Varanese Restaurant

Karen LaMontagne

Enjoyed the best service we’ve had in a long time as well as one of the best dinners. Kate, our server, was delightful! She was attentive, prompt and seemed genuinely happy to be working there. The clam chowder was one of the best we’ve ever had (and my husband’s from New England). Our entrees consisted of the specials; skirt steak with shrimp add on, and the grilled swordfish with shrimp add on. Throw in some Sonoma Cutrer and Tito’s cocktails and this was a winning evening. An addition to our favorite restaurants in Louisville’s world class dining scene!

Ryan Sherer

We celebrated our youngest's 16th birthday! We got right in at our reservation time. There was live music, The Jeff Sherman Duo, that was just perfect. Our server, Kate, was energetic and positive, which was a breath of fresh air. She assisted with vegetarian selections and steered my wife expertly away from certain items to the angel hair pasta with shrimp. The Pork and Sweet Potato biscuits were outstanding and a highlight of the appetizers- imagine Krispy Kreme Donut meets Pork! Do not miss those when ordering!! So, the breadsticks were top notch, per my son. He is an aficionado of such things. Also, the lobster Mac n cheese was delicious. 3 of us had steak, which were tender and juicy, and enjoyed completely. The vegetarian plate for my daughter reflected the seasonal availability, and she enjoyed that. Our desserts were fully consumed, without sharing like we planned, because my daughter cleared the lava cake in record time. I really enjoyed the brioche French toast, which was a first time I've ever seen FT offered as a dessert! It was actually sublime, and much appreciated! The pistachio-crusted goat cheese spinach salad was good, just a bit heavy on the dressing and uncrisp baby spinach. Everything else was right on! Thank you for an enjoyable evening!

Jamie Kawolsky

Randomly picked this place while traveling and wanting something nice for dinner. This place was perfect. The server was attentive and friendly. The food was phenomenal. Loved the atmosphere. I would definitely recommend this place and come back next time I'm in town.

fmgsam

Amazing staff.. Excellent food, great ambience. The appetizer got delayed but they gave it to us on the house even though we didn't make a big deal of it. Loved the bread that were served as soon as we sat down. Nothing like live music.