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Proof on Main, Louisville, KY

Proof on Main

4.6
4.6
3741 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 33 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Innovative
  • Great for creative cocktails
The ingredients in our menus reflect the region’s sustainable farmers and producers with a soulful and honest approach showcasing the bounty of the Ohio River Valley. Housed in five historic buildings in downtown Louisville, Proof on Main is part of 21c Museum Hotels, the award-winning boutique hotel and restaurant group. The dining room is one of the most striking public spaces in the city, with rotating, contemporary art exhibitions by local and internationally-acclaimed artists alike.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–10:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 8:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Wed, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (502) 217-6360
  • Website
    http://www.proofonmain.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Cody Stone
  • Catering
    Catering is provided by Proof on Main and the culinary team can prepare a menu specifically tailored to fit your needs. The menu works to showcase the agricultural bounty of the Ohio River Valley and celebrates artisanal products and sustainable farming, delivering plates rich with the culinary traditions of Italy and the American South.
  • Private party facilities
    Private dining is available for groups 10-150. The private room in Proof on Main can accommodate up to 24 and our art gallery space within the 21c Museum Hotel can seat 150 and host a reception for up to 300.
  • Location
    702 W. Main Street, Louisville, KY 40202
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown Louisville
  • Cross street
    7th Street
  • Parking details
    Parking begins after 5:00pm and is $8 for valet. There is also garage parking available at 7th and Market.
  • Entertainment
    Adjacent to Proof on Main is the 21c Museum, North America's first museum dedicated solely to collecting and exhibiting contemporary art of the 21st century. With over 9000 square feet of exhibition space, 21c Museum hosts dynamic group and solo exhibitions featuring emerging artists alongside acclaimed international artists, such as video artists Bill Viola and Tony Oursler, photographers Andres Serrano, Sam Taylor Wood, and David Leventhal, sculptors Yinka Shonibare and Judy Fox, and multimedia artists Chuck Close, Alfredo Jaar, and Kara Walker.The Museum is free and open to the public, 24/7.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

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What 3,741 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Central Kentucky

    Innovative

  • Louisville

    Innovative

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Proof on Main captivates with its eclectic, artistic atmosphere and creative menu offerings. Patrons frequently praise its "culinary excellence" and "wonderful service." Highlights include the charred octopus, asparagus toast, and inventive cocktails. While experiences vary, the unique ambiance and dedication to quality make it a standout in Louisville's dining scene.

3,741 Reviews

  1. OpenTable Diner

    New York City

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely place to have Thanksgiving dinner. This was the first year we didn’t cook and we really enjoyed coming to a place that had all the great fixings. Just delicious.

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  2. Peter

    New York City

    3 reviews

    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Disappointed in Thanksgiving meal. Turkey dry, Brussel sprouts very salty. Salad good but one plate for two people lacking.

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  3. Mary

    Columbus

    8 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I usually love Proof on Main and have gone there on Thanksgiving twice before. This year's menu was fine but nothing special. Each of the sides were good, but nothing I could not make better at home. The dessert course was particularly disappointing. There was a pumpkin bar that was good with the cream, but there not much cream. A dollop would be a good description and the entire thing needed the cream, not just the corner. There was also a small cherry/cranberry "cobbler" and I would think of it more as a cherry/cranberry compote (maybe ) with some crumble on top. A weird choice since cranberry sauce was served as part of the meal. It was good but not high end restaurant good. Then there were two over baked cookies that I did not even try, as they looked very dry. My husband said they were poor. I never before felt like Proof on Main seemed like a hotel restaurant until today. Hope they work on the dessert menu for next Thanksgiving. The service was very good, as usual and I love the look of the restaurant. To me, the highlight of the menu was the cornbread muffins with butter and molasses. It was the best cornbread I have had but I foolishly only ate half of a muffin to save room for dessert.

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  4. Kelly

    Louisville

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on November 20, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server was excellent, food was delicious. Great experience overall.
    Proof on MainResponded 5 days ago
    Thanks for the five star review Kelly! Super glad to hear that your experience with us was a great one! We appreciate you taking time out of your day to let us know how we are preforming. We look forward to dining with you again soon! -Proof On Main

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  5. Joshua

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 19, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    What a menu! Make sure to start with the amuse bouche, the mini arancini was perfect. The mushrooms appetizer is unlike any I've had; warm, cold, crispy, umami, tangy, creamy. The trout was warm and briney but offset by a beautiful char on the skin. Fantastic dining experience, exceptional vibes. Can't wait to come back next time I'm in Lousiville.
    Proof on MainResponded 5 days ago
    Thanks for the five star review Joshua! We really appreciate you taking time to let us know how we are doing. We work really hard on our menus and are always super excited to hear that its being noticed. We can't wait to dine with you again soon! -Proof On Main

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  6. Karen

    Minneapolis

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 18, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food and service! We thoroughly enjoyed our meal. The restaurant was conveniently located, walking distance from our hotel on Main Street in downtown Louisville.
    Proof on MainResponded 5 days ago
    Thanks so much for the five star review Karen! We really appreciate you giving us some feedback about how we are preforming. We look forward to dining with you again soon! -Proof On Main

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Houston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 18, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a great experience at the restaurant. The octopus was delicious.
    Proof on MainResponded on November 18, 2024
    Thanks so much for the five star review! We would have to agree that the octopus is delicious, its one of the most popular items on our menu even! Thanks so much for taking time to let us know how your experience went here at Proof on Main. We look forward to dining with you again soon! -Proof On Main

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  8. Jane

    New York City

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing funky decor and visual experience. Excellent food. Highly recommend
    Proof on MainResponded on November 18, 2024
    Thank you so much for the five star review Jane! One of the perks of being here is getting to be surrounded with funky decor and we are happy you were able to come and experience that with us! We appreciate you taking time to let us know how everything went. We look forward to dining with you again soon! -Proof On Main

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  9. Susan

    Mississippi

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on November 16, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful food. We loved the menu and waitress was great
    Proof on MainResponded on November 18, 2024
    Thank you so much for the five star review Susan! Super glad to hear you loved the menu and our staff. We try really hard to make every experience a five star experience and I am thrilled to hear that you felt that! We look forward to dining with you again soon! -Proof on Main

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  10. Amy

    New York City

    7 reviews

    3.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on November 12, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Food came out way too quickly and everything was very salty / over seasoned. Bar was backed up so cocktails didn’t arrive till after we finished our apps. $65 steak was pricey considering the size. Overall, Maybe it was an off night. Otherwise fail to see what makes this place special. Staff was nice however.
    Proof on MainResponded on November 18, 2024
    Thank you for sharing your experience with us Amy. We genuinely value your feedback, as it helps us pinpoint areas for improvement. I’m sorry to learn that we fell short in executing your restaurant experience. We strive to meet the expectations of all our guests at 21c and Proof on Main, and I regret that we didn’t meet our usual standards in your case. Please know that we take your comments seriously as we work to enhance our services. If you’d like to discuss your experience further, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We hope to have the chance to serve you better in the future. -Proof On Main

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Proof on Main is rated 4.6 stars by 3741 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 33 times today
Google Map for Proof on Main

702 W. Main Street, Louisville, KY 40202

Additional information

  • Cross street
    7th Street
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown Louisville
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–10:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 8:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Wed, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Parking begins after 5:00pm and is $8 for valet. There is also garage parking available at 7th and Market.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Cody Stone
  • Entertainment
    Adjacent to Proof on Main is the 21c Museum, North America's first museum dedicated solely to collecting and exhibiting contemporary art of the 21st century. With over 9000 square feet of exhibition space, 21c Museum hosts dynamic group and solo exhibitions featuring emerging artists alongside acclaimed international artists, such as video artists Bill Viola and Tony Oursler, photographers Andres Serrano, Sam Taylor Wood, and David Leventhal, sculptors Yinka Shonibare and Judy Fox, and multimedia artists Chuck Close, Alfredo Jaar, and Kara Walker.The Museum is free and open to the public, 24/7.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.proofonmain.com/
  • Phone number
    (502) 217-6360
  • Catering
    Catering is provided by Proof on Main and the culinary team can prepare a menu specifically tailored to fit your needs. The menu works to showcase the agricultural bounty of the Ohio River Valley and celebrates artisanal products and sustainable farming, delivering plates rich with the culinary traditions of Italy and the American South.
  • Private party facilities
    Private dining is available for groups 10-150. The private room in Proof on Main can accommodate up to 24 and our art gallery space within the 21c Museum Hotel can seat 150 and host a reception for up to 300.
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