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The Fat Lamb, Louisville, KY

The Fat Lamb

4.8
4.8
1266 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 16 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
The Fat Lamb is a Mediterranean-inspired restaurant located in Louisville, Kentucky. It was opened in 2016 by Chef Dallas McGarity, who serves as the executive chef and owner. The restaurant is known for its focus on using locally sourced ingredients and for its unique combination of Mediterranean flavors with Southern influences. The menu at The Fat Lamb features a variety of small plates, entrees, and seasonal specials, and is known for its rotating selection of meats and seafood dishes. The restaurant also has a strong emphasis on wine and cocktail, featuring a curated list of wines that complement the Mediterranean cuisine. The Fat Lamb has been well-reviewed by critics and is considered to be one of the best restaurants in Louisville. It's widely known for its cozy and welcoming atmosphere, making it a popular spot for a romantic dinner or casual night out with friends.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary American, Farm-to-table
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (502) 409-7499
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Dallas McGarity
  • Catering
    We can do almost anything you would need for your special event and party based on almost any budget you would have. Our catering program is based on your needs.
  • Private party facilities
    We do off premise private events as well as restaurant buyouts. Please contact us at www.fatlamblouisville.com or call 502.409.7499 for more information.
  • Neighborhood
    Highlands - Bardstown Rd / Taylorsville Rd
  • Cross street
    Grinstead Dr and Bardstown Rd
  • Parking details
    We do have a small private lot that we share with 3 other businesses but there is also a ton of street parking in the area. It is a very walkable area of Louisville.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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Experiences

  • My Old Kentucky Home

    $125.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Feb 9, 2025 only
    6:00 PM
    We are hosting a 6-course dinner with Chef Christian Hunter and Chef Lawrence Weeks. These chefs are Kentucky natives making waves in the nation's culinary scene and they are both proud Kentuckians! Join us for a night of delicious food, cocktails, and lively conversation about their journey in the culinary world. Menu available on our website at www.fatlamblouisville.com
    My Old Kentucky Home Photo

What 1,266 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
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Louisville

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Fat Lamb offers a consistently outstanding dining experience with "amazing food" and "impeccable service." Diners rave about the "whipped feta appetizer" and "lamb meatballs," while the cocktails are praised for being "creative and wonderful." The restaurant's warm ambiance and professional staff make it a "must-visit" destination.

1,266 Reviews
  1. Kelli

    New York City

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Matty was awesome! Cocktails were incredible and the food was insanely good! The thoughtful birthday card was a great touch!

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  2. Dick

    VIP

    Louisville

    41 reviews

    5.0

    41 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and great service! One of the best restaurants in Louisville!

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  3. Katherine

    VIP

    Cleveland

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Exceptional food! We greatly enjoyed the unique & delicious salmon & gnocchi dishes. Will be back. Service was warm & flawless. We probably had the worst table, tucked in the back by the door & the bathrooms, it still worked!

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  4. Dirk

    Cincinnati

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always great service and excellent food! Recommend highly.

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  5. Sara

    VIP

    Louisville

    26 reviews

    5.0

    26 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Fabulous food, best restaurant meal I can remember! Delicious drinks. Will definitely return.

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  6. Danielle

    VIP

    Columbus

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was our second time and it was even better than the last. The service, drinks and food were ALL incredible. Can't wait to see you again!!

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  7. Brittany

    VIP

    Charlotte

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything ordered came out hot, flavorful, & fresh! I will be back to visit. It is pretty loud, so my infant babbling every once in a while didn't bother anyone. I ordered the gnocchi & it was the best I've had. PERIOD.

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  8. Tracy

    Western KY

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Every item we ordered was a 10/10 and there were several other items on the menu that we still need to go back and try! The brussels sprouts are amazing, so are the meatballs. Short ribs and cioppino were my favorite! Em was our server and she was great! We cannot wait to go back and try the rest of the menu.

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  9. Michele

    Cincinnati

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My second time and it was just as good as the first. Highly recommend!

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  10. Michael

    VIP

    Louisville

    80 reviews

    5.0

    80 reviews

    Dined on January 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Another great experience. Enjoyed the crab and artichoke spaghetti pasta dish (a special), while my wife enjoyed the cioppino (always a favorite). The Fat Lamb remains one of our favorite dinner locations for its consistently great-tasting menu choices and solid service.

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FAQs

The Fat Lamb offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (502) 409-7499.

The Fat Lamb is rated 4.8 stars by 1266 OpenTable diners.

The Fat Lamb does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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 16 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for The Fat Lamb

2011 Grinstead Dr, Louisville, KY 40204

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Grinstead Dr and Bardstown Rd
  • Neighborhood
    Highlands - Bardstown Rd / Taylorsville Rd
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary American, Farm-to-table
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    We do have a small private lot that we share with 3 other businesses but there is also a ton of street parking in the area. It is a very walkable area of Louisville.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Dallas McGarity
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (502) 409-7499
  • Catering
    We can do almost anything you would need for your special event and party based on almost any budget you would have. Our catering program is based on your needs.
  • Private party facilities
    We do off premise private events as well as restaurant buyouts. Please contact us at www.fatlamblouisville.com or call 502.409.7499 for more information.
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