Varanese

Perfect spot for date night. Service was great and food was amazing. We shared the sesame chicken and duck confit egg roll appetizers and both were delicious. For mains we got the beef short rib one of the specials and the lamb shank. Both were served with mashed potatoes and asparagus. SO good! It was very busy on a Saturday night even as we were leaving. They had live music in the main dining room. We will definitely be back!

Enjoyed the best service we’ve had in a long time as well as one of the best dinners. Kate, our server, was delightful! She was attentive, prompt and seemed genuinely happy to be working there. The clam chowder was one of the best we’ve ever had and my husband’s from New England. Our entrees consisted of the specials; skirt steak with shrimp add on, and the grilled swordfish with shrimp add on. Throw in some Sonoma Cutrer and Tito’s cocktails and this was a winning evening. An addition to our favorite restaurants in Louisville’s world class dining scene!

Amazing staff.. Excellent food, great ambience. The appetizer got delayed but they gave it to us on the house even though we didn't make a big deal of it. Loved the bread that were served as soon as we sat down. Nothing like live music.

Drinks and dessert were delicious. Food was ok. Not piping hot. Was wanting something to WOW me, but just didn't get that experience

Randomly picked this place while traveling and wanting something nice for dinner. This place was perfect. The server was attentive and friendly. The food was phenomenal. Loved the atmosphere. I would definitely recommend this place and come back next time I'm in town.

I have dined at Varanese many many times. The food, service and atmosphere are always excellent. I was prompted to write this review after an incredible anniversary dinner with my wife. They had a porterhouse steak special that sounded good, so we ordered it. When it arrived, I could not believe my eyes! It was huge! Being pre-sliced, I could tell it was prepared to perfect temperature. Then the taste: It was literally the best steak I have ever had in my 57 years. The seasoning, the sear, the char, the temperature, the cut, the meat quality and the amazing flavor were all perfect 10s.

Great food plus great service too. The owner clearly cares and is hands on and supportive. A great place to eat.

In Louisville as a tourist and ate here two weeks ago. Service was great, food was even better, and the ambiance even better than that. There was a duo, guitar and upright bass, who were great. Didn't try to overpower the room just played background but if you wanted to listen they were really good....worth listening to.

We had a great dinner here this Saturday. Our waiter was great. I had the Lamb Shank, a delicious spicy pineapple drink, and some duck egg rolls. It was all great!!

My Iceberg blue cheese salad was delicious but the cornmeal crusted Alaskan rockfish was tough as leather. Our server was very pleasant. Saturday night was busy and at times the noise decibel rating prevented actual conversation among our party. Sorry to post a less than flattering review. May try again at another time in the future.