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

Lobby Bar & Grill at the Brown Hotel

4.6
4.6
1084 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
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Lobby Bar & Grill at the Brown Hotel

4.6
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
Downtown Louisville

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2 people
21:30
Booked 16 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 16:00–00:00 Fri–Sun 15:00–00:00 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 17:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–22:00
  • 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
  • Area
    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 1,084 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
Lobby Bar & Grill at the Brown Hotel is a must-visit in Louisville for its "outstanding hot brown" and "elegant historic setting." Guests rave about the "fantastic food and service," with many highlighting the knowledgeable staff and charming ambiance, accentuated by live piano music. A quintessential Louisville dining experience.

1,084 Reviews

  1. Eeta

    Louisville

    51 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    51 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food is outstanding and The Brown is one of my favorite places. We went there to see the decorations that used to be over the top and was a little disappointed when it was basically just a Christmas tree. But the thing that will make me not return This winter is that they did not have the heat on, I had to ask them to turn the heat on and the place was like a refrigerator. They were really nice about turning the heat on and I said why at the level of a hotel that The Brown is would you not turn your heat on in 20° weather. Anyway. Nobody does food better and the architecture is great but nit very Xmasy this year and too cold.
    Lobby Bar & Grill at the Brown HotelResponded 2 days ago
    Unfortunately, we had a maintenance issue last night associated with our boiler that left us without heat. We have since resolved the issue and brought heat back on for the building. I apologize for the timing and the inconvenience to you on your night out to dine with us. Part of the charm of the hotel is that vaulted lobby space with all the marble and original windows. The downside to that lovely space, is that it can be hard to trap the heat in, especially when we have a maintenance issue. The Brown Hotel is dedicated to making a stay here special for all our guests, we are continuously investing in equipment and services to guarantee the quality of the experience you receive here. Please come and see us again soon, and let us know how we can get some more holiday cheer going.

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  2. Lawrence

    New York City

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of the best meals my wife and I have had. Beautiful classic hotel lobby bar and restaurant with lovely piano music that was in no way intrusive. We could easily have a relaxed quiet conversation (rare in restaurants today.) Wonderful food and wine and the chef came out to greet and speak with everyone. Highly recommended.

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  3. Carol

    Louisville

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a delicious dinner and our waiter (Dane) was wonderful!

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  4. Joel

    Louisville

    29 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    29 reviews

    Dined on 24 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A first class experience in the historic Brown Hotel. The food was excellent all the way from the Burger to the sea scallops. The service was great and very responsive to our needs. We had a wonderful dining experience and would go back again.

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  5. Andy

    Detroit

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 22 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We visit Louisville a couple times a year. The Brown Hotel is on itinerary every visit. The staff is amazing and go above and beyond to make the experience great.

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  6. Patty

    Cincinnati

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 20 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The brown hotel is a landmark in our country. We had a wonderful time as usual. The service was exceptional. Not something you see that much anymore.

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Louisville

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 20 November 2024

    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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  8. Russ

    Louisville

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 17 November 2024

    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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  9. Lagina

    Corpus Christi

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 17 November 2024

    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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  10. Philip

    Louisville

    30 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on 16 November 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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FAQs

Lobby Bar & Grill at the Brown Hotel is rated 4.6 stars by 1084 OpenTable diners.

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A photo of Lobby Bar & Grill at the Brown Hotel restaurant

Lobby Bar & Grill at the Brown Hotel

4.6
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
Downtown Louisville

Make a booking

2 people
21:30
Booked 16 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.
  • Area
    Downtown Louisville
  • Hours of Operation
    Bar Mon–Thu 16:00–00:00 Fri–Sun 15:00–00:00 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 17:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–22:00
  • 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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