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Where to have brunch in Louisville
A stack of three pumpkin spice pancakes sits on a plate covered in powdered sugar. A caramel glaze coats the pancakes and they're topped with whipped cream.
bar Vetti’s seasonal pumpkin spice pancakes are a must-try. | Photo by LOUtoday
In this town, brunchin’ ain’t easy, but it’s necessary. Whether you’re on the hunt for fluffy eggs, fried chicken and waffles, or mind-blowing bloody Marys, the options can get as overwhelming as the lines at times. 🍳

Luckily, you have us to scout things out. We listed a whole bunch of brunch options (26 total), along with menu recs and pro tips. Plan your weekend and pour those mimosas.

Note: All times listed are brunch only.

Weekday wonders

The House of Marigold, 10310 Shelbyville Rd. | Daily, 8 a.m.-3 p.m. | Order Southern-inspired plates — like build-your-own deviled eggs and breakfast biscuits — at this Instagram-worthy restaurant.

Long, white tray of deviled eggs.

Dine in style at The House of Marigold.

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Photo by LOUtoday

Eggs Over Frankfort, 2712 Frankfort Ave. | Monday-Saturday, 7:30 a.m.-2 p.m. | If classic breakfast entrees are what you seek, then this is your ticket to a cozy, traditional breakfast.

Weekend musts

Proof on Main, 702 W. Main St. at 21c Museum Hotel | Saturday + Sunday, 8 a.m.-2 p.m. | Dine in style at this art hotel’s restaurant with upscale dishes like charred octopus, brisket-burnt-end hash, and bourbon chocolate mousse.

Red chairs and tables with tablecloths.

Visit the 24-hour, free art museum at the 21c Hotel Museum post brunch at Proof on Main.

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Photo by LOUtoday

Bottomless mimosas

Naive, 1001 E. Washington St. | Saturday + Sunday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | In addition to bottomless mimosas, get your hands on fresh-pressed cocktails as well as CBD brownies to add something sweet to your plate.

Quick and easy

Person with biscuits and gravy.

Try the goetta biscuits and gravy — they’re Senior City Editor Katie’s favorite.

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Photo by LOUtoday

Biscuit Belly, 900 E. Main St. | Monday-Thursday, 7:30 a.m.-2 p.m. + Fri.-Sun., 7:30 a.m.-3 p.m. | Biscuits are the star of the show at this all-day breakfast restaurant. Can’t decide on what gravy to get? Try three when you order the Gravy Train.
Brunch on
Asked

What’s your brunch beverage of choice?
A. Gimme that mimosa
B. A bloody Mary is where it’s at
C. Coffee, and keep it coming
D. Lots of water — hydration please!
Spill it here
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Events
Tuesday, May 16
  • Waterfront Park Yoga | Tuesday, May 16 | 7-8 p.m. | Brown-Forman Amphitheater, 1301 River Rd., Louisville | $5 | Find your center at this beginner-friendly outdoor yoga class.
Thursday, May 18
  • 2023 Louisville Film Society Short Film Slam | Thursday, May 18 | 7-8:30 p.m. | Speed Art Museum, 2035 S. 3rd St., Louisville | $8-$12 | Local filmmakers will present short works of 15 minutes or less followed by questions + comments from the audience.
Saturday, May 20
  • Norton Commons Art Festival | Saturday, May 20-Sunday, May 21 | 11 a.m.-5 p.m. | North Village Square, 6320 Rose Bay St., Prospect | Free | Peruse 100+ artisan vendors, grab a bite to eat from a food truck, and hear live music.
  • Spring Wing Fest | Saturday, May 20 | 2-8 p.m. | Spring Street Bar & Grill, 300 S. Spring St., Louisville | Free | Enter a hot wing eating contest + enjoy outdoor games and live music at this family-friendly neighborhood festival.
  • Beechmont Taste of Asia Block Party | Saturday, May 20 | 4-9 p.m. | Louisville StrEatery, 304 W. Woodlawn Ave., Louisville | Free | Celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Month at this family-friendly event with Asian-themed food trucks, vendors, and live music.
Sunday, May 21
  • Bark & Brunch By The Bridge | Sunday, May 21 | 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. | Big Four Lawn at Waterfront Park, 1101 E. River Rd., Louisville | Free | Spend Sunday on the waterfront with local food trucks, a bubbly bar, jazz music, and vendors.
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News Notes
Traffic
  • The intersection at Old Henry Road and Factory Lane will be closed from 9 a.m. today through 5 p.m. on Friday, May 26. The closure will allow crews to finish installing a sanitary sewer and water main casings. (WLKY)
Community
  • Branch out and help Louisville Grows plant 71 trees in the Chickasaw neighborhood on Saturday, May 20. No experience is required to get your hands dirty — just be ready to register between 8:30-8:50 a.m. A light breakfast and coffee will be provided. Check the website for details.
Cause
Development
  • A new 2,800-sqft addition called The Bellwether House has opened next door to the boutique hotel at 1300 Bardstown Rd. The house has four bedrooms, 4.5 baths, and was inspired by French Maximalist design.
Active
  • May is National Bike Month and you can celebrate at the Mayor’s Hike, Bike, & Paddle on Memorial Day. Bike riders will cruise on a 15.7-mile loop that starts at the Great Lawn at 10 a.m. and travels through Iroquois Park. The first 2,000 people to the event get a free t-shirt.
Real Estate
  • No industry has changed as much as real estate in the last two years. If you’re wondering if your home has increased in value, it probably has. Use this tool to find out.*
Travel
  • Did you know? Any individual who parks at Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport (SDF) can join SDF Rewards for free. Read: The more you park at the airport, the more points you will earn toward free parking.*
The Buy
  • Turn misplaced keys into a thing of the past with the Apple AirTag. The button-sized tracking device can give you step-by-step directions to your lost keys (or phone…or wallet…) and has a battery life of one year. Pro tip: Put one in your checked luggage and never worry about lost baggage again.*
 
Listen

🎧 Sound on

Explore Louisville music genres with Every Noise at Once
A record player.
Queue these up — we think you’ll feel right at home. | Photo by Adrian Korte via Unsplash
Every good story needs a soundtrack, and ours is no exception. We could just pick one — but you know we love a deep dive.

Every Noise at Once is Spotify’s algorithmically generated scatter plot of music genres, from “German dark minimal techno” to “neo-trad doom metal” to “classical saxophone quartet,” and literally everything in between.

Here’s where Every Noise sorts some of our favorite local artists, plus national acts from the same genre:

Jack Harlow | Kentucky hip hop
Spotify recommends:
Slint | Math rock
Spotify recommends:
My Morning Jacket | Louisville indie
Spotify recommends:
Houndmouth | Modern folk rock
Spotify recommends:
How did it do? Explore Every Noise yourself and tell us your pick for LOU’s top genres.
The Wrap
 
Katie Molck in a yellow sweater

Today’s edition by:
Katie
From the editor
It’s true. The Goetta biscuits and gravy from Biscuit Belly are my favorite — only because I’m partial to Goetta itself.
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