79 Louisville Area Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

Whether your idea of a good time is a fancy, festive dinner out or cold sesame noodles and binge-watching on the couch, we're here to help you find it—since the greatest love of all is the love of food. Dig in.

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50 Restaurants

Updated February 06, 2019

Restaurants:	Texas de Brazil - Lexington, Mesh - Louisville, Malone’s - Palomar…
Price Range:	$$ - $$$
Cuisines:	Steakhouse, American…
Neighborhoods:	Lexington, St Matthews…

Texas de Brazil - Lexington

$$$$

Steakhouse

Lexington

4.5

1662 reviews

Food was great. Employees were great. Place looked attractive. Didn’t like the wobbly table. I put my hands on the table, and my wife’s fork shot up and stuck in the ceiling!!! Just a little hyperbole. Also, the dress code was overstated. Mostly ripped jeans, t-shirts and flip flops. It was a special occasion for me, and I don’t mind being overdressed in a button down shirt and slacks. But if you’re planning a special night out, just be aware that it barely met business casual standards. Will I go back? Yes. A hundred times. Food, great. Atmosphere? Meh.

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Mesh - Louisville

$$$$

American

St Matthews

4.7

2699 reviews

A very nice dining experience.

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Malone’s - Palomar

$$$$

Steakhouse

Lexington

4.6

1953 reviews

Our meal was absolutely fantastic! I don't believe I've ever had a better streak. The service was equally top notch.

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Le Moo

$$$$

Steakhouse

Highlands - Bardstown Rd / Taylorsville Rd

4.6

4437 reviews

We love going to Le Moo for special occasions and recently went for our daughters 16th birthday. They never disappoint. This was the first time none of us ordered steak (which is always perfect), and we were still happy with everything we ordered. The service was great - Steve took fabulous care of us.

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River House Restaurant & Raw Bar

$$$$

Seafood

Downtown Louisville

4.6

5166 reviews

Great service!! Our server Amy made our day. She is awesome. She was very attentive and suggested the perfect meals for us. Both meals were the best. Salmon was the best I have ever tasted. Already planning our 2nd visit

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Mitchell's Fish Market - Louisville

$$$$

Seafood

East Louisville

3.9

2330 reviews

I enjoyed a late afternoon lunch . The Mitchell’s salad, with grilled salmon, is my favorite!!! I sometimes get it with grilled shrimp! As always, Andy was friendly, charming, and, very accommodating! Thank you once again for a memorable time!

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Carson's Food & Drink

$$$$

American

Lexington

4.8

3852 reviews

Excellent dinner. The old feel of the distillery was great. Felt like fine dining in a relaxed atmosphere. Food and drinks were fantastic. The brie is an excellent choice for an appetizer. I had the ribs, while others at my table had the tofu, the spicy pasta and the burger. Everyone was very satisfied. The waiter was attentive and friendly. We will be back.

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Seviche A Latin Restaurant - Highlands

$$$$

Latin American

Highlands - Bardstown Rd / Taylorsville Rd

4.8

2264 reviews

The new chicken dish is amazing! Great time always 😻

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Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse - Louisville

$$$$

Steak

Downtown Louisville

4.9

4651 reviews

Anytime my wife and I get a date night we have always just started going to Ruby’s!!! Never disappointed and always a great experience! Thank you as always

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The Village Anchor

$$$$

American

Anchorage

4.5

3122 reviews

Absolutely delicious and Jenna made the evening dining flawless. She was handling the bar and several tables and was a delight. Thanks for super dinner and outstanding service.

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Porcini

$$$$

Italian

Frankfort Ave - Crescent Hill

4.8

2101 reviews

Excellent service and great food

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Brooklyn and The Butcher

$$$$

Steakhouse

New Albany

4.6

1962 reviews

The wife and I went here for our anniversary and enjoyed ourselves thoroughly. We were seated right at our reservation time and the service and food were great. We look forward to coming back in the near future and we would highly recommend for everyone to experience the food / service. Thank you all for a great experience.

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DiFabio's Casapela

$$$$

Italian

Frankfort Ave - Crescent Hill

4.7

786 reviews

Love everything! Awesome experience! Perfect intimate Italian place to dine.

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Coles 735 Main

$$$$

Unspecified

Lexington

4.8

2950 reviews

First off, the service was impeccable. Ricky was unbelievably knowledgeable and accommodating when it came to working with my food allergies. And when I say food allergies I don’t mean like, I don’t like that so I’m allergic. I mean like I’m anaphylactically allergic to egg white and soy and Ricky paid very close attention to this. Now as far as the food…always seasoned to perfection and executed extremely well. Been that way for years. Thanks to Ricky and Cole and his extremely accommodating staff, we will more than likely make this a twice a month visit. A must dine for any Lexington foodie!

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Brasserie Provence

$$$$

French

Middletown

4.7

2021 reviews

As always, a lovely experience. We enjoy bringing friends that have not yet visited.

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Vincenzo's Italian Restaurant

$$$$

Italian

Downtown Louisville

4.5

2887 reviews

Food was fabulous, wait staff great, waiter actually sang for us at the end of the meal. He had a beautiful voice. The owner greeted us. It was a wonderful evening!

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Malone’s - Lansdowne

$$$$

Steakhouse

Lexington

4.7

2048 reviews

A little slow in returning to the table, still within a reasonable parameter

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Giuseppe's Ristorante Italiano

$$$$

Italian

Lexington

4.8

2686 reviews

I have never been disappointed after eating here. It is my favorite restaurant in Lexington and I highly recommend it to everyone

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Volare Italian Restaurant

$$$$

Italian

Frankfort Ave - Crescent Hill

4.8

3034 reviews

The entire meal…from drinks to desserts…was amazing! We will be back again!

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OBC Kitchen

$$$$

American

Lexington

4.8

2837 reviews

The service was absolutely outstanding! Love their appreciation and passion for bourbon. The shrimp & grits were the best I’ve ever had. Nice selection of the hard to find bourbons and reasonably priced. I’ll be back! Thanks! Scott Agnew

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Palmers Fresh Grill

$$$$

Seafood

Lexington

4.5

1344 reviews

The crab Benedict was fantastic.

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Fork & Barrel

$$$$

American

Frankfort Ave - Crescent Hill

4.3

1266 reviews

Great place with an eclectic menu that has something for everyone.

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Lockbox at 21c Hotel

$$$$

Contemporary American

Lexington

4.6

962 reviews

Great dinner. Steak was cooked perfect. Wife had pasta. She loved it.

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Jean Farris Winery & Bistro

$$$$

Farm-to-table

Lexington

4.5

2134 reviews

Wonderful selection and service, Jean Farris is our new place for dinner and drinks - such fun!

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Brendon's Catch 23

$$$$

Seafood

Downtown Louisville

4.7

2163 reviews

Excellent! First time dining there and the server was extremely knowledgeable about the menu and so pleasant. Cannot recommend this place enough! Crab cakes were the best I’ve ever had and the steak was perfection. Great restaurant and atmosphere :)

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Dudley's on Short

$$$$

American

Lexington

4.7

2123 reviews

Dudley’s is legendary for a reason: exquisite food, exceptional service, outstanding drinks. On this evening Beef Wellington was a special…and it was outstanding: beautifully seasoned, perfectly cooked. The smoked trout deviled eggs were also memorably delicious.

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The Eagle - Louisville

$$$$

American

Highlands - Bardstown Rd / Taylorsville Rd

4.4

882 reviews

Great food and great service! Highly recommend getting an “off menu” item which is the fried chicken Mac and cheese — just their famous Mac and cheese with a cutlet on top! To take it the the next level, drizzle spicy honey on top! Delicious!

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Marketplace

$$$$

Contemporary American

Downtown Louisville

4.2

632 reviews

Delicious as always. So accommodating to the different needs of my group.

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Le Relais

$$$$

French

Highlands - Bardstown Rd / Taylorsville Rd

4.7

1261 reviews

Lovely place and a great ambiance, unfortunately it takes longer than most places to receive your order.

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Bristol Bar & Grille - Highlands

$$$$

American

Highlands - Bardstown Rd / Taylorsville Rd

4.3

424 reviews

Bristol has been our go to neighborhood place for years. Good food and people.

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Blue Heron Steakhouse

$$$$

Steakhouse

Lexington

4.7

1480 reviews

Living nearby I go often The food is consistently very good Best crab cake for miles around. Good cocktails Just go!

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Bourbons Bistro

$$$$

Southern

Frankfort Ave - Crescent Hill

4.7

1289 reviews

Great food , great people always enjoy our time there!

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8UP Elevated Drinkery & Kitchen

$$$$

American

Downtown Louisville

3.6

770 reviews

Beautiful sunset view

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The Exchange Pub + Kitchen

$$$$

Gastro Pub

New Albany

4.7

1007 reviews

Enjoyable lunch on the sidewalk with friends. Food was delicious and the service was just right.

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Ruth's Chris Steak House - Louisville

$$$$

Steakhouse

St Matthews

4.2

2160 reviews

My Son’s Birthday. You were very accommodating, the extra special touches were appreciated. ThNk you for making our night.

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Malone’s – Hamburg

$$$$

Steakhouse

Lexington

4.7

2475 reviews

Our waitress was amazing! I wish I could remember her name. The food was fantastic as always

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La Chasse

$$$$

French

Highlands - Bardstown Rd / Taylorsville Rd

4.8

1099 reviews

The food was amazing!! Some of the best food I’ve ever had. Specifically the escargot and brie appetizers were life changing.

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Lou Lou Food + Drink - St Matthews

$$$$

Creole / Cajun / Southern

St Matthews

4.7

400 reviews

Food and Service is always impeccable. One of Louisville's best restaurants!

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The English Grill at Brown Hotel

$$$$

American

Downtown Louisville

4.6

968 reviews

Wonderful experience! Everything was perfect!

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Jack Binion's Steak - Caesars Southern Indiana

$$$$

Steakhouse

Elizabeth

4.6

1724 reviews

The only thing wrong was my steak was medium rare instead of medium well. We always have good food and excellent service. Love the cheesecake 😋.

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Zen Sushi & Sake

$$$$

Sushi

Lexington

4.7

285 reviews

Our favorite Lexington sushi restaurant closed, but this one is pretty special. Our waiter, Adam, was very helpful -- he got me to try a flight of Japanese whiskeys, which were surprisingly good. First time my wife and I have had goma-ae with broccoli. Good! The sushi was very good, and loved that their menu clearly separates cooked from raw fish, which is nice. We'll be back!

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AZUR Restaurant & Patio

$$$$

Contemporary American

Lexington

4.6

1565 reviews

We had a lovely date night after a friend gave me a gift card for my birthday. We thought the patio was laidback and casual, yet the food and service were excellent. The singer/guitarist they had playing was great and the volume was perfect for still having intimate conversations without having to yell across the table! We will be back to try more items on the menu!

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Bristol Bar & Grille - Downtown

$$$$

American

Downtown Louisville

4.4

690 reviews

The Bristol before the show at the Kentucky Art Center is our favorite thing to do! Their staff are just the best in the city…so pleasant and personable…they make you feel special and are so accommodating! All their appetizers and entrees are delicious as well as plenty of wine and drink selections! A visit there before the show just makes the whole evening shine!

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hiko-A-mon Modern Japanese Sushi Bar & Fish Market

$$$$

Japanese

Westport Rd - Lyndon

4.6

559 reviews

The atmosphere was a bit depressing, food and service outstanding !

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The Fat Lamb

$$$$

American

Highlands - Bardstown Rd / Taylorsville Rd

4.5

777 reviews

Great place to have some quality food and a good drink. Tops on my list whenever I come to louisville. Had the cauliflower, Brussels sprouts and sea bass. Yum! When they tell you to split the cannolis listen. We got two orders and could’ve had one - generous portion.

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Heirloom - Midway

$$$$

Contemporary American

Midway

4.8

1783 reviews

Best dinner ever at Heirloom!!

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Sway - Hyatt Regency Louisville

$$$$

Southern

Downtown Louisville

3.7

358 reviews

Cornbread was terrible, but the snapper was delicious! Service was adequate. It took a long time for us to get our entrées after the appetizer.

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Bluegrass Bistro

$$$$

Grill

Lexington

4.1

227 reviews

The Trivia Game going on was a little annoying. Food and service was great, though.

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School Sushi

$$$$

Sushi

Lexington

4.3

147 reviews

Fab lunch combos. Very sweet staff. A favorite for years

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The Melting Pot - Louisville

$$$$

Fondue

Downtown Louisville

4.6

730 reviews

Great experience as always

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