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

  • Prosciutto Wrapped Chicken Kenny’s KY Moon Cheese, Baby Spinach, Smoked Goat Cheese, Heirloom Tomato Jam $14
  • 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

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$32
  • Seared U-10 Diver Scallops Rosemary Parmesan Rice, Oyster Mushrooms, Roasted Baby Heirloom Carrots, Saffron-Lobster Butter Sauce$44
  • Slow Braised Pork Shanks Tallow Fried Smashed Fingerling Potatoes, Grilled Broccolini, Chanterelle Mushrooms, Peppercorn Sauce$36
  • Filet Oscar 6oz. Grilled Angus Beef Tenderloin and Jumbo Lump Crab Butter Whipped Potatoes, Grilled Asparagus, Veal Demi, Hollandaise$44

Dessert

    Chef John Varanese plating dishes

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