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Watch Hill Proper - A Bourbon + Dining Experience - Watch Hill Proper, Prospect, KY

Watch Hill Proper

4.7
4.7
68 Reviews
$31 to $50
American
11201 River Beauty Loop, Prospect, KY 40059

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 4 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Innovative
  • Great for creative cocktails
Watch Hill Proper Bourbon Bar & Kitchen is a unique restaurant experience located in the heart of bourbon country. Open to the public, we offer the largest selection of American whiskey in the country along with a world class cocktail program made entirely with American whiskey. Chef Michael Crouch is a master of blending flavor to pair with our whiskey, cocktails, and wine offerings.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–12:00 am
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Michael Crouch
  • Private party facilities
    We have two private rooms that are perfect for your next private event. Whether celebrating a birthday, anniversary, rehearsal dinner or business, allow us to host you and your guests for an amazing dining experience.
  • Neighborhood
    East Louisville
  • Cross street
    Meeting Street & River Beauty Loop
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 68 people are saying

Watch Hill Proper 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
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Central Kentucky

    Innovative

  • Central Kentucky

    Good for special occasions

  • Louisville

    Innovative

  • Louisville

    Good for special occasions

  • Louisville

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Watch Hill Proper is a bourbon lover's paradise with an "unreal bourbon selection" and "top-notch service." Guests rave about the fantastic food and cocktails, with standout dishes like the ribeye and mussels. The ambiance is inviting and perfect for celebrations. While some found food prices high, the overall dining experience is "absolutely amazing."
68 Reviews
  1. Gina

    Louisville2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time was incredible!! Our waiter gave us great recommendations, the food was great the lady singing really set the mood! Definitely will be coming back

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  2. Mary

    Cincinnati25 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 29, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We went early for drinks and appetizers, and everything was top notch.

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  3. Skylar

    Louisville2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great ambiance, amazing food, service, and the best bourbon selection you could imagine. Highly recommend

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  4. AlissaL

    Louisville2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and drinks are always perfect! Hands down our favorite place!

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    Indiana1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was wonderful. We celebrated our son’s 33rd birthday and the staff treated him like royalty. We ordered the appetizers, every side, and the list goes on. It was fabulous! The drinks were over the top. We will come back!

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  6. Joe VIP

    Louisville54 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was great. We brought friends who had never been there before and they loved it. The only "wish" I'd have is that the music not be as loud. The band was good, but it was hard to hear normal conversations -- and we were a good distance away. But thank you for a great night!

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  7. OpenTable Diner VIP

    St. Louis2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great place! Unreal bourbon selection! Food and service was fantastic.

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  8. OpenTable Diner VIP

    Louisville2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Second time we visited in less than a week and everything was perfect. The ceviche is LITERALLY the best I’ve ever had. Drinks are gorgeous and delish. Can’t wait to go back again!

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  9. gino

    Toronto1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food! Great service! Will definitely go again.

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  10. Hans

    Cincinnati11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My only hesitation in giving this place stellar reviews is that it will become more crowded. Simply some of the best service, food, drinks and ambiance there is. My girlfriend loved it and said best pasta (we had the bolognese) she ever had. One of the few places in the Midwest that you can find good lobsta rolls. The bar alone is worth the trip.

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FAQs

Watch Hill Proper is rated 4.7 stars by 68 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 4 times today
Google Map for Watch Hill Proper

11201 River Beauty Loop, Prospect, KY 40059

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Meeting Street & River Beauty Loop
  • Neighborhood
    East Louisville
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–12:00 am
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Cocktail Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Michael Crouch
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    We have two private rooms that are perfect for your next private event. Whether celebrating a birthday, anniversary, rehearsal dinner or business, allow us to host you and your guests for an amazing dining experience.
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