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Proof on Main, Louisville, KY

Proof on Main

4.6
4.6
3757 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American

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2 people
19:00
Booked 49 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Innovative
  • Great for creative cocktails
The ingredients in our menus reflect the region’s sustainable farmers and producers with a soulful and honest approach showcasing the bounty of the Ohio River Valley. Housed in five historic buildings in downtown Louisville, Proof on Main is part of 21c Museum Hotels, the award-winning boutique hotel and restaurant group. The dining room is one of the most striking public spaces in the city, with rotating, contemporary art exhibitions by local and internationally-acclaimed artists alike.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–10:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 8:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Wed, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (502) 217-6360
  • Website
    http://www.proofonmain.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Cody Stone
  • Catering
    Catering is provided by Proof on Main and the culinary team can prepare a menu specifically tailored to fit your needs. The menu works to showcase the agricultural bounty of the Ohio River Valley and celebrates artisanal products and sustainable farming, delivering plates rich with the culinary traditions of Italy and the American South.
  • Private party facilities
    Private dining is available for groups 10-150. The private room in Proof on Main can accommodate up to 24 and our art gallery space within the 21c Museum Hotel can seat 150 and host a reception for up to 300.
  • Location
    702 W. Main Street, Louisville, KY 40202
  • Area
    Downtown Louisville
  • Cross Street
    7th Street
  • Parking details
    Parking begins after 5:00pm and is $8 for valet. There is also garage parking available at 7th and Market.
  • Entertainment
    Adjacent to Proof on Main is the 21c Museum, North America's first museum dedicated solely to collecting and exhibiting contemporary art of the 21st century. With over 9000 square feet of exhibition space, 21c Museum hosts dynamic group and solo exhibitions featuring emerging artists alongside acclaimed international artists, such as video artists Bill Viola and Tony Oursler, photographers Andres Serrano, Sam Taylor Wood, and David Leventhal, sculptors Yinka Shonibare and Judy Fox, and multimedia artists Chuck Close, Alfredo Jaar, and Kara Walker.The Museum is free and open to the public, 24/7.
  • Additional
    Patio/Outdoor Dining

Experiences

  • Proof On Main - 151st Derby Dinner

    US$250.00 per person

    1 May 2025 - 3 May 2025
    Celebrate the historic 151st running of the legendary Kentucky Derby at one of Louisville's finest and most beloved dining institutions and dine within the iconic "Fallen Fruit: The Practices of Everyday Life" artist installation housed within Proof on Main. Indulge your senses in a culinary journey with a five-course menu meticulously crafted to fit the opulence of Derby Weekend, featuring the finest ingredients sourced from local farms and artisans, expertly crafted by Chef Cody Stone and his team. An unforgettable celebration of revelry, immerse yourself in the finest Louisville spirit, join us for a culinary adventure where artistry meets gastronomy. $250 Per any queries please contact Xander.Stewart@Proofonmain.com
    Proof On Main - 151st Derby Dinner photo

  • Proof On Main - EARLY BIRD 151st Derby Dinner

    US$200.00 per person

    2 May 2025 - 3 May 2025
    Enjoy all of the Decadence at a discount. Get in early before the crowd and have a 20% Discount on us! Offer Available From 5pm-630pm Reservation Required Celebrate the historic 151st running of the legendary Kentucky Derby at one of Louisville's finest and most beloved dining institutions and dine within the iconic "Fallen Fruit: The Practices of Everyday Life" artist installation housed within the dining rooms at Proof on Main. Indulge your senses in a culinary journey with a five-course menu meticulously crafted to fit the opulence of Derby Weekend, featuring the finest ingredients sourced from local farms and artisans, expertly crafted by Chef Cody Stone and his team. Join us for a culinary adventure where artistry meets gastronomy.
    Proof On Main - EARLY BIRD 151st Derby Dinner photo

Menu

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What 3,757 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Central Kentucky

    Innovative

  • Louisville

    Innovative

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Proof on Main offers a "reliably excellent" dining experience with its inventive menu and artistic decor. Guests rave about the "charred octopus" and "creative cocktails." The atmosphere is "playful and fun," complemented by a "friendly, professional staff." While some find dishes overly salty, the service consistently receives high praise.

3,757 Reviews

  1. John

    New York City

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined today

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    The food quality, plating, and presentation has all plummeted in recent months. What was once the bastion of the Louisville dining scene is now just a meh restaurant.

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  2. Christian

    Nashville

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This place is always full of surprises! Amazing to see a deep cut like salsify on the menu somewhere so hip

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  3. Gordon

    Cincinnati

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Been a while since we've eaten here. Still satisfying. Great food! I don't say "great" lightly. Everything was delicious from the kale salad with buttermilk vinaigrette, the beef carpaccio, the charred beet toast with buttermilk ricotta and horseradish, and our mussels and petit filet. Interesting cocktails. Highly recommended!
    Proof on MainResponded 2 days ago
    Thanks for the five star review Gordon! We are thrilled to hear that you think we are great, a title we won't take lightly! Our bartenders and chefs spend a lot of time perfecting their art so we are glad you found everything delicious and interesting! We appreciate you giving us some details about your experience and letting us know how everything went for you. We look forward to dining with you again soon! -Proof On Main

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  4. Alia

    VIP

    Louisville

    5 reviews

    2.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Unlike previous times, today my experience was not good and almost embarrassing in front of my invitees. Tuna was bad tasting and overcooked. It took a while hour to get the soup and the sandwich with the soup literally COLD. I must say today was a bad one.
    Proof on MainResponded 2 days ago
    Thanks for the feedback, Alia. We're truly sorry to hear about your experience at Proof on Main. It's disappointing to know that our Tuna did not meet expectations and the soup came out cold. We take comments about the food and service very seriously and we will discuss them with our team. We strive to provide excellent food and service to all our guests and we regret that we missed the mark this time. We hope to have the opportunity to serve you again and provide a better experience. -Proof On Main

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  5. Laura

    New York City

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a late reservation due to flight delays, so fairly quiet in the restaurant. Food was delicious: really enjoyed the crudo and the risotto! Our server was excellent! Great recommendations on wine and food and very engaging! Highly recommend this place!
    Proof on MainResponded 2 days ago
    Thanks for the five star review Laura! Crudo happens to be one of my favorite dishes and the risotto is one of most popular dishes! As for Tessa, we all think they are great and we are glad you think so too! We really appreciate you taking time to give us a little feedback on how your evening at Proof On Main went and we look forward to dining with you again soon! -Proof On Main

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  6. Fabrizio

    VIP

    Toronto

    22 reviews

    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and service as usual. One of my favorite place in Louisville
    Proof on MainResponded 2 days ago
    Thanks for the give star review Fabrizio! We are excited to be one of your favorites here in Louisville. Thanks for taking time to let us know how we are performing and a bigger thank you for being a returning guest here at Proof On Main. We are thrilled to continue to dine with you in the future. -Proof On Main

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  7. Teresa

    Louisville

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food from start to finish but the tiramisu was especially amazing as was the house made ginger ale. Proof is always a winning combination of excellent food and service.

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  8. Elizabeth

    Louisville

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 9 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful date night experience 😊. Food was delectable, drinks were fancy, and the staff were personable and attentive.
    Proof on MainResponded on 12 December 2024
    Thanks for the five star review Elizabeth! We are super happy to hear that you enjoyed your time here at Proof On Main and hope that the drinks made you feel as fancy as they were! We appreciate you taking time out of your day to give us some feedback on how we are doing and we look forward to dining with you again soon! -Proof On Main

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  9. Lori

    New York City

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 8 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Expensive compared to other restaurants but decent.
    Proof on MainResponded on 12 December 2024
    Thanks for the five star review Lori! Glad to hear you enjoyed your time here at Proof On Main. We appreciate you giving us some feedback on how everything went while you were here. We look forward to dining with you again soon! -Proof On Main

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  10. Jill

    VIP

    Washington DC

    24 reviews

    4.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on 8 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Nice quiet atmosphere which after all the high ceilings and concrete floors of other restaurants was much appreciated. I had the rock shrimp risotto which was excellent and received warm. My husband's bison burger was good but not warm. He would have sent it back but we had theater tickets and the service was not quick. Service- a little odd. Hostess did not have great social skills. Drink order was not taken for almost 10 minutes. So we went ahead and put in our food order- and we never saw that sever again. Servers were friendly - just not attentive.
    Proof on MainResponded on 9 December 2024
    Thanks for the feedback, Jill! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the atmosphere at Proof on Main and found our risotto to be excellent. We're sorry for the delay in your drink order and the lack of attentive service. We'll certainly take note of these details that you have provided and work to become a more efficient team. Thanks for taking time to give us detailed feedback on our performance. We hope to serve you again soon and provide a more enjoyable experience. -Proof On Main

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FAQs

Proof on Main is rated 4.6 stars by 3757 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 49 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Proof on Main

702 W. Main Street, Louisville, KY 40202

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    7th Street
  • Area
    Downtown Louisville
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–10:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 8:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Wed, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Parking begins after 5:00pm and is $8 for valet. There is also garage parking available at 7th and Market.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Cody Stone
  • Entertainment
    Adjacent to Proof on Main is the 21c Museum, North America's first museum dedicated solely to collecting and exhibiting contemporary art of the 21st century. With over 9000 square feet of exhibition space, 21c Museum hosts dynamic group and solo exhibitions featuring emerging artists alongside acclaimed international artists, such as video artists Bill Viola and Tony Oursler, photographers Andres Serrano, Sam Taylor Wood, and David Leventhal, sculptors Yinka Shonibare and Judy Fox, and multimedia artists Chuck Close, Alfredo Jaar, and Kara Walker.The Museum is free and open to the public, 24/7.
  • Additional
    Patio/Outdoor Dining
  • Website
    http://www.proofonmain.com/
  • Phone number
    (502) 217-6360
  • Catering
    Catering is provided by Proof on Main and the culinary team can prepare a menu specifically tailored to fit your needs. The menu works to showcase the agricultural bounty of the Ohio River Valley and celebrates artisanal products and sustainable farming, delivering plates rich with the culinary traditions of Italy and the American South.
  • Private party facilities
    Private dining is available for groups 10-150. The private room in Proof on Main can accommodate up to 24 and our art gallery space within the 21c Museum Hotel can seat 150 and host a reception for up to 300.
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