Classic Americana with a twist!
DESCRIPTION: Excellent food, entrees that I would have never imagined... Parings like scallops with grits... Unique and a new trend in the Americana fare. Truly a trend setting concept!
DATE: 2003-01-16
FOODRATING : 10
SERVICERATING : 10
AMBIANCERATING : 10
OVERALLRATING : 8
RECOMMENDED DISHES : Chipoltle glazed pork chop, Filet, and as an app. the hush p. what a suprise!

Avalon, the pairing of art and cuisine
DESCRIPTION: Another recent addition to the Louisville dining landscape, this Bardstown Road American Bistro won us over. Chef Nathan Carlson has certainly lived up to what this bistro boasts, "Our passion is creating exceptional cuisine". The menu is not overwhelming for the dining patron, which is probably why the food at Avalon is superb. Avalon occupies the old Bobby J s Restaurant and Club, however, a total architectural transformation occurred on the interior. The walls are adorned with dazzling artwork, murals, and sculptures. In fact, make it a point to wander through the restaurant and check out the collection. The newly transformed atmosphere at Avalon is upscale causal ..that means you don t need the tie (as if you need a tie to dine in Louisville anyway). Seating is well designed and thankfully not over-crowded, enhancing an intimate dinning experience. Let s not forget about what Chef Carlson is creating in his kitchen. The appetizers are exuberant and delectable. Totally unique, savory, and daring are the fried risotto and gouda "spheres" with smoked tomato vinaigrette and the rock shrimp stuffed hush puppy with mushrooms and mayonnaise. Regardless of your choice---they re all first rate. Creativity hallmarks the entrees, which are all wonderfully prepared. Olive marinated lamb loin, preserved lemon and chili oil--- now that s what we're talking about, 'flair!' Additionally, several pasta, seafood, and meat entrees and sandwiches are available. The soft-shell crab sandwich with avocado, remoulade and shoestring potato now there s a sandwich to satisfy any kid from Baltimore. The wine list boasts over 40 wines 'by-the-glass' which, is unheard of at most restaurants. The service is strong without being overbearing. For a bit of artistic culture, intimate dining, and outstanding cuisine check out one of Bardstown Roads newest kid on the block, Avalon. BOYZ FAVORITES Appetizer: Fried Risotto and Gouda Spheres Smoked Tomato Vinaigrette Rock Shrimp Stuffed Hush Puppy, Mushrooms, Mayonnaise Entree: Seared Scallops, A Porridge of Stone Ground Grits, Country Ham Garnish Pork Chop, Maple Sugar Chipotle Glaze, and Succotash
DATE: 2003-08-03
FOODRATING : 8
SERVICERATING : 8
AMBIANCERATING : 10
OVERALLRATING : 8