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  • 5/5 Dana H. 2 years ago on Google
    Really cool atmosphere. Grab a seat outside, but there are indoor seats available, too. Go to the bar to order drinks and food. They have a really huge selection of bourbon. Try their cocktails, too. The pizza is amazing, great for one or two people. Dog-friendly.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Catherine 1 year ago on Google • 318 reviews
    I got there as they just opened it up since I didn't know what time they open. I just want to get out of the cold and had chance to try this place. I ordered bourbon cocktail and pizza. The pizza is Brussel Sprouts. It is very good. I will come back to try few more cocktails and pizza.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Ian R. 3 months ago on Google • 43 reviews New
    For a place that seems to pride it's inclusiveness our family didn't feel very welcome. We came in a large group and I understand that can be overwhelming but the server was incredibly inappropriate. The food was great though and I'm sure we would have had a better time with the games if the weather permitted so I won't fault them for that. All the pizzas we had were wonderful, so I would definitely recommend ordering out.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 D C. 2 years ago on Google
    Coming from out of town, food I give a 3, decor and atmosphere I give a 5. Outdoor area is welcoming. Ordered at the bar, and food was sent to our table. Indoor and outdoor seating. Customer service was nice and provided recommendations for drinks. Definently will visit again.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Bruce K. 7 months ago on Google • 1908 reviews
    Our second stop and we had a super time here becauuse how could you not? The Garage Bar is appropriately named as it is a converted service station with the dining room inside where cars were probably lifted up for oil changes and repairs, the outside where the pumps used to be. It's an interesting vibe and on a hot summer day, we sat inside. Warmly welcomed, we placed drink orders and a pizza to share. The margarita pizza didn't take long. Tasty, fresh and topped appropriately with cheese and a piece of basil for each slice. Very flavorful. For my drink, the basil gimlet caught my eye. A little spicy, a lot of booze and freshingly chilling on this hot day. When the drinks were done, we headed onwards to a full dinner but this was fun!

  • 2/5 Gamaliel C. 2 years ago on Google
    If you are going to eat pizza, please do not come here. By far the WORST PIZZA in Louisville. If you just want to drink and have fun, definitely come here. Is a good place to drink and have fun with friends, but go and eat in other place. Bartenders are excellent, and the atmosphere is awesome. That's the only reason I gave it two stars.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Xabier G. 8 months ago on Google • 244 reviews
    Awesome pizza and beer place! The beers were really good, and the pizzas creative! We had the sweet corn one with lime and cilantro, really interesting and super pillowy dough! The place is really cool too. Recommended!

  • 5/5 Brian W. 2 months ago on Google • 147 reviews New
    Pizza was delicious and bartenders were awesome. It's nice to go to a place where the bartender has a personality. Also an excellent bourbon selection

  • 5/5 blondeham 7 months ago on Google • 30 reviews
    Atmosphere is cool, brews were good, I’d imagine the food is great too but I only came for brews. Lots of seating, and different types of seating, like astroturf benches, fireplaces, indoor and outdoor seating. Would definitely come back to try some food next time but beers were good and nice area overall.

  • 5/5 Campbell I. 4 months ago on Google • 24 reviews
    Definitely a great place to go for a solid pizza dinner and good vibes. The service was great, the drinks were delicious, and the pizza is honestly killer. Their bison sausage pizza is unlike anything I've had before.

  • 5/5 Selma J. 7 months ago on Google • 14 reviews
    We stopped in to Garage Bar for some drinks during our weekend trip to Louisville, a really neat bar with a great atmosphere. They have a nice sized outdoor patio. We ended up ordering a pizza for a late night snack & wish we would have known about this place and ordered from here instead - their pizzas looked phenomenal!

  • 2/5 David A. 1 year ago on Google
    We ordered 2 pizzas, buffalo sausage and margarita with bacon and sausage. Both pizzas crust was so soggy you couldn't pick it up without the toppings falling off. Then to make matters worse the flavor wasn't good and at 42.00 for two small to medium pizzas I won't be back. The prices were beyond ridiculous.

  • 4/5 Dawn M. 1 year ago on Google
    A little over priced, but cool experience and pizza wasn’t too bad. Wish they would have put More meat on it. I will say there were things on the menu that I wanted that they did not have available as well, so that was a little upsetting. I would go back though!

  • 5/5 Katie G. 1 year ago on Google
    This was a great lunch spot. We had a large group for a Bach party and we chose to come here for a quick bite and drinks and even though you can’t make reservations it def worked out well for us! The service was great even though I’m sure we were a little annoying 😹 the pizza was phenomenal I got the Brussel sprout pizza and when I say don’t knock it before you try it I mean it! The atmosphere is also super cool!

  • 4/5 Janna G. 4 months ago on Google
    Food was delicious and clearly made from scratch. Service was great, and everyone was very friendly. The dining room was very clean. The bathroom needed some attention. Would definitely return and highly recommend the food!

  • 5/5 Joshua R. 7 months ago on Google • 4 reviews
    Holy heck! First off I came here with my dog and husband. They have a sign out front they say dogs welcome. Already a plus. Then the staff was so friendly and kind. The communication was effortless and easy to order. I ordered a margherita pizza, bacon and an old fashioned. The pizza was super tasty and the tomato sauce was fresh. I gave the bacon to my doggo and tried some... Let's just say he is spoiled because it was top tier bacon. The drink was citrusy and left me feeling not good but great. 100% try this place for a quick brunch and drink.

  • 5/5 Sophia E. F. 2 years ago on Google
    Garage bar had a really great vibe and seems like an awesome place to hang out to get some food and drinks (and play ping pong lol). Like a lot of Louisville they had an impressive mural and picnic tables outside which made it easy to get seated. Great drinks and solid pizza make it an easy place to hang out. We made our own pizza and got the cheesy bread all to split. I got the High Heat cocktail which was delicious! Definitely check this place out for a great start to a night out. Follow me on ig @sophiaeaaats for more recs!

  • 1/5 Richard A. 2 years ago on Google
    Fail. If you're a normal person, avoid this place. If you like to wear hand knit hats in 80 degree weather, sandals with socks, live in your moms basement at age 35. Love ping pong,, and the less than ordinary $17 6 slice pizza... This is your place.... The menu consisted of 5 pizzas, most had runny egg as a topping. There are no waitresses, you go up and get your own drinks, go up and place your order, a grumpy person drops your pizza on a less than stable pizza tray, and then they expect a tip. I dont tip anyone at McDonald's for doing the same thing. 2 drinks and a 12" 6 slice pizza $53... All 18 of us that went agree, never again.

  • 5/5 Kathleen K. 4 months ago on Google • 4 reviews
    Such wonderful pizza! Pizzas come in 12" size so it is perfect to split with someone for a light lunch. They also have such creative ideas. I got the butternut squash vegan pizza for $16 and it was seasonal perfection and actually a delicious vegan option which is so difficult outside of fully devoted vegan restaurants. We will certainly be back :)

  • 4/5 Jayminkumar P. 1 year ago on Google
    This is a pretty cool place. It has a nice setting. The indoor is limited in seating and about 2/3 of the crowd end up outside. The outside is more of a social area and can be fun. I usually get a pizza when I am here but I would say that it is a bit pricey for what it is.

  • 1/5 R d. 10 months ago on Google
    This place is truly hit and miss for me. I love the food and cocktail offerings, but sometimes they’re not quite up to par (pizzas are too soggy, cocktails are too sweet, food delivery is too slow, etc.). But I think the biggest issue is the service - when they’re attentive it’s fantastic, but more often than not they are aloof, lazy, and just don’t seem to care. And that’s just sad all around for a potentially fantastic neighborhood staple.

  • 5/5 Joseph H. 9 months ago on Google
    Stumbled upon this place walking around downtown Louisville on a Sunday. What a cool spot! Food was amazing and ambiance sitting outside was great! Smoked salmon and Caesar salad was fire!

  • 5/5 Genevieve H. 9 months ago on Google
    Fresh, well made plates, created one at a time with excellent ingredients. Fun atmosphere indoors and patio outside is nice as well as clean.

  • 4/5 Linsey P. 1 year ago on Google
    The only reason this was not 5 starts is because of portion size. I thought the amount of food on the ham and cheese plate and the beet and meatball plates could have all been more. Especially ham and cheese for the price. Otherwise the food was amazing, service very good, very fast, no waiting to sit on a Saturday night! Loved it.

  • 4/5 Kristina L. 4 years ago on Google
    Super cool ambiance - old car repair garage converted into a bar. Decor is themed and eclectic without being kitschy. The local ham and cheese was tasty, served with seasonal jam (carrot in this case). The bartender was friendly, even accommodated a special off-the-menu request. Pizza is very nearly Neapolitan style. Soft, bubbly crust baked in a wood fire oven. Basil added on top so it's crispy rather than slimy. Delish!

  • 4/5 Rebecca C. 4 years ago on Google
    Really fun atmosphere with fun pizza flavors. I ordered the plum pie that had fresh plum as a topping. Very fun and tasty. They also had a nice corn pizza. I love that they offered a popsicle on their happy hour menu. I liked the ginger in it. The regular flavored pizzas were good but I would have liked more cheese on the margarita. I would go back again for the plum pie.

  • 3/5 Beau A. 1 year ago on Google
    The group I was with was so excited to go here. They talked this place up like the best bar in Louisville. I was greatly disappointed. The pizza was not good. It was editable but won't eat it again. The bathrooms were gross, and only 2 individual bathrooms. The atmosphere was just mundane, really disappointed.

  • 4/5 Jarrod W. 2 years ago on Google
    Good food. Drinks are good. Great place to sit outside and enjoy some good weather. Pizza and meatball was really good. Service is polite and attentive. Our order was essentially forgotten, but we were in no rush and they were apologetic. I appreciate sincere remarks after a mistake. Will definitely come back, because I believe it was just a one time error.

  • 5/5 Michelle K. 4 years ago on Google
    Delicious place but pricey! The atmosphere is fun and has a feel good vibe. Waiters are great and service was good. Everything was fresh and made to order. We had pizzas. The dough was perfect and we enjoyed the ingredients. There is plenty of seating indoor and out. There is also activities and a cool mural.

  • 4/5 amanda r. 1 year ago on Google
    Came in yesterday afternoon and the drinks were super reasonable and very well made. Ended up getting some food and that was a lackluster experience, the individual who was in charge of bringing food to the table let the pizzas sit there for several minutes despite the place being pretty empty.


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    • ✓️ Beer
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    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Quick bite
    • ✓️ Food at bar
    • ✓️ Hard liquor
    • ✓️ Comfort food
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Happy hour food
    • ✓️ Late-night food
    • ✓️ Happy hour drinks
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    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Solo dining
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible restroom
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
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    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
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    • ✗ Delivery
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating

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