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Bristol Bar & Grille - East, Louisville, KY

Bristol Bar & Grille - East

4.5
4.5
797 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 21 times today
  • Good for groups
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Great for brunch
Our Dining Room and Patio are now open!!! WE ARE ALSO OFFERING CARRYOUT, CURBSIDE PICK-UP AND DELIVERY FROM 11:00 AM to 8 PM Monday thru Thursday, 11:00 AM to 8:30 PM Friday and Saturday, and 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM Sunday. We are also exited to announce the return of our family and friends' favorite - the Bristol Sunday Brunch buffet. 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. Certified Bourbon Stewards are on staff to guide diners on selection of Kentucky’s native spirit. Bristol Bar & Grille East is located at 300 North Hurstbourne Parkway, north of Shelbyville Road. Guests can opt to sit in the traditional dining room or the outside patio.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary American, Wine Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Sat 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–9:30 pm Sun 2:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (502) 426-0627
  • Website
    http://www.bristolbarandgrille.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • 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. Our off-premise catering can be reached at 502.584.3663. Bristol Bar & Grille offers on-premise catering / private rooms at our Downtown, Highlands and Jeffersonville locations.
  • Private party facilities
    Bristol Bar & Grille offers private dining at the Bristol Downtown (502) 582-1995 and Bristol Highlands (502) 456-1702
  • Location
    300 N. Hurstbourne Pkwy, Louisville, KY 40222
  • Neighbourhood
    East Louisville
  • Cross Street
    Hurstbourne Trace
  • Parking details
    Bristol East is located in the Hurstbourne Forum Shopping Center and has PLENTY of parking.
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Farm to Table, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Menu

Additional items may be prepared vegetarian and or gluten free

Appetizers

  • 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

    • Crab CakesUS$12.00

      Pan-fried select crab with red pepper aioli

      • Buffalo CauliflowerUS$11.00

        Fried cauliflower, buffalo sauce, with Harry's house dressing

        • Panko ShrimpUS$12.00

          Five fried panko crusted shrimp with sweet chili aioli.

          • Dip DuoUS$12.00

            Avocado hummus and spicy pimento cheese with fresh vegetables and pita bread.

            Soups

            • Soup of the Day

              • CupUS$5.50
              • BowlUS$7.00

            • Black Bean Soup

              Sausage, black beans, spices, red onion, sour cream

              • CupUS$6.00
              • BowlUS$7.50

            • White Chili

              White beans, chicken, with Monterey Jack cheese, sour cream

              • CupUS$6.00
              • BowlUS$7.50

            Pasta

            • Theresa's Sweet Chili LinguineUS$15.50

              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

                • Linguine GiovanniUS$15.00

                  Pasta, Italian sausage, fresh herbs, marinara sauce, parmesan cheese

                  • Veggie LasagnaUS$15.00

                    Spinach, mushrooms, ricotta, Monterey Jack and parmesan cheese with house made marinara.

                    Salads

                    Dressings (All Gluten Free): Harry's, George's, Danish Blue Cheese, Balsamic Vinaigrette, Honey Dijon, Avocado Ranch, Thousand Island

                    • 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

                        • West Coast SaladUS$17.00

                          Mixed greens, avocado, Kalamata olives, red peppers, diced tomatoes, red onion, bacon, egg, blackened grilled shrimp and a crab cake with avocado ranch dressing

                          • Garden SaladUS$7.00

                            Fresh greens, cucumbers, tomatoes, red onion, carrots, cabbage, croutons, Monterey Jack cheese

                            • Bristol House SaladUS$6.00

                              Mixed greens, carrots, red cabbage, cucumbers

                              Bristol Classics

                              • Hot BrownUS$14.00

                                French bread, roasted turkey breast, bacon, cheddar cheese, tomato, Mornay sauce

                                • Steak Sandwich*US$18.00

                                  Open-faced grilled New York strip, French bread, Henry Bain sauce. Skillet fried potatoes

                                  • Thai Stir FryUS$12.00

                                    Stir-fried peppers, onions, mushrooms, snow peas, spicy Thai chili sauce, rice

                                    • 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

                                        • Shrimp and GritsUS$15.00

                                          Large shrimp, red eye gravy, Louismill cheese grits, green onions

                                          Sandwiches

                                          Gluten Free Bun $2.50

                                          • 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. Served with kettle chips

                                            • Bristol FishUS$12.00

                                              Lightly grilled or fried Basa, rye bread, lettuce, tomato, pickle, tartar sauce. Blue cheese bacon slaw

                                              • Fish TacosUS$12.00

                                                Choice of grilled or fried Basa on three soft tortillas, Southwestern slaw, black bean salsa, pickled onion, red pepper aioli

                                                • Fried Green Tomato BLTUS$14.00

                                                  Spicy pimento cheese, fried green tomatoes, applewood bacon, grilled whole wheat. Kettle chips

                                                  • QuesadillaUS$10.00

                                                    Flour tortillas, Monterey Jack and cheddar cheeses, bell peppers, onion, green chilies. With black beans, pico de gallo, sour cream, guacamole

                                                    • Crab CakeUS$14.00

                                                      Pan-fried select crab meat, brioche bun, red pepper aioli, with blue cheese bacon slaw

                                                      • Bristol ClubUS$13.00

                                                        Smoked turkey breast, bacon, avocados, lettuce, tomato, mayo, Dijon mustard, whole wheat toast, kettle chips

                                                        • Grilled Chicken PeperonataUS$12.00

                                                          Grilled chicken breast, Peperonata, Swiss cheese, brioche, mixed greens salad, balsamic vinaigrette

                                                          • Vegetarian BurgerUS$12.00

                                                            Veggie burger, brioche bun, lettuce, tomato, onion, pickle, red pepper aioli. With fresh fruit

                                                            Last updated: June 21, 2024

                                                            What 797 people are saying

                                                            Overall ratings and reviews

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

                                                            4.5
                                                            4.5 based on recent ratings
                                                            • 4.4Food
                                                            • 4.6Service
                                                            • 4.3Ambience
                                                            • 4.2Value

                                                            Noise • Moderate

                                                            Loved For

                                                            • Central Kentucky

                                                              Great for brunch

                                                            • Central Kentucky

                                                              Good for groups

                                                            • Louisville

                                                              Great for brunch

                                                            • Louisville

                                                              Good for groups

                                                            • Louisville

                                                              Neighbourhood gem

                                                            Review summary

                                                            AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                            Bristol Bar & Grille - East offers an inviting atmosphere with a diverse menu that caters to varied tastes. Highlights include the "incredible selection of brunch food" and "outstanding service." Diners rave about signature dishes like green chili wontons and shrimp and grits. Perfect for gatherings and special occasions.

                                                            797 Reviews

                                                            1. Barbara

                                                              Washington DC

                                                              1 review

                                                              5.0

                                                              1 review

                                                              Dined 2 days ago

                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                              2. Food 5
                                                              3. Service 5
                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                              I treated my family to a wonderful post-Thanksgiving dinner. Everything was perfect, from the hostess’s friendly welcome, to our server’s timely attention, to drinks, appetizers, salads, entrees, and bread. The Bristol is our favorite Louisville eatery, all the better because it is locally owned and operated!

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                                                            2. Judy

                                                              Louisville

                                                              3 reviews

                                                              2.0

                                                              3 reviews

                                                              Dined 2 days ago

                                                              1. Overall 2
                                                              2. Food 2
                                                              3. Service 3
                                                              4. Ambience 3
                                                              Food quality did not meet the food cost. Thai chili pasta had potential but needed more seasoning and the amount of blacken chicken was disappointing. The open steak sandwich…. It was sad, a chewy steak on top of a tiny piece of toasted Italian bread. The burger was good. Kids pasta was fine they ate it. Fried chicken salad was a decent salad. The service was good. Didn’t have to request refills but there were times she was absent. Overall nice staff, clean appearance, but the food will not bring us back.

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                                                            3. Cathy

                                                              Louisville

                                                              2 reviews

                                                              4.0

                                                              2 reviews

                                                              Dined 2 days ago

                                                              1. Overall 4
                                                              2. Food 3
                                                              3. Service 5
                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                              My friend's veggie lasagna was tasteful but a bit over cooked. The shrimp and grits was not my fav. Theresa's sweet chili linguine was perfect as always.

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                                                            4. Debbie

                                                              Louisville

                                                              32 reviews

                                                              3.0

                                                              32 reviews

                                                              Dined 7 days ago

                                                              1. Overall 3
                                                              2. Food 3
                                                              3. Service 5
                                                              4. Ambience 3
                                                              Sunday brunch- the food was not kept hot but our server was outstanding.

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                                                            5. Terry

                                                              Nashville

                                                              40 reviews

                                                              4.0

                                                              40 reviews

                                                              Dined on November 17, 2024

                                                              1. Overall 4
                                                              2. Food 4
                                                              3. Service 5
                                                              4. Ambience 4
                                                              The service was excellent and the food was beyond expectations. Fried chicken, beans and grits were excellent.

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                                                            6. Pc1029

                                                              Louisville

                                                              482 reviews

                                                              vip
                                                              4.0

                                                              482 reviews

                                                              Dined on November 8, 2024

                                                              1. Overall 4
                                                              2. Food 4
                                                              3. Service 4
                                                              4. Ambience 4
                                                              4 of us for dinner. We are regulars but our friends hadn’t been in a long time. They had the barramundi fish special & the burger with bacon & both thought it was very good. Service was great, even though they were busy. I had fish tacos & shared the chicken chili & my husband had a burger & slaw. Always good!

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                                                            7. Todd

                                                              Louisville

                                                              1 review

                                                              5.0

                                                              1 review

                                                              Dined on November 7, 2024

                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                              2. Food 5
                                                              3. Service 5
                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                              It had been a while since we had gone to the Bristol, but we had a special anniversary so we decided to go back. We were not disappointed! We asked for a large table in a quiet part of the restaurant and they complied. The service was excellent. The menu has expanded since we were last there and now includes some vegetarian dishes as well as meat dishes. The food portions were way more than each person could eat, and everyone agreed the taste and flavors were superb. We had a great time in this visit and we will certainly come back soon.

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                                                            8. Nina

                                                              Louisville

                                                              87 reviews

                                                              vip
                                                              5.0

                                                              87 reviews

                                                              Dined on November 3, 2024

                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                              2. Food 5
                                                              3. Service 5
                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                              Great value for the money, lots of good food selections and good service.
                                                              Bristol Bar & Grille - EastResponded on November 6, 2024
                                                              Nina, Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re delighted that you enjoyed our menu selections, service, and found great value in your visit. We look forward to welcoming you back soon for another enjoyable meal! Regards, Bristol East

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                                                            9. k

                                                              San Francisco

                                                              1 review

                                                              5.0

                                                              1 review

                                                              Dined on October 27, 2024

                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                              2. Food 5
                                                              3. Service 5
                                                              4. Ambience 4
                                                              Great service . Really enjoyed the food. I'm from out of town and I will come back again
                                                              Bristol Bar & Grille - EastResponded on November 6, 2024
                                                              k, Thank you for dining with us and for the kind words! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed both the food and service. It’s always wonderful to welcome guests from out of town, and we look forward to seeing you again on your next visit. Safe travels! Truly, Bristol East

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                                                            10. Joyce

                                                              Louisville

                                                              18 reviews

                                                              4.0

                                                              18 reviews

                                                              Dined on October 24, 2024

                                                              1. Overall 4
                                                              2. Food 4
                                                              3. Service 3
                                                              4. Ambience 3
                                                              Bristol honored our request for a round table which since I was hosting bookclub it made it much easier to talk. While our server did an okay job she wasn’t very attentive once we received our food. Our drinks were never refreshed nor did she check in with us. There was something for everyone food wise and everyone seemed to enjoy their dinner. We were not offered desert. We were greeted by the hostess in a timely and friendly manner. Overall I would certainly go back and hope for a different server.
                                                              Bristol Bar & Grille - EastResponded on November 6, 2024
                                                              Joyce, Thank you for choosing Bristol to host your book club gathering! We’re pleased to hear that you enjoyed the round table setup and that our hostess greeted you warmly. We appreciate your feedback on the service experience, as it helps us to improve. Our goal is always to provide attentive and consistent service throughout the entire meal, and we’ll address your comments with our team. We’re glad that everyone enjoyed their dinner, and we look forward to welcoming you back for an even better experience next time. Thank you, Bristol East

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                                                            FAQs

                                                            Bristol Bar & Grille - East offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (502) 426-0627.

                                                            Bristol Bar & Grille - East is rated 4.5 stars by 797 OpenTable diners.

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

                                                            Make a reservation

                                                            2 people
                                                            7:00 p.m.
                                                            Booked 21 times today

                                                            Order delivery or takeout

                                                            Google Map for Bristol Bar & Grille - East

                                                            300 N. Hurstbourne Pkwy, Louisville, KY 40222

                                                            Dining areas

                                                            Additional information

                                                            • Cross Street
                                                              Hurstbourne Trace
                                                            • Neighbourhood
                                                              East Louisville
                                                            • Hours of Operation
                                                              Brunch Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Sat 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–9:30 pm Sun 2:00 pm–9:00 pm
                                                            • Price
                                                              $30 and under
                                                            • Cuisines
                                                              American, Contemporary American, Wine Bar
                                                            • Dining style
                                                              Casual Elegant
                                                            • Dress code
                                                              Business Casual
                                                            • Parking details
                                                              Bristol East is located in the Hurstbourne Forum Shopping Center and has PLENTY of parking.
                                                            • Payment Options
                                                              AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                            • Additional
                                                              Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Farm to Table, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                                            • Website
                                                              http://www.bristolbarandgrille.com/
                                                            • Phone number
                                                              (502) 426-0627
                                                            • 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. Our off-premise catering can be reached at 502.584.3663. Bristol Bar & Grille offers on-premise catering / private rooms at our Downtown, Highlands and Jeffersonville locations.
                                                            • Private party facilities
                                                              Bristol Bar & Grille offers private dining at the Bristol Downtown (502) 582-1995 and Bristol Highlands (502) 456-1702

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