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Since 1993, Chef Nabil Al-Saba has made The Grape Leaf a Clifton landmark for authentic Eastern Mediterranean cuisine. A beloved family tradition on Frankfort Avenue, we don’t just serve food; we share our heritage. Whether dining inside or on our famous garden patio beneath living grape vines, you are treated like family. Our kitchen specializes in home-style comfort food, featuring signature Lamb Chops, Chicken Sumac, and Award-Winning Hummus. Perfect for romantic dates or healthy lunches, we offer a sanctuary of flavor. Vegans and vegetarians love our extensive meat-free menu, including exclusive oil-free options. Come experience why we have been Louisville’s favorite Mediterranean cornerstone for more than 30 years.
A mix of Eastern Mediterranean dishes & breakfast standards in a relaxed spot with a shaded patio.
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Address: 2217 Frankfort Ave, Louisville, KY 40206
Phone: (502) 897-1774
Website: http://www.grapeleafonline.com/
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Liz Karem
We’ve been to The Grape Leaf many times and always enjoy the food. On this visit, I had the lamb biryani with lentil soup—spiced beautifully with plenty of lamb and saffron rice—and we paired it with Turkish coffee, which complemented the meal perfectly. Portions are hearty (enough for another meal), and they offer a wide range of vegetarian options. Overall, it’s a great place for anyone looking to try delicious Mediterranean dishes while supporting a local favorite.
… moreSarah Richardson
My favorite food is their babronia, which is a combination of beans and veggies in a red sauce with spices. It tastes so good, and you cannot get it anywhere else.
I also like their baba ghanoush and their grape leaves. Mmm!!!
Their Greek salad is also my favorite, but I forgot to take a picture of it on my recent visit, because I ate it so quickly. Lol.
The waiter we had forgot to bring our silverware and plates for appetizers, on our previous visit. He apologized, and gave some silverware after our food had arrived…he said they were quite busy, but we were one table out of about 5 other tables inside. :/
One thing my family did NOT like was the sauce that came with the samosa appetizers. It tasted like Kraft honey mustard from the store.
… moreI also like their baba ghanoush and their grape leaves. Mmm!!!
Their Greek salad is also my favorite, but I forgot to take a picture of it on my recent visit, because I ate it so quickly. Lol.
The waiter we had forgot to bring our silverware and plates for appetizers, on our previous visit. He apologized, and gave some silverware after our food had arrived…he said they were quite busy, but we were one table out of about 5 other tables inside. :/
One thing my family did NOT like was the sauce that came with the samosa appetizers. It tasted like Kraft honey mustard from the store.
Kayla Royalty
Great food. I have had take out and dine in service. The tabouleh salad is fresh and flavorful. I would also recommend the zattar pitta, the hummus, the kabobs and the lentil soup! Lots of great options. Street parking. They do take reservations.
… moreChris Brinkley
Ordered food for takeout and it was prepared well and warm. Enjoyed every entree we got. Everything came put together with nothing missing. Service was good at the restaurant as they were hopping on Valentine’s Day
… moreRoger B (Rog)
The portions were nice for the meal but the price was surprisingly higher than anticipated. If you arent careful add on items really raise the cost of dinner. For two people with an appetizer and basic entrees it was 80 dollars. I doubt this will become my Mediterranean go to spot.
… moreBen Shakman
Solid choice for Middle Eastern food! I found them on Yelp when we were in town for the weekend. Our visit was during Covid so we did curbside, which worked like a charm. Called in the order. Called again when we were parked in front of the place and everything was delivered to our truck, completely contactless.
We started with their appetizer platter. I was given the opportunity to choose three of four items. The avocado option sounded the least interesting so I went with hummus, spankanopita and baba ganoj. The spankanopita was delicious. So often, this dish comes across as greasy but not this time. A smaller portion than I’m used to seeing but really well executed and very flavorful. The hummus was nothing exceptional and the baba ganoj was smoky, slightly sweet but just a little below some of the better baba ganoj I’ve had the opportunity to enjoy. All-in-all, the mezza platter is a good way to try some well-made dishes even if they aren’t going to blow your mind…for a reasonable price.
For dinner, we split the mixed grill which came with a thick lamb chop, lamb skewer and kufta kebab. On the side, we had their lentil rice and a greek salad. The salad looked fantastic but went straight into the fridge based on the amount of food we received. The meats were all very well executed. I was asked about desired temperature for the lamb (medium) and it was pretty close to right. Of the meats, I suspect the lamb chop was my favorite although all were well seasoned, flavorful and of more than sufficient quantity given the price of the dish.
About the rice…go with the rice with lentils. It is an amazing experience worthy of its own mention. Really flavorful and complimentary to the meal. Yum!
There was a nice size bag of warm pita triangles as well. Light and pillowy, they represented the perfect bread basket to go with the meal.
Baklava for dessert was good but not great. I really prefer when the filling is layered between the phyllo dough instead of seeing a bunch of sheets forming a top and a bottom crust. Call it personal preference but I think it makes for a better baklava.
Bottom line – I would most definitely return and hope they survive the pandemic so I can dine-in on a future visit to Louisville.
Review moved from Yelp because I’m changing platforms.
… moreWe started with their appetizer platter. I was given the opportunity to choose three of four items. The avocado option sounded the least interesting so I went with hummus, spankanopita and baba ganoj. The spankanopita was delicious. So often, this dish comes across as greasy but not this time. A smaller portion than I’m used to seeing but really well executed and very flavorful. The hummus was nothing exceptional and the baba ganoj was smoky, slightly sweet but just a little below some of the better baba ganoj I’ve had the opportunity to enjoy. All-in-all, the mezza platter is a good way to try some well-made dishes even if they aren’t going to blow your mind…for a reasonable price.
For dinner, we split the mixed grill which came with a thick lamb chop, lamb skewer and kufta kebab. On the side, we had their lentil rice and a greek salad. The salad looked fantastic but went straight into the fridge based on the amount of food we received. The meats were all very well executed. I was asked about desired temperature for the lamb (medium) and it was pretty close to right. Of the meats, I suspect the lamb chop was my favorite although all were well seasoned, flavorful and of more than sufficient quantity given the price of the dish.
About the rice…go with the rice with lentils. It is an amazing experience worthy of its own mention. Really flavorful and complimentary to the meal. Yum!
There was a nice size bag of warm pita triangles as well. Light and pillowy, they represented the perfect bread basket to go with the meal.
Baklava for dessert was good but not great. I really prefer when the filling is layered between the phyllo dough instead of seeing a bunch of sheets forming a top and a bottom crust. Call it personal preference but I think it makes for a better baklava.
Bottom line – I would most definitely return and hope they survive the pandemic so I can dine-in on a future visit to Louisville.
Review moved from Yelp because I’m changing platforms.
Mak BH
This is a nice place to catch lunch, brunch, or dinner. I was excited to try their shawarma as it is middle-eastern owned, but the sandwich was just okay. For me, it did not taste authentic, but none the less an okay sandwich.
My partner also tried the Beef Moussaka plate, that tasted alright!
The portions are pretty fulfilling too, especially the side salads, fries, and soup.
We also tried the zaatar pizza which was tasty, but it definitely was very overpriced compared to other appetizers.
Overall, it is an okay experience for anyone who likes to try Middle Eastern plates.
… moreMy partner also tried the Beef Moussaka plate, that tasted alright!
The portions are pretty fulfilling too, especially the side salads, fries, and soup.
We also tried the zaatar pizza which was tasty, but it definitely was very overpriced compared to other appetizers.
Overall, it is an okay experience for anyone who likes to try Middle Eastern plates.
Alright Food Reviews
I’ve passed this restaurant a thousand times and never dropped in, but finally did and was happy I did. A fairly large menu of Mediterranean options for vegetarians and non vegetarians alike. The hummus was great and the shawarma was delicious. The waitress was lovely and the service fast. Drop by and don’t delay.
… moreJohanna Wayland-Smith
Delicious!! Enjoyed the lentil soup, hummus with falafel (best I’ve ever had – not at all dry, it was perfect), and cauliflower shawarma with black beans and rice! But the food didn’t hold a candle to the service Anna provided. Hostess and waitress – what can’t she do! We were impressed with how well versed she was in the menu.
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