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Every year, LEO Weekly puts out Reader’s Choice, where our readers and LEO’s own staff pick which bar are the best from all over the city. With Louisville’s food selections growing more and more every year, there is no end to the eats you can get while you’re in town.

If you’re looking for the best brunch, burger, taco or hot brown, these are the best according to our LEO Weekly readers.

PS: Want to see all the best restaurants? Just click here!

Best Breakfast: Wild Eggs Multiple Locations Start your day with amazing omelets, pancakes, and more at this local favorite.
Toasty’s Tavern Some of the best pub grub in town! You’ll probably have to skip the drinks to keep it affordable, but hey, the fries are their own kind of high.
Best Mexican Restaurant 1. El Mundo 2. El Nopal 3. Guacamole Photo via Facebook.com/502elmundo
Best Chef: Casey Mader – Chef It Up Private Chef Services Chef Casey Mader delivers exceptional, personalized dining experiences through his catering business.
Best Chili: Rubbies Southside Grill & Bar 6905 Southside Dr. Rubbies’ hearty chili is a local favorite, packed with rich flavors and spice.
Best Fried Chicken: Mellwood Tavern 1801 Brownsboro Rd. Crispy, golden fried chicken makes Mellwood Tavern a must-visit for Southern comfort food.
Best Guacamole: Guacamole 900 East Market St. Guacamole’s fresh, hand-made guac is the perfect appetizer to start your meal. Photo courtesy of Guacamole
Best Hot Brown: Rubbies Southside Grill & Bar 6905 Southside Dr. Enjoy a classic Kentucky Hot Brown at Rubbies, served with rich, creamy Mornay sauce.
Best Hot Dog: Dairy Del 1516 S Shelby St. Dairy Del’s legendary hot dogs are a simple, delicious staple of the local food scene.
Best Taco: Taco Luchador Multiple Locations Taco Luchador’s authentic and flavorful tacos make them a top choice for taco lovers.
Best Restaurant: South Louisville: Rubbies Southside Grill & Bar 6905 Southside Dr. Rubbies is known for its hearty portions and relaxed vibe, making it a great spot for a casual meal.
Best Restaurant: Germantown/Schnitzelburg: Four Pegs Smokehouse 1053 Goss Ave. A local favorite, Four Pegs is known for its smoked meats and casual, laid-back atmosphere.

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