Brasserie Provence

We have been going to Brasserie Provence for years, and it is always, always excellent. My favorites are the French onion soup and Steak Frites, but I’ve never had anything there that wasn’t excellent. The steak frites is always perfect. I like my steaks almost well done and yes that ruins the steak at some places, IF it’s not a good steak to begin with or if the chef doesn’t know how to make a good well done steak, but here I can get my steak cooked exactly as I like it (almost no pink with a bit of char on the edges but still tender and flavorful), and it’s always PERFECTION. The little salad that comes with it is always fresh and the dressing is tasty, and the fries are also perfect, especially when I remember to ask for their delicious aioli. French onion soup to start and then steak frites at Brasserie Provence is my all-time favorite meal, and it is always perfect there. My mom’s favorite is the vichyssoises, which is fabulous. They didn’t have it when she was here visiting this summer (sad face), but they had cold cantaloupe soup and it was stellar. I’m so glad Brasserie Provence is open for lunch, so I can afford to go more often! I so wish they were open for lunch on Saturdays but that’s seriously my only “complaint.” And we have missed lunch a few times when we’ve forgotten lunch closes at 2:00. So yes, my only complaint is that I can’t eat there any random time I want to, ha. The atmosphere is really lovely and pleasant, and not overly stuffy. The staff is always friendly, too, and I love that they have outdoor seating in the shade. We’ve done Mother’s Day brunch there, too, and it was delicious and well worth the price. This is our place for special celebration dinners, taking guests to dinner from out of town, and whenever we just want a great meal. Definitely our favorite restaurant!

First time dining here and we weren’t disappointed. Jeffrey our waiter seemed a little nervous but he could have been new, but he took good care of us. Guy, the owner stopped by for a quick chat and I tried to remember some of my French from high school haha We got our desserts to go, the macarons weren’t my favorite thing but the sorbet was to die for. We will definitely return sometime. C’était bon!

Had an amazing birthday dinner here. The entire staff was friendly, professional, prompt and truly gave an amazing experience. The food was phenomenal, even for those in our party that aren’t too adventurous. From the appetizers to the on the house birthday dessert the presentation and flavor combination was absolutely perfect.

Brassiere Provence is my favorite restaurant in Louisville and that’s really saying something given I’m a food critic. Every course was delicious and exquisite. The entree was an array of different flavors complimenting one another. French food is now my favorite cuisine. If you’re in this part of town then Brasserie Provence is a must try; you will certainly not be disappointed. I recommend the escargots, red ruby trout and the macarons for desert.