• Texas Roadhouse
    This locally based chain’s portions of hearty steaks, killer ribs and legendary margaritas live up to the size of its name. For something different, try the Rattlesnake Bites and Roadkill.
    897-5005
    texasroadhouse.com
    $$ | St. Matthews | Steakhouses
  • The Cheesecake Factory
    This high-end chain restaurant is famous for its extensive menu featuring salads, pasta dishes, seafood, steaks and “glamburgers.”
    897-3933
    thecheesecakefactory.com
    $$$ | St. Matthews | Selected Major Chain Restaurants
  • Lemongrass Cafe
    Thai, Chinese and Vietnamese creations are all on the menu at Lemongrass Cafe. A good vegetarian selection is available.
    893-7757
    $ | St. Matthews | Thai
  • J. Alexander's Restaurant
    Baby-back ribs, prime rib and house-made desserts are specialties at this Louisville location of the Nashville-based chain. It also has a swanky atmosphere and a conservative menu with everything made from scratch.
    339-2206
    jalexanders.com
    $$$ | St. Matthews | Upscale Casual
  • Bravo! Cucina Italiana
    Bravo serves Italian food in a fun environment under Roman “ruins.” The open kitchen prepares hickory-smoked steaks, chops and whole fresh fish. Try the wood-grilled salmon salad or Sicilian pizza, made in a wood-fired oven.
    326-0491
    bravoitalian.com
    $$ | St. Matthews | Italian
  • Oriental House
    This Chinese restaurant has been a St. Matthews staple for years. Traditional dishes, like braised duck web, may be a stretch for some, but the Oriental House beef and Chinese broccoli are also satisfying.
    897-1017
    $ | St. Matthews | Chinese
  • Asahi Japanese Restaurant
    Sushi chef Yong Tak, formerly of Osaka, brings his sushi skills to Lexington Road, where he serves up food like the Asahi roll, the house specialty, and chicken teriyaki.
    895-1130
    $$ | St. Matthews | Japanese
  • Rainbow Blossom Natural Food Market
    Along with tasty soups and sandwiches, you’ll find delicious sushi rolls and top-notch smoothies, as well as a large selection of low-carb entrées. Try the unique tofu eggless salad, signature Rainbow Rito (a vegetarian burrito) or test from a menu that varies daily.
    896-0189
    rainbowblossom.com
    $ | St. Matthews | Natural/Vegetarian
  • The Fishery
    This St. Matthews destination is best known for its fried fish sandwich, but baked scrod, salmon croquettes, pan-fried oysters and shrimp and chicken strip dinners are on the bill as well.
    895-1188
    thefishery.com
    $ | St. Matthews | Seafood
  • Salsarita’s Fresh Cantina
    At this fast casual restaurant, all meals are made in front of you while you pick fresh ingredients for items such as tacos, burritos, salads or quesadillas.
    897-5323
    salsaritas.com
    $ | St. Matthews | Mexican/Southwestern