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
  • Baked Beef & Pork Meatballs Stuffed with Parmesan Cheese Baby Spinach, Cremini Mushrooms, Tomato-Basil Sauce House-Smoked Mozzarella$14

Salads

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

Entrées

  • Smoked Salmon and Cavatappi Pasta Baby Spinach, Sun-Dried Tomatoes, Fried Capers, Goat Cheese Cream Sauce$26
  • 8oz. Prime Dry-Aged Long Island Strip Steak Roasted Kabocha Squash Hash, Grilled Asparagus, Oyster Mushrooms, Natural Reduction$48
  • Seared U-10 Diver Scallops Roasted Cauliflower and Carrot Puree, Mango Salsa, Carrot Top Pesto$44
  • Filet Oscar Char Broiled Certified Angus Filet Butter Whipped Potatoes, Grilled Asparagus, Jumbo Lump Crab, Hollandaise, Veal Demi$44

Dessert

  • Sweet & Savory Capriole Farms Goat Cheese Cheesecake Graham Cracker Cinnamon Crust, Red Berry Jam$10
Chef John Varanese plating dishes

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

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