Guidebook for Louisville
Food Scene
Great atmosphere and super-friendly staff. Light and sunny. And of course, they have really great coffee!
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Bean
1138 Goss AveGreat atmosphere and super-friendly staff. Light and sunny. And of course, they have really great coffee!
This is a MUST TRY for foodies -- many Louisvillians consider it to be the best (or at least one of the top 3) restaurants in Louisville. Honestly, everything there is fabulous, but I especially recommend the Salbutes appetizer. Reservations aren't required but are definitely a good idea on weekends and/or for larger groups. (Over Derby, reserve far ahead of time.)
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Mayan Cafe
813 E Market StThis is a MUST TRY for foodies -- many Louisvillians consider it to be the best (or at least one of the top 3) restaurants in Louisville. Honestly, everything there is fabulous, but I especially recommend the Salbutes appetizer. Reservations aren't required but are definitely a good idea on weekends and/or for larger groups. (Over Derby, reserve far ahead of time.)
A Germantown Favorite, especially for meat-eaters. If you're not sure whether or not you like German food, you definitely will after eating here! (However, if you're both gluten-free and vegetarian, there won't be much on the menu for you.) And it's within easy walking distance of my house.
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EiDERDOWN
983 Goss AveA Germantown Favorite, especially for meat-eaters. If you're not sure whether or not you like German food, you definitely will after eating here! (However, if you're both gluten-free and vegetarian, there won't be much on the menu for you.) And it's within easy walking distance of my house.
Drinks & Nightlife
An adorable, old-timey, neighborhood-y, but also funky and fun bar within close walking distance. It's my favorite drink spot in Louisville. It's pretty chill on weeknights but busy on weekends.
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The Pearl Of Germantown
1151 Goss AveAn adorable, old-timey, neighborhood-y, but also funky and fun bar within close walking distance. It's my favorite drink spot in Louisville. It's pretty chill on weeknights but busy on weekends.
This is a hidden gem! Literally, you have to know it's there because the sign is tiny and really hard to see unless you're standing right in front of it. It has a speak-easy feel, super-dark and atmospheric inside, very comfortable seating and amazing cocktails. This is the perfect date spot. Not good for large groups, as it's very small inside.
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North of Bourbon
935 Goss AveThis is a hidden gem! Literally, you have to know it's there because the sign is tiny and really hard to see unless you're standing right in front of it. It has a speak-easy feel, super-dark and atmospheric inside, very comfortable seating and amazing cocktails. This is the perfect date spot. Not good for large groups, as it's very small inside.
Has great punk-rock / alternative live music -- definitely check out their website to see what's playing!
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Zanzabar
2100 S Preston StHas great punk-rock / alternative live music -- definitely check out their website to see what's playing!
Entertainment & Activities
The Home of the Kentucky Derby! Also has horse-racing throughout most of the year.
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Churchill Downs
700 Central AveThe Home of the Kentucky Derby! Also has horse-racing throughout most of the year.
Arts & Culture
This is an amazing tribute to Muhammad Ali that the whole family can easily enjoy. Even if you're not already a fan of the man, it's very worth checking out.
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Muhammad Ali Center
144 N 6th StThis is an amazing tribute to Muhammad Ali that the whole family can easily enjoy. Even if you're not already a fan of the man, it's very worth checking out.
Decent art museum with an AWESOME new contemporary wing. Has a really great cinema series if you're into art films.
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Il-Mużew tal-Arti tal-Veloċità
2035 S 3rd StDecent art museum with an AWESOME new contemporary wing. Has a really great cinema series if you're into art films.