North of Bourbon

Name: North of Bourbon
Address: 935 Goss Ave, Louisville, KY, United States, 40217-1268
Telephone: (502) 749-3305
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.8

4.8

299 Reviews

$31 to $50

Creole / Cajun / Southern

Top tags:

The Bourbon experience
Blending Bourbon, Louisville, and New Orleans into a unique Southern experience.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Oct 1, 2023

7:30 p.m.

Booked 4 times today

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Creole / Cajun / Southern, American
Hours of Operation
Tue–Thu 11:30 am–12:00 am Fri, Sat 11:30 am–1:00 am Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm
Phone number
(502) 749-3305
Website
https://www.northofbourbon.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress Code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Lawrence Weeks

Location
935 Goss Ave, Louisville, KY 40217-1268
Neighbourhood
Germantown
Parking Details
Street Parking
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

House Dry-Aged Beef Steak
45 day minimum ky american wagyu, accompaniments
Grilled Pork CollarUS$35.00
3d valley pork, coconut curry maque choux, "the funk" sauce, coconut gremolata, lime
Chicken ClemenceauUS$30.00
roasted chicken leg quarter, brabant potatoes, button mushroom, peas, pickled strawberry, white wine butter sauce
Mushroom MeuniereUS$19.00
frondosa farms trumpet, oyster, and button mushrooms, white wine glaze, fine herbs, crispy garlic
CharcuterieUS$24.00
chef's whim two meats and two cheeses, house preserves, bourbon mustard, candied pecans, house pickles, blue dog baguette
Spicy Shrimp Lettuce WrapsUS$22.00
pickled royal red shrimp, anson mills carolina rice, local butter lettuce, southern kimchi, tempura flake, benne, cilantro, scallion
Oysters*US$4.00
chef's whim, accompaniments
Oysters & ChampagneUS$55.00
one dozen oysters, four high life ponies
Delta Wet SaladUS$10.00
gem lettuce, smoked tomato, cucumber, red wine vinaigrette
Mirliton CaesarUS$11.00
vegan caesar dressing, black garlic bread crumbs, vegan parmesan
Buttermilk SaladUS$12.00
local lettuces, buttermilk dressing, tomato, cucumber, croutons, benne seed
Wedge SaladUS$15.00
bleu goddess dressing, mimi's smoked bleu, crispy tasso, scallion, smoked tomato, pickled red onion, bleu goddess dressing
Pork Boudin BallsUS$13.00
creole mustard aioli, spicy pickles, scallion
Peppered Catfish NuggetsUS$19.00
ky catfish, cornmeal crust, house tiger sauce, creole mustard aioli
Limpin' SusanUS$15.00
roasted okra, ginger, garlic, anson mills carolina gold rice, cilantro, benne seed
Crab Rice DressingUS$22.00
lump crab, crab roe butter, jalapeño-basil cream, bacon sofrito, mustard greens, cilantro, lime
Chicken & Sausage GumboUS$20.00
ky proud chicken, stonecross farms andouille sausage, okra, mustard potato salad
Shrimp YakameinUS$26.00
gulf shrimp sausage, local spaghetti, louisiana chili crisp, scallion, crispy onion, shrimp broth, soft egg

Shareable Sides

Salted Watermelon & Sunflower SaladUS$8.00
Potato Wedges & Jalapeño Dukes Mayo
Anson Mills Carolina Gold Rice
Anson Mills Cheese Grits
Mac N Cheese
Mustard Potato Salad
Collard Greens

Soda

$3 - 8oz bottle

Coke
Diet Coke
Sprite

Iced Tea

$3 sweet or unsweetened

Seasonal Infused Tea
With homemade simple syrup. Refills available

Desserts

Fried Plantain Bananas FosterUS$12.00
Pecan PralinesUS$8.00
Creole Cream Cheese CheesecakeUS$10.00
Sweet Potato CalaUS$8.00

What 299 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.9Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Central Kentucky
Best Food
Central Kentucky
Best Ambience
Central Kentucky
Innovative
Central Kentucky
Neighbourhood gem
Central Kentucky
Lively
Louisville
Best Overall
Louisville
Best Food
Louisville
Best Ambience
Louisville
Best Value
Louisville
Innovative
Louisville
Neighbourhood gem
Louisville
Lively

299 Reviews

KC
KirstenC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
For a weekend night I highly recommend a reservation. We were there on a Saturday night and were so glad we did as the place was packed! The cocktails we tried were well made and delicious, the food was fresh and tasty. Not a large choice for the dinner entries but they had a nice assortment. My only critique was that I thought potato salad in the gumbo was a bit odd. I personally would have preferred rice. But that is just a personal preference. The service was attentive and the young lady was friendly and able to answer all of our questions. I would recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for a small, intimate place
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MichelleB
Louisville
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing food and atmosphere. 4 people are, drank, and had desert for $180 plus tip
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AmandaWest
Louisville
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service4ambience5
We chose to have a nice early meal there for our anniversary. The staff made us feel very special for our event!! They went above and beyond for us!
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NicholeD
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious food, exceptional service, great vibes and dog friendly patio!!!
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Richmond
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Outstanding experience with great ambience, service, food and great selection of bourbons and cocktails
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AmyR
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a wonderful dinner, and their bourbon selection was outstanding.
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alexandras
Louisville
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on September 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
My husband and I's favorite restaurant in the area. It's always outstanding. The attention to detail and the level of the quality of the food is unmatched in Louisville. LOVE this place. The staff is awesome, decor is beautiful and food is 10/10.
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MariaS
Louisville
3 reviews
vip
2.0
3 reviews
Dined on September 22, 2023
overall2food2service3ambience3
The restaurant upon first entering is very cool and has a hip vibe. If you don't have a reservation in a barrel or are willing to sit at the bar I would skip. I didn't think menu was great but that is personal opinion. Their wine list is small but their prices were very reasonable.
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StanleyD
Charlotte
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on September 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
It’d been a while since dining here. My initial experience was very good but it took a bit to return. This dining experience was exceptional. We were fortunate enough to be offered a barrel booth after they had a cancellation and it was just an excellent seat. We started with cocktails which were inventive , delicious and beautiful. We had a sampling of raw and baked oysters which were the best I’ve had in Louisville. All of our shareable and entrees were excellent. The porchetta special was one of the best dishes I’ve had in some time. The staff were all friendly, knowledgeable and enthusiastic. Brad, the head of bar services, stopped by and gave us some insight on the restaurant and was a delight. This is one of the best restaurants in town and I’ll be returning soon and taking everyone I know.
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KarenM
Los Angeles
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on September 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
What a fantastic dining experience! From sitting in the giant bourbon barrels, to being served the most interesting and delightful cocktails from Angie to the extraordinary food -- it was yet another foodie find in Louisville. This chef is going places...if I lived here it would be in my top 5
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Lilkli
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Outstanding experience! Every dish was prepared to perfection. The staff were knowledgeable and service was superb. The space is elegant but not stuffy. Very well done.
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paull
Nashville
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on September 16, 2023
overall5food5service2ambience5
Great food. We loved the authentic New Orleans tastes in KY!
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Robert
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
First time trying this place and I was blown away! Food was outstanding and the drinks were perfection. Service staff was friendly, attentive and very efficient. Owners were active and ensuring customer satisfaction. Highly recommend.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Louisville
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
I would like to be a regular at this establishment
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AllenF
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Sunday brunch was wonderful! The jazz duo played beautifully. The drinks were great and the food was fantastic! We will be back for dinner.
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ThomasG
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
This is probably one of the best restaurants in Louisville right now. I recommend this place to anyone trying to decide where to eat.
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CayenneC
Louisville
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 3, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Such a great experience. Service was great, food was phenomenal. Definitely recommend the mini biscuits and gravy. There was also live music during Sunday brunch that was a nice added touch. 10/10 recommend
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Louisville
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on August 29, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The service was wonderful. The food was so good! It was definitely worth the treat! I enjoyed every bit of it and can’t wait to be back
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Luv2eat
Louisville
175 reviews
vip
5.0
175 reviews
Dined on August 29, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything I’ve tried has been delicious, especially, the burger & shrimp & grits! It’s a small and intimate restaurant, reminding me of New Orleans! Angie has taken care of me each time. She’s lovely? Thank you. 🤗
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MT
MTandWC
Louisville
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on August 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Menu rotates regularly, cocktails are fierce and the food is always fabulous
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Kathyk
Houston
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on August 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Absolutely LOVED this restaurant. I’d heard great reviews of this restaurant but was a little hesitant as I am not a huge Creole food fan. However, everything we ordered was absolutely delicious. The food has a lot of Southern influence along with a some Creole, so it was not only delicious but also very interesting. We will definitely go back. Additionally, the host along with our waitress were both very attentive, helpful and just plain nice. We enjoyed them so much. And, to top the evening off, the chef stopped by our table and visited for a few minutes. Such a nice young man and a wonderful chef. The booths inside the large bourbon barrels truly helped muffle the noise level so that was not an issue, which unfortunately, it is for most restaurants in Louisville. My advice: “Run don’t walk to dine at North of Bourbon”.
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OpenTable Diner
Nashville
18 reviews
vip
5.0
18 reviews
Dined on August 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great spot, cozy atmosphere, solid food. The bartender was amazing and courteous. He had great knowledge of drinks and menu. The vibe was the best. Small and personal. Will be back
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MikeS
Louisville
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on August 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Bartenders are fantastic, food was spot on. Will continue to visit.
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SM
SusanM
Indiana
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on August 19, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
Great service. Drinks are unique with great flavors. Menu is unmatched in Louisville.
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Crazytoeat
Louisville
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on August 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great local restaurant! Will be back! Weekly if I can get a reservation!😊
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deea
Louisville
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on August 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Never disappoints! Absolutely the best service and sparkling but not fussy ambiance with simply outstanding food - the po' boy at lunch unmatched outside of NOLA!!!! Recommend lunch when more laid back, evenings more crowded but fun. The drinks are top-notch! Make a reservation and enjoy!
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Michael
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fun atmosphere and delicious food. We tried pretty much everything and enjoyed the unique flavors. So many delicious shareable plates.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Louisville
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on August 11, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
From the creative and effervescent cocktails to the interestingly composed and artfully flavored food, our experience at North of Bourbon was truly memorable. The true pièce de résistance of our evening was our world class bartender and server Lauren - her attentiveness, attention to detail, perfect coursing, and ability to connect with her guests, is truly unmatched.
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JillS
Louisville
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 8, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience4
I'm from Cajun country (far southeast Texas, just over the Sabine River from Louisiana) and the boudin balls are delicious -- as good as mine -- as was the crab rice. And, I learned about cala which I'd never heard of before. This delectable dessert is soooo good! The cost is a bit on the pricey side - this is definitely a special-occasion, once-in-awhile place for me - but the food and atmosphere are definitely worth it!
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ReuxTheDay
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on August 5, 2023
overall1food1service3ambience3
The food was terribly salty. For what it was very inexpensive food they sure don't give you very much. My gumbo had a few threads of chicken a couple slices of andouille sausage and some okra ends in a sad brown puddle that was billed as a reux... I wouldn't serve that to my guests. The catfish was oily and not well fried. I mean it was embarrassing. A waste of money. Not Cajun Creole at all.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 4, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food, service, and cocktails. Creative Cajun cuisine that made me miss my old friend NOLA.
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sariecarr
Louisville
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on August 2, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
What an incredibly delicious meal! Every dish we tried was amazing. Our server was excellent! She was well informed with the menu, attentive and a delight to meet. We will be back!
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OpenTable Diner
Louisville
18 reviews
5.0
18 reviews
Dined on August 1, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
We dined on a Tuesday at 5 so the noise level was very minimal. We were also able to sit in one of the bourbon tables. The server, Bri was very attentive and knowledgeable. The food was very delicious. We had the Wedge and Ceasar salads to start and the Boudin Balls, yummy! My husband had the Crab Rice Stuffing which he enjoyed and we shared the Cheese Grits and Wedges. Both very delicious.
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JustinW
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 29, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
As full of culinary greats that Louisville is. This is a great spin and match for any in the region. Excellent all the way around. We will be back for years!
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JamesB
Louisville
23 reviews
5.0
23 reviews
Dined on July 28, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
North of Bourbon never disappoints! The staff is friendly and welcoming! Our servers knowledge of the specials and the menu were impressive. She gave great food and drink suggestions. We met friends there and it was their first time visiting North. By the time dinner was over and the drinks were done, they were already planning another visit to enjoy the food, service and ambiance again! As always well done North of Bourbon!
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JasonR
Indiana
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We enjoyed the food and drinks. Service was great. The ambiance was energetic and comfortable.
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OpenTable Diner
Pittsburgh
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 22, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
Great service. Kitchen can be a little faster. Our meal tasted wonderful but it came out in parts.
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JadeM
Indiana
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing service, amazing food, amazing drinks and the best staff/ownership!
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MollyG
Louisville
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Chef Lawrence always impresses!! From the food to the service to the atmosphere, everything was impeccable!
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SilasH
Louisville
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on July 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent meal. One of the best I've had in a long time. Everything was absolutely delicious, beautifully presented. The ambience was joyful and pleasing. Everyone in the restaurant seemed happy. We cannot recommend this restaurant highly enough. Phenomenal.
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Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitising
- Surfaces sanitised between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitised menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitiser or wipes provided for customers
Physical distancing
- Distancing maintained in common areas

Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

North of Bourbon is rated 4.8 stars by 299 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Oct 1, 2023

7:30 p.m.

Booked 4 times today

935 Goss Ave, Louisville, KY 40217-1268

Dining areas

Additional information

Neighbourhood
Germantown
Hours of Operation
Tue–Thu 11:30 am–12:00 am Fri, Sat 11:30 am–1:00 am Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm
Cuisines
Creole / Cajun / Southern, American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress Code
Casual Dress
Parking Details
Street Parking
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Lawrence Weeks
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.northofbourbon.com/
Phone number
(502) 749-3305

North of Bourbon

Make a reservation

Dining areas

Additional information

Oysters

Catfish & Grits

Shrimp Yakamein

Main

House Dry-Aged Beef Steak

Grilled Pork CollarUS$35.00

Chicken ClemenceauUS$30.00

Mushroom MeuniereUS$19.00

CharcuterieUS$24.00

Spicy Shrimp Lettuce WrapsUS$22.00

Oysters*US$4.00

Oysters & ChampagneUS$55.00

Delta Wet SaladUS$10.00

Mirliton CaesarUS$11.00

Buttermilk SaladUS$12.00

Wedge SaladUS$15.00

Pork Boudin BallsUS$13.00

Peppered Catfish NuggetsUS$19.00

Limpin' SusanUS$15.00

Crab Rice DressingUS$22.00

Chicken & Sausage GumboUS$20.00

Shrimp YakameinUS$26.00

Shareable Sides

Salted Watermelon & Sunflower SaladUS$8.00

Potato Wedges & Jalapeño Dukes Mayo

Anson Mills Carolina Gold Rice

Anson Mills Cheese Grits

Mac N Cheese

Mustard Potato Salad

Collard Greens

Soda

Coke

Diet Coke

Sprite

Iced Tea

Seasonal Infused Tea

Desserts

Fried Plantain Bananas FosterUS$12.00

Pecan PralinesUS$8.00

Creole Cream Cheese CheesecakeUS$10.00

Sweet Potato CalaUS$8.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Cleaning & sanitising

Physical distancing

Screening

FAQs

How is North of Bourbon restaurant rated?

Is North of Bourbon currently accepting bookings?

Make a reservation

Dining areas

Additional information