J Graham's Cafe

A N

6 months ago

Got a hot brown and the derby pie. I wish I could eat this pie every day. Not your classic sugary pie, tastes like European pies.

Sandra Spoelstra

3 months ago

Old timey hotel downtown; had shrimp grits and it was to die for YUMMY highly recommend!

Jason Butler

11 months ago

We stayed at The Brown and had to try their world famous Hot Brown. It certainly didn't disappoint! The bread pudding was outstanding as well. One of the most unique and tasty versions of bread pudding I've ever had. Matthew took great care of us and we look forward to the next time we're in town to get another Hot Brown & bread pudding.

Chris Sparks

a month ago

A local legend featuring the iconic Hot Brown! Save room for Derby Pie

Bailey Kemme

a year ago

This is the perfect place to go for a Sunday brunch buffet date. They had many options. My only complaint is they had like half lunch food and not as many breakfast options (the French toast was not 100% fresh and they did not have waffles or pancakes) but I loved everything else about it! Server was fantastic as well. Would have liked a hash brown option and waffle pancake for it to feel like a true brunch experience. But perfect for people who like the actual lunch/breakfast vibe!

Mateo Gebon

9 months ago

J Graham’s Cafe is a very classy place to have a meal, and it’s a great spot to try a hot brown sandwich for the first time. That’s what I did, and it was a great meal. I got the petite hot brown, and it was delicious. It was cheesy and savory with a bit of tomato and turkey. It was surprisingly complex in flavor despite looking a tad messy. It figures that the place that invented the sandwich does a fantastic job of making it. I’d be back just for another hot brown. The service was top notch and very polite. It’s worth going out of your way to visit.

Zane Maguet

a year ago

I really enjoyed the food and the experience of dining at J. Graham’s Cafe! The Hot Brown completely lived up to the hype, and everything else was delicious as well! It was also really interesting to be able to look around the historic Brown Hotel. I would highly recommend making this a destination when in Louisville, both for the history and the food!

Matt Denny

a month ago

Phenomenal service. Hot brown was good. Very informative waitress. She gave us a map with attractions of Louisville.

Jon Paladino

2 months ago

The hot brown was delicious and a lot of food. I ordered the derby pie to go. Very good, great atmosphere and service.

Erica Meza

6 months ago

I highly recommend visiting J Graham’s Café inside the famous Brown Hotel. This is truly a one-of-a-kind experience that transports you back to the 1920s. The décor and architecture are stunning and make you feel like you’ve stepped into another time. I read that back in the day, the Brown would draw over 1,200 guests each evening for its dinner dances, which went late into the night and ended with the traditional ham and eggs. Out of that tradition, chef Fred Schmidt created the iconic Hot Brown—an open-faced turkey sandwich topped with bacon, tomatoes, and a delicate Mornay sauce. You absolutely must try the original right here where it all began. On Sundays, J Graham’s serves an extraordinary buffet with an impressive variety of food. You’ll find salmon, chicken and waffles, made-to-order omelets, fresh shrimp, deviled eggs, smoked salmon with bagels, Caesar salad, charcuterie, soups, vegetables, ribs, and so much more. What made our visit truly exceptional, though, was our server Kat. She went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect. My daughter has a nut allergy, and Kat was so thorough and cautious, taking the time to confirm with the kitchen that every item was safe. Her genuine concern and careful attention gave my daughter such peace of mind and made us all feel completely cared for. Kat wasn’t just attentive, she was warm, thoughtful, and truly outstanding at her job. My daughter absolutely adored her, and our entire family was deeply impressed by the level of service she provided. Because of Kat, our experience at J Graham’s Café was not only delicious but also unforgettable. I would gladly come back here again and will absolutely request Kat as our server every time.