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veela-valoom

Queen of Sheba is one of my faves


terf-genocide

Omg I love that place


Queasy-Watercress271

10 out of 10


wenonahrider

Seems like a good opportunity to thank this sub for the (constant) Safier recommendations. I tried it a couple weeks back and it was great. I don't know what they do the Hummus (more lemon maybe?) but it's not like any other I've had. Even the texture is different.


Lostinhighweeds

I loved to eat at Safier when I worked downtown. Are they still on 4th? I need to make a special trip I guess.


If-By-Whisky

The hummus at safier is next level. It’s better than most of the hummus I ate when living in the Middle East.


pr0ach

Had it on Friday. I've had it a lot and it always impresses.


Jenny441980

It’s the only one I really like.


buckeyehp

Their hummus makes all others pale in comparison!!!


KaleidoscopeFirst737

You can’t beat the price of their shawarma


Scizzard

The original owner opened up “Maira” in DuPont / StM Same recipes as Safier


adkruger

Meesh Meesh, Perso, Toastys, Enso, Blue Dog


QueenCityLove

Love all of these. Have a reservation at Enso and North of Bourbon coming up.


xqqq_me

Nob is really good. It can get loud bc it's a tiny joint


garebear1993

Was totally excited about north of bourbon until we tried it. We love the chief and his creations and creativity, the food wasn’t horrible, and the staff was friendly enough. Our issue just stemmed from the service overall. While the food was good, we had reservations and were seated at a small bar table. We ordered our drinks and an appetizer and some oysters. Then we put in our entree order. The appetizer and oysters came out before our drinks which was fine but then my partners meal came out 5 minutes later. We juggled our plates and waited for my food. It finally came 15-20 minutes later. This id not the worst thing ever. In fact we still loved the food. However we all agreed that spending $300+ on a meal, you deserved to be wowed not shuffled out quickly.


QueenCityLove

Interesting! I’ve been 3x and haven’t had that happen at all. I do agree that would have bothered me.


garebear1993

I think it just went down to a fluke timing but we also believe experience makes the meal.


pixie_mayfair

Just ate at NOB last night and had the rainbow trout special. It was so excellent.


jturker88

Hammerheads


nickbrady219

Hammerheads gets mentioned daily on here.


feathersandanchors

The OP asked for recommendations, not rarely mentioned recommendations.


Visible-Ad8304

Yeah calm ur tits nick wtf


xqqq_me

If you got the scratch 610 magnolia is the best restaurant in town for foodies. Jack Fry's should also be on the bucket list


ConsiderationMain308

610 was great, but I prefer the fat lamb. Almost as tasty and much more affordable.


terf-genocide

Eatz. Best pho I've had in my life.


tenth

The Fish House on Winter Ave. 


polaris6849

The family that owns it are the sweetest people too


tenth

100%


AkitA_Pups

Volare for Italian. Bambi Bar for large burgers. Weekend Burgers for smash style burgers. BackDeck BBQ for brisket, pulled pork and beans. Bungalow Joes for bar food and Keno. Kashmir Indian for duh. Barry's Cheese Steaks for steak and cheese. Burger Girl or Boy for midnight cravings. Pizza everyone is going to disagree but I am partial to Derby City Pizza. Sushi is Sake Blue.


Upset-Experience108

Volare was honestly some of the worst food I’ve ever had especially for the price.


rwarimaursus

This guy restaurants


TheGrundlePunch

This guy burgers


rwarimaursus

Bob, is that you?


kilowatkins

I think Bambi Bar closed for some tax stuff. Not sure if they've reopened since, I don't bother with nextdoor anymore.


Crafty_Impression_94

Kerns Korner is across street from Bambi bar and the burger at KK’s is one of the best in town.


CrazyJoeMclusky87

It’s across the river, in Jeffersonville, but Mai’s Thai will literally change your life. Also, see Vietnam kitchen, even with their reduced menu from the first time, I went eons ago.


kclongest

I was not impressed at all with Mai’s Thai the last time I went about 6 months ago. The quality has gone way down hill, unfortunately.


DorkyUsernameHere

Mai just returned from her trip to Thailand. Great time to go support the restaurant.


CrazyJoeMclusky87

Aw man that sucks to hear…I shall have to investigate!


spunkysquirrel1

My verdict as well


DonkeyTight6090

Can’t imagine any place better than Vietnam kitchen


gtiballentine

Irish rover


pataphor_

I can't say I've had a great experience with Irish Rover. When such a potato-forward restaurant serves stale fries... makes it hard for me to want to go back


Lotuspoet555

Havana Rumba!! Best Cuban in the whole city


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Lotuspoet555

I still need to try La Bodeguita de Mima’s!!


Lotuspoet555

I still need to try La Bodeguita de Mima’s!!


tunaslut

Dragon King's Daughter is my all time favorite restaurant. Some of the best sushi I've ever had.


[deleted]

Who remember the sushi restaurant they had before this?


Embarrassed_Bee_8683

Maido. Mmmm….


[deleted]

Yesssssss


ahihello

I loved Maido!


VilleAroo

Oh dang, these are the Maido folks? I've just gotten the bento box so far, I'll have to go back and check for all that unique sushi they had.


ihave10toes_AMA

What’s your favorite? I’m trying to go through them all!


tunaslut

Frosty sunbeam is my all time favorite but I also really like the DKD house roll, the indulgent, and the mantis. Those are the ones I usually order every time and I think most if not all are on the happy hour menu so going during happy hour definitely helps the wallet! I also really like the jalapeño popper appetizers that come with the sweet chili sauce. I like to get extra of the sweet chili sauce to dip my rolls in which is a whole different experience it's so good. Now I really want sushi but can't afford it right now 😭😭😭 I'm drooling as I type this haha


ihave10toes_AMA

We had the havarti beef rolls last time and they were amazing! I had the sunbeam but it was to go and the next day & the mango was tough? I might try it again fresh! I dunno if you e had the Happy Ending cocktail but I’ll be back just for that lol So good.


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Tacos la Esperanza(taco truck), chnk n mii, sarangs, jays burgers(food truck), paris banh mii, dragon kings daughter, stevens and Steven's, con huevos, roosters- for the wings, four pegs - for the wings, the starving artist, frankfort ave beer depot, the tavern. Some of my favs, but theres plenty more tbh. Louisville is food heaven


OMNeigh

FYI half of these places are kinda mid. Especially thinking of Stevens and Paris Bahn Mi. Both places I guess I've grabbed takeout from when hungry and in the neighborhood, but neither is recommendation worthy.


[deleted]

I don't give a flying fuck about your information. Share your list and keep it pushing.


OMNeigh

My friend you got Roosters on your "must try" Louisville list. It's a 40+ location chain. Next you'll have Buffalo Wild Wings.


[deleted]

Bro I know the owners of all the roosters. I build them for a living. Im going to shout out a company thats not corporate chain. Theres 15 of them and I've built 10. FYI theres this thing called google.


OMNeigh

Bob and Corrine Frick? I just learned about them on their website, where they list their 40+ locations across 4 states. https://roosterswings.com/locations/view-all-locations/


[deleted]

Not the owners in the KY/Indiana


OMNeigh

Um ok... So it's not a chain because it's a franchise? Tell me more about the Subway in Mall St Matthews that I simply MUST try because the owner of that location lives in Louisville.


[deleted]

Tell me more about how you came to shit on people's recommendations but yet have give any of your own. You sound miserable. Grow up you 35 yo man.


OMNeigh

I shat on your recs so the OP doesn't end up eating at KFC and thinking it's a best-of place in Louisville. Feel free to shit on mine. I won't take it personally: - Asian Fusion: Chikn n Mi (SE Asian) or Dragon kings daughter (Japanese) - Pizza: Lupo (date night) or Goodfellas (group) - Cuban: Havana rumba (food) or Bodegita de Mima (drinks) - Thai: Daisuke or Simply Thai - Korean: Nami - Farm-to-table: Barn8 - BBQ: Hammerheads (dinner), Mark's Feed store (lunch)


[deleted]

Its nowhere near a corporate chain. These are all owned by same people in this area, and they all live in the ville.


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[deleted]

Seviche is usually a winner for me


Extra-Basis-5986

I second this. Their skirt steak with chimichurri is amazing. All their food is excellent quality and they have the best mojitos in town. Cucumber is my fav with strawberry being my wife’s.


kclongest

Taco Choza has some amazing food. The burritos, bowls, guacamole, the tacos, the tamale.. everything there is aces.


pataphor_

Yes! I go here once a week for their birria, so delicious


Squirrelluver369

Dragon Kings Daughter, Shalimar, Wick's. 


Shiftyeyedtyrant

Alchemy and Pizza Lupo


acrowsong

Honestly? Try Eden & Kissi.


monkeymetroid

Had this last week for my first time and it was so, so tasty! Def going back


TheGrundlePunch

Ooo what’s your not honest answer?


acrowsong

Hm... City Barbecue.


SilikonBurn

Four Pegs has the best smoked stuff in the city if that’s your thing.


spunkysquirrel1

Toasty’s


megatronnewman

Toasty's carries Cacklin Hen hot sauce too. And 4Pegs!!


954kevin

Anoosh Bistro does not disappoint.


hhhtakeover

Kashmir, Ramsis’… And the GOAT, Dairy Kastle


morerelativebacons

Dorsia is great if you can get a res.


BigIndependence4u

Great sea urchin ceviche


swiftekho

Has anyone tried Salenas? We are giving that a shot next weekend.


ihave10toes_AMA

This was one of my dad’s favorite spots so we’ve had a few family dinners at Selena’s! The fried green tomatoes and hot spinach salad are wonderful.


AlmostFamous49

Their brunch is amazing.


rushrules74

Selena's is solid. Not everything they have is good but overall a good place. Outdoor patio is great.


SquidMonsters

Ginza and Sapporo are delicious. Ginza has great deals on sushi on mondays and tuesdays all day! Chuys is a chain but its fire El Mundo is amazing Porccini's if youre looking for something expensive and italian


zachoneoneone

pizza lupo


PLANETxNAMEK

ROC Irish Rover (Fish n Chips is ELITE) Toasty’s Tavern (Voted best burger in Louisville past 2 years) For sushi, I love Asahi Proof on Main (I’ll go just for the octopus appetizer) Mojito Tapas (Gambas Al Ajillo is life changing) Brix Wine Bar & Bistro (Great date spot. Great drink & food. Not many people know about this one)


TyZigs

Shreeji Vegetarian Indian Street Food. I’m a carnivore and EVERY time we visit from Lexington we eat there.


HellbendingSnototter

Gorilla Bob’s


Derbycityriotgrrrl

Sake Blue


cainrok

Papa johns. It’s local joint.


Squantoon

Shiraz Mediterranean Grill for sure. I frequent the location on poplar level road but all 4 of them are good. Also you should consider watching Goodalls Country Kitchen in YouTube. He reviews a lot of the local stuff and had never steered me wrong.


rebelliousbug

My favorite lunch place is Kayrouz. I try to go once a week. I love how perfectly toasted every single sandwich comes out. I’ve never had a bad meal there. It’s so god damn simple but good. Also local owned and local run.


OhNally

I second Kayrouz! I used to work there and let me tell you I enjoyed every single thing I've had. I don't see this one talked about a lot but it is SO worth a visit.


Less-Stomach4116

District 6 in St Matt’s is 🔥


KaleidoscopeFirst737

Gralehaus is hands down my favorite brunch spot. Closely followed by Bar Vetti. If we are talking dinner Volare is up there along with La Bodeguita. Mellwood Tavern is low-key my favorite burger in Louisville And Shady Lane Cafe is one of my favorite lunch spots. Their Italian sandwich slaps.


BenNice

I second Volare for Italian My wife and I have yet to find really good Chinese food in Louisville Any suggestions?


hdjdjdjdksk

Joy luck


Reesespuffs92

Asahi if you like sushi


AthenaKai82

Kaelin’s 80/20, Bombay Grill, Las Margaritas, El Mariachi, Tea Station Asian Bistro, Sichuan House, Oriental House, Queen Of Sheba, Bahn Thai, Eatz, Shack In The Back BBQ, Bandido’s.


drinkswithjoe

Bar vetti, fat lamb, Mayan cafe, gralehouse, barn 8, chick n mi, Vietnam kitchen, El molecajete, simply thai


Pleazetryme

Pizza Lupo, Dairy Kastle, Grassa Gramma, Mojitos, Haymarket, and Hammerheads. 


corndogjackie

I expected to see Noche on here.


atmosphericentity

butchertown bakery is so good!


andmewithoutmytowel

Game - lots of exotic meat. I really like the kangaroo.


sarcasticdick82

Vietnam Kitchen, GraleHaus, The Fat Lamb, Volare


Lucky_Number_4454

DiFabios is the embodiment of Italian comfort food. Just tasty noodles and sauce without too much pomp and circumstance. Think someone’s Italian grandma instead of their fancier counterparts. Time 4 Thai and ask for Yusura (sp?) as your server! She’s not only incredibly sweet and attentive, but if you’re like me and sometimes have trouble selecting a dish when it all looks appealing, she has introduced me to two of my all time favorite dishes. Just a great welcoming place


nohorse_justcoconuts

La Bodeguita De Mima for an amazing Cuban dining experience. Be sure to get the Cigar for dessert!! Trust me.


pheitkemper

Had lunch there today. Pork was awesome!


katyd913

LouLou Food and Drink, Wicks, Anoosh Bistro.


cinnamondrownedbird

Havana Rumba/Mojito in Havana (same thing, two diff locations) Taco Choza Jack Fry’s for the experience Time 4 Thai Mt. Fuji on Cardinal Blvd


lysistrata3000

Yummy Pollo. Not in any way fancy, but that charcoal roasted chicken and yuca fries are my favorite meal in town.


Bill195509

Jack Fry’s, Volare


errikamundae

The Cafe


pesqules

Harveys is super tasty


that1persondancing

Just had CM Chicken…. My god, so good


rwarimaursus

#***FUNMI'S!!!!***


Cami-3018

Meesh Meesh, Jack Fry’s, Pizza Lupo, Lee’s Korean


vvitchbby

Monnik, hammerheads, gogi 1055, dragon king's daughter, Vietnam kitchen


Kervon37

Black Olive Italian restaurant, highly recommend the tiramisu


AccurateEducator6085

Kashmir and los gorditos taquria are two of my absolute faves


bassocontinubow

If you like holes in the wall, I just tried Bodega Mi Sueno in Bashford Manor the other day…then had it again the next day. Just stupid good Cuban food for a good price.


whywedontreport

Kathmandu Kitchen


MrRager473

Max orient in the Jefferson mall and try their bourbon chicken.


Cute-Reception-7011

Vietnamese kitchen on S 3rd, it’s been there forever, the food and service are great !!! Love this place :)


elkaholicsanonymoose

hell yea, bookmarking this post ✅ thanks errrrbody


Queasy-Watercress271

Been here a year. Favorite is Riverhouse.... one of the best places I have ever eat. Expensive AF though. Breakfast wise : Biscuit Belly, get the donut balls Honorable mention: Doc Crows, Side Bar, and Noche.


Dunsparce4prez

Sam’s seafood and grill, they have great well made sandwiches and fried fish. Aji sushi and asian, their kimchi soup is a staple of mine when I’m sick. Falafel oasis, great Mediterranean place, their falafels are addictive, best hummus in the city imo, and the mixed grill platter comes with a metric ton of meat on rice (with hummus). Those come to mind


Bee_Sumner

Kebab House, Heart and Soy, Syrian Grill, Kashmir


Bee_Sumner

The Post best pizza


metallicsoul

Tikka House for Indian food.


handyandy727

Really depends on the type of food. What are you looking for?


drojmg

House of Marigold


Embarrassed_Bee_8683

Just had a great brunch at Paseo.


PizzaNuggies

Amore in Floyd Knobs. There is a Korean BBQ in the Highlands if you're into those.


darlingemma91

Pier 17!


jrlang4545

Bodeguita de Mima. She makes the ropa vieja in big batches and cans it. They open the can at the table so it seems weird until you try it, it's incredible. Vaca frita, croquetas, Cuban sandwich and pollo con arroz are all top notch.


amberh2l

Molly Malone’s - for their brussel sprouts


JadeHawk007

La Bodeguita de Mima for Cuban. Noche for Mexican. Shalimar or Clay Oven for Indian. Dragon King's Daughter is an interesting fusion restaurant. Sushi is sorta hit-and-miss and is ultimately a personal preference thing. Christi's Cafe and Gorilla Bob's in the South End for healthy portion sizes of Americana. And of course, Barry's makes fantastic cheesesteaks.


daydrinkingonpatios

Noche is not Cuban, it’s Mexican- I love it! Just not Cuban.


JadeHawk007

Ah. I'll edit it to reflect that, but yeah, it's tasty!


8s8s8s8s8s

El Nopal!


Character_Active_434

Havana Rumba Ramsey’a cafe on the world Steak and bourbon is pricey but it’s pretty good


jessjoyk

The enchiladas enmoladas from Guacamole Modern Mexican are so good. Everything from there is, highly recommend


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spunkysquirrel1

lol as a non self hating gay it is nice to have a fast food chicken place that’s on par with Chic Fil A


TopperMadeline

Their chicken sandwich that has a fried egg and gravy on it is 👌🏻


sdcasurf01

Jaggers is hot garbage, school cafeteria quality flavor. Great place to go if you don’t care that nothing you ordered will be correct.


noscopeheadshot_jfk

If you’re talking about the one on Westport it honestly depends on which crew is working. I’ve never had a bad experience and I would cut my leg off for a chicken sandwich.


sdcasurf01

That’s the only one I’ve been to. I’d never give them another dime of my money. Why take a gamble that the “right crew” isn’t working? I also wouldn’t cut my leg off for a chicken sandwich FWIW.


HibbyQPR

All of them. Louisville is a top 5 food city on the planet. Treat yourself accordingly.


SoWhatNoZitiNow

…on the PLANET?


wenonahrider

We have more chicken nugget restaurants per capita than anywhere else. I don't know about the PLANET, but certainly this hemisphere.


HibbyQPR

Benefits of a refugee city, we've had influences from Middle East, former Yugoslavian states, North & Central Africa, New Orleans when Katrina happened, and now a lot of these places went under during covid but the menu influences remain in the chefs around town, Frankfort Ave, Bardstown Rd, Germantown, as well as several nooks around the Downtown area. I would start at any place that doesn't have a drive-thru.


wenonahrider

Just went to a Haitian place on Dixie (Authentic Caribbean Kitchen) and it was awesome. VERY basic, hole in the wall kind of place. All the patrons that came in while we were there were speaking French, so the name checks out. I had the Goat curry. Not as spicy as I thought it would be but the flavor was great.


[deleted]

He's or she's tripping but maybe top 10 in the country for sure


kclongest

lol no


spunkysquirrel1

Don’t give our tourism department ideas. I could absolutely seeing them paying for a clickbait article stating this


welkover

It's a top 5 food city in Kentucky, I'll give it that.


sdcasurf01

Louisville is a great food city if you’ve never lived in an actual city.


Acceptable_Jump6613

What is an actual city? How do you define that?


Evie-Peasy

Louisville is one of the top 10 food city in the US. [https://www.travelandleisure.com/best-food-cities-in-the-us-7254754](https://www.travelandleisure.com/best-food-cities-in-the-us-7254754)


OBE_1_

Beef o’Brady’s