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  • August Moon
    Chinese classics like stir-fries and spring rolls share space with signature dishes including beef or chicken in a spicy Grand Marnier reduction and lamb in ginger-black bean sauce. The drink list includes house martinis like the pineapple cosmo and infused Finlandia vodka martinis.
    456-6569
    augustmoonbistro.com
    $$ | Lexington Road/Grinstead | Asian
  • Maido
    A lengthy and ambitious menu at this sake bar allows you to taste a variety of traditional Japanese cuisine and fusion.
    894-8775
    maidosakebar.com
    $$ | Clifton/Crescent Hill | Japanese
  • Fleur de Lis Cafe
    This cafe serves American cuisine with a French flair and also offers an extensive vegetarian and vegan menu. Try the vegetable and caramelized onion lasagna roll.
    456-6566
    fleurdeliscafeonline.com
    $$ | Highlands | Cafes
  • Hill Street Fish Fry
    This small, largely carry-out seafood hub boasts a “greaseless” seasoned and breaded fish sandwich, topped with freshly made tartar sauce. Other menu choices include oysters, clams and scallops. All food is fresh and cooked-to-order.
    636-3474
    hillstreetfishfry.com
    $ | Old Louisville | Seafood
  • Coach Lamp Restaurant
    Serving a menu of “Creole favorites,” and another of European-inspired entrées, this eclectic eatery located on the edge of Germantown covers a world of flavors. The spacious patio provides the perfect atmosphere to relax and enjoy the food.
    583-9165
    coachlamprestaurant.com
    $$$ | Germantown | Upscale Casual
  • Kashmir Indian Restaurant
    Flavorful food from northern India served in an intimate setting. Try the tikka masala or tandoori chicken from the regular menu, or sample several dishes from the lunch buffet. Traditional drinks like mango lassi or the sweet and spicy masala tea go fabulously with the food.
    473-8765
    kashmirlouisville.com
    $ | Highlands | Indian
  • Proof on Main

     

    217-6360
    proofonmain.com
    $$$$ | Downtown | Fine Dining
  • Nord’s Bakery
    This family-owned bakery in the heart of Germantown has it all — fresh-baked kuchen, doughnuts, cakes, pies, breads, butter buns and cookies. Yeah, we know the whole bacon thing is over done, but seriously — don’t leave without a maple-iced, bacon-topped Long John.
    634-0931
    $ | Germantown | Bakery/Desserts
  • Taco Punk
    Gourmet tacos that redefine fast food, served on house-made tortillas with a variety of salsas. Choose from a list of local ingredients, and grab a light bite or go for the whole punk platter.
    584-8226
    tacopunk.com
    $ | NuLu/East Market | Mexican/Southwestern
  • Bendoya Sushi Bar
    This downtown lunch spot offers a selection of sushi as well as Japanese favorites like miso and udon noodle soup.
    581-0700
    $ | Downtown | Japanese