Bristol Bar & Grille - Highlands

4.6

575 Reviews

$30 and under

American

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2 people

28 Dec 2024

23:30

Booked 10 times today

Experiences are available.

Neighbourhood gem
Good for groups
Charming

Dining Room and Patio are now open!!! WE ARE ALSO OFFERING CARRYOUT AND DELIVERY FROM 4:00 PM to 9:30 PM Tuesday and Wednesday, 11:00 AM to 9:30 PM Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, and 2:00 PM to 9:30 PM Sunday. We are also excited to announce the return of our family and friends' favorite - the Bristol Sunday Brunch buffet from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Home of the Green Chili Wontons, Louisville’s favorite guilty pleasure, Bristol Bar & Grille has been the city’s neighborhood restaurant since 1977. Original menu dishes include the classic Bristol Burger and aged, charbroiled New York Strip steak as well as new favorites like Pork Dijonnaise and Theresa’s Sweet Chili Linguine. We source ingredients from local farmers. The Bristol Bar and Grille in the Highlands is located at 1321 Bardstown Road.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Contemporary American, Wine Bar
Hours of Operation
Brunch Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Thu–Sat 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Tue, Wed, Sun 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Thu 3:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(502) 456-1702
Website
http://www.bristolbarandgrille.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Catering
Since 1977, Bristol Catering has been providing full service catering and event planning for weddings, corporate events, fund-raisers, galas and social gatherings. Whether you are planning a small intimate affair or a grand gala, our team will work with you to create a spectacular event. <br />Our off premise catering can be reached at 502.584.3663
Private party facilities
We have 5 private dining rooms that can accommodate any size group, small or large up to 90 guests. There are no charges for these rooms and no matter what your occasion, the Bristol has the perfect menu selections to choose from.

Location
1321 Bardstown Road, Louisville, KY 40204
Area
Highlands - Bardstown Rd / Taylorsville Rd
Cross Street
Longest Ave
Parking details
On-site private parking available with access from Bardstown Rd. and rear alley.<br />Additional parking available behind Bristol office at 1308 Bardstown Rd.
Public transit
All Highland routes have stops within 1 block
Entertainment
Within 1 block of Baxter Avenue Theater and Carmichael"s Bookstore.
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

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Experiences

Bristol Brunch Culinary Extravaganza
US$27.50 per person
Multiple dates available
Indulge in the return of our renowned Bristol Sunday Brunch buffet, now featuring an elevated menu that promises a culinary journey every week. Our talented chefs have crafted a dynamic experience with rotating delights, from unique egg styles to imaginative entrees. Dive into the exquisite flavors of peel-and-eat shrimp, mouthwatering pastries, and timeless brunch classics like made-to-order waffles, creamy Weisenberger grits, and irresistible fried chicken. Priced at just $27.50 per person, with a special rate of $14.00 for children aged 4 to 11, this culinary adventure awaits your taste buds. Elevate your Sunday with the Bristol's signature blend of tradition and innovation!
A Roaring 1920s New Year's Eve
31 Dec 2024 - 1 Jan 2025
Ring in the New Year with an unforgettable evening of glamour, indulgence, and timeless elegance at The Bristol Bar & Grille. Step into the Roaring Twenties and immerse yourself in a night of exquisite dining, artisanal cocktails, and live jazz that will transport you to a bygone era. ✨ Event Highlights: Date: December 31st, 2024 Time: Music starts at 7:00 PM, Dining starts at 4:00 PM Dress Code: 1920s-inspired attire encouraged. 🍽️ Indulge in Culinary Excellence: Enjoy a specially curated multi-course menu. 🍸 Raise a Glass: Toast to the New Year with era-inspired cocktails, including classic martinis, sidecars, and old-fashioneds, all crafted to perfection. 🎶 Live Jazz Entertainment:

Green Chili Wontons
Fried wontons, Monterey Jack cheese, green chilies, with guacamole sauce
- 4 ForUS$9.00
- 6 ForUS$12.00
- 8 ForUS$14.00
Artichoke FrittersUS$11.00
Batter-fried artichoke hearts with remoulade
Buffalo CauliflowerUS$11.00
Fried cauliflower tossed in buffalo sauce, served with Harry's house dressing
Crab CakesUS$12.00
Pan-fried select crab with red pepper aioli
Panko ShrimpUS$12.00
Five fried panko crusted shrimp with sweet chili aioli

Soup

Black Bean Soup
- BowlUS$7.50
- CupUS$6.00
White Chili
- BowlUS$7.50
- CupUS$6.00
Soup of the Day
- BowlUS$7.00
- CupUS$5.50

Pasta

Theresa's Sweet Chili LinguineUS$15.00
Pasta, Thai chili cream sauce, grilled blackened chicken breast and parmesan cheese
Linguine PietroUS$14.00
Pasta, mushrooms, sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, capers, olive oil, white wine, parmesan cheese
Chicken Penne PestoUS$15.00
Grilled chicken, nut-free house pesto, penne pasta, parmesan cheese.
Linguine GiovanniUS$15.00
Pasta, Italian sausage, fresh herbs, marinara sauce, parmesan cheese.

Tacos

Fish TacosUS$12.00
Choice of grilled or fried Basa on three soft tortillas, Southwestern slaw, black bean salsa, pickled onion, chipotle aioli.

Salads

Dressings: Harry's, George's, Danish Blue Cheese, Balsamic Vinaigrette, Honey Dijon - All Gluten Free

Grilled Chicken & SpinachUS$14.00
Fresh spinach, roasted garlic, red onion, sun-dried tomatoes, bacon, croutons, goat cheese, balsamic vinaigrette, grilled chicken breast
Fried Chicken CobbUS$14.00
Romaine lettuce, fried chicken, bacon, tomatoes, avocado, hard-boiled egg, blue cheese crumbles
Classic Caesar Salad
Romaine lettuce, classic Caesar dressing, parmesan cheese, croutons
- SmallUS$8.00
- RegularUS$11.00
Bristol House SaladUS$6.00
Mixed greens, carrots, red cabbage, cucumbers

Sandwiches

Gluten Free Bun $2

Bristol Burger*US$14.00
Fresh KY Proud Berry Beef dry aged ground beef served on a toasted English muffin with lettuce, tomato, pickle, onion. Your choice of Swiss, blue, cheddar, hot pepper cheese. Kettle chips
Bristol FishUS$12.00
Lightly grilled or fried Basa, rye bread, lettuce, tomato, pickle, tartar sauce. Bristol cole slaw
Vegetarian BurgerUS$12.00
Veggie burger, brioche bun, lettuce, tomato, onion, pickle, chipotle aioli, mixed green salad, balsamic vinaigrette
Crab CakeUS$14.00
Pan-fried select crab meat, brioche bun, chipotle aioli. Blue cheese slaw
Sweet Heat Fried Chicken SandwichUS$13.00
Fried chicken, bacon jalapeño jam, hot honey glaze, Monterey Jack cheese, lettuce, pickle, brioche bun, kettle chips.

Bristol Classics

Grilled Salmon TeriyakiUS$15.00
Fresh Atlantic salmon filet, teriyaki sauce, fresh vegetables
Pork DijonnaiseUS$14.00
Grilled pork loin, Dijon mustard sauce. Skillet fried potatoes
Thai Stir FryUS$12.00
Stir-fried peppers, onions, mushrooms, snow peas, spicy Thai chili sauce, gourmet rice
Hot BrownUS$14.00
Baked French bread, roasted turkey breast, bacon, cheddar cheese, tomato, Mornay sauce
Steak Sandwich*US$17.00
Open-faced grilled New York strip, French bread, Henry Bain sauce. Skillet fried potatoes

What 575 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.4Service
4.4Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

Central Kentucky
Child-friendly
Louisville
Child-friendly

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Bristol Bar & Grille - Highlands offers a "great selection of foods," including delicious green chili wontons and signature dishes like chicken Parmesan and the Hot Brown. Guests praise the "perfect portions" and "wonderful flavors." The attentive service and engaging atmosphere make this a "great place for visitors to Louisville."

575 Reviews

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Pat
Louisville
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
All was great except the artichoke fritters were tiny for the price. Delicious…but tiny. We wanted more!
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Katie
Louisville
6 reviews
3.0
6 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
We went to The Bristol in the Highlands last Sunday before an afternoon performance of The Nutcracker. The food on the buffet was average at best, & many of the items had run out. The lady singer was awesome, though. Overall, it was a disappointing outing to one of my favorite restaurants.
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Vicky
Louisville
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We came for the Grinch brunch and had a grand time. The food was hot and plentiful as well as great tasting. We loved the photo opportunities inside the restaurant. We arrived earlier and when leaving, the live music was starting up. I highly recommend this event.
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Dan
Louisville
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on 14 December 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
My wife had tomato bisque soup that looked and tasted like spaghetti sauce. She also had panko shrimp that tasted like they had been prepared elsewhere and frozen and then warmed at the restaurant. I had crab cakes which were good. Service was good in spite of the server being very busy on a Saturday night during the holidays.
Bristol Bar & Grille - HighlandsResponded on 16 December 2024
Dear Dan, Thank you for sharing your feedback with us. I’m glad to hear you enjoyed the crab cakes and found the service to be good despite the busy holiday evening. However, I’m sorry the tomato bisque and shrimp didn’t meet your expectations. We always strive for excellence in every dish, and I’ll share your comments with our kitchen team to ensure we continue to improve. The holidays are certainly a bustling time, and while we work hard to maintain our standards even on our busiest nights, we understand it can sometimes impact the overall experience. We truly appreciate your understanding and hope to have the pleasure of serving you again soon. Sincerely, Cindy K General Manager The Bristol Bar and Grille
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Brad
Louisville
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on 11 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Great food. A little cold in the restaurant. Good service.
Bristol Bar & Grille - HighlandsResponded on 16 December 2024
Thank you for your feedback! We're glad you enjoyed the food and service. 😊 We’re sorry to hear it felt a little cold in the restaurant—we’ll look into that to ensure everyone stays comfortable. ❄️ We hope to see you again soon! 🍴✨
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Melody
Louisville
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on 11 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️All ways LOVE The Bristol! A Louisville staple for many years!! My favs are green chili wonton appetizer, Bristol Burger! Delicious, consistently good, server was excellent. I hope they are here for many many more years!
Bristol Bar & Grille - HighlandsResponded on 16 December 2024
🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to be one of your favorites and a part of Louisville’s dining tradition. 🥰 The green chili wontons and Bristol Burger are true classics, and we’re so glad you enjoyed them! 🍔✨ Your support means the world to us, and we can’t wait to welcome you back for many more years to come! 💚 Cheers, The Bristol Team 🥂
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Cyndi
VIP
Louisville
26 reviews
5.0
26 reviews
Dined on 6 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
We had dinner at the Bristol during the holidays. Our waitress was new and was sweet but was forgetful. Michael had a steak and potatoes. Steak was good but the potatoes slices were great. I got the pork and it was cooked perfectly. Very tender and flavorful. I had wine and Michael had a screwdriver. The restaurant was decorated and we enjoyed our meal. Will be back again!
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Mary
VIP
Louisville
27 reviews
5.0
27 reviews
Dined on 19 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Made reservations and were seated quickly by window as requested. Service was quick and food arrived hot and was delicious
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Rebecca
Louisville
38 reviews
5.0
38 reviews
Dined on 16 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Good experience. Food was very good. We sat at the side bar. The only disappointment was not being able to get the UofL game on TV. We had it on at home on ESPN (YouTube TV), but unable to find it on their ESPN (Spectrum]. Not really Bristol’s fault, just pointing it out. Quick and attentive service. Clean bathroom. We walked, so parking not an issue for us. Will definitely be back!
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Kevin
VIP
Louisville
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on 15 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had another great evening... Food, service and value!
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FAQs

Bristol Bar & Grille - Highlands offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (502) 456-1702.

Bristol Bar & Grille - Highlands is rated 4.6 stars by 575 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

28 Dec 2024

23:30

Booked 10 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Bristol Bar & Grille - Highlands

1321 Bardstown Road, Louisville, KY 40204

Additional information

Cross Street
Longest Ave
Area
Highlands - Bardstown Rd / Taylorsville Rd
Hours of Operation
Brunch Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Thu–Sat 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Tue, Wed, Sun 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Thu 3:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–11:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Contemporary American, Wine Bar
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
On-site private parking available with access from Bardstown Rd. and rear alley.<br />Additional parking available behind Bristol office at 1308 Bardstown Rd.
Public transit
All Highland routes have stops within 1 block
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Entertainment
Within 1 block of Baxter Avenue Theater and Carmichael"s Bookstore.
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Website
http://www.bristolbarandgrille.com/
Phone number
(502) 456-1702
Catering
Since 1977, Bristol Catering has been providing full service catering and event planning for weddings, corporate events, fund-raisers, galas and social gatherings. Whether you are planning a small intimate affair or a grand gala, our team will work with you to create a spectacular event. <br />Our off premise catering can be reached at 502.584.3663
Private party facilities
We have 5 private dining rooms that can accommodate any size group, small or large up to 90 guests. There are no charges for these rooms and no matter what your occasion, the Bristol has the perfect menu selections to choose from.

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Bristol Bar & Grille - Highlands

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

79 Louisville Area Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

Bristol Brunch Culinary Extravaganza

A Roaring 1920s New Year's Eve

Appetizers

Green Chili Wontons

Artichoke FrittersUS$11.00

Buffalo CauliflowerUS$11.00

Crab CakesUS$12.00

Panko ShrimpUS$12.00

Soup

Black Bean Soup

White Chili

Soup of the Day

Pasta

Theresa's Sweet Chili LinguineUS$15.00

Linguine PietroUS$14.00

Chicken Penne PestoUS$15.00

Linguine GiovanniUS$15.00

Tacos

Fish TacosUS$12.00

Salads

Grilled Chicken & SpinachUS$14.00

Fried Chicken CobbUS$14.00

Classic Caesar Salad

Bristol House SaladUS$6.00

Sandwiches

Bristol Burger*US$14.00

Bristol FishUS$12.00

Vegetarian BurgerUS$12.00

Crab CakeUS$14.00

Sweet Heat Fried Chicken SandwichUS$13.00

Bristol Classics

Grilled Salmon TeriyakiUS$15.00

Pork DijonnaiseUS$14.00

Thai Stir FryUS$12.00

Hot BrownUS$14.00

Steak Sandwich*US$17.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Diners' Choice Awards

Review summary

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