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, Tortilla Chips $16$16
  • Burrata Cheese and Charred Cherry Tomatoes Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Fresh Basil, Balsamic Reduction, Grilled Crostini$12

Salads

  • Curly Endive and Warm Nueske’s Bacon Salad Roasted Sweet Potatoes, Granny Smith Apples$12

Entrées

  • Filet Oscar Char Broiled Certified Angus Filet Butter Whipped Potatoes, Grilled Asparagus, Jumbo Lump Crab, Hollandaise, Veal Demi$48
  • Pan Seared Walleye Sage-Cranberry Rice Pilaf, Grilled Eggplant, Blistered Shishito Peppers Corn Butter Sauce$36
  • Seared U-10 Diver Scallops Citrus infused Chilled Israeli Couscous, Roasted Heirloom Carrots, English Peas, Balsamic Reduction$44
  • 8oz. Prime Dry-Aged Long Island Strip Steak Fall Squash Puree, Grilled Asparagus, Cremini Mushrooms, Natural Reduction$48

Dessert

  • Warm Molten Chocolate Cake with Salted Caramel Center Candied Pecans, Caramel-Sea Salt Ice Cream$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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