Varanese dining room ambiance

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New American Cuisine

Open 7 Days a Week

A Neighborhood Gem on Frankfort Avenue

Nestled in Louisville’s historic Clifton neighborhood, Varanese welcomes up to 150 guests with award-winning New American cuisine crafted by Chef John Varanese. From locally sourced ingredients to inventive seasonal plates, every visit is a celebration of flavor.

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Daily Specials

Starters

  • Walu Ceviche Pico de Gallo, Chipotle Aioli, Grilled Flat Bread $16$16
  • Crab and Cream Cheese Stuffed Squash Blossoms Tempura Fried, Sweet Thai Chili Sauce$16
  • Stuffed Anaheim Pepper Bacon, Spanish Rice, Green Onion Jalapeno Sour Cream$14

Salads

  • Heirloom Tomato and Burrata Salad Baby Arugula, Olive Oil, Balsamic Reduction, Black Lava Salt $18

Entrées

  • Gulf Shrimp & House-Made Chorizo Red Onions, Bell Peppers, Fried Capers, Cavatappi Pasta, Creole Cream Sauce$34
  • Crispy Pork Scallopini Elote Salad, Black Bean Rice Congris, Roasted Anaheim Peppers, Cotija Cheese, Molé Sauce$34
  • 16oz. Certified Angus Ribeye Smoked Roasted Fingerlings, Grilled Asparagus, Wine-Soaked Cherries Herb Compound Butter, Natural Reduction$58
  • Fried Soft Shell Crabs Plantain Fufu, Chili Roasted Cauliflower Saffron Lobster Butter Sauce$34

Dessert

  • Apple-Cranberry Cupcake$10
Chef John Varanese plating dishes

Dine With Us

Experience New American cuisine in an atmosphere of refined warmth. Reserve your table today and join us on Frankfort Avenue.

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