Hidden gems: Cocktail bars in Louisville

Discover the city's hidden treasures—remarkable spots that are relatively undiscovered but offer exceptional experiences. Our selection criteria? A rating of 4.5 or higher with fewer than 150 reviews. Explore these lesser-known yet outstanding places that promise a delightful visit in Louisville. This list contains 10 places from Cocktail bar category.

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Epiphany
Cocktail bar
👍👍 I had an epiphany about epiphany! Maybe it was the back to back trips in January to meet folks. Maybe it was the trips in the spring, where I found the snacks to have changed. Epiphany us my new favorite place. Hidden away Of off Baxter avenue, this fabulous cocktail bar is located in the old USPS s...
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4.90 (86 reviews)
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Pretty Decent
Cocktail bar
👍👍 Drove to Louisville from Chicago to visit this bar specifically. One of the best places I’ve been to in a long time. Amazing drinks and an extensive back bar or great Central/Southern American spirits!
$$$ $
4.90 (60 reviews)
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Never Say Die Bar
Cocktail bar
👍👍 Cool little Bar/Art Gallery with a killer Iron Maiden pinball machine.
4.90 (58 reviews)
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Parlay Sports Bar
Restaurant
👍👍 Found this little gem walking distance from my apartment. Been here for over a year. Though I've heard about it, and walked or scootered by atleast 50 times. I never noticed it. Great atmosphere, great service,and very good burger! The juiciest burger I've had in years. My partner had the chicken sa...
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4.80 (149 reviews)
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Darling's
Cocktail bar
👍👍 I had a mocktail, “ Lavender Collins” - the bartender created. It was delicious! My first time here ! Cute ambiance ! I will put on my “ to visit again” list ! Recommend ❤️ Went back tonight & bartender, Emily, made an amazing - beet based - holiday themed mocktail !
4.70 (97 reviews)
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Wild Swann Restaurant
Restaurant
👍👍 A cozy little spot tucked away in the basement of a hotel you probably never heard about. Good food and super neat surroundings. Plus all the bourbon you could ever want.
4.60 (92 reviews)
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EL PAISAJE MEXICAN BAR & GRILL
Mexican restaurant
👍👍 Everything was great everything I order from here is exactly or better than what I’m looking for. I highly recommend this place it has something on the menu for everyone! The waitress are on point! There is nothing I hate about this place awesome place for the whole family!!!
$$ $$
4.60 (50 reviews)
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The Chef's Table
Event venue
👍👍 Chef Ryan is exceptional! Each dish was exquisite and full of flavor. The entire evening was incredibly fun.
4.60 (14 reviews)
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Gertie's Whiskey Bar - Louisville
Cocktail bar
👍👍 Great service and great drinks! This is the Whiskey bar Louisville has been waiting for. Cute and intimate with a slinky surprise downstairs ;) You can’t go wrong with the Old Fashioned or Manhattan. Definitely need to check them out!
4.50 (108 reviews)
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