Loved everything about this place. The burgers were excellent! Even the plain fries we said were some of the best we've ever had. The bartender (Coby) was TALENTED with his craft. He made a mean old fashioned, and I had the most unique and delicious bloody Mary ever - made with whiskey. It was so good, I had to get two and I'll be craving those for the rest of my life. My husband enjoyed a guilty bourbon milkshake and loved it. The service from the whole staff was top notch! Only thing that possibly would have made it even better was vegan ice cream (can't eat diary) for the guilty milkshakes - that would have put me in heaven ☺️
Go here!!! You won’t regret it. I’m not a burger eater so it took me a few years to finally visit Sidebar. Omg the salads are INCREDIBLE and the drink selection looks amazing. We came here before a concert at the YUM center (it’s literally about 50 feet from the side door entrance) and enjoyed amazing salads. Can’t wait to return for drinks and dinner next time. Amazing service and a super fun ambiance. If you’re downtown and looking for food and fun, this is your place for sure.
Wow. This place is awesome. The service was impeccable, informative, patient, and got us out quick for the Cards game. Huge winner was the Pimento Cheese Burger (called something else). Best pimento cheese I’ve ever had. So smooth and mild. Worked so well on the perfectly cooked burger. The garlic Parmesan truffle fries are an absolute must! Best I’ve had. Perfect seasoning. I didn’t have the bourbon flights but my friend did and he liked that there were so many options - the bartenders had a ton of knowledge and made great suggestions. Would definitely come back!
In town on business and decided to try a nice burger spot. I haven't had a fried bologna sandwich since high school so thought I would give it a try. Great flavor and the beer cheese sauce was great on it. Fries were hot and crispy as well. I decided to treat myself to dessert and the red velvet milkshake was pretty damn good as well. Great spot to recommend!
Walked in here around 1pm and was able to get a bar seat with an awesome bartenders who knew his bourbon! The double double woodford is a must!
Their burgers are also next level. I ordered the sidebar burger and it was super fresh and delicious. So good I had to come back for seconds! It’s also right next to the Old Forrester Distillery which makes it a perfect stop before your tour.
We felt very welcome from just entering the building, the waitress was phenomenal and took care of us very well. The bloody Mary's here are amazing. We got the death penalty burger and Cajun fries and I have to say this is in my top burger choices, absolutely delicious and perfectly cooked. The guilty shake was very good as well. This is definitely a must when in Louisville.
Visited for the first time 9/25/23. Busy place, but we were able to snag a table for 3 quickly. Waiter and GM were amazing...sassy, funny and 100% professional taking care of guests in a timely manner despite how busy they were. A refreshing place to stop for a beverage (mixed drinks and taps were all delicious), appetizers and great burgers (they have other options). Not a deep menu, but everything we had was on point for temperature, flavor and portion size. Desserts looked great too, but we didn't leave room. Did I mention how awesome the staff is??!! Its a must return for my next visit.
Christopher Meriwether
+5
Great bourbon selection for neat pours. House barrel-aged Old Fashioned and Manhattan were both good. Loved the options to buy a whiskey flight of 1/2 oz pours. Will be back to try a burger.
Have been visiting and enjoying Sidebar for a decade almost. Delicious. It's probably my favorite burger place in Louisville. You have to get the truffle fries. Highly recommend the Hung Jury Burger and a milkshake as well.
Just went again for my birthday, and it was amazing as always!
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Best burgers I've ever had in my life. Judges Chambers is LIFE. I was swayed for the special today however - still great. I love bringing new people here.
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