Restaurants

For those staying the weekend, here are some recommended restaurants within walking distance from 21c. The 21c has a great restaurant, Proof on Main, which I would normally recommend but they will be doing the catering for the reception. Their bar is great for guests who want a chance to grab a cocktail and some small plates at any time during their stay. Room service is also available.

Luigi's Pizzeria
ADDRESS: 712 W. Main Street, about a block from 21c
PHONE: (502) 589-0005
PRICE: $
HOURS: Mon - Fri 7 am to 5pm, Sat 11 - 3pm, Closed Sundays
WEBSITE: www.luigispizzeria.com

Great pizza by the slice and calzones but they also serve gourmet pasta dishes, paninis, and even breakfast options!! Ideal for a quick and easy lunch. They also delivery and carry out orders.

Los Aztecas
ADDRESS: 530 W. Main Street, about two blocks from 21c
PHONE:(502) 561-8535
PRICE: $
HOURS: Mon - Thu 11am to 10pm, Fri - Sat noon to 11, Sun noon to 9
WEBSITE: www.losaztecas.net

Your average mexican family restaurant. It gets very crowded around lunchtime on workdays but it's easy to get a table for lunch on Saturdays and Sundays. Great margaritas!

Bistro 301
ADDRESS: 301 W. Market Street, about five blocks from 21c
PHONE: (502) 584-8337
PRICE: $$
HOURS: lunch served Mon - Fri 10 am to 4 pm, dinner served Mon - Sat from 4 pm - 10 pm
WEBSITE: www.bistro301.com

Menu has great salad and sandwich options in addition to heavier entrees. Outdoor seating available depending on weather. They have their own version of the famous Louisville hot brown that is quite delicious.

Bearno's By the Bridge
ADDRESS: 131 W. Main Street, about six blocks from 21c
PHONE: (502) 584-7437
PRICE: $$
HOURS: Mon - Thus 11 am to 11 pm, Fri 11 am to 4 am, Sat 4 pm to 4 am, Sun 12 pm to 12 am
WEBSITE: www.bearnospizza.net

Great pizza - the cheese sticks are not to be skipped. Their delivery service can take time but they will deliver late on Friday and Saturday. The service in restaurant is much better and there is almost always live music on Fridays and Saturdays.

Chop Shop Salads
ADDRESS: 436 W. Market Street, about three blocks from 21c
PHONE: (502) 589-2467
PRICE: $
HOURS: Mon - Fri 11 am to 3 pm
WEBSITE: www.chopshopsalads.com

Salads and wraps custom made to your preference. Assembly line style salads includes flat bread. Seating is limited inside but it is a great place to grab a meal to take to Riverfront Park, weather permitting. There is also a plaza right across the street with benches for al fresco dining. They also deliver!

Z's Fusion
ADDRESS: 115 S. 4th Street, about four blocks from 21c
PHONE: (502) 855-8000
PRICE: $$$
HOURS: Mon - Thurs 11 am to 2:30pm, 5 pm to 10 pm, Fri 11 am to 2:30 pm, 4:30 to 11 pm, Sat 4:30 to 11 pm, Sun 5 to 9 pm
WEBSITE: www.zsfusion.com

Asian fusion restaurant with everything from sushi to steaks. Their cocktails are supposed to be fantastic. Great for a nicer dinner on Friday night.

River Bend Winery
ADDRESS: 120 S. 10th Street, about 3 blocks from 21c
PHONE: (502) 540-5650
PRICE: $$
HOURS: Mon - Thurs 11 am to 9 pm, Fri - Sat 11 am to 2 am, Sunday noon to 6 pm
WEBSITE: www.riverbendwine.com

Free glass of wine with any meal purchase. Menu has a southern slant on the classic cafe options. The Friday before the wedding is a downtown trolley hop night so they will be having free wine samples and more. See the post on things to do for more information.

Toast on Market
ADDRESS: 736 E. Market Street, about 15-20 minute walk from 21c, easy accessible via the downtown Main-Market trolley
PHONE: (502) 569-4099
PRICE: $$
HOURS: Closed Mon, Tue - Fri 7 am to 2 pm, Sat - Sun 7 am to 3 pm
WEBSITE: www.toastonmarket.com

Great place for brunch although it is a bit of a walk from the restaurant. They are known for their gourmet pancakes and super fluffy options. Great place for a soup and sandwich lunch as well.

732 Social
ADDRESS: 732 E. Market Street, about 15-20 minute walk from 21c, easy accessible via the downtown Main-Market trolley
PHONE: (502) 583-6882
PRICE: $$$
HOURS: Mon - Sat 5 pm to 1 am, closed Sun
WEBSITE: www.732social.com

Specializing in farm to table cooking, this is a great small plates restaurant with yummy signature cocktails and a fantastic wine list. Well worth the walk from 21c. It's been voted one of Louisville's best new restaurants this year.

J. Graham's Cafe
ADDRESS: 335 W. Broadway, about 15-20 minute walk from 21c
PHONE: (502) 583-1234
PRICE: $$
HOURS: Sun - Sat 7 am to 2 pm
WEBSITE: www.brownhotel.com

Located at the Brown hotel, J. Graham's is the original creator of the famous Hot Brown. It's practically a tourist requirement for new visitors to Louisville. They are open for breakfast and lunch daily. The Brown is also home to The English Grille which is pricier and more upscale. It's open from dinner from 6 pm to 9 pm Monday through Saturday. Closed Sundays.

CHAIN RESTAURANT OPTIONS IN THE AREA
Fourth Street Live!
Located at 4th Street between Liberty Street and Muhammad Ali Boulevard. Food court on the second floor includes Wendy's, Taco Bell, KFC, Subway, Tai Pei Chinese and Rocky Roccoco Pizza. Full service restaurants include the Hard Rock Cafe, TGIFriday's, The Pub, Sully's and Red Star Tavern.

Subway
725 W. Main Street and 539 W. Market Street

Quizno's
223 S. 5th Street

Panera
400 W. Market Street

Old Spaghetti Factory
235 W. Market Street

Jimmy John's Sandwiches
415 W. Jefferson Street

Champions Sports Bar and Restaurant
280 W. Jefferson Street

Wolfgang Puck Express
221 S. 4th Street

Joe's Crab Shack
131 River Road