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Proof On Main

American restaurant · West Main ·

Proof On Main

American restaurant · West Main ·

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Art-filled and ingredient-driven, Proof serves a polished weekday lunch that champions the Ohio River Valley. Regularly cited by Eater and Town & Country, it’s a downtown favorite for creative salads, the bison burger, and strong bourbon and coffee programs.

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Intriguing menu and decor, bourbon cocktails, art museum hotel

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bison burger

charred octopus

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brussels sprouts

cornbread

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702 W Main St, Louisville, KY 40202 Get directions

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Intriguing menu and decor, bourbon cocktails, art museum hotel

art museum

bourbon

craft cocktails

bison burger

charred octopus

pork chop

brussels sprouts

cornbread

Featured in Eater

Featured in Afar

702 W Main St, Louisville, KY 40202 Get directions

$$$

Restroom

Popular for lunch

Popular for dinner

Dinner reservations recommended

Cozy

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