

Traditional Southern cuisine served in elegant dining rooms in a circa-1822 building.
Address and Contact Information
Address: 5963 N Jefferson St #9596, Burlington, KY 41005
Phone: (859) 586-9900
Website: http://www.touseyhouse.com/
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Stepped into this gorgeous historic gem and instantly felt transported. The atmosphere is everything: cozy fireplaces, beautiful antiques, and so much charm in every corner. It’s like dining in a perfectly preserved piece of history.
The food? UNREAL. I had the crispy chicken thighs and I’m still dreaming about them – hands-down the best I’ve ever had anywhere. Perfectly seasoned, juicy inside, crispy outside… perfection. And those cinnamon muffins with cream cheese frosting? Melt-in-your-mouth heavenly. Everyone in our large group raved – zero complaints at the table!
The sweet tea is dangerously good (sweet, strong, and refillable), and our server Soo was an absolute sweetheart – attentive, friendly, and made our whole afternoon even better.
We came for a late lunch and it was relaxed and wonderful. If you love great food, warm hospitality, and a stunning historic setting, run (don’t walk) to Toussey House Tavern. Already planning our next visit! ️✨
Great bourbon selection and the bartender convinced me to try Blanton’s Gold. We think Blanton’s regular is mostly just hype and everyone’s pavlovian response when they ask about bourbon but he went and found a bottle of gold for us and highly suggested it. It was fantastic and a perfect pairing with our meals.
For entrées, we ordered the mahi-mahi with a tropical-infused beurre blanc, the Alaskan halibut topped with Parmesan artichoke, and a wedge salad with grilled chicken. Each dish was flavorful and well-prepared, with the exception of the grilled chicken, which was a bit rubbery. Our server handled the situation gracefully and adjusted the bill without hesitation.
The atmosphere at Tousey House leans more formal, but this is still Kentucky—so you’ll see everything from shorts in summer to jeans in winter. At the same time, it’s the kind of place where you’ll feel comfortable dressing up for a special occasion. The historic inn setting makes for a beautiful and cozy backdrop, and the attentive waitstaff strike the right balance of service without being intrusive.
A highlight worth mentioning: the standout homemade rolls with butter, which are absolutely fabulous.
Overall, while not perfect, Tousey House remains one of the best fine dining options in Boone County. It’s a great choice for celebrating or simply enjoying a nice meal without driving all the way into Cincinnati
Very good waiter as well.
My wife ordered the halibut. She loved it.
I had the sea bass lying on a gravy with some shrimp in it. The shrimp were inedible due to the fact that the gravy was extremely salty. I had a side of button mushrooms that were super salty as well. Kitchen was heavy on the salt shaker. Not good.
We dined with others. The fried chicken thighs were salty as well. One had the lobster ravioli and it was very salty.
Kitchen needs to know that salt can’t be taken out. Less salt the better.
Could have enjoyed this meal more but did not happen. Will give it a second thought next time we consider the Tousey House.