Best Neighbourhood Gem Restaurants in Frankfort Ave - Crescent Hill

22 restaurants available nearby

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1. Volare Italian Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(4198)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Frankfort Ave - Crescent Hill

Booked 53 times today

Discover and savor Italian at its finest!Whether you choose to dine in our main dining area, year-round patio, or private dining facility; Volare boasts an intimate and beautiful setting.Come experience the ultimate in entertaining… a special occasion at Volare. Inspired cuisine, beautiful surroundings and impeccable service are the hallmarks of a great event. You deserve nothing less, and we promise even more.

2. Varanese

4.7

Exceptional(4642)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Frankfort Ave - Crescent Hill

Booked 17 times today

Varanese settled in Louisville because of its successful independent dining scene, and he believes that the people of Louisville will appreciate fresh ingredients, prepared with a creative flair and a culturally diverse menu. Varanese’s eclectic menu boasts an array of options from stuffed grape leaves, and fried green tomato salad, to new signature entrées: the seared boneless pork chop, and caramelized orange salmon. Finish with a fried banana accompanied by a house-made oatmeal cookie dough ice cream dessert. This New American style restaurant will comfortably seat 150 guests between its bar, dining room and four seasons patio. The four seasons patio of Varanese is an addition to the building, which has a dramatic 20-foot slate water wall. The space is enclosed by a serpentine of glass doors, which retract to offer an outdoor dining experience. Varanese is located at 2106 Frankfort Ave. in the Historic Clifton neighborhood

3. Le Moo

4.7

Exceptional(5774)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Highlands - Bardstown Rd / Taylorsville Rd

Booked 49 times today

Louisville’s locally owned “Le Moo” is a dimly lit ambiance inspiring an elevated yet unstuffy menu of fine steakhouse fare +100 bourbons, yet there’s no jacket required. A must-do for dinner + brunch in Lou, KY.-Food Network “Top 25 Steakhouses in America”, -“Best Boozy Brunch”, Readers Choice“ Go ultra-luxe at Le Moo with a unique chef's tableside presentation of theMiyazaki Wagyu, a Grade A5, marble score-10 cut from Miyazaki, Japan, considered the best steak in the world. Mark the moment with a complimentary certificate of authenticity featuring an official nose-print from the cattle and the option to add your fingerprint.”“ Next-level things by calling ahead and requesting to dine at Le Moo's one-of-a-kind vintage Louis Vuitton booth, which is made with 17 pieces of vintage luggage and accommodates four to five diners.” - OpenTable Editorial TeamBest in Louisville for Birthday dinner celebrations due to the ‘your age off your steak’ deal and the special experience surprises.

4. Porcini

4.8

Exceptional(2870)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Frankfort Ave - Crescent Hill

Booked 26 times today

Established in 1992, Porcini is an independent, award-winning restaurant located in the Historic Crescent Hill neighborhood of Louisville, Kentucky. We specialize in Northern Italian cuisine, excellent service, and offer an extensive selection of fine wines, bourbons, and signature cocktails. Over the last 30 years, we have been privileged to be a part of so many great memories here in our dining room, bar, private dining room, and patio. * For Parties of 8 or more, please contact the restaurant at (502) 894-8686 to make a reservation.

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5. River House Restaurant & Raw Bar

4.7

Exceptional(7445)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Downtown Louisville

Booked 86 times today

River House Restaurant & Raw Bar is a neighborhood gem in downtown Louisville. It's a charming spot with a 'home-like' atmosphere, boasting a water wall and a fire pit on the porch overlooking the river. The menu features fresh seafood and regional cuisine with a Southern flair. Customers rave about the excellent food, service, and ambiance, with many noting the scenic river view. It's a favorite among locals for its consistently high-quality food and service.

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6. Guacamole Modern Mexican

4.8

Exceptional(1800)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • East Market St - NuLu

Booked 44 times today

Guacamole Modern Mexican is Louisville’s destination for authentic Mexican cuisine with a modern twist. Our award-winning chefs have created a menu that typifies the best of Mexican food and cocktails while still bringing their own inimitable style and personality to the plate and glass. Immerse yourself in the ambiance of our one of a kind restaurant featuring handcrafted cocktails, fresh ingredients, and contemporary vibes.

7. Fork & Barrel

4.5

Awesome(1576)

Price: Moderate

• American • Frankfort Ave - Crescent Hill

Booked 8 times today

Fork & Barrel prides itself on serving upscale American cuisine with a focus on local ingredients, craft cocktails, and serving it all with southern hospitality. The Restaurant is located on Frankfort Avenue in Louisville, Kentucky in one of the town’s restaurant rows. The Restaurant seats 100 guests and has reservations as well as open seating at the bar and seasonal patio seating.

8. Mesh - Louisville

4.7

Exceptional(3577)

Price: Moderate

• American • St Matthews

Booked 55 times today

Mesh blends contemporary elegance and comfort with innovative cuisine and excellent service. The original menu and unique decor make Mesh an ideal setting for business meetings, romantic evenings, or a night out with friends.A meal at Mesh is one you won't soon forget and value you won’t believe.

9. Grassa Gramma

4.7

Exceptional(4353)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Westport Rd - Lyndon

Booked 76 times today

Open for Dine-in or Carry-out. Grassa Gramma joins its award-winning upscale-casual sister eateries The Village Anchor and Le Moo Steak House as one of the premiere dining spots in the region. Inspired by an eclectic mix of northern and southern Italian fare, Grassa Gramma brings together all of the elements for which Grangier’s restaurants are known—fresh and interesting foods, intriguing and overtly unique atmospheres and warm and friendly service. With its stone and bronze finishes, period furnishings and tapestries, and rich velvets and leathers, Grassa Gramma offers a truly authentic Italian dining experience unmatched in the region in an unimaginable environment. Our Chefs and Managers welcome you and your guests to experience Grassa Gramma for your next dining experience.

10. The Fat Lamb

4.8

Exceptional(1261)

Price: Expensive

• American • Highlands - Bardstown Rd / Taylorsville Rd

Booked 18 times today

The Fat Lamb is a Mediterranean-inspired restaurant located in Louisville, Kentucky. It was opened in 2016 by Chef Dallas McGarity, who serves as the executive chef and owner. The restaurant is known for its focus on using locally sourced ingredients and for its unique combination of Mediterranean flavors with Southern influences. The menu at The Fat Lamb features a variety of small plates, entrees, and seasonal specials, and is known for its rotating selection of meats and seafood dishes. The restaurant also has a strong emphasis on wine and cocktail, featuring a curated list of wines that complement the Mediterranean cuisine. The Fat Lamb has been well-reviewed by critics and is considered to be one of the best restaurants in Louisville. It's widely known for its cozy and welcoming atmosphere, making it a popular spot for a romantic dinner or casual night out with friends.

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Judy
Central Kentucky •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Josh never disappoints. He is an excellent chef and a personable businessman. He is a class act!
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Volare Italian RestaurantPrice: Moderate• Italian• Frankfort Ave - Crescent Hill
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4.8
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JosephVIP
Central Kentucky •15 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Kiarra was a marvelous server. We had oysters, shrimp cocktail, scallops & succotash, and ahi tuna. Everything was delicious.
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River House Restaurant & Raw BarPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Downtown Louisville
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4.7
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JoeVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •15 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We sorted with the goat cheese! Oh that was so creamy and delicious! Risotto for me and salmon for my husband…and a little birthday dessert, which we had to pay for? My husband’s bourbon was top shelf but not noted on the the menu…? Yikes..,lesson learned..
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PorciniPrice: Expensive• Italian• Frankfort Ave - Crescent Hill
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4.8
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CindyVIP
Central Kentucky •38 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Very nice experience, as usual. We had a minor mishap with one of our meals, but I wish I had a stop watch to time how quickly that was resolved. Mishaps will happen, it’s how well you handle them that’s important to the overall experience. Ours was handled very well and we hardly skipped a beat. The live jazz is always welcome. Still a favorite restaurant that we love to visit.
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VaranesePrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Frankfort Ave - Crescent Hill
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4.7
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Meghan
Central Kentucky •1 review
5.0
Dined on 19 Jan 2025
We were celebrating our anniversary and were greeted with a glass of champagne. The host offered to take our photo and was super kind. We were seated quickly where we found a Happy Anniversary card signed by the staff. Our server Leann was quick, efficient and super kind. The food was high quality, service was perfectly timed between courses and we left not stuffed but perfectly filled. The Le Mule cocktail was so good, I hope to recreate it at home. Thank you for such an amazing experience and making us feel special on our anniversary.
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Le MooPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Highlands - Bardstown Rd / Taylorsville Rd
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4.7

Best Neighbourhood Gem Restaurants in Frankfort Ave - Crescent Hill

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22 restaurants available nearby

1. Volare Italian Restaurant

2. Varanese

3. Le Moo

4. Porcini

5. River House Restaurant & Raw Bar

6. Guacamole Modern Mexican

7. Fork & Barrel

8. Mesh - Louisville

9. Grassa Gramma

10. The Fat Lamb

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