Long known as “Restaurant Row," The Highlands, Baxter Avenue and Bardstown Road are home to a number of eateries offering every kind of culinary delight.

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Bardstown Road, Louisville’s original “Restaurant Row,” is situated in the city’s Highlands neighborhood. In addition to being a dining Mecca, it’s also known for its eccentric collection of shops and is one of the most popular neighborhoods for local nightlife.

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The area is as eclectic as it is charming. You’ll find Victorian homes and turn-of-the-century architecture along quiet streets, just off bustling Bardstown Road, which is truly a people-watching paradise. Grab a cup of coffee and a pastry at the Wiltshire Bakery & Cafe (3 min walk) and see business people, creative types, families and scooters gliding past.

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Eat

The Highlands has been a foodie haven for decades. Long-time staple, Jack Fry’s (9 min walk) is a favorites for celebrating special occasions and locals crave the Guinness Beer Cheese Pretzel and a pint from O'Sheas Public House (7 min walk). You can also try delicious Al Pastor tacos and a Margarita from Taco Luchador (6 min walk). 

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Or, if you’re in the mood for a more casual evening, this neighborhood is teeming with great pizza joints and pubs. The garlic butter soaked breadsticks at Impellizzeri’s (1.2 miles) are to die for.

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Not to mention, the bounty of local breweries and beer bars. Gravely Brewing (.5 miles) and Prohibition Craft Spirits (.6 miles) both offer their own beverages, and the Holy Grale (.5 miles) is the perfect place to find rare beers from around the world. 

 

Discover

For family fun, visit the Louisville Zoo (3.4 miles). Hike, picnic or just relax at Tyler Park or Cherokee Park. 

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For fans of a little more adventure, go zip lining or tackle an aerial ropes course at the Louisville Mega Cavern (4.3 miles). They also offer a tram tour and walking tour for the less adventurous. 

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Shop

For fashionistas, several locally-owned boutiques, including Dot Fox (1.6 miles) and Pitaya, (6 min walk), pepper Bardstown Road. Beginning as a dorm room startup, Clayton & Crume (1.3 miles) is now a full-fledged leather shop which produces all their handmade leather goods in Louisville.