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Lobby Bar & Grill at the Brown Hotel, Louisville, KY

Lobby Bar & Grill at the Brown Hotel

4.6
4.6
1078 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 23 times today
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • 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.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • 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

Menu

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What 1,078 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Central Kentucky

    Contemporary American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Lobby Bar & Grill at the Brown Hotel offers a delightful dining experience characterized by "excellent service" and "wonderful ambiance." Guests rave about the iconic Hot Brown, which is "fabulous" and a must-try. The historic setting, enhanced by live piano music, adds charm to your visit, ensuring a memorable Louisville experience.

1,078 Reviews

  1. OpenTable Diner

    Louisville

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A great experience. Had a great time celebrating an early Thanksgiving.

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  2. Russ

    Louisville

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We.are semi a frequent visitors, usually after events at the nearby Palace and Brown theaters. The drinks, food, and service are unfailingly excellent.

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  3. Lagina

    Corpus Christi

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    We went there to have the Hot Brown and it was ok, I am not disappointed in it. The service was terrible and the “Derby Pie” that they raved about and said made by local bakery and best in the state…. Well it was the smallest piece of pie I’ve ever had in my life and no flavor. We brought it to our servers attention and he agreed and they still did nothing about it. My homemade Kentucky Derby pie is so better!

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  4. Philip

    Louisville

    30 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on November 16, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A must for fine dining in a classic metropolitan setting, especially over the holidays. We started with the farmers salad. My partners go to is the signature Hot Brown in their petite portion. I enjoyed the Rack of lamb. The food was excellent as always and served by our favorite waiter Rob. Be sure to ask for the Old English grill dining room if you prefer a more quiet atmosphere. The Lobby/Bar dining area can be a bit loud at times.

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  5. Anne

    Louisville

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The Original Hot Brown for which Louisville , and particularly The Brown Hotel is known was outstanding. No other rendition compares. Service was above and beyond.

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  6. Tim

    Atlantic City

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on November 13, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Classic fine dining in the old Brown Hotel . “Hot Brown” is the best.

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  7. Patricia

    Louisville

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 10, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Finally came to the city and tried the famous Hot Brown. It was wonderful!

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  8. JENNIFER

    Louisville

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 9, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful dinner at the Lobby Bar and Grill. The service was excellent. The atmosphere was so amazing. It’s like having a meal during the 1920s or 1940s. The food was excellent. Our server, Michelle, was very attentive and met all our needs. We will be back.

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  9. Laura

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 6, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful atmoshere! Live piano music, attentive and friendly waiters, delicious dining. All in a gorgeous historic hotel. Thanks for a special experience in Louisville.

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  10. Michael

    Las Vegas

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 6, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First off, great service by the entire staff as always. Rob E. our waiter was not just a great waiter but a great guy to talk with. Rob gets 5 stars! We don’t need a menu except for cocktails. Two made with Bourbon of course followed up by a couple of Hot Browns and in what better place than the home of the Hot Brown. No place in the country does it as good or even close. Derby Pie to close out the dinner and a little more conversation with Rob. He needs to be doing voice overs on the side!!! Not my first review and most likely not my last one of dinner at the Brown Hotel.

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Lobby Bar & Grill at the Brown Hotel is rated 4.6 stars by 1078 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 23 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
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