Jockey Silks Bourbon Bar

Jockey Silks is a fantastic spot if you’re looking for a quiet bar with a cool, dark atmosphere. It’s the kind of place where you can actually have a conversation without shouting, which is a huge plus. The bartenders are top-notch—friendly, attentive, and really know what they’re doing. Whether you want a classic drink or something a little different, they’ve got you covered. It’s a great place to relax and enjoy a well-made cocktail. Highly recommend checking it out whether you’re staying at the Galt House or just looking for Urban Bourbon trail stop offs.

The staff was friendly and helpful. There were tables, booths, a bar, and lounge seating. It was very dark yet comfortable. It wasn't too loud or too quiet. We enjoyed yummy cheese curds and fabulous Jockey Old Fashions. It was a nice place for a date.

I was looking for a lounge experience with a good bourbon. This place was perfect. Hard to find. I’m the hotel 2nd floor. The barkeeps were very professional, made recommendations and were patient and attentive without being overbearing. I enjoyed the vibe. Would come back.

I’m not sure why this place won a sizzler? Visiting from Nashville. I honestly love Louisville. Birthplace of true spirits. However, this place is dark, uninviting and staff doesn’t know you even walked in until you flag someone down. They have an extensive cocktail list that I was ready to get down on and went through 3 choices that couldn’t be made as the bartender either didn’t know how or “don’t have the ingredients for”. Settled on the Lady D and it’s terrible. At the bar because our first two seat choices nobody visited us for service. At the bar it was dirty, unkept; and leftover lunch was the only constant (see pic) Order a salmon salad and I supposed they had to catch the salmon because 1 hour later they forgot my change of cheese choice. Hubby ordered pizza, don’t bother this is NOT their speciality unless you like a burnt bottom. If all the choices I found on trip advisor this one should be removed. If you decide to go, take one advice, Debra was our bar servicer; barely greeted, cursed at the “rush crowd” kept asking how to mix drinks without the ingredients and complained the entire time. Urgh! I wish I wasn’t so hungry, had parked and was committed at this point to eating….just paid for the food and left

They have the best crew working here. They mix the best drinks. I’m actually concerned to order a Manhattan anywhere else! I can’t remember her name but the female bartender Suri with the neck tattoos and other tattoos is amazing! Her new trainee Rohit was equally amazing with his abilities! The only reason we spend a $100+ because we couldn’t enough of their drinks or food! You must come here if you are in Louisville! The staff and management is amazing!

The food was good. The atmosphere was good. Ambiance and eats worthy of 5 stars? No, probably not. However what WAS worth 5 stars was our service! Our server Amanda was prompt and professional - a true gem. She made our evening special!! Food-wise I had the bacon cheeseburger. Quality bacon, solid beef patty, fresh bun.

Lovely ambience and a great place for a conversation or a date. Decent selection of bourbons although they'd run out of quite a few of the ones I'd ordered. The cocktails were lacking and weren't quite balanced out - which was a surprise. I'd say go here After dinner and drinks - more for a nightcap

It's a hotel lounge. When we went their sandwich oven was broken so the menu was from their other restaurant. They do not validate for parking. Service was great, but there are better options on Whiskey Row.

So in stark contrast to Swizzle on the 25th floor of the legendary Galt House this watering hole on the second floor over-delivers on its promise, ambience, quality, food, and an exceptional beverage selection. All at the super affordable price with service that doesn't question you -- but instead offers only intelligent inebriative answers. ;-) Jessica, the jovial and super functional Bartender grabbed my order at last call with all the special requests from my lovely wife and did it with style and Grace. Thurmond I hope I spelled his name correctly, who expedites and apparently is a temporary manager at both sides of this dual digestive delight is absolutely amazing as well! The hours say 11 AM to 11 PM on Yelp but at this point they're open until 1 AM so it's also great for us late night party people. (But maybe call ahead to verify those hours may change.)

This is more likely deserving of a 5-star but as I've only been here once I'm going to restrain myself, lol. While visiting family in Bloomington / Indianapolis last month my wife and I took a nice day trip to Louisville to explore a bit. Jockey Silks Bourbon Bar was on our radar and it did not disappoint. Dark and intimate with a bit of a speakeasy vibe, this is a wonderful spot to post up at the bar and enjoy any number of cocktails or bourbons to suit your fancy. There is a lot of cozy seating within the space and is something I'd definitely want to experience on future visits. The bourbon selection is incredibly impressive. You can't go wrong here. I wish I'd had more time. There is also a nice selection or items to nibble on as well. The bartenders were great. Friendly and welcoming, it was a nice time just hanging out for a bit enjoying some libations. It is definitely the sort of spot I'd eagerly want to become a regular at if I lived here: warm and dark, cozy and just the type of spot to relax and enjoy a drink. I will make it a bucket list visit whenever I visit the area again.

Food EXCELLENT Service Double Excellent Old Fashioned Superb! Our server Ketan was the best! Go and ask for him!

The service was much better my second night in a row trying them. The manager and more staff members seemed to be aware that more attention was needed due to the events going. The kitchen was open later and better prepared.

We came for the drinks...and left with great knowledge. John is a fantastic bartender!! Love the ambiance. It's located in the Galt House West Tower on the 2nd floor. Very east to find!! After a day of touring, we wanted a nice nightcap. John made a great Old Fashioned and Lemon drop martini with gin. We discussed a few Bourbons and got some great suggestions. There are 2 bottles I will adding to my must buy list. They have a great selection to have some nice pours before you a buy a bottle. Definitely check it out!

You know you are in Kentucky when you are dining at Jockey Silks Bourbon Bar. The Kentucky Derby theme is throughout - in the name, the art work, the menu which looks like a derby program and even the name of the dishes. They are located in the Galt House Hotel West Tower on Level 2. I ordered the double stack burger which is named after the 1929 Kentucky Derby winning American Thoroughbred racehorse and trainer by the same name - Clyde Van Dusen. I wasn't familiar with the Walker sauce so I requested it on the side. The sauce was amazing and gave great flavor to the beef patties! The restaurant was not crowded and we were seated immediately. However, our service was extremely slow. I felt that they were understaffed.

As always, Thurman was there for us. Great good and service. We gf ad a larger party and they seated us quickly. Outstanding bourbon selection and drink specials. Typical expected menu, all was fresh and tasty.

Not what it used to be the last couple of visits. We wrote the first time off as an oddity. We were back last night and again wasn't great. Drinks were ok, service was meh, the menu isn't what it once was.

Was staying at the Galt House for a work conference and stopped in this evening for a couple drinks. The bar is rather dark which gives it a cool ambiance inside. Very laid back and relaxing. Sat at the bar and ordered a few draft beers. I started with a Stella Artois but it was kinda sour and when I informed the bartender they checked it and it was no good. They swapped that out for a local Bourbon Barrel Ale that was really good. I didn't try the food even though they did serve food. There were plenty of other hotel guests that were picking up food to take back to their rooms. Overall a really chill and fun place to grab a few drinks. Will probably be going back again sometime before my conference is over and I fly home

Working a show at the Galt House in Louisville this week and rarely was able to get out of the hotel. Limited food options but everything I tried was very good - especially the sourdough bread bowl with baked pimento cheese. Prices were reasonable. It was a very busy hotel with three large conferences happening so it was always busy. When I sat at the bar service was acceptable but the night we sat at a table, our server completely forgot about us for long stretches of time. We had food before our drinks (twice) and had a hard time getting the server's attention. Hopefully that's a rarity.

Went Oaks night. Parking in the parking garage ($) or on Main Street. Entered through the West tower. We sat at a table and the waiter said to order drinks at the bar. They had derby horse winner theme cocktails from $11-$15.

my wife and I are in town for a conference and stumbled into this place. Amazing experience. There were 3 bartenders and each was amazing. Jonothan seemed to be leading. Not only did we have magnificent drinks but we learned so much about the area. we will be back EVERY time we are in Louisville.

My friend and I went there last weekend and we had the best experience learning about bourbon with such a gracious bartender! What a beautiful bar and the food is fantastic! Do not miss this gem while you're in Louisville!!! I didn't tip the bartender enough! The way he takes care of you , he deserves 3 times the money!!! Leah S.

I'm sure it's a great bar, with a very pleasant staff, but you cannot smoke cigars in the establishment. They sell cigars but you have to sit in an outdoor area that is essentially adjacent to a stairwell.

Had the best Old Fashioned here! Brick oven pizzas and pimento cheese bread bowl were yummy! Great atmosphere.

My husband and I went to Jockey Silks and had just the best time! The ambiance for evening drinks and appetizers was perfect. It was calm, quiet, and intimate. Our bartender, Suri, was knowledgeable, fun and personable. She made our experience testing various bourbons one that we will not forget! The fried cheese and wings we had later in the night were delicious! We still talk about the experience we had at Jockey Silks and wish that we had more places like it in our area. We will definitely be going back to Jockey Silks the next time we are in Kentucky! (If there is one thing that I would point out, for management, the restaurant's website is not working properly, and does not showcase the wonderful listing of bourbons and foods you have. If others could see this information online, I am positive that more people would visit.) Thank you Bourbon Silks Team!

The bartender was super friendly and knowledgeable about her cocktails. And she made delicious drinks!

We found ourselves at Jockey Silks as we were in town for a conference. Michelle was out server and she is truly one of the best servers I have had in my entire life. She was so kind and thoughtful to a group of very tired travelers. The food was also excellent for prices that were more than reasonable. If you are in Louisville near the Galt House and want a good meal, at a reasonable price, and with amazing service. Cheers to Michelle! She is incredible!

Bartenders Suri and Jessica were fantastic! We stayed here at the Galt House Hotel for a week and saw Suri or Jessica at Jockey Silks almost every day. They truly made our vacation experience better!

Jonathan and Cara were amazing!!! Perfect service with attention to every detail. The food was very good and we enjoyed watching sports on the TV. They even had the channel changed for us! Very chill ambiance. They made our stay in the Galt House even better. Thank you all for a great bourbon tour weekend!

It was late and I was hungry so they were the closest place to my room. Not a lot of seating (for eating) and short staffed. I had looked at their menu online and knew what I wanted. The server handed me a menu and I said I know what I want. When I ordered ahead said "did you see that online" that is all wrong and handed me a very limited menu. So I ordered a $18 burger and crossed my fingers. The burger was ok but nothing special. The guy next to me was trying to order drinks and they seemed to be out of everything. Nice looking bar but they were really busy and it was getting really loud, so I got the check and left. Server was fantastic even if she was overrun with customers. Will be a pass for me the rest of the week.

Jonathan and Cara were fantastic! We stopped by two days during our stay at Galt House. The first day, even though the restaurant was very busy and out of menus, Jonathan was able to talk us through why appetizers were available so we could order some food after our drive. on Saturday, both Cara and Jonathan were personable and attentive - helping us find a bourbon we would like based on what we already drink, and crafting a cocktail perfectly to our tastes. I cannot say enough great things about our experience at Jockeys. Highly recommend.

Went here to eat lunch. Atmosphere was extremely cold, everyone kept their jackets on. The food I ordered came out without the side I ordered. Once I brought it to the attention of the server it still took over 10 minutes to arrive. I was finished by the time it arrived. The entire meal was cold. The side was not good. Overall would not go back.

Stopped in here with friends when staying at Galt House. Drinks were amazing! What a great place to hang out with friends. Very laid back atmosphere. Had a great time!

Maybe I would go back while staying at the Gault but I definitely will not be ordering the shrimp tacos. I asked the waiter if they were good he said yes (I really prefer an honest opinion when I ask staff) they came out with hard cold flour tortillas so I ate the (also far from warm) shrimp which was "meh". The aperol spritz was enjoyable as well as the ambience of the bar and the server was just "ok" I won't mention names.

We found free street parking in front. Reasonable menu with a nice lunch selection. There was wine, beer & cocktails in a stylish bar. At 12:30 we had the restaurant to ourselves. We each ordered a chicken club sandwich, they are out of pasta & burgers. It was warm on a fresh brioche bun with avocado & cheese and matchstick fries. It was tasty & service was attentive.

Jockey Silks was hopping on a Saturday night! It's located at the Galt House on the 2nd floor of the Rivue Tower. My friend and I were lucky enough to find a spot near the bar in high back chairs. Seating here feels comfortable and encourages you to sit for awhile and have a drink. The crowd was a bit overwhelming compared to other spots at the Galt House. A large party of 25-30 people was taking the attention of the servers and bartenders. We experienced a long wait at the bar, and watched servers struggling to match tables with food. I was excited to try a 4th Street Bramble with gin and blackberry compote. It was okay but the flavors didn't quite blend the way I imagined them. The compote settled at the bottom of the glass between sips and needed to be stirred up. We left mid-drink due to the crowd; however, I'd head back to Jockey Silks. On a quieter night I think it would be a comfortable spot to relax before heading back to the hotel room.

Had a friend that was in town staying at the Galt House and suggested we meet up at this bar. I had never been before and love trying new places so I was game. We met there on a late Sunday night, just coming off Covid as things were finally starting to stay open later. All kinds of clientele were popping in and out from the hotel... people dressed up, dates, families with young kids, single people just grabbing a drink at the bar, people looking like they came straight from the pool, etc. I think one of the hotel restaurants were closed and not another open bar for people, so they came to Silks. Not sure if that's how it always is, or just because there weren't any other options at the time. The look of the place reminds me more of a lounge or speakeasy type of establishment with couches, tables, booths, dim mood lighting... one where I wouldn't want to see kids in when visiting. In a place like this, I like to see their cocktail menu and order from it. There were a decent amount of specialty cocktails to choose from and I went with the Honey Berry Smash which consisted of Blueberry, Cranberry, Honey, Ginger Beer, and Mint. Very tasty! I had 2. My friend just had vodka and soda, nothing special. We wanted a bite to eat so we ordered the tuna poke. The taste of the poke was good but we wished the "fried wontons" that it came with was more of a chip to scoop the tuna on for small bites; however, it was more like wonton strips served on top of it. The added crunch from it was nice to have though. Service was spotty. When we first arrived, someone stopped by our couch to serve us. Got our first drinks quickly... and then no one ever again. We finally flagged someone down to order the poke and waited and waited and waited. People all around us were getting pizzas and their food and we still hadn't gotten our dish, one that didn't even need to be cooked. My friend walked to the bar to inquire about it and learned that it had never been submitted to the kitchen. After that was taken care of, we got it pretty quickly. We also went straight to the bar to order our 2nd round of drinks as a server still never came back by our couch/table. I don't know if one or two people had clocked out for the night or what the problem was, as the restaurant didn't seem to get any busier than when we first arrived. The service and the kids in a late night lounge is the reasoning why Silks is not a 5 star for me.

We came here because their kitchen was open late and they had good reviews. I have to say we were disappointed. The food was average and the service was terrible. They only had one server for the entire dining area. That just set her up to fail. We asked the bartender who delivered our food for another beer and he didn't do any better at completing the task. We had the Caesar salad, Thai chili wings, and buffalo chicken sandwich with fries. The food was delivered after it had obviously been sitting under the warming lamps for quite a while because it was dead and lukewarm. For the inconvenience of the parking at this location, there are a lot better places to go in Louisville.

So, we spent a weekend in Louisville recently, and we took a 'trolley tour' that began and ended at the Galt House hotel, which is where Jockey Silks is located. At the end of our final day, we visited Jockey Silks on the recommendation of our tour guide, for a final lunch before hitting the road back to Indianapolis. I was blown away. We both had the short rib burger, and I have to say, this was one of the most fantastic sandwiches I've ever had. It wasn't really a burger, but instead, pieces of brazed short rib meat between two buns, but Holy Cow. I don't want to be too emphatic here, but this meal was life-changing. So, I highly recommend having that.

We were looking for a drink between tours and dinner, and after unsuccessfully trying to get into Galt House, we ended up here - and I'm so glad we did!! Our waiter was super sweet and helpful, captivating in conversation, and makes a hell of a drink. Prices are expected for the area, but these drinks are definitely high quality. Tons of bourbon options. Definitely recommend if you're looking for a nice bar to grab a great drink!

Friendly welcome from Trey at the bar who also makes a mean cocktail. We got the Jockey Old Fashioned and the American Pharaoh. Both were amazing. The vibe is cool and relaxed. Great place to check out on the Bourbon Trail.

3.5 stars, probably because our group didn't fully maximize our Jockey Silks experience. On a new day of bar hopping, we started our journey here. Got a little lost in the maze of the building but eventually walked into the quiet and empty space of (eerie) hotel bar vibes. There were only a few people chilling at the bar itself, which makes sense because it just opened for the day. We found a circle of couches and seating for all 10-12 of us, taking turns ordering drinks at the bar. While Jockey Silks is a bourbon bar, I was imaging getting all dressed up and sipping a dirty martini so that's what I got. It was okay... a little more iced and vermouth-y and less dirty than I wanted. The bartender was chill. Not very conversational. Seems like a fantastic spot for a first date or business meeting. Love the decor and ambiance. They seem to have pretty typical bar food but everything is presented well, from the looks of photos. I'd definitely come back to discover a few new whiskies (not necessarily their cocktails) and really utilize the knowledge of the bartenders.

Tough to say this was by far the worst experience I have had. I know anything I write will seem like someone with an agenda. We waited for an hour and had to seek out someone for a menu and the team had no idea who to help first. I watched people who had come in a half hour after we did get service. I politely asked each time for someone to take our order when they had a moment . There were only two of us and it was a little busy but not crazy. We were patient, waiting an hour and continued to politely ask for service. There were about 5-6 servers but not a single one made any effort. No eye contact, no "just a minute " I have been all over the country and don't have unreasonable expectations. I tell servers to take their time when they are busy and thanks them repeatedly for working in a hectic environment. I can handle cold food, slow service, wrong orders, cranky staff etc. I made the effort over and over to just get on anyone's radar. I would have waited longer had anyone engaged.

If you're looking for a sexy place for a cocktail, this is your place. We came on a Monday evening. It was quiet, low crowds. This place is SEXY. Nice high back chairs to sit and chat. Leather couches, circle booths and comfortable bar chairs. The cocktails are good. Since I'm visiting Kentucky, I'm forcing myself to only order bourbon drinks. And the Kentucky Apple Shine did not disappoint. Light and fresh and slightly spiced. Hubby got an old fashioned. It was strong and good. Kevin, bar tender, gave us great service.

Terrible service. Staying at the galt and been here twice. Typically takes about 15 minutes for a drink to be made and the server does not stop by in between. I had to get up and walk over to the servers twice because they were talking in the back area. Drink was alright

Wonderful food, service and bourbon. It has a dark and intimate atmosphere. Great for a date.

Stopped here with my husband for lunch today to finish off our "Urban Bourbon Trail" Experience. There were only 2 workers for the whole restaurant and boy, did they work their tails off to make sure everyone had a good time. We ordered a few cocktails and some fried green tomatoes which were all great! Great spot for anyone in Louisville looking to grab drinks and apps with friends.

Nice ambiance, good service, great food! You have to try the sidewinder fries! Bring your appetite!

***This has already been submitted to the BBB.*** I don't even want to give this "restaurant " one star. When a customer approached the bar (my friend and I were eating at the bar) from the dining room very politely, asking if someone could clean his table so he and his party could eat, the female bartender started yelling, crying behind the bar, and asking the customer to "stop yelling at her." Nobody was yelling until she. Then, the manager from behind the bar came and told the customer to "GET THE F%$# OUT!". Then the manager called "security". It was 6 PM, and there were maybe 30 people in this restaurant. "Security" asked him to leave AFTER the server yelled at the customer, "You need to walk your ass out of here now!" The customer was in a wheelchair. So ×3. After the customer and his wife/girlfriend/partner left, all THREE of the employees proceeded to talk about them to customers not only using bad language but no professionalism. This is not okay. Oh...and he gave the 2 of us a free dinner and drinks after I got lippy. Huh. So, NO, do not go here. Ever.

Dark and sporty atmosphere. Cocktails were delicious and the flatbread was phenomenal

Great staff! Kevin was amazing! I order the fried green tomatoes, the fried chicken and the butter cake! All of the food was great.

We absolutely loved this bar! Our bartenders were amazing- Dan, and another woman (I didn't catch her name but she was here in the US finishing her masters and was so so sweet!!) Dan spent time hunting down a baseball game we were wanting to watch, and made some really good drinks. We planned on grabbing a drink then going back to our room, but ended up staying a few hours and finishing the game. The bar itself was a really cozy spot with a lot of different seating options and some tasty food to snack on. Don't let the fact that this bar is in a hotel deter you- if we are ever back in town we will definitely be back!

Jason and Crittenden are exactly what you would expect and more from a real bourbon bar the way they support and interact with their staff, mix their drinks and provide a great atmosphere They have a great attitude I don't know if I'll ever go back to Louisville Kentucky again but if I do I would definitely Visit Jockey Silks for sure!! If there is a convention in town you may wanna go on a week night seems the secret is out

Jockeys is in the Galt House Hotel where we stayed for the weekend. After visiting several establishments, this ended up being my favorite place. Perfect to unwind after a long day or starting a fun night. Lighting is low. Decor is dark woods and leathers. Friendly staff. The drinks and app we had were great.

We picked The Galt House at random because it was near Louisville Slugger and the Muhammad Ali Museum, and were initially disappointed when Walker's Exchange was closed for lunch. We waited about 15 minutes for Jersey Silks to open, and were worried about the limited lunch menu. But from the second we walked in the door, Angie made us feel like VIPs, she recommended food and drinks, helped us choose our bourbon flights, talked to us like we were old friends, and just made this an amazingly positive experience for us. We had the Down the Rabbit Hole flight (Angie's recommendation, and what ended up being our favorite) and the Make Me a Maker's flight. Both were amazing, well portioned, and amazing selections for a full tasting of these distilleries. (Because of COVID, many of these tastings inside the distilleries were closed, and Angie helped make up for that by helping us with these flights). We're from Missouri, and Angie was genuinely interested in us, our trip, where else we had been, and in what she could do to help make it a great day for us. All the food was amazing - but the truffle fries were truly the standout, they are a must-order. I HIGHLY recommend this establishment, especially if Angie is working, and especially if you are unable to visit the distillers themselves, Angie can help make that feeling come to life.

I LOVE the ambiance of Jockey Silks Bourbon Bar! Most hotel bars are unoriginal & feel like hotel bars. This feels like a top shelf spot for sipping in the bourbon capital of the world! We stopped in Jockey Silks after dinner at Walker's Exchange during a bachelorette weekend to enjoy a cocktail before going to Noraebar for karaoke & it was the perfect interlude. I ordered the seasonal sangria drink, which was made with a white wine, a variety of juices & fresh fruit. It's not on the menu right now, because it took me forever to catch up on my reviews, but I hope to see it again soon because I definitely plan on going back to the Galt House for another little staycation during Covid & Jockey Silks will be a must drink stop that weekend! I was impressed with their Covid safety standards as well. The bachelorette weekend already had to be changed quite a bit, but we still wanted to make it special for our bride to be, & Jockey Silks was a big part of that. The staff were all masked, gloved & incredibly friendly. They welcomed us while we were also masked & we ordered before removing them. They encouraged us to mask when staff approached the table, but were kind to those in our party who forgot or who jumped to do it after they had already arrived. The drinks came out fast & they got us our check & processed it quickly when our ride to karaoke arrived a tad earlier than originally planned. If you are in town visiting or just walking through downtown in search of a unique place to have a fabulous drink, try Jockey Silks...you'll love it!

Best bourbon bar in Louisville!! If you go no where else come here. Bartenders are top notch and well versed in excellent bourbon cocktails. They catered to my friends and I. We didn't want to leave. CriHendren & Josh took excellent care of us!!!! Highly , highly recommend!!!!

Yummy drinks and cool atmosphere! We came here at a slow time prior to a show, so it was nice and quiet and relaxing! The drinks we ordered were perfectly made. Looking forward to going back!