The Urban Bourbon Trail
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8UP Elevated Drinkery & Kitchen
A downtown Louisville restaurant and rooftop set in the lively entertainment district in downtown Louisville offers eclectic dining and drinking experiences. 8up Elevated Drinkery & Kitchen offers three distinctive atmospheres - the open-kitchen restaurant, swanky lounge, and rooftop bar and event space. Our restaurant offers a menu of creative American food with a local twist, hand-crafted cocktails, and unparalleled city views. Whether you're throwing a party, meeting friends for dinner, or chilling with a drink after work, enjoy an elevated ambiance that celebrates the spirit of Louisville.
Bourbon Culinary Dishes offered: STEAKHOUSE PIZZA - CARAMELIZED ONION, BOURBON BRAISED SHORT RIBS, MUSHROOMS, BROCCOLINI, AND HENRY BAINS SAUCE ROASTED SALMON - SEARED VERLASSO SALMON, COUSCOUS, QUINOA, BABY SPINACH, ROASTED TOMATO, GARLIC, SNAP PEAS, WHOLE MUSTARD BOURBON GLAZE FRENCH CREAM CHEESECAKE - BOURBON CARAMEL SAUCE, CHANTILLY CREAM
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Bourbon Culinary Dishes offered: STEAKHOUSE PIZZA - CARAMELIZED ONION, BOURBON BRAISED SHORT RIBS, MUSHROOMS, BROCCOLINI, AND HENRY BAINS SAUCE ROASTED SALMON - SEARED VERLASSO SALMON, COUSCOUS, QUINOA, BABY SPINACH, ROASTED TOMATO, GARLIC, SNAP PEAS, WHOLE MUSTARD BOURBON GLAZE FRENCH CREAM CHEESECAKE - BOURBON CARAMEL SAUCE, CHANTILLY CREAM
What's Included
- 50% Off An Appetizer
Barrel Bar and Grill
Barrel Bar and Grill joined Whiskey Row in Downtown Louisville in the winter of 2021. With over 60 bourbons/whiskeys to choose from, a dozen beers on tap, and our soon to be famous four patty BBQ bacon burger, Barrel Bar and Grill is the place to be. We also serve brunch 7 days a week!
We are connected to Louisville Comedy Club, the only A-List comedy club in the blue grass state. Louisville Comedy Club has national headliners every weekend, and local showcases and open-mics during the week. Pop in for great food, better drinks, and a laugh out loud good time.
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We are connected to Louisville Comedy Club, the only A-List comedy club in the blue grass state. Louisville Comedy Club has national headliners every weekend, and local showcases and open-mics during the week. Pop in for great food, better drinks, and a laugh out loud good time.
What's Included
- 25% Off Food Purchase
Black Jockeys Lounge
Black Jockeys Lounge celebrates the historical contributions of people of color to the Kentucky Derby. Add fantastic food, bourbon and live entertainment to the horse racing heritage, and you have the recipe for our area's most hopping spot. We serve up everything from shrimp & grits, spicy diablo pasta to jumbo chicken wings and fried catfish - and no meal would be complete without a Signature Old Fashion Cocktail named after the first KY Derby Winner - Jockey, Oliver Lewis.
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What's Included
- Free Jockey Specialty Cocktail
Book & Bourbon Southern Kitchen
Book and Bourbon Southern Kitchen is a toast to Kentucky's deep and rich bourbon heritage. It is a highly visible platform for showcasing the state's renowned bourbon distilling heritage. Created specifically for Louisville International Airport to celebrate Kentucky and its bourbon. It is the first and last stop on the Urban Bourbon Trail.
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Bourbons Bistro
Opened in 2005, Bourbons Bistro has been celebrating bourbon with great food, service and bourbon!
What's Included
- 50% Off Appetizer
Brendon's Catch 23
Described as a “Seafood Paradise,” Brendon’s Catch 23 has established itself as a Chef-driven premier restaurant destination for the best the ocean has to offer. The seafood at Brendon’s Catch 23 is flown in daily and cut by Brendon’s chefs. In addition to responsibly fished wild-caught seafood and shellfish, the diverse menu includes classic and unique inspired side dishes and appetizers such as Alaskan King Crab, Jumbo Lobsters, freshly-shucked Oysters available on ice, Mac & Cheese, Asparagus, Fries, and their much-desired Seafood towers, all of which will satisfy any personal craving.
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Bristol Bar & Grille Downtown.
In addition to listing bourbons by distillery, the extensive Bourbon list selected by the Bristol’s Executive Bourbon Stewards show known mash bills, age statements and proofs. This, paired with the passion and knowledge of the staff, makes for the perfect Kentucky Bourbon experience. Winner of more “ Best of Louisville” awards than any other local restaurant, the Bristol features an assortment of dishes highlighting local farmers, including aged choice steaks, the gourmet Bristol burger, pasta, fresh seafood, salads, sandwiches and appetizers, including and signature Green Chili Wontons served with guacamole. The Bristol also features an ward-winning wine list and extensive beer selection showcasing local breweries.
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Charr'd Bourbon Kitchen & Lounge
From the food to the decor, Charr'd is truly bourbon-inspired. The restaurant features local and regional ingredients harvested in Bourbon Country, and serves it in a beautifully curated space inspired by bourbon barrels and limestone.
Chill BAR Highlands
Born out of love for good drinks, good friends and good times, Chill BAR comes to Highlands Neighborhood welcoming all who are looking to have FUN. It is with great pride that we have been named by YELP! as one of the Top 50 Best Gay Bars in America. We share the spotlight with 9 others in the Top 10 Best Patio Bars in Louisville. With a bourbon focus, and an extensive bourbon list we are extremely proud to be the first LGBTQ+ Bourbon Bar to be named on the Urban Bourbon Trail! Be sure to ask for Michael, our Certified Bourbon Steward as he will walk you through your own private bourbon tasting.
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Corner Flavors of Kentucky
At Corner you'll find modern Southern fare and local twists on classic recipes - all in a vibrant location on the
corner of 1st and Main St. on historic Whiskey Row. Whether you're looking for an after-work happy hour, local flavors of Kentucky or a place to gather with friends before the next big game, Corner is your go-to spot in downtown Louisville.
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corner of 1st and Main St. on historic Whiskey Row. Whether you're looking for an after-work happy hour, local flavors of Kentucky or a place to gather with friends before the next big game, Corner is your go-to spot in downtown Louisville.
Derby Café At The Kentucky Derby Museum
Visit the place where bourbon and horse racing come together! Head Bartender Johnny “Bourbon” Arnett loves to serve Derby Museum customers with the charm and hospitality you’d expect from a southern-inspired, bourbon-centric establishment. Guests enjoy rare bourbons by the glass, bourbon flights and specialty cocktails including Johnny’s own special twist on an Old-Fashioned. Over 200 bourbons on the menu. Chef John serves up Kentucky-themed signature dishes including a Hot Brown Panini, Burgoo and Bourbon Bread Pudding.
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What's Included
- 10% Off Food
Doc Crow's Southern Smokehouse & Raw Bar
Doc Crow’s is located in a building from 1869, and most famously housed the Bonnie Bros. Distillers warehouse. The distillery itself was located in the Portland neighborhood of Louisville, KY. Under the Bonnie Bros. house, 5 distilled spirits were sold. Doc Crow’s building once housed barrels and barrels of Joel B. Frazier, Nelson Club, Bonnie Bourbon, Bonnie Rye, and Bonnie Malt. When prohibition ended in December of 1933, Bonnie Bros. built a new larger distillery, but by the 1950’s it was purchased by Schenley Distillers. At that point in time, the building was repurposed as a warehouse for the Burwinkle-Hendershot paper goods company until being renovated into Doc Crow’s Southern Smokehouse and Raw Bar located in Louisville KY, now known as Whiskey Row.
Specialty dishes: Pancakes with Bourbon Syrup, Derby Pie with Bourbon Chocolate Drizzle, Cheesecake with Bourbon Chocolate and Strawberry Sauce
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Specialty dishes: Pancakes with Bourbon Syrup, Derby Pie with Bourbon Chocolate Drizzle, Cheesecake with Bourbon Chocolate and Strawberry Sauce
What's Included
- 20% Off Food Purchase
Down One Bourbon Bar
An iconic downtown Louisville restaurant and whiskey bar. Conveniently located on Main Street next to KFC YUM Center! What Taco’s can’t cure, whiskey will. It’s our motto that encompasses a modern and fast menu that is great for lunch or pregame. Our extensive cocktail menu features local favorites and over 150 bourbons that you will be sure to love.
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What's Included
- $1 Off Your First Drink
Four Pegs Smokehouse & Bar
Serving award winning BBQ with top notch craft beer selection, with 12 constantly rotating drafts, 60+ bourbons, and 40 cans and bottles. Featured on the Food Network and the Cooking Channel. Laid back environment with excellent service and food!
What's Included
- $5 Off Fried Pickles With Purchase Of 2 Entrees
Frankfort Avenue Liquors &Wine
Frankfort Avenue Liquors & Wine is not just a great local shopping store for all your daily needs. But also we have one of the best bourbon bars in town with over 700 bottles of bourbon on it along with the best cocktails in town. If not a bourbon lover we also have that covered with wine by the glass and bottle and all local draft beers on tap. Live music on weekends and a relaxing and enjoyable atmosphere. Need room for a business function we have that covered also. Stop by and check out are private event room in that back.
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Harrods Creek Tavern
We have waterfront dining and cocktails with outdoor seating and great views of Harrods Creek and plenty of room on our boat docks to come by water. We offer a very nice casual atmosphere with great food and drinks.
What's Included
- 20% Off Appetizer
Hell or High Water
A discreet seated cocktail lounge below whiskey row focusing on Louisville's rich cocktail history. Designed to cultivate intimate conversation amidst elegant surroundings. Hell or High Water is the perfect place to enjoy a bourbon and let the tired troubles of the day melt away. Reservations strongly encouraged.
Jockey Silks Bourbon Bar
Jockey Silks Bourbon Bar first opened its doors on the second floor of The Galt House Hotel in 1972 and is one
of the first bourbon bars in Louisville. The newly renovated Jockey Silks Bourbon Bar re-opened in November
2019 as an upscale bourbon lounge for the modern bourbon lover and traveler. Jockey Silks pours 100 different
bourbons in an upscale lounge with hand-carved wood elements.
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of the first bourbon bars in Louisville. The newly renovated Jockey Silks Bourbon Bar re-opened in November
2019 as an upscale bourbon lounge for the modern bourbon lover and traveler. Jockey Silks pours 100 different
bourbons in an upscale lounge with hand-carved wood elements.
Lobby Bar & Grill At The Brown Hotel
Contemporary classic meets old world opulence at The Brown Hotel’s spectacularly beautiful and surprisingly unstuffy Lobby Bar. A popular spot for the next generation of Louisville merrymakers, this glamorous, gilded space balances its history with modern touches and sophisticated tastes. Indulge in classic comfort food and kick back with a hand-crafted cocktail. Our Signature Hot Brown and Derby Pie pair perfectly with our hand selected bourbon flight.
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Matt Winn's Steakhouse
THE NEWEST AND MOST EXCITING FINE DINING EXPERIENCE IN LOUISVILLE, KY. Matt Winn attended every single Kentucky Derby for 75 years. His first was the first. Over those 75 years he served as a pioneer and innovator of horse racing at the iconic Churchill Downs Racetrack, changing the landscape of the Kentucky Derby forever. Now, we invite you to Matt Winn's Steakhouse to take part in this bygone era, from the grand traditions to the infallible fashion, all while celebrating what's to come. Start with steak. Indulgent, gorgeous prime steak. Treat yourself to tableside service, and taste some of the world’s finest wines and whiskeys while overlooking the historic Churchill Downs Racetrack.
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Merle's Whiskey Kitchen
Award-Winning American Whiskey Hall, Southern inspired menu, lots Kentucky bourbon, cold beer & live music. See y'all soon! Memories are made here!
What's Included
- 10% Off Food Purchase
Neat Bourbon Bar & Bottle Shop
Sip "History By The Pour" and see why National Geographic Traveller listed Neat as the #1 recommended bourbon bar in the world to sample American whiskey. We're about 5 minutes from downtown in Louisville's Highlands neighborhood. Neat specializes in vintage bourbons and features a full bar with award-winning cocktails, beer, and wine. We don't just pour vintage bourbon, WE SELL IT! Check out our amazing selection in our bottle shop next door.
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Oliver's Chop House & Bourbon Bar
Celebrating Mint Julep Month!
Oliver's Chop House & Bourbon Bar is a premier dining destination for the bourbon aficionado and foodie alike. Featuring over 200 bourbons and whiskeys, gourmet cuisine, and indulgent service, let Oliver's curate a dining experience that fits your wishes. Located in the heart of Derby City Gaming & Hotel, enhance your visit with over 1300 Historical Horse Racing Machines, unique hotel accommodations, and live music on the weekends. At Oliver's Chop House & Bourbon Bar, we look forward to making your visit unforgettable.
Featured Mint Julep Option
Traditional Mint Julep cocktail
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Oliver's Chop House & Bourbon Bar is a premier dining destination for the bourbon aficionado and foodie alike. Featuring over 200 bourbons and whiskeys, gourmet cuisine, and indulgent service, let Oliver's curate a dining experience that fits your wishes. Located in the heart of Derby City Gaming & Hotel, enhance your visit with over 1300 Historical Horse Racing Machines, unique hotel accommodations, and live music on the weekends. At Oliver's Chop House & Bourbon Bar, we look forward to making your visit unforgettable.
Featured Mint Julep Option
Traditional Mint Julep cocktail
Patrick O'Shea's
In 2010 Patrick O’Shea’s opened in downtown Louisville. The O'Shea's family reclaimed a four story historic building in the Iron Quarter, adding O’Shea’s style, charm and legendary welcome to the downtown renaissance.
Signature dishes include:
Bourbon Smoked Paprika Shrimp & Lobster Grits
Wood Grilled Salmon with a Bourbon Glaze and Berry Compote
Patrick's Burger with Old Forester BBQ Sauce
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Signature dishes include:
Bourbon Smoked Paprika Shrimp & Lobster Grits
Wood Grilled Salmon with a Bourbon Glaze and Berry Compote
Patrick's Burger with Old Forester BBQ Sauce
What's Included
- 10% Off Of Food & Retail
Pin + Proof
Hidden Speakeasy inside the luxury hotel, Omni Louisville
Porch Kitchen & Bar
Our name comes from the cultural significance that the iconic American porch holds — acting as the neighborhood's living room, a place that connects individuals to the community. Serving comfort food and a soulful experience that is down-to-earth, Porch Kitchen & Bar in downtown Louisville gives off a spirited energy that is truly magnetic, drawing people in. Swing on by, come for the comfort but stay for the conversation.
Restaurant: Sunday-Saturday 5:00pm-10:00pm
Bar: Sunday-Wednesday 4:00pm-11:00pm and Thursday-Saturday 4:00pm-12:00am.
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Restaurant: Sunday-Saturday 5:00pm-10:00pm
Bar: Sunday-Wednesday 4:00pm-11:00pm and Thursday-Saturday 4:00pm-12:00am.
Proof On Main
Located in downtown's 21c Museum Hotel, Proof on Main features a diverse selection of Kentucky's finest bourbons -- including a library of small batch, rare, and discontinued bourbons, as well as a deep collection of '21c Selects' private barrels. The bar and restaurant offer bourbon and whisk(e)y flights and an innovative list of carefully crafted cocktails. Named the Best Farm-to-Table Restaurant in Kentucky by Food & Wine, Proof on Main's ever-evolving menu is inspired by fresh, local ingredients.
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River House Restaurant And Raw Bar
In August 2015, Chef Varanese announced his second restaurant, River House, part of a 27,000 square foot development located at 3015 River Road. In September of 2015, Chef Varanese revealed that a second restaurant and lounge, Levee at the River House, would also be opening. River House is Louisville’s premier riverfront dining destination and will represent the realization of Chef Varanese’s ultimate dream of opening a riverfront dining option in Louisville. For more, visit RiverHouseLou.com.
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ROC
ROC Restaurant is a chic, authentic Italian restaurant filled with high energy located in the heart of “The Highlands” on Bardstown Road. Originally from Tribeca, NYC and now relocated to Louisville KY! Rocco Cadolini, brings authentic fresh pasta and seafood dishes from his hometown of Sorrento, Italy.
ROC has over 100 Bourbons and a Wine Spectator Award Winning Wine list.
Many private rooms available and an outdoor pergola.
Make a memorable experience at ROC!
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ROC has over 100 Bourbons and a Wine Spectator Award Winning Wine list.
Many private rooms available and an outdoor pergola.
Make a memorable experience at ROC!
Sidebar At Whiskey Row
Sidebar at Whiskey Row is located inside the beautiful Whiskey Row Lofts. This historic limestone structure was originally built in 1877 by the L&N Railroad to serve as their headquarters. Our 16 foot ceilings, 11 foot windows, and convenient location under the shadow of the 2nd street bridge makes SIDEBAR at Whiskey Row the obvious choice for a Bourbon, Burger or Beer and a great time regardless of the occasion! We offer the ideal atmosphere for your next lunch, dinner, or end to any evening.
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Sway
Based on the farm to fork concept, Sway brings southern fare inspired by the rich heritage of the region to Fourth Street. The seasonal menu combines the flavors of southern kitchens, American favorites and Sunday dinners with the freshest ingredients from local farms, dairies and butchers.
TAJ Louisville
Taj Louisville is a modern drinkery that recalls and embraces both Louisville’s past and future. The unique gathering space has a history dating back to the 1800s with new-age fabrications and an eclectic feel that’s truly original. Located in Nulu, Taj features over 80 bourbons in addition to a wide selection of beers, signature cocktails, and other spirits. The outdoor patio offers sun and shade while delivering the perfect stage for Louisville’s next big thing. The legacy of Taj as a popular neighborhood hangout lives on, often populated with friends, family, artists and the just plain ol’ curious.
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The Old Seelbach Bar
Our iconic hotel has played host to US presidents, legendary artists, and Prohibition mobsters like Al Capone. We're home to The Rathskeller – a favorite haunt of The Great Gatsby author F. Scott Fitzgerald. World-class bourbon awaits at The Old Seelbach Bar!
What's Included
- 15% Off Appetizer
Troll Pub Under The Bridge
An underground pub that is a one-of-a-kind experience in Louisville, KY.
What's Included
- 20% Off Appetizer
Varanese
Located in the historic Clifton Neighborhood on Franfort Ave. Varanese features New American Cuisine and Live Jazz seven nights a week.
Volare
Volare Italian Ristorante is a fine dining restaurant serving modern Italian cuisine with southern hospitality.
Watch Hill Proper
Watch Hill Proper Bourbon Bar & Kitchen is a unique restaurant experience located in the heart of bourbon country. Open to the public, we offer the largest selection of American whiskey in the world along with a world class cocktail program made entirely with American whiskey. Chef Michael Crouch is a master of blending flavor to pair with our whiskey, cocktails, and wine offerings.
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