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August 24, 2010
 

Proof On Main a great Louisville restaurant

This year I tried a new restaurant on Derby weekend and it was fantastic. Proof On Main is part of the 21c Museum Hotel that opened in 2006. It is truly hard to believe you are in Kentucky when you dine here. The art on the walls and the vibe in the bar give a very big city sophisticated feel to this Louisville establishment. The menu on the other hand delivers a unique and very local experience. Housemade sodas like lavender lemonade and local farm vegetable choices such as buckwheat pancakes and corn risotto deliver a refreshing Louisville experience. Whether for a drink in the hopping bar or a bison burger in the restaurant Proof On Main is now a permanent stop on my annual pilgrimage to Churchill Downs.

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Posted by Pat B 

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April 25, 2010
 

MY favorite Friday night restaurant

Pat's Steakhouse is a Louisville institution and as part of the Derby tradition, I like to go here on Friday night after The Kentucky Oaks.  The atmosphere is a blend of all the great things that make an institution.  Its aged wood interior throughout multiple rooms give it great charm and the winner circle photos on their walls tells you the history of this great steakhouse.  This place exudes history and even the waiters most likely have been there long enough to be family. Lively horse enthusiasts pack the bar and booths adding to a fantastic Derby weekend buzz. Now comes the food - the menu has multiple can't pass offerings including baby frog legs, pan fried oysters, fried chicken livers (my personal favorite) and their specialty - the whopping 32 oz. Porterhouse T-bone. I have had them all and attest to their excellence. Now, the crowd is basically in business casual although there is no real dress code but if you were dressed for the Oaks - you're good.  Pat's does take reservations and here's a big tip - BRING CASH and soak up this 50 year old Louisville tradition because this 'must' experience steakhouse does not take credit cards! 

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Posted by Pat B 

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April 23, 2010
 

MY favorite Kentucky Derby restaurants

Mollymalones

I capitalized MY because I only write about things that I have personally experienced in and around the Derby and like the Derby my trips to Louisville have been steeped in tradition. I found early on a few places I love in Louisville and I have stuck with them year in and year out.
 
Thursday night – my first night in usually - I like to enjoy a casual place and I find that Molly Malone's on Baxter Ave. is a perfect way to ease into the weekend. When you arrive at this Irish Pub you immediately get the feeling that it’s a locals favorite and the obvious reason why is the patio.  It sits atop an incline providing a cool vantage point to do some people watching and enjoy the evening with a cold beer. Irish or not this pub makes you an instant believer with its relaxed atmosphere and great hospitality.  Besides the view and beer, it delivers up fantastic food – from traditional fish and chips and corned beef and cabbage to my favorite – the steak and fries.  It also takes reservations – and on this weekend that is key! Dress is anything goes! What more could you ask for?  Here’s the link – make your reservation now!

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