• The Grape Leaf
    The Grape Leaf has a long list of Mediterranean-influenced breakfast and lunch dishes. Middle-Eastern favorites like hummus, baba ghanoush and spanakopita can be ordered a la carte.
    897-1774
    grapeleafonline.com
    $$ | Clifton/Crescent Hill | Middle Eastern
  • The Bard’s Town
    A recently opened restaurant, lounge and live theater in the Highlands. The menu is eclectic with Shakespearean-named items like the Filet-dy MacBeth, Taming of the Stew and the Duke of Bourbon Brisket. The theater features poetry readings, live music, and plays.
    749-5275
    thebardstown.com
    $$ | Highlands | Bistros
  • Sala Thai
    Sala Thai’s upscale Bangkok-based favorites, served in a sleek, stylish atmosphere, downplay the often-fiery dishes found at many Thai places.
    493-3944
    $$ | Hurstbourne Corridor | Thai
  • Vince Staten's Old Time Barbecue
    Pulled pork and meaty ribs covered in one of six sauces from sweet Memphis-style to hot west Texas-style.
    228-7427
    $$ | Prospect/Upper River Road | Barbecue
  • Austin’s
    A wide-ranging menu based on contemporary Southern cuisine is nudged up a bit in preparation and presentation from the typical American bistro. Be sure to try the Maker’s Mark bourbon sirloin or the cedar plank salmon.
    423-1990
    austinslou.com
    $$ | Brownsboro Road/U.S. 42 | Upscale Casual
  • Michele's on Goss
    Chef Michele Brinke offers a selection of soups, salads and sandwiches to the lunch crowd at the Goss Avenue Antique Mall. On weekends the brunch menu includes four different kinds of eggs Benedict, pancakes that sound like dessert (S'mores and Peanut Butter Cup), and crepes with sweet or savory fillings.
    409-5909
    michelesongoss.com
    $$ | Germantown | Cafes
  • Tokyo
    Delicious sushi complements a traditional menu of teriyaki, katsu and bento boxes at this family-run restaurant. Enjoy hot or cold sake, Japanese or domestic beers, or wine.
    339-7171
    tokyosushis.com
    $$ | Brownsboro Road/U.S. 42 | Japanese
  • Thai Siam
    Some dishes on Thai Siam’s expansive menu will make you break a sweat, but items can be modified to diner’s spiciness preferences. Chef’s specialties include crispy red snapper with Thai chili sauce, Jungle Curry, and spicy string beans.
    458-6871
    thaisiam-ky.com
    $$ | Highlands | Thai
  • 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
    $$ | Highlands | Cafes
  • Otto’s Cafe
    The Seelbach’s more casual restaurant offers a breakfast buffet every day as well as a la carte options and lunch with local ingredients. Try the Kentucky Benedict — a regional twist on the traditional egg dish.
    585-3200 x279
    seelbachhilton.com
    $$ | Downtown | Cafes