Visitors’ Guide to Louisville

Are you in Louisville for the big race? The “greatest 2 minutes in sports” is bound to be exciting, but that leaves you with a lot of time to fill. Lucky for you, Louisville more than makes up for that with world-renowned cuisine, a proclivity toward high-powered spirits, and long-lasting revelry.

Your weekend of thoroughbreds and mint juleps is about to get even better – Yelp Louisville and Uber have partnered to bring you the very best of the Derby City!

Harvest Restaurant
Enjoy a meal celebrating the local goodness of Louisville, with an emphasis on eating both seasonally and deliciously. Try the burgoo (a thick stew) or buttermilk fried chicken, two Kentucky favorites that will fill your soul and your stomach. You can also make a reservation directly via the Yelp app.

The Cafe
You have just few days in the Derby City, and you’re wanting to squeeze in some Louisville delicacies — maybe the city’s hot brown sandwich and some benedictine spread or pimento cheese. The Cafe can satisfy this in one stop. Tucked away on a quiet stretch of street, yet very close to downtown and the Highlands neighborhood, it will give you a taste of Louisville’s unique take on Southern cuisine. (Photo by Chris C.)

The Silver Dollar
Located in a converted firehouse in the Clifton neighborhood, this bar is renowned by Yelpers for its impressive varieties of bourbons. Try a cocktail or two — including a mint julep or Kentucky mule — in its laidback atmosphere and open light-strung patio. (Photo by Pui S.)

Holy Grale
Do you prefer a brew to a bourbon? Holy Grale serves beers from around the world and is housed in a former Unitarian Church that dates back to 1905. Revel in a warm spring night by enjoying a beer in the Gralegarten or sneak up to the intimate Choir Loft. Yelp tip: Signage for this hotspot is minimal, so be sure to use a map, which you can do via Yelp.

Yelp’s Countdown to Derby 2016: Pink Pajama Oaks Brunch
Do you have a busy day ahead of you with Kentucky Oaks (the premier race for three-year-old fillies) on Friday and want to enjoy brunch in the most chill way ever — perhaps with a mimosa in hand? Hop out of bed, grab your phone, wallet and car keys (and kids, if applicable), and come to Yelp’s first Pink Pajama Oaks Brunch at ZEGGZ Amazing Eggs. Comfort is the name of the game at this event, which will also include breakfast-themed photo ops, games and other activities for kids and adults. This is the final event in Yelp’s Countdown to Derby 2016.

Derby City Brewfest 2016
100+ beers, a Four Roses Bourbon barrel-aged beer contest, bourbon, wine, local food and six bands. Derby City Brewfest is back for a second year, ringing in Derby Eve with delicious brews downtown.

While you’re exploring Louisville’s horse racing and gems this weekend, skip parking lots and navigating a new city by tapping request on your Uber app! Use these tips to make getting around this weekend a sure bet.

A $1.50 event fee will apply.

Make it a winning pickup
After a few mint juleps, the night might get blurry. Keep your ride crystal clear by following these steps:

Louisville comes alive during racing season, and we hope this list gives you the where for your wanderings – and don’t forget to bring Yelp with you! Download the free Yelp mobile app after you request your ride to help connect you to great, local businesses in Louisville and beyond, and be sure to let us in on your journey around the Derby City by tagging @Uber_Kentucky and @YelpLouisville!

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