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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. Te spacious patio provides the perfect atmosphere to relax and enjoy the food. Lunch Tues.-Fri.; dinner Wed.-Sat. Reservations accepted. 751 Vine St., 583-9165 coachlamprestaurant.com. $$$. Corner Cafe Tis popular Lyndon spot features an eclectic menu with a Cajun flair. Try the andouille- stuffed chicken, blackened beef tenderloin, or shrimp and grits. Tey also offer gourmet pizzas, sandwiches and New York-style subs. Lunch Mon.-Fri.; dinner Mon.-Sat. Reservations for six or more. 9307 New LaGrange Road, 426-8119 cornercafelouisville.com. $$$. De la Torre's Tis restaurant offers diners a journey to Spain without leaving the Bluegrass. A list of tapas dishes, paella, calamari and lamb roasted with garlic dot a menu that reflects the best of Spanish flavors and spices. Dinner Tues.-Sat. Reservations accepted. 1606 Bardstown Road, 456-4955 delatorres.com. $$$. Doc Crow's Doc Crow's offers a taste of the coastal South in a chic setting on Whiskey Row. Oysters are a specialty — try them raw, fried, or baked — as well as po-boys and pulled pork sandwiches. Lunch/ dinner Mon.-Fri., Dinner Sat. Reservations accepted for six or more. 127 W. Main St., 257-7132, ext. 0 doccrows.com. $$$. Gary's on Spring Tis beautifully renovated restaurant offers classic, upscale bistro fare. Favorites so far include potato-encrusted grouper, blackened Bourbon Street scallops, and a bison ribeye steak. Our reviewer highly recommends the Caesar salad. Dinner Mon.-Sat. Dress: Business casual. 204 S. menu with everything made from scratch. Lunch/ dinner daily. Dress: Business casual. 102 Oxmoor Court, 339-2206 jalexanders.com. $$$. J. Harrod's Tis Prospect mainstay has a cozy fireplace and a varied but traditional menu that includes classics like country ham and fried chicken along with a variety of beef and seafood options. Dinner Tues.-Sun. Reservations recommended. 7507 Upper River Road, 228-4555 jharrodsrestaurant.com. $$$. Jack Binion's Steakhouse Located at the Horseshoe Casino, this restaurant provides a menu featuring steaks, Maine lobster and decadent desserts. Dinner daily. Reservations recommended. 11999 Casino Center Drive SE, 473-6028 harrahs.com. $$$$. + Jack Fry's (Fine Dining) Tis perennial favorite offers a cozy, lamp-lit atmosphere that evokes an old speakeasy. Te menu consists of upscale American dishes that feature local products like country ham and Capriole cheeses. Don't miss Jack's Burger or the historic black-and-white photographs on the walls. Lunch Mon.-Fri.; dinner daily. Reservations recommended. Dress: Business casual. 1007 Bardstown Road, 452-9244 jackfrys. com. $$$$. KT's For those who like homestyle American cuisine in its purest form, the no-frills menu is sure to please. Chicken fingers, steaks, and sandwiches are all included. Lunch/dinner daily; brunch Sat.- Sun. Reservations accepted. 2300 Lexington Road, 458-8888 ktsrestaurant.com. $$. Spring St., 584-5533 garysonspring.com. $$$$. Harvest Restaurant Since at least 80 percent of Harvest's ingredients are sourced from local farms and producers, the only things that stay the same at this trendy new place are the seasonal changes. But with entrées like buttermilk fried chicken and smoked pork shoulder as the backbone of the menu, you can't go wrong. Lunch/dinner Tues.-Sat. Lunch Sun. Reservations accepted. 624 E. Market St., 384- 9090 harvestlouisville.com. $$$. Equus Restaurant Equus offers inventive American regional cuisine served by a seasoned staff. Favorites include a veal sweetbreads appetizer, Parmesan-crusted sea bass and fried chicken with kale and potatoes. Dinner daily. Reservations recommended. Dress: Business casual. 122 Sears Ave., 897-9721 equusrestaurant.com. $$$. Intermezzo Cafe and Cabaret Actors Teatre's Intermezzo evokes a French bistro with its menu and decor. Popular dishes include Parmesan-crusted tilapia and crepes du jour. When the theater is dark, so is the restaurant. Lunch is available two hours before matinee performances; dinner Tues.-Sun. Reservations recommended. 316 W. Main St., 561- 3344 intermezzolouisville.com. $$$. 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 swank atmosphere and a conservative [86] LOUISVILLE MAGAZINE 2.12 Limestone Tis restaurant employs all the charm of the South and Chef Jim Gerhardt's "new Southern" cooking. Te indecisive will enjoy the "Feed Me Chef" option — a five-course tasting menu specially chosen by the chef himself each night. Lunch Mon.-Fri.; dinner Mon.-Sat.; brunch Sun. Reservations recommended. Dress: Business casual. 10001 Forest Green Blvd., 426-7477 limestonerestaurant.com. $$$. Majid's St. Matthews You might know restaurateur Majid Ghavami from Saffron and Volare. He brings his magic touch to his newest venture, serving Mediterranean/American cuisine with distinct Persian influences. Dinner nightly, Brunch Sunday. Dress: Business casual. 3930 Chenoweth Square , 618-2222 majidstmatthews. com. $$$. + Mozz Tis trendy spot, named for the creamy, house-made mozzarella cheese, is really like several restaurants in one. Enjoy an upscale Italian dinner or lunch, a quick bite at the Mozz bar, or a premium cocktail at the bar. Lunch Mon.-Fri; dinner nightly. 445 East Market St., 690-6699 mozzlouisville. com. $$$. Napa River Grill California atmosphere and cuisine transported to Louisville. Fans of alfresco dining will enjoy the patio, which features a fire pit at each table for chilly evenings. Te menu includes creative twists on steak and seafood, and the wine list — as would be expected from a place with Napa in the name — is a standout. Lunch Mon.-Fri.; dinner daily. Reservations accepted. Dress: Business casual. 1211 Herr Lane, 423-5822 napariverlouisville.com. $$$. North End Cafe Tis bright, airy cafe, located in two adjoining renovated houses, is known for its breakfast menu which is served all day. Favorites include house-smoked trout hash and stacks of cornmeal pancakes — with or without the ever- changing toppings. Te lunch and dinner menus are also sure bets. Breakfast/lunch daily; dinner Tues. - Sun. Reservations accepted. 1722 Frankfort Ave., 896-8770 northendcafe.com. $$$. Porcini Porcini, named for the flavorful mushroom featured in many of its dishes, serves upscale Northern-Italian inspired dishes. Menu standouts include the strip steak with gorgonzola butter and rack of lamb with bourbon and rosemary jus. Dinner Mon.-Sat. Reservations accepted. Dress: Business casual. 2730 Frankfort Ave., 894-8686 porcinilouisville.com. $$$. Seviche, A Latin Restaurant Tis newly- renovated restaurant still serves the Nuevo-Latino cuisine that made it a Louisville favorite. If you can't choose just one of the colorful and spicy seviche selections, we don't blame you. Try the seviche tasting option, with three or four small portions of the fresh seafood creations. Dinner daily. Reservations accepted. Dress: Business casual. 1538 Bardstown Road, 473-8560 sevicherestaurant.com. $$$. Uptown Cafe Te Uptown provides an elegant atmosphere on an eclectic stretch of Bardstown Road. Have dinner at one of the sidewalk tables, and watch people from all walks of life stroll by. Te menu is equally eclectic, with a selection of pasta dishes, dinner salads, and entrées with Asian influences. Lunch/dinner Mon.-Sat. Reservations accepted for seven or more. 1624 Bardstown Road, 458-4212 uptownlouisville.com. $$$. Varanese With nightly live jazz and a four- seasons patio with interior waterwall, this Frankfort Avenue establishment fuses a vibrant atmosphere with creative cuisine. Try the fried green tomato salad or caramelized orange salmon. Dinner daily. Reservations recommended. 2106 Frankfort Ave., 899-9904 varanese.com. $$$. The Village Anchor Pub & Roost Tis spot in the charming little village of Anchorage serves American comfort food like double-battered fried chicken, fried bologna, and a meatloaf burger. For after-dinner drinks, try the equally charming downstairs bar, the Sea Hag. Lunch/dinner daily. 11507 Park Road, 708-1850 villageanchor.com. $$$. Volare Traditional, upscale Italian cuisine with a contemporary flair, featuring fresh seafood, veal dishes and house-made pastas. Especially tempting selections include Osso Buco Milanese, Risotto con Gambero, and anything from the dessert menu Dinner daily. Reservations accepted. 2300 Frankfort Ave., 894-4446 volare-restaurant.com. $$$$. Z's Fusion As the name implies, the cross-culinary menu is a fusion of Pan-Asian flavors that pulls from the best of Japanese, Chinese and Polynesian flavors. Tucked in the old Kunz's building, this eatery reaches for an urbane and innovative vibe that reflects the inventive menu. Lunch Mon.-Fri.; dinner daily. 115 S. Fourth St., 855-8000 zsfusion.com. $$$.