Jack Fry's
American Restaurant and Music Venue$$$$
Cherokee Triangle, Louisville
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"their shrimp and grits or risk"(3 Tips)
"The warm brie salad is as classic as the setting itself."(2 Tips)
"The best lamb chops in the city, hands down."(3 Tips)
"Love the snapper and the fried oysters are amazing."(2 Tips)
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Balachandar DuraiswamyDecember 2, 2017Great place to dine in. Me and my wife went to celebrate our 1 month anniversary. Table was decorated by them and we got a free desert too !!! I loved their salmon !! You gotta try it !
EaterJanuary 8, 2014If this clubby traditional American restaurant were any more quintessential Louisville, diners would eat on a thoroughbred while brandishing a baseball bat and quoting Muhammad Ali. [Eater 18 Member]
Daniel BarnettOctober 19, 2014Un-be-freakn-leavable. If you like yourself, try their shrimp and grits or risk spending your remaining days on this planet in deep dark regret. Duck confit and lamb were perfect.
ConnorJanuary 22, 2016This place is legit. The filet was done perfectly. The pudding at the end was like a delicious caramel flan. One of the best meals I've ever had. Excellent! Live music! Tons of bourbon!
Joshua Scott-LewisApril 27, 2018I come sit @ the bar for the warm brie salad, shrimp and grits, and a drink like 1 to every other month for lunch. Enjoy the atmosphere. A big kudos to the bar-temptress Vanessa.
Marie La RueNovember 28, 2021Classic atmosphere. Tenderloin is top notch and cooked to perfection. Loved the Piano player. For special occasions or just a great time.
Jackson LandgrabbDecember 7, 2019Was there two days ago never heard of this place a friend invited me and I was greatly surprised the food was so good the staff treated you like you were at home I didn’t want to leave
Eric RothMarch 24, 2013This is the epitome of Louisville hospitality & charm. A trio plays the in the corner. The wait staff has perfect delivery. The Lamb is sublime. The orange dreamsicle pie has pop rocks. Perfect
Ashley KirtonMay 6, 2016Ordered the salmon and was absolutely delicious and cooked perfectly. The live music was great as well! Very romantic atmosphere.
Tadeusz TietzeMarch 7, 2018Great traditional atmosphere, live jazz band, great service. Spicy fried oysters with grits were sublime.
I had the chicken sandwich for lunch, it was excellent. The accompanying fries were super!
Theodore KimDecember 1, 2011Great food, some of the best in Louisville in my opinion. Big fan of their steaks and bar food.- Danny PayneNovember 30, 2017Love the snapper and the fried oysters are amazing. Great atmosphere and staff is terrific!
Metromix LouisvilleMarch 28, 2012Opened in 1933 and named after a local character infamous for gambling, horses and boxing, Jack Fry's is a four-star restaurant in the heart of the Highlands. Read more
Lewis ChiltonNovember 21, 2011Living in California, I still dream of this place. Shrimp & grits, tomato artichoke soup (lunch only) and everything else ... plus the best atmosphere of any place ... Louisville's best period.
Welcome to CollegeMarch 2, 2011If you are looking for a fantastic dinner spot in Louisville after your college visits, this is your spot! Amazing menu and service will leave you telling everyone you know about this spot!
Shelly JoJune 12, 2012This place is amazing. I came based on the good reviews, now I have to leave one. Food, drinks, atmosphere are all fantastic.
louisville.comFebruary 1, 2012"No matter how many times we eat at this local institution, we can't get enough of the speakeasy vibe, or the old black-and-white photographs on the walls, or the shrimp and grits, or..."
POULET ROUGE FERMIER 24.00All natural, free range half chicken brinedwith honey and herbs. Roasted with springvegetables, candied walnuts, crème fraîcheand a reduced chicken jus.
The seared scallops with truffle oil are the best I've ever had!
Rebecca MazzaDecember 7, 2018I don’t agree with other reviews that this place is a must in Louisville. Food and service were average and tables are too close together
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Jack Fry's
1007 Bardstown Rd (Btw Highland Ave. & Hepburn Ave.)
Louisville, KY 40204
United States
Louisville, KY 40204
United States
Closed until 5:30 PM (Show more)
- Mon–Thu
- 11:00 AM–2:30 PM
- 5:30 PM–11:00 PM
- Fri
- 11:00 AM–2:30 PM
- 5:30 PM–Midnight
- Sat
- 5:30 PM–Midnight
- Sun
- 5:30 PM–10:00 PM
(502) 452-9244
Features
Reservations
Yes
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. American Express)
Outdoor Seating
No
Music
Live Music
Food & Drink
Menus
Lunch, Dinner
Drinks
Full Bar, Cocktails
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- 8.6
"They have a great selection of bourbons, including some hard-to-find bottles. The food is up to the challenge of the spirits. Service is solid. What more would you want?"
Bobby Roe - 7.9
"The wedge fries are unbelievable as well as the pulled pork spring rolls! You can't go wrong with either one. ENJOY!!!"
Jessica Winters - 7.4
"Entire menu looks amazing. We sampled the octopus, bone marrow, and short rib. Everything tastes great. Bourbon and Coke tasted awesome too (made with Mexican Coke!)"
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