Louisville restaurant Byrdie’s is a must-try for 2025
Byrdie’s in the NuLu neighborhood opened in December of 2024 on the first floor of Hotel Genevieve. Here’s what you can expect.
Farewell 2025 and hello 2026!
From fine dining to Champagne toasts at midnight and more, here are 25 restaurants where you can make dinner reservations around Louisville for New Year’s Eve.
Happy New Year!
New Year’s Eve dinner reservations in Louisville
WHAT: Celebrate with Brasserie Provence’s annual New Year’s Eve prix fixe four-course dinner. Menu: appetizer (choice of one), lobster bisque, sea scallops, duck foie gras terrine au torchon. Salad. Entrée (choice of one): Patagonian salmon ‘Oscar,’ topped with crab meat and Hollandaise sauce, asparagus risotto; half roasted duck, fried potato coins, harissa honey glazed carrots, griotte cherries demi; beef filet mignon, gratin dauphinois, brussels sprouts, bordelaise sauce. Dessert (choice of one): vanilla Crème Brulee, warm flourless chocolate cake and bourbon caramel pecan cheesecake.
WHERE: 150 N. Hurstbourne Parkway
WHEN: Dec. 31. Reservations are available from 5:30-9:30 p.m.
MORE INFORMATION: Vegetarian options available. $100 per person plus tax and gratuity. Reservations are required. 502-883-3153; brasserieprovence.com.
WHAT: Nestled inside Hotel Genevieve in NuLu, Byrdie’s serves French cuisine infused with the flavors of the American South.
WHERE: Inside Hotel Genevieve, 730 E. Market St.
WHEN: Dec. 31
MORE INFORMATION: Reservations available on OpenTable. byrdiesky.com
WHAT: Dine in style and celebrate New Year’s Eve with a chef-prepared menu at The Capital Grille. The chef recommends sliced filet mignon with cipollini, wild mushrooms and fig essence, Porcini-rubbed bone-in ribeye with 15-year aged balsamic, Kona-crusted dry aged bone-in New York strip with shallot butter, dry aged New York strip au Poivre with Courvoisier cream and seared tenderloin with butter poached lobster tails. Sides for the table include lobster mac ‘n’ cheese, Parmesan truffle fries, au gratin potatoes, roasted wild mushrooms, sauteed spinach, Sam’s mashed potatoes, creamed spinach, grilled asparagus with lemon Mosto, soy-glazed brussels sprouts with bacon and creamed corn with bacon. Also, appetizers, salads and dessert.
WHERE: 7600 Shelbyville Road
WHEN: Dec. 31
MORE INFORMATION: Reservations required. thecapitalgrille.com.
WHAT: Celebrate the new year at Connors Steak & Seafood. Connors uses wood-fired grills to prepare USDA choice, grain-fed aged beef and fresh seafood. Also enjoy appetizers, salads, pasta, and an extensive Kentucky bourbon and whiskey selection.
WHERE: 615 S. Hurstbourne Parkway
WHEN: Dec. 31, 11 a.m. to 10 p,m.
MORE INFORMATION: Gluten free options available and a kids menu for ages connorsrestaurant.com
WHAT: Cuvee Wine Table, a wine bar and small plate restaurant, is celebrating the new year with a very special New Year’s Eve menu by chef Arthur Berry, paired with wine chosen by Master Sommelier Scott Harper. The regular menu will not be available.
WHERE: 3598 Springhurst Blvd.
WHEN: Dec. 31
MORE INFORMATION: Reservations available on OpenTable. cuveewinetable.com
WHAT: The neighborhood restaurant located in the heart of Butchertown is serving a three course prix fixe dinner.
WHERE: 1076 E. Washington St.
WHEN: Dec. 31. Reservations from 5-9:45 p.m.
MORE INFORMATION: $85 per person. decaderestaurant.com
WHAT: This industrial-chic bistro from James Beard Award semifinalist chef Dallas McGarity is known for its New American small plates, mains and imaginative craft cocktails.
WHERE: 2011 Grinstead Drive
WHEN: Dec. 31
MORE INFORMATION: Reservations available on OpenTable. fatlamblouisville.com
WHAT: Ring in the new year on the rooftop at the High Stakes Grill. Celebrate early with dinner from 4-9 p.m. while listening to live jazz by Carly Johnson (6-9 p.m.). The rooftop will transform into an exclusive, New Year’s Eve party at 9 p.m. for guests ages 21 and over. Tickets include two cocktails or mocktails, buffet, live entertainment from DJ Louis-Villian and a toast at midnight.
WHERE: Tempo by Hilton Louisville Downtown, 710 E. Jefferson St.
WHEN: Dec. 31, 4 p.m. to midnight
MORE INFORMATION: Cost varies for dinner, $99 per person for New Year’s Eve party. Reservations are required and can be made on OpenTable. highstakesgrill.com.
WHAT: Joe’s Crab Shack is serving coastal dishes including fried shrimp platters, signature fish entrées, famous steam pots, and creative cocktails.
WHERE: 131 W. River Road
WHEN: Dec. 31, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
MORE INFORMATION: 502-568-1171, joescrabshack.com
WHAT: Ring in the new year around the LouVino table with a four-course dinner. Menu: first course, oyster on the half shell. Second course (choice of one), Maryland cream of crab soup, sherry wine, lump blue crab meat, Old Bay, micro celery; roasted beet salad, salt roasted mixed baby beets, baby arugula, orange Supremes, goat cheese, toasted walnuts, champagne vinaigrette. Third course (choice of one), pan seared scallops, griddled corn cakes, basil jalapeno coulis, tomato jam, micro greens; grilled 8-ounce filet mignon, twice baked potato, grilled asparagus, bearnaise; hickory smoked tofu, honey roasted sweet potatoes, haricots verts, piperade. Fourth course (choice of one), triple chocolate mousse, chocolate ganache, fresh berries; LouVino Crème Brûlée, sea salt caramel, fresh berries, Chantilly crème; sorbet trio, limoncello, blood orange and mango sorbet, Chantilly crème, fresh berries, toasted almond biscotti.
WHERE: Douglass Hills, 11400 Main St.
WHEN: Dec. 31
MORE INFORMATION: Dinner is $100 per person (food only). A $25 per person deposit is required at booking and will be removed from your bill the night of your dinner. Reservations are required and can be made on OpenTable. louvino.com/douglass-hills.
WHAT: Start early and enjoy some of Morning Fork’s favorite dishes including short rib benedict with a hash brown base and béarnaise sauce; Morning Fork ’n breakfast sandwich on toasted Hawaiian bread; jumbo cinnamon roll (made in-house); red velvet cornmeal pancake with butter cream cheese icing. Enjoy a special champagne cocktail, the Midnight Kiss. On New Year’s Day, dine in your pajamas.
WHERE: 1722 Frankfort Ave.
WHEN: Dec. 31 and Jan. 1, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.
MORE INFORMATION: 502-830-9500. morningforklouisville.com.
WHAT: Offering a four-course all-inclusive fondue experience. First course, cheese fondues (choice of one), bourbon bacon cheddar, queso salsa fresca or green Goddess cheddar. Second course (choice of one), Caesar or bacon-topped house. Third course (choice of one), The Classic includes pacific white shrimp, herb crusted chicken, teriyaki steak, garlic pepper sirloin, Memphis dry rub pork; The Delight includes petite filet, pacific white shrimp, herb crusted chicken, teriyaki steak, garlic pepper sirloin, Memphis dry rub pork; The Indulgence, cold water lobster tail, pacific white shrimp, herb crusted chicken, teriyaki steak, garlic pepper sirloin, Memphis dry rub. Fourth course (choice of one), bananas foster, flaming turtle, raspberry dark chocolate.
WHERE: 2045 S. Hurstbourne Parkway
WHEN: Dec. 31, 3-11 p.m.
MORE INFORMATION: $75 per person. Includes cheese fondue, salad, entrée, and chocolate fondue. meltingpot.com.
WHAT: Monk’s Road Boiler House is a luxury-style chophouse from Log Still Distillery located on Whiskey Row in downtown Louisville.
WHERE: 131 W. Main St.
WHEN: Dec. 31
MORE INFORMATION: monksroadbh.com
WHAT: Enjoy a classic Morton’s dining experience with the Chateaubriand Holiday Dinner for Two. Chateaubriand is a thick, tender, and lean cut of beef from the center of the tenderloin. Enjoy a three-course dinner. First-course (choice of one to share), winter harvest salad, lobster bisque, Caesar salad. Entrée (sliced and served for the table), Chateaubriand cut, roasted shallots, red wine demi reduction, béarnaise, au jus. Sides (choice of two for the table), truffled cream corn, sour creamed mashed potatoes, smoke gouda and bacon au gratin potatoes, creamed spinach, thick cut onion rings, charred broccolini. Dessert (choice of one to share), pecan streusel cheesecake, chocolate layer cake, Morton’s legendary hot chocolate cake (upgrade to Morton’s hot chocolate sundae, $6).
WHERE: 626 W. Main St.
WHEN: Dec. 31, 4-11 p.m.; Jan. 1, 4-9 p.m.
MORE INFORMATION: Add twin petite cold-water lobster tails or two jumbo lump crab cakes for an additional $39, ‘Oscar style’ crab for an additional $12, lobster macaroni shells and cheese for an additional $19. Serving the regular menu New Year’s Day. Reservations suggested. mortons.com.
WHAT: Family friendly New Year’s Eve with NYE decorations will take place at Noche Mexican BBQ in the Highlands. Plus, celebrate the first day of 2026 with brunch with bottomless mimosas.
WHERE: 1838 Bardstown Road, Louisville
WHEN: Dec. 31, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Jan. 1, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
MORE INFORMATION: nochemexicanbbq.com.
WHAT: Enjoy fresh seafood with an Italian influence at Osteria’s New Year’s Eve, with two seafood specials and live music.
WHERE: 1211 Herr Lane
WHEN: Dec. 31, 11 a.m. 10 p.m.
MORE INFORMATION: Reservations at OpenTable and 502-423-5822. osterialouisville.com.
WHAT: This Mediterranean restaurant features paella, cocktails, and steak, along with wood-fired oven-baked options.
WHERE: 900 Baxter Ave.
WHEN: Dec. 31
MORE INFORMATION: paseolouisville.com
WHAT: Celebrate New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day at the Porch Kitchen and Bar. New Year’s Eve, celebrate with Surf ‘N Turf and a champagne toast.
WHERE: Louisville Marriott Downtown, 280 W. Jefferson St.
WHEN: Dec. 31, 5-11 p.m.
MORE INFORMATION: Reservations requested. porchlouisville.com.
WHAT: This longtime spot on Frankfort Avenue is known for its Northern Italian fare and extensive wine list.
WHERE: 2730 Frankfort Ave.
WHEN: Dec. 31
MORE INFORMATION: porcini502.com
WHAT: Join Ruth’s Chris and ring in the new year with style and steak. Starters include Caesar salad, lettuce wedge, Ruths chopped salad, steak house salad, French onion soup (choose one); entree, 16-ounce New York Strip, 24-ounce T-Bone, 16-ounce ribeye, 4-ounce petite filets and shrimp, 8- and 11-ounce filets, 26-ounce cowboy ribeye, 40-ounce porterhouse for two, 19-ounce bone-in New York strip, 40-ounce tomahawk ribeye and sides; chocolate sin cake, bread pudding, cheesecake, cream brulee, and carrot cake.
WHERE: Wright Tower, 6100 Dutchmans Lane, 16th Floor
WHEN: Dec. 31
MORE INFORMATION: Cost varies with selection. Reservations recommended. m.ruthschris.com.
WHAT: Sake a Gogo is a Japanese restaurant from restaurateur Kevin Grangier, who is behind other restaurants including Le Moo, Grassa Gramma and more.
WHERE: 620 E. Market St.
WHEN: Dec. 31
MORE INFORMATION: sakeagogo.com
WHAT: Enjoy dinner and drinks 25 stories above downtown Louisville at Swizzle with guest receiving a glass of champagne upon arrival. Enjoy a four-course dinner, first course (choice of 1), Caesar salad, Arugula salad, lobster bisque. Second course, shrimp risotto with cured tomato and caramelized leek; poached lobster, tarragon oil. Third course (choice of 1), 8-ounce filet, roasted garlic mashed Yukon potato, grilled asparagus, truffle bearnaise; chili rubbed lamb porterhouse, olive and carrot Moroccan couscous, brown butter Brussels sprouts, blistered pepper and feta salad; Joyce Farms Airline chicken breast, bacon, kale and cauliflower hash, black eyed pea puree, smoked chicken demi-glace; crab and garlic crusted halibut, herb butter popcorn rice, balsamic glazed broccolini, roasted fennel cream sauce. Fourth course (choice of one), mixed Berries with crème fraiche; key lime pie; strawberry Tiramisu; chocolate flourless torte.
WHERE: Galt House, 140 N. Fourth St.
WHEN: Dec. 31
MORE INFORMATION: $175 per person including tax and gratuity. Reservations can be made through OpenTable. swizzle25.com.
WHAT: Varanese’s menu boasts an array of options from stuffed grape leaves, and fried green tomato salad, to signature entrées including seared boneless pork chop, and caramelized orange salmon. Finish with a fried banana accompanied by a house-made oatmeal cookie dough ice cream dessert.
WHERE: 2106 Frankfort Ave.
WHEN: Dec. 31
MORE INFORMATION: Reservations available on OpenTable. varanese.com
WHAT: Vincenzo’s, which has been serving Louisville diners since 1986, is known for its refined, romantic vibe with formally-attired staff pairing Italian fare with a sizable wine list.
WHERE: 150 S. 5th St.
WHEN: Dec. 31
MORE INFORMATION: Reservations available on OpenTable. vincenzositalianrestaurant.com
WHAT: Since opening in April 2022, Watch Hill Proper’s American whiskey selections have grown to nearly 2000 unique bottles, making it the largest American Whiskey bar in the world.
WHERE: 11201 River Beauty Loop, Prospect
WHEN: Dec. 31
MORE INFORMATION: Reservations available on OpenTable. watchhillproper.com
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