We had an amazing experience at The Eagle! Out family of 5 was visiting Louisville and read about…read morethis spot and it didn't disappoint! Portions are perfect, seasonings out of this world and service outstanding! The shirt and grits was exceptional and we know now why the fried chicken has such a following. Couldn't recommend this place enough.

We stopped at The Eagle while passing through Louisville on our way home, and it was easily some of…read morethe best comfort food we've ever had. Everything was absolutely delicious, but the burnt ends appetizer was the standout--our waitress recommended it, and she was spot on. They were incredible! What made the experience even better was the outstanding service. Our waitress was so kind, patient, and calm with our young boys, which made our meal relaxing and enjoyable. The entire staff was welcoming and attentive, creating a warm, family-friendly atmosphere from the moment we walked in. The restaurant has a fun, inviting vibe that perfectly complements the amazing food. Between the exceptional service, great atmosphere, and unforgettable meal, The Eagle has earned a permanent spot on our list of must-stop places whenever we're passing through Louisville. We can't wait to come back!

I'd want to give it five stars for the concept alone--and the quality of the food and the…read morefriendliness and attentiveness of the service make it an easy call! Unique place. This is a pay what you can, pay it forward to help others if you can, roll up your sleeves and work for your meal setup. So, you might think...ah, cool, enjoy your canned soup and turkey sandwich, I'll go to a "real" restaurant. This would be foolish. The food is every bit as good as you'll find in a more traditional, for-profit setup. They focus on locally sourced ingredients and have a seasonal menu as a result. The food is delicious. Menu is delightfully trim but with something for every taste (salads, soups, sandwiches, sides). Had some meatloaf sliders with pimento cheese when I was there that I'd like to replicate at home. My friends raved about their selections as well. Service is amazingly friendly and attentive. I'm not sure anyone's glass dropped below half-full. And the servers were happy to share the stories behind the concept, which showed the pride they had in the venture. Everyone is welcome here. Might have a table of folks in suits next to a table of folks stopping in from their factory shift next to a table with someone who's looking for a good meal and will be washing dishes after he eats to pay his fare. Just welcoming, casual, good-feeling place.

If you like dining for a cause, check out The Table! It is fabulous and my favorite lunch spot,…read moreespecially for lunch business!

I was disappointed that it is carry out only, the food was amazing. One of the few places where…read morethe food was seasoned just right. In fact when I put hot sauce on the greens, I thought it tasted better without it. Looking forward to my next trip to Louisville.

Ate at the legendary Shirley Mae's who namesake who recently transitioned over. She was a legend in…read morethe city who owned the building her restaurant sits in and helped the community out. Check out her interviews on social media. My initial visit didn't disappoint. After placing my order waiting for my takeout out order, I enjoyed the old 70's soul music I grew up on from the loud speaker and reminiscing old times. The service and food are awesome with amazing prices. Some places are charging premium for soul food now. My pork chops were perfect and gave me an extra one for no charge. The side were really good too. High five to this old school vibe place. Plenty of street parking on this quiet road and will definitely come again. They are only open four days per week.

Ok, folks, I've finally found my favorite local Louisville barbecue spot and it feels like divine…read moreintervention. It's a 10/10 for every menu item that I sampled and rates up there with the barbecue that I happen to love (Texas hill country near New Braunfels). We started with fried green tomato appetizer, which had a nice cornmeal crunch and zesty toothsome green veggie interior. Accompanying remoulade sauce was just right. Second round was an order of 5 smoked wings with bourbon BBQ sauce. Best smoked wings I've had because of the perfumed and tender moist meat with each bite. Nice sized (and none of that rubbery gross skin I've had everywhere else) and order had choice of ranch or blue cheese, as well as celery sticks. Celery did seem a little tough and a tad stringy, but I chose to ditch it. Finally, we did a sampler of 4 ribs, smoked chicken leg quarter, and generous portion of pulled pork with 2 sides. A+ x3! The ribs had been cooked for the proper length of time to allow for fall-off-the-bone conditions, tender, meaty, smoky, nice bark, just enough sauce to enhance and not detract from the delectable smoky flavor. The pulled pork likewise included some bark in the portion and was yummy flavor. Included sliced tangy pickles, red onions rings, and a couple of containers of extra sauce. The chicken quarter is reminiscent of some that I get at an annual summer fire department fundraiser with a secret mopping sauce .... always sells out .... in a community located over an hour away. Trust me -- I'm saying A LOT here. ;) I ordered sides of braised collard greens and roasted sweet potatoes, but discovered we'd ended up with the greens and a sub of Mac 'n cheese when I arrived home. No complaints and have to say the sides are also stellar. Not ashamed to say that even the greens potlikker wasn't wasted. (Wished that the cornbread had also been included in the order -- another slight oversight.) The Mac'n cheese was perfect texture, super cheesy, and we were wowed by the type of pasta used since it was substantial and held its own with the sauce. I was in my happy place as soon as I pulled up to the parking lot on Burnett Avenue on a weekday and met with smoky aroma. Went inside the nondescript building to order at the counter and enjoyed iced tea and chatting with the welcoming, friendly staff while it was prepped. Price point is competitive and great value for amount and quality of food. We will be back and already looking forward to it.

This was my first time visiting Louisville, Kentucky, and I ended up finding The Service Station…read moreRestaurant through my trusted app. It's definitely one of those spots that's a little tucked away, but sometimes those are the places that end up surprising you. I ordered a burger and the cheesesteak egg rolls. The burger was cooked medium-well, just how I wanted it, and it definitely hit the spot. The fries were seasoned well, and the cheesesteak egg rolls were really good too. They came with a house sauce that paired perfectly with them. The restaurant had plenty of seating, and the overall atmosphere was comfortable and laid back. Most importantly, the food delivered when I was craving a good burger. Overall, I had a very good experience and don't really have any negatives to mention. If I'm back in Louisville, I'd definitely stop by again and try some of the other items on their menu. If you're looking for a local spot with good food and a relaxed vibe, I'd say this place is worth checking out.

I visited Porch Kitchen & Bar on a whim, and I was delighted to find that the food is great! I…read moredidn't have children with me, but the table next to me had a toddler, and the restaurant offers a kids menu, so children and families are definitely welcome. I got the kale Caesar salad, and added salmon on it to make it a whole meal. I'm not usually a fan of riffs on a Caesar salad, because how do you improve upon a classic? But this kale job was mighty tasty, and the coldness of the salad went nicely with the hot salmon filet. We also got the smoked turkey Cobb salad, which was satisfying and had lots of stuff in it. If you want a salad with a variety of colors and flavors and textures, this is the salad to get. I was here for dinner, and the ambiance was nice and mellow, with soft lights and comfortable seats at the tables. This was a nice little restaurant to grab a salad and a drink.

Pretty sure The Porch Kitchen & Bar decides portion sizes by using a wheel on safari. today i…read more brought my family to this breakfast all day restaurant and we had been here before so we had high expectations. but My parfait came out looking like a sample at Costco--gone in 2.5 bites. Meanwhile, the salad was built like it was bulking season. my niece Vanessa was shocked with her parfait and not satisfied. Service was also playing hard to get. Not enough servers, so we spent a lot of time just sitting there wondering the where abouts of our server. we were traveling back in indy so we weren't wanting this long agitating experience. HOWEVER--breakfast all day?? Elite. The ribs were actually so good I almost licked the plate, and the place is super cute if you're there for pics.

Jesse our service recommended some great drinks to enjoy with our food. I've never eaten anything I…read moredidn't love for dinner here. The voodoo paste is one of my all time favorites though! Plus they have a great patio for nice days and a section that is covered but open for when you want more shade.

I guess that 12-29-25 was just a bad day for the restaurant. We were seated quickly but it was a…read moregood 25-30 minutes or more before we were even asked about a glass of water (which never came) or any drink much less a menu. We were so close to walking out after seeing others seated much after us receiving meals. Again, I still had no drink and still waiting for any type of service. It was like my table was in a void. Just a really disappointing visit and I brought a friend that made the drive from Louisville, he wasn't impressed by my usually dependable business. On a side note, I've gone back and looked at all the Yelp reviews, and The Exchange doesn't respond when friends say you can or used to do better. Something to pay attention to.

The food here is great! Homemade quality, and at a great price. The sweet potatoes and the greens…read moreare perfectly made, and the rest of the menu is spot on. My only faults would be that the interior is a little spartan, and the ice cream side never seems open. Also the employees can be a little less than friendly. Every visit I get the impression that I am interrupting them. But overall, the food and value make it worthwhile!

The food was incredible. The best fried chicken we had while visiting. The greens tasted like a…read moregood home cooked meal. My wife also got the baked pasta, oh my, what flavor!.