FALL 2022 (Vol. 75) by Food & Dining Magazine

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Liquids

COOKING WITH RON | Stews for the season

This is the season for comfort food. And really, is there any food more comforting than stew? Our resident chef offers up some intriguing choices.

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Sure, the Bar Belle writes — but she can also lead a tour — and in this issue she discusses her path to bourbon knowledge.

FEATURES

Hauck’s isn’t the only thing happening in the Three Triangles area that encompasses Germantown, Schnitzelberg, and the heart of the city.

COCKTAIL CONTESSA | Fall in love with cocktails

EASY ENTERTAINING | Bourbon and apples

Our expert spirit guide gives you the lowdown on Louisville’s downtown — where distilling is very much alive.

A summary of changes in the local restaurant scene — with openings, closings, changes and more.

RESTAURANT GUIDE

Did we mention that we’re highlighting bourbon’s fall appeal? Well, we are — and it turns out bourbon goes well with autumn’s apple crop.

Location is everything for diners and for restaurateurs — and our one-of-a kind maps cover the entire Metro region.

COLUMNS Starters

In his own right, Roger Baylor is an instrumental figure in the history of beer and brewing in Louisville. Here he offers a definitive up-to-date account of the history and the current state of affairs that you’ll want to hold onto for future reference.

PROFILE | Hauck’s Corner

Food

THE LOCAL

COMINGS & GOINGS

SPIRITS | Whiskey Row distilleries

BAR BELLE | Lessons from my bourbon journey

Our comprehensive list of Louisville eateries is a unique and essential tool for area diners.

Maps (RESTAURANT LOCATOR)

Speaking of bourbon — one of the themes of this issue — here are some scrumptious seasonal bourbon cocktails.

Dining Guide

Historic Hauck’s turns a new corner in one of the city’s most exciting resurgent neighborhoods.

FEATURE | A guide to Louisville Craft Breweries

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Chef Shaq’s Kitchen (612 S. Fifth St.) in the former Yafa Café downtown is helmed by Shaquan McDonald, whose two decades of kitchen experience informs a varied “greatest hits” menu, including his signature Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich. At Happy Belly Bistro (1020 E. Washington St.) rising young Chef Ashlee Northington vends a purposeful selection of purposeful burgers and tacos to the hungry patrons at the Ten20 Craft Brewery complex at the edge of NuLu.

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All breweries brew beer, but not all breweries make cider. Opening in September, Pivot Brewing Co. (1753 Bardstown Rd.) will be the first Louisville taproom of the Lexington brewery and cider y, situated next to Purrfect Day Cat Café in the Highlands.

cializes in cakes, pastelitos and flan. La Terraza Fourth Street (654 S. Fourth St.) has quesadillas, margaritas and a pleasant patio downtown (formerly BBC 4th Street).

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Diverse Beechmont in South Louisville plays host to The StrEatery (304 W. Woodlawn Ave.), Dung Tran’s collective kitchen and food hall. His Fresh Out the Box is there, recently joined by Soul Hi Vegan, Ms. Lisa’s Vietnamese pop-up and occasional appearances by other pop-up kitchens.

Paraphrasing the 19th-century Scottish writer Andrew Lang, “Food writers use statistics in the same way that a drunk uses a lamp-post — for support rather than illumination.”

During the year it took Hing Wang Cajun Seafood & Sushi (2116 E. Spring St.) to remodel and hire staff, the Vietnamese/Cajun Seafood boil craze came and went. Now Hing Wang has New Albany to itself, with combo boils and sides as well as a broad selection of sushi and sashimi (and across the street the original Hing Wang continues to serve Chinese dishes, including a fine vegetarian egg foo young.

Sangria Bar at Union (125 W. Chestnut St.) in downtown Jeffersonville is a weekends-only offshoot of Union Restaurant & GameYard, featuring freshly made sangrias conjured from Old 502 Winery vino accompanied by charcuterie boards from Board & You.

The new normal? It’s abnormal, and a scrum, and at times you feel like screaming. But there’s no segment of the economy more resilient than ours, so let’s have a look at the comings, goings and hopscotching (apologies to the late Mr. Lang).

A mere 400 feet away, Redbud Dining Room (983 Goss Ave.) reimagines the late, lamented Eiderdown and is the latest project from the team behind Toasty’s Tavern and New Wave Burritos. For a modest upcharge, you can add caviar to anything.

In the second quarter of 2022, Food & Dining tracked 30 restaurant openings (or those about to open) versus 13 closings. In the third quarter, this ratio is 26 to 18. It’s still a hopeful post-pandemic ratio for Louisville, and we persist in viewing the collective glass as half full.

COMINGS

The regional El Nopal chain’s newest outlet shares space with Black Olive Italian Restaurant/El Nopal (2745 Crittenden Dr.), where Cardinal Hall of Fame previously operated by the Fairgrounds. Black Olive offers tried and true Italian appetizers, pastas and pizza, along with steaks and seafood.

BY ROGER BAYLOR

A bailiwick inside an enclave, Schnitzelburg is a Germantown state of mind as well as home to two highly anticipated new dining and drinking establishments. Hauck’s Corner (1000 Goss Ave.) preserves the tradition of Hauck’s Handy Store, a neighborhood icon for more than a century, now reverentially renovated but still suitable for a bologna sandwich.

Tres Amigos (9921 Ormsby Station Rd.), in the former Guacamole near Anchorage, is the second iteration of the original in Georgetown, Kentucky. In Lyndon, Gold Sweet Bakery (529 Lyndon Ln.), opened by a Cuban husband and wife baking duo, spe-

Your grandad’s morning Maxwell House has long since transmuted into barista-driven espresso and Old Grand Dad at trend-

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New Albany’s professional golfing legend Fuzzy Zoeller lends his name and effortless charisma to Fuzzy’s The 15th Club, Food & Spirits (4900 Water Tower Rd.), open for breakfast, lunch and dinner inside the Hilton Garden Inn Jeffersonville, a manageable tee shot from River Ridge Commerce Park.

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ultimately electing to move to a yet-to-be-determined new building, and vowing to double down on his breakfast and brunch focus.

Trendiness is endemic in food and drink, explaining a bourbon bar at every dog groomer’s and fried eggs atop ice cream cones. In 2020/2021 as many as 10 Asian-inspired Cajun seafood boils opened in metro Louisville, among them Captain Crab Seafood Boil and Bar (4112 Outer Loop), 502 Crab House (5023 Mud Ln.) and The Bayou (434 W. Market St.), all three closed, prompting crustaceans everywhere to breathe a figurative sigh of relief.

CC’s Kitchen excelled downtown within cramped confines at 800 S. Fourth St., and owner Corey Milliman’s move to more spacious digs at 651 S. Fourth St. (ex-Marketplace) should enable expanded weekend brunch drag shows and abet the restaurant’s off-the-charts exuberance.Anotherrestaurateur in need of a larger stage and brighter lights is Leo Lopez, who moved his long-running Habana Blues Restaurant & Lounge from 320 Pearl St. in New Albany to 6112 Preston Hwy., former home of Trixie’s, and a venue ideally scaled to Lopez’s nightclubThreeaspirations.years ago Tom Brown brought craft brewing to the Audubon Park branch of Hometown Pizza (4041 Preston Hwy.). The beer was a hit, and Brown wanted to bring his own brand of “house beer meets pizzeria” ethos to Louisville. So he bought the Audubon Park branch plus two other Louisville Hometown Pizza locations: Audubon Park, (9601 Newbridge Rd.) in Fern Creek and (12607 Taylorsville Rd.) Jeffersontown and built a new brand, Craft House Pizza, with a crafty lineup that features barrel-aged beers.

Louisville’s only Golden Corral (4032 Taylorsville Rd.) is open again in Hikes Point following a pandemic lull. Other chain multipliers include a third Vinaigrette Salad Kitchen (3012 Bardstown Rd.) in the Gardiner Lane Shopping Center and second sites for The Peach Cobbler Factory (2237 Bardstown Rd.) in the Highlands and Crumbl Cookies (4110 Summit Plaza Dr.) in Springhurst. First Watch (4948 U.S. 42) continues to expand rapidly with a seventh location, this one caters to the East End near Holiday Manor.

FIX Coffeehouse and Bakery (10616 Meeting St.) became Café Commons in Norton Commons. Against the Grain’s downtown basement speakeasy Flamingo Lounge (119 S. Seventh St.) is now a private events space. In Jeffersonville, Barrelhouse on Market (1005 W. Market St.) was bought by two area musicians, who have installed Losers812, a rock and roll bar.

For a half-century Ada Smith cooked for Louisville. Smith cooked at her house, sold desserts from the trunk of her car, then spent 22 years preparing meals at the Red Cross building downtown before relocating to Ada’s Kitchen and Catering (214 W. Broadway) in 2019. Smith died at 84 in August, and although her restaurant isn’t coming back, she has bequeathed an astounding legacy to our city.

Marketplace Restaurant’s (651 S. Fourth St.) closure during the pandemic came with an open-ended promise to return downtown, but instead, it is the new home of CC’s Kitchen.

Darnell Ferguson conducted a refreshing public dialogue about the future of SuperChefs (1702 Bardstown Rd.) in the Highlands,

File under “rack and roll”: Railyard Billiards & Sports Pub (630 Barret Ave.; the former Diamond Pub) touts 31 pool tables and 26 TVs with craft beer, cocktails and pub grub. Fun and games also can be found in Jeffersonville at Losers812 (1005 W. Market St.), which is an unapologetic rock music performance venue — and the kitchen stays open late, too.

setting hybrid places that function as both coffee houses and cocktail bars, like downtown’s Jackdaw Coffee & Bourbon Bar (120 S. Floyd St.), the Irish-themed Cambria Hotel restaurant. The Old Louisville Coffee Co-op (316 W. Ormsby Ave.) is employee-owned, community-minded, and stays open 24 hours on weekends, serving as an LGBTQ safe space. Meanwhile Cafe Commons (10616 Meeting St.) concentrates on coffee and snack delivery to its “town center” neighbors in Norton Commons.

J. Harrod’s (7507 Upper River Rd.), a fixture for 28 years in Prospect, ceased operations in August. There’ll be a new restaurant coming into the building. Decca (812 E. Market St.) also called it quits after a decade in NuLu. The Middletown location of pan-Asian takeout standby Yang Kee Noodle (13301 Shelbyville Rd.) is gone, although the owners hope it might be revived elsewhere.

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The coffee shop-cum-sports bar Pregame Coffee (1737 Frankfort Ave.) relocated from 723 E. Main St. to a building fondly remembered as Jerry’s Junk. At Dark Horse Tavern (2354 Frankfort Ave.; previously The Avenue) the owner is the same, the kitchen has been supplanted by a stage for live music, and there’s a permanent food tr uck (Jo Yo’s). F&D

MOVES & CHANGES

Mercato’s (10640 Meeting St.), a sit-down restaurant turned graband-go market, came and went at Norton Commons. The end of the two-year-old Gold Bar Louisville (1601 Story Ave.) near Butchertown was attributed to pandemic-related aftershocks, and The Green House (11615 Main St.) combination coffee shop and plant nursery in Middletown closed after the owner changed career

GOINGS

Universitys. of Louisville student favorite Maira Mediterranean Grill (1907 S. Fourth St.) fell victim to displacement by a redevelopment project. Similarly, real estate maneuverings and lease situations compelled two long-running Asian restaurants, Fern Creek’s Hibachi Sushi Buffet (5316 Bardstown Rd.) and Great Wok (2502 Preston Hwy.) to bow out.

The seventh location of Wild Eggs (223 W. Fifth St.) is slated for a September debut in New Albany’s west end on the Appian Way to Caesar’s (casino), while a second Louisville location of North Lime Coffee and Donuts (1301 Herr Ln.) opened in Westport Village.

Red Yeti Restaurant (256 Spring St.) was the first and only brewpub in Jeffersonville, but brewing there has ceased. However the popular kitchen and excellent guest beer list remain fully intact. Bandido Taqueria Mexicana left its storefront at Falls City Brewing Company (901 E. Liberty St.) and opened a new taqueria at 2901 Goose Creek Rd.

For most of my life, I’ve mostly driven around or through the area via arterial routes: Shelby, Goss, Burnett, Ellison, Oak, Kentucky, etc. — unless, that is, I was driving point-to-point to, say, The Nachbar, to hear Jacob Duncan play some jazz, or to any of the assorted restaurants in the area.

TheLocal TheLocal

Traveling by car, the area has always felt a bit obscure to me. That’s partly because it’s an area where streets end in cul-de-sacs at railroad tracks and some of the junctions meet at odd angles.

BY MARTY ROSEN

The Local celebrates the places that make Louisville Metro feel like home, whether old or new, traditional or innovative.

The neighborhoodGermantown-Schnitzelburgevolves,whilesurviving intact

A while back, I took a walk through Germantown-Schnitzelburg, and was surprised at its intimate walkable scale. In my headspace, Check’s Café and the Logan Street Market occupy completely different worlds. But the walking distance is a just over a mile — though I’d recommend cutting through the neighborhoods to take in the trees, the shotgun houses, and the neighborly bustle around homes that not so long ago were just the right size for a family.

For a moment, let’s leave aside the famously nuanced lines of demarcation that subdivide the Schnitzelburg-Germantown area at the heart of the city, and consider the whole.

Everywhere you look you see an old neighborhood that has evolved — while surviving intact. A few minutes walking will take you from the revived Hauck’s Corner (profiled by Kevin Gibson on page

But I think there’s another, more important factor: this is as an actual example of an almost entirely intact old-fashioned neighborhood, where businesses and people coexist, where the notion of a shop on the corner — a “corner store” — still persists not as a romantic memory, but as an integral social structure — a legacy of the era when pretty

much everybody lived within convenient walking distance of an assortment of small businesses, and when people would end their evening at the local pub, instead of watching TV shows about people hanging out in local pubs.

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Some places that defined Germantown 25 years ago have gone away (like the legendary Flabby’s). Others have remained intact for many decades (like Check’s Café). Others have evolved. When my cousin-in-law Danny saw a draft of the map that F&D’s cartographer Charles Syrett created for this story, he noted that Pop’s Place Bar & Grill (which has a fascinating multi-generational family arc) was once Huelsman’s Ash Street Bar & Grill (where old-timers listened to Nancy Porter playing the accordion), and later the 19th Hole. And newspaper records report that in 1927 it was a “soft drink stand” where plainclothes cops busted the proprietor for running a handbook — and caught him as he tried to make his escape over a fence.

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All through those neighborhoods you’ll find a patchwork of small (and sometimes big) businesses of all sorts — including the places that interest us at F&D.

OurCrawl.suggestion — only a one-mile walk — would be to start at Kaiju and then to Nachbar, followed by Hauck’s Corner. Then head down Hickory Street and stop in at Pops Place Bar & Grill, Old Hickory Inn, and end at Check’s Café. You could also add a leg to The Pearl and The Merryweather. And you could add a craft beer element by taking in Wild Hops at Logan Street Market, Atrium Brewery, and Monnik Beer Company (see Roger Baylor’s feature story on Louisville’s Craft

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14) to the 19th century cotton mill building that now houses Germantown Mills Lofts (and Germantown Social).

Elsewhere, people are trying to figure out how to create scalable neighborhoods with a sense of place and connection. And this is a natural example of exactly that. This is a neighborhood where everything old seems new again, and vice-versa.

Breweries on page 24).

The food scene is an eclectic mix of old and new, casual and fine. This is a restaurant “zone” rather than a restaurant row, and it’s completely dominated by independent restaurants, with nary a chain to be found. But Goss Avenue is shaping up as a row of its own. Already anchored by Sarino’s fine Italian cuisine, The Post’s superb pizza, Four Pegs, Bean Roastery and Café, and North of Bourbon, it’s now seeing the recent opening of Red Bud Dining Room (from the folks who brought us New Wave Burritos and Toasty’s Tavern) and Hauck’s Corner. And over on the other corner, around Logan Street Market, another cluster is forming around Square Cut Pizza and Sugar Room, and Red Top Gourmet Hot Dogs. Plus there are a ton of events in this area — including the summertime Germantown Schnitzelberg Blues Festival co-sponsored by Check’s Café, and the Germantown Oktoberfest which runs Sept. 16, just after this issue hits the street. It's hard to predict what will come next, but something is definitely right around the corner. F&D

Corners have always had taverns — and this area is hopping with some of Louisville's most historic neighborhood taverns. If you want to explore the neighborhoods in a unique way you could create your own DIY Pub

When Hauck’s Corner, as the business is now known, reopened in July for an open house and a revival of the World Championship Dainty Contest, the neighborhood — in fact the entire city — was enthusiastic. And now a future once in doubt has become clear.

When the store, with its signature corner neon sign, closed in 2019, there were plenty of questions regarding what would happen to the local, family-owned touchstone. And while questions swirled for a couple of years, the building — along with several other properties once owned by the Hauck family — is now in the hands of an ownership group that has this icon of the past looking forward, all while offering a deliberate and heartfelt nod to what came before.

Today’s Hauck’s is different from, say, 50 years ago — but the focus is still to serve the neighborhood. Where past customers might have shopped for enough meat to make it to the next paycheck, now Hauck’s offers approachable bar fare and beverages in a relaxed, familyfriendly atmosphere.

or well over a century, Hauck’s Handy Store was a Schnitzelburg neighborhood stalwart, always there to offer local residents food, supplies and friendship.

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The front of the building, where neighbors once picked up groceries, sundries, and the daily paper, is now a bar ensconced in wood with a vibe that feels like a throwback to the Hauck’s soda fountain of yesteryear. A 1950s-era meat cooler has been repurposed as a beer cooler that sits behind the bar. White metal signs serve up memories, advertising “Lunch Meats,” “Ice Cream,” “Milk/Bread” and “Money Orders.” Vintage mosaic lamps hanging from the ceiling furnish not just light, but atmosphere. Old beer signs adorn the walls. The shop’s original front storm door now hangs over a booth.

The layout had to be changed to ﬁt the new purpose, Walschon said. “But I wanted people to be able to come in and recognize the feel of the place. I think we’ve captured that really well.”

When they bought the building (along with four other buildings on the block), owners, Freddy and Angelica Pizzonia and partner Jeff Walschon, found a structure with extensive issues that needed work and care. Their response was to gut it, moving most of what they pulled out to one of their otherCeilingsbuildings.and flooring were removed. The original hardwood floors were refurbished. When they stripped the building’s exterior, workers unearthed a Coca-Cola mural, that was disassembled piece by piece and reassembled on the back patio. They reassembled the space using original wood and fixtures — right down to the old doors converted to tables and old doorknobs reused as hangers for purses and jackets.

Hauck’s had a personal allure for Freddy Pizzonia.“Itreminded me of my father,” Pizzonia said. “He had a little store, and he gave every neighbor credit. He was always giving and doing things. I always liked Germantown and always hung out here. I started buying real estate and, I don’t know, when this thing came up for sale, I had to have it.”

In another room, there’s a shrine to George Hauck, his legacy and, of course, the World

The New Hauck’s

In the end, nearly every piece of wood from Hauck’s Handy Store was reclaimed and reused.

(top) The famous Hauck’s neon sign remains. (center, clockwise from left) The reclaimed doors were converted to the bars tabletops; co-owner Jeff Walschon; the Shrine room dedicated to George Hauck and the Dainty Contest. (left) The Coca-Cola room.

That Walschon and the Pizzonias acquired the place together wasn’t an anomaly. They have collaborated before, most notably on the Italian restaurant Ciao, which replaced the iconic Baxter Station.And

And upholding the Hauck’s tradition (and the appetites of Dainty fans) there’s a super-thick fried bologna sandwich on the menu, dressed to the nines with Creole mustard, smoked pimento cheese, sweet pickles and an over-easy egg, on a brioche bun.

Championship Dainty Contest, the neighborhood tradition he founded. The room, about the size of a small bedroom, was once Mr. Hauck’s sitting room, the place where he held court and received visitors. The walls display newspaper clippings and photos about George, the Dainty Contest, and more. A Pac-Man machine stands in one corner, and the small tables along a bench are antique safes the Haucks had saved.

“I wanted to really focus on this really good food that had some creative twists to it, but it’s also recognizable — it’s good for families or bar patrons,” Rosenberg said. “I wanted to appeal to the masses. I have a feeling the place is going to be pretty busy.”

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Shareables include Bang Bang Shrimp, ﬂash-fried and tossed in a sweet chili and sriracha sauce, and a trio of fried chicken sliders, topped with hot pepper jelly glaze and sweet pickles on a brioche bun — in portions so ample that an order of three would be a meal for the average eater.

(top) The massive courtyard is anchored by a center fountain. (center, from left) Placards remembering past Dainty contest champions; a 1982 Louisville Times article on the Dainty contest. (right) The patio with additional seating and swings.

The next room is an indoor/outdoor space that offers plenty of seating and a view of the back patio and the aforementioned Coke mural. Outside there’s a vintagelooking bright red food truck with a statue of Betty Boop at its ﬂank. On the patio, there’s an additional seating area with swings. And once you step onto the patio, it opens up to a patio that adjoins the other Hauck properties, complete with additional seating and a fountain. A retail shop already is doing business next door with other concepts to follow in the former houses that have been reﬁtted for retail. Plans include a breakfast spot, an ice cream parlor and more. In a building on the other side of Hauck’s, at the opposite corner, a seafood restaurant will soon open.

Other offerings include salads, a smash burger, fried ﬁsh tacos, an “ultimate” grilled cheese that incorporates three cheeses, bacon and tomato on Hawaiian bread, and a giant pretzel with beer cheese made using Hauck’s American Pilsner from Monnik Beer Co.

It seems certain that the Hauck’s complex will be a magnet for the neighborhood and beyond. The new menu, which was developed by Allan Rosenberg — who is consulting on all the food in the new spaces — focuses on bar fare with mild twists. Rosenberg, of course, is famous for his pizza (he founded the legendary, much-missed Papalinos), and he’ll be popping up with pizza from time to time. But beyond that, the menus offer eclectic choices: like basic chicken wings or Spicy Korean wings sprinkled with sesame seeds and cooked to a glistening dark red hue — or for the adventurous brined in dill pickle juice and rubbed with pickle salt.

There’s also a version of a Lime Rickey on what is called the Hauck’s Soda Fountain Menu plus an Old Fashioned on draft, and of course the menu will include classic cocktails. Beers range from Miller High Life pony bottles to rotating premium craft beers and ciders. In other words, much like the food menu, there will be something for everyone, which certainly carries on the Hauck’s tradition.

“It will bring out the kid in you,” Johnson said. “I will say I think it’s going to be the best drink on the menu.”

I interviewed Mr. Hauck in 2014 for a book I was writing about local beer history; most of that interview was never used for the book, but it was an honor to sit in his little sitting room, which is now his shrine, to talk about his life and experiences. I will never forget talking to him about his childhood. He said, “I have nothing but happy memories.”

“The man was up to bat, he was in his 90s, and everybody made sure to stop what they were doing and pay extra special attention to him,” Johnson recalled. “He ended up swinging, fell over and cut his leg on the pavement and they had to get EMS out here and get him on a stretcher. As they took him away, he gave a shaky thumbs up, and 300 people with Bud Lights said, ‘Yeeeaaahhh!’”

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“I remember thinking, ‘This is awesome.’”

Of course, where there’s bar food, there’s going to be beer and cocktails. Beverage director Conner Johnson took pains to create a bar menu that would beﬁt the Hauck’s legacy, including plenty of what he terms “Dad beers,” along with alcoholic takes on orange cream soda which he calls the Vintage Orange Ampliﬁer.

(top) Thick-cut bologna griddle fried, creole mustard, smoked pimento cheese, sweet pickles, over easy egg on a brioche bun. (center) Fried chicken sliders, with bacon, hot pepper jelly glaze and sweet pickles. (left) Bang Bang Shrimp — flash fried shrimp, sweet chili and sriracha sauce. (far left) SpicyKoreanchickenwings.

Neighborhood Legacy

George Hauck was a neighborhood treasure, a man whose customers could buy on credit and take care of the bill when they got paid at the ﬁrst of the month. He helped people work on their homes and cars. He also brought the now-famous Dainty Contest to the neighborhood in 1971, a tradition in Schnitzelburg and Germantown that draws hundreds every year, while also raising money for the Little Sisters of the Poor, his pet charity. The revived 2022 version was again a hit, and the event will go forward, continuing to be a charitable endeavor while adding elements to further driveDainty,attendance.asHauck described it, was a German children’s game, although in the Louisville version, it’s for ages 45 and above. And it’s a captivating spectacle, with participants using a stick to send another stick airborne. The person whose dainty stick travels the farthest distance is the Dainty Champion. Johnson remembers fondly his ﬁrst Dainty Contest in 2016 when an elderly man took his turn and it didn’t go as planned.

And the fried bologna sandwich also had roots in Mr. Hauck’s early years.

And Johnson the beverage director concluded, “The neighborhood is changing a whole lot. Sometimes you get your memories stripped away from you. That’s the opposite here — we want to keep the place the way it has always been and look forward to another 100 years. We care about the neighborhood. Hopefully, it won’t take long for people to believe us.” F&D

Said Pizzonia, “We agreed we wanted to keep as much history there as we could. The neighborhood needs what we’re doing.”

“Everything was very thought out,” Rosenberg said. Pizzonia “wants to make sure everything’s right. He’s very passionate about that. It’s about longevity here. It’s about catering to the neighborhood and the people in Germantown and the surrounding areas. I think we’ll get a lot of other people, but that’s the important part — catering to families.”

Born in 1920, his life was much different than those of today’s kids. He lived the beginning of his life through Prohibition and the Great Depression. But he hinted at how his love for the Dainty was formed at an early “Nowadays,age. you have to be off the street,” he told me. “Nobody trusts children being out. Years ago, nobody had any money, but we played street games. After the sun went down, everybody gathered under the corner streetlight. Those days are gone.”

“Whenever you went to someone’s home or something they would have bologna or cheese or maybe Limburger” sandwiches, he said. And he recalled during Prohibition eating Swiss cheese sandwiches with “near beer.”

(top) Ale beer battered cod fish tacos. (center, from left) Parmesan truffle fries and sweet potato fries with a marshmallow sauce. Ultimate Grilled Cheese — three cheeses, bacon and tomato on Hawaiian bread. (right) Meatball pizza with pork and beef, roasted red peppers and fresh mozzarella.

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He speciﬁcally remembered going to a place called Quino’s Café, which was on Market Street: “I would get a nickel glass of beer and we would always bring home six Swiss cheese sandwiches, which were 15 cents. And they had that good mustard.”

Catering to those memories, which are foundational to the business and the neighborhood, was a speciﬁc goal for the owners of Hauck’s Corner.

“To be able to see all the work George has done in the community — I don’t know the right word for it, but it really put the project in perspective and really made me conﬁdent we were doing right by the community, by the family, by everyone who has a stake in this place,” Walschon said. “Our big objectives were to honor his legacy and this building’s legacy. A hundred years is a long time to be on a corner.”

The concept of stews, long-cooked meats in a variety of sauces, is something so obvious that virtually every culture has its own approach to stew. The northern forests of Europe, which produce a reliable mast crop — acorns, beech nuts, and other nutritious forest-based food — offer an ideal environment for raising pigs. Beef, too, is raised for the market in Northern Europe, and many goulash recipes call specifically for beef – but even so this iconic dish comes in an array of variations that highlight different ingredients and spices. This fall I offer a Hungarian pork goulash with sauerkraut that can be made on the stovetop or in a pressure cooker or Insta Chickenspot.are the most abundant bird on the planet. The African landscape and environment provides a lot of relatively free food that suppor ts the cultivation of chickens — including bugs, all sorts of seeds, and — chickens being omnivorous feeders — even small rodents and reptiles. Peanuts originated in Africa, and are a common ingredient in many ethnic dishes throughout the continent. I offer here a chicken stew in a rich peanut sauce.

hen the heat of summer finally dissipates and cooler autumn breezes begin to blow; when the first frost begins to wilt your precious basil; when the first leaves begin to fall and the green leaves of summer give way before the fiery colors of the fall forest, that’s when our tastes start to shift away from salads and quick grilled meats and we start fo long for the rich, warmng comforts of savory stews.

Although European cuisines famously view stews as meat dishes that are simmered hours on the cooktop, other parts of the world take dif-

African chicken stew

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1 28-ounce can whole peeled tomatoes, drained and crushed

Many sects of Indian religions regard vegetarianism as part of their spiritual practice. As a result, Indian cooking has a huge range of tastes and ingredients. This version seems approachable to American kitchens so long as they have deep choices of spices.

Indian vegetable stew

There are many variations of the chicken in peanut sauce. This is an easy one.

¼ cup tomato paste

Indian vegetable stew (Serves 4-6)

1 3-pound chicken, cut into eight pieces (or four thighs and four drumsticks)

1 cup water Salt

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil

½ cup of chunky peanut butter

(Serves 4-6)

remove from pot and reserve while you brown the remaining chicken. Remove all chicken when nicely browned. Add onions and garlic (add more oil if needed) and cook over medium heat until softened. Add the tomatoes, tomato paste and peanut butter. Gradually stir in enough water to make a smooth sauce. When sauce bubbles, return all chicken to the pot. Reduce heat to low so the sauce bubbles very slowly. Partially cover and cook for one hour. Served over rice if desired.

1 medium onion, peeled and coarsely chopped

ferent approaches. Much of Indian cuisine is rooted in vegetarian and vegan diets. And since vegetables cook more quickly than do meats, the cookery is quicker: there isn’t as much downtime and relaxing between the time the stew is put together and the time when it is ready to eat. One of the cultural and culinary contributions of Indian cuisine is the variety of spices that contribute different aromas and tastes to their dishes — and of course stews from the subcontinent also offer a great opportunity to dish up the classic flatbread of India, naan — which I’ve recently found readily available at some area markets. Naan is a lovely addition to almost any Indian dish.

3 large onions, coarsely chopped

2 cloves garlic, peeled and crushed

4 cloves garlic, peeled and minced

In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat oil at medium heat until shimmery. Add chicken pieces three or four at a time, making sure not to crowd the pan. Brown chicken on all sides. When browned

¼ cup vegetable oil

2 cups vegetable broth

3 small potatoes, washed and quartered

2 large carrots, scraped and cut into 1-inch chunks

⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper

Hungarian goulash (Serves¼cup4) vegetable oil

¾ cup low-fat plain yogurt (optional)

1 teaspoon ground coriander

2 tablespoons caraway seeds

In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat oil at medium heat until shimmery. Add onions and cook, stirring often, until fragrant and beginning to brown (5 to 6 minutes). Add garlic, continually stirring, until fragrant (about one minute). Add cumin

1 cup plain low-fat yogurt

½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

and crushed tomatoes and reduce heat to low and partially cover. Simmer, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes and carrots are tender (about 30 to 35 minutes). Stir in water as needed to keep vegetables from burning. Stir in cilantro, and serve with yogurt and of course, naan.

1tablespoon sweet Hungarian paprika (substitute with cayenne pepper in a pinch)

1teaspoon ground cumin

1 14-ounce can crushed tomatoes, drained

¼ teaspoon cardamom

Naan bread (optional)

1 medium potato, rinsed and halved

In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat oil at medium heat until shimmery. Add the pork shoulder in batches, making sure not to crowd the pan. Brown pork shoulder on all sides. When browned remove from pot and reserve while you brown the remaining pork. Remove all pork shoulder when nicely browned. Add other ingredients and when broth bubbles, add meat. Reduce to low and partially cover. Cook for about 1½ hours on the stovetop. In an Instant-pot, bring to pressure and cook for 15 minutes. F&D

¾ cup chopped fresh cilantro

½ teaspoon salt

1 15-ounce can chickpeas, drained (or garbanzo beans)

½ pound pork shoulder, cut into ½-inch chunks

2 cloves garlic, peeled and sliced thinly

¼ cup water

Hungarian goulash

seed, ground cumin, coriander, cinnamon, cardamom, and cayenne, continually stirring, until fragrant (about 30 to 60 seconds). Add potatoes, carrots, water and salt. Cover and cook for 10 minutes.Addchickpeas

1 16-ounce can (2 cups) sauerkraut rinsed and drained

1½ cups water

3 medium onions, peeled and chopped into thick-ish half moons

2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

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Contrast the current cornucopia to 2003, when Food & Dining Magazine ﬁrst appeared. There were a mere ﬁve operational “microbreweries” in metropolitan Louisville, and speaking as one who endured the Lite Old Days in the 1980s and early 90s, let me tell you that we were exceedingly grateful for theirBluegrassexistence.Brewing Company (St. Matthews), Browning’s Brewery, Cumberland Brews and the New Albanian Brewing Company all were considered “brewpubs,” or breweries possessing their own restaurants (full disclosure: I was a co-owner of NABC at the time).

The ﬁfth, BBC Beer Company, was a production brewing facility with a “taproom,” where visitors could drink a pint and buy beer to go, and bring food inside or order delivery from nearby eateries. One way to measure the pace of change during the past 20 years is the realization that in 2022, taprooms are the new norm, and restaurant-driven brewpubs far less Conventionalcommon.wisdom

with Oldenberg (Ft. Mitchell; 1988), and Indiana with the Indianapolis Brewing Company (production only; 1989) and Broad Ripple Brew Pub (1990).

holds that the postProhibition brewing revival in America belatedly found its way to Louisville in 1992, when the Silo Microbrewery opened at 630 Barret Avenue, nestled beneath its enormous namesake grain storage tower.

“Charlie’s was actually the pioneer in modern brewing in Louisville,” Pierce explained at Robin Garr’s Louisville Restaurants Forum a few years ago.

Oregon beer writer Jeff Alworth makes the mindboggling calculation that America’s 10,000 breweries might well account for as many as a million different beers.

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However, there’s an asterisk appended to this standard recitation of ancient Louisville beer history.Actually neither the Silo nor BBC created the ﬁrst batch of new-era beer in Louisville.In 1989, a restaurant called Charlie’s on Main Street engaged David Pierce, a meticulous Southern Indiana homebrewer aspiring to professional status, to make beer.

The Silo was followed in 1993 by the original ﬂagship Bluegrass Brewing Company (BBC) on Shelbyville Road, which operated in St. Matthews until 2017, when a new lease proved unworkable and the company contracted to its smaller brewhouse at 3rd and Main downtown (2012). It remains there today.

Brewing had already returned to Kentucky

There are six breweries in New Albany alone, which has a brewery for every 6,122 residents.You’ll no doubt be as shocked as I am to learn that measuring breweries per capita, New Albany is ahead of Portland, Milwaukee and Pittsburgh, although not Asheville.

Even if this sum is exaggerated, the Louisville metropolitan area’s breweries are responsible for several hundred, straining even the hardiest sampler’s ability to compile comprehensive lists of the “best.”

It simply isn’t possible, which is to say it’s time again for a snapshot of local craft brewing. We’ll get the lay of the land, and turn you loose to pursue your own neighborhood sampling itinerary.

Louisville’s craft brewing scene is vibrant and expanding. Local breweries navigated the pandemic and its subsequent disruptions without appreciable attrition, and new breweries keep coming aboard.

Today there are somewhere between 34 and 40 craft breweries open for business in greater Louisville, depending on how one chooses to count taprooms without a brewing system, and companies with more than one brewhouse.

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City. Before his death, Gould became a shift brewer at BBC’s production brewery at the Beer Corner of Main & Clay, which started as the shortlived Pipkin Brewing Company, and now functions as Goodwood Brewing. The tiny original system that Gould and Finnes used at Cumberland Brews is now deployed by ATG’s Public House to craft saké.

Obviously not everyone currently involved with craft brewing in Louisville can trace their professional timeline to the time before 2011, when ATG took control of the former Browning’s facility, although it bears mention that ATG’s four owners worked at BBC prior to combining to launch the current era of craft beer hereabouts.

Both clubs were primary conduits for interest in all things beer, including all-purpose beer appreciation as well as homebrewing, this being the era prior to the Internet’s proliferation when information was emphatically not a handy mobile device away.

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Falls City closed. I brewed a couple batches there on my homebrew equipment and it was sold as Charlie’s Cream Ale. The beer was a Sierra Nevada Pale ale clone I designed, right down to yeast I cultured out of a bottle of SNPA.”

Pierce then commenced brewing at both Silo and BBC. Thus, by 1993 he had mashed in at all three of Louisville’s new brewing operations. A genuine counter-culture of beer preference was in ascent, driven largely by two popular homebrew clubs: Louisville Grain and Extract Research Society (L.A.G.E.R.S., founded in 1989), and Fermenters of Special Southern Indiana Libations Society (F.O.S.S.I.L.S., in 1990).

Consider that as of 2003, it had taken a whole decade for Louisville to reach ﬁve microbreweries, which a short time later were to experience a nomenclature swap and be renamed “craft” breweries. There were a few casualties along the way. Hops (the Florida brewpub chain), Oldenberg Grille and Pipkin.

Another eight years passed between 2003 and 2011, when the total number of breweries reached…six, only one more than before.

The addition of New Albanian Brewing Company’s Bank Street Brewhouse (now Monnik Beer Co. New Albany) and a production brewery for Cumberland Brews (currently used at Hometown Brewing Company) was balanced by the failure of Browning’s, which seemed catastrophic at the time, prompting beer lovers to weigh the pros and cons of the atmospheric baseball park space. Was it even salvageable for locally-brewed beer?

Martin trained the late Matt “Brew Boy” Gould, who moved to BBC under Pierce and later opened Cumberland Brews in 2000. Martin became the brewster of record at Browning’s in 2001; more than a decade later Amelia Pillow brewed at the same Louisville Slugger Field tower system before departing Against the Grain (ATG) to start Shippingport Brewing in 2021.

Pierce was a go-to source for homebrewers, as was Eileen Martin, who had replaced him at the Silo and was an early exemplar for women seeking their proper place in male-dominated brewhouses.

Gould’s successor at Cumberland was Cameron Finnes, now at Falls

Ales, also known as “top-fermenting,” were the norm from the dawn of time. Ales are fermented at warmer temperatures for shorter periods, and are ready to drink sooner than lagers (“bottom-fermenting” beers), which are fermented at cooler temperatures and take longer to mature.

Indeed it was. Not only was the Browning’s brewing kit and caboodle reusable, but the new occupant launched a generational explosion. Whether causation or correlation, the ﬂood gates have opened since ATG began in 2011.

Lagers are so named for their necessary period of cool maturation, as taken from the German verb lagern, meaning “to store.” In effect, lager brewing developed in Germany and Central Europe since the 1600s, beneﬁting from subsequent advances in science and technology, including the advent of microscopes, steam engines, rail transportation and artiﬁcial refrigeration.

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Through it all, the level of camaraderie and cooperation among Louisville’s craft brewers has endured. Feuds have been few, and competition friendly, perhaps reﬂecting the reality that those 10,000 craft breweries mentioned by Alworth divide no more than 30% of American beer sales overall.

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Bluegrass Brewing Company (BBC)

1221 W. Main St.

You see, the brewing process isn’t immediate. It doesn’t strut. Beer grinds along, stubbornly existing and persisting in a world of its own, requiring time, patience and savvy to be done successfully and Here’sconsistently.thegoodnews: your friendly neighborhood brewer embraces the artistic, absorbs the scientific, and shovels the mash tun clean after each batch just so we can relax with a coolWhat’slibation.more, you really can try this safely yourself, at home, emulating the master brewers and making beer of your own. Visit Brewgrass Homebrew Supply at 2227 S. Preston Street to get Evidentlystarted. yeast aren’t yet on TikTok, so here’s a brief refresher. The four basic ingredients of beer are barley, hops, water and yeast, at least during the most recent few hundred years of human history. Other cereal grains can be used, too, as well as spices or plants to augment hops, or in some instances supplant themBarleyentirely.isprepared for brewing by malting, then mashing, and the resulting liquid, called wort, is boiled. Hops are added at intervals during the boil, and after the liquid is cooled, it is fermented.Thisisthe critical juncture, for the fermentation temperature determines whether a beer can be identiﬁed more speciﬁcally as an ale or a lager.

Named for historic Shippingport Island, Owner/brewer Amelia Pillow’s small brewery and Sally Forth Taproom occupy a converted commercial structure only three blocks west of Louisville’s Main Street cultural destinations. The clientele is a delightful demographic mix, and the deli sandwiches and soups are ﬁlling and fairly

The pandemic hit the Gordon Biersch brewpub chain quite hard, but Louisville’s branch survives and thrives at the northern terminus of the 4th Street Live entertainment district. All beers are brewed in house. German beer styles, including a year-round Märzen, remain an everyday core, augmented in recent years by IPAs, Belgian Ales and Stouts. But if the Czech Pilsner is on tap, don’t hesitate.

I’ve organized Louisville’s breweries and taprooms by an approximate geography. Most are located downtown, broadly speaking, and to the immediate south and east of downtown (New Albany lies to the west, in Indiana).

Against the Grain Brewery & Smokehouse (ATG)

In short, 32 years after Pierce made his ﬁrst batch of professional beer for Charlie’s, Craft Beer Nation’s Louisville chapter continues to chip away at the ediﬁce of industrial lager, one or two drinkers at a time, dipping olfactory toes in the ale while seated at a picnic table with their kids, dogs and hummus on a cool autumn day with a glass of something you can’t drink anywhere else.

It strikes me as odd that few Louisville metro area craft breweries include information about the brewing process on their websites. Are we taking beer education for granted amid our electronic era of truncated attention spans, spasmodic videos and kaleidoscopic images calculated to shimmer when displayed on a mobile device?

Beer is beer, but ales and lagers are different groupings. Bitterness, strength and color tell us little; rather, ales have fruity and spicy flavor profiles, while lagers are crisp and clean. There are exceptions to the rule, of course, and yet these characteristics offer a place to start making sense of style, because organizing beers by style is a more specific method of differentiation, and helps you, as a consumer, to know what you like.

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Beer-based performance art reached an apogee ten years ago during the opening

Unfortunately, neighborhoods to the west and south of downtown — Shawnee, Chickasaw, Shively, Pleasure Ridge Park, Valley Station, Fairdale, Iroquois — have yet to experience a taproom’s presence. Clarksville has none, and Jeffersonville one. I hope this imbalance changes soon.

phase of brewer-owned and -operated Against the Grain, but this new band knew exactly how to play their instruments.The AtG mother ship remains anchored at Louisville Slugger Field, with an Old World, three-story tower brewing system, a strong smokehouse game for diners, and multiple satellite footprints across town: ATG Public House (the old Cumberland Brews equipment produces craft saké), ATG Sandwich Emporium and Flamingo Lounge, and The Whirling Tiger. Citra Ass Down, a Double IPA, is one of Louisville’s craft era classics.

Located at street level in a historic stone building across the street from the Yum! Center arena, BBC’s small basement brewery still focuses on the brands we remember from the 1990s, like Dark Star Porter, Altbier and American Pale Ale, as well as new-school seasonals and specialties. There is a full service restaurant.

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To my knowledge, all the breweries listed offer their beer in carryout cans, bottles, growlers (glass) or crowlers (aluminum). Hit the streets, explore, and remember: drink craft beer responsibly.

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Brewers Mark Rubenstein and Spencer Guy are best known as mad scientists conducting myriad draft and canned experiments with fruit-infused Sours, Milkshake IPAs and barrel-conditioned specials across the stylistic spectrum, and yet they display an endearingly deft touch with lager yeast (Meatball Italian Pils) and my personal pick, Neuer Köln (Kölsch). Daryk’s is the food truck parked on the back patio, offering burgers, sandwiches and fried Twinkies.

Established in 2016 in an extensively remodeled historic structure, Old Louisville Brewery’s fervent regulars make it the closest thing to a Cheers setting among local breweries. Wade’s RyePA is a standout. Old Louisville also operates The Barrel Room, a satellite taproom in Shelbyville, Kentucky with house beers, guest taps and food trucks.

Spencer Guy sampling a pint. (middle) Inside the massive Noble Funk Brewery (that previously housed a Kroger). (right) Against the Grain located at Louisville Slugger Field.

Trellis Brewing

625 W. Magnolia Ave.

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priced. Go-to beer include Marge (IPA) and Eddy (Kölsch), with frequent local brewery collaborations on tap.

Roughly one-third the ﬂoor space of a 27,000-sq-ft former Kroger supermarket has been transformed into a brewery, taproom and pizza concept (Noble Hearth) that opened in early 2022. The beer identity is still in development, but Husky Boi, an Oatmeal Stout with cacao nibs, stands out.

827 Logan St. • Germantown

922 S. 2nd St.

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Atrium Brewing

A trellis is the pole apparatus that supports hop plants, which are climbing vines. The ﬁrst modern-day brewery in Smoketown, as well as a separately owned distillery, are being planned for a complex of derelict industrial buildings to the south of downtown and just

Noble Funk Brewing Company

1154 Logan St. • Schnitzelburg

In 2012 legendary homebrewer Leah Dienes joined with her friends Bill and Jane Krauth to install a small brewery in Bill’s family’s heating and air building. The Fallout Shelter taproom is indeed intimate, but this is a beer venue irresistible for its outdoor, dog-friendly expanse. Bring Rover along and enjoy an Atomic Amber or Fallout Dust (a pepper-infused blonde).

Hefeweizen, Belgian Wit and American Wheat represent three ways of using wheat to make ale, although they’re very different. The German heritage of Hefeweizen uses a special strain of yeast to conjure fruity esters (banana, apple) and phenols (clove). Wit is a mild golden wheat ale spiced with coriander and orange peel, while American Wheat tends toward effervescent ﬂavorless, often abetted by adding fruit and various ﬂavoring agents more appropriate for seltzer.

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By now Louisville area craft breweries have released examples of every known planetary beer style, including our own indigenous Kentucky Common.Likelanguage

Gallant Fox Brewing Company 2132 Frankfort Ave. • Clifton

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India Pale Ale (IPA) has become synonymous with craft beer and is a fallback default for taproom customers confused by expanded choice. The concept is British, signifying a stronger than average golden-amber ale with a high level of bitterness and hoppy ﬂavor and aroma characteristics—unless it’s a Hazy IPA (no bitterness), a Session IPA (low gravity) or a Cascadian IPA (black in color).

A Brief Craft Beer Style Primer

Akasha Brewing Company 909 E. Market St. • NuLu Akasha’s Rick Stidham and his assistants brew a full range of craft beer styles, and stock guest cans and bottles. Akasha is probably best known for variations on a theme of kettle-soured Gose, and the scrupulously recreated Fehr’s XL, an authentic pre-Prohibition Pilsner. No food, but numerous eateries are located within carryout and delivery distance.

west of the redeveloping Paristown Point area. Former Goodwood Brewing brewer and sales rep Kyle Jahn heads the project, which as yet does not have a ﬁrm start date.

itself, beer styles evolve and are subject to revision. By necessity, the very concept of beer “style” is an approximation, albeit helpful, of surprisingly recent vintage.

Here are a few broad strokes of the stylistic brush.

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In the beginning there was the dark brown, almost black Porter, the ﬁrst style to utilize advances in malting technique and capture the fancy of tipplers in 18th century London. Stout Porter came next, and eventually went its own way to Dublin, where Guinness conquered ﬁrst Ireland and then the world. Porter went out of fashion in the British Isles, to be revived by American microbreweries.

The Mellwood Arts Center’s adaptive reuse of a former meat packing plant, albeit one located outside the formal boundaries of Butchertown, has room for varied tenants, including Andy Cobb, who in a brief time has garnered a determined cult following for his spot-on traditional styles, but with special affection reserved for Arise, a boozy 12% barrel-conditioned Imperial Stout.

A stunning reworking of the former Dryden Provisions commercial building has yielded a multi-level temple of beer near to the Lynn Family soccer stadium, with an evolving

“The Brewery Corner of Main & Clay” has been the scene of mashing, sparging and boiling since 1997, when Pipkin Brewing leased the former foundry space. Goodwood, the successor to BBC’s production facility, is Louisville’s biggest brewer by volume and hosts a taproom and kitchen on site. Perhaps appropriately, one of its most popular beers is Bourbon Barrel Stout, a style perfectly attuned to Louisville, which Pipkin pioneered.

The 25,000-sq-ft Logan Street Market hosts 25 food, beverage and artisan vendors. Wild Hops seeks to pair its house-brewed beers with the market’s prevailing diversity for the enjoyment of shoppers at its full bar inside the market. Check out Happy Diego, a Mexican-style Lager, and Lady of the Stairs, an American Stout.

Most observers credit the late British journalist and beer writer Michael “Beer Hunter” Jackson (1942-2007) with developing the language of beer style as we know it today.

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Butchertown Brewing 1860 Mellwood Ave. • Clifton

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Unfailingly enthusiastic homebrewers Roger Huff and Patrick Workman outgrew their garages and found a new brewing space off Frankfort Ave. They expanded the premises and turned pro just as the pandemic arrived, merrily soldiering through, and in 2022 will open a second location in Mt. Washington, Kentucky.The Gallant Fox beer range is broad, and if you somehow can’t ﬁnd a winner (really?), the bourbon selection is epochal. Light snacks are available, and the kitchen was being expanded at the time of writing.

Stylistic considerations in beer may be debated, at times endlessly (witness the Beer Judge Certiﬁcation Program; visit www.bjcp.org) but it cannot be doubted that basic stylistic knowledge facilitates one’s journey through the beer and brewing cosmos.

If a brewery in Germany has been brewing for 500 years, that’s amazing; however, it hasn’t been making Pilsner (Pilsener, or Pils) for nearly that long. Pilsner is a golden, hop-accented lager dating to Pilsner Urquell’s founding in present day Czechia in the 1830s. Urquell launched a brewing revolution, and the world’s biggest selling mass market beers are Pilsners. Recently craft brewers have embraced Pilsner and other lager styles. Find yourself a Gravely Sprockets, compare to Coors Light, and taste the difference.

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There are different paths to create a Sour ale, and they all emerge wiith acidity, tartness and sourness. Styles including Gose, Berliner Weisse, West Flanders Red, East Flanders Brown, Gueuze, and that batch last week that was supposed to be a clean golden ale, but the Brettanomyces got into it, and it tastes good, so…

Jackson’s pioneering efforts were a starting point, and have led to an ever more accurate methodology. Beer styles reﬂect an amalgam of inﬂuences and choices pertaining to brewing science, but also to physical geography, local customs, historical outcomes and sheer serendipity.

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roster of local food vendors, event space and outdoor seating. Veteran brewer Larry Horwitz could fall out of bed in the morning and immediately create an award-winning recipe. My favorite is his ﬂawless Schnitzelburger Vienna Lager.

West Sixth Brewing is a dominant player in Lexington, Kentucky. Its NuLu project includes a taproom, brewery, barrel-aging facility, private event space and beautiful open air urban courtyard in the NuLu Marketplace on Market Street. West Sixth’s beers are uniformly good, with the superlative Amber and Pennyrile (American Pale Ale) my usual choices. Food options are close by.

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1525 Highland Ave. • Highlands

(top) The birria ramen bowl from Happy Belly Bistro at TEN20 in Nulu. (middle) Mike Safai of Wild Hops Brewery inside Logan Street Market. (right) Gravely Brewery’s rear deck has a splendid view of the city skyline.

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A new brewery in development, planned for the autumn of 2022; according to a news release, Epiphany plans to offer “new innovative styles” of beer, barrel-aged Stouts, 200 bourbons, cocktails and charcuterie-style food.

In 2020 the owners of V-Grits, a vegan comfort food purveyor of long standing, took control of False Idol Independent Brewers and rebranded it as Chimera Brewing. Among Chimera’s noteworthy beers are St. Hyena, a sour Pale Ale, and Sanctuary Kellerbier. Not only is the vegan cuisine utterly unique to Louisville breweries, but Chimera also donates a portion of every pour to a local non-proﬁt.

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One of three pre-Prohibition breweries in Louisville to survive WWII (with Fehr’s and Oertel’s), the original Falls City closed in 1978 but the name was revived by a startup three decades later. Situated just south of NuLu, the “new” Falls City taproom serves beers like Classic Pilsner, Streetlamp Porter and a throwback Kentucky Common, and wines from 502 Winery (shared ownership), with Bandido Taqueria Mexicana next door in the same building.

1036 E. Burnett Ave. • Germantown

Fistful of Ale 2708 Paoli Pike

Pivot Brewing 1753 Bardstown Rd. • Highlands

Falls City Brewing Company

3211 Grant Line Rd.

901 E. Liberty St. • Phoenix Hill

3rd Turn Brewing 10408 Watterson Tr. • Jeffersontown J-town’s ﬁrst brewery inhabits a repurposed church dating to the 1870s. It is dog friendly, and guests are welcome to bring their own food. 3rd Turn’s second location in Crestwood, Oldham Gardens, boasts an acre

2120 Bardstown Rd. • Highlands

Pizzeria & Public House 3312 Plaza Dr. NABC dates to 2002 and is the 9th-oldest Hoosier brewery in continuous operation, with two dining areas serving pizza and pasta, an arcade, guest taps, and house beers like Community Dark (low-gravity English Mild) and Elector Ale (an unclassiﬁable hoppy specialty), both in production for two decades.

New Albanian Brewing Company (NABC)

Monnik means “monk” in Dutch. In terms of Louisville beer, Monnik stands for a singular approach to beer and food, with elevated “pub fare” at both locations (also in New Albany) and traditional beer styles across cultural boundaries, augmented by New World tweaks. There is a focus on the session-friendly British brewing heritage, hence my faves: King George (Brown), Mild George (Mild) and Monnik Special Bitter (ESB).

Donum Dei (meaning “gift of God”) can be found on New Albany’s North Side near NABC Pizzeria & Public House and Indiana University Southeast. It’s a small taproom with light food and periodic food truck events, and a “brewstillery” with its own house-distilled spirits. Flagship beers include two rarely seen styles: Enkel Belgian Gold (an Abbey-style Single) and Unicorn, a smoke-tinged Scotch Wee Heavy.

Gravely Brewing Company

History note: The long defunct Silo brewed upstairs. Mile Wide’s reputation as the Hazy/New England-style IPA champions of Louisville is both deserved and ironic, considering brewer/co-owner Kyle Tavares’ brewing education in Bavaria. That’s why contrarians like me wait for his periodic lager releases. Neapolitan-style pizza is served on site by Mac’s at Mile Wide.

Monnik Beer Company

Great Flood Brewing Company Highlands

The full service bar attached to the bricks ‘n’ mortar offshoot of the popular Fistful of Tacos food truck, incorporating a rotating lineup of guest craft drafts alongside a two-barrel nano brewery, producing small batches of house brews that include Citrus Wit (Belgian-spiced Hefeweizen) and Lagave, a Mexican-inspired Pale Ale.

door to the Purrfect Day Cat Cafe. Pivot’s beers and ciders will be brought from its solar-powered home base in Lexington, Kentucky.

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Founded by a trio of homebrewing University of Louisville graduates, Great Flood’s original location (2014) near the Douglass Loop has been augmented by a production brewery (2017) and a second outlet with a full-service kitchen (2020) at 12717 Shelbyville Road in Middeltown). Recommended beers are ’37 Coffee Porter and Toasted Brown; other ﬂagships include an IPA and Saison.

Mile Wide Beer Company

514 Baxter Ave. • Phoenix Hill

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Donum Dei Brewery

642 Baxter Ave. • Phoenix Hill

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Gravely’s physical setting couldn’t be any more historic for beer lovers. It’s adjacent to the last remaining outbuilding from the legendary Phoenix Hill Brewery, and sits atop the old brewery’s subterranean lagering cellars. The taproom is musically themed, and the beer styles are varied, including the excellent Sprockets (Northern German-style “dry Pils”). Food is served by Mayan Street Food, from the people at Mayan Café.

At its 2015 inception, FCBC was a thematic brewpub styled like a Monty Python medieval ﬁlm set, with a popular kitchen featuring ﬁsh and chips, turkey legs and pub grub. Since then the business has expanded to occupy half a city block, with a Grain Haus serving pizza and guest beers, as well as a tree-covered outdoor area functioning as New Albany’s prime musical performance venue. Appropriately, Braun Jovi (Brown Ale) is a daily quaff of choice.

In 2021 the Asheville, North Carolina brewery Hi-Wire opened a street-level taproom at a new apartment project built on the site of the late, lamented Phoenix Hill Tavern. There is no brewing on site, at least yet. Recommended beers include the everyday IPAs (High- and LoPitch), and Pink Lemonade, a session Sour.

Hi-Wire Brewing Company

This satellite taproom of Pivot Brewing is planned for autumn 2022 next

Monnik Beer Company New Albany 415 Bank St. Monnik’s production brewery, restaurant and beer garden occupy the footprint of NABC Bank Street Brewhouse (2009-2019), and bring a taste of Germantown to Southern Indiana. Eagle Skull Saison, a versatile Belgian blonde that accompanies almost any food, is one of Kentuckiana’s singular beers and best kept secrets.

OLPH has constructed a creative beer playground in an otherwise nondescript North Side industrial park warehouse, with beer, darts, music, a full bar and a semi-permanent resident food truck (Kingﬁsh on the Rocks).The beer roster constantly rotates, but two session-strength ales, Stubby Juice NEIPA and Half Crocked IPA, are perfect for extended bouts of corn hole.

636 Barret Ave. • Phoenix Hill

129 W. Main St.

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Tom Brown, part-owner of the family-owned regional Hometown Pizza chain, bought the Cumberland Brews production brewery from childhood friend Mark Allgeier and moved it to Preston Highway near Muhammad Ali International Airport. Then Brown departed Hometown Pizza, retaining four of its pizzerias, rebranding them as Craft House Pizza. Fittingly Hometown (the brewery) has brought back Cumberland Red, originally formulated by the late Matt Gould. Old-timers like me appreciate that.

Once a local pizzeria in Santa Ana CA, B.J.’s is credited with inventing the Pizookie (pizza cookie). Brewing began in 1996, and now there are 214 locations nationwide; like Louisville’s branch, most serve B.J.’s beers brewed at production breweries in Nevada or Texas. LightSwitch Lager and Harvest Hefe Weizen pair well with an extensive menu of pizzas and upscale pub grub.

Holsopple Brewing

4041 Preston Hwy. • Audubon

Debuting in 2022, Prospect’s first craft brewery is a one-barrel nano system housed at the Glenn Oaks Country Club, which is open to the public. The owners and brewers are three North Oldham firefighters. Beers to date have been light ales, one of which I recommend naming “Carl Spackler’s No Big DeAle.”

707 W. Riverside Dr. • Jeffersonville

B.J.’s Restaurant & Brewhouse

10601 Worthington Ln. • Prospect

With an ideal patio view of the Louisville skyline, Upland Brewing Company’s satellite taproom and full service restaurant in Jeffersonville bring together the venerable Indiana brewery’s ﬂagships (Wheat, Champagne Velvet), seasonals (Teddy Bear Kisses Imperial Stout), Sour Ale Program stalwarts (Darken, Revive, Iridescent) and various other small batch beers from brewhouses in Bloomington and Indianapolis. F&D

8023 Catherine Ln. • Lyndon Rustic, family-friendly East End taproom owned and operated by a husband and wife team with beverage alcohol backgrounds who met in a brewery. IPAs are the top-rated Holsopple beers, although there have been tasty batches using blueberries, toasted hemp seeds and cinnamon as ﬂavoring agents.

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(top) Hot wings from Great Flood Brewing Company. (middle) Hometown Brewing Company owner Tom Brown serves up the Craft House Special deep-dish pizza. (right) Akasha Brewing Company co-owners Rick Stidham (left) and Gerald Nawrocki.

7900 Shelbyville Rd. in Oxmoor Ctr. • Hurstbourne

of space in a former garden center. Both serve The Dragon Abides, an Irish Red Ale “named for the dude who is a ﬁxture at the end of the bar since opening.”

Hometown Brewing Company

Upland Brewing Company

Oldham Brewing Company

BY SARA HAVENS AKA THE BAR BELLE

Or so I thought.

(Also, I’m still a tour guide for Mint Julep when my schedule allows it, so reach out to them if you ever want to go on a bourbon journey of your own!)

Bourbon Training

So how did I go from novice to expert? Easy: Time and tasting. I’ve had well over a decade to immerse myself into each and every Kentucky distillery and get to know their products and dedicated staff. While I was at LEO Weekly and later at Insider Louisville, bourbon was part of my beat, so I covered all the new distillery openings, new releases, the comings and goings, etc. I also tasted as much as I could and asked questions. Taste a rye bourbon next to a wheated one; taste 100 proof next to 80 proof; pick one brand and taste all their expressions back to back. Just taste. I also completed Moonshine University’s certification program and became an Executive Bourbon Steward, and even to this day I consult the trusty handbook.

My bourbon journey started with a visit to Maker’s Mark, long before anyone ever spoke of a “boom” and back when Weller — green, red and black — collected dust on liquor store shelves. I had lived in Kentucky for about five years at that point and was hesitant to dip my toes in the whiskey world. After all, bourbon was for cowboys. It was a spirit you threw back and swallowed quick. It was a punishment, not a reward.

Bourbon forces us to wait. To be still. To be patient. And when it’s ready for the bottle, we are rewarded. After that very first tour, I

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During the pandemic, I decided to try my hand at being a bourbon tour guide for Mint Julep Experiences. Even though I’m not the loudest person in the room and can’t rattle off hundreds of facts a minute, I think I did a damn fine job ushering folks to and from the distilleries and talking all things bourbon. I learned so much about life on these 10-hour tours, and I feel I should pass on my knowledge to you fine folks who have read this far.

As the personable tour guide described the bourbon-making process and detailed the dominant flavors and where they came from, a switch flipped in my unseasoned brain. Suddenly bourbon wasn’t something to be feared, it was to be appreciated, savored and respected. Bourbon takes time to age, and nothing can hurry it up. Bourbon is the antithesis of speed. It’s proudly throwing the middle finger to technology — to fast cars, high-speed jets, Google Fiber, Uber Eats, Amazon Prime, those stupid Bird scooters and everything else fueling our lust for instant gratification.

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On that fateful trip along the winding roads to Loretto, Ky., I decided to proceed with an open mind. Surely there was more to my palate than just Bud Light and Lemon Drops, and since I live in the bluegrass, I should embrace its culture, heritage, history and famous brown water. The tour opened my eyes to time-honored traditions and the importance of limestone-filtered water, four seasons, corn, a new, charred-oak barrel and bungholes.

1 ■ Bourbon brings people together. No matter your background, political party, race, profession, age, everyone who came on a tour was excited about the Kentucky Bourbon Trail.

pulled out a small bottle of Maker’s Mark we had packed for the trip (the distillery used to be in a dry county and couldn’t serve samples like they do now) and for the first time tasted the magical spirit in all its glory. I had no idea then that bourbon would open my world to many new opportunities and experiences, and I am grateful I no longer have a Bud Light palate.

Bourbon Tourism

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2 ■ Sharing is caring. People crave inside knowledge. They want to know where the gold is at Fort Knox and where the Pappy is at Buffalo Trace. They want to know what hidden gems to look for at a liquor store. They want to know about ghosts in rick houses and skeletons in closets. They want to know your favorite bourbon, even though I just say, “The one you’re gonna buy me later!”

3 ■ There will always be drama on bachelorette parties. No matter how put together and polished a group of ladies seem at the beginning of a tour, after a few drinks and discussions about kids, husbands, husbands-to-be and life’s regrets, all hell breaks loose. There could be crying, there could be fighting, but on the way home there is certainly a lot of hugging, White Clawing and twerking.

■ Just be yourself. The more you share about yourself and your experiences, the stronger the bond is between you and the group. And the stronger the bond, the bigger the tip — usually. People don’t want a walking Wikipedia; they want behind-thescenes stories. They want to know what you would buy at the gift shop, if you’re friends with any bourbon royalty, and what brought you to bourbon in the first place.

5 ■ Don’t play Truth or Dare with swingers. People often ask me about the wildest tour I ever had, and it’s gotta be the time a group of four self-professed swingers boarded my vehicle. Their first question to me was not about the itinerary or if they could drink on board or even what my name was. It was: “We are swingers, so what are we allowed to do in this van?” After turning three shades of red and wondering if this type of thing was covered in the rule book, I just suggested they keep it PG-13 physically but verbally the sky was the limit — NC-17 and beyond! And they behaved, for the most part. They were a fun bunch just looking to let loose for a weekend, and they even included me in a game of Truth or Dare while we drove the Bourbon Trial. Thank God most everyone chose truth over dare, because I don’t know what would have ensued. But their truths made my life seem like a Disney film. No matter how adventurous you think you are, you’ll never top a swinger. Trust me. F&D

While embracing the traditions of whiskey making, Rabbit Hole’s towering glass, steel, and copper palace of a distillery, which opened in 2018, is the epitome of modern. All elements of the distillery are labelled, even the pipes visible beneath a glass floor, so that visitors can better understand the production process. The 40-foot-tall copper still in its glass still house is visible from Main Street and especially dramatic lit up at night. Variation is another theme here. Rabbit Hole has five different bourbon and two rye recipes, as well as a gin. A series of limited releases is part of the portfolio, too.

Old Forester is the oldest bourbon brand still being made by its original company (BrownForman) and thanks to its status as a “medicinal whiskey” during Prohibition, has been produced continually since 1870. The vast bulk of the brand is made at Brown-Forman’s Shively distillery, which is not open to the public.The Main Street distillery was designed as a visitor destination and includes

711 E. Jefferson St. • (502) www.RabbitHoleDistillery.com561-2000

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Across from Louisville Slugger Field, in the refurbished Vermont American Building, Angel’s Envy Distillery anchors the East end of Louisville’s fifteen-block-long Bourbon District.

Before Prohibition struck in January 1920, Louisville’s Main Street was lined with more than 80 businesses related to the bourbon industry. The presence of distillery offices, liquor distributors, warehouses, label printers, saloons, hotels catering to whiskey salesmen, spirits industry publishers, and others led to the street being referred to as Whiskey Row. Brown-Forman’s master distiller Chris Morris has very aptly referred to this bustling bourbon corridor as “The Wall Street of Whiskey.” Walk along Main Street today and you’ll see a series of dark yellow and black signs posted along the sidewalks detailing this history. They have information about the businesses that used to be on a particular site. Some of the original buildings are still there. Others have long since vanished and been replaced by new structures.

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500 E. Main St. • (502) 890-6300 www.AngelsEnvy.com

Yes, Whiskey Row Actually has Distilleries

Founded in 2010 by Brown-Forman’s retired master distiller Lincoln Henderson and his son Wes, Angel’s Envy was notable for being the first bourbon distillery to base its flagship whiskeys on the practice of finishing in secondary barrels. In this case, the aged bourbon was put into ex-ruby port barrels for several more months resulting in a distinct fruit note which happens to also make Angel’s Envy an excellent “gateway bourbon” for wine drinkers. The rye is aged in ex-rum barrels. It was also the first full-production distillery on Main Street, practicing all the steps of making whiskey from milling the grain to aging. Located across the street from Louisville Slugger Field, the distillery is housed in a restored former manufacturing building with exposed brink and tall windows. It recently completed a major expansion.

117-119 W. Main St. • (502) 779-2222 www.OldForester.com

Ironically, all through the decades from before the Civil War to the implementation of the Volstead Act, not a single drop of whiskey was actually made on Whiskey Row. But that changed in 2013, when Heaven Hill opened its Evan Williams Bourbon Experience near the corner of Main and Sixth Streets. It has since been joined by three other distilleries located right on Main and two others very nearby. All are open to visitors. Going from east to west they are:

Rabbit Hole Distillery

www.Michters.com

528 W. Main St. • (502) 272-2623

www.EvanWilliams.com

kentucky peerless Distilling company

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Pennsylvania distillery before it closed in the 1980s. The current brand originated when founder Joe Magliocco acquired the name and brought the brand to Kentucky. Like Brown-Forman, Michter’s main distillery is in Shively, but this compact distillery features the pot still, fermentation tanks, a mini-warehouse/tasting room and, if you opt for the V.I.P. tour, a fill-you-own-bottle opportunity. The stylish bar on an upper floor overlooks the giant baseball bat of the Louisville Slugger Museum and bat factory. The craft cocktail list has been curated by James Beard Award-wining mixologist and historian, David Wondrich.

almost all aspects of the bourbon making process under one roof, including a mini-cooperage and a small warehouse. Appropriate to its storied history, the new facility is in the building that housed the Brown-Forman offices pre-Prohibition. The current tasting room occupies the space once used as founder George Garvin Brown’s office and in another tribute to him, craft cocktails are served in George’s Bar.

801 W. Main St. • (502) 389-4290

It’s hard to miss the fountain designed to look like an up-ended giant bourbon bottle pouring whiskey into a proportionally large rocks glass that takes up most of the front window of the Evan Williams Bourbon Experience. Heaven Hill opened this first distillery on Main Street in 2013. The company produces an enormous 26 million proof gallons a year (1,300 barrels per day) at its Bernheim Distillery in west Louisville. Here on a small pot still, one barrel a day is the output and visitors get an up-close view of the operation. Recreations of historic Main Street as well as the ON3 Cocktail Bar and a Speakasy in the cellar, are other highlights.

120 N. 10th St. • (502)

Polish immigrant Henry Kraver founded Peerless Distillery in Henderson, Kentucky in 1889 and built it into such a successful business that he eventually bought the famed Palmer House Hotel in Chicago. He also had the foresight to sell Peerless just before Prohibition arrived. Kraver’s great-grandson, Corky Taylor revived the br and when he opened this craft distillery a block north of Main Street in 2013. He even acquired the original distillery’s Distilled Spirits plant number, DSP-KY-50. The first whiskey released was a twoyear-old rye that quickly garnered glowing reviews followed by threeyear-old and, eventually older, rye and then bourbons, all notably complex. Peerless also releases several limited bottlings a year. It is one of the very few distilleries that uses the sweet mash, rather than sour mash, method of distillation. And yes, the tour includes an explanation of its significance. F&D

The distinctive Fort Nelson Building, topped by a corner turret, houses Michter’s historic 550-gallon pot still, that had been used in the

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all brings the best bourbon weather. Brisk mornings, sunny afternoons, and chilly evenings around a firepit are easy reasons to mix up a fall-inspired bourbon cocktail. Many traditional fall flavors already exist in bourbon, from maple to cinnamon, and dried fruit to citrus. Mixing great fall bourbon cocktails just means a little taste-testing is involved, and who doesn’t want that?

Fall in Love with Cocktails For Kentucky’s Bourbon Heritage Month

The Syrupticious Sour

I crave maple sours once the weather turns, and the caramel and toffee notes in traditional bourbons make

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FOR A BATCH: Combine 2 cups bourbon, ¼ cup apple cider molasses, ¼ cup lemon juice, 4 dashes angostura, 12 dashes smoked cinnamon bitters, and ½ cup water. Stir well to combine and store in an empty 750mL bottle in the fridge. Chill 4 hours to overnight. To serve, pour 3 oz of mix over ice in a Collins glass, top with hard apple cider, and garnish.

¼ oz lemon juice

For many of these fall cocktails, substitutions of flavors for the syrups or liqueurs can (and should) be adjusted according to your own favorite fall flavors. Perhaps you enjoy honey more than maple, or pecan more than hazelnut, or pear over apple. Celebrate fall with the flavors you love to create your own twists on the cocktails below.

Fall is a time to linger over cocktails and bourbon and whiskey are the perfect spirits to reflect on the year, the changing of the seasons and to celebrate the perfection of a simple autumn sip.

September may be unofficially known as “bourbon month” but it’s definitely apple season. Celebrate both together with this boozy highball topped with a few ounces of hard cider.

Optional: Top with a splash of hard apple cider

¼ oz apple cider molasses**

Garnish: apple fan or wedge with a cinnamon stick

Batched Apple Bourbon Lovelies

FOR SINGLES: Combine ingredients except for hard cider in a shaker. Add ice and shake for 10 seconds. Strain into an ice-filled rocks glass and top with some hard cider. Garnish.

2 dashes Old Forester smoked cinnamon bitters

The Syrupticious Sour

Batched Apple Bourbon Lovelies

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2 oz bourbon

Here’s an easy way to match your favorite bourbon to one of these cocktails, nose the bourbon to find echoes of the other cocktail ingredients, then smell the bourbon while you nose the other ingredients. If they smell good together, chances are they will taste delicious together. Is cinnamon not your favorite? Try the addition of cardamom-, clove- or allspice-infused syrup. Prefer pears over apples? Use pear syrup and pear hard cider instead of apple.

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Siren of the East Manhattan

Infuse ½ cup sweet vermouth with a chai tea bag for 1-3 hours - or until vibrant with chai flavor. Combine ingredients in a mixing glass and fill with ice. Stir for 30 seconds and strain into a chilled coupe glass and garnish.

Hazelnut Hot Bourbon Chocolate

Figgy Bottom

* Fig Simple Syrup: Combine ¾ cup dried sliced figs, ½ cup water, ⅓ cup raw sugar, ¼ tsp vanilla, and ½ tsp lemon juice in a small saucepan. Heat to a low simmer and keep on heat for 10 minutes. Let cool to room temperature and strain into a clean glass jar. Store in the fridge for 3-4 weeks.

** Apple Cider Molasses: Heat ½ gallon of fresh pressed apple cider in a saucepan on medium heat. Leave at a very low simmer for about an hour until reduced to 1/8th of its original volume. Store in a clean glass jar in the fridge.

¼ oz cinnamon syrup***

¾ oz aquafaba or egg white (optional)

2 oz bourbon

1dash angostura bitters

½ oz hazelnut liqueur 8-10 oz prepared hot chocolate

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Garnish: candied ginger, star anise

1½ oz bourbon (spicy rye works here, too)

¾ oz lemon juice

Siren of the East Manhattan

BATCH OF 8: 1½ cups bourbon, ½ cup hazelnut liqueur, 8 to 10 cups hot chocolate added to a warmed thermos or a heated urn. Stir, seal the thermos/urn, and serve with whipped cream and your favorite hot chocolate garnish.

Garnish: whipped cream, chocolate drizzle, chopped nuts, Ferrero Rochet truffle

As the weather cools, palates gravitate toward heavier, more assertive baking spices - like those found in chai tea. Ginger, allspice, clove, and nutmeg hold their own against the peppery spices when combined into a chai tea. Paired with a lovely 100 proof or higher bourbon or rye you’ll have a delicious fall-flavored Manhattan to sip.

Finally, a quick and easy dessert “cocktail” that’s so simple it’s closer to a mixed drink. Revealing flavors that evoke Nutella, it’s addictive, whether or not you happen to be sitting outside by a fire. Create a batch to keep in a thermos for a great night by the fire pit or a chilly afternoon tailgate, or even inside by the fire.

Garnish: cinnamon sugar rim

Fill a heat-proof mug with hot water. Gather ingredients. Discard the hot water. Add the bourbon and liqueur to the mug and fill with hot chocolate. Stir briefly, then garnish.

Combine ingredients in a shaking tin and fill with ice. Shake for 10-12 seconds (extend the shaking time to 30-45 seconds if including an egg white or aquafaba). Strain into a chilled coupe and garnish.

Combine ingredients in a mixing glass and fill with ice. Stir for 30 seconds, then strain into a rocks glass over one large cube and garnish.

Hazelnut Hot Bourbon Chocolate

½ oz maple syrup (drop to ¼ if you prefer a more sour cocktail)

Take a few minutes to make a fig simple syrup (best made from dried figs, but fresh will do) and create this easy twist on the Old Fashioned that ties with dried fruit notes from your favorite bourbon.2oz bourbon

2 dashes chai or Hella ginger bitters

½ oz fig simple syrup*

3 dashes cinnamon bitters

2 dashes Fee Brothers black walnut bitters

Garnish: fresh or dried figs

1½ oz 80-92 proof bourbon (Woodford is a favorite for this)

a delicious combination when paired with the sourness of fresh lemon juice. This sour may be served over the rocks on or up in a chilled coupe.

½ oz ginger liqueur

Figgy Bottom

*** Cinnamon Syrup: Put ½ cup water and ½ cup sugar in a small saucepan with 2 cracked cinnamon sticks. Bring to a low simmer. Let simmer for 10 minutes, then turn off the heat and cool to room temperature. Strain and store in a clean glass jar in the fridge. F&D

1 oz chai-infused sweet vermouth

Apples in all their forms, and bourbon — which continues to trigger the imaginations of chefs and mixologists — are wonderfully comforting treats when the evenings grow longer, the air begins to chill, and friends gather to share the warmth of hospitality.

Either way, at some point history brought apples and corn together right here in Kentucky. And though we all know the phrase “as American as apple pie,” we might more accurately say, “as American as corn whiskey” — especially

Both apples and corn — especially in the form of Kentucky bourbon — play a role in the history of American beverages. The proliferation of apples — and the production of apple brandy (naturally, we love Laird’s) — across the continent (even before the epic work of John “Appleseed” Chapman) is at least partly a cheeky colonial strategy for undercutting rising British taxes on rum. And corn, of course, is the grain that defined both the Southern diet and the American spirit — in every possible meaning of that word.

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aize — the grain we Americans call corn — is known to have originated in the Americas at least 70,000 years ago. The origins of apples are shrouded in mystery; perhaps they originated in the Caucasus, but they are definitely mentioned by Homer, and some think they grew in the Garden of Eden.

since there is documented evidence that the Dutch were baking apple pies around the time Columbus mistakenly landed in the so called “new” world.

Bon appetit!

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BY TIM & LORI LAIRD PHOTOS BY DAN DRY Apples & Bourbon

(from left) Chef Henry Wesley, Chef David Danielson, Lori & Tim Laird, Chef Jackie Joseph

So we asked some of our favorite chefs to create bourbon and apple-based dishes ripe for the season. We’re sure you’ll enjoy these offerings from Chef David Danielson (Dant Crossing); Chef Henry Wesley (8Up Elevated Drinkery & Kitchen); and Food Networks 2021 "Best Baker in America" Chef Jackie Joseph (JJ Bakes & Co. ).

For the bourbonapplestuffing:1mediumtartapple, chopped

In a large skillet, sauté the apple, onion, and celery in butter until apples start to get tender. Add bourbon, reduce heat, and cook until bourbon is reduced by ¾, prepare stuffing mix according to package directions. Stir in apple mixture and set aside.

(Serves 8-10)

1 package (6 ounces) stuffing mix

4 tbsp softened butter

Ground black pepper

Turkey roulade with apple bourbon stuffing

even layer, then tightly roll the turkey breast. Tie the roll with kitchen twine— approximately 4 to 6 ties evenly spaced.

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For the gravy:

Kosher salt

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1 Granny Smith apple, peeled and diced

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½ cup

½ cup chopped onion

Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Rub the softened butter over the surface, sprinkle with salt and pepper and move to a roasting pan. Place in preheated oven and roast for 30 minutes, then decrease the oven temperature to 350 degrees and continue roasting until the skin is golden brown and crispy and a meat thermometer inserted into the center of the roulade reaches 155 degrees (about 1 hour to 1 hour 15 minutes). Remove to a cutting board, cover with foil and let rest while you make the gravy. Set the roasting pan (with all the drippings) aside.

For the gravy:

1 yellow onion, peeled and diced

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¼ cup bourbon

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¼ cup chopped celery

1½ cups chicken stock

½ cup balsamic vinegar

For the turkey roulade:

2 sprigs of rosemary (removed from stem, chopped)

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1 sprig thyme (removed from stem)

1 tablespoon cooking oil

1 teaspoon black pepper

Smothered pork chops and apple gravy

1 tablespoon butter

2 garlic cloves, minced

¼ teaspoon red pepper flake

¼ cup all-purpose flour

Set the roasting pan on a burner over medium heat. Whisk the flour into the drippings to form a paste (roux) and cook, stirring constantly, until the roux is golden brown, about 3 minutes. Add the chicken stock, turn off the heat and add the bourbon to the pan. Turn the heat back to medium and cook, whisking constantly, until the gravy thickens, about 5 to 7 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Slice roulade and serve with the bourbon gravy.

1 boneless skin-on whole turkey breast (approximately 5 pounds), butterflied and flattened

Lay the turkey breast flat and season with salt and pepper. Spread the stuffing mixture in an

(Serves 4)

1 cup all-purpose flour

1½teaspoons onion powder

Cut the chilled brie wheel in half horizontally (like cutting a bagel). Spread a thick layer of the apple mixture on top of the bottom half of the wheel like icing the center of a cake.

On a lightly floured surface, roll out a thawed sheet of puffed pastry to 1/8-inch thickness. Place the brie in the center of the pastry making sure there is enough to wrap it completely, trimming off any excess.

1 sheet frozen puffed pastry, thawed, plus extra for design (optional)

2 cups whole milk

In a large bowl combine flour, garlic powder, onion powder, celery seed, and cayenne pepper to create seasoned flour and set aside. Put the buttermilk in a large bowl and bread crumbs in a separate large bowl. Bread the pork chops in the following order: seasoned flour, then buttermilk, then breadcrumbs. Fry the pork chops in the oil until golden brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes, and cooked to an internal temperature of 165 degrees. Season with salt to taste.

1 21-ounce can apple pie filling

1 egg, beaten

Baked cinnamonapplebrie

parchment paper. Bake in the center rack of the oven until browned and cheese begins to leak, about 20 to 25 minutes.

Bourbon apple fizz (Serves 1)

1½ ounces ginger beer

1 tablespoon black pepper

¼ cup bourbon

Stir and garnish with an apple slice and cinnamon stick. Note: To rim the glass, dip all or part of the glass in apple cider, and then into cinnamon sugar.

Smothered pork chops and apple gravy

Add flour to mixture to create a roux and cook for 30 seconds to one minute mixing continuously. Slowly add milk while mixing to form gravy, mixture should be allowed to come back to a simmer before removing from

1 teaspoon water

To decorate the brie, cut out shapes of the very cold (almost frozen) additional puffed pastry. Place the pieces on the brie and brush with the egg wash. Place the brie in the freezer for 1 hour. Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Place the chilled brie on a baking sheet lined with

1½ounces apple cider

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1½teaspoons garlic powder

(Serves 8)

Tim & Lori Laird

Bourbon apple fizz

1 16-ounce wheel of brie, chilled

2 cups buttermilk

1 cup bread crumbs

Forheat. the pork chops:

½ teaspoon celery seed

1½ ounces bourbon

1 pinch cayenne pepper

Put cooking oil into a large skillet over medium-low heat.

Bourbon apple cider Affogato (Serves 4)

2 cups cooking oil

Add the water to the beaten egg and brush the edges of the pastry. Wrap the pastry around the brie, pressing down on the edges to seal it completely. Flip the brie over, seam side down, and brush the top and sides with the egg wash.

4 6-8 ounce pork chops

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½ cup pecans, chopped

4 cups vanilla or salted caramel ice cream ½cup (8 whippedtablespoons)cream

4tablespoons unsalted butter ⅓ cup all-purpose flour

In a small saucepan, combine the apple pie filling, pecans, and bourbon. Stir over medium heat to combine. Set aside to cool.

Serve with sliced apples, dried fruits, crackers, or toasted baguette slices.

In a medium saucepan combine yellow onion, cooking oil, and minced garlic and bring to a simmer over medium heat. Add apple, rosemary and thyme and cook until onions begin to brown. Add red pepper flake and black pepper then deglaze with balsamic vinegar. When vinegar has nearly fully reduced add butter and mix until butter melts.

Serve with your choice of vegetable and starch smothered in apple gravy.

In a rocks glass with ice, rimmed with cinnamon sugar, add:

½ cup unsalted butter

¼ teaspoon orange zest

2 Granny Smith apples, cored and cubed

½ teaspoon ground cardamom

½ cup all-purpose flour

1 cup rolled oats

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line a sheet pan with parchment paper. In the bowl of a stand mixer, combine the unsalted butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, cardamom and Kosher salt. Mix for 1-2 minutes until sandy. Add the flour and oats and mix for 30 seconds or until combined. Fold in the chopped hazelnuts. Scatter the crumble on the parchment-lined sheet pan and bake for 15 minutes, or until the edges are beginning to brown. Let the crumble cool completely and break up into pieces.

1 tsp ground cinnamon

2 tablespoons brown sugar

2 cardamom pods

Combine everything but salt in a medium saucepot over medium heat; stir and cook until the apples are tender and the juice has thickened. Season with Kosher salt.

¼ cup bourbon

Bourbon apple cider Affogato

Baked apple cinnamon brie

For the hazelnut crumble:

Assembly:Infourmediumsize glasses add one scoop of vanilla or salted caramel ice cream. Pour over the bourbon mulled apple cider, add a layer of hazelnut crumble and top with spiced apple compote. Finish the affogato with a couple of dollops (about 2 tablespoons) of whipped cream or whipped crème fraîche. F&D

1 teaspoon whole cloves

Combine all ingredients but bourbon into a large saucepot and bring the mixture to a boil. Boil for five minutes then remove from heat. Stir in bourbon and cover. Steep for 15 minutes or longer.

4 cups apple cider

2 cinnamon sticks

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1 tablespoon lemon juice Kosher salt

½ teaspoon Kosher salt

¼ cup brown sugar

For the spiced apple compote:

½ cup chopped hazelnuts

For the bourbon mulled apple cider:

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Levee Bourbon Lounge 47Upscale Casual 7

Payne Street Bakehouse 60 Deli / Sandwich 2

Nouvelle Bar & Bottle 48 Bistro / New American 1

Sweets By Morgan 77Desserts / Bakery 16

King Donut 76Desserts / Bakery 13

Mile Wide Beer Company65Microbreweries 2

Molly Malone's 69European / Irish 2

Noche Mexican BBQ 74Mexican 2

Sergio's World Beers 64Bar & Grill / Taphouse 2

Southern Restaurant & Lounge62Southern / Soul Food 1

Smashburger 52Burgers / Chicken 1,5,13

Lee's Korean 68 Asian / Korean 13

Simply Thai 68Asian / Thai 3,5

Kansai Japanese Steakhouse67 Asian / Japanese 6,15

Kashmir Indian 71Indian 2

Legend Crab Seafood House50Seafood Boils 4

Somewhere Louisville 48Bistro / New American 2

Peking City Express 67Asian / Chinese 3 Penn Station 60Deli / Sandwich [17]

Jerusalem Kitchen 72Mediterranean/Middle Eastern13

Sala Thai 68Asian / Thai 11

JW Café & Bakery 53Cafes 5

Red Lobster 50Seafood 3,13,15

Napa River Grill 47Upscale Casual 5

Louvino 48Bistro / New American 2,5

Southern Express 62Southern / Soul Food 13

Mussel & Burger Bar 52 Burgers / Chicken 1,6

La Lupita 74Mexican 15

Shogun 68Asian / Japanese 6

Sal's Pizza & Wings 58Pizza 5

O'Shea's Irish Pub 70European / Irish 2

Ramiro's Cantina 74 Mexican 2

Lindsay's Kitchen 61Diner / Home Style 12

Morris Deli & Catering 60Deli / Sandwich 2

Soul Food Dining 62Southern / Soul Food 13

Shack In The Back BBQ 59Barbecue 13

Star Sushi 68Asian / Japanese 16

Sabor Latino 72Latin American 13

Senora Arepa 72Latin American 1

Khalil's 63Bar & Grill / Taphouse 12

Liu's Garden 67Asian / Chinese 5

Safier Mediterranean Deli72Mediterranean/Middle Eastern1

Losers812 63Bar & Grill / Taphouse 16

Sapporo Japanese Grill 68Asian / Japanese 2

Redbud Dining Room 47 Upscale Casual 13

Roof Top Grill 69 Cuban / Caribbean 1

Karem's 55Casual Dining 8

O-Line Sports Grill 63Bar & Grill / Taphouse 8 Olive Garden 70European / Italian 6,8,11,15

Our Lady of Perpetual Hops65Microbreweries 14 Outback Steakhouse 51Steakhouse 8,11,13,15

Neil & Patty's Fireside Grill63Bar & Grill / Taphouse 14

La Bodeguita Del Medio 72Latin American 11

La Torta Loca 74Mexican 13

Rubbie's Southside Grill 59Barbecue 13

O'Dolly's 61Diner / Home Style 13

Rumors Raw Oyster Bar 50Seafood 5

Skyline Chili 56Casual Dining 2,3,6,14

Joely's Bar & Grill 73Mexican 2

Salsarita's Fresh Cantina75Southwest / Tex Mex 3,5

Scooter's Coffee 77Coffee / Tea Houses 5,12,13

Steak 'n Shake 52Burgers / Chicken 13,15

Lueberry Acai & Superfoods76Desserts / Bakery 1

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Orange Clover Kitchen 53Cafes 16

Original Impellizzeri's 57 Pizza 2,5,10 Osaka Sushi Bar 68Asian / Japanese 1,2

Lil' Wagners 61Diner / Home Style 13

Rice Box 67Asian / Chinese 13

Roosters 52Burgers / Chicken5,8,11,12,13,15

Shenanigan's Irish Grille 70European / Irish 2

Sinclair Smoked Salmon 50Seafood 2

Sweet Stuff Bakery 77Desserts / Bakery 14

Pasha's Mediterranean 72Mediterranean/Middle Eastern4 Passtime Fish House 50Seafood 6

Las Margaritas Mexican Restaurant74Mexican 5, 13

Philly's Best Frozen Desserts 76Desserts / Bakery 3

Joe Huber Restaurant 65Entertainment Dining 14

Red Sun Chinese Restaurant67Asian / Chinese 4

Seviche A Latin Restaurant46Fine Dining 2

Shirley Mae's Café 62Southern / Soul Food 1

Open Caribbean Kitchen 69Cuban / Caribbean 13

Noble Funk Brewery 65Microbreweries 1

Moe's Southwest Grill 75Southwest / Tex Mex3,6,8,11

Milantoni Italian Restaurant70European / Italian 6

KingFish 50Seafood 7,16

Red Top Gourmet Hot Dogs52Burgers / Chicken 1

Sakura Blue 68Asian / Japanese 3

King Donuts 76Desserts / Bakery 5

Oskar's Slider Bar 52Burgers / Chicken 13

Legacy Pizza & Bakery 57Pizza 14

Neighborhood Services 48Bistro / New American 3

Samurai 68Asian / Japanese 5

John O'Bryan's Tavern 63Bar & Grill / Taphouse 12

Papa Murphy's Pizza 57Pizza [8]

Louisville International Pub63Bar & Grill / Taphouse 13

Shippingport Brewing Co.65Microbreweries 1 Shiraz Mediterranean Grill 72Mediterranean/Middle Eastern2,5,7,8,13

Recbar 63Bar & Grill / Taphouse 6,14

Lou Lou Food + Drink 48Bistro / New American 3

King's Fried Chicken 52Burgers / Chicken 9

Sister Bean's 77Coffee / Tea Houses 13

Lemongrass Restaurant 69Asian / Vietnamese 4,5

Sunergos Coffee 77Coffee / Tea Houses 1,2,13

Sante Fe Grill 74 Mexican 13

Sol Aztecas 74Mexican 2,11

Paris Banh Mi & Bakery 76Desserts / Bakery 2 Parlour Pizza 57Pizza 1, 2, 14, 16

La Sierra 74Mexican 11

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Logan's Roadhouse 51Steakhouse 6,12

Ricky B's Club Café 48Upscale Casual 2

Ntaba Coffee Haus 77Coffee / Tea Houses 2

Lucky Leopard Pizza 57Pizza 2

Lucretia's Kitchen 61Southern / Soul Food 9

Selena's At Willow Lake Tavern69Cajun / Creole 5

Penny and Pearl's Bakeshop76Desserts / Bakery 3

Sicilian Pizza & Pasta 58Pizza 1,11

Old Hickory Inn 63Bar & Grill / Taphouse 13

Momma's Mustard Pickles & BBQ58Barbecue 3,5

Mojito in Havana 69Cuban / Caribbean 3

Juno Japanese 67Asian / Japanese 8, 13

Starbucks Coffee 77Coffee / Tea Houses [36]

Lonnie's Best Taste Of Chicago60Deli / Sandwich 2

River Road BBQ 58Barbecue 7

Kern's Korner 63Bar & Grill / Taphouse 2

Onion Restaurant & Tea House67Asian / Chinese 14

Sweet Peaches 60Deli / Sandwich 9

Mirage Mediterranean Restaurant72Mediterranean/Middle Eastern13

My Favorite Muffin 76Desserts / Bakery 5

Six Forks Burger Co. 52Burgers / Chicken 13

Ramen House 68Asian / Japanese 2

Pearl Street Taphouse 63Bar & Grill / Taphouse 16 Pearl Street Treats 76Desserts / Bakery 16

Senegambia African Restaurant66 African 4

Sushi Master 68 Asian / Japanese 8

Neat Bourbon Bar + Bottle Shop63Bar & Grill / Taphouse 2

Joy Luck 66Asian / Chinese 2,8

Sway 48Upscale Casual 1

NamNam Café 69Asian / Vietnamese 3

Soupy's 60 Deli / Sandwich 4

Starlight Coffee Co. 77Coffee / Tea Houses 14, 15

River City Drafthouse 64Bar & Grill / Taphouse 2

Southern Hospitality 62Southern / Soul Food 9

La Suerte 72Latin American 2

More Shenanigan's 70European / Irish 4 Morning Fork 54Breakfast 2

New Albanian Brewing Company 65Microbreweries 14

Red Hot Roasters 77Coffee / Tea Houses 2

Schlotzky's Deli 60Deli / Sandwich 8

Off the Rails Tasting Room48Bistro / New American 4

Saint's 64 Bar & Grill / Taphouse 3

Royal's Hot Chicken 52Burgers / Chicken 1,5

Spaghetti Shop 70European / Italian 14

Old Louisville Tavern 63Bar & Grill / Taphouse 13

La Bamba 73Mexican 2

Shoney's 56Casual Dining 13

JujuBe at La Que 66Asian / Chinese 2

Louisville Cream 76Desserts / Bakery 1

Kim & Bab 68Asian / Korean 14

Shark's Seafood 50Seafood 4

La Rosita Taqueria 74Mexican 5,13

L & J Asian Cuisine 67Asian / Japanese 10

Swizzle 46Fine Dining

Kayrouz Café 53Cafes 3

JJ Bakes & Co. 76Desserts / Bakery 1

New Wave Burritos 74Mexican 13

La Chapinlandia 74Mexican 13

Repeal Oak-Fired Steakhouse51Steakhouse 1

La Catrina Mexican Kitchen73Mexican 14

SnoWhat 77Desserts / Bakery 13

Louie's Hot Chicken & Barbecue58 Barbecue 13

New Albanian Brewing Co. Pizzeria57Pizza 14

Los Aztecas 74Mexican 5,10

North Lime Donuts 76Desserts / Bakery 5, 13

Sarang 68Asian / Korean 2 Sarino 70European / Italian 13

Luna's Rotisserie 74Mexican 13 M&M BBQ 58 Barbecue 13 Ma Zerella's 57Pizza 15 Mack Bros BBQ 58Barbecue 9 Mac's @ Mile Wide 57Pizza 1 Main Eatery 60Deli / Sandwich 1 Main Event Bar & Grill 65Entertainment Dining 6 Mai's Thai Restaurant 68Asian / Thai 16 Malone's 51Steakhouse 8 Mango's Bar & Grill 74Mexican 11 Manhattan Grill 60Deli / Sandwich 1 Maple Street Biscuit Company56Casual Dining 2 Marco's Pizza 57Pizza 14 Mark T's Slabhouse 58Barbecue 13 Mark's Feed Store 58Barbecue 2,5,11,12,14 Martini Itialian Bistro 70European / Italian 8 Martin's Bar-B-Que Joint 58Barbecue 8 Masa Japanese 67Asian / Japanese 5 Masala Grill 72Mediterranean/Middle Eastern1 Matt Winn Steakhouse 51Steakhouse 13 Mattie's Kitchen 62Southern / Soul Food 9 Mayan Café 74Mexican 1 McAlister's Deli 60Deli / Sandwich [11] Melba's Culinary Canvas 47Upscale Casual 1 Melt 502 60Deli / Sandwich 11 Melting Pot 47Upscale Casual 6 Merle's Whiskey Kitchen 48 Bistro / New American 1 Mesa 65Entertainment Dining 14 Mesh 47Upscale Casual 3 Metro Diner 61Diner / Home Style 11 Mexa Tacos 74Mexican 3 Mexico City Tacqueria and Restaurant74Mexican 16 MG's Prime Time Café 63Bar & Grill / Taphouse 12 Mi Bonito Pinotepa 74Mexican 13 Mi Casita Parrilla Mexicana74Mexican 1 Mi Sueño 69Cuban / Caribbean 4 Mi Tierra Mexican Restaurant74Mexican 5,7 Mickey's 77Coffee / Tea Houses 14 Mike Linnig's 50 Seafood 12 Milano Italian Restaurant 70European / Italian 8

Paul's Fruit Market 60Deli / Sandwich 3,4,5,7

River House Restaurant 48Upscale Casual 7

Jets Pizza 57Pizza 2,3,5,8,11

Sam's Seafood & Grill 50Seafood 13

Sake Blue 68Asian / Japanese 11

Las Cazuelas 74Mexican 13

Morton's Of Chicago 51Steakhouse 1

P.F. Chang's China Bistro48Bistro / New American 5 Panchitos Ice Cream 76Desserts / Bakery 2,13

Jucy's Smokehouse 58Barbecue 5

Moya's American Kitchen56Casual Dining 6 Mozza Pi 57Pizza 2, 5

Joe's Crab Shack 50Seafood 1

Legends Café 63Bar & Grill / Taphouse 14

Shalimar Indian 71Indian 6

Kathmandu Kitchen and Bar71Indian 4

Joe's Older than Dirt 55Casual Dining 5

1 Syrian Grill Abu Abdu 72Mediterranean/Middle Eastern4 Taco Choza 74Mexican 3 Taco City Louisville 74Mexican 2, 4, 5 Taco Tico 74Mexican 12 Taj Palace 71Indian 8 Tandoori Fusion 71Indian 8 TanThai Restaurant 68 Asian / Thai 14 Taqueria Don Juan 74Mexican 16 Taqueria El Mexicano 74Mexican 13 Taqueria La Mexicana 74Mexican 13 Taqueria Los Gorditos 74Mexican 2 Tavern On Fourth 64Bar & Grill / Taphouse 1 Taylor's Cajun Meat Co. 69Cajun / Creole 14 Taziki's Mediterranean Cafe 72Mediterranean/Middle Eastern3,5,15 RESTAURANT PAGE #/CUISINE STYLE MAP # RESTAURANT PAGE #/CUISINE STYLE MAP #RESTAURANT PAGE #/CUISINE STYLE MAP #

Phantom Cafe Modern Eatery48Bistro / New American 2

Billiards & Sports Pub63Bar & Grill / Taphouse 1 Raising Cane's 52Burgers / Chicken2,6,8,11,12

Oriental Café 67Asian / Chinese 4 Oriental House 67Asian / Chinese 3 Oriental Star 67Asian / Chinese 13

Jersey Mike's Subs 60Deli / Sandwich2,5,6,8,14,15,16

Ling Ling 67 Asian / Chinese 5

Riot Cafe 53Cafes 1

Nord's Bakery 76Desserts / Bakery 13

Rockey’s Clarksville Seafood50Seafood 16

Asian / Vietnamese 2 Pho Café 69Asian / Vietnamese 3 Pho Phi 69Asian / Vietnamese 3 Pier 17 Cajun Seafood 50Seafood Boils 6, 12 Pin + Proof 65Entertainment Dining 1 Piña Fiesta Mexican Grill 74Mexican 12 Pints&Union 63Bar & Grill / Taphouse 14 Pivot Brewing Co. 65Microbreweries 2 Pizza Donisi 57Pizza 13 Pizza King 57Pizza 14,16 Pizza Lupo 57Pizza 2 Pizza Place 57Pizza 4 Pizzaville 57Pizza 8 Please & Thank You 77Coffee / Tea Houses 1,2,10 Plehn's Bakery 76 Desserts / Bakery 3 PokeHana 68Asian / Japanese 1 Polly Freeze 77Desserts / Bakery 14 Porch Kitchen & Bar 63Bar & Grill / Taphouse 1 Porcini 70European / Italian 2 Potbelly Sandwhich Shop60Deli / Sandwich 1,6,8 Po-Z's Kitchen 62Southern / Soul Food 12 Pregame Coffee 77Coffee / Tea Houses 2 Primo's Pizzeria 57Pizza 6 Proof On Main 47Upscale Casual 1 Public House by Against The Grain65Microbreweries 2 Puerto Vallarta 74 Mexican 11,14,16 Pure Blendz 53Cafes 1 Purrfect Day Cat Café 53Cafes 2 Qdoba Mexican Grill 74Mexican [17] Queen of Sheba 66African 4 Quill's Coffee 77Coffee / Tea Houses 1,2 Quizno's Subs 60Deli / Sandwich 14 Rafferty's of Louisville 56Casual Dining 3 Railbirds Hot Chicken 52Burgers / Chicken 13

Lenny's Sub Shop 60Deli / Sandwich 4

Lady Tron's 60Deli / Sandwich 14

Stevens & Stevens Deli 60Deli / Sandwich 2

Storming Crab 50Seafood Boils 11,15

Mr. Gatti's 57Pizza 12,13,15

Parnelli's Chicago Eatery60Deli / Sandwich 16

Sweet Surrender 77Desserts / Bakery 2

Rubbin' Butts BBQ 59Barbecue 14

Joella's Hot Chicken 52 Burgers / Chicken 3,5, 15

Simply Mediterranean 72 Mediterranean/Middle Eastern2

Ruth's Chris Steakhouse 51Steakhouse 3

Lucky Burrito 74Mexican 2

Ramiro's Cantina Express74Mexican 16

Seasoned Pub & Grill 64Bar & Grill / Taphouse 10

Old School NY Pizza 57 Pizza 5,8

Mitchell's Fish Market 50Seafood 8

Kolkin Coffee 77Coffee / Tea Houses 14

Limòn y Sal 74Mexican 8

Ramsi's Café 53Cafes 2, 8

Louisville Tea Co. 77Coffee / Tea Houses 5

Rawnaissance Desserts 77Desserts / Bakery 2

Sherrilli's Pizza Parlor 58Pizza 15

LeAnn's Home Made Cheesecakes76Desserts / Bakery 1

OvrDrive Games 65Entertainment Dining 1

Red Hog 53Cafes 2

Leaven Bakery 76Desserts / Bakery 14

Lotsa Pasta 60Deli / Sandwich 3

ShopBar 64Bar & Grill / Taphouse 2 Shreeji Indian Vegetarian71Indian 6

Rice Bowl 68Asian / Korean 14

Spinelli's Pizzeria 58Pizza 2,3

La Guanaquita 72Latin American 13

Luigi's Pizzeria 57Pizza 1

ROC Restaurant 70European / Italian 2

La Popular 74Mexican 13

Mimo's Pizzeria 57Pizza 14

Mt. Fuji 68Asian / Japanese 13

Stoney River 51Steakhouse 8

Noodles & Company 56Casual Dining 6,8,13

North of Bourbon 69Cajun / Creole 13

O'Charley's 56Casual Dining 3,6,12

Ollie's Trolley 52Burgers / Chicken 1

La Riviera Maya 74 Mexican 13

Rootie's Sports Bar 64Bar & Grill / Taphouse 8

Seafood Lady 50Seafood Boils 1,13

La Pana Bakery 76Desserts / Bakery 1

Red Yeti Restaurant 64Bar & Grill / Taphouse 16

Sidebar at Whiskey Row 48Bistro / New American 1

La Tropicana 74Mexican 13

Sam's Gyro 72Mediterranean/Middle Eastern13

Panda Express 67Asian / Chinese 5,6,8,15 Panera Bread Co. 60 Deli / Sandwich [10]

Kabuki 67Asian / Japanese 16

Koreana II 68Asian / Korean 13

Square Cut Pizza and Sugar Room58Pizza 1

Seeds & Greens Deli 60Deli / Sandwich 14

Naïve 56Casual Dining 2

Jumbo Buffet 66Asian / Chinese 6

Sam's Food & Spirits 56Casual Dining 14

Shady Lane Café 53Cafes 7 Shahar Café 53Cafes 2

Safai Coffee 77Coffee / Tea Houses 2

Señor Iguana's 74Mexican 11,13,15

O'Connell's Irish Pub 70European / Irish 11

Las Gorditas 74Mexican 11

Neon Pizza 57Pizza 1

Sangria Bar at Union 64Bar & Grill / Taphouse 16

Sugar & Spice Donut Shop77Desserts / Bakery 11

La Maison Aux Crepes 76Desserts / Bakery 1

Sue's Touch of Country 62Southern / Soul Food 12

Monnik Beer Co. 65Microbreweries 13, 14

My Old KY Dinner Train 65Entertainment Dining 13

Patrick O'Shea's 70European / Irish 1 Pat's Steak House 51Steakhouse 2

La Chasse 46Fine Dining 2

Misawa Hibachi & Sushi 68Asian / Japanese 11 Mission BBQ 58Barbecue 3,15

New Direction Bar & Grill 63Bar & Grill / Taphouse 5

Liège & Dairy Ice Cream + Waffles76Desserts / Bakery 7

Starlight Café 53Cafes 14

La Terraza Fourth Street 74Mexican 1

Red Robin 52Burgers / Chicken 3,8,15

Oishii Sushi 68Asian / Japanese 4

Le Moo 51Steakhouse 2

Scene 48Upscale Casual 1

Smokey Bones BBQ 59Barbecue 6

Sichuan Garden 67Asian / Chinese 6

Sub Station II 60Deli / Sandwich 13

Longhorn Steakhouse 51Steakhouse 6,8,13,15

Jeff's Donuts 76Desserts / Bakery 3, 14

Pearl Street Game & Coffee House77Coffee / Tea Houses 16

The Hub Louisville 49 Bistro / New American 2

The Silver Dollar 49Bistro / New American 2

The Water Company 64Bar & Grill / Taphouse 1

The Wing Zone 52Burgers / Chicken 4,13

The ChillBurger 52 Burgers / Chicken 15

The Fat Lamb 49Bistro / New American 2

The Bard's Town 65Entertainment Dining 2

Torino's Sandwich Bar 60Deli / Sandwich 1

Tino's Tacos 75Mexican 13

Town 70European / Italian 16

Tucker's 56Casual Dining

The Sports & Social Club64Bar & Grill / Taphouse 1

ToGo Sushi 68Asian / Japanese 5

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The StrEatery 56Casual Dining 13

The Fish House 50Seafood 2,5

The Old Louisville Coffee Co-op77Coffee / Tea Houses 13

Tsubaki Sushi & Bar 68Asian / Japanese 5

Tomo Japanese Restaurant68Asian / Japanese 14

The Starving Artist Café 54Cafes 5

Thai Noodles 68Asian / Thai 13

The Kitchen Table 62Southern / Soul Food 13

The Back Door 64Bar & Grill / Taphouse 2

The 1894 Lodge 46Upscale Casual 16

The Library 64Bar & Grill / Taphouse 1

Thirsty Hound Sports Bar64Bar & Grill / Taphouse 11

The Goat 64Bar & Grill / Taphouse 5

Tres Amigos 75Mexican 5

Three Brothers 50Seafood 9

Tin Roof 64Bar & Grill / Taphouse 3

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The Chicken Box 52Burgers / Chicken 12

The Black Italian 70European / Italian 2

Toast on Market 54Breakfast 14

Terri Lynn's Cafe and Catering54Cafes 14

The Cheddar Box 54Cafes 3

Tikka House 71Indian 3

The Salad Chic 60Deli / Sandwich 1

Tim Tam Tavern 64Bar & Grill / Taphouse 13

TGI Friday's 56Casual Dining 1

The Fishery 50Seafood 11

Tokyo Japanese 68Asian / Japanese 7

The Earl 64Bar & Grill / Taphouse 14

Top Hat Café 54Cafes 1

Tea Station Chinese Bistro67Asian / Chinese 8

The Oldham Brewing Co.65Microbreweries 8

The B.A. Colonial 56Casual Dining 13

The Palm Room 64Bar & Grill / Taphouse 9

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The Cheddar Box Too 54Cafes 3

The Chicken House 51Burgers / Chicken 14

The Silly Axe Café 54Cafes 2

The Corner 58Pizza 8

The Coffee Boxx 77Coffee / Tea Houses 9

The Café 54Cafes 1

The Manhattan Project 51Gastropub 2

The Peach Cobbler Factory77Desserts / Bakery 2, 5

The Post 58 Pizza 13

The Table 54Cafes 9

Toasty's Tavern 64Bar & Grill / Taphouse 1

Troll Pub Under The Bridge64Bar & Grill / Taphouse 1

Texas Roadhouse 51Steakhouse 2,5,12,13,15

The Cheesecake Factory46Upscale Casual 3

The Comfy Cow 76Desserts / Bakery 2 ,5, 8, 13

The Champagnery 49Bistro / New American 2

The Fox Den 64Bar & Grill / Taphouse 3

The Eagle 52Burgers / Chicken 2

The Pearl 64Bar & Grill / Taphouse 13

Thelma's Deli 60 Deli / Sandwich 1

The Raven 70European / Irish 3

& Leaf 54Breakfast 2 Union 15 58Pizza 13 Union Restaurant & GameYard64Bar & Grill / Taphouse 16 Upland Brewing Co. 65Microbreweries 16 Uptown Café 48Upscale Casual 2 Vallarta Mexican Seafood and Grill75Mexican 6 Varanese 48Upscale Casual 2 V-Grits 62Southern / Soul Food 2 Vibes Restaurant & Ultra Lounge62Southern / Soul Food 1 Vic's Café 54Cafes 14 Victoria Mexican Restaurant75Mexican 4 Vietnam Kitchen 69Asian / Vietnamese 13 Village Anchor Pub & Roost49Bistro / New American 5 Ville Chicken and Seafood50Seafood 13 Vinaigrette Salad Kitchen60Deli / Sandwich 4, 5 VinBun Vietnamese Bistro69Asian / Vietnamese 5 Vincenzo's 46Fine Dining 1 Volare 70European / Italian 2 W.W. Cousin's 52Burgers / Chicken 3, 12 Wagner's Pharmacy 61Diner / Home Style 13 Walker's Exchange 48Upscale Casual 1 Watch Hill Proper 48Upscale Casual 8 WayCool Café 54 Cafes 1 Week-End Burgers 52Burgers / Chicken 13 West 6th NuLu 65Microbreweries 1 Which Wich? 60Deli / Sandwich 6,8,14 Whiskey Dry 52Burgers / Chicken 1 Wick's Pizza 58Pizza 2,4,6 Wild Eggs 54Breakfast 1,3,5,6,14,15 Wild Ginger Sushi & Fusion68Asian / Japanese 2 Wild Hops Bourbon Bar & Lounge65Microbreweries 1 Williams Bakery 77Desserts / Bakery 15 Wiltshire at the Speed 49Bistro / New American 13 Wiltshire On Market 48Upscale Casual 1 Wiltshire Pantry Bakery and Café 54Cafes 1, 2, 8 Wingstop 52Burgers / Chicken 6,12 Wologisi Restaurant 66African 4 World of Beer 51Gastropub 8 Yamato Japanese Steak House68Asian / Japanese 14 Yellow Cactus 75Mexican 14 Yen Ching 67Asian / Chinese 6 Yoki Buffet 67Asian / Chinese 6 Yummy Pollo 72Latin American 13 Zanzabar 64Bar & Grill / Taphouse 13 Za's Pizza 58Pizza 2 Zaxby's 52Burgers / Chicken5,12,13,14,16 Zeggz Amazing Eggs 54 Breakfast 5 Ziba's Bistro 66African 1 Zoe's Kitchen 72Mediterranean/Middle Eastern8 Zombie Taco 75Mexican 1 RESTAURANT PAGE #/CUISINE STYLE MAP #

The Pine Room 49Bistro / New American 10

Topp't Pizza & Chopped Salad58Pizza 14

Torchy's Tacos 75Mexican 15

Tropical Smoothie Cafe 54Cafes 5

Italian Restaurant70European / Italian 13

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The Black Jockey's Lounge62Southern / Soul Food 1

Tha Drippin Crab 50Seafood Boils 9 Thai Café 68Asian / Thai 7

The Block Gourmet Deli 60Deli / Sandwich 5

TEN20 Craft Brewery 65Microbreweries 2, 5

The Coffee Zone 77Coffee / Tea Houses 5

Time 4 Thai 68Asian / Thai 2

The South Seas 56Casual Dining 2

The Grain Haus 58Pizza 14

EVERYDAY KITCHEN 552 E. Market St. (Gateway to NuLu building), 805-7345. Led by kitchen veteran Tim Johnson, this “modern comfort food restaurant” has recently reimagined its menu while retaining a farm-to-table approach, including Wild (Frondosa Farms) Mushroom Stroganoff, Shrimp & (Weisenberger) Grits, Nashville Hot “Chicken” Sandwich (tofu, actually) and 3D Valley Farms Roasted Beast from the in-house rotisserie. $$$ Br D p f

CC’S KITCHEN 651 S. Fourth St., 215-0797. With fresh new digs on Theater Square in the former Marketplace Restaurant’s vast indoor and outdoor spaces, CC’s seems poised to become even more of, well, itself. Bright, whimsical brunch/dinner menus offer inventive, idiosyncratic and zany riffs on traditional dishes and drinks (cotton candy martini, anyone?). At dinner find goat cheese-stuffed deviled eggs, stuffed pork chops, ribeye steak stroganoff and various flatbreads. Did we mention entertainment? The drag brunches at CC’s have gained a fanatical loyal following, featuring goodies-laden bloody marys, mimosas, stuffed French toast, biscuits and gravy and (of course) chicken and waffles. $$$ D pf

211 CLOVER LANE RESTAURANT 211 Clover Ln., 8969570. 211 Clover Lane has been tucked away across the railroad tracks in St. Matthews, in the corner of a little cluster of upscale shops since 1992. Those who know how to find it enjoy drinks in a quiet elegant lounge and dine off seasonal menus. Owner Andrew Smith and his staff keep 211 Clover Lane among the town’s top tables. $$$$ D pf

dining room, the bar with a separate kitchen and menu, and an expansive outdoor patio that overlooks downtown. The bar kitchen’s two wood-fired ovens offer small plates to nibble while sipping; the main kitchen overseen by Executive Chef Henry Wesley serves fine dinners. $$$ B D pf

VINCENZO’S 150 S. Fifth St., 580-1350. Founded in 1986 and known for its suave professional service, high-end Northern Italian fare and many trademark dishes finished at tableside, Vincenzo’s continues to hold its own amid a constantly changing downtown scene. Those hits (Toasted Ravioli Diavolo, Pasta Cacciatore, Crepes Agostino) just keep on coming, along with a regular garnering of plaudits: the 50 best Italian restaurants in America list (Yahoo, 2020) and a 2022 AAA Four Diamond Award, among others. $$$$ L D pf

THE CHEESECAKE FACTORY 5000 Shelbyville Rd. (Mall St. Matthews), 897-3933. One of 175 outlets of the Californiabased chain, this popular restaurant maintains a large and diverse menu that entices and satisfies a wide range of diners. Food quality is above average for this kind of restaurant chain, though its namesake cheesecakes are baked in California and North Carolina. $$$ Br L D pf

EQUUS & JACK'S RESTAURANT | LOUNGE 122 Sears Ave., 897-9721. A Louisville institution since 1985 under the ownership of the late culinary icon Dean Corbett, Jared Matthews now runs both the restaurant and Jack’s Lounge. ARE LOCATED IN LOUISVILLE, KY

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THE 1894 LODGE 409 E. Main St., New Washington IN, 6289006. This ambitious restaurant, housed in a historic building a not-too-distant trek up Rte 62, offers two different dining rooms and a bar area. The menu has some typical bar fare (burgers, calamari, sandwiches), but also some less usual items: mushroom arancini, chicken Gorgonzola, and a smoked half-chicken with quinoa salad.$$$ D pf

8UP ELEVATED DRINKERY AND KITCHEN 350 W. Chestnut St. (Hilton Garden Inn), 631-4180. This rooftop restaurant and bar above the hotel at the corner of Fourth and Chestnut has three elegant areas - an upscale casual

CULTURED CHEESE, CHEERS, AND CHARCUTERIE 1007 E. Main St., 409-8706. Made-to-order charcuterie boards, including some with vegan and vegetarian options. Cheese selections showcase the owner’s family’s Kenny’s Farmhouse Cheese and other mainly local food products. $$ L D p f

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DOC CROW’S 127 W. Main St., 587-1626. Doc Crow’s solidly anchors the dining choices on Whiskey Row. Oysters from both coasts, raw and fried, fried green tomatoes, pork rinds, shrimp and grits, all served in a handsome renovation of one of Main Street’s classic cast-iron front buildings. $$ L D p

SWIZZLE 140 N. Fourth St. (The Galt House), 252-2500. The Galt House replaces Rivue, its 25th floor restaurant, with Swizzle, a retro-meets-modern redesigned room with a menu focused on steaks, chops and sustainable seafood served up from the open-concept exhibition kitchen in the middle of the restaurant, allowing diners to watch the action. The retro beverage program will focus on classic cocktails, with seasonal specials. $$$$ D p

BRISTOL BAR & GRILLE 1321 Bardstown Rd., 456-1702, 300 N. Hurstbourne Pkwy., 426-0627, 614 W. Main St., 582-1995. A cornerstone of Louisville’s restaurant renaissance, Bristol started three decades ago on Bardstown Road. Now, with three venues around town, diners can always find dependable pub grub, eclectic entrées, and evergreen standards like the green-chile won tons and the Bristol Burger. $$ Br L D pf

running top tables. Seating is tight but the food is consistently excellent. Chef Duncan Williams has continued classic menu items that regulars love (crab cakes, shrimp and grits) and worked in newer items (braised pork shank, squash risotto). $$$$ L D p

LA CHASSE 1359 Bardstown Rd., 822-3963. Font-of-thehouse man Isaac Fox creates the ambience of a fine European country inn in the heart of the Highlands. The frequentlychanging menu, overseen by Chef Alex Dulaney, fuses the tastes and techniques of Southern France and Northern Spain. $$$$ D p

HEIRLOOM CHEF’S TABLE 9448 Norton Commons Blvd., 822-1184. There are only 6 tables at this suburban outlet for United Catering. Chef Ryan Smith creates multi-course meals for small groups, emphasizing foods from local purveyors. $$$$ D p

BRAVO! 206 Bullitt Ln. (Oxmoor Center), 326-0491. Management describes the Ohio-based Bravo! chain as “a fun, white-tablecloth casual eatery … positioned between the fine-dining and casual chains.” A Roman-ruin setting houses abundant Italian-American style fare. We particularly enjoyed appetizers and first-rate grilled meats. $$ Br L D pf

SEVICHE A LATIN RESTAURANT 1538 Bardstown Rd., 4738560. Chef Anthony Lamas’ menu offers an eclectic range of Latin American dishes in addition to its namesake, the Latino seafood dish “cooked” in tart citrus juices. Continuing to get notice throughout the Southeast for his imaginative cooking, he is setting a standard of cool for the Bardstown Road eating scene. $$$$ D pf

610 MAGNOLIA 610 Magnolia Ave., 636-0783. Since taking over this Old Louisville landmark restaurant in 2004, Edward Lee has become a Food TV fixture and opened several new restaurants. Jeff Potteris the Executive Chef at this perennial top table and continues the adventurous prixfixe menu. $$$$ D pf

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BARN8 10500 W. US Hwy 42, 398-9289. The newest project of Laura Lee Brown and Steve Wilson is refashioning their Hermitage Farm as an agro-tourism destination. Building number 8 of the historic thoroughbred stable (where Dark Star, who defeated Northern Dancer in 1953, was foaled) is now a restaurant open to the public. Diners can choose to dine at private tables (in the stalls) or rent the Hayloft for parties up to 200. Executive Chef Seth Kinder’s eclectic menu features heirloom, local and seasonal ingredients drawn heavily from the farm’s extensive gardens. $$$$ D pf

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COPPER & KINGS ROOFTOP RESTAURANT 1121 E. Washington St., 561-0269. Up on the third floor of the distillery, with a fine view over the city, you can find a menu of cocktails using Copper & Kings distillates, and a food menu that ranges from the familiar (pimento cheese, Caesar salad) to the unusual (salmon tartine, sesame scallion pancake). $$$ Br L Dpf

JACK FRY’S 1007 Bardstown Rd., 452-9244. Inside its unprepossessing exterior is one of Louisville’s longest-

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BLACKSTONE GRILLE 9521 U.S. 42, 228-6962. Long-time restaurateur Rick Dissell’s comfortable, casual restaurant in the Prospect Center continues to please regulars and to find new fans. The menu offers sandwiches and an array of bistro entrées — pasta, seafood, beef and chicken, including fried chicken livers and “light” fried chicken. $$$ Br D pf

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BUCK’S 425 W. Ormsby Ave., 637-5284. This elegant, understated dining room has been an upscale lunch and dinner destination since 1992, an Old Louisville institution that draws patrons from across the city. The lavish white flowers in the bar remain, as does the crispy fish and spicy noodles on the menu. Also on the menu are well-made traditional dishes: fried chicken livers and shrimp cocktail, Bibb lettuce salad, filet mignon and seafood rigatoni. $$$ L D pf

CHARR’D BOURBON KITCHEN & LOUNGE 1903 Embassy Square Blvd. (Marriott Louisville East), 491-1184. The J’town Marriott Hotel’s restaurant is on the Urban Bourbon Trail. Chef Raquel Romero’s eclectic menu offers Kentucky burgoo, Kentucky Kobb salad and several dishes (Buffalo Trace Reuben, Makers Mark ribs) that incorporate some of the bar’s 75 offerings of Bourbon. $$$ Br L D p

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FUZZY'S THE 15TH CLUB, FOOD & SPIRITS 4900 Water Tower Rd., Jeffersonville IN, 812-670-5713. New Albany native Fuzzy Zoeller enjoyed a successful golfing career, then launched Fuzzy’s Ultra Premium Vodka, which pours at his new branded restaurant inside the Hilton Garden Inn Jeffersonville. It’s open to the public, serving breakfast , lunch and dinner, featuring American cuisine of precisely the sort you’d expect Fuzzy and friend John Daly to enjoy.

REDBUD DINING ROOM 983 Goss Ave., 384-1862. Relax, Louisville; the team behind Toasty’s Tavern and New Wave Burritos registered your trepidation, and previous occupant

PROOF ON MAIN 702 W. Main St. (21c Hotel), 217-6360. The restaurant attached to 21C Museum Hotel has, from its inception, under several different executive chefs, offered one of the most creative menus in town. The bison burger and charred octopus have been there from the start. The most recent menu includes salmon crudo and parsnip soup, duck confit and dumplings, and coconut curry spaghetti squash. $$$ B Br L D pf

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NAPA RIVER GRILL 1211 Herr Ln., 423-5822. An eclectic mix of California-inspired fusion dishes served in a clean, crisp, informally classy atmosphere have made Napa a longtime favorite. Chef Seth Butkus’s lunch offerings range from smoked salmon wontons to Vietnamese salad. The lovely patio makes for lazy summer dining on baked goat cheese, vegetable pad Thai or smoked pork shank. $$$ Br L D pf

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J. ALEXANDER’S REDLANDS GRILL 102 Oxmoor Court, 339-2206. This comfortably upscale venue, a Nashvillebased chain, features “contemporary American” fare with a broad menu that ranges from burgers and sandwiches to such upscale eats as grilled tuna or a New York strip steak.

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FORK & BARREL 1722 Frankfort Ave., 830-9500. Chef/owner Geoffrey Heyde has consolidated his two “Fork” restaurants into the Lower Clifton space that had been Morning Fork. With all three meals Heyde serves up on local ingredients, craft cocktails and southern hospitality. Look for starters like langostino fritters, buttermilk soaked fried chicken livers, or devilish eggs; entrees such as vegetarian ravioli, salmon and beef tip stroganoff. For dessert choose from cheesecake, fruit-filled sweet crèpe or triple chocolate brownie. $$$ D p

Matthews has made some physical updates, but has striven to keep the restaurant’s and the lounge’s classic upscale casual atmosphere and approachable menu. The signature mushroom fumé remains, along with satisfying entrées like Yankee pot roast, fried chicken with sawmilll gravy and Parmesan-crusted sea bass. $$$ D pf

MELTING POT 2045 S. Hurstbourne Pkwy., 491-4762. If you have pleasant memories of fondue parties of the ’70s, The Melting Pot is for you. If you can melt it and dip things in it, it’s probably on the menu. $$$ D p

MESH 3612 Brownsboro Rd., 632-4421. The lush modern building and the casual/elegant menu have made a strong presence in the neighborhood. The cosmopolitan menu includes kung pao calamari, beet salad, Amish chicken and mushroom strudel, all served in an atmosphere of “contemporary elegance and comfort.” $$$$ Br L D pf

LEVEE BOURBON LOUNGE 3015 River Rd., 897-5000. John Varanese’s riverside music bar has been redesigned and rebuilt as a Bourbon-centric bar and lounge, with Bourbon barrel tables, sofas and easy chairs in the lounge, artwork and decor made from barrel tops and staves, and, of course, a large, eclectic selection of over 200 Bourbons (and other spirits). Order from the River House menu while you sip: sautéed mussels, grilled octopus, a charcuterie tray or any of the delights on the raw bar. $$ D pf

MELBA'S CULINARY CANVAS 430 W. Jefferson St.,6537000. This eclectic downtown restaurant and bakery casts a wide culinary net. For lunch opt for sandwiches, ramen bowls or tacos, pasta dishes or meatloaf. Take home artistic candies, including cute marzipan animals, cakes or artisanal chocolates. $$$ B Br L p

SCENE 501 W. Main St., 566-5297. Scene is the latest dining venture in the space at the Kentucky Center for the Arts that has seen a lot of things come and go. Open before shows for drinks and small plate dining served in the fast-casual style. Flatbreads, burgers, pasta dishes, crab cakes; a small but good wine and beer selection and a full bar. $$ D p

RIVER HOUSE RESTAURANT & RAW BAR 3015 River Rd., 897-5000. Chef John Varanese’s riverside restaurant complex never ceases to evolve. His elegant reimagining of a former boat dealership building befits the always interesting seafood dishes inspired by Nawlins and Charleston, where Varanese began his career. There’s also an extensive raw bar, dockside service for boaters, the adjacent Levee Bourbon Lounge, event space upstairs (Savor at River House) for 300 of your closest friends, and to seal the deal, in 2022 River House was named one of the 100 Best Restaurants for Outdoor Dining in America by OpenTable diners. $$$$ Br L D pf

WATCH HILL PROPER 11201 River Beauty Loop 230-1982. This new “Premiere Bourbon Club” in Norton Commons houses one of the largest selections of American whiskeys in the world. It is membership-based, but open to the public on a first-come, first-served basis. The interior has an old-world country club vibe with overstuffed leather seating and warm woods throughout. Chef Michael Crouch, long-time Louisville veteran, helms the menu of shareable small plates, such as lobster hush puppies and build-your-own custom charcuterie boards. $$$$ D pf

WALKER’S EXCHANGE 140 N. Fourth St. (Galt House Hotel), 272-1834. The Galt House’s Kentucky-style brasserie, located in the West Tower, is styled after a 19th-century restaurant of the same name. The menu juxtaposes familiar French and American dishes — including classic Southernstyle comforts like short rib hand pies and shrimp po-boys. $$$$ B Br L D p

BOARD AND YOU BISTRO & WINE BAR 434 Pearl St., New Albany IN, 913-4109, 10700 Meeting St. 398-5271. Look for handcrafted cocktails, charcuterie boards with meats and cheeses from around the world, entrées, small plates, salads, soups and house-made desserts such as blueberry pie bar, mascarpone cheesecake and a pots de creme flight. $$$$ B L D pf

HAPPY BELLY BISTRO 1020 E. Washington St. (Ten20 Brewery), 835-8202. Fusion food from all culinary backgrounds has characterized Ashlee Northington’s fare as she has progressed from sous chef (Mayan Café, Woodhaven Country Club) through food truck catering, and now to a kitchen inside Butchertown’s Ten20 Brewery. Menu items rotate, but usually include purposeful burgers, tacos and at least one vegan choice. $$ L D pf

NOUVELLE BAR & BOTTLE 214 S. Clay St., 631-9428. This French-style wine bar sells 40+ wines by the glass (in 3-, 6or 9-ounce pours) and 200 to 300 wines by the bottle, focusing on affordable, interesting wines. A selection of beers, ciders, classic cocktails, bourbons and scotches also are available to accompany cheese and charcuterie boards, along with desserts. $ L D pf

OFF THE RAILS TASTING ROOM AND WINE DEPOT 2118 Bruce Ave., 822-0738. Enjoy three favorite adult beverages at this Buechel winery – wine, craft brews, and bourbon. The wines made by owners Kenny and Denise Jewell include a Cabernet and Reisling, and several fruit blends. The beers and Bourbons are from all over Kentucky. $$ Br D pf

GARAGE BAR 700 E. Market St., 749-7100. Housed in a former service station in NuLu, Garage Bar serves up draft and bottled craft beers, Bourbons, seasonal cocktails and wine, pizzas from a wood-fired brick oven and Southern specialties, with an emphasis on fresh, local ingredients. The ham flight is not to be missed. $$$ D pf

HUGE IMPACT RESTAURANT 566 S. Fifth St., 208-2887. This home-style restaurant takes over the spot on Fifth and

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RICKY B'S CLUB CAFÉ 2901 Brownsboro Rd., 333-0110. This vaguely Moorish-style building that has housed several restaurants over the years is now a supper club run by the well-known pianist Rick Bartlett. His “world fusion” eclectic menu includes short ribs, fettuccine Alfredo, sea bass, “mystical” fries and Bartlett’s signature Bouncin' Back Burger. Bartlett, along with others, will entertain diners. $$$ D p

LOUVINO 1606 Bardstown Rd., 365-1921, 11400 Main St., 742-1456. Steve Ritchie, former CEO at Papa John’s Pizza, has taken over this popular wine bar and small plates restaurant. He is keeping on Executive Chef Tavis Rockwell and his staff, so fans will still be able to enjoy the seasonal shareable small plates menu and clever organization of the wine list. A myriad of wines by the glass are available fresh from their wine-dispensing cruvinet system. $$ Br D pf

P.F. CHANG’S CHINA BISTRO 9120 Shelbyville Rd., 3277707. This Arizona-based, Chinese-themed restaurant offers a loud, happy scene with Chinese-style dishes. To its credit, everything is prepared well and service is consistently fine. $$$ L D pf

NEIGHBORHOOD SERVICES 400 S. Second St., (Omni Hotel), 313-6664. This casual eating option in the Omni hotel serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner and offers relaxed indoor and outdoor dining. Enter from the hotel or street. $$$ B L D pf

ANOOSH BISTRO 4864 Brownsboro Rd., 690-6585. Anoosh Shariat’s elegant Brownsboro Center space has an eclectic lunch and dinner menu that includes trout provençal, coconut curry tofu, grilled romaine salad, and house-made pastas and risottos. $$ L D p

BOURBONS BISTRO 2255 Frankfort Ave., 894-8838. Located in a historic Clifton building, Bourbons Bistro has become one of the prime bourbon bars in the America, with its stock of more than 130 bourbons, including a barrel selection program. It was this almost two-decade devotion to bourbon that has earned Bourbons Bistro “Bar of the Year” in 2022 by Whisky Magazine . Chef Jereme McFarland’s bourboninspired, seasonally-influenced menu recently has featured spicy fried oysters, Prince Edward Island mussels and a charcuterie board as appetizers. Entrées include shrimp and grits, and a bourbon chop. Dessert choices include, of course, bourbon bread pudding. $$$ D pf

HOLY GRALE 1034 Bardstown Rd., 857-7457. There are a lot of places to quaff craft beers in town, but Holy Grale’s frequently changing draft selection is among the most esoteric. Couple that with the seasonally adapted menu of small plates and the oddity of being housed in a renovated church and you have a unique dining and drinking experience. $$ L D

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SOMEWHERE LOUISVILLE 1135 Bardstown Rd., 552-6942. Now you can dine and have some cocktails, and then slide right next door to Nowhere for late-night fun and games. The Southern-inspired menu includes beer cheese and pretzels,

WILTSHIRE ON MARKET 636 E. Market St., 589-5224. Veteran Chef Eric Morris, has taken over the Executive Chef reins upon the long-awaited reopening of this NuLu restaurant. The finely crafted small plates menu changes weekly to showcase the best seasonal ingredients. Start with the weekly charcuterie board or cheese plate, followed by a seasonal flatbread or salad, and perhaps a pasta dish. Open Thur.-Sun. only. Reservations suggested. $$ D pf

SWAY 320 W. Jefferson St. (Hyatt Regency), 581-1234. The handsome dining room on the entry level of the hotel has a bar that opens to Fourth Street in good weather and a menu based on the “Southern Way,” from whence comes the name Sway. The fried chicken, cooked to order, quickly became a signature dish. $$$$ D pf

BRIX WINE BAR 12418 La Grange Rd., 243-1120. The use of an obscure wine term (it’s pronounced “bricks” and refers to the sugar content of ripe grapes at harvest) hints that the proprietors of this wine bar know their vino. Interesting wines and a short bistro-style menu make it a welcome suburban alternative. $$ D p

DITTO’S GRILL 1114 Bardstown Rd., 581-9129. This informal Highlands space masks the work of classically trained ownerchefs Dominic Serratore and Frank Yang. Don’t overlook Serratore’s “gourmet casual” menu of New England crab cakes, fanciful salads and Sunday brunch egg dishes. $$ L D pf

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HAMMERHEADS 921 Swan St., 365-1112. Hammerheads, one of the hippest of Germantown’s restaurants, run by owners Adam Burress and Chase Murcino, serve BBQ beef brisket, pork and lamb ribs, roasted duck sandwiches and soft shell crab tacos. $ Dpf

SIDEBAR AT WHISKEY ROW 129 N. Second St., 630-2012. On the west side of Whiskey Row, above Troll Pub under the Bridge, Sidebar focuses on burgers, Bourbon and beer, a potentially boffo combo for those going to or coming from the Yum! Center across the street. The emphasis is on craft cocktails served alongside a short but bold selection of sandwiches, appetizers and desserts. $$ L D p

PHANTOM CAFE MODERN EATERY 1813 Frankfort Ave., 442-9878. Phantom Cafe offers a menu of soups, salads and specialty sandwiches and wraps. It also offers all-day brunch from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays. $$ Br L D f

LOU LOU FOOD + DRINK 106 Sears Ave, 893-7776. Jared Matthews, who also operates Equus and Jack’s Lounge, continues the Café Lou Lou tradition of Nawlins-style Cajun food, but Chef Christian Garay has added other casual fare including pizza, pastas and calzones. $$ Br L D p

MERLE’S WHISKEY KITCHEN 122 W. Main St., 290-8888. Tony Palombino’s popular Whiskey Row food and music spot across from the KFC Yum! Center offers live music on a regular basis and a menu that emphasizes tacos and Southern fried chicken. Sides offered include sweet potato casserole, long-cooked green beans and a candied bacon appetizer. 100 bourbons are currently on offer, including handpicked private barrels from Buffalo Trace, Maker’s Mark, Wild Turkey and others. $ L D pf

NOOSH NOSH 4816 Brownsboro Ctr., 205-2888. Anoosh Shariat’s family-style eatery is close by his upscale Bistro in Brownsboro Center. Here, a rustic stone oven in an open kitchen offers “homey, comfort food.” Chef Peng Looi, of Asiatique and August Moon, cooks three nights a week. $$$ B Br L D pf

VARANESE 2106 Frankfort Ave., 899-9904. Chef John Varanese’s signature restaurant (he has River House and Levee too) has a slate-backed interior waterfall and a folding front wall that opens in good weather. The lively, international seasonal menu is buttressed by frequent special wine, whiskey or beer dinners. Live jazz, contemporary art and urban style complete the mood. $$$ D pf

Eiderdown’s renowned duck fat popcorn is back. Hungrier visitors might consider lamb tartare, pork schnitzel or quail a l’orange. The eclectic menu is primarily a la carte, stressing shared plates. $$$ D p

UPTOWN CAFÉ 1624 Bardstown Rd., 405-8898. The iconic Highlands restaurant re-opens under new ownership, with an updated kitchen and a renovated interior, but with many of the former kitchen crew and staff (including Chef Matt Weber), with a menu re-creating many fan favorites, and some new additions.

Chestnut that had for decades been Pesto’s. Salads and sandwiches, fried corn on the cob, and daily specials like crab legs, lamb chops, and ribeye with loaded potatoes and greens. $$ Br L D

THE PINE ROOM 6325 River Rd., 528-4422. Augusta Holland is behind the modern incarnation of this classic Prospect restaurant, in the space that most recently was Cast Iron Steakhouse. Start with, perhaps, the chicken liver lettuce wraps, or sweet potato falafel. Then go for the blackened pork chop or the grain bowl. The buttermilk fried chicken is a dining favorite. $$$ Br D pf

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THE HUB LOUISVILLE 2235 Frankfort Ave., 777-1505. Clifton has taken to this sprawling modern restaurant, cocktail bar and adult rec center with gusto. The Southerninspired small plates menu and its specials board of rotating entrees pleases multiple tastes. The bar boasts a big rum and tequila selection, with alcoholic floats a specialty. The lively patio is packed in good weather. $$ D pf

BRENDON’S CATCH 23 505 S. Fourth St. (Embassy Suites), 909-3323. This downtown upscale seafood restaurant’s fish menu depends on what has come in fresh that day. The 2 and 3 tier seafood towers are a fun shared appetizer for a group. Other choices include lobster mac ’n’ cheese, cornmealcrusted salmon, and wild-caught grouper and sea bass. There is a substantial steak selection as well. $$$ D p

CADILLACS CHICKEN AND FISH 7105 Fegenbush Ln., 287-3437. This family-operated food truck has found a permanent space, where you can find catfish, codfish plates, chicken tenders and fish tacos, with simple sides of fries, coleslaw, baked beans, mac and cheese, onion rings and hushpuppies.

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THE SILVER DOLLAR 1761 Frankfort Ave., 259-9540. In this Clifton honky tonk bar and restaurant, the music, all on vinyl, is the “Bakersfield sound” — a fusion of Mexicali and American roots music. The southern country-style menu with sophisticated nuances has happy fans crowding in mosty nights. Choose from more than 80 Kentucky Bourbons, ryes, tequila and mescal, but no “foreign whiskey” like Scotch. $$ Br L D pf

BONEFISH GRILL 657 S. Hurstbourne Pkwy., 412-4666. This franchise concept from the Florida-based Outback Steakhouse chain offers impressive seafood in a comfortable setting. Add Bonefish to your short list of suburban chain eateries that do the job right. $$$ D p

smoked wings, buttermilk fried chicken and 3 varieties of flatbreads. $$ D pf

THE CHAMPAGNERY AT ARCHITYPE GALLERY 1764 Frankfort Ave., 896-8050. This Clifton business hosts art shows and now also has a full bar with a focus on more than 120 Champagnes and sparkling wines plus a menu of light bites – oysters, caviar, charcuterie, cheeses, fruit and desserts. $$$ D p

VILLAGE ANCHOR PUB & ROOST 11507 Park Rd., 7081850. In the heart of Anchorage is this two-level Euro-village inspired concept. On the upper level, a French bistro with an outdoor terrace. Downstairs at The Sea Hag the ambience is a British pub. The hearty upscale comfort food-style menu is served lunch and dinner with weekend brunch. A short, well-selected wine list and ambitious beer list with more than 50 craft and import choices accompany 55 Bourbons to boot. $$$ Br L D pf

WILTSHIRE AT THE SPEED 2035 S. Third St., 634-2976. This sunny, elegant café at the Speed Museum is currently open only on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The oftenchanging seasonal menu currently offers salmon and dill chowder, a breakfast croissant, and a vegetable frittata. $$ B Br L pf

THE FAT LAMB 2011 Grinstead Dr., 409-7499. The first of Chef/owner Dallas McGarity’s dining properties, this comfortable, classy Highlands bistro serves lunch and dinner, focusing on small plates such as onion and chive hushpuppies, lamb meatballs, curry-seared salmon, tandoori-seared scallops and ricotta ghnocchi with truffled mushroom cream. $$ L D pf

RED LOBSTER 4639 Outer Loop, 964-9647, 986 Breckenridge Ln., 899-3334, 951 E. Lewis and Clark Pkwy.,

SHARK’S SEAFOOD 3099 Breckenridge Ln., 450-5775.

BRAZEIROS CHURRASCARIA 450 S. Fourth St. (Fourth Street Live) 290-8220. This Knoxville-based company’s first satellite location has been a downtown hit. A churrascaria works like this: You choose drinks, visit the salad bar and await visits from “gaucho chefs” who bring yard-long skewers of grilled meats (beef, lamb, sausage) to your table for slicing — as much as you wish — along with side dishes. $$$$ L D pf

CATTLEMAN’S ROADHOUSE 2001 S. Hurstbourne Pkwy., 384-7623, 139 Historical Trail, 543-3574, 3500 St. Joseph Rd., New Albany, 725-7166. These local outlets of the small regional chain offer mid-priced beef choices and starters such as fried pickle chips and jalapeño poppers, grilled chicken, salmon, and plenty of sandwiches. $$$ L D pf

THE FISH HOUSE 1310 Winter Ave., 568-2993. Louisville is as overflowing as a well-stocked lake with fish-sandwich houses, and The Fish House is right up there with the best. Crisp breading laced with black pepper is the signature of Green River fried fish from Western Kentucky. And on weekends the space morphs into Café Beignet, serving hearty breakfasts and New Orleans-style beignets. $ Br L D pf

MIKE LINNIG’S 9308 Cane Run Rd., 937-9888. This popular riverside restaurant has been dishing up tasty fried fish and seafood at family prices since 1925. There’s indoor seating and a bar, but the picnic grove with its giant shade trees makes Linnig’s a special place in season. Out of season — Nov. to Jan. — the family shutters the place and takes a nice vacation. $ L D f

JACK BINION’S STEAKHOUSE Caesar’s Southern Indiana, Elizabeth IN, 866-676-7463. After you hit it big at the tables, Binion’s has everything a high roller craves. Start with oysters Rockefeller or shrimp cocktail, French onion soup or crab bisque. Then, choose Chilean sea bass, lobster tail, rack of lamb or a choice of prime steak, including Wagyu tenderloin. $$$$ D p

PIER 17 CAJUN SEAFOOD 1975 S. Hurstbourne Pkwy., 4099857, 5362 Dixie Hwy., 963-5120. Pier 17 introduced Louisville to the Vietnamese-Cajun fusion concept of Asianspiced seafood boils (which originated on the TexasLouisiana coast). Now this variation on the seafood boil has opened a second location in Pleasure Ridge Park. $$$ L D pf

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RUMORS RESTAURANT & RAW BAR 12339 Shelbyville Rd., 245-0366. Visualize Hooter’s without the scantily-clad waitresses, and you’ve drawn a bead on Rumor’s, the original Louisville home of the bucket-of-oysters and impressive raw bar. $$ L D pf

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JOE’S CRAB SHACK 131 River Rd., 568-1171. The setting on the edge of Riverfront Park is bright, noisy and fun, with a wraparound deck providing a panoramic river view. $$ L D pf

HILL STREET FISH FRY 111 E. Hill St., 636-3474. This Old Louisville tradition is small and easy to miss, but it’s worth the effort to find. Its oversized fried whitefish sandwich is the flagship dish, but a varied menu is also available. $ L D f

ROCKEY’S CLARKSVILLE SEAFOOD 916 Eastern Blvd., 812-590-2427. Clarksville IN. The former Clarksville Seafood building has new life. Does the return of fried fish, shrimp and oysters — and the alluring scent of the frying — bring back nostalgia for a seemingly lost time? Veteran seafood restauranteur Hubert Rockey scrubbed down the old building, renovated the interior, brightened everything up, and is frying the same seafood, in the same way, and with the same menu as the old Clarksville Seafood. Clarksville is happy again. $$ L D

SAM'S SEAFOOD & GRILL 4918 Poplar Level Rd., 9666940. The choices here include jack salmon, frog legs, grouper and red snapper, as well as catfish, tilapia and shrimp. The fish-averse can fill up on chicken wings or gizzards or a range of meat-filled sandwiches. $$ L D

and crab legs brought up from the Gulf Coast, prepared with Cajun spices, and served simply and relatively cheaply. $$ L D f

THA DRIPPIN CRAB 1219 W. Jefferson St. (Village at West Jefferson), 749-6005. Superchef Darnell Ferguson offers a range of sauces for his seafood dishes that will be different from the standard “boil-in-the-bag” offerings of other Cajun/Creole seafoods places. On the menu: seafood lasagna, seafood birria tacos and lobster rolls. $$$ L D p

CATFISH HAVEN PAY LAKE & RESTAURANT 7208 Whipple Rd., 937-7658. If you like to fish, or if you like to eat fish, you’ll likely enjoy Catfish Haven, a simple, downhome eatery in Southwestern Jefferson County. Seafood is the specialty. Fishermen will enjoy their pay-to-fish lake. $$ L D f

CUNNINGHAM’S CREEKSIDE 6301 Upper River Rd., 2283625. One of the longest-lived restaurants in the city, Cunningham’s has had several incarnations since 1870, and now pulls in old timers and new fans at its Harrod’s Creek location. There you can find fine fish sandwiches and pub grub, and absorb some of the nostalgia associated with this long-time favorite. $ Br L D pf

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STORMING CRAB 1360 Veterans Pkwy., Clarksville IN, 5903773, 4801 Outer Loop, 999-9998. Here you can get market price seafood boils in several spice levels and flavors (crab house Cajun, garlic butter and plain) to take home or dump on paper-covered tables to eat as they should be eaten. Other Cajun dishes too, like gumbo and crawfish etouffé. $$$ L D

Clarksville IN, 812-285-0444. Consistent quality and moderate prices have maintained this seafood chain’s popularity in the casual dining category since its founding more than fifty years ago. Periodic promotions please repeat customers and draw new folks into the fold. $$$ L D pf

Several types of crunchy-breaded fried fish - white fish, shrimp, catfish, salmon - to choose from, as well as wings and side dishes like fried mushrooms and fried okra. $ L D

KINGFISH RESTAURANT 3021 Upper River Rd., 895-0544, 601 W. Riverside Dr., Jeffersonville IN, 284-3474. Fried fish in a family dining setting has made Kingfish a popular favorite for many years. Aficionados of rolled oysters and frog legs can find both here, as well as a large selection of fried and broiled seafood, as dinners and sandwiches. Both locations boast river views. $$ L D pf

BROOKLYN & THE BUTCHER 148 E. Market St., New Albany IN. 590-2646. Ian Hall of The Exchange Pub + Kitchen opened this steakhouse in a renovated historic hotel with lots of cool touches: black and white tiles on floor and walls, an open kitchen and a vintage bar counter from an old local Woolworth’s store. The bar program emphasizes bourbon, Scotch and craft beers. The menu includes fresh seafood, small plates and lots of beef — New York strip, bone-in ribeye, flat iron steaks — all as locally sourced as possible. $$$ D pf

MITCHELL’S FISH MARKET 4031 Summit Plaza Dr., 4121818. The decor of this upscale eatery evokes the feeling of a large fish market, with an open kitchen that offers views of chefs at work. Quality seafood and service have made Mitchell’s a popular destination. $$$ L D pf

THREE BROTHERS 2001 Seventh Street Rd., 409-7447. The menu of this Algonquin neighborhood fish house includes Chicago-style fried perch, cod, salmon and catfish, the best seller. $ L D

DEL FRISCO’S 101 Whittington Pkwy., 897-7077. Over a year after having its roof collapse, this long-time St. Matthews steakhouse has resumed operation at the former location of Z's Oyster Bar & Steakhouse. The high-end menu offers steaks, a variety of surf ’n’ turf selections, seafood and, of course, its famous spinach dish, green phunque. $$$$ D p f

THE FISHERY 3624 Lexington Rd., 895-1188. This fried-fish eatery has been popular in the St. Matthews neighborhood since 1983. The Fishery remains justly popular for its quick, sizzling hot and affordable fish and seafood meals. $ L D f

HUNGRY PELICAN 5412 Bardstown Rd., 239-7145. The sole remaining representative of a quite popular chain still keeps up the tradition. The cooks and servers are old-timers who understand the intricacies of getting perfectly fried seafood to customers in timely fashion. Generously-filled rolled oysters, too. $$ L D pf

PASSTIME FISH HOUSE 10801 Locust Rd., 267-4633. If you are looking for an honest fish sandwich and a cold beer, with no frills, this Jeffersontown tavern is just the ticket. Belly up, place your order, and be sure to have cash — no credit cards accepted here. $$ L D f

HING WANG CAJUN SEAFOOD & SUSHI 2116 E. Spring St., New Albany IN, 812-924-7388. The phenomenon of the Vietnamese/Cajun seafood boil finally has come to New Albany with this brand extension of the venerable Hing Wang Chinese Restaurant (located directly across the street). Combo boils include options like crab (three varieties), lobster, crawfish and clams, and there’s an added bonus of a broad selection of sushi and sashimi. $$ L D p

HOOKED ON FRANKFORT 3202 Frankfort Ave., 690-9835. The owners of Frankfort Ave Beer Depot operate this fish house two doors away. The menu features fried fish sandwiches, fish tacos, baskets of shrimp or oysters or frog legs. Clam/conch chowder and seafood gumbo, too, or mac and cheese and grilled cheese sandwiches for those who can’t do fish. $$ L D p

BOB'S STEAK & CHOP HOUSE 400 S. Second St., (Omni Hotel), 313-6664. The signature restaurant located off the lobby in the Omni Hotel offers refined service and a decor focused on American thoroughbred racing. A steak menu offers seven prime selections, from ribeye to filet to 28-oz. porterhouse. Seafood, too (crab cakes, scampi, lobster tails), and sumptuous desserts. $$$$ D p

LEGEND CRAB SEAFOOD HOUSE 3020 Bardstown Rd., 939-9888. Located in the former Buckhead’s space in the Gardner Ln. shopping center, legends offers seafood boils and fried seafood, with sides of corn, coleslaw, fries or sausages. $$$ D p f

JEFF RUBY’S STEAKHOUSE 325 W. Main St., 584-0102. This Cincinnati restaurateur has made an impact in Louisville with his outstanding steaks, glittery bar, urban vibe and topnotch service. The rooms have Churchill Downs themes. The steaks take the rail with seafood and sushi coming up fast on the outside. $$$$ L D p

CAST IRON STEAKHOUSE 1207 E. Market St., Jeffersonville IN, 590-2298. Buck’s owner Curtis Rader also operates this riverside eatery where the kitchen cooks steaks and sides in cast iron pans at moderate prices. The ambience is upscale with “no peanuts on the floor, antlers on the wall or country music,” Rader promises. $$$ D pf

Captain’s Quarters Rd., 228-1651. One of the city’s most attractive eateries for atmosphere, Captain’s Quarters matches the beautiful setting with quality bistro-style fare that won’t disappoint. Summer or winter, it’s a delightful place to dine. $$ Br L D pf

SINCLAIR SMOKED SALMON 2208 Dundee Rd., 548-1203. You can find just verlasso salmon here, in various sizes of fillets, hot smoked over hickory, using a process developed by a hobbyist turned weekend seafood entrepreneur. Order ahead and takeaway only. $$$$

VILLE CHICKEN AND SEAFOOD 4322 Poplar Level Rd., 919-8994. The name certainly reveals the focus of this wellkept little neighborhood spot that has re-worked an old Arby’s building. There are crawfish and crab legs, too, corn on the cob and very commendable real Southern sweet tea. $$ L D

SEAFOOD LADY 3207 Fern Valley Rd., 907-5251, 601 E. Jefferson St., 907-5251. The lure here is fresh fish, shrimp

DOC'S BOURBON ROOM 129 W. Main St., 742-2449. Doc Crow’s has taken over the space next door to create what they say is “the nation's biggest whiskey bar.” It carries thousands of Bourbons and other whiskeys, served as flights, tastes, pours and cocktails. Menu items include beef tartare, lamb flatbread, fingerling poutine and fresh-baked pretzels. A coffee bar is open early in the morning. $$$ D p

MORTON’S 626 W. Main St., 584-0421. This below-ground temple to the red meat gods is elegant and masculine, full of wood paneling, brass rails and leather booths. Louisville reveres its home-grown restaurants but has welcomed this Chicago-based chain with open mouths. $$$$ D p

BUFFALO WILD WINGS 4600 Shelbyville Rd., 899-7732, 9134 Taylorsville Rd., 499-2356, 10206 Westport Rd., 3949596, 12901 Shelbyville Rd., 254-9464, 1112 Veterans Pkwy., Clarksville IN, 283-9464, 4917 Outer Loop, 9645803. As much a sports bar as a restaurant, this national franchise chain offers tasty snack-type fare, including the chain’s trademark Buffalo chicken wings. $$ L D pf

CHICKEN SALAD CHICK 12009 Shelbyville Rd., 842-4341, 1520 Veterans Pky., Jeffersonville IN, 504-2360. The name says it all: here you can find a baker’s dozen styles of chicken salad, as a scoop or a sandwich, plus pimento cheese sandwiches, soups and salads. $$ L D f

and carrot cake with bourbon caramel icing. Try the House Punch or choose from over 100 bourbons, including a reserve list. $$$ L D pf

HAUCK'S CORNER 1000 Goss Ave., 384-9374. Hauck’s Handy Store, a humble corner grocery, closed in 2019 after 107 years as a Schnitzelburg neighborhood icon. The late George Hauck is revered locally for reviving the tradition of Dainty, an immigrant German street game. Hauck’s Corner has now reopened with a bar and restaurant in the comprehensively remodeled building, with voluminous outdoor seating. Chef Allan Rosenberg developed the new menu —which proudly proclaims the return of the famous Hauck’s bologna sandwich. $$ L D pf

STONEY RIVER LEGENDARY STEAK 3900 Summit Plaza Dr., 429-8944. Stoney River in the Springhurst shopping center is one of the chain’s first properties outside its Georgia home. It draws big crowds with its memorable steaks and trimmings, with extra points for friendly service and a comfortable atmosphere. $$$$ Br D p

RUTH’S CHRIS STEAKHOUSE 6100 Dutchman’s Ln., 4790026. The long-standing Louisville location of this New Orleans-based international chain is perched atop the 16floor Kaden Tower. Ruth’s Chris serves excellent steaks, chops and seafood in an atmosphere of elegance that will make you feel pampered, at a price to match. $$$$ D p

BUNZ RESTAURANT 969 1/2 Baxter Ave., 632-1132. This little Highlands made-to-order gourmet hamburger shop concocts quality burgers with a range of standard and oddball toppings. $ L D f

THE MANHATTAN PROJECT 2101 Frankfort Ave., 7498925. This upscale gastropub has expanded, with a main room now looking out on the lively Cifton streetscape. The new menu includes short rib sliders, chicken and waffles and four kinds of fries. Mac ’n’ cheese has its own menu section listing almost a dozen possible adds ons—from bacon to crab to pork cheek to grilled chicken. TMP has become popular for its brunch, tacos & trivia Tuesdays, and the original space in the rear is a great sports watching or special party venue. $$ Br L D pf

TEXAS ROADHOUSE 757 E. Lewis & Clark Pkwy. (Green Tree Mall), Clarksville IN, 280-1103, 4406 Dixie Hwy., 4480705, 3322 Outer Loop, 962-7600, 13321 Shelbyville Rd., 253-0085, 5055 Shelbyville Rd., 897-5005. The spirit of the West sets the theme for this popular steak house. Salads, vegetables and breads with hearty side dishes round out your meal options. This is family-style dining, with no tray sliding — service at your table. $$ L D p

LE MOO 2300 Lexington Rd., 458-8888. Restauranteur Kevin Grainger has created a lively and amusing space with a decor that delights in lots of steel, neon and velvet. The menu has some unusual choices: a filet “flight” of choice, prime and wagyu beef; sliced loaded baked potato; drunk-cut fries; chicken and waffles; and drinks like the Moohatan or the Le Mule. The Sunday drag brunches have become a thing. $$ Br L D pf

OUTBACK STEAK HOUSE 6520 Signature Dr., 964-8383, 9498 Brownsboro Rd., 426-4329, 8101 Bardstown Rd., 2312399, 1420 Park Place, Clarksville IN, 283-4329. The name suggests Australia, and so does the shtick at this popular national chain, but the food is pretty much familiar American, and the fare goes beyond just steak to take in chicken, seafood and pasta. $$$ D p

GALAXIE 732 E. Market St., 690-6595. The guys behind RYE just down the street now have the Green Building space for a bar dedicated to moderately priced drinks ($7 cocktails are what they are shooting for) and a bar menu of “internationalinspired street food,” which was described as “easy to take with you,” so you can nosh as you imbibe. $$ L D pf

H. M. FRANK'S AN O'SHEA'S PUBLIC HOUSE 355 Spring St., Jeffersonville IN, 913-1174. Upon gutting the interior and re-building the facade of this 1880’s-era building, the original identity of H.M. Frank’s Dry Goods store was uncovered, a discovery that has given this O’Shea’s outpost its name. The bar is made from repurposed barn wood, there’s an event space upstairs, and upscale bar food is created by Chef John Knightly. $$ L D pf

DOWN ONE BOURBON BAR & RESTAURANT 321 W. Main St., 566-3258. Situated down one flight below street level, this cool, shaded watering hole stocks 150-plus Bourbons, local craft beer and serves wines by the glass. Well-priced bar food like biscuit sandwiches, tacos and Frito Pie make for a quick, satisfying lunch. Bluegrass music several times a week too. $$ L D pf

BURGERIM 3733 Lexington Rd., 901-1101. This fast-growing California-based chain offers burgers made with beef, salmon, lamb, chicken and falafel. Chicken wings and milkshakes too. $$ L D f

STEAK & BOURBON 1321 Herr Ln., 708-2196. Ole Restaurant Group has branched out with this affordablypriced premium steakhouse. In addition to the signature 24 oz. cowboy cut Angus ribeye (aged a minimum of 30 days) the menu offers pan-roasted chicken, grilled Verlasso salmon, steak & cheese hand pies, Maryland-style crab cakes

CORNER 102 W. Main St., 583-1888. Corner is the bar and restaurant attached to the chic, contemporary Aloft Hotel downtown. The emphasis here is on the bar, with a wine and cocktail menu longer and more creative than the food side. Still, there are solid bar munchies, from dips and deviled eggs to sandwiches, salads and tacos. $$ B D pf

LONGHORN STEAKHOUSE 2535 Hurstbourne Gem Ln., 671-5350, 9700 Von Allmen Ct., 326-7500, 1210 Veterans Pkwy., Clarksville IN, 284-5800, 4813 Outer Loop, 9699790. Oversize steaks and a “big sky” western theme are the draw at this chain eatery, although most of its properties are east of the Mississippi. $$ L D p

THE CHICKEN HOUSE 7180 Hwy. 111, Sellersburg IN, 2469485. The parking lot of this white frame building in rural Indiana is packed on weekend nights as families from throughout the area wait on delectable fried chicken. This is the very heart of American comfort food, including green beans, dumplings, and mashed potatoes. $$ L D

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MATT WINN STEAKHOUSE 700 Central Ave. (Churchill Downs) 636-4888. This premier steak house restaurant at Churchill Downs is a stunning and extensive dining space, with exquisite food and a memorable view over the landmark track and infield. The restaurant, named for Matt Winn, one of the most influential figures in thoroughbred racing, the restaurant is open all year, not just during racing meets, serving crab cakes and kung pho calamari, charcuterie boards, selections from the raw bar, and entrées of prime beef with a choice of sauces, rack of lamb and seafood. $$$$ D pf

LOGAN’S ROADHOUSE 970 E. Lewis & Clark Pkwy., Clarksville IN, 288-9789, 1540 Alliant Ave., 266-6009., 5229 Dixie Hwy., 448-0577. With more than 100 properties in 17 states, this Nashville-based chain parlays peanut shells on the floor and steaks on the table into a popular formula. $$ L D p

CLUCKERS WINGS 4308 Charlestown Rd., New Albany IN, 944-8100, 100 W. Riverside Dr., Jeffersonville IN, 590-3662. At this growing chain, you can get your wings doused in an array of sauces, from honey barbecue to spicy garlic barbecue to sweet Thai chili to inferno — a habanero-based sauce that has a legit name. Also breaded and grilled tenders, chicken sandwiches, appetizers and salads. $ L D pf

EXCHANGE PUB + KITCHEN 118 W. Main St., New Albany IN, 948-6501. Owner Ian Hall has made his gastropub in a sumptuously renovated historic building such a fun place to sit and sample the eclectic bistro-style menu that he has had to expand his dining room and patio. Wash things down with something from its substantial beer, wine and cocktails list that even includes house-made ginger ale. $$ L D pf

80/20 @ KAELIN’S 1801 Newburg Rd., 200-8020. The original Kaelin’s, with its dubious history of inventing the cheeseburger, underwent several incarnations before current owners Bill DuBourg and Matt Staggs revived its nostalgic charm. There’s an indoor/outdoor rectangular bar, a fenced-in wrap-around patio and an adjacent malt shop and ice cream parlor. The restaurant menu features burgers, of course, as well as salads, sandwiches and dinner entrées.$$ L D pf

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FOUR PEGS BEER LOUNGE 1053 Goss Ave., 634-1447. Twelve craft beers on tap and a 30 bottle beer list bring in the fans, who also appreciate the award-winning veggie burger and other well-priced pub grub such as a chicken and waffle sandwich and an estimable burger with fried green tomatoes and beer sauce. $ D f

CHICKEN KING 639 E. Broadway, 589-5464. Spicy, crunchy and sizzling hot fried chicken is the primary draw on a short, affordable menu. $ L D

MALONE'S 4370 Summit Plaza Dr., 618-0702. This Lexingtonbased restaurant serves lunch and dinner. Menu choices include various cuts of prime steaks, fish and seafood, including sushi, and house favorites, such as bottomless salad and bread. $$$ L D p f

PAT’S STEAK HOUSE 2437 Brownsboro Rd., 896-9234. A local favorite for more than 60 years and as traditional as a steakhouse gets. Pat Francis, like his father before him, cuts the meats himself. Its combination of quality beef and hospitality rank it among the best steakhouses in town. $$$$ D pf

REPEAL OAK-FIRED STEAKHOUSE 101 W. Main St. (Hotel Distil), 716-7372. The main restaurant at the new Hotel Distil on Whiskey Row fires the steaks over used bourbon barrel staves. If steak isn’t your dish, check out the sole meunière, the truffled spaghetti, the well-stocked raw bar, or grab a blue crab omelet at lunch. As you might expect, the spirits list is deep. $$$$ B Br L D p

GRALEHAUS 1001 Baxter Ave., 857-7457. Gralehaus has fully reopened its cafe for coffee, breakfast and lunch and a new concept, Grale Goods, will open next door to Holy Grale in early 2022, selling beer and other foodstuffs. The new concept, Gralehaus and Holy Grale are collectively known as "The Grales.” $$ B L f

WORLD OF BEER 9850 Von Allmen Ct., 690-4280. This Florida-based chain serves a wide variety of craft beers and sports a tavern menu that is a few notches above the usual bar food: wings and sandwiches, sure, but also chimichurri meatballs, ahi tuna poke and chipotle BBQ chicken flatbread. Its giant pretzel and beer cheese is a great shared nibbler. $$ L D pf

INDI’S RESTAURANT 1033 W. Broadway, 589-7985, 3820 W. Market St., 778-9099, 2901 Fern Valley Rd., 969-7993, 5009 S. Third St., 363-2535, 2970 Tenth St., Jeffersonville IN, 288-8980, 4590 Dixie Hwy., 447-4856, 4419 Cane Run Rd., 448-1109, 4901 Poplar Level Rd., 969-5352. Grown from a tiny West End takeout spot to a mini-chain, Indi’s vends a variety of affordable soul food and barbecue specialties to take out or eat in. $ L D

DIXIE CHICKEN 1785 W. Oak St., 690-2748, 3947 Dixie Hwy., 448-2102. A growing fried chicken spot that serves up honest fried chicken and good, standard sides at reasonable prices. $$ L D

DADDY RICH’S 617 W. Oak St., 290-9110. The kitchen incubator Chef Space gave birth to this new Old Louisville soul food spot. Owner Rodrick Martin named it after his late grandfather, who inspired him. The limited cooked to order menu includes chicken wraps, mini-waffles and ten wing flavors.

OSKAR'S SLIDER BAR 3799 Poplar Level Rd., 395-9010. Jesse and Liz Huot (Grind Burger Kitchen) expand on their burger concept with a new slider bar. Oskar’s (the name inspired by the Huots’ son, Oskar) offers over a dozen slider choices – chicken, fried fish and pork belly in addition to the expected ground beef mini-burgers. Fries and salads, too. $$

FIVE GUYS BURGERS & FRIES 2221 State Street, New Albany IN, 944-9958, 4116 Summit Plaza Dr., 426-1702, 4226 Shelbyville Rd., 891-8848, 4917 Outer Loop, 8223702, 13303 Shelbyville Rd., 244-1027. Based in Virginia, this burger chain invokes the early days of fast food with freshly-grilled burgers, big smoky kosher dogs, enough condiments to satisfy any craving, fresh-cut fries and a cheery rock’n’roll sensibility. $ L D

RAISING CANE’S 10490 Westport Rd., 425-4040, 6811 Bardstown Rd., 654-7737, 5212 Dixie Hwy., 742-9035, 1250 Bardstown Rd., 822-1188, 1905 S. Hurstbourne Pkwy., 409-9441. A national chain with a single core product — chicken fingers. Six locations in town now, all offering simple and straightforward fried chicken finger combos and sandwiches with slaw and fries on the side. $ L D f

STEAK ‘N SHAKE 4545 Outer Loop, 966-3109, 980 E. Lewis & Clark Pkwy., Clarksville IN., 285-1154. One of the oldest fast-food chains in the U.S., Steak ‘n Shake traces its ancestry to an Illinois roadside stand in 1934. It now boasts 400 outlets in 19 states but still sticks to the basics: quality steak burgers and hand-dipped shakes served, if you dine in, on real china. $ B L D

ALLEY CAT CAFÉ 11804 Shelbyville Rd., 245-6544. This suburban Alley Cat is a cozy and bright little place, and the lunch-only menu is affordable and appealing. $ L f

ANGIE’S CAFE 2781 Jefferson Centre Way, Jeffersonville IN, 920-0831. Angie’s cooks up a solid breakfast menu – eggs, omelets, breakfast sandwiches, pancakes – and creates hearty hot and cold sandwiches for lunch, at pleasantly retro prices.

WEEK-END BURGERS 5600 National Tpke., 994-8215. Another food truck business has gone off the wheels. WeekEnd Burgers boast their “burgers are the way burgers used to be made years, years ago, good, tasty & messy).” Philly sandwiches, too, and sides and desserts. $ L D f

RED ROBIN GOURMET BURGERS 9870 Von Allmen Ct., 339-8616, 5000 Shelbyville Rd., 899-9001, 1354 Veterans Pkwy., Clarksville IN, 948-9895. This Seattle-based chain serves up its well-regarded “gourmet burgers” and trimmings in two East End locations and S. Indiana. Despite a full bar, it reportedly attracts hordes of happy youngsters. $$ L D pf

MUSSEL & BURGER BAR 9200 Taylorsville Rd., 384-4834, 113 S. Seventh St., 749-6451. The unusual combination in the name sparks immediate interest; the consistently excellent offerings of both shellfish and meat patties keeps satisfied customers coming back. Choose from six different sauces for the mussels, and 12 clever twists on burgers. The downtown venue has an expanded menu and a handsome outdoor courtyard. L D pf

ROYALS HOT CHICKEN 736 E. Market St., 919-7068, 10310 Shelbyville Rd., 242-7200. Ryan Rogers first pressure-fries his chicken, then, in the Nashville style, blankets it with a paste of oil and spices delivering mild to “Gonzo” heat. If you’re not in the mood for bird, salads and even Southernfried tofu are on the menu. $$L D f

WHISKEY DRY 412 S. Fourth St. (Fourth Street Live!) 7497933. Ed Lee expands his local empire to Fourth Street Live! with this casual burger and whiskey bar. The menu features a suggested whiskey pairing for each burger from among the 200 whiskeys from America, Ireland, Japan and elsewhere.

THE WING ZONE 905 Hess Ln., 636-2445, 3038 Hunsinger Ln., 618-0106. Wing Zone, with locations scattered across the eastern U.S., excels with jumbo wings in 25 flavors, including traditional Buffalo-style wings that range from Tame to Nuclear Habanero. Burgers, fried shrimp and sides as well. $ L D f

FAMILY TIES 1030 Cecil Ave., 907-6548. This West End convenience store also has a vibrant carryout business offering a family-friendly menu of burgers, wings, rib tips, hot dogs and brats. $ B L D

KING’S FRIED CHICKEN 1302 Dixie Hwy., 776-3013 $ L D

GRIND BURGER KITCHEN 829 E. Market St., 851-7333. Owners Liz and Jesse Huot are firmly established now in NuLu, giving them much-needed parking, as well as a full bar. In addition to their signature burgers, the Huots have a chopped chicken sandwich, an “adult” grilled cheese made with Brie and Gruyere and a couple of salad choices. $$ L D f

THE CHICKEN BOX 5905 Terry Rd., 618-0430. This Pleasure Ridge Park restaurant offers six flavors of wings, all cooked to order: buffalo, extra hot, bbq, lemon pepper, hot garlic Parmesan and lemon pepper hot. The waffle biscuit has impressed fans. $ L D f

THE CHILLBURGER 500 LaFollette Station Dr., Floyds Knobs IN, 728-8283; 1225 Veterans Pkwy., Clarksville IN, 7259157. These two Southern Indiana burger places tout freshlyground USDA Choice beef, fresh-cut fries and milk shakes and sundaes from hormone-free dairy. Chicken and fish sandwiches, too. $ L D f

GET IT ON A BUN AT BOOTY’S 822 State St., New Albany IN, 292-3800. Another successful food truck finds a permanent home. Booty’s made their name with the Booty Dog, Booty Burger and chili but the menu now ranges from jerk chicken to pulled pork on brioche to a meatloaf cupcake.$ L D

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RED TOP GOURMET HOT DOGS 1127 Logan St., 640-2032. The journey from street cart to food truck to storefront is complete. Ryan Cohee's all beef, nitrate- and preservativefree hotdogs can be found now in Shelby Park. Bison and Waygu beef choices, as well as vegan/ vegetarian-friendly dogs. Columbus-style sauerkraut balls, too. $ L D pf

HOOTERS 4120 Dutchmans Ln., 895-7100, 4948 Dixie Hwy., 449-4194, 7701 Preston Hwy., 968-1606, 700 W. Riverside Dr., Jeffersonville IN, 218-9485, 941 E. Lewis & Clark Pkwy., Clarksville IN, 284-9464. Hooter’s may draw crowds with its long-standing reputation as a party scene, but you’ll stay for the food, an appetizing selection of soups, salads, seafood and, of course, wings. $ L D pf

OLLIE’S TROLLEY 978 S. Third St., 583-5214. A little piece of fast-food history remains in Old Louisville. It’s one of the nation’s few surviving trolleys of the Louisville-based chain that spread across the nation in the ’70s. Oversize burgers with a spicy, homemade flavor are just as good as ever. $ L

DOUBLE FLAME BURGER 5408 Valley Station Rd., 4500118. At this South End spot, you can build your own flamegrilled burgers, or opt for other sandwiches – pulled pork grilled chicken, grilled cheese or fried baloney. $ L

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RAILBIRDS HOT CHICKEN 4520 Poplar Level Rd., (Derby City Gaming), 961-7600. Grab some wings or jumbo tenders at your choice of heat level or other non-spicy chicken dishes and sides like fries and slaws before you head back to the games. $ L D

ROOSTERS 7405 Preston Hwy., 964-9464, 4420 Dixie Hwy., 384-0330, 1601 Greentree Blvd., Clarksville IN, 590-3391, 10430 Shelbyville Rd., 883-1990, 5338 Bardstown Rd., 6181128, 3601 Springhurst Blvd., 708-2798. With a wide footprint in Ohio, this Columbus-based wings-and-brews chain is now spreading its franchise reach across Indiana, West Virginia and Kentucky. Its six local properties have gained popularity for a lively sports bar setting and oversize wings. $ L D pf

SIX FORKS BURGER CO. 1039 Ash St., 565-9750. This popular Germantown spot has moved to larger digs in Schnitzelburg. In addition to burgers you can find hot dogs, Polish sausage, not-your-ordinary grilled cheese and several vegetable side dishes.$ L D p

THE EAGLE 1314 Bardstown Rd., 498-8420. This small Cincinnati-based chain serving fried chicken, five-cheese macaroni, house-made biscuits and other comfort food, has established itself firmly in the Highlands restaurant row. The three-season patio is a great place to enjoy the beer list. $ L D pf

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W.W. COUSINS RESTAURANT 900 Dupont Rd. 897-9684, 4913 Dixie Hwy., 742-1583. After 30+ years of offering build-your-own burgers on substantial house-baked buns and a huge condiment bar, this popular burger place has finally opened a second location, in a revamped Steak ’n’ Shake building. $ L D

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JOELLA’S HOT CHICKEN 3400 Frankfort Ave., 895-2235, 13401 Shelbyville Rd., 254-1111, 1225 Veterans Pkwy, Clarksville IN, 913-7555. You can find Nashville-style hot chicken – medium, hot and hotter – at all three locations. House-made sides local craft beers and wine and freshsqueezed lemonade as well. $$ L D pf

WINGSTOP 4812 Dixie Hwy., 409-6000, 2007 S. Hurstbourne Pkwy., 491-7171. This Texas-based chain with 500 restaurants nationally, now reaches into Louisville. Their specialty? Wings of course, and you can get them 9 different ways. $$ L D p

DIZZY WHIZZ DRIVE-IN 217 W. St. Catherine St., 583-3828. This neighborhood eatery, an institution that goes back more than 70 years, hasn’t changed much. It opens early, stays open late and offers good value for what you’d expect. $ L D f

CULVER’S 4630 S. Hurstbourne Pkwy., 671-2001, 1555 Veterans Pkwy., Jeffersonville IN, 913-0810, 11801 Interchange Dr., 618-0838. When the signature item is called a “ButterBurger” and frozen custard tops the dessert menu, you know you’re not in for diet fare. Quality fast food and friendly service make this chain popular. $ L D f

JAGGERS RESTAURANT 6464 Dutchmans Ln., 242-9311. The Texas Roadhouse folks are trying out a new concept.

HOME RUN BURGERS & FRIES 2723 S. Hurstbourne Pkwy., 409-7004, 12949 Shelbyville Rd., 384-8403, 303 W. Cardinal Blvd., 708-1818. Burgers, dogs and fries with a baseball theme highlight these suburban spots, and more than 20 toppings offer you a fielder’s choice of options to dress your burger. $ L D f

ZAXBY’S (8 Locations) There are now 9 outlets in Louisville and Southern Indiana. The casual dining chain cutens its menu with a lot of “z’s”: zappetizers, zalads, platterz, wingz and fingerz - that sort of thing. $ L D

SMASHBURGER 9409 Shelbyville Rd., 326-4141, 312 S. Fourth St., 583-1500, 600 Terminal Dr. (Louisville Airport) 363-2526. A growing chain located mostly in the West and the South now has three Kentucky locations serving made-toorder Angus beef burgers, and is looking to open more area locations. $ L D f

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DERBY CAFÉ EXPRESS 704 Central Ave. (Kentucky Derby Museum), 637-1111. You can get both grab-and-go eats, and made-to-order breakfast and lunch items before or after your visit to the Derby Museum. At breakfast, choose from hot and cold breakfast items, fresh pastries and kolache. The lunch menu offers deli-style sandwiches, paninis, soups, salads, Derby Pie (of course) and Benedictine. There is also a full bar.

ORANGE CLOVER KITCHEN & MORE 590 Missouri Ave., Jeffersonville IN, 282-1005. Find quick breakfast and lunch items here, such as the Orange Clover muffin: poppy seed and blood orange flavors with a blood orange drizzle, as well as a cupcake version with cranberries. Two soup specials offered every day out of a recipe rotation of 75 possibilities

Lyon, the food is “homemade, down-home cooking … biscuits and gravy, homemade potato soup, chicken and dumplings, turnovers, pastries.” Nothing on the menu tops $5. $ B L

PURE BLENDZ 1001 Logan St. (Logan Street Market), 6408668. This kiosk at the Logan Street Market offers pure, unprocessed foods in the form of superfood smoothie bowls, avocado toast, kombucha, lemonade tea fogs and more. $ L D f

PURRFECT DAY CAT CAFÉ 1741 Bardstown Rd., 916-5051. One room is a wine bar with snacks and small bites provided by local bakeries. The other room, by reservation, is a Cat Room, populated by cats needing homes, provided by the Humane Society. Bring in a drink, and play and cuddle with kitties — and maybe take one home. $ B L D p

ATRIUM CAFÉ 9940 Corporate Campus Dr. (Embassy Suites), 426-9191. An eclectic bistro atmosphere in the heart of the hotel. Specials run from their popular crab cakes and array of pasta dishes to a Reuben sandwich or fruit pie. $$ B D p

Breakfast options include Goetta Hash with berbere potatoes and pickled peppers, Coconut Overnight Oats, and assorted pastries made in-house. Lunch includes salad, soup and sandwich options, as well as a Logic Burger and Bruschetta Turkey Burger. $$ B L

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CAFÉ 19816 Huber Rd., Starlight IN, 923-9813. This café in the Winery building at Huber Farm provides light lunch items such as seasonal soups, Rueben

CHEDDAR BOX CAFÉ 12121 Shelbyville Rd., 245-2622. An attractive — and busy — Middletown lunch spot where owner Michelle Bartholmew serves popular salads, sandwiches and soups, as well as hot entrées such as lasagna and Brie and cranberry-stuffed chicken. Pick up some frozen appetizers for your next cocktail party. $ L D f

CHRISTI'S CAFÉ 12810 Dixie Hwy., 937-3110. This familyoperated restaurant in Valley Station serves breakfast, lunch and dinner, all the dishes you know you want: omelets, hotcakes, wings, chili, bean soup, giant burgers, open-faced roast beef with mashed potatoes and liver and onions. $ B L

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RAMSI’S CAFÉ ON THE WORLD 1293 Bardstown Rd., 4510700, 10639 Meeting St., 357-0005. The beating bohemian heart of the Highlands (and now at a second location in Norton Commons). Ramsi Kamar brings a wonderfully eclectic spirit to the environment and to his menu, where you can find Cuban, Jamaican, Greek, and Middle Eastern dishes at moderate prices. A weekend brunch and late-night hours add to the draw. $$ L D pf

SHADY LANE CAFÉ 4806 Brownsboro Center, 893-5118. This perennially popular little East End eatery, long a go-to choice for breakfast and lunch, now provides dinner on Friday nights too. $ Br L D f

CUP OF JOY 2507 Bank St., 919-9074. This coffee shop and café, located in a former bar, is a project of Haven Ministries and run mostly by volunteers. According to founder Esther

BLUE DOG BAKERY AND CAFÉ 2868 Frankfort Ave., 8999800. Tables are always at a premium at this popular Crescent Hill breakfast and lunch spot. And its artisanal bakery continues to produce hearty European-style breads that have set a gold standard on restaurant tables and in better grocery stores around town. $$ B L D f

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CORNER CAFÉ 9307 New Lagrange Rd., 426-8119. This family-owned and operated, classier-than-the-average-strip mall place has quietly turned out delicious menus for better than 30 years. The Frederick family serves an eclectic menu (blackened tenderloin, Andouille-stuffed chicken, garlic-basil chicken pizza) and dishes like the Irish pork have won prizes at local charity contests. $$$ L D pf

RED HOG 2622 Frankfort Ave., 384-0795. Kit Garrett and Bob Hancock, owners of Blue Dog Bakery, now also have this butcher shop and café offering artisan cured meats in Crescent Hill. Pasture-raised pork, beef, bison, lamb and poultry are available. The café serves small plates and pizzas fired from their wood-burning oven. The bar offers craft cocktails and 12 beer taps. $$ L D pf

RIOT CAFE 574 S. Fourth St., 709-5654. Olivia Griffin has taken over the Craft(s) Gallery & Mercantile space adjacent to her Tiki Bar to provide a safe space for progressive conversation and refreshment. Part bodega, part cafe and bar, and part art gallery, Griffin sets aside a percentage of sales to fund a loan program for people of color to start or grow a food or beverage business. $$ B Br L

AROMA CAFÉ & BAR Caesar’s Southern Indiana, Elizabeth IN, 866-676-7463. Grab a bite before hitting the casino. Sandwiches, salads, sides, cold beverages and coffee will fuel you for a night of entertainment. $$$ B L D p

CAFFE CLASSICO 2144 Frankfort Ave., 895-0076. At first a coffee bar, but over the years the classy space at Clifton and Frankfort has matured into an elegant bistro serving an eclectic menu — salmon croquettes with wasabi aioli, empanadas, an international array of salads, panini, bocadillos and pizzas. A stylish place for lunch or supper. $$

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FLORA KITCHENETTE 1004 Barret Ave., 963-5592. Under new ownership, this breakfast and lunch spot is still allvegan, making vegan adaptations to things like scrambled” eggs” (made with mung beans), buttermilk pancakes, and various pastries. $$ B Br L f

FULL STOP FILLING STATION 1132 E. St. Catherine St., 260-8046. This former car repair shop is now a grab and go coffee shop and deli, offering locally-sourced food, coffee and a few grocery items, a limited to-go beer section and some beers on tap. Café open until 5; kitchen closes at 2 p.m. $ B L p

HOT BOX EATERY 438 W. Market St., 822-3995. Try their fresh soups, salads, sandwiches, wraps and daily specials. Menu choices include a Brie and salami wrap, Indonesian

JW CAFÉ & BAKERY 2301 Terra Crossing Blvd., 907-5248. The bakery part of this East End spot offers scones and cupcakes and other expected bakery treats. The café part has a variety of lunch items, including Korean specialties. The smoked salmon salad has won fans quickly. $ B L f

SHAHAR CAFÉ 1511 Bardstown Rd., 653-7083. Anselmo’s Italian gives way to this eclectic eatery whose owners have devised a menu of Euro-Asian entrees and snacks. The wideranging menu includes beef kabobs, Russian piroshki, samosas and poutine. Weekend entrée specials may include plov (a central Asian rice and meat dish), shashlik (similar to shish kebab), pelmeni (Russian dumplings) and borscht. $ B Br L

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EATZ 3565 Springhurst Blvd., 653-7865. This outpost of a Wilmington, NC franchise, the first of three planned for the area, houses a café, where customers can dine or collect weekly meal plans featuring health-conscious prepared meals that can be reheated at home. $$ L D

BLUE HORSE CAFÉ 830 Phillips Ln. (Crown Plaza Hotel), 367-2251. $$$ L D p

CAFÉ 360 1582 Bardstown Rd., 473-8694. Highlands diners enjoy an eclectic and international menu at this friendly corner place, with Southern fried catfish and Indian lamb biryani in immediate juxtaposition. You can get it all, dinerstyle, just about 24/7. $ B L D pf

EVERYDAY KITCHEN CAFÉ 204 S. Hancock St., 805-7346. This NuLu restaurant is the breakfast-and-lunch foil to Everyday Kitchen’s more upscale dinner dining environment.

BOOMER’S CAFÉ 722 W. Main St., 585-4356. Named after the owner’s dear, departed beagle, Boomer’s is a popular, low-key downtown deli in the heart of the museum district. Sandwiches, burger and fries, homemade chocolate cookies, and good coffee. $ L

chicken peanut satay, pork schnitzel, a turkey club wrap and a gyro — in other words, an appealingly diverse selection. $ L

J. GRAHAM’S CAFÉ & BAR 335 W. Broadway (The Brown Hotel), 583-1234. The home of the legendary “Hot Brown” sandwich, J. Graham’s offers a more casual bistro-style alternative to the upscale English Grill, with choice of menu service or buffet dining. $$ B L pf

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BORSALINO CAFÉ & DELI 3825 Bardstown Rd., 807-5325. This Buechel store is somewhere between a coffee shop, a fancy bakery and a deli. You can stop in for your morning coffee and sweet bun to go, buy a cake for dessert or take away a stuffed pita for lunch. $ B L D f

KAYROUZ CAFÉ 3801 Willis Ave., 896-2630. Tucked in among St. Matthews sidestreets is one of the best sandwich places in Louisville. The tuna salad, Portobello mushroom Reuben, fish, chicken and hamburger — all are innovative and all come with some of the best fries in town. $ L D f

CRAVE CAFÉ & CATERING 2250 Frankfort Ave., 896-1488. Experienced caterers and chefs offer casual quality café fare in this comfortable frame house in Clifton. Three variations on chicken salad are available, 8 different green salads, 8 hot sandwiches (many with cute names: The Big Dirty, The Guido). Vegetarian choices and cheesecake or cookies, too.

MORNING FORK 1722 Frankfort Ave., 830-9500. The breakfast and brunch concept from Chef/Owner Geoffrey Heyde has found firm footing in Lower Clifton. The varied menu offers well-made breakfast/brunch classics alongside dishes like short rib eggs Benedict and hot honey fried chicken and Liege waffles. Heyde’s popular sister restaurant, Fork & Barrel, has relocated here and is sharing the space with Morning Fork. Both restaurants are now at the Lower Clifton location, where all three meals will be served. $$ B Br L p f

CON HUEVOS 2339 Frankfort Ave., 384-3027, 4938 US-42, 384-3744, 400 S. Second St. (Omni Hotel), 2125 S. Hurstbourne Pkwy. This hugely popular Mexican breakfast and lunch restaurant continues to expand, adding its fourth location near the busy intersection of S. Hurstbourne Pkwy. and Taylorsville Rd. Expect huevos rancheros, chilaquiles, breakfast-style enchiladas (with eggs, of course), frijoladas, churros and molletes. Tortas and tacos at lunch as well. Expect a wait on weekends — but well worth it. $ B Br L

THE CHEDDAR BOX 3909 Chenoweth Sq., 893-2324. Since 1975 this St. Matthews tradition has delighted ladies who lunch, hungry students who munch, and just about everyone else with their sandwiches, pasta salads and tasty desserts. It caters parties with almost 50 choices of appetizers, party sandwiches, dips, cheese rings and crostini. $ L f

CHEF SHAQ’S KITCHEN 612 S. Fifth St., 614-7527. Shaquan McDonald, a two-decade food business veteran, describes his first foray into eatery ownership as “American style with a

THE TABLE 1800 Portland Ave., 708-2505. This West End non-profit, social entrepreneurship experiment serves locally-grown, fresh food and operates under a pay-whatyou-can model. Pay suggested prices if you can, or if not, contribute your time. Or donate more to “pay it forward.” The menu offers soups, salads, sandwiches and sides. $ L D

THE CAFÉ 711 Brent St., 589-9191. The transition is complete. The Café is now across the street from its original Paristown location, in a newly renovated, airy space, part of the Paristown Pointe development. The menu, with its complement of hearty breakfast and lunch dishes, remains the same. $$ B Br L D pf

VIC’S CAFÉ 1839 E. Market St., New Albany IN, 944-4338. $ L WAYCOOLD

TOP HAT CAFÉ 1300 Muhammad Ali Blvd., 583-8822. Located inside the Old Walnut Plaza, this neighborhood coffee shop and breakfast and lunch café, named after an historic West End nightclub, is a project of the Louisville Central Community Center, in its effort to connect the Russell neighborhood to its past and to encourage fellowship and neighborhood networking.$ B L D

THE STARVING ARTIST CAFÉ & DELI 8034 New Lagrange Rd., 412-1599. $ L

HIGHLAND MORNING 1416 Bardstown Rd., 365-3900, 111 St. Matthews Ave., 883-0203. You can order breakfast anytime at both locations, with an eclectic menu that also encompasses brunch, burgers, soul food, Southern dishes and vegetarian fare as well. $ B L D

AGAVE & RYE EPIC TACOS 426 Baxter Ave., 873-5111, 324 E. Main St., New Albany IN, 993-8226. This Covingtonbased chain has added a second area store in southern Indiana. Offerings include tacos, bourbon, arcade games and 70+ tequilas. The Rooster taco contains crispy chicken, mac & cheese and hot sauce. The Bang Bang is a vegetarian dish, with crispy cauliflower, corn fritters, queso and spicy carrots. $$ L D p f

EGGS OVER FRANKFORT 2712 Frankfort Ave., 709-4452. Husband and wife team Jackson and Cortney Nave have creatively refurbished this Crescent Hill space into a “very traditional” breakfast spot. Its menu includes omelets, eggs Benedict, waffles and oatmeal, as well as salads and sandwiches for lunch. $ B Br L

sandwiches, a turkey club, chicken salad or artisan flatbread pizza. Dine inside in the dining room or outside on the patio that overlooks the 550-acre farm. Huber wines and cocktails made from spirits distilled on the premises available too. $$ L D pf

ASPEN CREEK RESTAURANT 8000 Bardstown Rd., 2392200, 302 Bullitt Ln., 425-0077. A lodge-style restaurant that invokes the rustic feel of the Rockies, and offers a menu of pastas, burgers, and poultry at prices that aren’t mountain high. $$ L D p

BRICK HOUSE TAVERN + TAP 871 S. Hurstbourne Pkwy., 326-3182. Brick House, a Houston-based chain, has upgraded its image with an increased focus on food. Serving brunch, lunch and dinner, with a half-dozen local beers on tap, and an unusual menu of beer cocktails. $$ L D pf

TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFÉ 13128 Shelbyville Rd., 2909903. Ah, if only restaurant names were transparent. There is a full range of smoothies, of course, but also an extensive menu of flatbreads, wraps and other health-minded menu items. $$ B L D

CHAMPIONS GRILLE 505 Marriott Dr. (Radisson Hotel), Clarksville IN, 283-4411. Known by locals for its Saturday night buffet of New York strip, ribeye and prime rib. Salads, sandwiches, soups and a kid-friendly menu round out the selection. $$ B Br L D p

ZEGGZ AMAZING EGGS 11615 Shelbyville Rd., 882-1650. This quick-service breakfast and lunch spot offers five house omelets (plus the chance to build your own), three variations on eggs Benedict, as well as biscuits and gravy, croque madames, waffles and pancakes. Luncheon fare includes a B.A.L.T (the ‘a’ is for avocado), salads and soups. $$ B Br L pf

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A NICE RESTAURANT 3129 Blackiston Mill Rd., New Albany IN, 945-4321, 404 Lafollette Station, Floyds Knobs IN, 9237770. A Nice Restaurant, billed as “New Albany’s Finer Diner,” is, well, nice enough to have branched out to three locations. All specialize in simple, down-home breakfast and lunch at affordable prices. $ B L

CHEDDAR’S SCRATCH KITCHEN 10403 Westport Rd., 339-5400, 3521 Outer Loop, 966-3345, 1385 Veterans Pkwy., Clarksville IN, 280-9660. This popular Dallas-based chain draws big, hungry crowds with its large bar and familiar “casual to upscale American” fare. $ L D pf

THE SILLY AXE CAFÉ 2216 Dundee Rd., 290-7197. A completely gluten-free restaurant. Most recently home to Diorio’s Pizza, Silly Axe (a play on celiac disease) has a deli counter and a selection of pre-made items for take-away. The menu offers meat, vegan and vegetarian choices, daily quesadillas and five house sandwiches. $$ L D pf

BLIND SQUIRREL 592 N. English Station Rd., 384-6761. This American-style restaurant is part of the King Louis Sports complex. The 400-seat, two-story dining facility boasts outdoor seating overlooking the sand volleyball courts, 27 TVs inside, a performance venue, a cigar humidor and outdoor smoking lounge. Chef Chris Goss serves up his take on American family standards: burgers, sandwiches, pizza and so on. $$ L D pf

BAER’S CITY WINERY 321 Pearl St., New Albany IN, (812) 924-7348. Under new ownership, this successor to the longrunning River City Winery has the same winemaker, with Brandon Noe as the new chef. $$ L D p f

BOOMTOWN 110 E. Main St., New Albany IN, 590-1314. A third restaurant takes over the former home of the legendary South Side Inn, Boomtown focuses on affordable classic dishes: several burgers, including a wild game option, steak dinner with two sides and pork chops. $$ L D pf

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CAFÉ 120 W. Broadway, 582-2241. Wayside Christian Mission trains people here in its community reentry program in restaurant service and management. Breakfasts for under $5; a lunch buffet is $8 for unlimited trips. A dinner menu too. It’s a do-gooder place that serves good food. $ L D

WILTSHIRE PANTRY BAKERY AND CAFÉ 901 Barret Ave., 581-8561, 6301 Moonseed St., 581-8560, 605 W. Main St., 749-1683. Caterer/ Restaurateur Susan Hershberg’s popular bakery and café operation now has three locations, with the opening of a downtown café in the former Atlantic No. 5 space. At all three you can find artisanal breads, scones and croissants, full breakfasts (Tuscan egg sandwich, breakfast grain bowl, frittata, smoked salmon plate) as well as sandwiches, side salads and paninis. $ B L

BIG BAD BREAKFAST 984 Barret Ave., 289-8227. The space that will forever be known as the old Lynn’s Paradise Café is now part of the regional chain Big Bad Breakfast. The extensive breakfast and lunch menu includes Creole omelet, filled with shrimp and andouille, chicken and waffles and huevos rancheros made with grits, chicken sausage and saucy black beans. $$ B Br pf

TWIG & LEAF RESTAURANT 2122 Bardstown Rd., 4518944. A popular Highlands hangout, the “Twig” is probably at its best for breakfast — whether you’re enjoying it while venturing out on a leisurely Sunday morning or heading home very late on a Saturday night. It’s a place to grab a quick, filling bite and doesn’t pretend to be more. $ B L D f

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BISCUIT BELLY 900 E. Main St., 409-5729, 3723 Lexington Rd., 690-2945, 818 W. Kenwood Dr. (Colonial Gardens) 384-4545. Chad and Lauren Coulter, of LouVino fame, own this breakfast- and lunch-oriented eatery. You’ll find oversized biscuit sandwiches filled with chicken, country ham or brisket; oatmeal, hash and Nutella toast, as well as an adult beverage program that includes beers and coffee-inflected cocktails. There’s non-alcoholic coffee, too, and eggs however you like them. $$ B Br L pf

THE CHEDDAR BOX TOO 109 Chenoweth Ln., 896-1133. Cheddar Box owner Nancy Tarrant has extended her presence with a café just across the parking lot. Look for the same tasty salads, soups and desserts that have made her take-away business so popular. $ B L

TOAST ON MARKET 141 E. Market St., New Albany IN, 812941-8582. After a period of pandemic hibernation, the New Albany location of Toast has reopened as the only location of Toast. Auf Wiedersehen, NuLu. There are no new developments on the trendy breakfast or lunch menus of American café classics with a twist, but all dishes are fresh, made with care, and familiarly tasty. $ B Br L pf

APPLEBEE’S 4717 Dixie Hwy., 448-1399, 10006 Will Way, 231-1661, 4535 Outer Loop, 969-1228, 771 E. Lewis and Clark Pkwy., Clarksville IN, 283-3594.. This cheery national chain features an eclectic assortment of salads, steaks, ribs, poultry and pasta as well as full bar service. It’s as consistent as a cookie cutter, but competent execution makes it a good bargain for those whose tastes run to mainstream American cuisine. $$ L D p

TERRI LYNN'S CAFÉ AND CATERING 133 E. Market St., New Albany IN, (812) 923-1503.After two decades in the catering business, owner Terri Lynn Doyle now has a brickand-mortar café in downtown New Albany, in the space that had recently been Adrienne & Co. Bakery Café. The menu features Terri Lynn’s staples such as salads, baked goods and sandwiches. $$ B L f

WILD EGGS 3985 Dutchmans Ln., 893-8005, 1311 Herr Ln., 618-2866, 153 S. English Station Rd., 618-3449, 121 S. Floyd St., 690-5925, 1450 Veterans Pkwy., Jeffersonville IN, 913-4735, 223 W. Fifth St., New Albany IN, 850-9453, 9010 Taylorsville Rd (Stony Brook Shopping Center), 4735959. Specialty omelets, the “everything” muffin, spicy egg salad sandwiches — these dishes and more have made Wild Eggs a wildly popular breakfast and lunch spot. Prized seats at weekend brunch can soon be found at this growing minichain’s seventh outlet in New Albany, is expected to open in October. $$ B Br L p

IN SEASON 324 W. Main St., 323-3200. Sourcing ingredients from his farm, owner Daniel Passafiume, offers healthy options like salads, stir fry and harvest bowls, designed with what is currently in season. The menu will rotate at least four times per year. $$ L

GREEN DISTRICT SALADS 126 Breckinridge Ln., 409-5293, 225 S. Fifth St., 822-3055, 13301 Shelbyville Rd., 565-4986, 1449 Bardstown Rd., 792-9011, 4227 Town Center Blvd., Clarksville IN, (812) 712-4351, 9850 Von Allmen Ct., 9965666. This quickly expanding quick-service restaurant now has six locations, with the opening of two restaurants this year. Customers watch their salads being constructed while they wait. House-made soups and wraps are also offered. $$

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twist.” Early standouts include the Smoketown Burger, Thunder Over Louisville Fries with bacon and white queso, and McDonald’s signature Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich.

EAT YOUR BOURBON MARKETPLACE 2708 Frankfort Ave., 618-0939. Owner Matt Jamie extends his Crescent Hill Bourbon Barrel Foods concept with this grab-and-go prepared foods store that uses recipes from Jamie’s "Eat Your

GANDER, AN AMERICAN GRILL 111 S. English Station Rd., 915-8484. Chris and Anne Mike, of Goose Creek Diner, have opened Gander, An American Grill, serving steaks, burgers, pasta and sandwiches — "a little bit of everything that makes America what it is," according to Mike. $$$ Br L D pf

KAREM’S 9424 Norton Commons Blvd., 327-5646. Karem’s Grill & Pub, one of the first restaurants to open in the villagelike Norton Commons, carries the look and feel of a

DENNY’S 4030 Dutchmans Ln., 896-2669, 434 Eastern Pkwy., 636-2538. What better place for travelers to get breakfast than Denny’s? This venerable chain knows its customers, pleasing them with familiar diner food in big portions. The late-night scene in this 24-hour refuge for the hungry makes for colorful fun. $$ B Br L D

GERMANTOWN SOCIAL 1318 McHenry St., 709-7669. Taking over the space that had a short run as Couvillion, Germantown Social is a family and neighborhood-friendly place helmed by.Chef Nate Gibson, who comes over from owner Shay Tinsley’s BA Colonial. The offerings include lunch, dinner, and brunch on Sundays. $$ D p f

CURRITO 6460 Dutchmans Pkwy., 883-0043. This Cincinnatibased chain offers Asian versions of grain bowls and wraps, with a choice of meat or tofu. Their signature drink is the Dreamsicle Shake. $ L D

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421 S. Hurstbourne Pkwy., 425-6800, 3623 Bardstown Rd., 301-8888, 11600 Antonia Way, 301-8181, 9720 Von Allmen Ct., 301-8880, 3007 Poplar Level Rd., 6385202, 940 E. Lewis & Clark Pkwy., Clarksville IN, 6703000. More than just a place to chow down on baby back ribs, this national chain has a wide selection including fajitas, burgers, sandwiches and veggies. $$ L D

DOUBLE DOGS 13307 Shelbyville Rd., 244-4430. Double Dogs, a Bowling Green, Ky.-based chain with four locations, has its first Louisville-area restaurant in Middletown. Double Dogs describes itself as “a family friendly restaurant with a sports atmosphere,” serving a variety of appetizers, sandwiches, hot dogs, burgers and pizza. $ L D pf

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GAME 2295 Lexington Rd., 618-1712. Though under new ownership, the specialties here remain the same: sliders, meatballs and burgers made from ground exotic meats. Start with bone marrow or fried frog legs, try some wild boar chorizo sliders, or build your own burger from kangaroo, venison or alpaca, with bun choices ranging from brioche to pretzel to Kaiser roll. $$ D f

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INTERNATIONAL HOUSE OF PANCAKES 1220 Veterans Pkwy., Clarksville IN, 285-1772, 1401 S. Hurstbourne Pkwy., 618-2250. IHOP fans can choose to go out to the East End or across the river to satisfy their jones for the national chain’s inimitable food. $ B L D

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CREEK TAVERN 6313 River Rd., 919-8812. Commuters trundling home to the suburbs can mingle with Prospect residents, river rats and parched kayakers docking out back on Harrod’s Creek. Look for an expanded bar food menu, brown bag lunches to go and late-night food service.

GATSBY’S ON FOURTH 500 S. Fourth St. (Seelbach Hilton Hotel), 585-3200. The casual dining space on the first floor of the Seelbach reflects its connection of the hotel to F. Scott Fitzgerald. There are two breakfast buffets, American and Continental, as well as a la carte choices from the griddle or from a “Healthy Sunrise” menu. $$ B L p

Bourbon" cookbook: charcuterie boards, sandwiches and other prepared foods from Chef-in-Residence Michael Crouch and Butchertown Grocery Bakery. $$ B Br L D p

FIRST WATCH 201 S. Hurstbourne Pkwy., 384-6075, 960 Breckenridge Ln., 618-1955, 1205 Veterans Pkwy., Clarksville IN., 575-3447, 2225 Taylorsville Rd., 444-7744, 12913 Shelbyville Rd., 233-0770, 4948 U.S. 42, 242-9444. This Florida-based chain offers both traditional breakfast fare (fried eggs, sausage), proprietary specials, like French toast Monte Cristo (made with ham, turkey and Swiss cheese), crepes with plenty of fillings and healthful dishes like egg white omelets and cranberry nut oatmeal. $ B L

CORELIFE EATERY 1225 Veterans Pkwy., Clarksville IN, 6705680, 9365 Viking Center Dr., 709-7131. This Syracusebased franchise offers vegetable and grains bowls, bone and vegetable broth, and grass-fed steak, chicken and tofu power plates. $$ L D

JOE'S OLDER THAN DIRT 8131 New Lagrange Rd., 4347470. The Lyndon landmark has returned to its old spot, replacing Red Barn Kitchen, which had replaced Joe’s. The bar is rebuilt and another stuffed moose has been found. But Olé Restaurant Group remains a partner, providing the food: smoked wings, brisket chili, cheese fritters, a mac and cheese burger and a daily lunch plate, all at prices that will appeal to Joe’s original fan base. $$ L D pf

CHEF'S CUT PIZZERIA 9901 LaGrange Rd., 265-1320. This reasonably priced Lyndon pizza place has sandwiches too, from chili dogs to turkey clubs, and pasta dishes. $ L D p

STREET BISCUIT COMPANY 1004 Bardstown Rd., 384-8022. This growing Florida-based breakfast chain has taken over the too-long-empty Yang Kee Noodle space in the Highlands. The menu features fresh biscuit dishes, fromscratch sausage and shiitake gravies and homemade jams and jellies. Waffles, grits and oatmeal, too. $$ B Br L f

O’CHARLEY’S 1901 S. Hurstbourne Pkwy., 491-8372, 962 Breckenridge Ln., 899-9430, 4404 Dixie Hwy., 447-9203. O’Charley’s, Inc. could serve well as the picture in the dictionary next to “American casual dining.” The Nashvillebased chain operates 206 properties in 16 states in the Southeast and Midwest, serving a straightforward steak-andseafood menu with the motto

ARNI’S PIZZA 1208 State St., New Albany IN, 945-1149, 3700 Paoli Pike, Floyds Knobs IN, 923-9805. A favorite Hoosier pizza and sandwich stop. Insist on getting the Deluxe. $$ L D

ARNO’S PIZZA 3912 Bardstown Rd., 384-8131.$$ L D

CALIFORNIA PIZZA KITCHEN 7900 Shelbyville Rd. (Oxmoor Center), 425-5125. California pizza became a trend when famous chefs gave this simple Italian fare a multi-ethnic spin with non-traditional Pacific Rim toppings. CPK successfully translates this trend for the mass market. $$ L D pf

DERBY CITY PIZZA 5603 Greenwood Rd., 933-7373, 2500 Crittenden Dr., 384-4777, 10619 Manslick Rd., 742-3940, 2331 Brownsboro Rd., 290-0677, 9910 Linn Station Rd., 384-8733, 12900 Dixie Hwy., 290-2310. When 15-year-old Larry Davis went to work at a local pizzeria in 1991, you might say the pie was cast. Three decades later Davis’s familyoriented local pizza chain stresses solid and reasonably priced Italian food, with seven signature pizzas as well as a build-your own; gluten free and low carb crustless options; wings, salads and toasted subs; and lasagna and spaghetti with genuinely “jumbo” meatballs. $$ L D pf

BORROMEO’S PIZZA & ITALIAN 9417 Smyrna Pkwy., 9687743. Serving up old-school thin-crust pizzas to chowhounds south of the Gene Snyder. $$ L D pf

CRAFT HOUSE PIZZA 4041 Preston Hwy., 363-4880, 9601 Newbridge Rd., 409-6276, 12607 Taylorsville Rd., 7428700. These former outlets of the Hometown Pizza regional chain have rebranded as Craft House Pizza, reflecting their owner Tom Brown’s deepening involvement with craft beer, which he has been brewing since 2019 at the Preston Highway location (still called Hometown Brewing), and supplying beer to all four eateries. The Craft House pizzeria menu has not so much changed as deepened, with pasta dishes, hoagies and stromboli remaining aboard, as well as pies like the one-of-a-kind Bacon Cheeseburger pizza, with the tasty added innovation of crusts incorporating spent grain from the brewhouse.$$ L D p

NAÏVE 1001 E. Washington St., 749-7856. This Butchertown vegetarian restaurant has been catering for some months in preparation for its opening as a sit-down restaurant. Its dishes include savory rice bowls, burritos, frittatas and quiches, savory toasts, salads and sandwiches. $$ D pf

TGI FRIDAY’S 416 S. Fourth St. (Fourth Street Live), 5853577. The original place to loosen the tie and congregate after the whistle blows. TGIF carries on its party atmosphere tradition with American bistro dining and libations. The bill of fare ranges from baskets of appetizers on up to contemporary entrées. $$ L D pf

EMMY SQUARED PIZZA 825 E. Market St., 785-5800. This Detroit-style pizza chain joins a growing list of properties in the Nulu Marketplace, anchored by West Sixth Brewing. The square pizzas here share the menu with burgers, including the double-stack "Le Big Matt.” $$$ L D p f

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BONNIE & CLYDE’S PIZZA 7611 Dixie Hwy., 935-5540. It may look like a dive that hasn’t been renovated in ages, the service can be surly at times, and you have to pay in cash, but devoted fans of its thin-crust pizzas and hoagies keep coming back and talk it up with their friends. $$ L D f

DEENO'S PIZZA & WINGS 9100 Dixie Hwy., 653-7814. This ambitious little family-run place rolls and shapes house-made dough to order, and bakes, then air-fries wings before tossing them in one of 11 sauce coatings. The weekend buffet offers pizza, wings and a taco bar. $$ D f

COALS ARTISAN PIZZA 3730 Frankfort Ave., 742-8200, 11615 Shelbyville Rd., 253-0106, 600 Terminal Dr. (Louisville Airport). Middletown and airport travelers now partake in what St. Matthews diners have enjoyed for a few years–excellent pizzas made in coal-fired ovens burning at 800 degrees F, crisping the crust in 4 minutes and “leoparding” it with black spots. Toppings are fresh and regionally-sourced. $$ L D pf

neighborhood watering hole inside and out. The test of a restaurant, though, is the food, and Karem’s is excellent. $$ L

ANNIE’S PIZZA 2520 Portland Ave., 776-6400, 4771 Cane Run Rd., 449-4444. Annie’s has made-to-order pizza and a variety of stacked sandwiches such as the Big Daddy Strom with beef, Italian sausage, onions and banana peppers. $$ L D

CHUBBY RAY’S 3910 Ruckriegel Pkwy., 267-1188. This family restaurant has grown from a small mostly carry-out spot to a large (400 seat) Jeffersontown institution. The menu offerings have expanded as well. In addition to signature pizzas, you can find quesadillas and rooster wings, burgers and subs, calzones, pasta and salads. $$ L D pf

NOODLES & COMPANY 1225 S. Hurstbourne Pkwy., 6320102, 4302 Summit Plaza Dr., 791-9015, 319 Cardinal Blvd., 632-2846. This Colorado-based fast-casual chain offers an eclectic noodle array: Asian style (pad Thai, Bangkok curry), pastas (Tuscan fresca, penne rossa) — or select from a lineup of savory sandwiches and salads.. $ L D f

FAT JIMMY’S 12216 Shelbyville Rd., 244-2500. This friendly neighborhood nook offers a cold mug of beer and a hot slice of pizza, along with sub sandwiches, pasta dishes and salads.

SKYLINE CHILI 1266 Bardstown Rd., 473-1234, 340 Whittington Pkwy., 429-5773, 4024 Dutchmans Ln., 7210093, 3505 Grant Line Rd., New Albany IN, 725-7176. Louisville’s outposts of a famous Cincinnati chili restaurant, these casual eateries offer the regional favorite (really it’s Greek spaghetti sauce, but keep it quiet) and other fast-food dishes. $ L D

RAFFERTY’S OF LOUISVILLE 988 Breckenridge Ln., 8973900. This full-service, casual dining establishment has a hearty menu. Specialties like Red Alfredo Pasta showcase the gourmet offerings along with some of the largest and most

SAM’S FOOD & SPIRITS 702 Highlander Point Dr., Floyds Knobs IN, 923-2323. Fans of Sam Anderson’s steaks, chicken, pizza and pasta know it is well worth the trip up into the Knobs above New Albany to enjoy the conviviality of his restaurant, and his always satisfying take on classic American steak, sandwiches and seafood. $$ L D p

THE STREATERY 304 W. Woodlawn Ave., 398-5777. Welcome to the diverse Beechmont neighborhood’s collective kitchen and evolving food court, as helmed by Dung Tran, whose second Fresh Out of the Box eatery (which also distributes Char’Cute’rie Creations) operates there along with Soul Hi Vegan, Ms. Lisa’s (Vietnamese), and various weekly kitchen pop-ups. Tran is working toward six permanent food vendors and a full bar. $$ L D f

BEARNO’S PIZZA (14 locations) What began as a simple, family-run pizzeria near Bowman Field has morphed into a local chain with, at last count, 14 locations. $$ L D f

THE SOUTH SEAS 1301 Story Ave., 618-1301. The Butchertown space that had been Butchertown Pizza, then Hog Father Pizza, and for a generation before that, Hall’s Cafeteria, is now a tiki bar. Here you will find original ’50’s era fruity tiki cocktails, a family-style pig roast, spicy chicken tortas, Spam fried rice, and Baja fish tacos. Brunch seven days

ANGILO’S PIZZA 1725 Berry Blvd., 367-0580. The local favorite is the steak hoagie, dripping with pizza sauce, pickles and onions. Angilo’s also offers a wide selection of hot pizza pies and cold beer. $$ L D

SHONEY’S 6511 Signature Dr., 969-8904. For nearly 50 years, Shoney’s restaurants have been one of America’s top choices for fast roadside dining, and happily they’ve kept up with the times. $ B L D

TUCKER’S 2441 State St., New Albany IN, 944-9999. Tucker’s gives you a little bit of everything with a down-to-earth flair, offering burgers, ribs, steaks, a variety of appetizers and pastas. $ L D p

DANNY MAC’S PASTA & PIZZA 1836 Mellwood Ave., 8906331. Dan McMahon sells generously-topped pizzas at the walk-up venue in the courtyard of the Mellwood Arts Center. The choices are mostly traditional with outliers like Hawaiian and Kentucky Hot Brown. His butter-drenched garlic breadsticks, aka “Cracksticks,” are a fan favorite. McMahon’s pizzas can also be found at Tim Tam Tavern. $$ L D

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BLAZE FAST-FIRE’D PIZZA 4600 Shelbyville Rd., 895-7800, 13317 Shelbyville Rd., 822-3677, 4055 Summit Plaza Dr., 915-8731, 1225 Veterans Pkwy., Clarsville IN, 406-4347. At this California-based pizza franchise you customize your own pie from a lineup of meat and vegetable toppings, cheeses and several sauces. The pie bakes in just 2 minutes in a flaming hearth oven. There are ready-to-order signature pies also for those who can’t make up their minds. $$ L D p f

BOOMBOZZ PIZZA · WATCH BAR 1448 Bardstown Rd., 458-8889, 1890 S. Hurstbourne Pkwy., 265-4591, 1315 Herr Ln., 394-0000, 1450 Veterans Pkwy., Jeffersonville IN, (812) 913-4171. After two decades of success with his gourmet pizza stores, Tony Palombino is reimagining his brand and retooling both the decor and the menus at all of his locations. That reimagining includes audio/video enhancements, a new company logo and slogan (“Crafted for You”), an expanded wine and cocktail list and a dedicated takeout entrance. New menu items include jumbo tater tots stuffed with bacon and cheddar cheese, a cauliflower crust pizza, seasonal pizzas and game day specials. $$ L D pf

8TH STREET PIZZA 411 E. Spring St., New Albany IN, 7250004. This “boutique, pay-it-forward pizza shop and ministry” serves New York style pizza with a “pay what you can afford” concept. Pay the full suggested price, pay what you can afford to pay, or pay the full amount of the suggested meal price plus a little extra to "pay it forward”. $ L D f

MOYA'S AMERICAN KITCHEN 10000 Linn Station Rd., 4966692. This "good old American comfort food" restaurant in Jeffersontown offers fare such as jalapeño hushpuppies, fried green tomatoes, grilled cheese and tomato soup, smothered pork chop, chopped steak, meatloaf and fried catfish.$$ L D pf

CHARLESTOWN PIZZA COMPANY 850 Main St., Charlestown IN, 256-2699. This welcoming venue on Charlestown’s town square, a short trip upriver from Jeffersonville, is run by folks who learned their pizza and beer at New Albanian Brewing Company. That’s a fine pedigree, and it shows in impressive quality. $$ L D

DIORIO’S PIZZA & PUB 310 Wallace Ave., 618-3424, 917 Baxter Ave., 614-8424. Residents in St. Matthews and in the Highlands can savor pizza by the slice, as well as by the mammoth 30-inch pie. Also grilled sandwiches, salads, wings, queso sticks, and a good selection of domestic and import beers. $$ L D pf

THE B.A. COLONIAL 818 Kenwood Dr. (Colonial Gardens), 242-8686. Another entry into the Iroquois-area resurrection of the historic Colonial Gardens. The menu here features American casual cooking, such as freshly-ground burgers, salads and seafood. A full bar serves a five-cocktail list, margaritas, rum punches, and its own take on the Old Fashioned. $ L D p f

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a week, featuring different variations of Hawaiian-style pancakes and Spam and eggs. $$$$ D p f

JET’S PIZZA 101 S. Hubbards Ln., 895-4655, 3624 S. Hurstbourne Pkwy., 491-1700, 235 Blankenbaker Pkwy., 244-4440, 6523 Bardstown Rd., 239-0000, 2500 Bardstown Rd., 458-5387, 10494 Westport Rd., 426-1181. Now with seven Louisville outlets, this Detroit-based chain offers sitdown service and carry-out. The menu features eight crust flavors and some gourmet pizza options such as a BLT and chicken parmesan. $$ L D f

IROQUOIS PIZZA 6614 Manslick Rd., 363-3211. $$ L D

PIZZA PLACE 2931 Richland Ave., 458-9700. $$ L D pf

GOODFELLAS PIZZERIA 642 Baxter Ave., 398-5704. This Lexington-based regional pizza chain, known for its large, late-night slices, is one of the early tenants in the apartment/retail development across from the entrance from Cave Hill. Pizzas are denoted by Mafia-style names: the Wiseguy, the Don, Tommy “Two Times.” $$$$ L D

MAC'S @ MILE WIDE 636 Barret Ave. (inside Mile Wide Beer Co.), 409-8139. Beneath the silos at Mile Wide Brewery, Mac’s offers a concise menu of personal-size pizzas with clever names, also salads and appetizers that pairs well with Mile Wide’s tap list. There’s even a Nutella dessert pizza. $$ L D p

PAPA MURPHY’S PIZZA (8 Locations) There are eight locations for this take-and-bake pizza purveyor scattered around town. $$ L D

PARLOUR PIZZA 131 W. Chestnut St., Jeffersonville IN, 9147400, 2636 Frankfort Ave., 895-9400, 225 State St., New Albany IN, 920-6400, 133 W. Liberty St., 888-1515. It all started with a lively beer garden operation at the food of the Big Four bridge. Now there are four locations on both sides of the river. All locations have 40+ beers on top and serve New York-style pies. $$ L D pf

NEW ALBANIAN BREWING CO. PIZZERIA 3312 Plaza Dr., New Albany IN, 944-2577. Touting “the best pizza in Southern Indiana” is quite a boast, but pizza only tells half of this tasty story. NABC combines the fine pies of Sportstime Pizza with the pub formerly known as Rich O’s. The remarkable beer list, with more than 100 selections from around the world — plus locally brewed craft beers — has won international awards. $$ L D

MARCO’S PIZZA 2011 Charlestown Rd., New Albany IN, 9411144. A rapidly growing (300+) pizza chain from Toledo, Ohio, adds to the choices of takeout pies in New Albany. Ironically, its CEO lives in Louisville and commutes to Toledo. $$ L D

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MR. GATTI’S 703 E. Lewis & Clark Pkwy., Clarksville IN, 2835005, 10035 Dixie Hwy., 632-2504, 4200 Outer Loop, 9640933. This Austin-based chain was one of the first national pizzerias to reach Louisville in the 1970s, and quality ingredients — plus Gattiland playgrounds for the kids — have made its crisp, thin-crust pizzas a popular draw. $$ L D

PIZZA KING 3825 Charlestown Rd., New Albany IN, 9454405, 1701 E. 10th St., Jeffersonville IN, 282-8286. The pizza is baked in a sturdy, stone oven and hand-tossed with thinner crust where the ingredients go all the way to the edge. We heartily recommend the barbecue pizza. $$ L D

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PIZZA DONISI 1396 S. Second St., 213-0488. Old Louisville hipsters have long needed a nearby pizza joint. Now they have it and it’s owned by Danny Fitzgerald, impresario behind Mag Bar. Get it by the slice or in whole artisan pies, along with appetizers, fried ravioli and more. $$ L D f

CAESARS PIZZA (10 Locations) This pizzeria chain lost market share in the ’90s, but business analysts say the company known for its two-for-one “pizza pizza” deal has turned things around with a renewed commitment to quality and service. $$ L D

MIMO’S NEW YORK STYLE PIZZERIA 2708 Paoli Pike, New Albany IN, 945-7711. People move to the Knobs for its bucolic setting, but locals still crave their pizza fix. Mimo’s provides that with daily specials, such as Buffalo pizza, calzones, heroes, wraps or salads. Mangia, mangia! $$ L D p

HOMETOWN PIZZA 11804 Shelbyville Rd., 245-4555. The Middletown outlet of this Kentucky regional chain offers pasta dishes, hoagies and stromboli as well as signature pies, including a trio of chicken specialties: White, Buffalo and Barbecue. $$ L D p

NEON PIZZA 1201 S. First St., 635-6960. This Old Louisville corner has been the site of several businesses over the years. The newest branding is as Neon Pizza, a name that disguises the fact that favorite sandwiches and soups from the Toonerville Deli days are still available, along with, of course, pizzas. $$$ L D pf

LUIGI’S PIZZERIA 712 W. Main St., 589-0005. New York City-style pizza, a treat that you’ll find on just about every street corner there, has been making inroads in River City, but Luigi’s was one of the first to offer in its authentic form here. $$ L f

LEGACY PIZZA & BAKERY 1001 Vincennes St., New Albany, IN, (812) 725-0021. This sincere little pizza joint sells New York-style pizzas, calzones, strombolis and breadsticks. $$ L

ago as one of the first food trucks in Louisville. At his Anchorage pizza place he drafts artisanal pies from flour he mills himself. He makes bread too, and gives courses in artisanal baking. Now with an outpost in TEN20 Brewery. $$$ L D pf

JAKE & ELWOOD’S 2230 Frankfort Ave., 690-2167. The main draw to this Clifton spot is Chicago-style deep dish pizzas, but Jake and Elwood’s menu includes hot dogs and sausages, Italian beef sandwiches, wings, chili, fries and salads. $$ L D p

PIZZA LUPO 1540 Frankfort Ave., 409-8440. Max Balliet, the owner of Holy Molé taco truck, now also has Lupo, a casual Italian restaurant where he bakes up pizzas on a fire-enginered wood-fired oven. Along with pizza, Lupo offers a variety of handmade pastas in a restored 19th century Butchertown building. $$ D pf

LUCKY LEOPARD PIZZA 1032 Story Ave. Located inside High Horse Bar in Butchertown, Lucky Leopard focuses on thin crust Neapolitan pizzas, flash-cooked in a 900-degree oven. The pizza dough is also used in the Panozzo sandwiches, flash baked to order and filled with pulled pork and caprese with black olive vinaigrette, among other choices. $$ D p

MOZZA PI 12102 Lagrange Rd., 890-4832, 1020 E. Washington St. Tom Edwards began MozzaPi several years

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HIDEOUT PIZZARIA 5620 Barrett Ln., 742-3145. This familyfriendly sports bar has 12-foot TV screens, pool and cornhole, arcade games and live music, in addition to pizzas, burgers, spaghetti and an array of sandwiches. $$$ L D

MA ZERELLAS 949 S. Indiana Ave., Sellersburg IN, 246-9517. A pleasant family-run-for-family-fun establishment. Pizza, pasta, salads and subs served for lunch and dinner seven days a week. $$ L D

OLD SCHOOL NY PIZZA 12907 Factory Ln., 882-1776, 10600 Meeting St., 882-3000. You want Sicilian-style pizza, just like they make in Brooklyn? Now you can get it in these two Eastern suburbs locations. Top it with vegetables supplied by local farmers, or tie into a calzone and finish with gelato. $$ L D pf

PIZZAVILLE 2901 Goose Creek Rd., 754-3001. The owner of this suburban shop once was a pizza scientist, overseeing corporate pizza dough varieties. Now he sells his own versions of New York-style hand-tossed and Detroit deep dish pizzas at this former Bussman’s Bakery location near Westport Rd. $$ L D

PRIMO'S PIZZERIA 2043 S. Hurstbourne Pkwy., 749-7072. Based on a recent visit, this new spot is off to a great start.

ORIGINAL IMPELLIZZERI’S 1381 Bardstown Rd., 454-2711, 4933 Brownsboro Rd., 425-9080, 805 Blankenbaker Pkwy., 653-7243. Impellizzeri’s massive pies, loved for a generation, are the draw but there is also a full menu of Italian-inspired meals including hoagie sandwiches and pasta dishes at all three locations. $$$$ L D pf

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SHERRILLI'S PIZZA PARLOR 496 N. Indiana Ave., Sellersburg IN, 246-3346. $$ L D f

SAL’S PIZZA & WINGS 812 Lyndon Ln., 365-4700. In addition to generously-topped pizzas, you can find panini, subs, burgers, and fried fish at this inviting spot in a Lyndon strip mall. $$ L D pf

M&M BBQ 1401 Bluegrass Ave., 996-0163. The Ekklesia Christian Life Ministries operates this BBQ joint that offers rib tips, meat loaf, an assortment of traditional sides, and keeps a limited schedule (Tuesday-Friday, 11:30-7). The food is popular enough that they sometimes sell out, so get there early. $$ L D f

MARK T'S SLAB HOUSE 4912 Preston Hwy., 409-7366. That would be slabs of ribs, of course. A wonderfully direct name for a barbecue restaurant. Several drum-style smokers out front exude a savory cloud, attesting to the work being done inside those drums. $ L D

Potato salad, slaw and drinks. Buy it by the sandwich or by the pound. $ L D

BABY MAE'S 1817 Graybrook Ln., New Albany IN, 914-7040. Barbecue and soul food in the old Mom & Pop’s Cone Corner building. Baby Mae’s reasonably priced menu includes everyone’s comfort foods: ribs, pulled pork, smoked turkey, mac and cheese, home fries and the “grandaddy of chili dogs.” $ L D

BARREL 33 TAVERN & GRILL 14049 Shelbyville Rd., 2446868. This Middletown outpost has a long menu of betterthan-the-usual pub grub (barbecue, chicken made several ways, tacos), salads, wraps and sandwiches (including a Kentucky Cuban, made with country ham and pimento cheese). The bar runs a robust bourbon program. There’s a lively atmosphere all nights, and live music on weekends. $$ L D p

Momma's “2% for Louisville” program steadily donates 2% of earnings to local charities. $$ D f

HOLY SMOKES BAR-B-QUE 7508 Preston Hwy., 968-5657. The former Bootleg Bar-B-Q franchise on Preston Hwy. has become Holy Smokes Bar-B-Que. Owner Mark Weatherholt smokes his wings for three hours, his ribs and chicken for five, and his pork lingers overnight. He does brown sugar wings, too. $ L D

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CARR'S BBQ AND MARKET 3700 Paoli Pike, Floyds Knobs IN, 728-8106. This Floyds Knobs restaurant uses locallysourced meats in its pulled pork, brisket, smoked turkey breast, chili and ribs. Choose sandwiches, plates with sides, or order by the pound. $$ L D f

UNION 15 5205 New Cut Rd. (Colonial Gardens), 653-7494. The name of this pizza and tap house refers to Kentucky joining the Union as the 15th state. The menu includes Chicago thin crust pizza, wings and sandwiches. The bar has more than 50 beers, wines and bourbon on tap. $$ L D pf

WICK’S PIZZA PARLOR 975 Baxter Ave., 458-1828, 3348 Hikes Ln., 907-5542. Wick’s wins popularity with a welcoming mix of good pizza, a quality beer list and a friendly neighborhood feel at both of its eateries. The pies are straightforward, made with ample toppings. “The Big Wick” is a favorite. $$ L D pf

SPINELLI’S PIZZERIA 614 Baxter Ave., 568-5665, 4005 Shelbyville Rd., 895-0755. This locally-owned pizzeria, widely known for their Philly Cheesesteaks and massive slices of pizza has added a third location. All are open until 5 am nightly Wednesday through Saturday. $ L D

MACK BROS BBQ 2700 Rockford Ln., 384-4590. This family owned and operated restaurant serves ribs, rib tips, chicken and sides, including a fan favorite: cornbread salad. $$ L D

MOMMA’S MUSTARD PICKLES & BBQ 102 Bauer Ave., 938-6262, 119 S. Hurstbourne Pkwy., 290-7998. The St. Matthews spot garnered so many barbecue fans that a second outlet opened in the East End for the overflow. Knot on your bib for Kansas City-style smoked pork and beef ribs (a house specialty), brisket, chicken, pulled pork and all the standard sides. Their wings are a contender for best in all the city.

HARLEY’S HARDWOODZ BAR-B-Q 1703 Charlestown-New Albany Pk., Jeffersonville IN, 284-4490. Owner Frank Harley said “I found my calling, which is barbecue.” He smokes up barbecue pork, chicken and brisket, marinated in Harley’s own barbecue sauce. A menu specialty: smoked chicken white chili. $ L D

TOPP'T HANDCRAFTED PIZZA 373 Professional Court, New Albany IN, 725-8891. This Elizabethtown-based fastcasual pizza and salad concept serves fast-fired (in an 800degree oven), handcrafted pizzas and made-to-order chopped salads. The thin crust dough is made onsite daily in original, wheat and gluten-free versions. One price regardless of the number of toppings. $$ L D f

FRANKFORT AVENUE BEER DEPOT 3204 Frankfort Ave., 895-3223. A neighborhood bar that welcomes all comers with some of the most notable ’cue in town. The burgoo and the baked beans rank as some of the best in the city and the pulled pork by the pound is value worth taking home. $ L D pf

There are no conveyor belts here. Well-trained pizza makers give each pie individual attention, the toppings and accents (like fresh basil) are fine quality, and the assortment of crusts — wheat, thin, rising, deep dish, cauliflower, broccoli — is first rate. The lunch special, ten bucks for a big fresh salad with a generous personal pizza is a steal. $$ L D f

BABIE BAC'Z GOOD GRILL 8533 Terry Rd., 619-1873. This far South End family-owned barbecue restaurant smokes up baby back ribs and rib tips, half chickens and wings and several sandwiches, including the Bacz Attack, which combines ham, bacon and pork. $$ L D

GUY FIERI'S SMOKEHOUSE 434 S. Fourth St. (Fourth Street Live!), 919-7299. The latest creation of the Food TV’s bad boy chef caused some serious musing about the meaning of “celebrity” chefs to local eating. But see the hoopla for yourself, and try some of the fried chicken brined in pickle

BOOTLEG BARBECUE COMPANY 9704 Bardstown Rd., 239-2722.Bootleg Barbecue offers a touch of rusticity and a good helping of country hospitality, as it dishes out hearty portions of well-prepared and affordable smoked meats and fixin’s. It’s one of the few places in Louisville where you can get Western Kentucky-style mutton barbecue. $ L D f

juice, brisket with pomegranate, sorghum-glazed pork chops or Triple Crown grilled cheese sandwich. $$ L D pf

SICILIAN PIZZA & PASTA 629 S. Fourth St., 589-8686, 8133 Bardstown Rd., 491-3663. Ready for takeout or eat-in, both the downtown storefront and its suburban sister site offer good, standard pizza and other familiar ItalianAmerican dishes. $$ L D pf

MISSION BBQ 4607 Shelbyville Rd., 206-3331, 1213 Veterans Pkwy., Clarksville IN, 269-3860. The National Anthem is played every day at noon at this Baltimore-based chain, which makes a point of supporting soldiers, firefighters, police officers and other first responders. Look for Texasinspired brisket, smoked turkey, pulled chicken and pork, and even smoked salmon. There are also ribs, of course, sandwiches and scratch-made sides. $$ L D pf

RIVER ROAD BBQ 3017 River Rd., 592-7065. Right next to the Water Tower, this little take-out-only place smokes brisket and pork: some days one sells out, on other days the other. Winter hours are 11-6 or until the meat runs out.

THE POST 1045 Goss Ave., 635-2020. Germantown has long needed a classic New York-style pizza joint, and this spot, in a former VFW post, has provided it. Pizza is available by slice or whole pie, mostly classic tomato sauced varieties, but a few oddities, like the chicken dinner pizza with Buffalo-based sauce, chicken, cheddar, onion and ranch drizzle. Calzones, subs and salads, too.$$ D p

BACK DECK BBQ 801 W. Kenwood Dr., 705-7662. What began as a popular barbecue food truck has settled down at the late, lamented Jimbo's Bar-b-Que spot near Iroquois Park. In addition to the expected pulled pork and chicken, brisket and sausages, burnt ends are available Friday and Saturday. $$ L D f

FAMOUS DAVE’S BAR-B-QUE 8605 Citadel Way, 493-2812. This franchise chain operation maderby cityderbuyy be based in the twin cities, but it looks like a Georgia gas station with its exuberant, if tongue-in-cheek faux country decor. The important thing, though, is the food, and Dave’s excels with genuine, hickory-smoked barbecue. $$ L D pf

MARK’S FEED STORE 11422 Shelbyville Rd., 244-0140, 1514 Bardstown Rd., 458-1570, 10316 Dixie Hwy., 9337707, 3827 Charlestown Rd., New Albany IN, 285-1998, 6501 Bardstown Rd., 442-0808. Mark’s routinely takes local honors for its sauces, sandwiches and its meaty baby-back ribs. And don’t miss the smoked take-home turkeys at Thanksgiving. $$ L D pf

FEAST BBQ 909 E. Market St., 749-9900, 10318 Taylorsville Rd., 749-6534. Owner Ryan Rogers brings a modernist sensibility to the art of barbecue to both NuLu and Jeffersontown. He has formulas for brining times and uses a high-tech smoker to keep the temps low and the smoke from overwhelming the meats. $ B L D pf

MARTIN'S BAR-B-QUE JOINT 3408 Indian Lake Dr., 2424666. Pretty famous in Tennessee, but Louisvillians can now savor the meats smoked in the open pit (the whole hogs take 24 hours). All dishes, meats, sides and even sauces are made in-house daily. For a different kind of treat, try the smoked turkey sandwich. $$ L D pf

FDKY BBQ 9606 Taylorsville Rd., 785-4273. The logo shows that “FD” stands for Fire Department — after all, those guys know all about smokin’. Eat dinner in or order a couple of pounds of pulled pork, marinated pulled chicken, brisket or smoked sausage, firehouse chili or Res Q stew and all the required side dishes to go. Ribs on Wednesdays and Friday calls for fried fish. $$ L D f

SQUARE CUT PIZZA AND SUGAR ROOM 741 E. Oak St., 290-5721. The Sugar Room serves soft-serve ice cream in unusual flavors: burnt marshmallow, chocolate sea salt, s’mores swirl and others. Roman-style pizzas, with thin but airy crusts, is the concept in the larger Shelby Park space, which also sells Italian cured meats. $$ L D f

AMERICAN SMOKEHOUSE STADIUM 5580 Hwy. 62, Jeffersonville IN, 282-6700. This Southern Indiana BBQ joint does the usual stuff – brisket, pulled pork and chicken. But also look for the smoked prime rib, burnt ends, smoked lamb gyros or fried tofu. $ L D p

THE CORNER 4111 Murphy Ln., 426-8340. $$ L D

BIG BEN’S BBQ 600 Quartermaster Center, Jeffersonville IN, 284-4453. This family run BBQ joint is now at the Quartermaster Center, smoking up a storm and impressing locals who recommend Johnnie’s Smokin Ribs, Joecille’s Backbone (brisket tips), Big Ben’s shredded pork sandwich and Alvin’s Wild-Side shredded chicken sandwich. $$ L D f

THE GRAIN HAUS 41 W. First St., New Albany IN, (470) 5882337. Part of Floyd County Brewing, the separate building across the court yard boasts a wood-fired pizza oven and a rotating list of guest beers. $$ D pf

ZA’S PIZZA 1573 Bardstown Rd., 454-4544. $$ L D

CITY BARBEQUE 329 Whittington Pkwy., 996-8003. This Ohio-based BBQ chain specializes in brisket, but doesn’t neglect pulled pork (served with slaw on top) and St. Louis ribs. It also smokes turkey breast, chicken and sausage. $$ L Dpf

JUCY’S SMOKEHOUSE BAR-B-QUE 7626 New Lagrange Rd., 241-5829. Jucy’s offers exceptionally good Texas-style barbecue from a little wooden shack that looks just like a country BBQ joint should. Highly recommended. $$ L D f LOUIE’S HOT CHICKEN & BARBECUE 4222 Poplar Level Rd., 709-4274. The chicken here ranges through 4 levels of heat, the hottest using the notorious ghost pepper. BBQ choices include pulled pork and brisket and smoked wings. $ L D f

RUBBIN’ BUTTS BBQ 8007 Highway 311, Sellersburg IN, 748-7266. Up the road a ways you will find this “traditional” BBQ joint with some house specialties not so traditional: smoked deviled eggs, BBQ pork queso and their signature, the BBQ Pig-E-Chonga, a flour shell stuffed with baked beans, cheese, and pulled pork, then deep fried and smothered in queso and BBQ sauce. $ L D

FIREHOUSE SUBS 215 S. Hurstbourne Pkwy., 365-3473, 4905 Outer Loop, 749-4257. This national chain touts that they steam their meat and cheese sandwiches. Specialty subs carry out the Firehouse theme and the kids meals include a little fire helmet. $ L D

RUBBIE’S SOUTHSIDE GRILL & BAR 6905 Southside Dr., 367-0007. This South End family knows how to do BBQ. It may be off the beaten path for some folks but here you’ll find a bounty of secret BBQ recipes. $ L D pf

HARVEY’S CHEESE 1001 Logan St. (Logan Street Market), (512) 269-8127. Lots of cheeses to choose from over the counter. At lunch, grilled cheese sandwiches (as exotic as you want) and daily blackboard specials. Call ahead to reserve an artistically-arranged and tasty party tray of cheese, charcuterie and fruit. $$ L D f

CHICAGO STEAK & LEMONADE 9015 Galene Dr.,7421381. This local spot serves a variety of Philly cheese steaks, gyros, lemon-pepper fish dinners and wings. The lemonade comes in a passel of different flavor combos. $ L D

SHACK IN THE BACK BBQ 10706 W Manslick Rd., 3633227. It’s a new location for this long-time Fairdale restaurant. In addition to standards like ribs, pulled pork and chicken, you can find smoked bologna, turkey ribs and pork rinds, plain or loaded with your choice of toppings. $ L D f

COLD SMOKE BAGELS 1001 Logan St. (Logan Street Market), 309-4269. Four kinds every day, with a schmear of your choice. Bagels, sandwiches and the weekend brunch highlights latkes. $ B Br L f

EV'S DELI 500 W. Jefferson St., 614-6300. A cozy downtown deli located in the Hilliard-Lyons building. Open for breakfast and lunch, it offers a good selection of sandwiches, panini and wraps at budget prices. $ L

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FRANK'S MEAT & PRODUCE 3342 Preston Hwy., 3633989. Frank’s has been around a long time, treating those in the know to piled-high deli sandwiches for prices so reasonable it might seem you stepped into a time warp. There are steaks and chops and produce and other groceries, but it is best known for lunchtime service, where the long lines move fast, and the constant turnover ensures freshness of sandwiches and soups. $ L D

BUTCHER’S BEST 9521 US Hwy. 42., 365-4650. This fullystaffed meat store in Prospect offers custom-cut beef, lamb, pork, bison, chicken and veal, plus a well-stocked deli and specialty foods, with skilled butcher Jimmy Mike at the helm. $ L D f

BRUEGGER’S BAGELS 119 Breckenridge Ln., 618-1158. The bagel/sandwich chain has set up shop in the middle of St. Matthews, offering another quick breakfast and lunch option. Choose from bagels and breakfast sandwiches, muffins, panini, salads and soups. $ B L f

CLOSE ENOUGH CAFÉ 250 Spring St., Jeffersonville IN (812) 913-4911. Here you can find interesting breakfast sandwiches, hot and cold lunch sandwiches and coffee, geared to grab-and-go luncheaters. Mimosas and Bloody Marys at brunch. $$ B Br L f

ATG SANDWICH EMPORIUM 119 S. Seventh St. 653-7577. Against the Grain Brewery continues the decades-long lunch tradition of Another Place sandwich shop. The focus is on hot sandwiches and flatbreads with side dishes. In the evenings, the Flamingo Lounge presents a diverse music lineup in the bar downstairs. $$ L p

BRIAN’S DELI 531 S. Fourth St., 561-0098. Between Chestnut Street and Muhammad Ali Boulevard, Brian’s services the downtown lunch crowd with soup, salads, sandwiches and snacks. $ B L

GORILLA BOB’S GRUB SHACK 8503 Terry Rd. The line forms early at the window of this tiny, carry-out-only kitchen kiosk in Pleasure Ridge Park, where devotees from near and far flock for the best-selling Hot Brown, and also other substantial sandwiches: A Reuben, Meatball, Philly Cheesesteak and Cuban, among others. $ L D f

GALAN'S MEAT MARKET & DELI 2801 W. Market St., 6148514. This old-school butcher shop also offers piled-high deli sandwiches and sides such as German potato salad or sour cream macaroni and cheese salad. Eat-in at the handful of small tables or take away. $$ B L D

HONEYBAKED CAFÉ 4600 Shelbyville Rd., 895-6001, 6423 Bardstown Rd., 239-9292, 3602 Northgate Crt., New Albany IN, 941-9426. Before holidays, you go in and carry out huge spiral-sliced hams or turkey breasts or beef roasts for your own parties. In the off season, you sit down in the café and order generous, filling sandwiches made from those same meats, served on rolls or croissants, cold or with a hot cheese melt. Soup and salads too. And cookies. $ L D f

SMOKEY BONES BBQ 2525 Hurstbourne Gem Ln., 4917570. This Stony Brook-area eatery combines a sports-bar with a barbecue concept. Its large and varied menu includes wings and burgers, steaks and pork chops, and several takes on mac ‘n’ cheese, as well as righteous ribs. $$ L D p

MANHATTAN GRILL 429 W. Muhammad Ali Blvd., 5610027. $ B

TORINO'S SANDWICH BAR 821 E. Market St., 785-6800. Torino’s is one of two additions to NuLu Marketplace. An Italian-style deli, Torino’s offers Italian, roast beef and meatball subs, artichoke & eggplant panini, salads, deli counter items, and grab & go items. It is also a front for its sister business, Gertie’s Whiskey Bar. $$ L p

PARNELLI'S CHICAGO EATERY 3548 E. 10th St., Jeffersonville IN, 913-0025. If you crave Windy City classics like Vienna Beef hot dogs with neon relish or wet Italian beef sandwiches with giardiniera, head to the Jeff suburbs for Chicago specialites, incuding Greektown favorites like gyros and falafel. $ L D f

JIMMY JOHN’S SUB SHOP (11 Locations) This national sandwich-shop chain offers a wide selection of over stuffed subs that benefit from fresh quality ingredients. But what sets them apart from the rest is their value — and they deliver. $ L D f

POTBELLY SANDWICH SHOP 302 S. Fourth St., 540-1100, 4023 Summit Plaza Dr., 420-9616, 9018 Taylorsville Rd., 290-4820. This local outpost of the Chicago chain offers substantial sandwiches, salads and even breakfast sandwiches and oatmeal both to the downtown lunch crowd along Fourth St., and out at the Summit in the eastern suburbs. $ L D f

MAIN EATERY 643 W. Main St., 589-7200. Smack dab in the middle of the Main Street historic district, this fashionable deli lures the savvy business midday crowd. $ L

SEEDS AND GREENS NATURAL MARKET & DELI 207 W. First St., New Albany IN, 944-3800. Browse among the organic vegetables and health foods, and stop by the deli for soups and salads, hot and cold sandwiches, vegan, vegetarian and omnivore preparations. $ L D

JASON’S DELI 4600 Shelbyville Rd., 896-0150, 410 N. Hurstbourne Pkwy., 412-4101. Don’t look for a New York kosher-style deli at this Texas-based chain, but suburbanites are lining up at its multiple locations for oversize sandwiches, salads, wraps and more. $ L D f

JERSEY MIKE’S SUBS 10266 Shelbyville Rd., 244-1991, 10519 Fischer Park Dr., 425-1025, 1983 S. Hurstbourne Pkwy., 384-1384, 3013 Poplar Level Rd., 263-7002 404 W. Daisy Ln., New Albany IN, 812-590-1359, 5530 East Hwy. 62, Jeffersonville IN, 812-920-0359, 1305 Veterans Pky. Clarksville IN, 812-725-8799. East Coast-style sub shop with local faves that include cheese, ham, prosciuttini, capicola, salami, pepperoni and fixings. $ L D f

PANERA BREAD CO. (10 Locations) Warm breads finishbaked on the premises make a tasty base for a variety of sandwiches. Soups, salads, coffee drinks and a free WiFi hotspot make Panera’s outlets popular gathering places. $ B L D f

FRONTIER DINER 7299 Dixie Hwy., 742-2478. The name “diner” says it all, and this friendly neighborhood spot on Dixie Highway delivers just what you’d expect in downhome comfort fare. The word on the street, though, is simple: Go for the pancakes. They’re worth a special trip. $ L D

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PAYNE STREET BAKEHOUSE 225 S. Spring St., 895-8323. Nancy’s Bagel Grounds has remodeled the space that had been Willingers Beer Depot after moving from its longtime digs on Frankfort Ave. Despite the name change, you can still get bagels and cream cheese with your coffee or juices as well as a breakfast sandwich called The Willinger. $ B L PENN STATION (17 Locations). Billed as the East Coast Sub Headquarters, this sandwich kitchen does a brisk business here in the Louisville area. $ L D

CHECK’S CAFÉ 1101 E. Burnett Ave., 637-9515. You can whiff a scent of Louisville history coming off the old walls of this quintessential Germantown saloon. The bar food here is about as good as bar food gets, and that’s not bad. The openfaced roast beef sandwich, with mashed potatoes and brussels sprouts, is a F&D favorite. $ L D pf

COTTAGE CAFÉ 11609 Main St., Middletown, 244-9497. This nostalgic old house in the countryside offers a taste of Kentucky-style cookery in an array of lunch specials that range from homemade soups and sandwiches to the traditional Hot Brown. $ L

BURGER GIRL 3334 Frankfort Ave., 709-5454. Dan Borsch, who owns Burger Boy Diner and Neon Pizza, has expanded into Crescent Hill. Burger Girl is a 24-hour burger grill, the sister to long-time somnambulists’ favorite Burger Boy. $$ B L D f

D. NALLEY’S 970 S. Third St., 618-2429. The nostalgia here is almost palpable. The interior has been upgraded, but changed as little as possible. The food offerings continue to be diner standards, like what was served when it first opened 50+ years ago. $ B L D

LENNY’S SUB SHOP 3942 Taylorsville Rd., 454-7831. Another semi-national chain, covering mostly the South and Midwest, brings a selection of familiar subs, sandwiches and salads to Louisville diners eager for more standardized semifast food. $ L D f

THE SALAD CHIC 428 W. Market St., 650-4450. At this downtown lunch spot customers can build their own salads, salad and fruit kabobs or wraps, or choose from a prepared salad menu and changing daily soups. $$ L f

LOTSA PASTA 3717 Lexington Rd., 896-6361. This familyowned pioneer in gourmet cheeses, oils, dips, hummus and, of course, pasta has been in operation for 37 years now. They are mainly an eclectic specialty-food store but fans stand three-deep at the sandwich counter every afternoon. And next door is a comfy café, to eat that deli sandwich, or get coffee and dessert. $ L D f

STEVENS & STEVENS 1114 Bardstown Rd., 584-3354. This authentic New York-style deli occupies the rear third of the Ditto’s space in the heart of the Highlands. Take out or eat in one of the booths, you’ll get piled-high pastrami, brisket and corned beef and you’ll love lox and a schmear on your bagel — even if you don’t know what a schmear is. $ L

SUB STATION II 3101 Fern Valley Rd., 964-1075. The hardy No. 19, a six-meat-and-cheese super sub, keeps the store buzzing. An array of sandwiches, salad sides and desserts fill out an appetizing menu. $ L D

WHICH WICH? 9850 Von Allmen Ct., 290-3721, 221 S. Hurstbourne Pkwy., 708-2535, 13124 W. Hwy 42, 2280621, 3531 Grant Line Rd., New Albany IN, 920-0637. The concept here is “create your own sandwich” and draws on variety of proteins and over 30 toppings choices. The subs are the draw, but they also have wraps, and now a variety of shakes. $$ B L D

DAVE & PEG’S COPPER KETTLE 276 Main Cross St., Charlestown IN, 256-4257. $ B L D

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QUIZNO’S SUBS 4212 Charlestown Rd., New Albany IN, 9817849. Toasted breads, a sandwich selection of meats, veggies and fish are built to fight hunger. Fresh soups are available daily, from chili to chowder; so are salads and desserts. $ L f

BURGER BOY 1450 S. Brook, 635-7410. For a real slice of Louisville life, this weathered greasy spoon at the corner of Brook and Burnett is the real thing. Neighborhood denizens drink coffee and chow down on burgers and breakfast until the wee hours (the joint is open 24 hours). If Louisville is home to a budding Charles Bukowski, there’s a good chance he’s sitting at their counter right now, recovering from last night’s excesses. $ B L D

DELI (11 Locations) Emphasizing quality customer service, this delicatessen ladles up such soups as gumbo and chicken tortilla along with cutting board favorites. They have a special way with a tumbler of sweet iced tea. $ L D

THE BLOCK GOURMET DELI 14041 Shelbyville Rd., 7854689. A husband and wife team with considerable experience in restaurants runs this Middletown deli. Fans report excellent thick sandwiches, fresh salads and homemade soups. Box lunches and catering also available. $$ L D

COTTAGE INN 570 Eastern Pkwy., 637-4325. Longtime neighborhood fixture Cottage Inn has a bright new look, and continues happily doling out the kind of excellent downhome food it has served since 1929. $ L D

SOUPY’S 3027 Hunsinger Ln., 451-5325. Back in 1987, Danny Bowling’s mother-in-law, Bette, started making pots of soup in a corner of Bowling's Meats & Deli, a family courtesy that led in 1995 to Soupy’s. Now it’s about 2 million cups of soup later, by Soupy’s estimate, all using Bette’s recipes, cooked up in small batches daily. Salads, sandwiches (including veggie burgers) and sweets as well. $ L D

LADY TRON’S 147 E. Market St., New Albany, IN 725-9510. Owner Summer Seig has created an eclectic sci-fi theme for her soup and sandwich diner. Outside is Lady Tron, a smiling robot with red hair and a yellow apron; inside, you can find seasonal soups and sandwiches. $ B L D

SWEET PEACHES 1800 W. Muhammad Ali Blvd., 356-0232. Breakfast, sandwiches and soups are what you will find at this West End spot. And don’t overlook fresh baked goodies like brownies and cookies or the chance to wash them down with peach-flavored sweet tea. This also is the location of the monthly Sweet Peaches Poetry Slam. $ B L D

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LONNIE’S BEST TASTE OF CHICAGO 121 St. Matthews Ave., 895-2380. This appetizing operation offers genuine Chicago style hot dogs and a taste of Chicago atmosphere for a fair price. $ L D f

THELMA’S DELI 140 N. Fourth St. (Galt House), 589-5200. Located in the glassed-in walkway (conservatory) between the two hotel towers, Thelma’s provides breakfast items,

MELT 502 6318 Bardstown Rd., 594-8570. Here you will find egg rolls and sandwiches crafted from unusual combinations, all named after hip-hop or soul singers. The "Hot Boy" sandwich has grilled buffalo chicken, cream cheese and ranch sauce; the "M.I. Yayo" egg roll is stuffed with shrimp and cheese, and "Big Poppa” rolls contain jalapeños, bacon, and three cheeses. $$ L D

SCHLOTZSKY’S DELI 10531 Fischer Park Dr., 425-8447. The original Schlotzsky’s offered just one kind of sandwich — “The Original” — when it opened its first eatery in Austin, Texas, in 1971. Now this national chain vends a full selection of deli-style fare, with one significant improvement on the traditional deli: the servers are invariably polite. $ B L D f

MORRIS DELI & CATERING 2228 Taylorsville Rd., 4581668. Many locals still know this small, popular Highlands deli as Karem Deeb’s after its longtime previous owner. Mostly for takeout — it packs in a few crowded tables — it’s known for high-quality, hand-made deli fare. $ L

VINAIGRETTE SALAD KITCHEN 203 N. Hurstbourne Pkwy., 205-9933, 3012 Bardstown Rd., 874-5740. This Lexington-based modestly upscale salad restaurant offers locally sourced soups and salads and fresh lemonade. The menu includes the Bluegrass Blackberry salad; chicken taco and maki shrimp salads; and soups such as creamy tomato and sausage, kale and potato. Be sure to try one of three fresh lemonades on offer daily. $$ L D

FOUR KINGS CAFÉ 4642 Jennings Ln., 968-2930. Steamtable service featuring spaghetti and meatballs, lasagna and chicken attract a hungry lunch crowd at this casual spot, and brunch specialties are just as popular. $ L D pf

GASLIGHT DINER 10509 Watterson Trl., 694-2322. The owners of Mac’s Dough House did some research and

PAUL’S FRUIT MARKET 3922 Chenoweth Sq., 896-8918, 4946 Brownsboro Rd., 426-5070, 12119 Shelbyville Rd., 253-0072, 3704 Taylorsville Rd., 456-4750. One of Louisville’s popular sources for produce, cheeses, deli items, and the like. Deli sandwiches and salads are available (takeout only). $ L D

WAGNER’S PHARMACY 3113 S. Fourth St., 375-3800. A track-side institution that has as much history as the nearby Twin Spires of Churchill Downs. Soups, sandwiches, shakes and an early bird “trainer’s” breakfast can be enjoyed all year round. Racing history on the walls and servers who’ll call you “hon.” $ B L

O’DOLLYS 7800 Third St. Rd., 375-1690. Homestyle steamtable favorites, available from breakfast to dinner, not to mention full bar service that makes O’Dollys a Southwest Louisville destination. $ B L D p

CASK SOUTHERN KITCHEN & BAR 9980 Linn Station Rd., 614-6499. The former SOU! Southern Kitchen & Bar has been reconceptualized as, as one customer called it, a “Bbq plus restaurant.” Gumbo, Brunswick stew, grit fritters and pulled pork nachos, dry rubbed oak-smoked ribs, smoked meatloaf sandwich (served hot or cold) and buttermilk Southern fried chicken sandwich are among the new items on the menu. $$$ D p

menu is Southern comfort food: excellent fried chicken, pork chops, sweet potato casserole, and mac and cheese. $$ B L D p

Jay’s former owners serve up Southern Soul food in Shively at family-friendly prices. Look for smothered pork chops, collard greens, fried chicken, fried catfish and fruit cobbler. $ L D

LIL' WAGNERS 4520 Poplar Level Rd., (Derby City Gaming), 961-7600. A sit-down restaurant when you need a break from betting. Burgers and sandwiches (including fried bologna), starters like nachos, fried pickles and crab cakes, and soups and salads. Also a grab-and-go menu of wraps, sandwiches and desserts. $ L D

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GERALDINE’S KITCHEN 402 Wall St., Jeffersonville IN, 9247707. Geraldine is the late mother of owner/chef Bob Hoyland; Geraldine’s Kitchen is a tribute to her sense of hospitality. Breakfast and lunch are served in an inviting, homey atmosphere. $ B L

FRANCO’S RESTAURANT & CATERING 3300 Dixie Hwy., 448-8044. Long-time fans of Jay’s Cafeteria (including politicians and national entertainers) are no longer bereft.

DASHA BARBOURS SOUTHERN BISTRO 217 E. Main St., 882-2081. This peripatetic, family-owned restaurant with a fine reputation settled anew, moving from Buechel to downtown, into the former Celtic Pig. Dasha’s certainly gives the “bistro” concept a down-home Southern twist. The

FUN FOOD KITCHEN & DELI 4106 Murphy Ln., 329-2266. This East End strip mall soul food outlet has it all: jumbo chicken wings and tenders, pork ribs and rib tips, fish, sandwiches, home-cooked sides, peach cobbler and banana pudding. $ L D f

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LINDSAY'S KITCHEN 5300 Cane Run Rd., 384-4823. Good ol' southern hospitality and home-made food are the draws at this modest place in the far southwest of the city. The menu includes chicken-fried steak, meatloaf and liver and onions.

FORTY ACRES AND A MULE RESTAURANT 1800 Dixie Hwy., 776-5600. $ L D

LUCRETIA’S KITCHEN 1812 West Muhammad Ali Blvd. (Chef Space), 294-8143. It’s Wing Wednesday, Rib Tip

DADDY VIC'S SOUL FOOD 4444 Cane Run Rd., 365-3631, 426 Pearl St. (Elks Lodge), New Albany IN (812) 945-8111. The daily specials here cycle through the soul-food lexicon: smothered pork chops, Bar-B-Que ribs, fried catfish, chicken and dumplings, and on Sundays, baked chicken or pot roast. $$ L D p

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METRO DINER 4901 Outer Loop, 357-0767. The first local outlet of this Florida-based chain features "classic comfort food with flair.” Harking back to the glory days of diners, Metro Diner offers breakfast, lunch and dinner menus all day long. Signature dish is fried chicken and waffles, with burgers, seafood and salads also available. $$ B L D

FLO'S HOUSE OF SOUL 3400 W. Muhammad Ali Blvd., 7423065. You order at the window and eat on the patio, which has heaters for cooler weather and TVs for watching big games. Owner Jason Hatcher tries to do good for his community, offering food rewards to kids with good report cards. Choices include burgers, chili dogs, Philly cheesesteaks, whiting and catfish sandwiches, nachos and ice cream. $$ Br D pf

BOOK & BOURBON SOUTHERN KITCHEN 600 Terminal Dr. (Louisville Airport). This library-themed concept at this upscale, airport dining venue offers more than 100 bourbons, along with a classic craft cocktail list. The food menu tweaks Southern comfort food with items such as fried green tomato Benedict and buttermilk fried chicken and waffles. $$ B L D p

decided that one more pizza place was more than J’town needed, so they have converted their space to a diner: all day breakfast, lunchtime specials and comfort food dinners to appeal to all ages. $$ B Br L D f

GOOSE CREEK DINER 2923 Goose Creek Rd., 339-8070. Goose Creek Diner offers old-fashioned comfort food, as the name “diner” suggests, but transcendently adds a gourmet taste to the down-home eats. $ B Br L D

FRY DADDY’S 1991 Brownsboro Rd., 742-4596, 1270 S. Preston St., 384-4012. Here, you start with a plate of fries topped with Monterey Jack cheese. Then you can choose from 7 protein additions such as fried chicken, pulled pork, vegan chicken, snow crab and lobster. And then, you can choose from 12 sauces and other toppings before leave the building. $$ L D

DUNDEE TAVERN 2224 Dundee Rd., 458-6637. After a few flips and changes, Dundee Tavern has found its soul again as a neighborhood bar. A lot of beer choices on draft and in bottles, and a comfort food menu that includes wings and fingers, fried pickles, chili, burgers and sandwiches and Tavern Specialties like grilled flat iron steak and southernfried cod. $$ L D pf

SOUTHERN RESTAURANT & LOUNGE 301 W. Market St., 649-0037. This corner spot that was for many years Deke’s Marketplace Grill has new life. Now, during the day, it is an upscale dining destination, featuring a Southern-inspired menu. In the evening it becomes a lounge with live music and limited menu. $$ D p

THE BLACK JOCKEYS LOUNGE 630 S. Fourth St., 5870526. Most recently this downtown space was Encore on 4th. Now, in partnership with the Project to Protect AfricanAmerican Turf History, Black Jockeys Lounge celebrates the history of Black jockeys. Waitstaff wear jockey-inspired uniforms and the menu features items the jockeys may have ordered themselves: chicken and waffles, jerk chicken, prime rib, fried catfish and bread pudding. $$ Br L p

Thursday, Fried Fish Friday and Soul Food Sunday at this ambitious little startup operating in the business incubator in the near West End.$$ Br L D

projector for 3D football viewing, a game room for kids, and plenty of wings, shrimp, burgers and beer. $$ L D pf

HARBOR AND HOPS 3010 Gottbrath Pkwy., Jeffersonville IN, 748-2622. TIn 2020 the Brown family localized and rebranded their erstwhile franchise operation, emerging with the largest selection of draft beer in Southern Indiana (85 taps) plus draft wines, hard ciders, kombucha and hard seltzer. The hearty pub menu is familiar and comforting –lots of burgers, beer cheese soup, salads and sandwiches, and a limited entree selection. $$$ L D pf

CORRAL 1402 Cedar St., Clarksville IN. 812-9137577, 4032 Taylorsville Rd., 883-5700. Now cafeteria style family dining at one price, all you can eat. Steaks are served beginning at 4 p.m. $ B L D

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SOUTHERN HOSPITALITY 3402 W. Broadway, 822-1474. A family sports bar that satisfies all ages with its homey atmosphere and its well-crafted familiar food like double cheeseburgers, fried chicken with hot water cornbread, catfish, wings and ribs. $ L D p

FLANAGAN’S ALE HOUSE 934 Baxter Ave., 585-3700. Gourmet pizzas, hoagies, and an enormous beer selection draw Highlands folks to this cozy neighborhood pub. For a late night pizza (the kitchen’s open until 2 a.m.), it’s one of the best options in the city. $$ L D pf

GRANVILLE INN 1601 S. Third St., 636-2748. A longtime gathering place for U of L students, faculty and fans, this sturdy redbrick tavern just north of the university campus offers a good variety of bar munchies, sandwiches and simple grilled fare plus pizza. It’s perhaps best known, though, for the signature Granville Burger, widely reputed as one of the best burgers in town. $ L D p

SOUTHERN EXPRESS 418 W. Oak St., 963-1719. This wellknown West End carryout spot has moved into a sit-down location in Old Louisville. There, classic soul food is served for eat-in or takeout and at rock-bottom prices. Diners build their own meal at $1 per item. Choices vary daily, but look for fried chicken, cooked cabbage, fried whiting, pork roast, fried or smothered pork chops, mac and cheese and rib tips.

BACKSIDE AT WHISKEY ROW 108 W. Washington St., 6302012. Taking over the space near the Yum! Center that had briefly held The Hall on Washington, Backside’s menu leans toward American dishes: burgers, chicken sandwiches, honey-butter biscuits and salads. The restaurant is also adding bourbon flights to qualify for a listing on the Urban Bourbon Trail. $$ L D p

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BROWNIE’S THE SHED GRILLE & BAR 9900 Linn Station Rd., 326-9830, 826 W. Main St., New Albany IN, 920-0030. Restaurant owner and namesake Keith Brown used to host neighborhood gatherings in a shed at his home. Now he brings the same sociable concept to his two sports pubs, the area’s official homes for Cincinnati Bengals fans. $ L D pf

GERTIE'S WHISKEY BAR 821 E. Market St., 785-6800. Nashville chef (and Louisville native) Matt Bolus has opened a second location of his popular Gertie's Whiskey Bar, hidden away, speakeasy-style, behind Torino's Sandwich Bar; both businesses are part of Nashville-based Red Pebble Hospitality. Bolus has hand-picked 11 single barrel selections to augment the 100+ bottles of whiskey in stock. $$$ D p f

HARRY’S TAPHOUSE & KITCHEN 130 W. Riverside Dr., Jeffersonville IN., 725-1111. The terrace and patio of this family-friendly riverside spot provide wide views of the Ohio, where you can chow down on well-crafted bar food – fried pickles or jalapeño cheese balls, harvest apple salad, a

MATTIE'S KITCHEN 1018 S. 15th St., (St. Stephens Family Life Center), 544-8954. Open Wednesdays and Fridays for lunch and dinner, and Sundays for after-church dining. The flexible menu can list fried or baked chicken, pork chops, mac n’ cheese, spaghetti and meatballs, and on Fridays, catfish is a special.$ Br L

DRAKE’S 3939 Shelbyville Rd., 614-7327, 3921 Summit Plaza Dr., 384-3921, 2651 S. Hurstbourne Pkwy., 409-6130. Lexington-based Bluegrass Hospitality Group has three local outlets that offer twenty-four craft beers on tap to wash down the traditional pub grub of tacos, ribs and — these days — sushi. Family-friendly by day and a hoppin’ spot at night, with music videos and a DJ. $$ L D pf

BUD’S TAVERN GOOD FOOD & BARBECUE 4014 Dixie Hwy., 384-9131, 9119 Galene Dr., 409-6066. This wellestablished Shively tavern has added a second location in Jeffersontown. It’s noted for excellent service and honest bar food that consistently receives high praise. Signature dishes — “gently fried” grouper, burgers (including a Reuben burger), as well as burritos and barbecue — are now available at both locations. $ L D pf

SOUL FOOD DINING 4900 Poplar Level Rd., 915-8239. A cafeteria-style restaurant that offers all that a soul food fan would want: BBQ chicken, meatloaf, ribs, pork chops (with or without gravy), catfish, buffalo, and whiting, mac and cheese, mashed potatoes, greens, green beans, sweet potatoes and slaw. $$ L D

ABOUT TIME BAR AND GRILL 12406 La Grange Rd. At this suburban sports bar and grill you can find casual fare like fried cod, fish and steak tacos and Philly cheesesteaks. The bar serves an extensive cocktail menu, beer and wine. $ L D p f

THE KITCHEN TABLE 522 Happy Hollow Rd., Clermont, KY 347-2920. Jim Beam Distillery’s on-site restaurant serves high-quality traditional Kentucky dishes (burgoo, fried catfish, fried chicken) and interesting variations (dick poppers, hot smoked trout). Bourbon balls, of course, are among the dessert choices. $$$ L pf

SHIRLEY MAE’S CAFÉ 802 Clay St., 589-5295. This Smoketown institution draws hungry locals as well as celebrities in town hungry for the soul food of their youth. BBQ ribs and hot-water cornbread cooked in a cast iron skillets. Pig’s feet and chicken wings and collards, all seasoned with Shirley Mae Beard’s spice rack — salt and pepper. $ L D

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FIRST STRING BAR AND GRILL 5921 New Cut Rd., 3660049. This South End sports bar offers pizza, baked spaghetti, fried bologna sandwiches and Cajun dry rub chicken wings. $$ L D p

SUE'S TOUCH OF COUNTRY 2605 Rockford Ln., 450-5059. Sue’s provides Shively with the kind of “stick to your ribs” food you go to a country/family style restaurant for. Daily Specials, homemade desserts and breakfast served all day. $

CRAVINGS ALA CARTE 101 S. Fifth St. (National City Tower), 584-6846. This thrifty deli offers a variety of buildyour-own sandwiches, a soup-and-salad bar and specialty bars featuring baked potatoes and a monthly ethnic creation.

PO-Z'S KITCHEN 6801 Dixie Hwy., 883-0073. Pleasure Ridge Park residents in need of chicken wings, fried fish and side dishes like fried cabbage, mixed greens and sweet baked beans can find them here. Desserts too, like banana pudding and honey bun cake. $$ L D p

BAXTER’S 942 BAR & GRILL 942 Baxter Ave., 409-9422. Lively music offerings and excellent barbecue have made this Lower Highlands bar and grill a satisfying place to dine. The BBQ comes as pulled chicken, pork and brisket in sandwiches or full dinners. $ D pf

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V-GRITS 1025 Barret Ave., 742-1714. Vegan food truck V-Grits has settled down in the busy corner on the border of Germantown and the Highlands. Co-owner Kristina Addington defines her vegan menu as “southern comfort food, stick to your ribs, healthy junk food.” She has recently taken over False Idol Brewery, which shared the space, and rebranded it as Chimera Brewing Co. $$ L D pf

GERTIE’S SPORTS BAR NEXT DOOR 823 E. Market St. (NuLu Marketplace), 785-6800. The owners of Gertie’s Whiskey Bar have opened a sports bar right next door, featuring a Fireball machine and tequila snow cones. Watch games and indulge in“sophisticated hotdogs” and Frito pie, as well as shareable snacks. $$ D p

BUBBA'S 33 4631 Medical Plaza Way, Clarksville IN, 2845933. The 12th location of the growing chain from the guys at Texas Roadhouse, Bubba’s is a family friendly sports bar with TVs galore and corn hole boards on the patio. The menu offers chicken with two types of bacon, chili-rubbed salmon, smoked chipotle wings, a spicy habanero burger and pizzas.

GREAT AMERICAN GRILL 2735 Crittenden Dr. (Hilton Garden Inn), 637-2424. Salads, burgers, pastas and sandwiches are available for the casual diner; main entrées include New York strip, filet of salmon and more. $ Br D pf

BIG AL’S BEERITAVILLE 1715 Mellwood Ave., 893-4487. Good people, good food, cold beer: The sign out front says it all, and we might add “cool atmosphere” in praise of this small but friendly Butchertown oasis. $ L D pf

GERSTLE’S PLACE 3801 Frankfort Ave., 742-8616. A popular St. Matthews neighborhood tavern since 1924. Although dining is secondary to booze and sports here, the food goes well beyond mere pub grub. $ L D pf

BUNGALOW JOE’S BAR & GRILL 7813 Beulah Church Rd., 931-5637. A “family friendly sports bar and grill” in the Fern Creek area boasts 23 HDTVs including a 5- by 7-foot HD

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BEEF O’BRADY’S 241 Blankenbaker Pkwy., 254-2322, 5628 Bardstown Rd., 239-2226, 3101 S. Second St., 637-3737, 11324 Preston Hwy., 969-5559, 105 LaFollette Ct., Floyds Knobs IN, 923-1316. If you think your basic sports pub is only suitable for guys guzzling beer, take another look: Beef O’Brady’s puts the “family” in “family sports pub,” offering a wholesome environment. $ L D f

VIBES RESTAURANT & ULTRA LOUNGE 1346 River Rd., 568-6691. This sleek, chic, eclectic music and food venue is in the former Relish building. Vibes serves bar bites such as burgers and sandwiches, appetizers, loaded hot dogs and entrees like wings, tenders, shrimp and fish at lunch, brunch and dinner. $$ Br L D p

DARK HORSE TAVERN 2354 Frankfort Ave., 709-5176. The handsome renovations to this little house is a great addition to the bustling Frankfort Avenue corridor. With a neighborhood bar vibe, well-made cocktails and a fusion bar food menu featuring tacos from around the world. $$ L D pf

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PINTS&UNION 114 E. Market St., New Albany IN., 9134647. Beer maven (and F&D contributor) Roger Baylor and partner Joe Phillips have renovated an old neighborhood bar, where the taps dispense familiar quality beers and ales, the bar crafts interesting cocktails and the bottled beer selection skews toward Belgian ales. The small kitchen offers pubinspired small plates with an Indian accent. $ L D p

JOHN O’BRYAN’S TAVERN 4123 Flintlock Dr., 449-4940. $ B L D f

LOSERS812 1005 W. Market St., Jeffersonville IN, 812-9131414. Two local musicians who saw an unfilled market niche for rock and roll in all its many permutations put their money where their chords are, and the result is live music seven days a week, a late-night kitchen, full bar, billiards, a small arcade, and corn hole. The Jeffersonville venue lies in the shadow of the Clark Memorial Bridge. $ L D pf

HILLCREST TAVERN 3212 Frankfort Ave., 290-6917. Dan Borsch, who runs several Old Louisville spots like Burger Boy Diner and Old Louisville Tavern, has expanded into Clifton with this renovation of a long-time neighborhood watering hole. The menu mirrors that of Old Louisville Tavern, with burgers, sandwiches, appetizers and a few entrée items. A vintage 100-year old bar will anchor the nostalgic ambiance. $$ L D pf

LOUISVILLE INTERNATIONAL PUB 5343 Mitscher Ave. 384-3952. A neighborhood bar with an international focus. Eclectic bar food options cover the globe with dinner and sandwich options like nachos, chili, falafel, poppers, burgers, kabobs, and shawarma.$ L D p

HITCHING POST INN 7314 Fegenbush Ln., 239-4724. In addition to its full bar and beer garden, and lively conversation, the Hitching Post Inn offers an array of pub grub, including burgers, chicken tenders, and sandwiches. $ L D pf

MG'S PRIME TIME CAFÉ 7017 Global Dr., 333-0719. If you find yourself hungry on the far Southwest side of town, this café can satisfy with appetizers like jalapeño poppers or fried pickles, burgers built your way, or an range of sandwich options. $ L D pf

OLD HICKORY INN 1038 Lydia St., 634-3011. John Murrow, long involved with Check’s Café, has re-opened this iconic Germantown bar, setting out to return the troubled property to its historic role as a quintessential neighborhood dive bar. $ L D p

HILLTOP TAVERN 1800 Frankfort Ave., 742-2908. The Skelton brothers (John is an alum of Seviche) have settled in at this prime Clifton location. Their tavern fare is focused on barbecue, with pulled pork and beer-butt chicken specialties, along with hefty sandwiches (their meatloaf is a standout). $ D p

PORCH KITCHEN & BAR 280 W. Jefferson St. (Marriott), 671-4246. As part of the recent renovation of the Marriott, this all-day restaurant replaces Champions Sports Grill. The name reflects the intention of the new restaurant to be a homey, welcoming downtown spot. Look for American-style comfort foods and a friendly bar. B Br L D pf

RAILYARD BILLIARDS & SPORTS BAR 630 Barret Ave., 618-4033. Serious pool players and rabid sports watchers will find common cause amid 4,000 square feet of fun, or put another way, 31 pool tables, three bars with craft beer and cocktails, pub fare, 26 TVs, a covered deck and live music. All this, and Mile Wide Beer Co. is just downstairs, too. $$ L D FB f

HOOPS GRILL AND SPORTS BAR 6733 Strawberry Ln., 375-4667. The name says it all: sports, casual dining and good things to drink all find their natural meeting place at this friendly neighborhood spot that boasts 3 different steak sandwiches, along with pizza, burgers and chicken. $ L D pf

RECBAR 10301 Taylorsville Rd., 509-3033, 336 Pearl St., New Albany IN, 670-5234. Family fun is the object here, with

OLD LOUISVILLE TAVERN 1532 S. Fourth St., 409-6281. It’s risen from the ashes, the interior gutted and redone, a new kitchen installed, but the menu is the same as before: top-flight bar grub made from scratch. An expanded beer program with 16 new taps includes a selection of local and craft beers. $$ L D pf

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NEW DIRECTION BAR & GRILL 2630 Chamberlain Ln., 243-8429. $ L D pf

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HIGHLANDS TAPROOM GRILL 1058 Bardstown Rd., 5845222. Another nice choice for beer and bar food along the B’town Rd. corridor, but owner Tommy Clemons’ menu includes, but extends beyond, the usual beer cheese, chili and burgers. Look for the crabby patty or the French toast sausage. The pulled pork spring rolls are on their way to becoming legendary. $$ L D pf

NEIL & PATTY’S FIRESIDE BAR & GRILL 7611 IN 311, Sellersburg IN, 246-5456. A family owned and operated outpost up the road a piece, long known for their warm and welcoming, down-home atmosphere, has expanded their craft beer selection. The local cognoscenti know they can also find excellent pastas, steaks, seafood, and salads. Homemade soups are created daily. Breakfast served until 2 p.m. $$ Br L D p

INTERNATIONAL TAP HOUSE 637 E. Main St. The St. Louis-based chain has opened on the ground floor of the Main & Clay apartment building. Not a brewery, but a purveyor of hundreds of craft beers, ciders and a limited selection of wine. Patrons are invited to bring in food from neighboring businesses. $$ p f

O-LINE SPORTS GRILL 2813 N Hurstbourne Pkwy., 3846171. You can watch every game, every sport all year long, they claim. While you do, you can chow down a variety of bar food, such as the juicy Lucy cheese burger or nacho burger. The kids might like the mini-footballs, franks encased in pastry dough, fried and served with dipping sauces. $ L D p

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LEGENDS CAFÉ 2602 Charlestown Rd., New Albany IN, (812) 920-0786. This small, family-owned cafe, serves breakfast, lunch and dinner, with $1 beer every day. Daily specials rotate monthly, and Fridays are a fish-only menu. $

HELL OR HIGH WATER 112 W. Washington St., 587-3057. The entrance is through Hello Curio, an ostensible arts and crafts gallery. Downstairs is the main bar in a two-story library with a mezzanine floor, looking out onto a small live entertainment area. Craft cocktails are bourbon-focused but not exclusively. There is a small bites menu, but drinks are the center of the “speakeasy” experience. $$ D p

KERN’S KORNER 2600 Bardstown Rd., 456-9726. This family-owned tavern, a popular neighborhood pit stop since 1978, offers freshly made ham, chicken salad sandwiches and soups. The hamburgers, though, might be the best unpretentious burgers in town: freshly ground daily, always cooked perfectly, and served on a toasted bun. $ L D pf

KHALIL’S 10966 Dixie Hwy., 632-2227. A family sports bar in Valley Station boasts plenty of TVs, including some tabletop TVs in booths. Menu presents the usual bar food suspects — salads, wings, burgers — but the burgers are on pretzel buns.

chicken wrap, Philly cheesesteak or grilled bologna sandwich, baby back ribs or smothered chicken over jasmine rice or a full 1/2 pound burger. $$ L D pf

NEAT BOURBON BAR & BOTTLE SHOP 1139 Bardstown Rd., 690-3254. This Highlands vintage Bourbon bar takes advantage of the Kentucky vintage spirits law that allows bar owners to buy, sell and trade on the secondary market. The result is Neat’s focus on old and rare bottles that people have collected over the years and now want to sell or trade. $$ L D p

PEARL STREET TAPHOUSE 407 Pearl Street, Jeffersonville IN, 285-0890. Located in an historic home that was saved through a preservation grant, this pub has 24 taps with a heavy focus on local breweries, with regional and national choices as well. Food choices range from pizzas to baconwrapped dates to corned beef grilled cheese sandwiches. Everything is fresh and nothing is deep-fried. $ L D p f

THE PALM ROOM 1821 W. Jefferson St., 581-1251. The classic West End entertainment and dining spot is back, with a variety of special nights – Tuesday comedy, Thursday ladies’ night, Sunday brunch and jazz at night. The menu focuses on wings, salads and dinner specials. $$ D p

ZANZABAR 2100 S. Preston St., 635-9227. An icon of the ’70s bar scene. The stylish tile front has been recreated anew, the arcade is stocked with vintage games and top-flight live music plays late into the night. The chow several days a week is created by Yeon Hee Chung, owner of the former Charim Korean restaurant. $ L D

THE GOAT 700 Landis Ridge Dr., 791-8325. Ohio-based LC Lifestyle Communities operates this small chain of unusually named upscale-casual restaurants. Enjoy Italian pizza rolls, stuffed potatoes, salads, “double-grind” burgers, wings,

TAVERN ON FOURTH 427 S. Fourth St. (Fourth Street Live), 588-8888. This spacious sports bar adds to the festivities at Fourth Street Live. You will find plenty of games, filling upscale bar food and lots of drink choices at the bar. $$ D pf

AKASHA BREWING COMPANY 909 E. Market St., 7427770. Rick Stidham brews a full range of craft beers. Akasha is known for variations on a theme of kettle-soured Gose, as well as the scrupulously recreated Fehr’s XL, Louisville’s celebrated pre-Prohibition Pilsner. There is no food, but numerous NuLu eateries are located within carryout and delivery distance. $ D pf

RED YETI RESTAURANT 256 Spring St., Jeffersonville IN. 288-5788. The small brewing system is gone; rotating craft beer taps remain, and the kitchen is as ambitious (and popular) as ever. It’s the little things, like ample street-side seating and a genuinely thoughtful kid’s menu. Appetizers like Goat Cheese Fritters and Truffle Fries lead logically to Buttermilk Fried Chicken, Brisket and a Kentuckiana Hot Brown. $$ L D pf

FALLS CITY TAPROOM 901 E. Liberty St., 257-7147. This historic brand that was first brewed in 1905 has been revived (2010) and re-imagined as a modern craft beer. Now you can sip on their offerings at their new taproom and beer garden operating just east of downtown where Phoenix Hill and NuLu merge. Food is also offered tableside from the adjacent Bandido Taqueria Mexicana. $$ L D pf

SERGIO’S WORLD BEERS 1605 Story Ave., 618-2337. Despite minimal signage, Sergio’s Butchertown digs pull in his fans, who dig the quirky website, and the whole aura of haughty mystery. What you really need when you locate the place is a desire to explore Sergio’s world beer inventory, nearing 1000 different brews. $$ D

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TROLL PUB UNDER THE BRIDGE 150 W. Washington St., 618-4829. On the downslope alongside the Clark Memorial Bridge, a large troll beckons the adventurous into a space excavated out of the lost space in the old whiskey warehouse. The renovation boasts lots of dark, brick-walled spaces, as well as a funky outdoor dining area in the lightwell. The menu offers stacked sandwiches, bison burgers and sweet potato tots, and ribeye steaks. $$ L D pf

THE EARL 109 E. Market St., New Albany IN, 590-2611. This bar offers craft cocktails and upscale bar food such as spicy pimento cheese with pretzel bread, cheese and charcuterie boards, and roasted cauliflower with bleu cheese. $$ D p

AGAINST THE GRAIN BREWERY 401 E. Main St., 5150174. Slugger Field once again has a beer-pub. The owners, veterans of the local brewing revival, have worked out an ambitious rotating beer selection and a smokehouse theme for the kitchen, with an emphasis on seasonal dishes. $$ L D pf

THIRSTY HOUND SPORTS BAR 7207 Fegenbush Ln., 9197003. This Fern Creek hangout offer all that a sports fan could want: wings and ribs, nachos, potato skins, fried pickles, sandwiches, pork chops and steaks. $$ L D pf

TIM TAM TAVERN 1022 Clarks Ln., 883-0101. Named for the 1958 Kentucky Derby winner, the Schnitzelburg/ Audubon neighborhood bar has a new look and a kitchen that serves bar staples like burgers, fried pickles and cheese curds plus pizza from Danny Mac’s Pizza. (Dan McMahon, owner of Danny Mac’s Pizza, is a partner.) $ L D p f

THE SPORTS & SOCIAL CLUB 427 S. Fourth St. (Fourth Street Live), 568-1400. This Cordish-owned spot has four bars — including one that opens out onto the street — plenty of TVs to catch every game, and even a “stadium style sports media room.” Chow down with the usual burgers, sandwiches and wings. $$ L D pf

3RD TURN BREWING 10408 Watterson Tr., 482-3373. Jeffersontown’s first brewery inhabits a repurposed 150-yearold church building, and offers an ever-changing roster of beer styles. Guests are welcome to bring their own food. 3rd Turn’s second location is Oldham Gardens at 6300 Old Lagrange Rd. in Crestwood KY, boasting an acre of indoor and outdoor space at a former garden center. $ D pf

B.J.’S RESTAURANT & BREWHOUSE 7900 Shelbyville Rd.(Oxmoor Center), 326-3850. This Southern California chain arrived east of the Mississippi, including a large and imposing brewhouse at Oxmoor Center. A full range of made-in-Nevada craft beers is dispensed, along with upscalecasual pub grub. $$ L D p

APOCALYPSE BREW WORKS 1612 Mellwood Ave., 7420090. Veteran home brewers Leah Dienes, Paul Grignon and Bill Krauth run this brewery in Butchertown, dedicated to fresh craft beer in a space that heats with solar, recycles and reuses materials and grains. Their taproom, dubbed The Fallout Shelter, serves up to 10 of their concoctions. $ f

BUTCHERTOWN BREWING 1860 Mellwood Ave., 4379407. Small batch brewery located at The Mellwood Arts Center, where Andy Cobb has garnered a determined cult following for an array of fruited sours and behemoth-scale stouts like Arise, a boozy 12% barrel-conditioned Imperial Stout. No food. $ D pf

SHOPBAR 950 Barret Ave., 709-4696. The former gas station has been converted into a small artisanal boutique and welcoming bar with a food truck — FoodShop at the rear. The menu rotates, but recently it included fried white fish, a pork jowl sandwich served on a pretzel bun, and mushroom tostadas. $ Br D pf

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THE PEARL 1151 Goss Ave., 996-7552. The Pearl aims to be a classic neighborhood pub (not unlike Pauly’s, which it replaces). It also aims to be a spirits-focused hangout, with a bar menu limited to snacks like pickled eggs, country ham and cheese sandwiches and free popcorn or roasted nuts. In the works is a permanent food truck to be parked in the rear to expand food offerings. $$ L D pf

THE LIBRARY 400 S. Second St., (Omni Hotel), 313-6664. By day, the Library serves coffee, lattes and tea along with freshly baked pastries. By late afternoon, it morphs into a bourbon bar with locally inspired cocktails. $ B L p

ATRIUM BREWING 1154 Logan St., 690-3069. The Shelby Park neighborhood is definitely on the upswing: it now has a local brewery. Atrium’s first efforts include a hazy IPA, coffee stouts in collaboration with Bean on Goss Ave. and fruitinfused tart ales. Brick & Mortar food truck provides a beerfocused menu. $ L D p f

games galore: pool and ping-pong, skeeball, arcade games (for Nintendo, Sega Genesis, Super NES) and card and board games. A full bar and pub-style food, too. $$ L D pf

RIVER CITY DRAFTHOUSE 1574-1/2 Bardstown Rd., 6905111. Another beer joint along the Bardstown Road corridor boasts more than 20 taps focused on independent, American, craft beer (in sample, half-pint and pint sizes) and several bottled options. Its limited (for now) bar menu has garnered early praise for its wings. $$ L D f

SEASONED PUB & GRILL 6021 Timber Ridge Dr., 2906215. A quintessential sports bar with TVs galore and a classic bar menu: beer cheese, tots, onion rings or fries But also strombolis and other hot sandwiches, burgers and wings, of course, and salads. $$ L D p

TIN ROOF 3921 Shelbyville Rd., 895-1914. This Nashvillebased chain in the heart of St. Matthews has a split personality: a family-friendly vibe during the lunch hours; and a rockin’ juke joint at night with live music until 3 a.m. Its menu encompasses everything you expect from bar grub: deep-fried hot dogs, hot wings, quesadillas and salads for the ladies. $ L D pf

UNION RESTAURANT & GAMEYARD 115 W. Chestnut St., Jeffersonville IN, 590-1285. Those wanting more fun as well as some food after strolling across the Big Four bridge can find both here, near the bridge’s Indiana-side off-ramp. Burgers, of course, and brisket, pork belly and brined chicken breast sandwiches. After eating, play iceless curling, four-way volleyball, cornhole or ping-pong. $$ L D pf

ROOTIE’S SPORTS BAR & GRILLE 12205 Westport Rd., 365-4681. The first entry of the Buffalo-based chain to open in the area. Rootie’s angle is charcoal-grilled wings with a thick, hickory-smoked spicy sauce. $ L D pf

DONUM DEI BREWERY 3211 Grant Line Rd., New Albany IN, 590-2478. Owner Rick Otey maintains that beer is a gift from god, hence the name of his craft brewery. The interior is starkly Scandinavian modern. A distilling permit has made it the area’s first “brewstillery.” $ L D p

SANGRIA BAR AT UNION 125 W. Chestnut St., Jeffersonville IN, 812-725-7778. This colorful and airy weekends-only bar specializing in sangria and sparkling mimosas is freestanding, but shares ownership with the bustling adjacent Union Restaurant & GameYard, just yards from the Big Four Walking Bridge. $$ BL D pf

THE WATER COMPANY 400 S. Second St., (Omni Hotel), 313-6664. There is a 3rd-floor rooftop pool at the new Omni Hotel, and this is the bar that goes with it, also offering seasonally-inspired light bites. $$ L D p f

THE FOX DEN 3814 Frankfort Ave., 742-0068. Returning to his roots in the restaurant biz, Jared Matthews has revamped the St. Matthews Diamond Billiards space into The Fox Den. Plenty of sports-oriented fun can be found here: Ample big screen TVs, 11 pool and billiard tables, darts and live music, plus a menu of elevated bar food. Open every night till 4am. $$ L D pf

THE BACK DOOR 1250 Bardstown Rd. (Mid City Mall), 4510659. You need a bit of perseverance to track down this saloon on the back side of Mid-City Mall. When you do, you will find one of the city’s friendliest pubs, with a reputation for the best pour of drinks around. Limited bar fare, but don’t miss the chicken wings. $ D pf

SAINT’S 131 Breckinridge Ln., 891-8883. Almost like two restaurants in one, Saints features both a small, intimate, candle-lighted room and a larger, happily boisterous main room with the look and feel of a sports bar. $$ L D pf

pizza, wraps and craft beer on the expansive deck or around the community pool, or join one of the competitive leagues in euchre, corn hole or volleyball. $$ L D pf

TOASTY'S TAVERN 1258 S. Shelby St., 614-7094. An addition to the Germantown bar scene, Toasty’s addresses the needs of late night hungry imbibers with cheeseburgers and breakfast sandwiches, loaded fries, and a vegan hot dog. Signature cocktails include watermelon mint margarita and flavored daiquiris. $ D pf

CHIMERA BREWING COMPANY 1025 Barret Ave., 7421714. How many vegan restaurants have their own breweries? V-Grits, a vegan comfort food purveyor of longstanding, took control of the former False Idol Independent Brewers in 2020. Chimera’s beers are formulated to accompany the V-Grits food menu, and a portion of every pour is donated to local non-profits. $$ L D pf

BLUEGRASS BREWING COMPANY 300 W. Main St., 5620007. BBC, one of the first, if not the first, craft breweries in town, continues to produce their beers and ales here, and to feed upscale bar food to hardy souls who come downtown for entertainment. The Theater Square outlet at 600 S. 4th St. has been closed since the beginning of the pandemic. We are de-listing that outlet and look forward to reinstating that location in the future. $$ L D pf

UPLAND BREWING CO. 707 W. Riverside Dr., Jeffersonville IN, (812) 750-1234. This Hoosier brewing operation has

PUBLIC HOUSE BY AGAINST THE GRAIN 1576 Bardstown Rd., 409-9866. After almost 20 years of fine craft brewing, Cumberland Brews founder Mark Allgeier has passed the taps over to the guys at Against the Grain, who have redubbed the popular Highlands space the Public House. All the taps serve ATG brews (to-go growlers are available). The menu features pub grub with a twist, including burgers, paninis, pimento cheese balls and French onion soup. Brunches promise to be destination weekend events. $$ Br L D pf

MESA 216 Pearl St., New Albany IN, 725-7691. Mesa calls itself a “collaborative kitchen-classroom,” in which local established and aspiring chefs offer cooking demonstrations and food prep advice for a small audience, who will then eat what the chefs prepare before them. There is also a boutique selling high-end cookware and food products. $$ D p

WILD HOPS BOURBON BAR & LOUNGE 1001 Logan St. (Logan Street Market), 384-2001. The name speaks to the range of offerings at this bar inside the Logan Street Market. The on-site brewery crafts its own beer, and there is an extensive cocktail menu and a large selection of bourbons and other whiskeys. $$ B L D p f

THE BARD’S TOWN 1801 Bardstown Rd., 749-5275. The second floor theater continues to be a top local venue for all sorts of theater, improv and silly/hilarious roasts of toys

MILE WIDE BEER COMPANY 636 Barret Ave., 409-8139. Mile Wide’s reputation as the Hazy/New England-style IPA champions of Louisville is both deserved and slightly ironic, considering brewer/co-owner Kyle Tavares’ brewing education in Bavaria. His lagers are great, too. Tasty Neapolitan-style pizza is served by Mac’s at Mile Wide. $$

MY OLD KENTUCKY DINNER TRAIN 602 N. Third St., Bardstown KY, (502) 348-7300. Talk about a nostalgia trip: My Old Kentucky Dinner Train offers a four-course meal during a two-hour voyage along scenic Kentucky railroad tracks near Bardstown in vintage 1940s-era dining cars. Reservations are strongly recommended. $$$$ L D p

opened a southern outlet on the Ohio River, taking over the former Buckhead’s space, with its extensive pet-friendly patio overlooking the Louisville skyline. A full range of craft beer styles is on offer, along with a menu of hearty bar-food standards — pizza, sandwiches, burgers, wings, bison meatballs and mussels. $$ Br L D p f

FLOYD COUNTY BREWING CO. 129 W. Main St., New Albany IN, (470) 588-2337. Walk in this new brewpub and you will find what looks like a medieval banquet hall, but scaled down to a Yorkshire public house. Brewer Jeff Coe’s repertoire includes Braun Jovi (Brown Ale), Hefe’ns Gate Hefeweizen and Vlad’s India Pale Ale, which complement perfectly menu items like fish and chips and oversized turkey legs. $ L D

JOE HUBER FAMILY FARM & RESTAURANT 2421 Scottsville Rd., Starlight IN, 923-5255. A pleasant 20-minute drive from downtown Louisville, Huber’s has built a solid reputation for simple farm fare that’s well-made, fresh and good. Some of the produce is grown on the premises in season. $$$ L D pf

NOBLE FUNK BREWERY 922 S. Second St., 755-2739. Louisville's newest brewery is in the massive former Old Louisville Krogers building. The 25-tap brewery also has a short wine and cocktail selection. The brewery’s sister concept, Noble Hearth Pizza, serves specials like "Date Night," topped with dates, bacon, spinach and spicy aioli, and "Pollo Diablo,” topped with house-made chicken sausage, jalapeños and spicy sauce. $$ D pf

HOMETOWN BREWING CO. 4041 Preston Hwy., 363-4880. Tom Brown, partner in the Hometown Pizza chain, and high school friend Mark Allgeier, owner of the now-closed Cumberland Brewery, have opened this craft brewery in the space where Brown has stored his car collection, which inspire the names of his beers. His goal is to make craft beer more accessible in small towns out in the state, where Hometown Pizza has 18 scattered locations. $$$ L D pf

OLD LOUISVILLE BREWERY 625 W. Magnolia Ave., 3654886. Established in 2016 in an extensively remodeled historic structure, Old Louisville Brewery functions as a Cheers-level neighborhood hangout where the regulars have yet to meet a stranger. There’s an eclectic selection of house beers, both traditional and experimental, but no food. $ D pf

GOODWOOD BREWING + SPIRITS 636 E. Main St., 5842739. Located at “The Brewery Corner of Main & Clay,” where beer has been brewed continuously since 1997, Goodwood is Louisville’s biggest brewer by volume, hosting a taproom and BBQ-specialty kitchen. Goodwoo d’s Bourbon Barrel Stout is a style perfectly attuned to Louisville. $$ L D p

GREAT FLOOD BREWING CO. 2120 Bardstown Rd, 2080882, 12717 Shelbyville Rd., 208-0882. The original Douglass Loop location is just a taproom, with no food service. The Middletown taproom occupies a former Wick’s Pizza complete with a kitchen that offers pizza and other pub fare made on site. $$ L D pf

HOWL AT THE MOON 434 S. Fourth St. (Fourth Street Live), 562-9400. What’ll they think of next? How about a nightclub featuring a “dueling” piano bar with two pianos and a singalong concept? You’ll find this 4,000-square-foot club at Fourth Street Live on the ground level. $ D pf

OVRDRIVE GAMES 112 W. Jefferson St., 653-5853. Plenty of ways to have fun here: virtual reality car racing, ax throwing, rage rooms (where you can destroy TVs and home appliances), and immersive VR games. The food and beverages aren’t virtual though: made-to-order pizza, wings and appetizers, and a self-pour tap wall featuring 15 beers and 6 pre-mixed cocktail choices. $$ L D p

DAVE & BUSTER'S 5000 Shelbyville Rd., (Mall St. Matthews), 963-0940. Fun galore with arcade, billiards, sports TVs, and a 16 page menu with surprising options for every special diet like flavorful lettuce wraps, the Impossible Burger and full entrees like steaks or salmon plus expected bar fare: nachos, sliders and wings. Desserts, beers and festive cocktails of impressive size, too. $$ L D p

DERBY DINNER PLAYHOUSE 525 Marriott Dr., Clarksville IN, 288-8281. The play’s the thing at Derby Dinner, Louisville’s long-running entry in the dinner-theater sweepstakes. The expansive seasonal buffet offerings have fans returning show after show. $$$ L D p

GORDON BIERSCH BREWERY RESTAURANT 400 S. Fourth St., 589-8935. The growing national brewery and restaurant chain has become an anchor at the corner location at 4th and Liberty, brewing their characteristic German-style bottom-fermented lagers, Hefeweizen, bocks, pilsners and Schwarzbiers. The large menu offers the usual pub-grub, but touted as fresh, seasonal and made on the premises. $$$ Br L D pf

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MONNIK BEER CO. 1036 E. Burnett St., 742-6564, 415 Bank St., New Albany IN, 913-4259. This popular Germantown microbrewery has expanded across the river, taking over the space that once was New Albanian Brewing Co. The Europub inspired menu includes three kinds of double-fried fries, pork and currant pie, and several burgers. Frequently changing guest taps join the house brews of Mild George and King George (British brown ales), His Dark Materials (stout) and Hauck’s American pilsner. $$ L D pf

GALLANT FOX BREWING 2132 Frankfort Ave., 822-1988. Located in that odd Clifton intersection of Frankfort Ave., New Main St. and the railroad tracks, this brewery concocts things like blood orange blonde ale, Space Force IPA and mango-guava American pale ale. Ten guest taps feature regional brews. $$ D pf

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OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HOPS 300 Foundation Ct., New Albany IN. This brewery offers 12 taps (currently 8 house and 4 guest taps), as well as plenty of space for playing games like cornhole, darts, Jenga; pool, and video golf. If you work up an appetite, food trucks will tend your hunger on Friday and Saturday nights. $$ D

TEN20 CRAFT BREWERY 1020 E. Washington St., 2906820, 11505 Park Rd., 384-8714. A second location, in Anchorage, to complement the first location in Butchertown, suggests that the craft beer boom continues. Ten20 brews a wide range of beverages, from a wheat beer to a sour to a hefty Russian Imperial stout, along with a hard seltzer and a black cherry cider. $$ L D p f

SHIPPINGPORT BREWING CO. 1221 W. Main St. 6902002. Owner and brewer Amelia Pillow located her new brewery in Portland to encourage beer drinkers to venture beyond their west-of-9th-Street comfort zone. Her first brewing efforts include an American IPA, an oaked Helles Bock, a Belgian IPA and an Imperial / Double Coffee stout, among others. The food menu is geared to panini-style sandwiches and vegetable side dishes. $ L D p

NEW ALBANIAN BREWING COMPANY 3312 Plaza Dr., New Albany IN, 812-944-2577. NABC dates to 2002 and is the 9th-oldest Hoosier brewery in continuous operation, with two dining areas serving locally renowned pizza and pasta (see the restaurant listing under “pizza”), a games arcade, guest taps, and perennial house beers like Community Dark and Elector Ale. $$ L D p

HOLSOPPPLE BREWING 8023 Catherine Ln., 708-1902. Rustic, family-friendly Lyndon taproom owned and operated by a husband and wife team. Holsopple’s IPAs are highly rated, although blueberries, toasted hemp seeds and cinnamon have been used to flavor a range of styles. Twinspire Pizza bakes on-site. $ D pf

THE OLDHAM BREWING CO. 10601 Worthington Ln. (Glenn Oaks Country Club), 341-1622. Located inside the Glenn Oaks Country Club (which it is open to the public), this new microbrewery brews on a tiny one-barrel system. They opened with five beers, all light ales to appeal to golfers. $$ L D pf

WEST SIXTH NULU 817 E. Market St., 234-4733. West Sixth Brewing's newest taproom project includes a taproom, brewery, private event space & open air courtyard in the NuLu Marketplace on Market Street. $ L D p f

MAIN EVENT BAR & GRILL 12500 Sycamore Station Pl., 240-5555. This Dallas-based chain offers plenty of fun: bowling, laser tag, a high ropes course, billiards, video games — along with pizzas, sandwiches, full dinners and a full bar. $$ L D p

PIN + PROOF 400 S. Second St., (Omni Hotel), 313-6664. The Omni’s bar has a cool angle. There are four bowling lanes, as well as hors d’oeuvres to enjoy in the “the opulent and mysterious atmosphere." $ D p

PIVOT BREWING COMPANY 1753 Bardstown Rd. This Louisville satellite taproom of Pivot Brewing plans to open in September, next door to the Purrfect Day Cat Cafe. The brewery/cidery, which is a signatory to the Brewers’ Climate Declaration, will bring its beers, ciders and commitment to community outreach initiatives to this location from a solarpowered home base in Lexington, Kentucky. $

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FISTFUL OF ALE 2708 Paoli Pk., New Albany IN, 557-0226. The bar attached to A Fistful of Tacos offers 20 or so taps of a wide variety of “strong-flavored” craft beers such as IPAs, stouts and porters, and unusual lagers. $$ D pf

HI-WIRE BREWING 642 Baxter Ave., 717-4500. This Asheville-based brewery has opened its first out-of-state operation in the Lower Highlands. The bar has 21 taps of HiWire beer, from a variety of IPAs to seasonal brews such as S’more porter to specialties such as honey lager and chocolate macaroon stout. Family-friendly activities on offer include table tennis, foosball, and shuffleboard. $ L D p f

GRAVELY BREWING CO. 514 Baxter Ave., 822-3202. Gravely offers 14 draft choices, all brewed and served on site. The brewery partners with Mayan Street Food, run by The Mayan Café. Walk up to the truck and order snacks like guacamole, fried plantains, Mexican corn, salbutes or tacos. Brunch on Sunday is provided by Commonwealth Cure with items like pork hash, Scotch eggs, or pork sliders. Plus, a full brunch drink selection. $ L D pf

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JUMBO BUFFET 2731 S. Hurstbourne Pkwy., 742-8550. Housed in a good-looking dining room, high on Chinatownstyle glitz and glitter, Jumbo offers a standard all-you-can-eat

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SENEGAMBIA AFRICAN RESTAURANT 4109 Bardstown Rd., 491-3152. $$ L D

DOUBLE DRAGON II 12480 LaGrange Rd., 241-7766, 6832 Bardstown Rd., 231-3973, 3135 S. Second St., 367-6668, 5222 Dixie Hwy., 448-1988. $ L D

ZIBA’S BISTRO 1001 Logan St. (Logan Street Market), 7970633. The rich cuisine of his native Burkina Faso in Central West Africa is Chef Bapion Ziba’s main inspiration, but he brings elements of European and American flavors too. Tiguedigue chicken, cooked with vegetables in a peanut sauce, will be a signature dish. $$ L D

888 GREAT WALL 9464 Brownsboro Rd., 425-2811. Strip mall Chinese food is an accurate description of what to expect here. Locals from the neighborhood have said good things about the garlic chicken and their crab Rangoon. $ L D

CHINA COAST 4952 Manslick Rd., 363-4259. $ L D

ADDIS ABABA ETHIOPIAN BAR & RESTAURANT 4750 Bardstown Rd., 384-6296. This modest little place joins other ethnic eating spots in the Buechel area. The menu includes a wide variety of richly seasoned Ethiopian fare including the national dish doro wat (a berbere-spiced chicken and egg stew) and many vegetarian options too. $$ B L

CHONG GARDEN 10341 Dixie Hwy., 935-1628, 6445 Bardstown Rd., 231-0393. $ L D

DOUBLE DRAGON 9 9501 Taylorsville Rd., 267-5353.$ L D

JADE PALACE 1109 Herr Ln., 425-9878. Jade Palace offers familiar Chinese food choices, as well as a long list of Chef’s Specials, with names in Chinese characters as well as English (a sure sign you are in for authentic Chinese fare). Dim sum is offered daily, but on weekends it is served from a traditional rolling cart. $$ Br L D p

HIBACHI BUFFET 5372 Dixie Hwy., 449-8688. This far South Louisville Asian buffet gets strong positives from locals who appreciate its cleanliness, its range of choices (including hibachi grilled meats to order and sushi) and a buffet bar that is kept freshly loaded. $ L D p

CHINA 1 123 Breckinridge Ln., 897-6511. $ L D

BARAKA RESTAURANT 519 W. Oak St., 822-3046. This allhalal restaurant serves African, Asian and Indian dishes. At the counter you pick a meat and choose an accompaniment of rice, bread or noodles. The fish curry with chapati and chicken saqaar with rice are good examples. Goat is often available for those who want to try something different. $ L

HIBACHI SUSHI BUFFET 5729 Preston Hwy., 969-3788. Capitalizing on two seemingly persistent trends in American dining, this hot table place offers standard Chinese buffet dishes, and standard sushi choices. Cashew chicken, shrimp with garlic sauce, Dancing Dragon roll, spring and summer maki — it is all here. $$ L D

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ASIAN BUFFET 3813 Charlestown Rd., New Albany IN, 9451888. Competent cookery and careful management ensures food offerings here stay fresh and hot. The name remains the same, but service is now cafeteria style, not self-serve buffet, a change done with customer health in mind. $ L D

CHINA BISTRO 234 W. Broadway, 583-8988. $ L D

(Barbie), computer game characters (Mario) and years (2017). Downstairs, the menu offers Shakespeare-themed items such as Sir Francis BBQ Bacon Burger and The Steakspeare. $$ D pf

CHINA CHEF 7813 Beulah Church Rd., 384-5322. Pretty standard Chinese choices can be found at this new store in the South End. Eat in or carry out. $ L D

CHEER KING STAR 231 S. Fifth St., 587-8686. Just what downtown needed — a Chinese buffet for quick lunches. Mostly the familiar, a mix of Cantonese, Szechuan and Hunan choices for those who need a little spice to fire them up to get back to work. $ L D

HONG KONG FAST FOOD 5312 S. Third St., 367-8828. One of the many international eateries in Iroquois Manor, this fast-food Chinese spot offers Cantonese standards hot and fast and inexpensively. Check out the daily specials for an occasional intriguing item. $ L D

CAFÉ 8625 Preston Hwy., 969-9222, 9246 Westport Rd., 425-1818. $ L D

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ABYSSINIA 554 S. Fifth St., 384-8347. This downtown Ethiopian restaurant has gained many fans with its variety of hearty stews, known as “wots,” and interesting vegetarian choices, with large portions and reasonable prices. $ L D

IMANKA RESTAURANT 737 S. Eighth St., (International Mall) 210-7503. Somali immigrant entrepreneur Mohamed Abbi Abdalla and his family serve their native cuisine at the International Mall. Suggested dishes include chicken suqaar (a chicken stew-like dish) or goat seasoned with onions and green peppers. $$ L D

AFRICAN RESTAURANT 3028 Bardstown Rd., 454-5009. Funmi’s offers a range of dishes from North and Central African cultures. Sample goat in a soup or a thick stew. Try soya, a West African shish kebab with a spicy peanut rub or moin-moin, a savory bean cake or lablabi, a Tunisian chickpea soup. $$ L D

CHINA CASTLE 7420 Third Street Rd., 367-4272. $ L D

DOUBLE DRAGON 1255 Goss Ave., 635-5656, 2600 W. Broadway, 778-2573. Every neighborhood seems to need a Chinese steam table outlet serving up Asian dishes familiar to Americans. Double Dragon does that job for its neighborhoods. $ L D

HAPPY CHINA 9106 Taylorsville Rd., 493-1001. $ L D HAPPY DRAGON 12613 Taylorsville Rd., 297-8788. You guessed it: a good, go-to standard pan-China family-style restaurant in Jeffersontown that’s always there when you’re tired of cooking dinner for the clan. $ L D

JASMINE ASIAN BISTRO 2420 Lime Kiln Ln., 618-3000. The owners of Jasmine Essential Chinese on English Villa Dr. have gone more upscale with this bistro-style location. Expect the same authentic Chengdu-style Sichuan cuisine (be adventurous!) and well-executed Americanized dishes, sushi and other offerings. $$ L D p

CHINA BUFFET 706 E. Lewis & Clark Pkwy., Clarksville IN, 288-8989. Chinese buffets are ubiquitous, but this one is squarely in the upper range. Regularly refreshed steam tables, attentively fried rice, and properly spicy General Tso’s Chicken raise it above the other places typical of the genre. $

CHINA STAR 291 N. Hubbards Ln., 896-1818. $ L D

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DRAGON CITY 6413 Greenwood Rd., 935-6111. It used to be First Wok. It still is a strip mall Chinese-American place with a standard menu of crab Rangoon, fried rice, lo mein dishes, and a wide variety of stir-fries. $ L D

HING WANG CHINESE RESTAURANT 2123 E. Spring St. New Albany IN, 812-542-2728. $ L D

LOUNGE 1578 Bardstown Rd., 379-5734. This Afro/Caribbean/soul food fusion restaurant and nightclub brings a new vibe to Bardstown Rd.’s restaurant row. Drinking and dancing till 4 am, with menu items like grilled red snapper and rice with peanut sauce to keep those latenight partiers fueled. $$ D p

JUJUBE AT LA QUE 1019 Bardstown Rd., 238-3981. La Que, the pan-Asian eatery on the conjunction of Bardstown and Baxter, has been sold, and now JujuBe at La Que has a rather standard Chinese take-out menu with a few of the original Thai/Vietnamese dishes rounding out the menu. $$ L D f

CHINA GARDEN 7309 Preston Hwy., 968-4672. A busy restaurant with the double pleasure of Chinese and American menu items. $ L D

EAST STAR BUFFET 161 Outer Loop, 368-2868. $$ L D FIRST WOK 3967 Seventh Street Rd., 448-0588. $ L D GOLDEN BUDDHA 8000 Preston Hwy., 968-7700. $ L D GOLDEN STAR CHINESE RESTAURANT 3458 Taylor Blvd., 368-1833. $ L D

CHOPSTICKS HOUSE 2112 W. Broadway, 772-3231. Fans of this somewhat funky Chinese place post positive notices about the quality of its food. No strange Asian dishes here, just familiar Chinese hot table fare that Americans recognize. $ L

DRAGON CAFÉ 13206 W. U.S. Hwy. 42, 228-1885. This Prospect-area Chinese restaurants offers many familiar dishes. East End fans say the service is quick and the food above-average tasty. $ L D

WOLOGISI RESTAURANT 3707 Klondike Ln., 883-0054. The space that was Alwatan is now a Liberian restaurant (goat soup; torborgee, a bean stew; palm butter with fufu) that also tempts American tastes with items like Philly cheesesteak and gyros, as well. $$ L D

QUEEN OF SHEBA 2804 Taylorsville Rd., 459-6301. This authentic Ethiopian restaurant offers a wide selection of intriguing dishes, including a variety of vegetarian selections as well as the traditional beef and chicken specialties. Ethiopian fare is made for sharing and eating with the fingers, but they’ll gladly make forks available for the finicky. $ L D

JOY LUCK 1285 Bardstown Rd., 238-3070, 9850 Von Allmen Ct., 618-1601. This fine Asian restaurant across from MidCity Mall has opened a suburhan site too. Both serve familiar Chinese dishes very well done, as well as authentic Taiwanese offerings. Duck dishes are cooked in three different styles — Cantonese, Taiwanese and Beijing. $$ L D pf

CHINA 1 8105 Lagrange Rd., 327-6863. $ L D

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CHINA KING 3830 Ruckriegel Pkwy., 240-0500. $ L D

A TASTE OF CHINA 1167 S. Fourth St., 585-5582, 8105 Lagrange Rd., 327-6863. $ L D

CHINA DRAGON 8507 Terry Rd., 995-9897. The far southwest corner of the city can get its Chinese table hot food fix here. $ L D

ASIAN WOK 2235 Frankfort Ave., 822-3385. This pan-Asian spot offers a very large selection of Chinese & Japanese dishes in the stir-fried, hibachi-grilled and sushi categories. A lot of familiar things — Kung Pao chicken, pepper steak with onion, veggie fried rice, rainbow roll, hibachi steak, and so on. $$ L D

JASMINE 13823 English Villa Dr., 244-8896. Like many Chinese restaurants, Jasmine is in a strip mall, but this is not just another hot table stir fry joint. There is an American menu, but those in the know will ask for the 14-page Szechuan menu, featuring such interesting things as pig ear in sesame oil, hot and spicy intestines, spicy diced rabbit foot, frog legs, beef maw and tendon Szechuan style — one of the most popular choices, the manager said. $ L D p

CHINA TASTE 135 Quartermaster Ct., Jeffersonville IN, 2845580. $ L D

GREAT WALL 1977 Brownsboro Rd., 891-8881. This Clifton restaurant ranks high up in the fast-food Chinese pack. Offering steaming-hot, competently prepared and flavorful dishes. $ L D

AUGUST MOON 2269 Lexington Rd., 456-6569. Housed in a soaring, open space with a Zen master’s style, consistent commitment from the kitchen makes it a top spot for Asian fare. A lovely patio at the rear affords a pleasant al fresco dining experience. $$$ L D pf

KING PALACE 110 E. Market St., 584-8880. $ L D

DAISUKI SUSHI 1001 Logan St. (Logan Street Market), 4342395. This sushi stop has joined the eclectic grab-and-go choices in Logan Street Market’s restaurant row. $ L D p

ASIANA SUSHI 6435 Bardstown Rd., 614-7244. This ambitious Asian restaurant in Fern Creek offers an extensive sushi selection, hibachi meals, various noodle choices and even a few Korean dishes such as bulgoki and bi bim bap. $$ L D p

LING LING 10476 Shelbyville Rd., 245-2100. Modern and efficient in its East End shopping center location, Ling Ling is a cut above fast-food Chinese; better yet, it adds a few Vietnamese dishes to the bill of fare. $$ L D

TEA STATION CHINESE BISTRO 9422 Norton Commons Blvd., 423-1202. This comfortable, sit-down Chinese restaurant has a large and eclectic menu, with lots of spicy dishes and daily double shot specials at the inviting bar. Now offering delivery to Norton Commons and adjacent suburbia. $$ L D p

ARATA SUSHI 9207 U.S. 42, 409-4880. Arata is a dedicated sushi place, with only a few items that fall outside of the maki, nigri and sashimi offerings. The elegant modern

YOKI BUFFET 1700 Alliant Ave., 267-2277. A Chinese foodoriented buffet, with sushi as well, offers more options near the Jeffersontown Industrial Park along the Blankenbaker Rd. corridor. $$ L D

HEART & SOY 1216 Bardstown Rd., 452-6678. To the left is Roots, a sit-down restaurant. To the right is Heart & Soy, serving vegetarian “street food,” and entertaining passers-by with a glass-walled tofu-making room. State-of-the-art equipment from Taiwan transforms organic soy beans from Ohio into soy milk and then coagulates and presses it into tofu as you watch. $ L D

KANSAI JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE 1370 Veterans Pkwy., Clarksville IN, 218-9538, 1850 S. Hurstbourne Pkwy., 6181870. Traditional Japanese dishes and sushi are available here, but like most Japanese Steakhouses, choose the grill tables with their slice-and-dice Japanese chef show for maximum entertainment. $$$ L D p

PEKING CITY EXPRESS 4000 Dutchmans Ln., 891-0388. A lot of familiar items on the menu here, but those in the know ask for a Chinese menu, and order the dumplings or the xiao long bao (steam bun with meat filling). Dishes are handsomely presented, and servings are large. $$ L D

FUJI JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE 3576 Springhurst Blvd., 3391978. Part of the fun of sitting at the sushi bar is that you get to watch the chef at work. Put in your order, then sit back and sip your tea while the artist creates edible delights. This suburban sushi bar does the job well. $$ L D p f

MASA JAPANESE 12336 Shelbyville Rd., 409-5040. Middletown, too, joins in the sushi expansion. Open for

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ORIENTAL CAFÉ 3360 Hikes Ln., 451-0077. $ L D

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ONION RESTAURANT TEA HOUSE 4211 Charlestown Rd., New Albany IN, 981-0188. Masterful Chinese and Japanese cuisine (including magnificent hotpots, donburi dishes, and wooden-bucket steamed rice) set this airy restaurant apart from the horde of other Asian spots. $ L D f

RED SUN CHINESE RESTAURANT 3437 Breckinridge Ln., 499-7788. $ L D

PANDA EXPRESS 1075 Veterans Pkwy., Clarksville IN 2880774, 1232 S. Hurstbourne Pkwy., 326-8430, 13311 Shelbyville Rd., 489-3980, 10600 Westport Rd., 425-1678. The Pentagon even has one of the 1500+ outlets of the nation’s largest Chinese fast food chains, and now we have four. Moderately priced chow such as orange chicken, Beijing beef, SweetFire chicken breast and honey walnut shrimp fill the menu. $ L D

SICHUAN GARDEN 9850 Linn Station Rd., 426-6767. Another Asian restaurant that has stood the test of time, Sichuan Garden offers high-end Chinatown style and wellmade dishes, plus a few Thai specialties to spice up the bill of fare. $ L D

ORIENTAL HOUSE 4302 Shelbyville Rd., 897-1017. New owners continue the tradition at this long-standing St. Matthews restaurant, featuring both traditional ChineseAmerican and now, authentic Cantonese, menus. $ L D p

GINZA ASIAN BISTRO 9420 Shelbyville Rd., 749-8878. A one-stop Asian restaurant. Choose to eat from the Chinese, Japanese or Thai kitchen, or sidle up to the sushi bar for all manner of vegetarian or fish-focused rolls, or sushi combos that include miso soup and salad. A la carte sushi entrées too. $$ L D p

ASAHI JAPANESE 3701 Lexington Rd., 895-1130. This small room in St. Matthews houses a neighborhood sushi spot that also serves grilled dishes and tempura. $ L D

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ORIENTAL STAR 4212 Bishop Ln., 452-9898. A long-time area favorite in this heavy traffic lunch area. This establishment is quite good with Lo Mein Noodles, and Sweet and Sour Chicken. $ L D

FUJI ASIAN BISTRO 6801 Dixie Hwy., 937-0488. $$ L D p

KABUKI 2784 Meijer Rd., Jeffersonville IN, (812) 590-3430. A full range of Japanese dishes can be found here: sashimi and sushi, hibachi grilled meats and seafood, ramen, bento boxes and seaweed salad. $$ L D p

RICE BOX 6810 Southside Dr., 380-2209. This typical Chinese hot table provides South End residents with the kind of Chinese food you would expect at budget prices. $ L D

AJI SUSHI AND ASIAN CUISINE 5610 Outer Loop, 6181781. Okolona area residents can now get their sushi fix. The extensive menu offerings include egg rolls, salads and soups, noodle, rice and curry dishes, and tempura, as well as a large variety of raw and cooked sushi preparations. $ L D p

HIKO A MON SUSHI BAR 1115 Herr Ln., 365-1651. Japanese-trained chef Norihiko Nakanashi brings his skills to this sushi bar and Japanese grill in Westport Village. In addition to fine dining at the bar or in traditional Japanese dining rooms, Hiko A Mon offers sushi-grade fish from a small fish market. $$$ L D p

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Chinese buffet, with a larger-than-average selection of American dishes for those who want something less exotic.

JUNO JAPANESE RESTAURANT 5406 Antle Dr., 409-7094, 4110 Hampton Lake Way, 632-2777. A wide-ranging menu of Japanese options make these two restaurants interesting destinations. Diners have plenty of sushi options, as well as hibachi dinners, yakisoba, udon and ramen noodle dishes, tonkatsu and tempura. $$ L D p

LIU’S GARDEN 11517 Shelbyville Rd., 244-9898. Small but charming, with white tablecloths and soft Chinese music, family-run Liu’s gains our approval with fresh, competent cookery and courteous, friendly service that makes you feel like you’re visiting a Chinese family at their home. $$ L D

BENTO ASIAN KITCHEN + SUSHI 12951 Shelbyville Rd., 822-1202. Order from an assortment of teriyaki or fried bento boxes, rice or noodle bowls, poke bowls or sushi and sashimi at this ambitious Middletown newcomer. $$ L D p f

DRAGON KING’S DAUGHTER 1126 Bardstown Rd., 6322444, 129 W. Market St., New Albany IN, 725-8600. Owner Toki Masubuchi’s eclectic and somewhat funky menu builds on traditional Japanese ingredients with unexpected twists: pizza topped with sashimi, and tacos filled with avocado tempura. $ L D pf

L & J ASIAN CUISINE 6017 Timber Ridge Dr., 228-8399. A slight change of focus at this East End Asian fusion spot adds Hawaiian BBQ dishes and a wide selection of ramen preparations to the eclectic menu. $$ L D f

YEN CHING 1850 S. Hurstbourne Pkwy., 491-3581. $ L D

THAI NOODLES 5800 Preston Hwy., 961-9018. The menu covers Thai standards like pad Thai and curries, with some interesting variations, including several duck items, such as Bangkok duck and pineapple curry duck. Noodle dishes range from flat and thin egg noodle to bean thread and rice noodle. $ L D

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SAPPORO JAPANESE GRILL & SUSHI 1706 Bardstown Rd., 479-5550. The remodeled Highlands location has an expanded kitchen, new sushi bar and new fixtures, giving trendy, glitzy Sapporo new bona fides as one of the city’s top spots for sushi and Japanese fare. $$$ L D p

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entrees such as teriyaki chicken, and grilled fish. A few Korean dishes such as bulgogi are on offer too. $$ L D pf

SUSHI MASTER 9415 Norton Commons Blvd., 890-5157. This traditional Japanese restaurant offers sashimi, classic sushi rolls, noodle dishes such as udon and cold soba and

TOGO SUSHI 700 Lyndon Ln., 883-0666. ToGo offers primarily drive-thru sushi-to-go, but it does have a five-seat bar and three two-top tables inside. Owner Chet Gurun also owns Samurai Sushi & Hibachi in Middletown and is also part owner of Oishii Sushi near Bowman Field. If sushi isn’t your thing, there are items like fried oysters, fried calamari and shrimp tempura, as well as some vegetarian options. $$

SHOGUN JAPANESE STEAK HOUSE 9026 Taylorsville Rd., 499-5700. Shogun’s decor is attractive, and quality food and service make it a pleasant dining destination. It’s unthreatening enough to appeal to those who find exotic cuisine “challenging,” but good enough to satisfy just about anyone who craves a Japanese dinner or a bite of sushi. $$$

the IUS campus. It serves Korean and Asian dishes. You will find clay pot bibimbap, chicken curry rice, several varieties of ramen. $$ L D

SAKE BLUE JAPANESE BISTRO 9326 Cedar Center Way, 708-1500. This Fern Creek restaurant brings the “fullservice” Japanese restaurant experience to the southeast part of Louisville Metro. Look for hibachi grill tables and a sushi bar, along with a traditional dining room and cocktail bar. $$ L D p

WILD GINGER SUSHI & FUSION 1700 Bardstown Rd., 384-9252. This Highlands sushi and Asian fusion spot has a sushi bar up front, and a pan-Asian menu in the back dining room. Entrees include standard Japanese entrées such as teriyuaki chicken, Japanese curry, and soba and udon noodle dishes. $$ L D p

ANNIE CAFE 308 W. Woodlawn Ave., 363-4847. Annie Cafe ranks not just as one of the better Vietnamese restaurants, but one the city’s best of any variety, particularly when value and price are taken into account. Authentic Vietnamese food is made with care and served with pride. $ L D

ALL THAI’D UP 211 S. Fifth St., 653-7437. The popular food truck has found a permanent space downtown, replacing a former Carali’s Rotisserie Chicken. The menu includes curries, papaya salad and veggie stir fry, plus classic Thai dishes like pad see ew and pad thai. According to owner Kathy Aphaivongs, the dishes are “straightforward Thai, no BS, no Americanism,” which means no heat scale for dishes. $$ L

YAMATO JAPANESE STEAK HOUSE 345 New Albany Plaza, New Albany IN, 590-1380. A lot of Japanese food preparations are on the menu at this southern Indiana restaurant, located between State Street and Green Vallley Road. Offerings include: ramen bowls and bento boxes, yaki soba and sushi rolls, and steak, chicken or seafood hibachi grilled dishes. $$ L D

CAFÉ THUY VAN 5600 National Turnpike, 366-6959. A bit off the beaten track, this South End spot is true, authentic Vietnamese. Friendly service overcomes any language barrier, and prices are hard to beat. Don’t miss the banh mi, traditional Vietnamese sandwiches. $ L D

KOREANA II 5009 Preston Hwy., 968-9686. One of the city’s few restaurants devoted entirely to authentic Korean fare, Koreana is worth a special trip for this ethnic cuisine that offers a hearty, spicy alternative to the more familiar Chinese. $$ L D p f

TANTHAI RESTAURANT 4510 Charlestown Rd., New Albany IN, 948-2012. It’s in a strip mall, but the folks who run TanThai create a distinctive atmosphere by hanging sheer white scrims that divvy the room up into serene little chambers. The menu of Thai specialties is small — just a dozen or so entrées — but nicely executed and beautifully presented. $ L D

ROOTS 1216 Bardstown Rd., 452-6688. Veteran restaurateur Coco Tran looks to seduce the vegan/ vegetarian world of the Highlands with this crisp, elegant room. Eat at tables in the front, enjoy smoothies and tea at the bar, or snuggle down in a Japanese pit table in the back. Choose from an international selection of small plates. $ L D

POKEHANA 436 W. Market St., 996-7994. Poke, an increasingly popular Hawaiian raw fish salad, is given a fastcasual Asian fusion twist here in the space that had been Chop Chop Salads. Choose your combination of protein and vegetables and toppings such as ginger, jalapeno and seaweed salad. Also fried rice, bibimbab and noodle-bab, made with sweet potato noodles.$$ L

MISAWA HIBACHI & SUSHI BAR 7931 Bardstown Rd., 2901780 The hibachi grills here are not for show, just for grilling, which keeps prices lower than other Japanese steak houses. Rodeleo See, a sushi chef with almost two decades of experience runs the sushi bar. $$ L D p

TIME 4 THAI 2206 Frankfort Ave., 996-7899. The elegantly redone interior is matched by some unusually elegant Thai dishes, such as the volcano Cornish hen, a whole bird, marinated with Thai herbs and spicy chili sauce, which is flambéed at the table. All dishes are cooked to order, so choose your spice level. $$ L D p

LEE’S KOREAN RESTAURANT 1941 Bishop Ln., 456-9714. This little spot has been a secret since the ’70s, and it just keeps on going. Walk into what looks like a diner in an office building, but push past the counter to the back room, where you’ll find generous heaps of really authentic Korean food for next to nothing. $$ L D

OISHII SUSHI 2810 Taylorsville Rd., 365-3474. This small, attractive and popular sushi spot serves all the popular maki and nigri near Bowman Field. $$ L D

SAKURA BLUE 4600 Shelbyville Rd., 897-3600. Located in elegant, upscale quarters in a St. Matthews shopping center, Sakura Blue ranks among the city’s top sushi bars. $$ L D

lunch and dinner, the standard menu is bolstered by daily chef’s specials. Lunch specials include the Japadawg, a hot dog with Japanese toppings, a range of teriyaki choices and ramen noodles, Japanese style. $$ L D f

JAPANESE RESTAURANT 2415 Lime Kiln Ln., 3397171. It’s appealing, pleasant in atmosphere and friendly in service, and most important, this East End sushi bar serves excellent Japanese treats, prepared with care and flair from high-quality, impeccably fresh ingredients. $$ L D

TOMO JAPANESE RESTAURANT 4317 Charlestown Rd., New Albany IN, 941-0200. This Japanese hibachi steak house offers a good show of knife skills and tableside grilling, as well as sushi. Patrons seem to admire the oversize sushi rolls, the salads with ginger dressing, and the grilled chicken and scallops. $$ L D p

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KIM & BAB 3012 Charlestown Crossing Way, New Albany IN, 725-9844. This little Korean restaurant is getting rave notices from locals who love the mandu (dumplings), japchae (a noodle dish), galbi (short ribs) and dak-kangjung (fried marinated boneless chicken in a spicy sweet and sour sauce). More familiar things like bulgogi and fried rice too. $$ L D

STAR SUSHI 2781 Jefferson Centre Way, Jeffersonville IN, 725-8444. Jeffersonville joins the sushi craze with its own source of yellowtail rolls, sashimi and nigiri, which is drawing fans for the freshness and flavor of its offerings, and its very fair price point. $$ L D

RICE BOWL 3114 Grant Line Rd., New Albany IN, 590-6786. Rice Bowl is another addition to the restaurant row area near

RAMEN HOUSE 1250 Bardstown Rd. (Mid City Mall), 7094374. Next to the Baxter Avenue Cinemas, Jonathan Ham, who formerly owned the popular Ramen Inochi, expanded his culinary range with a menu that includes traditional ramen, rice bowls, steamed buns and handmade gyoza. $$ D

TSUBAKI SUSHI & BAR 13823 English Villa Dr., 244-8896. A new addition to Jasmine, many people’s favorite Chinese restaurant in town. Look for both raw and cooked two-piece nigiri and three-piece Sashimi, a variety of vegetable rolls and deep fried rolls, and special rolls almost beyond counting. $$ L D p

MAI’S THAI RESTAURANT 1411 E. Tenth St., Jefferson-ville IN, 282-0198. With a broad range of well-prepared and authentic Thai dishes, Mai’s is the eatery to beat among the metro area’s Thai restaurants. For both authenticity and quality, it’s right up there with the top Thai places in New York, San Francisco and Seattle. $ L D

FRESH OUT THE BOX 1001 Logan St. (Logan Street Market), 303-3322. This food truck serving Asian fusion street food now has a stand in the Logan Street Market too, serving wellcrafted tacos, rice and noodle bowls and Korean dishes. $$ L

1055 KOREAN BBQ 1055 Bardstown Rd., 747-4644. The old neighborhood theater that recently housed Buffalo Wild Wings has become home to a grill-your-own-bulgogi table-side Korean restaurant. The interior has been gutted and redone, and gas grills at the tables will allow for tableside grilling of meat to one’s own preference. $$$$ D p

SALA THAI 8125 Bardstown Rd., 231-1992. This entry on the growing list of Thai restaurants is gaining fans, partly because it is vegetarian- and vegan-friendly. $$ L D

CHIK'N & MI 1765 Mellwood Ave., 890-5731. A brief try at maintaining two locations has resulted in consolidation at the

SAMURAI 12905 Shelbyville Rd., 253-0036. Middletown gets some artistic sushi, as well as hibachi-grilled steak and seafood. Teppan-style (food cooked on an iron griddle) lunch and dinner entrees are a specialty. $$ L D p

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MT. FUJI 309 W. Cardinal Blvd., 637-5887. The quick-eating strip on the north side of U of L’s campus needed a Japanese place to satisfy students’ sushi cravings. The menu also has tempura and Japanese noodles. $ L D p

OSAKA SUSHI BAR 2039 Frankfort Ave., 894-9501, 426 W. Market St., 588-8899. This long-standing Clifton favorite also has a second location downtown, serving up sushi and other Japanese dishes in a bright and cheery environment to a loyal clientele. $$ L D

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SARANG 1908 Eastern Pkwy., 709-4282. The store on the Eastern Parkway side of the Schuster Building most recently was a Ce Fiori yogurt shop, but it now serves Korean food such as bibimbap, mandoo, ramen and dak-kangjung. Bubble tea is back, too. $ L D

THAI CAFÉ 2226 Holiday Manor Center, 425-4815. You’ll find this small café tucked into a corner of the “Holiday Manor Walk.” Owner Chavantee Snow and her family offer a small but well-prepared selection of authentic Thai dishes at very reasonable prices. $ L D f

SIMPLY THAI 323 Wallace Ave., 899-9670, 12003 Shelbyville Rd, 690-8344. Owner Mahn Saing and his wife, a classically trained Thai chef, are pleasing diners in St. Matthews and Middletown. Their menu of traditional Thai dishes, wellmade sushi and a few upscale Thai-style “fusion” dinner items use many ingredients from their small home garden. $$

CHICAGO’S JERK TACOS 227 S. 30th St., 780-9410. From this “ghost kitchen” Chef Aaron Williams offers a variety of wraps, quesadillas, tacos, and burgers featuring his signature jerk sauce. Takeout and catering only. $$ L D

J. GUMBO’S 8603 Citadel Way, 493-4720, 1616 Grinstead Dr., 873-5006, 2109 Frankfort Ave., 896-4046. Former jockey Billy Fox has come full circle with his chain of popular quickservice Cajun restaurants — his most recent outlet is in the little house near Bardstown Rd., where it all began. Among the hearty, affordable dishes that have made J. Gumbo’s a goto spot is the drunken chicken, still a favorite. $ B L D f

PHO BA LUU 1019 E. Main St., 384-6822. This Butchertown restaurant focuses on Vietnamese street food such as pho, the classic noodle soup, and banh mi sandwiches. The very cool repurposed space was once a welding shop; its large open spaces and high ceilings make for an elegant place to sip sweet iced coffee or munch on an Imperial roll or tuck into a rice or noodle bowl. Fast casual service at lunch; after happy hour the full bar and large patio have full service. $$ L D pf

EDEN & KISSI 3912 Bardstown Rd., 384-9102. Another addition to the growing ethnic food choices in Buechel, this Afro-Caribbean restaurant serves several kinds of jerk chicken, chicken curry, and peri-peri wings. Daily specials include Ivory Coast style jollof rice, and a shrimp burger. $$ L D

EATZ VIETNAMESE RESTAURANT 2244 Frankfort Ave., 785-4550. This Vietnamese spot has moved from Germantown into larger quarters at the former Fork & Barrel on Frankfort Avenue. You’ll still find Pho and Bahn mi sandwiches, of course, but also other noodle dishes, a bento box and crispy tofu in chili sauce. $$$$ L D pf

MOJITO IN HAVANA 3939 Shelbyville Rd., 897-1959. Longtime Louisville favorite Havana Rumba has resurfaced with a new identity in the location previously occupied by Waylon’s Food & Firewater. The roomier location of this Cuban favorite offers diners a two-tier menu that brings together the best selections from both Mojitos Tapas Restaurant and Havana Rumba. Look for some new offerings, as well, including shrimp croquettes and a selection of flatbreads. $$ B Br L D pf

OPEN CARIBBEAN KITCHEN 4735 Poplar Lever Rd., 6011332. Owner/Chef Ernest Pierre is originally from Haiti, but his interpretation of “open” implies a mélange of Caribbean influences crossing national boundaries. The ingredient list for Pierre’s popular Rasta Pasta’s (penne pasta, jerk chicken, sausage, shrimp, onions, peppers and homemade sauce) hints at the many flavor combinations. $$ L D

ROOF TOP GRILL 414 W. Oak St., 618-2287. This Jamaican restaurant serves the native cuisine of owner Courtney Johnson. Look for jerk chicken, curry with chicken, turkey, goat and rib tips, along with Kentucky favorites like fried catfish, barbecue and beef patties. $ L D

HAVANA BAKERY CAFÉ 5510 Fern Valley Rd., 509-3410. This Cuban spot offers sweets and savories: tres leches cake, coquitos (coconut-caramel rolls) and flan; sandwiches or meat and fish combos (ropa vieja, albondigas, pechuga de pollo). $$ L D

IRISH ROVER 2319 Frankfort Ave., 899-3544. Owner Michael Reidy is the Irish rover, having come to the U.S. from County Clare in 1984. His saloon is as smooth as Guinness, as warm as fish and chips, as genuine as Scotch eggs. Serving classic Irish fare. $ Br L D pf

PHO CAFÉ 1704 Barstown Rd., 916-2129. Local restaurant veteran Tuan Phan, who worked at Asiatique for 18 years along with a stint at Dish on Market, is serving Vietnamesestyle home cooking. There is pho, of course, the signature noodle soup, as well as other noodle and rice dishes, banh mi sandwiches and a small selection of stir-fries. $$ L D

GALAN’S MEAT MARKET & GRILLE 2300 W. Market St., 618-3191. Carlos Galan, who has made a mark with his butcher shop in Portland, has opened another enterprise, in a former bank. His family-oriented restaurant, which has a Cuban/Puerto Rican/Caribbean menu focus, also has a meat market on site. Order breakfast, lunch or dinner inside, or from the drive-through. $ B L D f

TAYLOR'S CAJUN MEAT CO. 3306 Plaza Dr., New Albany IN, 725-0039. A few blocks down Grant Line Rd. from I-265, Taylor’s is a spic-and-span shop run by a family from Lafayette, LA. Daily plate lunches often sell out quickly. A great variety of fresh and frozen savory Cajun specialties (sausages, stuffed everything) are always available, as well as crawfish and shrimp pies, gumbo and étouffée, and special orders. This place is the real deal. $ L

PHO PHI 4600 Shelbyville Rd., 290-3019. A Vietnamese restaurant joins the choices in Shelbyville Road Plaza, setting up shop in the former Home Run Burgers site. Phos, of course, and Bahn mis, and rich Vietnamese coffee. $$ L D

COOKING 11816 Shelbyville Rd. Inside the tiny Boudreaux's New Orleans Style Sno-Balls shack in Middletown, you can now find take-out only New Orleans style spicy gumbo (lunch only). Eat on the patio, or take home to reheat for supper. $ L f

former Bistro 1860 location, which is serving the original Asian-inspired comfort foods — Laotian spiced fried chicken, hearty ramen noodle soups and an extensive selection of sake, craft beer and cocktails. $$ Br D p

LA BODEGUITA DE MIMA 725 E. Market St., 690-5016. Adjacent to the AC Hotel in NuLu, this Cuban restaurant is the latest restaurant concept from Fernando Martinez and his Olé Restaurant group. Cigar lounge, rum bar, 1950s Havana décor and a menu of classics from family recipes, like Cuban tamal con Puerco, pan con bistec and some delectable desserts. $$ D pf

BRASSERIE PROVENCE 150 N. Hurstbourne Pkwy., 8833153. This Provençal-style brasserie serves classical and Southern French specialties, the comfort food enjoyed by owner Guy Genoud in his childhood home of Cannes, France. Dine like the French do on fish and seafood, a variety of meat and fowl, a daily "plat du jour", French cheese and charcuterie, specialty cocktails, draft beer and a large selection of French wine. $$$ L D pf

SELENA’S AT WILLOW LAKE TAVERN 10609 LaGrange Rd., 245-9004. This Cajun/Creole place in a renovated Anchorage roadhouse continues to find fans. Shrimp or fish with Manale sauce is a tribute to Pascal Manale’s in New Orleans. $$ Br L D pf

DISTRICT 6 3930 Shelbyville Rd., 873-5561. Named after the veteran restaurant owners’, the Thai family’s, native district in Saigon, District 6 features traditional Vietnamese cuisine based on their mother Nga’s recipes, updated with modern influences. Look for items like the bone-in short rib pho, spicy fried hot wings, beef lettuce wraps, red curry chicken and Vietnamese spicy street corn, as well as noodle bowls — and whole crispy fried fish. $$ L D p

MI SUEÑO 3425 Bardstown Rd., 709-4526. This honest little bodega and hot table restaurant serving Latin groceries and a variety of Cuban-centric Latin dishes was, as the name translates, the owner’s dream. $ B L D

CUBAN RESTAURANT AND BAKERY 5614 Preston Hwy., 919-7074. Among the range of Latin restaurants along Preston Hwy, this unassuming place has garnered many fans, for the satisfying Cuban food in the café, as well as for its baked goods. $ B L D

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BISTRO LE RELAIS 2817 Taylorsville Rd. (Bowman Field), 451-9020. This art deco spot makes stylish use of an historic 1920s airport building to present elegant modern French cuisine. Owner Anthony Dike’s refocus of the restaurant around a bistro menu continues its popularity. $$$$ D pf

HABANA BLUES RESTAURANT & LOUNGE 6112 Preston Hwy. After more than a decade in downtown New Albany, restaurateur Leo Lopez—who came to America in 1994 as a penniless refugee aboard a hand-built raft—has moved his tapas-driven Cuban kitchen to Louisville for expansion into a full-blown, Latin-themed restaurant, nightclub and concert complex at the former Trixie’s (opening in September). $$ L D p

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VINBUN VIETNAMESE BISTRO 12422 Shelbyville Rd., 7081470. Middletown now has access to the delights of Vietnamese cooking. Run by husband and wife team Vinh Nguyen and Dieu Dinh — both Vietnamese immigrants. The restaurant serves a variety of authentic Vietnamese noodle dishes, Banh mi sandwiches, salads and appetizers. This spot has already gained a loyal following for its authenticity and quality. $$ L

MOLLY MALONE’S 933 Baxter Ave., 473-1222. Molly Malone’s, as authentically Irish as the Wearin’ o’ the Green, has anchored the dining scene in the Lower Highlands for many years. You’ll find fish and chips, corned beef and cabbage, bangers and mash and shepherd’s pie, along with Irish interpretations of American bar food like wings and pretzels and beer cheese.$$ L D pf

COMMON HAUS 134 Spring St., Jeffersonville IN., (812) 5901243. A “sister restaurant” to Pints & Union, this Bavarianstyle hall has a selection of German beers, German-style comfort food, three floors of outdoor seating, including two decks and a new patio on the ground floor. A long communal table runs down the center of the ground floor dining room, and the upper floors have a clear view of the river. $$$ D p f

NORTH OF BOURBON 935 Goss Ave., 749-3305. The shortlived Mr. Lee’s bar in Germantown is now North of Bourbon, which celebrates the alcoholic connections between NOLA and Louisville. The redesigned interior evokes Southern hospitality, as does the lunch and dinner menu, with po'boys, red beans and rice and seafood filé gumbo, among other NOLA-inspired dishes. $$$ L D pf

CARIBBEAN CAFÉ 317 W. Woodlawn Ave., 434-7711. The diverse Woodlawn neighborhood welcomes the area’s first Haitian restaurant. The boldly-painted exterior is decorated with cool Haitian folk art; the menu offers generous portions of jerk chicken, fried red snapper, goat, and hearty sides of rice, beans and plantains. $ L D

HAVANA RUMBA 12003 Shelbyville Rd., 244-5375. A true taste of Old Havana can be found at this consistently busy Cuban restaurant. Bountiful servings of Cuban fare as good as any in Key West or Miami, not to mention a hopping mojito bar, have earned Havana Rumba a place on our short list of local favorites. $$ L D p f

LEMONGRASS RESTAURANT 11606 Shelbyville Rd., 2447110, 2956 Richland Ave., 614-7448. Lemongrass Café offers an appealing blend of Vietnamese, Thai and Chinese fare in a simple setting that transcends an obviously low budget with style and grace. $ L D

VIETNAM KITCHEN 5339 Mitscher Ave., 363-5154. This little South End storefront is well worth seeking out. The chef goes beyond the ordinary, preparing authentic Vietnamese dishes of unusual subtlety and flavor. We have yet to be disappointed with the quality of the food or service. $ L D

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HAVANA RUMBA & TAPAS BAR 2210 Bardstown Rd., 7494600. The Havana Rumba family brings Cuban food to the Douglass Loop, and adds a large selection of Spanish tapas as well. Fans have also spoken reverently of the mojitos and other cocktails in the stylish bar. $ L D pf

NAMNAM CAFÉ 318 Wallace Ave., 891-8859. This small St. Matthews Vietnamese restaurant has gained many enthusiastic fans who flock there for the pho, the banh mi and other authentic Vietnamese dishes. $ L D f

ADRIENNE’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT 129 W. Court Ave., Jeffersonville IN, 282-2665. A part of the dining renaissance on the sunny side of Louisville, Adrienne’s has been pleasing Indiana diners with home-style Italian dishes. The owners also operate Adrienne’s Bakery in Jeffersonville. $$ L D

APNA CAFÉ 11322 Maple Brook Dr., 690-7555. This Indian café attached to the neighboring grocery offers a colorful and aromatic assortment of curries and more. $$ L D

PATRICK O’SHEA’S 123 W. Main St., 708-2488. This downtown Irish bar was one of the first to open in the Whiskey Row complex. Crowds have been elbowing in for upscale Irish-inflected bar food and plenty of sports talk. $$ L D pf

ANGIO’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT 1915 Blankenbaker Pkwy., 451-5454. This small eatery moved from its Buechel location to the East End, still attracting a friendly neighborhood crowd with hefty subs and quality pizzas, along with cold beer. $$ L D p

BAR VETTI 727 E. Market St., 883-3331. The crew behind Feast BBQ and Royals Hot Chicken scored another win when bar Vetti, an upscale casual Italian eatery, opened in the 800 Building. Now moved to a larger space in the AC Hotel in NuLu, bar Vetti continues to draw fans with the smashed meatball burger, the popular eggplant Parmesan sandwich, pastas and pizza. $$$$ L D pf

CIAO 1201 Payne St., 690-3532. You will find a full range of familiar Italian fare in this Irish Hill favorite. With lunch choices like pizzas, chicken Parmesan sandwiches and baked manicotti, and dinner dishes such as salumi platter, shrimp scampi, gnocchi alla vodka and pork osso bucco, Ciao has become more than a neighborhood favorite. $$ L D pf

MARTINI ITALIAN BISTRO 4021 Summit Plaza Dr. 3949797. Now locally owned, Martini’s continues to serve hearty, well-fashioned Italian entrées, pastas and pizzas, a comfortable approximation of a Tuscan trattoria. An open kitchen with wood-fired oven gives a peek at the culinary goings-on. $$$ Br L D pf

ROC RESTAURANT 1327 Bardstown Rd., 459-7878. New York City chef/restaurateur Rocco Cadolini has transformed a Highlands building into an elegant upscale restaurant, with a handsome pergola in the front garden. The first floor has a large bar and casual dining, and upstairs sees a more formal white tablecloth space with several private dining rooms. Here you will find authentic Italian food, served with flair. Now open for lunch and the “disco brunches” are becoming legendary. $$$ D pf

Vincenzo’s), have taken over the short-lived Goss Ave. Pub space for their casual, authentic Italian restaurant that emphasizes fresh pasta and Neapolitan pizza, something Germantown had been lacking. The menu also features Sicilian street fare, Italian cheeses paired with charcuterie, and traditional entrees. $$ D p

MOJITO TAPAS RESTAURANT 2231 Holiday Manor Center, 425-0949. An offshoot of the popular St. Matthews Cuban restaurant Havana Rumba, Mojito quickly established its own identity as the East End spot for Spanish-inspired small plates with a global taste profile. Always crowded on weekends; no reservations, but call ahead to get high on the waiting list. $$ L D pf

O'CONNELL'S IRISH PUB 5520 Fern Valley Rd., 964-0040. If you are in the mood for an Irish Car Bomb, this is the place. Guinness, too, karaoke nights and a satisfying selection of bar food. $ L D p

MORE SHENANIGAN’S 4521 Bardstown Rd., 493-3585. $ L D pf

GRASSA GRAMMA 2210 Holiday Manor Ctr., 333-9595. Kevin Grangier’s newest dining idea is his take on familiar Italian food, just like your robust Italian grandmother made, only better. There’s lasagne, of course, and spaghetti and meatballs, ravioli and gnocchi and several other pastas, but prime beef filet with Gorgonzola sauce, veal scallopini, whole roasted branzino, and pizza, too. $$$$ Br L D p

BUCA DI BEPPO 2051 S. Hurstbourne Pkwy., 493-2426. Buca di Beppo’s recipe has all the necessary ingredients: huge portions of excellent food served with flair and the Buca scene is fun, a conscious parody of the exuberant decor of family Italian-American restaurants of the 1950s. $$ L D p

MILANTONI ITALIAN RESTAURANT 1600 S. Hurstbourne Pkwy., 742-8210. This East End restaurant serves up all you would want in a casual Italian eatery: mozzarella sticks and calamari; subs and Philly cheesesteaks; pizzas and calzones; and a dozen or so different pastas. $$ L D p

OLIVE GARDEN 1320 Hurstbourne Pkwy., 339-7190, 9730 Von Allmen Ct., 425-3607, 4805 Outer Loop, 968-2978, 1230 Veterans Pkwy., Clarksville IN, 218-8304. The top property of the Darden chain, Olive Garden now operates more than 500 properties and bills itself as the leading Italian restaurant in the casual dining industry. Hearty pastas of all shapes and sauces, appetizers and combo platters all carry the Italian theme. $$ L D p

SARINO 1030 Goss Ave., 822-3777. Owners and brothers, Carmelo and Michael Gabriele, the next generation of the noted Gabriele family (owners of the highly revered

VOLARE 2300 Frankfort Ave., 894-4446. Chef and co-owner Josh Moore has revised his menu after an inspirational tour of Italy, and brings in fantastic whole fish for seafood specials on Fridays. His pasta extruder allows him to do things like squid ink fettuccine. Volare continues to be a top spot for suave Italian dining. Moore supplies his kitchen with vegetables he raises himself on his Taylorsville farm. $$$ D pf

BARCELONA BISTRO BAR 10415 Taylorsville Rd., 6146055. Jeffersontown gets a Spanish restaurant thanks to chef/owner Alba Clementson. Here she offers Catalan-style spinach with caramelized onions, roasted cashews, cranberries, and peanuts; paella; Serrano ham croquettes; and albondigas (pork meatballs in almond sauce), among other dishes. $$$ Br D p

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TUSCANY ITALIAN RESTAURANT 165 Outer Loop, 3630308. Adding an appetizing option to a stretch of the South End that hasn’t been over-served by restaurants, this goodsized storefront near New Cut Road boasts a Mexican chef who demonstrates an expert’s hand with hearty, red-sauced Italian-American fare at a price that’s right. $$ L D p

CARRABBA’S ITALIAN GRILL 617 S. Hurstbourne Pkwy., 412-2218. Not your ordinary suburban shopping-center franchise eatery. This place dramatically exceeds expectations. From warmed bread dishes with quality olive oil to first-rate Italian-American fare at reasonable prices. $$$ L D pf

BELLA ROMA AUTHENTIC ITALIAN RESTAURANT 134 E. Market St., New Albany IN, 725-9495. Bella Roma adds classic Italian-American choices in a pleasant environment in the midst of New Albany’s growing restaurant row. $$$ L D f

COME BACK INN 909 Swan St., 627-1777. Come Back Inn looks pretty much like any other neighborhood saloon. But unlike other neighborhood saloons, this houses a family Italian spot that wouldn’t be out of place in Chicago or Brooklyn. $$ L D p

THE BLACK ITALIAN 2009 Highland Ave., 690-8914. Unpretentious Italian home-cooking is the style at this Highlands spot. Choose from six pasta dishes, grilled meatballs and chicken wings, and sub sandwiches. $$$ L D TOWN 415 Spring St., Jeffersonville IN, 285-1777. The former Southern Indiana branch of the Come Back Inn has a new identity and a menu still focused on pasta dishes and pizzas with several new salads, sandwiches and a revamped appetizer selection. Other entrees include items like chicken piccata and Greek lamb pasta. $$ L D p

CHAMLING KITCHEN & BAR 2249 Hikes Ln., 451-2500. Another entrepreneurial immigrant familyhas opened Louisvillians’ taste buds to more ethnic possibilities. In the former Empress of China space, the Rai family serves standard Chinese hot table dishes, but also adds Nepalese and Indian fare. $ L D p

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MILANO ITALIAN RESTAURANT 11300 Westport Rd., 7422926. This family-owned restaurant with locations in Shelbyville and Mt. Washington has opened its first Louisville location. The menu, based on owner Jonathan Balderas’s grandmother’s recipes, features items like calzones, thick- and thin-crust pizzas, pasta and more than a dozen house specials with all dough, sauces and dressings made from scratch in house. $$ L D p

PORCINI 2730 Frankfort Ave., 894-8686. This anchor trattoria of the Crescent Hill dining scene has been serving up risotto, ossobuco and bistecca since 1992. Start with fried artichokes, a Roman specialty. Opt for the grilled Romaine salad, then the gnocchi with spicy sausage. The grilled veal chop is a fine choice, and finish with tiramisu. $$$ L D pf

SPAGHETTI SHOP 4510 Charlestown Rd., New Albany IN, 944-5400. Baked pasta dishes, subs, salads and appetizers are prepared while you wait. $ L D

O’SHEA’S TRADITIONAL IRISH PUB 956 Baxter Ave., 5897373. The O’Shea family has been operating an Irish pub since the early 1900s. Today they have one of the most popular pubs on the entire Bardstown-Baxter corridor. Diners of all ages like its burgers, flat breads, sandwiches and fish and chips. When music fills the rooms, it’s great to be Irish, even if you’re not. $$ L D pf

SILVIO’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT 104 Fairfax Ave., 8836369. Owned by one of the Melillo family, fondly remembered for their NuLu retaurant before NuLu became popular, this St. Matthews spot evokes the classic New Jersey style Italian restaurants of the “Big Night” era: baked pasta dishes, cheese-stuffed rice balls, pasta fagiole, and eggplant Parmesan. $$ L D p

BOMBAY GRILL 216 N. Hurstbourne Pkwy., 425-8892. With its broad array of Indian regional specialties including the requisite lunch buffet, this spot in The Forum on Hurstbourne is winning praise for its aromatic flavors and bountiful portions. $$ L D f

DIFABIO’S CASAPELA ITALIAN RESTAURANT 2311 Frankfort Ave., 891-0411. Reminiscent of a menu that harks back to the red-checked tablecloth and Chianti bottle era of Italian restaurants. Look for baked stuffed mushrooms and toasted ravioli, veal parmesan and chicken piccata, and your choice of pastas with your choice of sauce. $$ D f

THE RAVEN 3900 Shelbyville Rd., 882-2222. The St. Matthews outpost of Molly Malone’s has been remodeled and rebranded to offer “an authentic, Irish cultural experience.” Gaelic legends and myths inspire the decor, and rugby, hurling and football (by which they mean soccer) are the sports that fans come watch while chowing down on shepherd’s pie and fish and chips. The extensive menu offers American food as well as Irish dishes. $$$ L D p f

BLACK OLIVE ITALIAN RESTAURANT / EL NOPAL 2745 Crittenden Dr., 690-2014. Sharing space with the Mexicanflavored El Nopal at the former Cardinal Hall of Fame, Black Olive’s menu offers varied takes on traditional ItalianAmerican comfort food—ravioli, parmigiana, alfredo, pesto—in addition to a more substantive collection of seafood dishes and steaks. $$ L D p

SHENANIGAN’S IRISH GRILL 1611 Norris Pl., 454-3919. Not just a neighborhood tavern (although it’s a fine neighborhood tavern), Irish-accented Shenanigan’s goes an extra step with an estimable selection of memorable burgers. $ L D pf

OLD SPAGHETTI FACTORY 235 W. Market St., 581-1070. One of the original ventures of this national firm. Bright and noisy, it offers well-made if basic Italian family fare and dishes it out for surprisingly low prices. $$ L D p

SHREEJI INDIAN VEGETARIAN STREET FOOD 1986 S. Hurstbourne Pkwy., 890-4000. The extensive, completely vegetarian menu of this East End restaurant looks to the street food of India for dishes not often seen here: a variety of chaats,masala pav, hakka, dosa and even an aloo mutter sandwich, filled with a blend of potato, peas and a balance of savory spices. $$ L D

KASHMIR INDIAN RESTAURANT 1277 Bardstown Rd., 473-8765. One of the city’s most popular Indian restaurants, Kashmir is casual, neither posh nor expensive, and it produces an extensive menu of seemingly authentic Indian fare. $$ L D f

DAKSHIN SOUTH INDIAN RESTAURANT 4742 Bardstown Rd., 491-7412. This Indian restaurant has won many fans with its aromatic and spicy Southern Indian fare to the Buechel-Fern Creek neighborhood in the Eastland Shopping Center. $$ B L D p

CLAY OVEN INDIAN RESTAURANT 12567 Shelbyville Rd., 254-4363. Northern Indian cuisine with a focus on the clay oven specialties of the region, including some Nepalese dishes, like goat curry and chicken mo-mo (a kind of chicken and dumplings dish). Also selections of lamb dishes and, of course, a large vegetarian menu. $$ L D

TANDOORI FUSION 4600 Chamberlain Ln., 255-2590. The former Zeggz's location has been quickly taken over by entrepreneur Purna Veer, who uses Indian vegetables grown on his Oldham County farm. Veer promises that his dishes will not be “watered down,” so be ready for uncommon spice levels. $$ B L D pf

TIKKA HOUSE 3930 Chenoweth Sq., 749-4535. Tikka House has garnered positive notice for both its lunch buffet and a la carte dinner service. Diners have praised dishes such as lamb masala with roasted coconut, Tandoori wings, fish pakora, paneer chili, several daal preparations and saag paneer. $$ L D pf

SHALIMAR INDIAN RESTAURANT 1850 S. Hurstbourne Pkwy., 493-8899. Modern and sleek in appearance, modest in price, this restaurant has become the patriarch of local Indian restaurants. With a substantial lunch buffet and a full range of dinner items, it has built a loyal clientele. $$ L D

AL HAMRA HALAL BUFFET 1250 Bardstown Rd., (Midcity Mall), 630-2255. Re-opened after a 2-year closure due to COVID, this halal restaurant is back offering plenty of choices on the buffet line, half cold (salads and other mezze) and half hot items. Familiar Near-Eastern foods such as kebabs, kofta and gyros are available, but also dishes from other Muslim lands: samosas, masalas and lamb shank stew. $$$ L D

ALADDIN’S MEDITERRANEAN 37 Bank St., New Albany IN, 489-7969. After bringing a higher level of Middle Eastern cuisine to the still-growing dining scene in New Albany, Aladdin’s has moved to the cool new Underground Station complex. You will still find well-crafted gyros, chicken shawarma, tabbouleh and hummus in their sleek new environs. Finish your meal with thick Turkish coffee. $ L D

CHARCOAL 2805 N. Hurstbourne Pkwy., 749-8888. cookedovercharcoalandservedwithgarlicsauceisjustoneChickenofthedrawsatthisnewMediterraneanrestaurant.Themenualsolistsclassicslikefalafel,chickenshawarma,hummus,babaganoush,tahinisalad—andbaklavacheesecake.$$

KATHMANDU KITCHEN AND BAR 3825 Bardstown Rd., 202-1481. Named for the capital city of Nepal, this crisp,

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AL SULTAN MEDITERRANEAN GRILL 8129 Bardstown Rd., 630-3334. Located in the Glenmary Shopping Center, this Middle-Eastern restaurant offers the classics — shwarma and kofta, tabbouleh. $$ L D f

HYDERABAD HOUSE LOUISVILLE 12412 Shelbyville Rd., 405-8788. The first of this international chain of Indian restaurants to arrive in Louisville, this Middletown restaurant boasts that its Indian food is more authentic than other restaurants, with over 200 dishes on its menu, including several biryanis, curries, masalas and naan. $$ L D p

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EGGHOLIC 1947 S. Hurstbourne Pkwy., 690-2116. This small Chicago chain boasts that its dishes are just like those found on Indian lahris (street carts). The menu offers egg dishes prepared in various styles of Indian cuisine, as well as sandwiches, rice dishes and curries. $$ B Br L D p

TAJ PALACE 2929 Goose Creek Rd., 423-9692. Focused on Northern Indian cuisine, the menu offers a wide range of chicken, lamb, seafood and vegetarian dishes. Spiciness can be decided by the customer. Lunch buffet and dinner menu. $$ L D f

modern place in Buechel serves Nepalese food (a sort-of fusion of Chinese and Indian cuisines). Expect dishes such as pakoras, biruanis and even chow mein, but also Nepali items such as pork sakuwo (spiced pork chunks cooked on skewers), fried mo-mo (a kind of dumpling with dipping sauce) and khasikomaasu ra bhata, an aromatic stew with curried accents. $$ L D pf

EAT A PITA 2286 Bardstown Rd., 473-7482. Enjoy Mediterranean-Middle Eastern favorites, as well as the addition of a few “American” sandwiches — on fresh pita, of course. $ L D

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HONEST INDIAN 9008 Taylorsville Rd., 690-8355. From a street cart in Ahmedabad, in western India, this chain expanded to Thailand and now to the U.S. Its menu offers abundant offerings from a variety of regional Indian cuisines. Offerings include bhaji pav, rava dosa, uttapam, aloo mutter and various chaat. $$ L D

CASPIAN GRILL PERSIAN BISTRO 2716 Frankfort Ave., 290-6050. Middle Eastern food of an above-average quality. Kabobs and hummus, of course, but also shirazi salad with tomatoes, cucumbers and onions in a lemony dressing, and chicken stew with pomegranate and walnuts. $ L D

TAZIKI’S MEDITERRANEAN CAFÉ 13317 Shelbyville Rd., 244-6222, 106 Fairfax Ave., 212-5373, 1580 Veterans Pkwy., (812) 404-1191. At these Alabama-based chain outlets the food is made fresh daily with vegan and glutenfree choices. The menu includes grilled chicken roll-ups, a grilled tilapia sandwich with dill-caper sauce, gyros, a grilled vegetable and rice plate, roasted potatoes and baklava, along with beer and wine. $$ L D pf

CLASSICO TAKEOUT AND EMPANADAS 104. S. Preston St., 489-1380. Downtown eaters now have a way to enjoy some of the crowd-pleasing dishes of well-knonw to fans of Clifton’s Caffe Classico. Restaurateur Tommy Mudd’s new downtown kiosk will focus on hand-held takeaway choices, including his well-regarded empanadas. Espresso too, and limited outdoor seating. $$ B L p f

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GRAPE LEAF 2217 Frankfort Ave., 897-1774. For those in the know, the Grape Leaf has long been a destination spot, well above the generic Middle Eastern eatery nich in both ambiance and quality of food. Prices remain affordable; the food and mood justify a special trip. $$ L D f

SABOR LATINO 1273 S. Brook St., 276-4954. A welcome addition to Old Louisville is this tiny restaurant serving a “Latin Culinary Mix,” as a sign advertises. The menu offers Cuban sandwiches, patatas bravas, burritos, quesadillas, carne asada, ropa vieja and pollo de vacaciones – a chicken stew. $$ L D f

CAFÉ AROMA 2020 Brownsboro Rd., 618-3434. This little shop along the lower Brownsboro food corridor touts “a world of flavor with a Mexican flair.” It’s mostly Mexican and really mostly good, according to our friends in the neighborhood. Affordable, casual and filling. $ L D

EL CAPORAL 2209 Meadow Dr., 473-7840, 1909 Blankenbaker Pkwy., 266-9605. Louisville’s growing Mexican-American community has fostered a happy trend: excellent, authentic Mexican food. El Caporal bridges the gap between the Latino and Anglo communities. $ L D p

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EL MOLCAJETE 8106 Preston Hwy., 742-3485, 2932 S. Fourth St., 638-0300. You can get gringo-style tacos (with shredded lettuce, cheese & sour cream) at this south-end Mexican joint. But if you come here, why not eat like a native? Lash your pork, beef and chicken tacos with freshsqueezed lime juice and a heap of sliced radishes. Want to get truly authentic? Step up to beef tongue (lengua), intestine (tripas) or brain (sesos). $$ L D p

SIMPLY MEDITERRANEAN 2900 Brownsboro Rd., 9635577. The menu is based on “perfected” family inherited recipes. There are familiar and expected choices: kebabs and shawarma, baba ganooj and kibbeh. Also cheese and spinach pies, chickpea salad, and fried cauliflower. $ L D

LA GUANAQUITA 4231 Taylor Blvd., 822-1343. This South End spot serves the dishes of Guatemala and Honduras: pupusas and baleadas and pescado frito (fried fish), served whole, head and tail on, garnished with lime wedges and avocado slices. $$ L D

SAFIER MEDITERRANEAN DELI 641 S. Fourth St., 5851125. You can get standard American fare at this downtown quick-eats spot, but who’d do that when you can enjoy such appetizing Arabian delights as hummus, mutabal, falafels and the gyros-like (only better) shawarma beef-on-pita sandwich?

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CARALI'S ROTISSERIE CHICKEN 9148 Taylorsville Rd., 618-0699, 642 Baxter Ave., 12531 Shelbyville Rd., 6182725, 5439 New Cut Rd., 963-5698, 211 S. Fifth St., 6547131, 703 E. Lewis and Clark Pkwy., (812) 286-2900. You will find Peruvian-style rotisserie chicken and other South American dishes here: lomo (grilled marinated steak), chaufa rice and various salads and side dishes (such as stuffed avocado). Sandwiches as well as full dinners, and take away half and full roasted chickens. $ L D p

MIRAGE MEDITERRANEAN RESTAURANT 4100 Preston Hwy., 363-7788. Preston Highway’s international restaurant row is enriched by this Middle Eastern eatery, run by the owners of the now-defunct Little Jerusalem. Gyros, hummus, falafel — what one would expect, but done with attention to details and a flair for flavor. $$ L D f

MEXICANA 423 University Blvd., 996-7788, 2901 Goose Creek Rd., 547-1825. These San Diego-style Mexican places, the first in a strip mall near U of L, the second newly relocated from NuLu to a former fast food space off Westport Road, serve California-style tacos, quesadillas, burritos, nachos and burrito bowls, with a choice of four salsas at the condiment bar. $$ L D f

BUBBAKOO’S BURRITOS 12919 Factory Ln., 384-0778, 4214 Shelbyville Rd., 630-2017. This East Coast fast-casual chain has now opened two locations here, with more area locations on the corporate radar. Lots of standard Mexican fare (tacos, quesadillas, nachos), along with wings and choice of six sauces. One house specialty is the Chiwawa, a stuffed rice ball, breaded and fried. $$ L D

EL COMAL TAQUERIA 9609 Dixie Hwy., 632-2053. As one might expect, the main focus here is on tacos, including party taco trays, but other choices include burritos, quesadillas and chilaquiles. $ L D p

SHIRAZ MEDITERRANEAN GRILL 2226 Holiday Manor Center, 426-9954, 201 N. Hurstbourne Pkwy., 426-3440, 3521 Poplar Level Rd., 632-2232, 4614 Chamberlain Ln., 919-9014, 1565 Bardstown Rd., 749-0385. From a tiny neighborhood storefront, Shiraz quickly grew out of its original location and expanded into a local mini-chain. In all its locations, Shiraz shines with authentic Persian (Iranian) cooking, such as char-grilled kebabs, fine pitas and lavash. $ L D f

EL NOPAL (22 Locations) These locally-owned restaurants have become a growing mini-chain, winning popularity on the basis of delicious and inexpensive Mexican fare in comfortable surroundings. $ L D pf

CHIPOTLE MEXICAN GRILL 315 S. Fourth St., 584-8606, 10333 Westport Rd., 526-5170, 1075 Bardstown Rd., 4528990, 13303 Shelbyville Rd., 244-7173, 420 S. Hurstbourne Ln., 425-3017. Now with five Louisville locations, this increasingly popular Tex-Mex chain, with an emphasis on cooking with humanely-raised meat products, seems to have struck a chord with consumers. $ L D f

EL MARIACHI 9901 La Grange Rd., 413-5770. Fans of this Mexican restaurant, situated between a bakery and an ethnic grocery, find much to rave about: tacos and burritos made with the bakery’s fresh tortillas, funky authentic fillings and quick, friendly service. $ B L D p

EL PASTORCITO 2060 S. Hurstbourne Pkwy., 365-3277, 4132 Outer Loop, 618-0520. El Pastorcito serves Mexican street food (tacos, sopes, tortas, etc.) and a range of

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SENORA AREPA 721 E. Market St., 795-3995. The longawaited Senora Arepa serves the rich Venezuelan cuisine, with influences from Spanish, West African, and Native American cultures. Arepas, the cornmeal bread stuffed with meat or cheese that is ubiquitous in northern Latin America, anchors the casual menu. $$ L D pf

Southwest, and now has two Louisville locations. An eclectic menu offers kabobs, hummus, quesadillas, roll-ups, pita sandwiches and chicken, tuna and shrimp salads. $ L D

EL RINCONCITO 4806 Bardstown Rd., 742-9537. This Peruvian restaurant adds to the ethnic choices in Buechel. The happy chicken logo touts the charcoal-grilled chicken, but the menu includes salchipapa (sausage and potatoes), lomo saltado (a beef stew), plantains and Peruvian green rice. $ L D

LA SUERTE 2116 Bardstown Rd., 883-1000. Owner Chris Seckman has transformed his Douglass Loop North End Café site into a Latin restaurant. Partner and Executive Chef Adrian Jimarez Neri offer dishes inspired by his mother and grandmother. The dinner menu includes pollo tostadas, shrimp a la parilla, pork posole and shrimp a la diabla. Brunch will offer molletes, migas, and jalapeño biscuits with chorizo gravy. $$$ Br D pf

CANCÚN 808 Lyndon Ln., 883-1924, 9424 Shelbyville Rd., 742-3697. Now with two locations, Cancún offers familiar dishes, combination platters, and steak and seafood specialties like carne bandito and tostados de ceviche. $$ L D pf

JERUSALEM KITCHEN 4413 Saint Rita Dr., 614-6465. Little Jerusalem Café has moved from the Iroquois Manor area and moderately rebranded itself. You can still find a range of Mediterranean dishes here, shawarma and fattoush, gyros and hummus and so on. $$ D f

I LOVE TACOS 9909 Taylorsville Rd., 384-2154, 1534 Bardstown Rd., 742-4119, 3550 Springhurst Commons Dr., 749-6847. The opening of the third location of this locallyowned Mexican spot testifies to restaurant’s popularity. The menu’s focus extends beyond the expectations of the name with burritos and quesadillas too. But the birria taco, filled with spiced stewed beef and then crisped on a griddle, has become a sort of signature dish. $$ L D pf

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ZOE’S KITCHEN 4126 Summit Plaza Dr., 329-8963. This chain has been growing throughout the South and

LA BODEGUITA DEL MEDIO 5700 Outer Loop, 742-2144. You can find a variety of Latin dishes here, from tamales and tacos to cerdo asado (roast pork in citrus marinade), ropa vieja and churrasco, seafood and soups. $$ L D p

SYRIAN GRILL ABU ABDU 3325 Bardstown Rd., 749-0071. This Middle Eastern restaurant, tucked away amid other businesses just past the Watterson, serves familiar Mediterranean dishes — kibbeh, shawarma, biryani — and also family size meals of mixed grill and the Syrian rice dish mansaf. $$ L D

SAM’S GYRO 3123 S. Second St., 709-4292. This hummus and kebab joint, with its tasty food and friendly service, has moved out to the South End. The menu features everything you would expect from a typical Eastern Mediterranean menu: falafel, tabouli, gyros, baklava and spanakopita. $ L D

MASALA GRILL 528 S. Fifth St., 562-0202. $ L

FALAFEL OASIS 226 W. Broadway, 742-2030. The owner of Superior Market and Deli a few doors away has also opened this Middle Eastern restaurant, serving gyros, falafel, and other regional fare. $ L D

EL SAZON DE ABUELA 8506 Preston Hwy., 290-0030. The ethnic food choices along Preston Highway continue to expand with this Puerto Rican restaurant. Mofongo, –smashed plantains infused with garlic and seasonings – is a comfort food staple of PR cuisine made with shrimp, chicken, seafood, or veggies and broth. Breakfast dishes, burgers, and sandwiches are also on offer. $$ B L D f

YUMMY POLLO 4222 Bishop Ln., 618-1400. You can get Peruvian-style charcoal roasted chicken here by the piece,

EL MUNDO 2345 Frankfort Ave., 899-9930, 1767 Bardstown Rd., 384-5633. he crowded little Crescent Hill storefront, offering creative renditions of Mexican regional specialties that make most diners want to yell “Olé!”, now has a second outlet in the multi-level space in the Highlands that once was Asiatique. Both locations provide high-quality Mexican food and drink. $ L D pf

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LITTLE GREEK FRESH GRILL 4600 Shelbyville Rd., 6908348. This Arkansas-based chain is now serving dolmades and spanikopita, pita sandwiches and wraps, a variety of skewers and mousaka and pastitsio. $$ L D p

PASHA'S MEDITERRANEAN 3904 Bardstown Rd., 4094532. You can find the usual Mediterranean fare here –falafel, baba ghanouj – but with influences of Jordanian recipes such as Kalaya, ground lamb cooked in tomatoes, and char-grilled lamb liver. Fans cite the value-sized portions. $$

FIESTA TIME AMIGOS 8133 Bardstown Rd., 231-2444, 135 S. English Station Rd., 254-7755. These traditional Mexican restaurant’s locations serve the expected things, like fajitas and burritos. But there is also an extensive grill menu, with items such as steak tampiqueño (rib-eye steak with ranchero sauce), Chile Colorado and Los Amigos cheese steak. $ L D pf

FISTFUL OF TACOS 2708 Paoli Pk., New Albany IN, 5570226. This ambitious little taco joint in the Knobs offers five taco choices - The Good (chicken tinga, citrus slaw),The Bad (beef, pico de gallo), The Ugly (Bourbon pork, mango salsa), The Vegan (roasted sweet potato, black bean) and The Pesky (scallop ceviche, melon). $$ L D f

FOKO 1001 Logan St. (Logan Street Market), (210) 792-5858. Chef Paco Garcia fuses his two favorite cuisines, Mexican and Southern. The result is chicken with jalapeno gravy or tortas with collard greens, among others. $$ L D f

EL TORO CANTINA & GRILL 10602 Shelbyville Rd., 4893839. One of the top Mexican restaurants in the metro, El Toro earns our recommendation for food, service and environment. Tex-Mex dishes are fine, but save room for the authentic Mexican seafood specialties. $ L D pf

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JOELY'S BAR & GRILL 1999 Brownsboro Rd., 742-9456. Taking over the former El Frijol location in Clifton, this Mexican restaurant serves breakfast, burritos, quesadillas, tortas and chimichangas. Dinner choices range from pollo con arroz to carnitas de puerco to seafood. $$ L D p

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FELIPE’S MEXICAN RESTAURANT 2400 Lime Kiln Ln., 742-9142, 4000 Dutchmans Ln., 919-7014. The second East End location seems to show that the ethnic fare at Felipe’s is well-made, and tasty. The menu lists 16 chicken dishes from various areas of Mexico, along with variations on fajitas and tacos. $$ L D p

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EL SOMBRERO 2784 Meijer Dr., Jeffersonville IN, 285-0109. An Indianapolis restaurant group has taken over the old Bearno’s near Meijer in J’ville, and opened this “Americanized Mexican” restaurant. $ B L D pf

EL TACO LUCHADOR 938 Baxter Ave., 583-0440, 112 Meridian Ave., 709-5154, 9204 Taylorsville Rd., 708-1675, 5205 New Cut Rd. (Colonial Gardens), 384-8457. With the opening of the Colonial Gardens site and a store in J’town, Olé Restaurant Group now has five taquerias that all have diners lined up out the door. Familiar taco names — carnitas, carne asada — get clever riffs in the kitchen. Call it elevated Mexican street food. And do try the fantastic tortas. $ L D f

EL TARASCO 5425 New Cut Rd., 368-5628, 110 Fairfax Ave., 895-8010. El Tarasco’s take on Mexican food appeals both to the area’s growing Latino population and Anglos who want to enjoy a South-of-the-Border culinary adventure without compromise. $ L D p

No Tex-Mex here, just pure Mexican: asados and moles and pibils, along with authentic variations on familiar choices such as tacos, burritos and enchiladas. The bar menu is centered on Mexican cocktails. $$ D pf

LA BAMBA 1237 Bardstown Rd., 451-1418. The revamped and updated Highlands authentic fast food place still offers burritos as big as your head, and tacos, quesadillas and tortas too. $ L D

GUACAMOLE MODERN MEXICAN 900 E. Market St., 2128225. This popular East End modern Mexican restaurant has relocated to NuLu, taking over the space that had been Rye.

LA CATRINA MEXICAN KITCHEN 202 E. Elm St., New Albany IN, 725-8264. The owners of Señor Iguanas restaurants have opened this Mexican party food and street food restaurant in the building that Dragon King’s Daughter moved out of. Look for naked and dressed tacos, soups, salads and shareable dishes and seasonal menu updates. $$ L D pf

GUSTAVO’S MEXICAN GRILL 6051 Timber Ridge Dr., 4347266, 10715 Meeting St., 690-7070, 401 S. Hurstbourne Pkwy., 420-1100. Gustavo’s offers “bold Mexican flavors.” Everything you would expect — fajitas, burritos, tacos — but also vegetarian options, house specialties like enchiladas verdes, chimichangas, shrimp tacos and pollo feliz (grilled chicken with chorizo and pineapple). $$ L D pf

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EL TORAZO 1850 S. Hurstbourne Pkwy., 491-7272. A familyoriented Mexican restaurant offers the expected menu items, as well as some more sophisticated dishes, such as 7 mares sopa, a soup with shrimp, scallops and octopus; banderillas, a colorful beef brochette; and chuleta sabrosa, a Durangostyle grilled steak. $$ L D pf

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EL TACO LOCO 5622 Preston Hwy., 225-7229. This unpretentious Mexican restaurant tries to be as authentic as it can, and has persuaded many fans with its efforts. Inexpensive, freshly made tacos, quesadillas and other familiar Mexican dishes, served in value sizes. $ L D

ISRAEL’S DELICIAS DE MEXICO GOURMET 604 E. Spring St., New Albany IN, 725-9139. Israel Landon introduced Kentuckiana to his Mexican home-style cooking at La Rosita a few years ago. Now he is moving into the former Destinatins Booksellers space by the end of March. Look for street tacos and Mayan quesadillas and weekly specials highlighting cuisine from various regions of Mexico, including seafood dishes and new desserts. $ L D f

EL RIO GRANDE 10001 Forest Green Blvd., 632-2403. A Mexican restaurant has taken over the expansive space that once was Limestone. Patrons report good experiences, with both the food and the service. $$ L D p

RAMIRO’S CANTINA 2350 Frankfort Ave., 895-3333. Ramiro Gandara’s Mexican restaurant in the heart of Crescent Hill’s restaurant row has his mom, Tina Ruton Escajeda, in control in the kitchen. Together they deliver some unique menu items, such as enchiladas verdes, lobster quesadilla, guacamole burger, and shrimp fajitas. And don’t forget Tina’s specialty: scratch-made tamales. Vegetarian choices too, and a full bar. $ L D pf

LAS GORDITAS 4756 Bardstown Rd., 492-0112. As Louisville’s small, thriving Latino community grows, it’s now possible to enjoy an authentic Mexico City-style dining experience at this taco and gordita wagon that rolls up in the Eastland Shopping Center. Family owners and chefs Pat and Esperanza Costas and Ofelia Ortiz now also have a sit-down storefront just down the street. $ D f

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LA ROSITA TAQUERIA 8730 Westport Rd., 618-4588, 5059 Preston Hwy., 618-2883. For those who crave genuine Mexican tacos, you want them convenient when the urge to scarf one down strikes. These little places will certainly satisfy those cravings. $ L D

LIMÓN Y SAL 10000 Brownsboro Rd., 423-4604. This authentic Mexican kitchen offers suburbanites many choices: taquitos, bocadillos and dips to start, soups such as pozole and caldo de camarón (shrimp soup), tacos, tortas and combination dinners. $$ L D pf

MANGO’S BAR & GRILL 4632 Hendrik Dr., 671-5291. This Mexican-American restaurant chain serves a Latin lunch buffet seven days a week as well as a full dinner menu. You will find burritos, tacos and tamales, but also several steak dishes and Mexican-style desserts. $$ L D

LA CHAPINLANDIA 1209 McCawley Rd., 384-7075. If those tiny hole-in-the-wall places are the best for real Mexican food, this little South End place will satisfy Okolona’s need for tacos and burritos. $ L D p

MAYAN CAFÉ 813 E. Market St., 566-0651. Chef Bruce Ucán arguably kicked off the restaurant renaissance along East Market Street, in the area now known as NuLu. His stylish bistro serves distinctive cuisine from Ucán’s native Yucatan Peninsula. $$ D pf

NEW WAVE BURRITOS 3311 Preston Hwy., 963-2727. The late-night burrito delivery service that has been operating out of borrowed kitchen spaces since late 2014 has moved into its own space at the former Grind Burger location. In addition to their five signature burritos new items include tacos, tortas and chicharrones. $$ D

TACO TICO 5925 Terry Rd., 449-9888. Founded in Wichita in 1962, the same year Taco Bell was born in Southern California, the Taco Tico chain had been gone locally for more than a decade. Its happy return has been drawing remarkable crowds. $ L D

QDOBA MEXICAN GRILL (17 locations). This chain operation extends from Louisville to Frankfort and Lexington. Fast-foodish in style, Qdoba edges out its competitors on variety and interesting salsas, plus sizable portions at a price you can afford. $ L D f

TAQUERIA DON JUAN 615 Eastern Blvd., Clarksville IN, 9201238. This addition to Clarksville’s rich array of Mexican restaurants focuses on seafood: ceviche, oysters, seafood cocktails, and caldo de camarones. But it doesn’t neglect meats. Choose tacos filled with lengua or cabeza (tongue or meat pulled from the head) as well as more familiar fixings. $$ L D p

TAQUERIA LA MEXICANA 6201 Preston Hwy., 969-4449. The tacos are fine at this tiny storefront. This is seriously ethnic stuff, but Anglos are thoroughly welcome, the staff is bilingual, and they will happily provide a menu with all the English translations written in. $ L D

LA TORTA LOCA 5213 Preston Hwy., 966-3254. This simple, strip mall eatery has been around long enough to gain dedicated fans of their well-seasoned and fairly spicy versions of familiar Mexican dishes. Some of those fans recommend the agua de Jamaica (hibiscus).

MEXA TACOS 3701 Lexington Rd., 290-1334. This fast-casual restaurant features a list of signature steak tacos customizable with house-made salsas, guacamole, peppers and other toppings, such as the special house queso made with poblano peppers. Owner Lorena Casas-Ostos is a steak taco purist, but she offers fish, shrimp and pork pastor too. $$ L D p

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LA TERRAZA FOURTH STREET 654 S. Fourth St., 409-6103. Inheritor of Bluegrass Brewing’s 4th Street satellite location, which did not return from the pandemic, La Terraza also assumes the role of a well-situated, pre-concert drinks and dinner option; several music venues are nearby. It’s Mexican cuisine, emphasizing quesadillas, taquitos, tacos and outdoor seating with a solid vantage point for people watching. $$ L B pf

MI TIERRA MEXICAN RESTAURANT 2400 Lime Kiln Ln., 742-9142, 2610 Chamberlain Ln., 384-3101. These two clean, well-lighted places in the East End serve up familiar Mexican food – fajitas, tacos, carne asada – in a friendly, efficient atmosphere that is drawing raves from its local fans. $ L D pf

TAQUERIA EL MEXICANO 7611 Preston Hwy., 690-4044. You can enjoy authentic Mexican cuisine for breakfast, lunch and dinner at this Okolona spot. A variety of ceviche, tortas, tacos, burritos and quesadillas are available every day, but pozole and menudo are weekend specials. $$ B L D p

LAS CAZUELAS 4214 Bishop Ln., 614-8634. This unassuming strip mall eatery has amassed a dedicated local clientele with fast, friendly service, cold margaritas and well-prepared familiar Mexican fare. $$ L D pf

SEÑOR IGUANA’S (3 locations) This local chain has gone upscale with re-designed crisp modern decor, well-prepared Mexican food, and plenty of it, in a casual, comfortable modern atmosphere. $ L D pf

morphed the Douglass Loop location of North End Café into the Modern Latin restaurant La Suerte. Now the team has added a new offering next door: Lucky Burrito is a quickservice place with hefty burritos, nicely-priced tacos, and plenty of interesting ingredients and an assortment of deftlycrafted tacos. $$ L D f

LOS AZTECAS 445 E. Market St., 561-8535, 1107 Herr Ln., 426-3994, 9207 U.S. Hwy. 42, 228-2450. Genuine Mexican cuisine has become a viable option in Louisville thanks to a growing immigrant community. Los Aztecas, one of the best, has moved its W. Main St. anchor store to E. Market, taking over the larger, spiffy space left by Wild Rita’s closing. It’s satellite locations are still bustling too. $ L D pf

LA LUPITA 827 Eastern Blvd., Clarksville IN, 285-0083. Tucked away on the back side of a strip mall, this is a new spot for authentic Mexican food. The usual stuff but also panbazos, tlacoyos, tlayudas and aguachile, all explained and illustrated on the menu. $$ L D pf

PIÑA FIESTA REAL MEXICAN GRILL 7895 Dixie Hwy., 995-6775. Fans of Mexican food have another place to try, out along the wide, wide highway. You won’t find anything new here, but they say it will be real. $ L D p

SANTA FE GRILL 3000 S. Third St., 634-3722. This tiny eatery in a century-old South End storefront near Churchill Downs never fails to satisfy with genuine Mexican tacos and other simple fare at prices that will leave you plenty of change for an exacta bet at the races. $ L D

LUNA'S MEXICAN ROTISSERIE 5213 Preston Hwy., 9628898. The owners came from Puebla, Mexico, but made a stop in Los Angeles before moving to Louisville and starting Luna’s Rotisserie. Their specialty is slow-cooked rotisserie chicken from the coast of Veracruz. There’s plenty more on the board, such as tamales, quesadillastarlights and menudo. On Saturdays & Sundays, pozole and cabo de camaron are added. $$ L D

PUERTO VALLARTA 4214 Charlestown Rd., New Albany IN, 945-3588, 125 Quartermaster Ct., Jeffersonville IN, 2882022, 7814 Beulah Church Rd., 239-4646. $$ L D p

SOL AZTECAS 2427 Bardstown Rd., 459-7776. Founded by Saul Garcia down on Main St.’s museum row, his restaurant has an extensive menu that satisfies those who want standard fare like tacos, fajitas and burritos, and also offers more sophisticated fare like salmon and shrimp, steak and several Mexican chicken preparations. $ L D pf

TACO CHOZA 3922 Westport Rd., 409-5080. In the heart of St. Matthews, this locally-owned taqueria also makes burritos and quesadillas, pours craft beers, and offers daily margarita specials. $ L D pf

MI BONITO PINOTEPA 7200 Preston Hwy., 290-5328. Dishes from southern Mexico, around Oaxaca, are the focus of this Okolona strip mall restaurant. Look for Oaxacan-style tamales, various moles and tlayudos, a kind off open-faced quesadilla. $ L D

MEXICO CITY TAQUERIA & RESTAURANT 3826 Hamburg Pk., Jeffersonville IN, 283-1072. This bright little Mexican place in a Jeffersonville strip mall offers the usual, and on weekends adds traditional Mexican soups like caldos de camarones, menudo and pozole. $ L D

MI CASITA PARRILLA MEXICANA 520 S. Fourth St., 3150666. Enthusiastic fans of the restaurant formerly known as Mi Cocina will find the same quick and efficient lunch service and dishes executed with skill under the new name change. The margaritas at Happy Hour are notable. $$ L D pf

RAMIRO’S CANTINA EXPRESS 253 Spring St., Jeffersonville IN, 924-7770. Long-time restaurateur Ramiro Gandara’s second restaurant, a quick-casual version of his Frankfort Ave. spot, is now serving in Jeffersonville. Order at the counter, grab and go, or sit down and enjoy. Ramiro features his favorites: burritos, chicken bowls, nachos, tortas and tacos. A full bar, too. $ L D pf

OLE FRIJOLE 5612 Bardstown Rd., 822-3388. After a bit of a hike out Bardstown Rd., you will find oversized margaritas, well-priced, nicely made familiar Mexican food, and a welcoming atmosphere. The customize-your-guacamole bar is a popular feature. $$ L D p

LA RIVIERA MAYA 8104 National Turnpike, 361-3566. This South End Mexican restaurant is popular with local Latinos, which is always a good sign. Look for gorditas and carne asada, as well as familiar fare like enchiladas. Word is that the horchata is rich and spiced just right. $ L D p

TACO CITY LOUISVILLE 1283 Bardstown Rd., 409-9454, 11601 Shelbyville Rd., 742-1638, 3085 Breckenridge Ln., 443-4286. The trio of locations of this Mexican place — run by a trio of Mexican natives — serve tacos on homemade corn tortillas, tortas, salads and burritos, using recipes straight from Mexico like the mole sauce by the owner’s grandma. $ L D f

LA POPULAR 2521 Seventh St Rd., 636-3688.$ L D p

LA SIERRA RESTAURANT AND TAQUERIA 6501 Shepherdsville Rd., 969-7938. $

LA TROPICANA 5215 Preston Hwy., 964-5957. This Latino grocery store has been selling a full range of fruits, vegetables, meats and grocery items for a while. Now there is a steamtable buffet with a wide range of lunch choices. It’s mostly take-away, but there’s also limited outdoor and indoor seating. $$ B L D f

LAS MARGARITAS MEXICAN RESTAURANT 12220 Shelbyville Rd., 963-5503, 307 Central Ave., 690-8071. The emphasis here is on the cuisine of the Gulf coast of Mexico. You will find the familiar (tacos, fajitas) and the slightly different — caldo de pollo (Mexican chicken soup), mole poblano and salmon al ajillo (garlic salmon) and tlayollos, a variation on tamales. $$ L D p

LUCKY BURRITO 2118 Bardstown Rd., 883-1000. Christopher Seckman and partner Adrian Jimarez Neri

NOCHE MEXICAN BBQ 1838 Bardstown Rd., 467-8015. Inside a de-commissioned Lutheran Church, illuminated by the large stained glass windows in the sanctuary/dining room, you can find authentic Tex-Mex barbecue. Look for brisket and pulled pork smoked with Noche’s special spice blend, fajitas, flautas, green chili macaroni and cheese and grilled Mexican street corn. $$ D pf

TAQUERIA LOS GORDITOS 2017 Brownsboro Rd., 5098676. Joining the burgeoning taco-oriented restaurant

SALSARITA’S FRESH CANTINA 285 N. Hubbards Ln., 8975323, 12915 Shelbyville Rd., 365-1424. Another entry in the hot “Fresh Mexican” niche that features gigantic burritos made to order. Now with two locations, in St. Matthews and Middletown. $ L D f

TORCHY'S TACOS 1540 Veterans Pkwy., Jeffersonville IN, (812) 645-4800. This Texas-based taco chain has expanded east to Jeffersonville. Try the "Trailer Park" taco with fried chicken, green chiles and pico de gallo, or go for a Scallywag, with coconut-battered shrimp, bacon, green chiles, and peach habanero jam. Or choose a salad, fajita or burrito, There’s a full bar featuring margaritas and specialty cocktails.

ZOMBIE TACO 100 W. Washington St. (Moxy Hotel), 7167377. This always-open walk-up taco window at the new Moxy Hotel features Taco Tuesdays specials on tacos and margaritas, a 3-taco survival box with a side of chips and salsa, and deep discounts for restaurant industry workers on Sundays and Mondays. $$ B L D pf

TRES AMIGOS 9921 Ormsby Station Rd. $ L D

choices is this new spot in Clifton. “Gorditos” means “the fat ones.” so expect overfilled tacos, burritos and other Mexican standards. $ B L D

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YELLOW CACTUS 3620 Paoli Pk., Floyds Knobs IN, 9030313. A yellow neon cactus draws diners to this Indiana restaurant that offers standard Mexican cantina fare, as well as steak and chicken in both American and Mexican styles, and a few seafood dishes. $ L D p

TUMBLEWEED TEX MEX GRILL & MARGARITA BAR (8 locations). Starting as a humble Mexican restaurant in New Albany, Tumbleweed grew to become an area favorite serving bold, southwest-inspired food such as burritos, spicy chile con queso, mesquite-grilled steaks, fish and chicken. The Margarita Bar offers two dozen tequila varieties and dozens of sweet and tangy margarita combinations. $ L D p

MOE’S SOUTHWEST GRILL 2001 S. Hurstbourne Pkwy., 491-1800, 1001 Breckinridge Ln., 893-6637, 4652 Chamberlain Ln., 425-3330, 9310 Cedar Center Way, 6147722. The food may be more fast-food Mexican-American than authentic South-of-the-Border fare, but it is freshly made from quality ingredients and comes in oversize portions, and that’s not a bad thing. $ L D

ADRIENNE & CO. BAKERY CAFÉ 129 W. Court Ave., Jeffersonville IN, 282-2665. If you need something for your sweet tooth and won’t be denied, count yourself lucky if the craving strikes when you’re in the vicinity of this cozy Southern Indiana spot, with its good selection of homemade cakes and treats. $ f

ANNIE MAY’S SWEETS CAFÉ 3110 Frankfort Ave., 3842667. The only gluten and nut-free bakery in the state caters to customers with dietary issues such as celiac disease and allergies. Cookies, brownies, cakes, pies, wedding cakes all made without wheat, dairy, eggs, soy or tree nuts. Arrive early, before the vegan and allergen-free oatmeal cream pie cookies sell out. $

BOOMTOWN CREAMERY 114 E. Main St., New Albany IN, (812) 590-1314. Next door to Boomtown Kitchen (in the space that housed the legendary South Side Inn), this ice-cream shop serves hand-dipped ice cream and large shakes. $ L D

CLIFTON DONUTS 2317 Brownsboro Rd., 749-6896. A family from Thailand produces very fresh donuts of all sorts daily to an appreciative crowd from the Clifton corridor. Fans favorably compare the offerings here to those at the chains, lauding freshness of product and friendliness of service. $ B

VALLARTA MEXICAN SEAFOOD AND GRILL 9874 Linn Station Rd., 290-6268. This family-owned restaurant serves freshly cooked seafood dishes in the style of Mexico’s Pacific coast, as well as more familiar Mexican fare (tacos, fajitas, burritos). Fans enjoy the large portions. $ L D p

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TINO'S TACOS 161 Outer Loop, 742-3030. An extensive menu here offers all the Mexican food choices Americans are familiar with including tortas, burritos, gorditas, quesadillas and fajitas. $ L D p

BOUDREAUX’S NEW ORLEANS STYLE SNO-BALLS 11816 Shelbyville Rd., This little family run shop offers the garishly colored shaved ice treat with all sorts of syrup flavors and toppings. $ f

COLD STONE CREAMERY 1013 Jefferson Commons Dr., Jeffersonville IN, 913-0034, 2015 S. Hurstbourne Pkwy., 499-7750, 976 Breckenridge Ln, 894-6292. The angle that distinguishes this ice cream chain is the long list of add-ons that fans can choose to have worked into their favorite flavor:

BREADWORKS 3628 Brownsboro Rd., 893-3200, 2204 Dundee Rd., 452-1510. $ B

BUTCHERTOWN GROCERY BAKERY 729 E. Main St., 7428315. With its move from a cramped upstairs space on Washington Street to more spacious digs on Main, Butchertown Grocery’s bakery maven Barbara Turner now offers a wide range of pastries, breads, chocolates, cookies, sandwiches, soups and take-home dinners. Good Folks coffee provides fresh-squeezed juices and local kombuchas, coffee and espresso. $$ B Br L D p

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CHUY’S 104 Oxmoor Ct., 327-3033, 1440 Veterans Pkwy., Clarksville IN, 288-2489. The Austin, Texas “unchain,” has two area locations, offering a complimentary happy hour nacho “car bar” set in the back end of a 50s era auto, plenty of Elvis memorabilia, and a wall of chihuahua photos. Oh, and Tex-Mex food at reasonable prices. $$ L D pf

VICTORIA MEXICAN RESTAURANT 2918 Hikes Ln., 7095178. $ L D f

PENNY AND PEARL'S BAKESHOP 106 Fairfax Ave., 8906004. This St. Matthews bakery offers 8 to 10 flavors daily of cookies with a crispy edge and a softer middle. Look for weekly specials which include snickerdoodle with brown butter, crème brulée cookies and salted caramel pretzel ‘sammies’. $ B L

DALAT’S GATEAUX & BAKERY 6915 Southside Dr., 3689280. New co-owners Anthony Pham and his partner Bill Ho (whose parents founded DaLat’s in 1999) renovated the bakery and café earlier this year. The business is named after Da Lat, the largest city of the Central Highlands in Vietnam, where Ho’s parents were bakers before they immigrated. The café is known for its pastries, banh mi desserts, boba tea, and Vietnamese coffee. $ B L D

LOUISVILLE CREAM 632 E. Market St., 882-1516. Owner Daryl Goodner takes milk from grass-fed cows at JD Country Farms and makes it into small batch ice cream vended from his NuLu shop. There is a mix of classic flavors and rotating seasonal creations, including French Vanilla, Bourbon Baklava, Banana Pudding, Pistachio Honeycomb and many others. $ L D f

NORTH LIME DONUTS 1228 S. Seventh St., 384-2320, 1301 Herr Ln., 963-5734. This Lexington-based bakery offers made-on-premises donuts, certain of them uncommonly flavored (blueberry cheesecake, French toast and pumpkin cream cheese) and coffee in an invitingly renovated 19thcentury factory building on the western edge of Old Louisville. A second location in the ‘burbs (Westport Village) is now open. $ B Lf

HONEYDEW 135 Breckenridge Ln., 963-5657. The owner of District 6 in, the popular Vietnamese restaurant in St. Mathews, now adds a smoothie bar with healthful, freshpressed juices, smoothies and croffles, something between a croissant and a waffle that is opular in Asia. $ B L

LEAVEN BAKERY 1515 E. Market St., New Albany IN, 5368823. Zechariah and Kimberly Maxey, veterans of Jack Fry’s and the Brown Hotel, have opened a French bistro/bakery in a 100-year-old New Albany building. In addition to baked goods, the bakery will also serve breakfast and lunch items: eggs Benedict, omelets, mussels with spicy marinara sauce, BLTs with pork belly and other seasonal menu choices. $$ B L f

GOLDEN GATE DONUTS 8605 Smyrna Pkwy., 883-0012. This South End donut shop has garnered copious fans for

LEANN'S HOME MADE CHEESECAKES 1001 Logan St. (Logan Street Market), 919-597-1625. Whole cheesecakes

HI-FIVE DOUGHNUTS 1011 E. Main St., 409-5584. Owners Annie Harlow and Leslie Wilson started with a food truck, and now are among the pioneer businesses in the Butcher Block on E. Main St. Customers can create their own with a choice of glazes and toppings or choose house favorites like Kentucky Fried Buttermilk Chicken Doughnut, Bourbon Caramel with Bacon, or Sugah Doughnut. $ B L

GELATO GILBERTO 9434 Norton Commons Blvd., 4237751. 9434 Norton Commons Blvd., 423-7751, 2240 Frankfort Ave., 422-0908. Justin and Kristin Gilbert so loved the gelato they ate as students in Italy that they returned there after graduating to study gelato making. Their popular Norton Commons store now has a sibling in Clifton. You can get crepes at both stores as well. $

MY FAVORITE MUFFIN 9800 Shelbyville Rd., 426-9645. All the muffins are made right in the store, including such popular choices as the Cinnamon Crumb and the Turtle Muffin. $ B

PHILLY'S BEST FROZEN DESSERTS 3912 Bardstown Rd., 996-0640, 307 Wallace Ave., 916-2022. This variation on cold summer refreshment serves water ice, a summer staple in the owners’ hometown of Philadelphia. This version of flavored water uses a process that shaves ice until it is finely textured and creamy, to which is added a variety of sweet fruit flavors. $ L D f

bananas, berries, candies, cookies and nuts, to name a few. Ice cream cakes, smoothies and shakes too. $

HOMEMADE ICE CREAM & PIE KITCHEN 2525 Bardstown Rd., 459-8184, 3737 Lexington Rd., 893-3303, 3521 Springhurst Commons Dr., 326-8990, 5606 Bardstown Rd., 239-3880, 3113 Blackiston Mill Rd., New Albany IN, 590-3580, 4810 Dixie Hwy., 409-6100. $ L D f

INSOMNIA COOKIES 1913 S. Fourth St., 385-5143, 948 Baxter Ave., 665-0237. This late-night (til 3 a.m.) cookie and ice cream delivery business was so successful with U of L students that the owners opened a second location in the Highlands. You can order ice cream sandwich cookies too; drink choices are milk or chocolate milk, of course. $ L D

DINO’S BAKERY 4162 Bardstown Rd., 493-2396. Dino Ghazawi, whose family owned a bakery in his native Jordan, has renovated space in the Buechel Plaza Shopping Center, installed three ovens for baking pita, French and Italian bread and pies. Many of those are sold wholesale, but retail shoppers can get locally made fresh pita and other Middle Eastern groceries. $ B

GOLD SWEET BAKERY 529 Lyndon Ln., 614-6342. The husband and wife team behind Gold Sweet Bakery, who were bakers in Cuba, immigrated to Louisville in 2017 in hopes of opening an authentic Cuban bakery. Mission accomplished. Expect cakes, pastelitos, flan and rice pudding, plus an assortment of sandwiches as well as Mexican pizza. $ B L D

LA PANA BAKERY 1001 Logan St. (Logan Street Market), 9360307. At this takeaway kiosk you can find traditional Oaxacan sweetbreads or pan dulce: orejitas, a fried dough pastry not unlike elephant ears; concha, a sweet roll and pan de muerto, a sweet bread eaten on the Day of the Dead. Be sure to try the donuts filled with lechesilla custard. $ B L pf

EHRLER'S ICE CREAM 201 E. Main St., 749-2236. Louisville’s iconic ice cream shop returns after a long hiatus. Good, locally-made ice cream and nostalgia for the ice cream treats of childhood will be the main draws. $ f

PARIS BANH MI & BAKERY 1237 Bardstown Rd., 384-9676. You will find a wide variety of Vietnamese sandwiches here, as well as pastries ranging from croissants to apple turnovers and a long list of cakes, some gluten-free. $$ B L D f

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JASMIN BAKERY 2201 Steier Ln., 458-0013. This “Europeanstyle” bakery offers an eclectic menu of Eastern Mediterranean fare, such as gyros and baklava, as well as breads. $ B L D f

DAIRY KASTLE 575 Eastern Pkwy., 634-8990. A long-time seasonal favorite that has drawn celebrities (like Denny Crum and Rick Pitino) and is ever popular with Germantown folks craving cones, flurries, milkshakes, sundaes and chili dogs. Seasonal: March-November. $ f

GIGI’S CUPCAKES 1977 S. Hurstbourne Pkwy., 499-4998. This Tennessee-based chain offers a changing selection of high-end cupcakes in designer flavors — Bailey’s Irish cream, apple spice, coconut snowball, and so on. $

CRUMBL COOKIES 12949 Shelbyville Rd., 405-8156, 4110 Summit Plaza Dr., 509-2828. This gourmet cookie chain specializes in fresh-baked cookies with a weekly rotating menu that always includes a warm milk chocolate chip cookie and a chilled sugar cookie. $ B L D f

JJ BAKES & CO. 210 W. Liberty (Omni Hotel), 606-226-3566. This counter service and custom order bakery specializes in wedding cakes and spectacular desserts. Owner Jackie Joseph, encouraged by stints at The Brown Hotel and her gig cooking for the 2010 Olympic team, entered — and won — the Food Network’s “Best Baker in America” in 2021.$ B L

LA MAISON AUX CREPES 1001 Logan St. (Logan Street Market). Eight kinds of filled crepes, savory and sweet, and two kinds of waffles are available at this addition to the restaurant row at Logan Street Market. $$ B L D p

and cheesecake cupcakes can be found at this new grab-andgo food option at Logan Street Market. $$$ L D p

PEARL STREET TREATS 301 Pearl St., Jeffersonville IN. 2888850. An invigorating walk across the Big Four Bridge will bring you down very close to this family-run frozen yogurt shop that also serves soup, chili, cookies, popcorn, and frozen dog treats. Novelty soda flavors in the cooler, but they will refill your water bottle for free. $ L D

HONEY CREME DONUT SHOP 514 Vincennes St., New Albany IN, 945-2150. Off the beaten track, this down-homey bakery in a plain white building offers a wide selection of doughnuts, fritters and Danish that keeps the shop’s fans coming back again and again. $ B

LUEBERRY ACAI & SUPERFOODS 808 E. Market St., 7420640. This café serves açai bowls topped with things like goji berries, banana, chia, strawberries and coconut. Smoothies and other healthful options also available. $$ B L D

PANCHITOS ICE CREAM 8112 Preston Hwy, 554-6222, 2245 Bardstown Rd., 554-4190. Lexington-based Panchito’s now has two outlets in Louisville, offering Mexican ice cream, popsicles (paletas), tacos, quesadillas and other Mexican snacks. The new Highlands outpost is in the former Bánh Mi Hero building. $ L D

GLOW WORM PLAY CAFÉ 962 Barret Ave., 690-4633. Calling itself “the first play café in Louisville,” Glow Worm offers three play sessions per day for children 6 and under, while parents wait, mingle or work in the full-service café. $ B L

PLEHN’S BAKERY 3940 Shelbyville Rd., 896-4438. A neighborhood institution, this bakery is as busy as it is nostalgic.

their always freshly-made donuts and cream-filled Long Johns, French crullers, giant bear claws and apple fritters. Savory breakfast sandwiches too. $ B L

NORD’S BAKERY 2118 S. Preston St., 634-0931. This oldschool, family-owned bakery on the edge of Germantown has a devoted following, drawn by divine Danish, donuts, and great coffee from the nearby Sunergos micro-roastery — and if you’re a sucker for over-the-top excess, try the caramel donut topped with — yes, it’s true — bacon. $ B

LIÈGE & DAIRY ICE CREAM + WAFFLES 2212 Holiday Manor Ctr., 290-0065. Enjoy this shop’s locally roasted coffee and in-house crafted ice cream. Made with local honey, sorghum molasses, fruits, and non-GMO cream, Liège uses a process that creates a denser ice cream. $ L D

GEORGIA'S SWEET POTATO PIE CO. 1559 Bardstown Rd., 742-2852. If you watched Grace & Frankie, you know how versatile sweet potatoes can be. In addition to several variations on sweet potato pie, ice cream and cookies, you can find sweet potato-infused soy candles, room sprays and wax melts. $ L D

KING DONUT 814 Eastern Pkwy., 742-9003. You’ll find a tasty selection of donuts, along with ice cream, breakfast sandwiches and smoothies at this friendly, brightly lit neighborhood favorite on the edge of Germantown. $ B L D

DUCK DONUTS 4600 Shelbyville Rd., 614-6657. This coastal North Carolina-based chain offers high concept donuts (S’mores donuts, maple-bacon donuts) and a create your own donut option. Or, try a breakfast sandwich built on a donut, if you dare. $

THE COMFY COW 1301 Herr Ln., 425-4979, 2223 Frankfort Ave., 409-4616, 339 W. Cardinal Blvd., 409-5090, 13301 Shelbyville Rd., 883-4128, 4005 Summit Plaza Dr. (Paddock Shops), 423-4465, 600 Terminal Dr. (Louisville Airport). Now fans of this “new-fashioned” ice-cream parlor can find their favorite flavors popping up all over town. And, you can now find Comfy Cow products in Krogers ice cream section. $ f

KING DONUTS 608 Lyndon Ln., 890-5293. Donuts, yes, but you can also choose muffins, breakfast sandwiches and sandwiches for lunch. Healthy juices as well as coffee. $ B L D

HEITZMAN TRADITIONAL BAKERY & DELI 9426 Shelbyville Rd., 426-7736. The Heitzman family has been baking in the Louisville area since your great-aunt was a girl ordering dinner rolls. Made fresh daily, the pies, cakes, cookies and specialty pastries provide tasty nostalgia for all who visit. $ B L D

JEFF'S DONUTS 5420 IN-62, Jeffersonville IN, 283-3636, 6401 Dutchmans Ln., 365-3299. Jeff concocts 40 variations of donuts. The Texas donut (order in advance) is large enough for several people. Also available are apple and cherry hand pies, cinnamon twists and glazed honey buns. The Jeffersonville location is open 24 hrs. $ B L D

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FLEUR DE TEA 10704 Meeting St.742-9561. Choose from a selection of tea varieties, pastries and bubble tea at this ubercute Norton Commons tea shop. $ B L D

HIGHVIEW ICE CREAM & COFFEE 7525 Outer Loop, 6183809. This suburban oasis offers coffee and specialty coffee drinks made from Sunergos beans and serves locally-made Bernoulli Small Batch Ice Cream. $ B L D f

MICKEY’S 624 Vincennes St., New Albany IN. An off-shoot of McQuixote Books and Coffee in Portland (owner Mickey Ball is a co-owner there), this used bookstore and coffee shop uses Good Folks Coffee, with teas from Elmwood Inn Fine Teas and baked goods from Viking Hat Bakery and Payne Street Bakehouse. $ B L D f

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WILLIAM’S BAKERY 1051 N. Clark Blvd., Clarksville IN, 284-2867. $ B

KOLKIN COFFEE 2736 Charlestown Rd., New Albany IN, 599-8410. This family run caffeine dispensary on the north side of New Albany serves coffee from Sunergos roastery in a cheerful, inviting environment. $

QUILL’S COFFEE SHOP 930 Baxter Ave., 742-6129, 802 E. Main St., 473-5379. Fans of this local purveyor of excellent coffee and provider of amenable working spaces can find their caffeine fix and wi-fi hotspot at both locations. $ pf

COFFEE 2122 S. Preston St., 634-1243, 306 W. Woodlawn Ave., 368-2820, 231 S. Fifth St., 589-3222, 1647 Norris Pl., 919-9676. Matthew Huested and Brian Miller used to roast their own coffee beans as a hobby. Their friends said they did it so well, they should turn pro — the result is Sunergos Coffee. $

THE COFFEE ZONE 9601 Whipps Mill Rd., 708-1522. North Carolinian transplant Craig Bishop has established a beachhead in Louisville. In addition to some good java, he features bakery items, such as pastries, and assorted sandwiches. $ f

FUN TEA 1613 Bardstown Rd., 749-1376. Tea in many variations – pure tea, milk tea, tea lattes, and Taiwanese bubble tea – can be found here, along with slushies, smoothies and bubble puff cake. $ L D f

JACKDAW COFFEE & BOURBON BAR 120 S Floyd St., 977-4590. The Cambria Hotel on Whiskey Row is a property of O’Reilly Hospitality Management, hence billing modern Irish “fusion” branding for its bar and restaurant, as revealed by the use of corned beef in the breakfast burrito, plus Irish bacon, a ploughman’s plate, and Irish soda bread. The cocktail list quite properly eschews Irish uisce beatha for the preferred Kentucky variant. $ B L D p

FRESCO TEA BAR 216 Pearl St., New Albany IN, 725-7691, 223 Pearl St., Jeffersonville IN. Bubble tea in many manifestations is the focus here, but stop in for a breakfast bagel or burrito, or cookies or fudge, or a wide selection of “wellness teas.” $ B L

FANTE'S COFFEE 2501 Grinstead Dr., 454-0543. Owner Leo Fante has been in the coffee business most of his life, and has finally opened his own shop across the road from Cherokee Park. Fante imports his beans from small suppliers around the world, and roasts on premise. There is also a limited menu of sandwiches, soups and salads, and breakfast pastries. $ B L D pf

ABOL CAFÉ 102 1/2 Cannons Ln., 384-9430. The coffee served in this St. Matthews shop is from Ethiopia, as are many of the dishes on the brunch menu, which includes checheba (Ethiopian flatbread served with scrambled egg or honey) and quanta firfir, a dried beef and tomato stew. $ B Br L f BEAN 1138 Goss Ave., 785-4079. $ B L

CAFE COMMONS 10616 Meeting St. What was once the FIX coffee shop is now Café Commons, with new ownership and a fresh mandate to deliver barista-created coffee to residents of the 600-acre Norton Commons mixed use community, including a compact menu of egg, cheese and sausage biscuit sandwiches, grilled cheese, donuts, cookies and macarons. $ B L f

DAY’S ESPRESSO AND COFFEE BAR 1420 Bardstown Rd., 456-1170. Dark and cozy, with an old-fashioned feeling, Day’s has everything you would expect in a collegeneighborhood coffee shop except a college near by. $ f

PEARL STREET GAME & COFFEE HOUSE 405 Pearl St., Jeffersonville IN, 648-1663. The name says it all: you can play your favorite boards games from the extensive library of such while enjoying coffee drinks, fresh fruit smoothies, lavender lattes, and sandwiches. $ B L D f

SWEET SURRENDER 1804 Frankfort Ave., 899-2008. Sweet Surrender, with Jessica Haskell at the helm, has returned to its original Clifton neighborhood to provide elegant desserts. $$ f

RAWNAISSANCE DESSERTS 1759 Bardstown Rd., 4243638. Owner Barbora Shneydman offers “guilt-free” dessert concoctions, a variety of chocolate and fruit truffles, and cakes made with raw vegan ingredients. Everything is free of sugar, grains, soy, dairy and eggs. $ L D

RED HOT ROASTERS 1399 Lexington Rd., 569-0000. Sondra Powell has closed her Butchertown Block sit down store and returned to purveying her excellent house-roasted coffee and refreshing coffee drinks from her drive-thru location in Irish Hill. $ f

BLACKBEARD ESPRESSO 718 W. Main St., 618-0004. Former food truck Blackbeard Espresso now has a Main St. storefront, taking over for Mrs. Potters. Look for coffee, hot and cold teas, milkshakes and smoothies, which the truck’s limited generator couldn’t handle. Baked goods include muffins and scones for those who need a carb lift with their caffeine. $ B L

BREW & SIP COFFEE BAR 3800 Shepherdsville Rd., 6183416, 505 W. Broadway, 589-1020. Here you will find an ambitious menu of exotic coffee drinks, teas and smoothies, and, for an ostensible coffee bar, an unusual food menu: not just pastries, but sandwiches, wings, and soups. $ B L

SCOOTER'S COFFEE 4703 Dixie Hwy., 260-8642, 11506 Shelbyville Rd., 690-6349, 9060 Dixie Hwy., 690-4042., 4036 Poplar Level Rd. This Omaha-based chain of drive-through coffee stops has plans to add several more Louisville-area locations to its portfolio of over 300 outlets around the Midwest. Red Bull infusions, too, and pastries and breakfast items. $ B L D

THE PEACH COBBLER FACTORY 805 Blankenbaker Pkwy., 496-4020, 2237 Bardstown Rd., 690-4004. These dessert café makes a dozen or so fruit cobblers served with ice cream. Cinnamon rolls and banana puddings (tricked out with added flavors) are also on the menu. $ L D f

SISTER BEAN’S 5225 New Cut Rd., 364-0082. $ f

and teas. A second loaction has been added in Mellwood Arts Center. $ B L

CULTIVATOR COFFEE 1415 E. Spring St., New Albany IN. Hot coffees and espresso here are sourced from Louisville’s Sunergos, while rotating guest roasters from across the country will provide pour-overs and iced coffees. $ B L D f

LOUISVILLE TEA COMPANY 9305 New LaGrange Rd., 3652516. Teas of all sorts, pastries and cookies make for a perfect morning snack the English call “elevenses.” $ B L

ENDLESS SUMMER PADDLE & COFFEE COMPANY 1301 Frankfort Ave., 203-1041. Located in the Waterside Apartments, this stand-up paddleboard livery also offers a coffee shop. Fresh juice, smoothies and snacks are available for paddlers, paddleboard students, and landlubbers. $ B L

THE COFFEE BOXX 1512 Portland Ave., 544-5787. This new Portland coffee bar fills the former McQuixote Books and Coffee space and offers all you’d expect: a range of popular coffee drinks, teas and some specialty items such as Vietnamese coffee and caramel cream cold brew. $ B L f

Enjoy the hometown soda fountain with ice cream while you wait for your hand-decorated birthday cake, breakfast rolls or colorful cookies to be boxed. $ B

POLLY FREEZE 5242 IN-62, Georgetown IN, 945-6911. The scenic drive out Highway 62 to this Southern Indiana institution on hot summer nights has been a tradition since 1952. Soft serve ice cream in any variation (cones, sundaes, shakes, floats), a wide range of burgers, dogs, sandwiches and sides. Worth the trip. $ L D f

SWEET STUFF BAKERY 323 E. Spring St., New Albany IN, 948-2507. This long-time southern Indiana home-style bakery is noted for baked goods just like your grandmother made. Its specialty: painted sugar cookies, with designs in white chocolate that change with the seasons and holidays. Also custom cookie and cake designs. $ B

HEINE BROTHERS’ COFFEE (16 locations) Heine Bros. continues their dominance in the local brewing scene. The stores are always friendly and affordable, with good coffee roasted on the premises and a short list of pastries, desserts and panini sandwiches. $ f

PREGAME COFFEE 1737 Frankfort Ave., 645-0324. It’s a coffee shop. No, it’s a sports bar. Well, it is both. Stop in in the morning to talk about sports and order from a selection of coffee drinks, teas and beer and wine as well. Or come back during game time and watch your games in a coffee house environment. $ B L D p f

STARLIGHT COFFEE CO. 3131 Grant Line Rd., New Albany IN, 542-1522, 101 Lafollette Station, Floyds Knobs IN, 923-1404, 7613 Old Hwy. 60, Sellersburg IN. 748-7000. For almost twenty years this staple of the Southern Indiana coffee culture has been roasting and serving its custom-blends to happy Hoosiers. Owner Jim Book has recently expanded north to Sellersburg, where he will move the company’s roasting and wholesale operations. $ f

SWEETS BY MORGAN 533 Spring St., Jeffersonville IN. 7250080. Owner Morgan Coomer is dedicated to scratch baking and using real butter in her icings. Expect the usual sweet bakery items like cookies and cupcakes, along with clever specialties. $ B L D

THE OLD LOUISVILLE COFFEE CO-OP 316 W. Ormsby Ave. A unique worker-owned business with an ambitious agenda, including partnerships with Three Keys Coffee (Houston TX), Sis Got Tea and Kizito Cookies; a 24-hour schedule on weekends; the offering of alternatives to the bar scene for people in recovery; and serving as an LGBTQ safe space. $ B L D

STOMPING GROUNDS COFFEE CO. 10019 Dixie Hwy., 9967473. This friendly, locally-owned coffee shop serves Sunergos roasted coffees in all sorts of popular versions, hot and cold. $ B L

SAFAI COFFEE 1707 Bardstown Rd., 384-3555, 1001 Logan St. (Logan Street Market). This casual spot boasts the ambiance of a friendly old-fashioned book shop, with comfortable seating, house-made crepes, and coffee roasted at the Logan Street Market, where there is a second shop. $ B L f

COFFEE CROSSING (1-888-465-6067) 140 E. Main St., New Albany IN, 4212 Charlestown Rd., New Albany IN, 410 Patrol Rd., Jeffersonville IN, 805 Talaina Pl., New Albany IN, 8105 Highway 311, Sellersburg, IN. All five locations please their Southern Indiana clientele with a full roster of coffee drinks, teas, cider and smoothies.$ B L f

NTABA COFFEE HAUS 2407 Brownsboro Rd., 871-5082., 1860 Mellwood Ave. It is always fun to see former chain restaurant buildings repurposed. The one-time Pizza Hut in Clifton on Brownsboro Road is now a purveyor of African-sourced coffees

PLEASE & THANK YOU 800 E. Market St., 553-0113, 2341 Frankfort Ave., 432-8614, 9561 U.S. Hwy 42, 544-9225. This small-batch bakery and coffeehouse offering quiches, panini, cookies, and a hip vibe. $ B L f

SUGAR AND SPICE DONUT SHOP 5613 Bardstown Rd., 231-1411. This Fern Creek bakery has loads of loyal fans, who often buy out their favorite donut by mid-morning. Coffee to go too, of course, and even little half-pints of chocolate milk. $ B

SNOWHAT 3801 Poplar Level Rd., 742-6080. After a hot day at the zoo, stop by this New Orleans-style snoball shop for a cooling cone. Blueberry and strawberry flavors, and for the more adventurous: lavender lemonade, watermelon basil and jalapeño margarita. $ L D

STARBUCKS COFFEE (40+ locations) $ f

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