monk's Road Boiler House
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Jason
Louisville
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 11, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Best steak in Louisville! Pasta was great too. Will be back soon.
Monk's Road Boiler HouseResponded on December 12, 2024
Thank you so much for the wonderful review Jason. We look forward to welcoming you back soon. -The Team at Monk's Road Boiler House
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FAQs

Monk's Road Boiler House is rated 4.6 stars by 109 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 29, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 20 times today

131 W Main St, Louisville, KY 40202-1365

Additional information

Neighborhood
Downtown Louisville
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Steakhouse, Distillery, Cocktail Bar
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
None
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Ciro Pirozzi
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wine

Website
http://monksroadbh.com/
Phone number
(502) 230-6600

Monk's Road Boiler House

Make a reservation

Additional information

Appetizer

Oyster* $4.00

Shrimp Cocktail $8.00

Tuna Crudo$23.00

Meatballs$18.00

Arancini$18.00

Fried Calamari$18.00

Charcuterie$34.00

Salad

Caesar$15.00

Boiler House Wedge $15.00

Antipasto Chop$16.00

Pasta

Gnudi

Cavatelli

Pappardelle

Agnolotti

Risotto

Entrée

Salmon$36.00

Scallop$42.00

Tuna $44.00

Chicken$36.00

Picanha Steak$42.00

Pork Chop $38.00

Steaks*

8oz Petit Filet $55.00

10oz Filet $62.00

12oz USDA Prime NY Strip $58.00

16oz USDA Prime Ribeye $72.00

8oz Westholme Australian Wagyu Ribeye $88.00

12oz Westholme Australian Wagyu Ribeye $112.00

42oz USDA Prime Tomahawk $165.00

Sides

Charred Broccolini $14.00

Boiler House Baked Potato $16.00

Asparagus$14.00

Whipped Potatoes $12.00

Wild Mushroom $14.00

Creamed Corn $14.00

Grilled Carrots$16.00

Macaroni & Cheese$15.00

Lobster Mac$38.00

Enhancements

Hollandaise$4.00

House Steak Sauce $4.00

Chimichurri $4.00

Truffle Butter $4.00

Creamy Horseradish $4.00

Blue Cheese $4.00

Lobster Tail

Diver Scallops $15.00

Shaved Black Truffles

*Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish or eggs may increase Your risk of food borne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions.

Overall ratings and reviews

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Review summary

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