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1. Ruth's Chris Steak House - Louisville
4.5
Awesome(3386)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • St Matthews
Booked 48 times today
Ruth's Chris Steak House in Louisville is a special occasion go-to. Reviews rave about the perfect steaks, outstanding service, and the staff going above and beyond to make special events memorable. It's been celebrated as the chosen restaurant for weddings and anniversaries, and is consistently noted as the best place to celebrate a special occasion. The restaurant's warm, inviting atmosphere and genuine hospitality make every visit more than just a meal, but an experience.
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2. Porcini
4.8
Exceptional(2855)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Frankfort Ave - Crescent Hill
Booked 32 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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3. Volare Italian Restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(4172)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Frankfort Ave - Crescent Hill
Booked 66 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.
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4. The Capital Grille - Louisville
4.8
Exceptional(910)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Westport Rd - Lyndon
Booked 56 times today
Make it a day to remember. From birthdays and anniversaries to professional milestones, we aim to make every gathering special at The Capital Grille. Open seven days a week, The Capital Grille is best known for our expertly prepared steaks, which are dry aged in house for 18 to 24 days and then hand-cut by our restaurant's on-premise butcher. The Capital Grille's wine list features more than 350 selections, and its floor-to-ceiling wine kiosk regularly houses 3,500 - 5,000 bottles. Reservations are recommended but not required. For more information, please visit our website. We look forward to delighting you.
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5. Steak & Bourbon - Westport Village
4.8
Exceptional(3336)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Westport Rd - Lyndon
Booked 51 times today
Steak & Bourbon is the go-to spot for special occasions. Reviews rave about the exceptional service, amazing food, and great ambiance. It's the place to celebrate milestone events like wedding anniversaries, birthdays, and even engagements. The atmosphere is described as vibrant, friendly, and perfect for date nights. Plus, the steaks are hailed as exceptional, making it a standout steakhouse.
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6. Le Moo
4.6
Exceptional(5761)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Highlands - Bardstown Rd / Taylorsville Rd
Booked 68 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.
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7. Grassa Gramma
4.7
Exceptional(4315)
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.
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8. Connors Steak & Seafood - Louisville
4.7
Exceptional(1834)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Middletown
Booked 61 times today
Connors Steak & Seafood specializes in fresh seafood and premium aged steaks, as well as gourmet salads, pastas and more! Enjoy a memorable evening with friends and family in our well-appointed dining rooms, or stop by for the lunch you and your associates deserve. Our friendly service and flavorful fare will keep you coming back for more.
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9. River House Restaurant & Raw Bar
4.7
Exceptional(7418)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Downtown Louisville
Booked 68 times today
River House Restaurant and Raw Bar is Louisville’s premiere riverfront dining destination. It is the vision of award-winning chef and restaurateur John Varanese and seats 330 in its main dining room, raw bar, and patio. Guests experience a charming “home like” atmosphere as they enter the restaurant from the front porch garden area. Enter through a 20-foot tall by 40-foot wide water wall, and enjoy intimate decor, and a floor-to-ceiling glass wall overlooking the back courtyard and river, River House is open 7 days a week for lunch and dinner. The menu features regional cuisine with a Southern flair and an emphasis on fresh seafood including Grilled Oysters on the Half Shell, BBQ Braised Beef Short Rib, and the Maker’s Mark Bourbon Barrel Smoked Salmon. Our 15 foot raw bar features assorted raw oysters, king crab, and jumbo shrimp. Reservations are recommended. We look forward to serving you!
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10. 211 Clover Lane Restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(1183)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • St Matthews
Booked 16 times today
211 Clover Lane is an intimate, hidden gem in the heart of St. Matthews. Using the finest ingredients from local purveyors and fish from both coasts. The menu changes weekly and the wine selections are all boutique. French country decor and beautifully presented dishes are found at 211 Clover Lane.
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