Louisville continues to be nationally-recognized for it’s special dining options.

LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Louisville continues to be nationally-recognized for its delicious dining options, with two restaurants being named among the best in 2026.

USA Today’s list of the best restaurants you need to visit includes Italian restaurant, Volare, which is located at 2300 Frankfort Avenue.

“This honor reflects years of commitment to exceptional Italian cuisine, world-class wine, live music, and the kind of hospitality that turns dinner into an experience,” Volare wrote on social media. “Thank you to every guest who has celebrated with us and to our dedicated team who makes every evening unforgettable.”

The recognition comes just days after MeeshMeesh Mediterranean, located at 636 East Market Street, was ranked number 29 on Yelp’s list of Top 100 U.S. restaurants in 2026.

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