The 20 Most Romantic Restaurants In Louisville, According to Yelp

By LEO Weekly Staff on Thu, Feb 8, 2024 at 6:00 pm

It’s Valentine’s Day, you have an anniversary coming up, someone offered to take care of the kids for the evening: There are many special occasions that call for a romantic restaurant reservation. And when the pressure’s on, you don’t want to pick a dud that will ruin the mood.

Well, don’t worry, because all of the restaurants on this list have been vetted by diners like you via Yelp. Here are the most romantic restaurants of all time (that are still open) in Louisville, according to the website. - LEO

Methodology (a message from Yelp): This is an all-time list of the Top Romantic Spots to Eat in Louisville according to Yelp. We identified businesses in the restaurant category on Yelp with a large concentration of reviews mentioning "romantic," then ranked those spots using a number of factors, including the total volume and ratings of reviews mentioning "romantic." This list looked at businesses in the Louisville, KY area. All businesses were marked open on Yelp as of January 26, 2022. When available, all businesses on this list have a passing health score as of January 26, 2022.

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20.Varanese

2106 Frankfort Ave.
”I sent a note to the restaurant with some special instructions and they delivered spot on.They sat us in a perfect spot which was romantic and a beautiful backdrop. There was live music playing which really set the ambience in a perfect way.” - Xavier P.
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19.Porcini

2730 Frankfort Ave.
”Perfect for a romantic date, or a special dining experience for the adults, Porcini has the cuisine and ambiance to please all. The oyster Rockefeller special may be the best I've ever had - not sure how long they will offer this. Good selection of pasta, pizza, and other traditional dishes. The main entrees we had were fantastic with good sized portions. ” - Justin J.
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18.La Chasse

1359 Bardstown Road
”Lovely ambience, fantastic service, and really good cocktails (we tried the Champagne Old Fashioned and the Pisco Sour). And the food was truly incredible: we started with the Gruyere Gratin, then had the Trout a la Meunière and the crispy duck (a special). Classic French cuisine, and every item was delicious!.” - Tyler S.
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17.610 Magnolia

610 Magnolia Ave.
”What an unexpected gem of a restaurant in Louisville. Walking in, I loved the heavy curtains to separate the entrance from the dining area, it really creates an experience as you walk in. The service was perfect, attentive but also relaxed enough for you to enjoy the ambiance. The cocktails were creative and delicious. The food was amazing! Each of the flavors complimented the dish perfectly and I really enjoyed the freshness of each ingredient. ” - Jeska B.
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16.Seviche

1538 Bardstown Road
”Seviche is one of my top 10 favorite restaurants in Louisville. Aside from the fact that my husband and I had our first date here (we always dine there on our anniversary) we love the food and the outside patio dining area is one of the best places to people watch along Bardstown Road.” - Melinda W.
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15.Caffe Classico

2144 Frankfort Ave.
”Such a lovely restaurant. Great for a date night, or just a time to go and relax and enjoy company with a wonderful meal at this authentic European-style cafe. Best enjoyed if you're not in a rush. The menu offers everything from coffee and gelato to wine and excellent entrees. Personal favorite food items are the Belgian Pomme Frittes (crispy and served with some aioli dipping sauces) and the Choripan sandwich. Excellent quality especially considering the favorable prices. ” - Tyler S.
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14.Stoney River Steakhouse and Grill

3900 Summit Plaza Drive
”Stoney River Steakhouse offers an enjoyable ambience and is a classy upscale restaurant, perfect for date night. Will definitely want to make a reservation otherwise you will be waiting for quite a while on a Friday night. Servers were very professional and polite. Drinks were well crafted. My favorite was the Jackson Old Fashioned. The steak rolls were out of this world delicious. Will definitely be ordering again next time. The steak was incredible and prepared perfectly to my liking (medium rare). ” - Aaron M.
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13.Village Anchor

11507 Park Road
”My husband and I adore this spot! The food is absolutely decadent and for the price, it's decadent and perfectly prepared. We are always extremely satisfied with their food and drinks. Best shrimp and grits I have ever had, we've also tried the pork chop and their rendition of a hot brown,, amazing. We have sat upstairs and in the basement and the ambiance is cozy yet refined." - Belinda H.
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12.River House

3015 River Road
”Fabulous food combined with plenty of crafted cocktails, fine wine selection and over-the-top view of the Ohio River makes this place a special dining event. Not only seafood, raw bar and about 3-4 nightly specials, they serve steak, chops, vegetarian and creative side dishes.” - Charles W.
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11.Vincenzo’s

150 S. Fifth St.
”Vincenzo, you've outdone yourself! The atmosphere was romantic, complete with mood lighting and music. The service was excellent and ever attentive. The food was delicious, flavorful, and filling. We were delighted watching the food being cooked in front of us.” - Mikayla B.
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10.Bourbons Bistro

2255 Frankfort Ave.
”Iv been a few times over the years and I have to say it's a great little date spot especially on the patio next to the fireplace on a nice evening. We sat near the fireplace and had a nice glass of wine and started with a spectacular appetizer of Prince Edward Island mussels which were extraordinarily plump and a must try. My date had the Steak Frites which was cooked to perfection and well seasoned. I had the Chilean Salmon also cooked perfectly all in all the perfect night and great service. ” - Chad V.
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9.Brendon’s Catch 23

505 S. Fourth St.
”I had a whiskey sour that was really refreshing. We had a calamari app, shrimp scampi, large bowl of fries and ceasar salad. Service was pleasant and the food was really good. Great date night or guys/girls catch up venue.” - Reginald B.
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8.Mayan Cafe

813 E. Market St.
”Wow! Wowy wow wow! We just had the most fantastic experience at Mayan Cafe! Our server was so mellow yet so fantastically attentive. Not smothered yet completely attended to. The atmosphere is intimate, romantic, down to earth, and classy. I felt pampered and well fed. I love that the menu includes the farmers from whom they buy produce. ” - Rachel R..
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7.Wiltshire on Market

636 E. Market St.
2024 UPDATE: This location is now closed, but their Baxter cafe remains open.
”In my opinion, the best restaurant in the city. Menu is constantly changing and always unique. I am always challenged (in a good way) with new spices, vegetables, etc. that are rarely seen on other menus and are responsive to local availability of meats and produce. With the quality of the food and drinks, I've never felt like I've overpayed. Staff is incredibly nice and welcoming. The dining room is intimate and an ideal date spot.” - Alex
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6.Redlands Grill by J. Alexanders

102 Oxmoor Court
”A romantic atmosphere for a date and delicious food as well! If your wanting to splurge and impress someone this is the place. I always get the prime rib and it never lets me down! The service is always over the top and I hardly have to wait for seating. One of my favorite steak houses!.” - Meagan G.
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5.Volare

2300 Frankfort Ave.
”Imagine walking the streets of Florence, the sounds of violins floating dreamily through the air, and you stumble across a little gastro-pub with dim lighting and lovers cuddled close at tables speaking softly over candle light. This is the setting for Volare, a beautiful little Italian treasure on Frankfort Avenue. The setting is intimate, and the presentation is beautiful.” - Elle A.
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4. Jeff Ruby’s Steakhouse

325 W. Main St.
”Jeff Ruby's makes the best Lemon Drop and creamy mashed potatoes in Louisville. First off it you plan on going make sure you make reservations. They book up very fast, so call in advance. The bar is open to first come first serve. It is an upscale restaurant, so the prices are high but it's worth it. If you order sides they give you a lot, so you can share. I ordered the lobster tail, creamy mashed potatoes, and the classic creamed spinach.” - Brittany J.
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3.Jack Fry’s

1007 Bardstown Road
”Finally made it to Jack Fry's after living in Louisville for forever and never trying this staple restaurant. It was perfectly intimate with the low lighting and comfy booths. My husband and I came here for our anniversary on a Tuesday evening and I was surprised by how busy it was. We started with cocktails and the squid appetizer. For our main courses we had the pork chop and the summer pasta (I added the salmon on top). Everything was delicious!"- Olivia P.
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2.Grassa Gramma

2210 Holiday Manor Center
”It doesn't get much more grandiose than the way this place is styled. The whole establishment is jaw dropping. The service is impeccable. You feel like royalty here. We came for our anniversary and they have a nice surprise for you at the end.” - Oga I.
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1.Buck’s Restaurant

425 W. Ormbsy Ave.
”The ambiance is beautiful, charming and refined. Paired with the exquisite piano playing from Reggie, makes Buck's very imposing. Definitely the place to go when you want to impress that special person in your life. But at the same time it's a place that commands another visit when you just want some excellent food and drinks. ” - Ric W.
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