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Naive Kitchen + Bar, Louisville, KY

Naive Kitchen + Bar

4.7
4.7
25 Reviews
$30 and under
Latin American
1001 E Washington St, Louisville, KY 40206

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 23 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for business meals
  • Great for creative cocktails
FRESH, LOCAL, INSPIRED FARE
Escape to the warmth and passion of Latin-inspired cuisine at Naive. Our vibrant dishes are a fiesta for your senses, bursting with bold flavors, zesty spices, and the freshest ingredients. Experience Mexico, Cuba, Peru, and other culinary creations in a lively and welcoming atmosphere.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Latin American, Tapas / Small Plates, Fusion / Eclectic
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon, Thu, Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Mon, Thu–Sun 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Mon, Thu–Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (502) 749-7856
  • Website
    https://eatnaive.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    David Richter
  • Location
    1001 E Washington St, Louisville, KY 40206
  • Neighborhood
    Butchertown
  • Cross street
    Corner of Wenzel and East Washington
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Experiences

  • Happy Hour 🍻

    Multiple dates available
    Unwind, sip, and savor at Naïve Kitchen + Bar with our Happy Hour—a perfect blend of handcrafted drinks and flavorful small plates in the heart of Louisville. 🍷 Drink Specials – House Red, White, Bubbles, House Marg & House Draft 🍽 Small Plate Specials – Delicious, seasonally inspired bites perfect for sharing (or not!) Whether you're winding down after work or starting the evening early, join us for great flavors, laid-back vibes, and good company from 3 to 5 PM.
    Happy Hour 🍻 Photo

Menu

Naive Kitchen + Bar's menu was last updated 2025-04-04.

Thursday,Friday,Monday 11AM-3PM

Sandwiches + Burgers

Served with Yuca Fries, Tossed in Chili Salt, with Chipotle Ailoi. Can substitute Salad

  • Pambazo Sandwich $16.00

    Chorizo Rojo, Potato, Slaw, Black Beans, Salsa Verde

    • Double Smash Burger $16.00

      Two Smash Patties, Aji Burger Sauce, Lettuce, Tomato, Pickle, Cheese

      • Chicken Torta $16.00

        Grilled Chicken, Oaxacan Cheese, Lettuce, Tomato, Peruvian Green Sauce, Roasted Red Pepper Sauce

        • Chile Relleno Sandwich$16.00

          Stuffed with Oaxacan Cheese, Black Bean and Corn Salsa, Topped with Guajillo Salsa, Avocado Creme and Topped with Lettuce

          Rice Bowl or Salad

          • Rice Bowl or Salad $12.00

            Choice of Rice or Mixed Green Base with Yams, Texas Caviar, Pickled Onions, Mole, Salsa Verde

            • Chicken Tinga $4.00
            • Grilled Verlasso Salmon $6.00
            • Hangar Steak $8.00
            • Pork $4.00

          Appetizers + Shareables

          • Chili Spiced Nut/Pepita Mix $5.00

            • Empanada (single)$5.00

              Chicken Tinga. Served with Peruvian Green Sauce

              • Blistered Peppers $6.00

                Tossed in White Mole

                • Tuna Ceviche Tacos $18.00

                  Tuna, Citrus, Mango Salsa, Avocado

                  • Goat Cheese Stuffed Dates $5.00

                    With Fresno Chili Jam

                    Last updated: April 4, 2025

                    What 25 people are saying

                    Naive Kitchen + Bar 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

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

                    Noise • Moderate

                    Loved For

                    • Central Kentucky

                      Great for brunch

                    • Central Kentucky

                      Good for groups

                    • Central Kentucky

                      Healthy

                    • Central Kentucky

                      Neighborhood gem

                    • Louisville

                      Great for brunch

                    • Louisville

                      Good for groups

                    • Louisville

                      Healthy

                    • Louisville

                      Neighborhood gem

                    Review summary

                    AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                    Naive Kitchen + Bar delights with "amazing" Latin-inspired dishes and "incredible" cocktails. Guests rave about the "wonderful" ambiance and attentive service. Highlights include the taco ceviche, empanadas, and Nutella flan. With a revamped menu and a cozy atmosphere, it's a "fantastic" spot for happy hour, brunch, or a memorable dinner.
                    25 Reviews

                    1. Kenneth

                      Louisville6 reviews

                      4.0

                      Dined 1 day ago

                      1. Overall 4
                      2. Food 4
                      3. Service 5
                      4. Ambience 4
                      The food was delicious, and the service was attentive. I especially enjoyed their branzino entree. We had an unusual appetizer of stuffed dates with some hot and spicy jelly with them. The drink menu offers lots of interesting choices. We will be back!

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                    2. Anna

                      Louisville7 reviews

                      5.0

                      Dined on April 19, 2025

                      1. Overall 5
                      2. Food 5
                      3. Service 5
                      4. Ambience 5
                      We love the new Naive! We split the Hanger Steak, Ceviche Tacos, and Esquites! All were INCREDIBLE! Will definitely be back!

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                    3. Stevonte

                      Louisville1 review

                      5.0

                      Dined on April 10, 2025

                      1. Overall 5
                      2. Food 5
                      3. Service 5
                      4. Ambience 5
                      Salt levels were good in the food. Servers were amazing!

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                    4. Amie

                      Louisville2 reviews

                      5.0

                      Dined on April 7, 2025

                      1. Overall 5
                      2. Food 5
                      3. Service 5
                      4. Ambience 5
                      Amazing meal and great portion sizes. I had the Tuna Ceviche and Steak, both were delicious! I'm so stoked I had booked. Thanks for the great food.

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                    5. Sarah

                      Chicago8 reviews

                      5.0

                      Dined on April 5, 2025

                      1. Overall 5
                      2. Food 5
                      3. Service 5
                      4. Ambience 5
                      This a great spot for Happy Hour. The food was delicious as well as the drinks. The staff were also attentive.

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                    6. Denise

                      Louisville6 reviews

                      3.0

                      Dined on March 29, 2025

                      1. Overall 3
                      2. Food 3
                      3. Service 4
                      4. Ambience 2
                      While the service was excellent, the overall impression of the food would not compel us to return. The best dish we had was the garlic shrimp appetizer.

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                    7. Carlyn

                      Louisville2 reviews

                      5.0

                      Dined on March 28, 2025

                      1. Overall 5
                      2. Food 5
                      3. Service 5
                      4. Ambience 5
                      We LOVED the revamped Naive. Sat outdoors and watched the sunset. Great service, incredible cocktails, and delicious food. Will go back soon. A+ experience!

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                    8. Josh

                      Louisville4 reviews

                      4.0

                      Dined on March 22, 2025

                      1. Overall 4
                      2. Food 4
                      3. Service 3
                      4. Ambience 4
                      Solid food. Good drinks. Nice atmosphere before LouCity game. Seemed a tad understaffed. Overall great experience

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                    9. William VIP

                      Louisville2 reviews

                      2.0

                      Dined on March 22, 2025

                      1. Overall 2
                      2. Food 4
                      3. Service 1
                      4. Ambience 3
                      The food was good however the service was not so good. We ordered our food, which was 3 different items, they brought us 2 and we finished. We had to ask about the third item it was about 15 minutes later it showed up. Never ask us for any refills, we had to ask and took them another 15 minutes to bring. I asked for the check and they finally gave it to us 10 minutes later. Service was not very good at all.

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                    10. Catherine

                      Louisville6 reviews

                      5.0

                      Dined on March 21, 2025

                      1. Overall 5
                      2. Food 5
                      3. Service 5
                      4. Ambience 5
                      Avocado Margarita is highly recommended because it was really good, sweet and spicy. Also the Pineapple Passionfruit Sour is the best too. I highly suggest to try Chicken empanadas and their green sauce. It is good too.

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                    FAQs

                    Naive Kitchen + Bar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (502) 749-7856.

                    Naive Kitchen + Bar is rated 4.7 stars by 25 OpenTable diners.

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

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                    3. Central Kentucky
                    4. Louisville
                    5. Butchertown

                    Make a reservation

                    2 people
                    7:00 PM
                    Booked 23 times today
                    Experiences are available.
                    Google Map for Naive Kitchen + Bar

                    1001 E Washington St, Louisville, KY 40206

                    Dining areas

                    Additional information

                    • Cross street
                      Corner of Wenzel and East Washington
                    • Neighborhood
                      Butchertown
                    • Hours of operation
                      Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon, Thu, Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Mon, Thu–Sun 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Mon, Thu–Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
                    • Price
                      $30 and under
                    • Cuisines
                      Latin American, Tapas / Small Plates, Fusion / Eclectic
                    • Dining style
                      Casual Dining
                    • Dress code
                      Casual Dress
                    • Parking details
                      Street Parking
                    • Payment options
                      AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                    • Executive chef
                      David Richter
                    • Additional
                      Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wine
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