Creative burgers & an extensive craft-beer list are the draw at this contemporary grill with TVs.
Address and Contact Information
Address: 1604 Bardstown Rd, Louisville, KY 40205
Phone: (502) 459-8234
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Louisville restaurants: Stout Burgers & Beer closes in Highlands
The Los Angeles-based gourmet burger chain, Stout Burgers & Beer has shut its doors at 1604 Bardstown Road, according to property owner Chad Coulter.
Reviews
Darkstar in the Mist
Stout has been on my list of “must try” places since before we moved to Kentucky, so when friends suggested a meal out, “you pick where”, I suggested we try Stout.
We met on a Sunday evening and while the bar was hopping, we had no trouble finding a table for 4. And despite there being a game of the tube and people talking, we were able to have a long evening of discussion without feeling interrupted or rushed.
Now, none of us are drinkers, so maybe that was a bit of a miss on my part, because their specialty is really pairing beer with food… So, I can’t really give you an accurate review of the establishment from that point of view. However, my husband and I are big on Burgers, so…
We ordered beverages and I was a bit taken aback that I couldn’t get an Iced Tea… not even a Sweet Tea! All they serve is Sodas, Beer, Wine, and Water… so, Water is was!
We decided on an order of Fried Pickles to Share and they were really some of the best Fried Pickles I’ve ever had! They came out hot and crispy without being greasy, and were served with both Ranch and a Spicy Chipotle Sauce that was super tasty!
I ordered the Goombah, my Husband had the Stout Burger, and our companions both got American Burgers. The whole table ordered the Seasoned Fries except for me… I opted for the Poutine Fries, because I’ve been dying to try Poutine and figured anyone willing to put it on their menu was going to do it up right. Unfortunately, that was not the case.
Ort Burgers all came served on tiny little metal plates… probably a sign that we were eating Bar Food, after all.. and if you’re pounding down pitchers of ale, table space would be at a premium. Our sides came separately and the presentation of all of the food was quite lovely.
My Goobah was, unfortunately, a little one-noted. While I could SEE the Smoked Mozzarella and Crispy Prosciutto (kinda), I couldn’t take any of it distinctly… and the Lemon Basil Aioli was just lost! So much so that I ended up dipping what should have been an extremely flavorful burger in ketchup, just to add a little sweetness to the beef! Now, the beef itself was well cooked and of high quality.. so it was tasty in and of itself.. and the Brioche Bun was fresh. But I ultimately was just not blown away. My husband said as much about his Stout Burger… while he could SEE all of the ingredients he didn’t really taste the Blue Cheese, Gruyere, Rosemary Bacon, or Caramelized Onions… the one flavor that did come across for him was the Horseradish Cream which he said was very nice.
Now, on to the sides. I tried the Seasoned Fries and they were delicious! I love a good fry with rosemary… sublime! However, I was disappointed in the “Poutine” fries.. and here’s why. They were not Poutine… they were cheesy fries… and if you’re are going to charge more than double for an order of cheesy fries you should call them cheesy fries. Now, as far as cheesy fries go.. they were really quite tasty… But there was no cheese curds, and no gravy… and ultimately they, as well as my burger, just came across as salty. Not… overly so, but, that was the overwhelming theme of the night… not exquisite flavor combinations.. just.. salty.
Upon discussing this on the way home, Hubs and I came to the conclusion that that is very much a “bar food” kind of thing. When people drink beer they want salty food.. and establishments serving beer want their customers to drink more, so they serve salty food. Now, as far as the pairings go, perhaps some of the more subtle notes in the food would be brought out by a correctly paired beer… or maybe the food itself brings something more out in the beer. That’s all well and good, but each item should be able to be enjoyed on it’s own… don’t you think? Especially for those of us that can’t/don’t drink?
In any case, the food was good, the service was great, the atmosphere was lovely, and even though it’s pretty pricey, I could see us going back again one day.. perhaps on one of their couples nights.
… moreWe met on a Sunday evening and while the bar was hopping, we had no trouble finding a table for 4. And despite there being a game of the tube and people talking, we were able to have a long evening of discussion without feeling interrupted or rushed.
Now, none of us are drinkers, so maybe that was a bit of a miss on my part, because their specialty is really pairing beer with food… So, I can’t really give you an accurate review of the establishment from that point of view. However, my husband and I are big on Burgers, so…
We ordered beverages and I was a bit taken aback that I couldn’t get an Iced Tea… not even a Sweet Tea! All they serve is Sodas, Beer, Wine, and Water… so, Water is was!
We decided on an order of Fried Pickles to Share and they were really some of the best Fried Pickles I’ve ever had! They came out hot and crispy without being greasy, and were served with both Ranch and a Spicy Chipotle Sauce that was super tasty!
I ordered the Goombah, my Husband had the Stout Burger, and our companions both got American Burgers. The whole table ordered the Seasoned Fries except for me… I opted for the Poutine Fries, because I’ve been dying to try Poutine and figured anyone willing to put it on their menu was going to do it up right. Unfortunately, that was not the case.
Ort Burgers all came served on tiny little metal plates… probably a sign that we were eating Bar Food, after all.. and if you’re pounding down pitchers of ale, table space would be at a premium. Our sides came separately and the presentation of all of the food was quite lovely.
My Goobah was, unfortunately, a little one-noted. While I could SEE the Smoked Mozzarella and Crispy Prosciutto (kinda), I couldn’t take any of it distinctly… and the Lemon Basil Aioli was just lost! So much so that I ended up dipping what should have been an extremely flavorful burger in ketchup, just to add a little sweetness to the beef! Now, the beef itself was well cooked and of high quality.. so it was tasty in and of itself.. and the Brioche Bun was fresh. But I ultimately was just not blown away. My husband said as much about his Stout Burger… while he could SEE all of the ingredients he didn’t really taste the Blue Cheese, Gruyere, Rosemary Bacon, or Caramelized Onions… the one flavor that did come across for him was the Horseradish Cream which he said was very nice.
Now, on to the sides. I tried the Seasoned Fries and they were delicious! I love a good fry with rosemary… sublime! However, I was disappointed in the “Poutine” fries.. and here’s why. They were not Poutine… they were cheesy fries… and if you’re are going to charge more than double for an order of cheesy fries you should call them cheesy fries. Now, as far as cheesy fries go.. they were really quite tasty… But there was no cheese curds, and no gravy… and ultimately they, as well as my burger, just came across as salty. Not… overly so, but, that was the overwhelming theme of the night… not exquisite flavor combinations.. just.. salty.
Upon discussing this on the way home, Hubs and I came to the conclusion that that is very much a “bar food” kind of thing. When people drink beer they want salty food.. and establishments serving beer want their customers to drink more, so they serve salty food. Now, as far as the pairings go, perhaps some of the more subtle notes in the food would be brought out by a correctly paired beer… or maybe the food itself brings something more out in the beer. That’s all well and good, but each item should be able to be enjoyed on it’s own… don’t you think? Especially for those of us that can’t/don’t drink?
In any case, the food was good, the service was great, the atmosphere was lovely, and even though it’s pretty pricey, I could see us going back again one day.. perhaps on one of their couples nights.
Megon Miller
Burgers were real delicious and cooked as requested. I had a salad with chicken which was good but small. Luckily the burgers were too big for my family to eat so I got a few bites which was just enough. Beer selection was great and the rustic ambiance was nice. Service was great but to be fair we were the only ones there for an early lunch on a Saturday.
… moreScott Dukes
Solid burger joint with excellent service. Not a ton of seating, but it’s rarely too busy. Sweet potato WAFFLE fries are a must-get side item. Good rotating tap with a great variety. Menu gives beer recommendations for each burger which is super helpful. Overall, a good dinner if you’re in the area!
… moreQuinntrell Macklin
While the service was friendly. The fries were great especially with the spicey catch-up. The house made meatless burger needs work. It was basically mash of a quinoa blend.
… moreRobin Moore
The burgers are really good here. The size was perfect. I’m not a fan of a huge sloppy burger you need a fork and knife to eat. The texture of the meat was excellent and seemed to me to be of great quality. It’s nice to have a simple yet very flavorful burger with a great selection of craft and local beers to choose from.
… moreNick Flynn
My wife and I had carryout from Stout on Friday, 7/12/2019, and, based on our experience with the food and management’s response, we will never go back.
We ordered two items: A burger (The Shu) and a Caesar salad w/ chicken added. Both had serious issues, and neither was really edible. This is pretty shocking, since these are both fairly easily prepared items that they charged us ~$30 for.
The burger was slathered on one side with mayo, and bell spread on the other. Both spreads were fine, but so much was used that the burger literally would not stay on the bun. More importantly, the center of the burger was not just rare, it was raw (picture included). The seasoning and edges of the burger that were a little more done seemed fine, but that was really just a couple bites so it’s hard to tell. The fries were fine.
The Caesar salad arrived looking like a side salad, and contained no Caesar dressing, at all. In addition to this, we received the chicken on the side, which ended up being a gross looking patty that was larger than the salad itself. Pictures of this are also included.
After receiving our order, we noted the above and attempted to call Stout to address the issue. We made multiple attempts to reach them between 7pm-9pm, and we were unable to get anyone to answer the phone during this time.
The following day, my wife posted a negative review about the food on Facebook along with the pictures I’m attaching to this review. The “owner” of Stout has mutual friends with my wife, and reached out through Facebook Messenger with a rude email, questioning her feedback and in no way accepting responsibility for wasting our time and money. He also chastised her for posting a Facebook post his companies terrible product, rather than contacting them directly. He refused to acknowledge the fact that we could get no one to answer the phone.
With so many good burger places in Louisville, there’s no reason to go somewhere like this, and I would advise anyone to try one of these places instead:
Mussel & Burger Bar
Bunz
Ollie’s Trolley
Grind
Game
Or even McDonalds/Rallys/Wendys/etc if you want something edible
… moreWe ordered two items: A burger (The Shu) and a Caesar salad w/ chicken added. Both had serious issues, and neither was really edible. This is pretty shocking, since these are both fairly easily prepared items that they charged us ~$30 for.
The burger was slathered on one side with mayo, and bell spread on the other. Both spreads were fine, but so much was used that the burger literally would not stay on the bun. More importantly, the center of the burger was not just rare, it was raw (picture included). The seasoning and edges of the burger that were a little more done seemed fine, but that was really just a couple bites so it’s hard to tell. The fries were fine.
The Caesar salad arrived looking like a side salad, and contained no Caesar dressing, at all. In addition to this, we received the chicken on the side, which ended up being a gross looking patty that was larger than the salad itself. Pictures of this are also included.
After receiving our order, we noted the above and attempted to call Stout to address the issue. We made multiple attempts to reach them between 7pm-9pm, and we were unable to get anyone to answer the phone during this time.
The following day, my wife posted a negative review about the food on Facebook along with the pictures I’m attaching to this review. The “owner” of Stout has mutual friends with my wife, and reached out through Facebook Messenger with a rude email, questioning her feedback and in no way accepting responsibility for wasting our time and money. He also chastised her for posting a Facebook post his companies terrible product, rather than contacting them directly. He refused to acknowledge the fact that we could get no one to answer the phone.
With so many good burger places in Louisville, there’s no reason to go somewhere like this, and I would advise anyone to try one of these places instead:
Mussel & Burger Bar
Bunz
Ollie’s Trolley
Grind
Game
Or even McDonalds/Rallys/Wendys/etc if you want something edible
Cierra Richmond
First time there. I ordered the Crosstown (pictured) because the waitress and her coworkers recommended it Also, she said it was popular amongst the customers. And it was really good! Fried green tomatoes, pimento cheese (which we thought was weird but it was a good addition), some kind of (amazing) jam spread, and other toppings… It was really good! I had sweet potato fries with it and dipped it in their salted caramel dip… It blended well and kind of tasted like dessert. My friend had the Chipotle ranch sauce with her sweet potato fries but I didn’t care too much for that mix. Under each item on the menu, there was a recommended beer for each food choice which was cool although I didn’t drink. I had a party of 16 and the server (Alex, and she had on an awesome Tigger jersey) did her thing! She was prompt and speedy getting our requests in and keeping our waters filled. The place is not big at all so I wouldn’t really suggest such a big crowd and the bathrooms have one stall in the men’s and women’s. Most of the night I saw women having to use the men’s bathroom because of time waiting in line. My bill came up to $16 even and 20% gratuity was added making my whole bill $20 and some change. Parties over 6 have gratuity automatically added. We were celebrating something and had cake, they didn’t hesitate to bring us extra saucers and to-go boxes for our dessert (even though it was brought in from another company) which I thought was REALLY cool. The GM even came out at the end of the night and thanked us personally and shook our hands for dining with them and giving them a heads up of such a big party. The staff was well prepared and on their toes! 5 stars and I will be back!
… moreJoshua Shouse
Get the Napolean and sweet potato fries w/ caramel on the side. IT WILL BLOW YOUR MIND.
Seriously this place rocks. Half off all burgers from 5-6pm is a super sweet deal. They have a huge assortment of local brews, incredible burgers and sides. Their onion rings are pretty stellar as well as their fries. But their sweet potato fries with caramel is seriously one of the best things I’ve ever had in my life. Stout ranks in my top 5 favorite places to eat in Louisville purely for their sweet potato fries and caramel.
… moreSeriously this place rocks. Half off all burgers from 5-6pm is a super sweet deal. They have a huge assortment of local brews, incredible burgers and sides. Their onion rings are pretty stellar as well as their fries. But their sweet potato fries with caramel is seriously one of the best things I’ve ever had in my life. Stout ranks in my top 5 favorite places to eat in Louisville purely for their sweet potato fries and caramel.
Adm RNW
Fresh burgers and attentive service. Small, quaint and intimate restaurant. Definitely a place I will return to. The fudge brownie was indulgent!
… moreChad Ernspiker
Very good burgers. Great variety of beer. They have deals of the week that Are a little cheaper options.
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