Our family visited for a Friday night dinner and started out on the small front patio. Sun was shining and light breeze, but we had to retreat indoors for dining when a sudden pop up storm arrived. Extensive bar menu and I tried a peach daiquiri with no alcohol version. Other diners chose the Pina colada and also a Friday cocktail special of Holy Water, which included blue curaçao. Feedback was mixed. We started with 1/2 pound of hot and spicy peel and eat shrimp and a dozen oysters. Great preparation and taste. It was apparently all so good and we had such a great time that we forgot to take photos of the food. We shared steamer bowls and a captain's platter. This allowed for a variety of crab legs, steamed oysters, sausages, corn, red potatoes, garlic Parmesan bread, shrimp, grouper, onion rings, clam strips, along with butter, tartar sauce, and cocktail sauce. We had arrived famished and we all left satiated and carrying out To Go boxes. Our server was fantastic, helping us relocate inside when the storm popped up, and very attentive through our entire visit. Looking forward to future visits and more great seafood. read more

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This is a frequent spot for us to meet family as a half way point. Nothing fancy but good for fried seafood fare. I often have the clam strip basket. Other family favorites are the grouper sandwich and shrimp and grits. Beer is cold, service is great. Restaurant is large enough to accommodate a large group. We've never had to wait for a table even when the parking lot is full. read more

Rumors Restaurant 12339 Shelbyville Road Louisville, KY 40243 Ph: 502-245-0366 Tonight 28 Swan Pointe Residents went to Rumors to have dinner. The restaurant was established in 1985. The owner is Cheri Gustafson. Our server tonight was Anthony and he was also our server last year when we came and he remembered us. They have a large dining area, a party room and a covered patio. They offer oysters, sandwiches & seafood plates, plus cocktails, mixed drinks, beer, wine, and great iced tea! They offer dine-in, delivery and takeout. They have televisions to watch games on, Happy Hour Drinks. They are Handicapped Accessible. We had several residents come that hadn't been for a while and some that just started coming. Anthony did a great job! He took drink and appetizer orders as we got there and when we were all there he started taking our food orders. The food was really good and large portions. When everyone was just about finished eating, he passed out the checks and then he collected the checks and payments. Then he brought back the cards and he really has a great method of doing this with absolutely no problems at all. Thank you Brooke for your photographic skills. If you're looking for a fun outing with great food, come to Rumors Restaurant. read more

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We've been to Rumors many times over the years since we moved to Kentucky some 15 years ago but we haven't been here in probably 6 years. It's always a good choice if you want fried seafood and cheaper shell fish. It hasn't changed one iota since our first visit in 2010. My daughter and I were doing some Christmas shopping in Louisville and we'd have much rather preferred getting oysters and the seafood tower at The Capital Grille by the Oxmoor but we were kinda "steaked" out. It's always been busy and popular but when we got there it was practically empty, by the time we left it had filled to capacity. Lots of oak tables and the decor is typical seafood restaurant on the gulf shore. It's has a weathered look but I think that's the point, it doesn't distract. The staff has always been friendly and since we beat the crowd, service was quick. We started off with a dozen oysters (I'm guessing from the gulf) which is half the price of oysters at all the raw bars at premium steakhouses. Yeah they're not Chesapeakes, Kumamotos, or blue points but my palates not so refined so I can't tell the difference from the eastern gulf oysters. We also got the smoked tuna dip, which has always been popular with my kids. I secretly think it's just Krogers flavored tuna with a few dashes of liquid smoke but it's still very good. We were there mainly for the oysters and the tuna dip so we just got sandwiches, the grouper sandwich and the oyster po boy. They are fine, what you'd expect to get in Kentucky, but nothing like you could get on the coast, they are neither as big nor as fresh. If you want a bit of the gulf coast and some reasonably priced shellfish or a seafood boil Rumor's on Shelbyville is a decent choice. read more

Rumors Restaurant - A dozen gulf coast oysters, nothing fancy but pretty good. - Chicken Wings Near Me - Louisville, Kentucky

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The fish sandwich met my expectations. The service was prompt, friendly & on point. The restaurant has probably been in operation since early 70's IDK. I loved it .... Being from Florida myself it's the type of place I always visited. Nothing flashy .... However you won't be disappointed by the food read more

I've always heard the wings here were the best in town but they were very ok. They weren't very plump. I also think a good wing place should have a great ranch, but it was like Hidden Valley. Most of the food is pretty dry. read more

Used to be the best place to go for wings - now they are absolutely pathetic. If you're going to charge 1.70/wing they should be bigger than a pinky finger - unreal. read more

Rumors Restaurant - Tiny wings. SMALL sauce cup for reference. - Chicken Wings Near Me - Louisville, Kentucky

Got the poppers, queso and 20 medium wings all were excellent. Jennifer our server was understanding and let us enjoy our appetizers and checked with us before putting in our wing order. The restaurant is clean and well staffed for a Friday night. read more

I have lived in the Middletown area for eight years, and when people find out, they always ask, "Have you tried Rumors restaurant?" The answer has always been no, until now. We met some friends for dinner, one of whom was at Rumors on their opening day in 1985. He is a big fan of the restaurant and loves the beach theme. It definitely has that feel, with decor and the staff knowing the regulars. We both ordered salads, but our friends ordered seafood and pasta. Our food tasted great, and theirs looked delicious! It may have taken us eight years to try it, but it won't take us that long to go back. read more

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We visited here on a Sunday afternoon around 1. It was pretty crowded and had the games on. We waited a good 5-10 minutes before our waitress came around. She was nice it was not an issue. We ordered our food and drinks. I got a club sandwich and wife got chicken and rice. My daughters got chicken pasta and a kids chicken meal. It was all about 3 stars we came to the conclusion on the food. It looked better than it taasted but it was still pretty good overall. I would come back and try their chicken wings that they are known for. I would have given it a 4 but the taste for the price was just not there. I will try them again for the wings next time. read more

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Definitely a local/regulars spot, with me long time, experienced and friendly staff. Definitely cold beer and good drinks but the food left a little bit to be desired. read more

Journeys of Faith Food Review Rumors Restaurant During a recent visit to Louisville, I had the pleasure of dining at the wonderful Rumors Restaurant, and I must say--it was an experience worth sharing. From the moment we arrived, the atmosphere felt welcoming and comfortable. The restaurant is located in an older building, but it is very clean and has a warm, relaxed environment that makes you feel right at home. Our server, Danya, has worked there for an incredible 40 years, and her experience truly shows. She was kind, attentive, and very helpful in guiding us through the menu. Great service like that makes a meal even more special. Now let's talk about the food--because it was outstanding. Highlights from the Table Crab Cakes Absolutely delicious. The flavor was rich and fresh with a perfect texture. New England Clam Chowder Creamy, flavorful, and comforting--just what you hope for in a great chowder. Grouper Bites These were incredible. The breading was perfectly done and the taste honestly made me feel like I was sitting at the ocean. Seafood Pasta Amazing! Packed with flavor and beautifully prepared. Shrimp Scampi Linguini Perfectly cooked and wonderfully seasoned. A true classic done right. Curly Fries Crispy, delicious, and the perfect side. Every dish had excellent quality, flavor, and presentation. You can tell the kitchen cares about the food they serve. Final Thoughts If you ever find yourself visiting Louisville, Kentucky, I highly recommend stopping by Rumors Restaurant. The friendly service, cozy atmosphere, and outstanding food make it a place worth experiencing. It's the kind of restaurant where neighbors truly do become friends. Review by: Author Tina "Nana" Stephens Creator of the Journeys of Faith: A Legacy of Love Brand & Series read more

Rumors is a longstanding local restaurant in Middletown and after a hiatus I suggested a visit for dinner with my family. Be forewarned that the crowd and parking lot stay busy, but add your name to the waiting list. It moves fast and they have a lot of tables. The servers and hostess were welcoming and so nice, recommending entrees as asked. You could tell they are used to managing the crowds of locals. We got a cold beer and onion rings - yum! For my dinner I chose the fried fish platter with coleslaw. Overall I enjoyed my meal; the coleslaw is peppery so I might try another side during the next visit. Other meals at the table included the burger (huge!) and the po boy sandwich. We didn't leave anything uneaten! read more

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Solid food, average bar service. It's just a classic bar gave off a beach vibe but it's in the middle of Louisville so it's a little confusing, but I'm not upset. Good food, cold beer I'll take it. read more

We love Rumors! I am 41 years old and have been going to Rumors for 42 years. Ha! So I will admit the memories do contribute to the ambiance for me, but for those that are looking for a new spot or haven't been in a while, it is clean, festive, lively - in a good way, not an overly rowdy way - and all around good natured fun. The food is great, I usually stick with chicken - the Diablo Chicken Linguine is great as is the Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo. The Wikiwaki Teriyaki is also great. ALL of the sandwiches are great. I myself don't eat seafood but my husband has enjoyed all of the entrees he has gotten as well. And the service is wonderful. Laid back yet extremely efficient, cheerful attitude for all who are working there. I love looking at the old photographs on the wall! I highly recommend Rumors for a casual lunch spot. read more

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This is one of the best places in Louisville! Their wings are my favorite, I make sure to visit Rumors when I am in town. Reasonably priced, casual dining, and the food/service never disappoints. read more

Rumors food is still tasty, but not so much the atmosphere. Place in falling into disrepair: stained sagging ceiling tiles, filthy restrooms. Staff seems to be turning over a lot lately, which has increased productivity. Rumors is a place we end up eating at , not a place we want to eat. read more

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Far and away the best traditional buffalo wings in the entire city. Great seafood as well. Love the ladies at the bar. read more

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Overpriced drinks and food for what you get. We had the baskets shrimp, oysters, and clams. All were Fried and a little too much. Onion rings were great though read more

GREAT service and delicious food! My spot when I have a steamed shrimp craving! This is a weekly outing for us!

We go there whenever three of my family members need their 36 per person raw oyster fix. They also get a seafood entree unless they decide to have another dozen. Service and food is great. read more

Let me start off by saying that I like Rumors. The food is good, the atmosphere is nice, and the staff are usually friendly and prompt with their service. My major issue with this place is portion size vs price. We started out with the jalapeño poppers, for right around $12. There were 11 poppers in the basket and they were bite sized. A dollar per popper (with what tasted like very cheap cheese in it, and a few pieces of diced jalapeños, not even a slice) is absolutely insane for the price. I wish I took a picture, but I didn't want to be reminded of how bad of a rip-off they were. The wings at Rumors 10 years ago used to come in a basket because they were so huge, as they say right on their menu, "seriously huge wings". The price reflected that back then. Something like $15 for ten massive wings that have as much chicken as 15 normal ones is fair I'd say. But the wings I had last night and the time before I went were normal size if not a bit small, and the price was still $15 for ten. They tasted good and were cooked decently, if not a little longer than they should've been. Like I said, the wings have shrunk significantly. My girlfriend had the salmon dinner, and for around $30, it wasn't good value for the money. Again, food tasted great, but $30 for the portion size is just very steep. She had the new potatoes (which were very good), and the seafood pasta salad (which was also pretty good) as sides. I had two draft beers and they both tasted like the lines hadn't been cleaned in a while, quite skunky. Rumors always has pretty good seafood, bar for the crab cakes, which tasted like they had no seasoning other than some freezer burn. The prices of their seafood are on par for getting fresh stuff in a midwestern city, but I'm not sure that it's as fresh as it should be for the price. Overall, Rumors is a good local place to go to with good food, maybe once a year if you're looking to burn some money, but I could never be a regular there, I'd go broke. The quality now vs ten years ago is significantly worse and the prices haven't changed a bit to reflect that. They also close pretty early for what looks and feels like a bar. They're always busy, which is surprising given the prices. (Although with a clientele of retirees, they're probably just going there because it's where they've always gone). We paid $70 (not including a tip) for a few tiny, cheap tasting jalapeño poppers, 10 wings, a salmon dinner with two sides, two beers and a sweet tea. Absolutely insane. $55 would be on the upper end of fair for that in my opinion. I wish this place didn't break the bank, because I do like it, it's a local mom n pop place and I love that. But it's not a gourmet place, and it's priced like it is. 2.5/5 stars. read more

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Wings are the best! This place is like being at a dive bar in Florida. Great place for the whole family.

Took my mom out for lunch, and we enjoyed excellent service and some of the best wings I've had in Middletown.

So I've visited this restaurant once and decided to come back again. I came back because the food was so good! I'm only in town for work! In addition to the good food, atmosphere and service...I look up and there is this short, blonde woman with a smile. I ask the bartender, Venus, who she is and she says that's the owner, Cheri! Cheri comes to meet me and she is the most genuine, polite, yet professional being. When you see an owner working as hard as his/her employees, you know you have discovered one of the good ones. I'm here on business...if you are as well...get to Rumor's!! Say hello to Venus, the bartender, and Cheri, the owner, for me! ENJOY! AND WHO DOESN'T TO SUPPORT A MOM N POP SHOP!?? I love the oysters on the half shell and the crab legs! Oh and get Venus to make you a lemon-drop shot! read more

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This was such a difficult score to make. Vibe, service, variety of food and cocktails - solid 5. There were a few other things that keep I'd from being so high. I LOVED our waitstaff (Cesar was training someone and they were killing it). There was plenty of staff to feel cared for, but not overwhelmed. The oyster shooter was delish. The sangria was good (very cherry heavy). Oysters Rockefeller - 1. Thought I broke a tooth on a giant piece of shell in the filling. 2. Filling to oyster ratio was off, too much filling. 3. The oysters were very sandy. We left the final two uneaten. The salads were fresh, generous and had delicious home made ranch (big fan). The Parmesan toast had amazing flavor, but wasn't remotely crisp enough to be consider toast. Should have been parm bread. Seafood boil - the highlight of this was the shrimp - they were just perfect - sweet, fresh, and well done. However, the crab legs (even immediately upon arrival at the table) were cold - they were fresh, and easily shucked, but cold. The corn, potato, sausage, and mussels were all yummy. I realize that a place such as this is trying to please the masses with the seasoning, but it really was just kind of seasoned water. The drawn butter brought to the table was a huge bonus. Bathrooms - there's a pretty unfortunate sewage smell on the way back to the bathrooms. The hot water in the sinks was scorching!!! I wanted the mom with small children in line to wash after me. I absolutely will try these guys out again, ordering something different and staying away from the restrooms. The vibe was awesome, and service was great. Worth a try tho! read more

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I've been to Rumors many times over the years and I can't believe I've never reviewed them. It's a fun, divey sports bar with an above average, seafood heavy menu. Their grilled fish is good and their seafood pasta salad is tasty and chock full of baby shrimp. Their wings are huge and cooked well and the extra-hot has a nice kick. The service is always hit or miss and it seems pretty disorganized. All that being said, I wouldn't hesitate to return if I was in the area. read more

Tuesday late afternoon. Not very busy. Fish sandwich and Big Catch Platter. Tuesday Drink Special was Tito's Tonic, I wouldn't be surprised if they forgot poor old Tito, it was that weak. COD sandwich was cooked perfectly and was an adequate portion. Clams and Onion rings on platter were very much Over fried. To the point I couldn't pierce the clams with my fork. Disappointed, they sure could do better. read more

In town on business and my Louisville family brought me here for dinner. It's a nice casual restaurant bar with good drinks and some seafood options, but it was hard to find healthy options that are not fried. My aunt loves the seafood salad and I had the grilled salmon. Boring, but the best I could find outside of a salad. I had it with a salad and Cajun rice. It was ok. Service was friendly and attentive. If I came back here it would be for drinks, appetizers or probably their wings, which looked good. read more

Great place for lunch. I have been there several times while traveling for business. I've had the fried oysters several times, cooked to perfection each time. Teammate has had several other items, burgers, wings and several appetizers. Never disappointed. Seems like a hangout for locals. If you prefer locally owned like I do give them a try! read more

Rumors is more of my husband's spot than mine. We had good, friendly service and the food is good enough. It's hard to find healthy options. The space is casual (if not a little gritty?) but the prices are higher than I'd expect for such an atmosphere. I'd probably opt for a different spot but he'll always return for their wings. read more

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Happy to update this review after a great trip to Rumor's recently. I kept hearing they have great wings, which we did not order last time, so my partner and I decided to go back to try them. I started with a key lime pietini and it truly tasted like a slice of key lime pie. I'd go back for that drink alone. Then, we split ten wings and wow, the "rumors" were true. The wings were super crispy and had the right amount of spice. I think they are some of the best in Louisville. For entrees, my partner got the Big Catch and I got a fried shrimp basket. We sampled each other's meals and both agreed the shrimp and cocktail sauce and the onion rings were delicious but thought the grouper and the tartar sauce were just okay. We also didn't get a great batch of fries last time, but this time around, they were hot and crispy. Rumor's is always loud and bustling, but we had great service on this visit as well! I'm glad to say that I will be back! read more

Rumors Restaurant - Clams with curly fries - Chicken Wings Near Me - Louisville, Kentucky

Still fantastic food. What happened to the fabulous wings that put them on the map? They seem to have shrunk. Great servers. Clean restaurant and restrooms. Plenty of parking. Convenient location. read more

Great Florida vibes restaurant in the middle of Kentucky who knew? The service was fantastic and the food is your typical beach fair but the best part was the fresh oysters that they fly in daily from Destin, Fl. You can choose to have them prepared a few different ways but we decided on a steamed bucket and it didn't disappoint! If you're Ever in Louisville and want a casual environment where you can stuff yourself on oysters and seafood please stop by and see them. The staff is so wonderful and they'll keep you coming back. read more

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I went to Rumors this weekend with my family. It's one of my father in-law's favorite restaurants in Louisville because it reminds him of some of the restaurants in Florida. We were celebrating his birthday. I ordered a round of fried pickles for the table as appetizers. They were lightly breaded so the breading didn't over power the pickle. The pickles were thinly cut the long way. Everyone in joyed them. A favorite at the table were the buffalo wings. I ordered 10 with a medium heat level with blue cheese dipping sauce. They also come with a stick of celery. They were very tasty. I don't think the heat level was too much but my son thought they were very hot. I traded a few with my nephew for mild. I also liked the mild. It would be nice if they allowed you to order a combo plate so you could try some different levels of heat, but we switched them up at the able. I also ordered a side of curly fries which were good. The waitress did a good job keeping up with us as a larger group and the food came out pretty quick. read more

Downgrade a star. Food quality issues creeping in again. You should still come here to eat and enjoy. 4 stars is still "Good" Had lunch on the patio again. Always a favorite in good weather. Wings are on the small side again and was like 75% drummetes / 25% flats. many of the bones were broken. One of the diners had buffalo tenders and said they were getting quite bready. Sounds like their supplier isnt setting them up with the good stuff, but that just a guess. I still love this place, but need to get back a little more food quality to get that 5th star back. read more

One of my all time favorite restaurants in Louisville!! I love oysters and have tried so many, and these are honestly some of the best! They're always large oysters, I've never had any shell in them, and they're always detached from the shell. These are better than most at the fancier (and much more expensive) places I've been. You can't go to Rumors and not get an oyster shooter... Vodka, hot sauce, and an oyster (I think that's it???) Anyway, they're amazing! It's also become a tradition to visit Rumors during the Christmas holiday season and get a drink off of their 12 Days of Christmas cocktail list. I got the Eight Maids-a-Milking this year and it was like a smore in a glass! read more

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A little birdie told me Rumors (a seafood restaurant) has some of the best wings in town. He was right. We started our adult lunch with $4.50 Tito's (tuesdays), what a deal! Started lunch off with gumbo and hot wings. Ali loved the wings! I thought they were good as well. The secret to great wings our way? Extra crispy and wet! The gumbo was okay. Since Rumors in a seafood joint we both ordered a fish dish. I went with the Rumors fish sandwich, recommended by our bartender who has been working there for 30 years! It was a good sandwich with two huge pieces of cod. I asked for tomato slices and received them enhancing the sandwich significantly. Ali went with the fish taco roll-up ( fish burrito). It was absolutely awesome. We were both pleasantly surprised how great the food was! Our server/bartender was the star of the show and provided such a great experience. I'd love to go back for a boil! read more

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Food was good (not great), but our service was superb. Anthony G was just great this evening. 8 of us tennis players came for dinner and he was so friendly and super efficient. Geez, how did he get it all so straight and kept us happy. Good service is rare these days. Thanks so much Anthony G! You are awesome and made our evening just great. read more

We have been long time fans of rumors, but we went for lunch today and I have recently recommitted to reviewing businesses I frequent, so the time has come for this one! This long established Middletown casual restaurant does not disappoint. The price point is affordable. The ambience is definitely casual and I do not worry about my 3year old being disruptive. It is familiar and comfortable. I know there is a big "drinks" scene, but you do not feel out of place not ordering drinks- in fact, it is common, especially as I was there today at lunch (it is also not uncommon at dinner. I guess I'm saying that it is definitely part bar but equally unquestionably a restaurant!) We ALWAYS start with the hot and spicy peel and eat shrimp. I have included a picture of 1 lb, as they are sold in weighed increments. I love them and if my family didn't order them to start, I would order them for my meal. They are not spicy in the "spicy" sense, but in the crab boil "spice" way. Delicious! Then for lunch my grandma had fried fish sandwich, which she enjoyed. My mom had grilled tuna sandwich and loved it. My son had kid's Alfredo, which is always a hit with him. I had a half dozen oysters because they are a treat for me, with a salad to accompany. They were great, tasty and served with all accoutrements you expect with raw oysters - lemon, cocktail, horseradish, saltines. I would eat my lunch again tomorrow! Their menu also claims wonderful chicken wings, and it may seem odd but it's true. Service is efficient, quick ticket times and nice waitresses every time I'm there. Overall, I can't wait for our next excuse to go to rumors! read more

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