Lobby Bar & Grill at the Brown Hotel

4.7

1141 Reviews

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

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2 people

Feb 25, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 20 times today

Good for special occasions
Charming
Fancy

Come enjoy the historic lobby of The Brown Hotel in our Lobby Bar and Grill. Contemporary cuisine meets historic opulence at The Brown Hotel’s spectacularly beautiful, and classic lobby setting. A popular spot for the next generation of Louisville merrymakers, this glamorous, gilded space balances its history with modern touches and sophisticated tastes. Our menu includes a mix of classic and contemporary dishes, but our signature Hot Brown is rated as Kentucky's most popular dish. Enjoy our Hot Brown, and other signature items with a classic Old Fashion. Our bar features well-crafted cocktails and an highly rated bourbon menu. Finish your experience with Louisville's original dessert, the Derby pie.

Reservations are for the Lobby Bar and Grill.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary American
Hours of operation
Bar Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–12:00 am Fri–Sun 3:00 pm–12:00 am Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(502) 583-1234
Website
https://www.brownhotel.com/dining/lobby-bar
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
335 W Broadway, Louisville, KY 40202
Neighborhood
Downtown Louisville
Cross street
Parking: Paid Self-Parking in the connected, city garage.
Parking details
Self Parking in the connected, city garage. Valet parking available by the Brown Hotel staff.
Public transit
On the corner of 4th and Broadway.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

What 1,141 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.6Service
4.8Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Central Kentucky
Contemporary American
Louisville
Best Ambiance

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Lobby Bar & Grill at the Brown Hotel offers a "beautiful setting" with "exceptional service." Guests praise the iconic Hot Brown, "excellent cocktails," and live piano music that enhances the "historic ambiance." Although some note occasional service hiccups, the dining experience is often described as "wonderful" and worth revisiting.

1,141 Reviews

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David
VIP
Alabama
24 reviews
5.0
24 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a wonderful experience. Our server, Chris, was very attentive and helpful. The crab dip, filet, and salmon salad were all excellent. The dining room is beautiful.
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Russell
Louisville
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our meal was superb and the bill was surprisingly low.
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Fred
Louisville
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Really good only they should use a better roll for their burgers
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Bonnie
VIP
Louisville
21 reviews
5.0
21 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Dinner in the beautiful Lobby Bar is a wonderful experience. The food and service were outstanding. $$$$ but worth it!
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Dawn
VIP
Indiana
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on February 16, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The decor was a fabulous backdrop for a lovely meal. The hot brown and filet were excellent. We enjoyed the pianist and the convenient parking. There was a spot to charge the hybrid vehicle which was a bonus. Exceptional service!
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Janet
New York City
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on February 16, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The ambiance is good, the service (Chris) EXCELLENT, the meat dishes great, but the vegetarian offerings are not so great. I'd like better, more choices - and not just high card pasta dishes. Still I get by with the not at all imaginative hummus plate. I love The Brown and will certainly return.
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Brandon
Indiana
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent atmosphere. Service was excellent. All staff were friendly and inviting. Food was perfect. The restaurant was busy, but my wife and I could still carry on a normal conversation.
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Michael
VIP
Cincinnati
8 reviews
2.0
8 reviews
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
The service and atmosphere is incredible. But the food. Even off the special valentines menu was so lacking. The crab dip was like Cambell’s cream of chicken with. Crab meat. So disappointed with the food on every level. The French onion soup had no crust. The scallops looked like they were garnished from a buffet bar. It was very lack luster. The music from the piano bar was worthy. The cocktails where decent to above average
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Ray
Louisville
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Definitely a dinning experience absolutely delighted!
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Eric
Louisville
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
Great food. Very well prepared. Tasted great. Very good desert. Service was very poor. We had a reservation but still waited. Table was ready but no one told us. Very slow. Drinks took forever. Entrees took over an hour. No place to hang up coats. People don't dress up much there. Customers were pretty slovenly. Guess it was a Friday night and Valentines Day. Give them another chance.
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Lobby Bar & Grill at the Brown Hotel is rated 4.7 stars by 1141 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people

Feb 25, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 20 times today

Google Map for Lobby Bar & Grill at the Brown Hotel

335 W Broadway, Louisville, KY 40202

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Parking: Paid Self-Parking in the connected, city garage.
Neighborhood
Downtown Louisville
Hours of operation
Bar Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–12:00 am Fri–Sun 3:00 pm–12:00 am Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Self Parking in the connected, city garage. Valet parking available by the Brown Hotel staff.
Public transit
On the corner of 4th and Broadway.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.brownhotel.com/dining/lobby-bar
Phone number
(502) 583-1234

Lobby Bar & Grill at the Brown Hotel

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Popular dishes

Shrimp and Grits

Steak Frites

Center Cut Filet Mignon

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What 1,141 people are saying

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