Jack Fry's: Experience New American Cuisine in a Cozy Ambiance

What an amazing find! The pork chop and beef shortribs did not disappoint. The waitstaff and manager were very attentive and interactive. What a storied place and cool bar. We will definitely tell others and be back!

My Fiance and me have been going to Jack Frys for our anniversary for the past 4 years. There has never been a time where we were disappointed. We recently celebrated six years together on Oct 14 and our waiter Will was fantastic. He was very professional when i had ordered something that they had ran out of that night and he even took off my fiances drink he ended up not liking. What topped off the night was when he brought out a bunt cake for us and it even had a candle for our anniversary. If you are looking for a nice date night restaurant i definitely recommend Jack Frys.

Overall, this was a good experience. The waitstaff was friendly and attentive, and the flavors met my expectations for a restaurant of this caliber. There were two small hiccups: my husband’s steak was overcooked (we decided to go with it and continue enjoying our meal), and the strawberry cobbler, while flavorful, was too runny and lacked the richness we were hoping for in the sauce. Still, the taste of the cobbler itself was wonderful. All in all, a positive dining experience.

The food was fantastic. Very good service. The cocktails are good and reasonably priced. The appetizers and entrees are all very good. The atmosphere is romantic and just right for a date night. Can be a little loud (especially during the weekends) but you can still carry a conversation above the noise. Valet parking is convenient, especially with limited parking next to the building. We'll be back!

Excellent service with delicious and beautifully presented food. We had the heirloom tomatoes over latkes for an appetizer, seafood pasta, pork chop, and bourbon short ribs for main course. Who knew there was such good seafood in Louisville! Definitely worth your time for lunch or dinner. Everything was fabulous.

I can see why New York Times has this as the first place to eat in its “36 hours in Louisville“ article. Stephanie-the owner- made sure everyone was happy. I can see why it wins Best in Louisville awards repeatedly.

Jack Fry's is a true Louisville classic. It’s classy and timeless, and works just as perfectly for a casual meal at the bar as it does for an intimate date, a business lunch, or a group celebration. The atmosphere is incredibly welcoming. The staff is professional, competent, and strikes that rare balance of being warm and familiar without ever feeling too casual or too stiff. At the bar and during lunch service, be sure to see Vanessa. Stephanie, the owner, is very hands-on and present. She’s there every day, greets guests, gets to know you, and makes you feel like family — something you don’t find often anymore. The food is outstanding across the board. The burger is an absolute must, and honestly, you can’t go wrong with anything on the menu — tutti bene. The wine list is thoughtfully curated, not overdone, and the pairing recommendations are spot-on. Just trust them. And if you’re in the mood for a cocktail or martini, it will be perfect. You simply can’t spend time in Louisville — or live here — without putting Jack Fry’s on your must-see list or keeping it in regular rotation. Highly recommended.

This was such an enchanting experience. It came as a recommendation for bartender at another establishment. We changed our reservation at Reveal to come to Jack Fry's and it did not disappoint!! We will definitely be back when we are in Louisville next. What a wonderful way to celebrate my 50th birthday!!!