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Lobby Bar & Grill at the Brown Hotel, Louisville, KY

Lobby Bar & Grill at the Brown Hotel

4.7
4.7
1161 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 29 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Romantic
Come enjoy the historic lobby of The Brown Hotel in our Lobby Bar and Grill. Contemporary cuisine meets historic opulence at The Brown Hotel’s spectacularly beautiful, and classic lobby setting. A popular spot for the next generation of Louisville merrymakers, this glamorous, gilded space balances its history with modern touches and sophisticated tastes. Our menu includes a mix of classic and contemporary dishes, but our signature Hot Brown is rated as Kentucky's most popular dish. Enjoy our Hot Brown, and other signature items with a classic Old Fashion. Our bar features well-crafted cocktails and an highly rated bourbon menu. Finish your experience with Louisville's original dessert, the Derby pie.


Reservations are for the Lobby Bar and Grill.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American
  • Hours of Operation
    Bar Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–12:00 am Fri–Sun 3:00 pm–12:00 am Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (502) 583-1234
  • Website
    https://www.brownhotel.com/dining/lobby-bar
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Location
    335 W Broadway, Louisville, KY 40202
  • Neighbourhood
    Downtown Louisville
  • Cross Street
    Parking: Paid Self-Parking in the connected, city garage.
  • Parking details
    Self Parking in the connected, city garage. Valet parking available by the Brown Hotel staff.
  • Public transit
    On the corner of 4th and Broadway.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

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What 1,161 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Central Kentucky

    Contemporary American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Lobby Bar & Grill at the Brown Hotel offers an "iconic" Louisville dining experience with its famed Hot Brown dish. Guests rave about the "wonderful atmosphere" and "excellent service," often highlighting the live piano music and historic setting. With "delicious" food and "knowledgeable" staff, it's perfect for special occasions.

1,161 Reviews

  1. David

    Baltimore3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It has been quite a while since we had supper at the Brown. Harold was especially helpful with information and directions. Grace was our server who was attentive to the fact we had tickets to attend a show next door in the Brown Theater. The reservation was accurate and seating was prompt.

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  2. Michael VIP

    Atlanta26 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    food was excellent, service was good & environment pleasant

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  3. Cindy VIP

    Louisville21 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Brown lobby is so pretty and piano music was nice.

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  4. John VIP

    Louisville59 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Another great meal at the Brown. The duck was superb (we're so glad your standard termperature is medium--much better than the trendy rare/medium-rare you find so often nowadays). Thanks! As always, we'll be back.

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  5. LizzyAusten VIP

    Cincinnati11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a fabulous girls night out with our mothers. The food was amazing, the service was fantastic and the place is just beautiful. It’s our favorite dinner spot when attending shows at the Brown Theatre.

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  6. David

    Philadelphia2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service was fantastic, the later piano player was great, and the food was exquisite. I had a hot brown, and you can’t go wrong, but my wife got the duck and I wish I had gotten it too.

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  7. Nancy VIP

    New York City88 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Old fashioned grand hotel lobby restaurant. Very traditional and gracious. Service was good, friendly and attentive. Food was good but nothing special. Very reliable.

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  8. Tara

    New York City1 review

    4.0

    Dined on March 9, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Caesar salad was small and only had green leaves so no crispness. Had the Brown and Duck Breast all were good but noting to write home about. Very beautiful dining room and the staff was very pleasant.

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  9. Maria VIP

    Louisville10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Pianist is so good Matthew my waiter went out of his way to serve me Sharon checked on our table to make sure all was well . New chef makes a great French Onion Soup!

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  10. Jennifer

    New York City173 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was impeccable! Great recommendations made by the staff. The apps were great and special bourbon drinks. The hot brown was so delicious. The dining room is so beautiful and the piano player was excellent. Most staff have been there forever and have such pride in the place. Will be back!

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Lobby Bar & Grill at the Brown Hotel is rated 4.7 stars by 1161 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 29 times today
Google Map for Lobby Bar & Grill at the Brown Hotel

335 W Broadway, Louisville, KY 40202

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Parking: Paid Self-Parking in the connected, city garage.
  • Neighbourhood
    Downtown Louisville
  • Hours of Operation
    Bar Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–12:00 am Fri–Sun 3:00 pm–12:00 am Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Self Parking in the connected, city garage. Valet parking available by the Brown Hotel staff.
  • Public transit
    On the corner of 4th and Broadway.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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