For more than 35 years, Dairy Kastle has been serving soft serve ice cream and chili cheese dogs to residents of Louisville and beyond. This old-fashioned ice cream shop is reminiscent of the malt shops of years gone by, making it makes a cute, retro date spot or even a fun and simple place to spend an afternoon with the family.

Stop in to the colorful shop and order a classic vanilla cone from the convenient ordering window, or grab a seat at one of the outdoor patio tables to enjoy a casual lunch (before having ice cream for dessert, of course). The menu includes hot dogs, bratwurst, nachos and barbecued pork sandwiches, as well as ice cream in just about any form you can imagine.

Whether you prefer a twist cone with sprinkles, a hot fudge sundae or a milkshake that you can take with you to go, there’s something to satisfy anyone’s sweet tooth at Dairy Kastle.

Dairy Kastle
575 Eastern Parkway
Louisville, KY 40217
(502) 634-8990
www.dairykastle.com

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If you’re looking for the best sports bars in Louisville, The Sports & Social Club would certainly make the list—and in fact, it’s also made the list for best sports bars in the entire country. This refined yet casual pub makes watching the big game the focal point of your visiting experience, so you’ll find lots of flatscreen televisions and ample seating situated around them.

You’ll likely want to eat a hearty meal while cheering on your favorite team, and The Sports & Social Club offers a large menu of upscale pub food that will keep you feeling energized well into the fourth quarter. There are dishes you might expect, like hot wings and burgers, as well as more unique options, like crispy flatbread pizzas and British fish and chips. Pair your meal with a tall beer or a classic cocktail, or even start a game of bowling in the on-site bowling alley.

The Sports & Social Club
427 S. Fourth St
Louisville, KY 40202
(502) 568.1400
www.thesportsandsocialclub.com

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Wander down Louisville’s historic Whiskey Row and you’ll stumble upon Doc Crow’s Smokehouse & Raw Bar, an authentic Southern eatery that offers a true taste of Kentucky. This upscale yet comfortable restaurant is dimly lit and furnished with spacious, comfortable booths, and wall-to-wall windows that offer great opportunities for people watching in this busy area.

Take a seat near the front and order from the expansive menu of classic coastal seafood dishes, slow-and-low barbecue fare, and the long list of whiskies that give the area its name. The raw bar is filled with fresh oysters flown in from all across North America, including styles like Kumamoto, Pacific, Atlantic, Olympia, and European flat oysters. There are sandwiches and burgers for those who don’t prefer seafood, and the decadent dessert options are a can't-miss.

Doc Crow’s Smokehouse & Raw Bar
127 West Main Street
Louisville, KY 40202
(502) 587-1626
www.doccrows.com

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