Naive Kitchen + Bar
1001 E Washington St, Louisville KY 40206
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American
Naive Kitchen + Bar is a trendy restaurant located at 1001 E Washington St in Louisville, KY. The restaurant serves up a diverse menu that caters to a variety of dietary needs, including vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options. Naive Kitchen + Bar prides itself on using fresh, locally sourced ingredients to create innovative and flavorful dishes.
The interior of Naive Kitchen + Bar is stylish and contemporary, with an open and airy feel. The restaurant has a cozy and welcoming atmosphere that is perfect for a night out with friends, a romantic dinner for two, or a family gathering.
Some notable dishes on the menu include vegan mac and cheese, beet tartare, and jackfruit tacos, among others. Additionally, the restaurant has a selection of cocktails, beers, and wines to pair with meals. Naive Kitchen + Bar also offers a Sunday brunch menu that features popular items like avocado toast, vegan waffles, and breakfast burritos.
The restaurant is open for lunch and dinner seven days a week, and reservations are recommended. Overall, Naive Kitchen + Bar is a good option for anyone looking for a unique dining experience in Louisville. The restaurant's focus on fresh ingredients, creative dishes, and welcoming ambiance makes it a favorite among both casual diners and food enthusiasts.
Reservations
Business Info
- Address: 1001 E Washington St, Louisville KY 40206
- Cross Street: Wenzel
- Cuisine: American | Australian | California | Fusion | Sunday Brunch | Vegan | Vegetarian |
- Cost: | Inexpensive
- Category: Upscale Casual
- Star Rating:
- Reservations: Recommended
- Dress Code: Casual
- Meals Served: Brunch | Lunch | Dinner |
- Parking: Street |
- Payment Options: VISA | Amex | MasterCard | Discover | Cash | Debit |
- Corkage Fee: N/A
- Website: www.eatnaive.com
- Phone: 5027497856
- Features: Full Bar, Sunday Brunch, Organic Ingredients, Outdoor Seating, Takeout Available, Happy Hours, Healthy Options, Free Wi-Fi, Gay / Lesbian, Farm-to-table,
- Occasion: Romantic Dining, Dining Alone, Business Dining, Meet for a Drink, People Watching, Special Occasion, Vegetarian, Trendy / Hip, Celebrity Spotting, Date Night,
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Business Hours
Reservations Available
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- Lunch- Indoor Seating 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
- Dinner- Indoor Seating 5 p.m. - 8 p.m.
- Lunch- Outdoor Seating 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
- Dinner- Outdoor Seating 5 p.m. - 9 p.m.
- Wednesday
- Lunch- Indoor Seating 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
- Dinner- Indoor Seating 5 p.m. - 9 p.m.
- Lunch- Outdoor Seating 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
- Dinner- Outdoor Seating 5 p.m. - 9 p.m.
- Thursday
- Lunch- Indoor Seating 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
- Dinner- Indoor Seating 5 p.m. - 9 p.m.
- Lunch- Outdoor Seating 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
- Dinner- Outdoor Seating 5 p.m. - 9 p.m.
- Friday
- Lunch- Indoor Seating 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
- Dinner- Indoor Seating 5 p.m. - 10 p.m.
- Lunch- Outdoor Seating 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
- Dinner- Outdoor Seating 5 p.m. - 10 p.m.
- Saturday
- Brunch- Indoor Seating 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
- Dinner- Indoor Seating 5 p.m. - 10 p.m.
- Brunch- Outdoor Seating 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
- Dinner- Outdoor Seating 5 p.m. - 10 p.m.
- Sunday
- Brunch- Indoor Seating 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
- Brunch- Outdoor Seating 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
- Indoor Dinner 5 p.m. - 9 p.m.
- Outdoor Dinner 5 p.m. - 9 p.m.
F.A.Q.s
Frequently Asked Questions- How do I make a reservation for the day of?
- You can call the restaurant at (502)749-7856 to enquire about availability and book your reservation.
- How can I book a large party (13 or more)?
- You can email the restaurant [email protected] and a member of the management team will get back to you within 48 hours. A deposit and a specialized menu is required for all large parties
Customer Reviews & Ratings
4.41 out of 5 stars based on 470 votes
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
May 08, 2021
Rodney C.
Great service with creative and delicious food. Will return.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Jan 09, 2023
Lisa S.
Loved our server! Great recommendations, warm service. Chef took care for the vegan and celiac in our group. Will definately return!
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Oct 15, 2021
Jason W.
Food came out in a different order but that was fine as the food was delicious and our waiter was awesome!
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Jan 03, 2023
Brandy V.
Always wonderful
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
May 30, 2021
Matt S.
Always excellent food - unique and tasty - keep returning!
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Jul 03, 2022
Shelby A.
Loved it! Service was wonderful and had such a lovely evening.
- Overall: 7/10
- Food: 8/10
- Service: 9/10
- Ambience: 9/10
- Value: 8/10
Feb 25, 2023
Nisha G.
This is a great place to order several small plates to share.
- Overall: 3/10
- Food: 7/10
- Service: 2/10
- Ambience: 2/10
- Value: 3/10
Mar 16, 2022
Todd H.
I realize dinner on a Sunday evening is not a big revenue night for most places BUT at least show some effort for those who do show up. It seemed the staff was more interested in cleaning up to close down for the night from the time we walked in then attending to the few tables occupied by guests. I will not go out of my way to recommend what this place. Too bad though as it does offer a unique menu in an interesting part of Louisville.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Feb 24, 2022
John C.
One of our favorite date night restaurants. The new tasting menu is amazing. 10/10 always recommend!
- Overall: 6/10
- Food: 6/10
- Service: 6/10
- Ambience: 9/10
- Value: 4/10
Feb 07, 2023
Jd D.
Food took a long time, was just ok for the price- i never use salt on anything but had to give it a generous shake a couple of times, service slow, coffee cold- usually have nothing but good things to say but this brunch was an all around dud
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Dec 10, 2021
Suzanne S.
Great food and service!
- Overall: 8/10
- Food: 9/10
- Service: 7/10
- Ambience: 7/10
- Value: 8/10
Dec 11, 2021
John David D.
Loved it overall & will definitely return. The food was great. Any critical comments are only quibbles. But since you asked: * Music was a little too loud * Servers knew little or nothing about the wines * Door to bathroom often stood open & light on, which was not a great view * Garden Burger a little dry & could use more of a sauce than the mayo. But, again, we had a very enjoyable experience.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 0/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 0/10
Mar 08, 2023
Oren B.
Really great vegetarian and non vegetarian food. Laid back atmosphere. Great place!
- Overall: 7/10
- Food: 8/10
- Service: 5/10
- Ambience: 9/10
- Value: 7/10
Jun 16, 2022
John B.
Food was great. Service was friendly, but spotty and ill-timed. First course arrived before our drinks were served.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Sep 14, 2022
MICHAEL B.
Great spot for vegan and vegetarian food, we will definitely be back. Drinks were great, forget your usual and get one of their creations you won't regret it. Our server was new (their name escapes me at this time) they did a great job. Good portion, the chefs are crushing it here, everything we ordered was tremendous. Instantly in my top Louisville recommendations.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 9/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Dec 03, 2021
Kelly R.
Naive is a cute space with a fun atmosphere and amazing food! For those who are looking for vegan, gluten free, or just fun, fresh food Naive is a must try.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Feb 18, 2022
Dennis R.
Food and Service was excellent as usual! Always a great experience!
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Feb 27, 2023
Sarah B.
What a beautiful space! The service was warm, well-informed, and very hospitable. The food was excellent. We had a business lunch with an out of town guest and all were favorably impressed. Will return.
- Overall: 4/10
- Food: 6/10
- Service: 2/10
- Ambience: 5/10
- Value: 5/10
Aug 12, 2022
Pacifique U.
The most awful service I have ever received. The aesthetics were great and I was looking forward to making this a regular hangout spot with my girlfriends, but the service was absolutely horrendous and the staff did not seem to care. The restaurant wasn’t even that busy, or else it would have been understand. Probably won’t be going back.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Apr 02, 2022
Christine M.
A lovely restaurant with very tasty food!
- Overall: 8/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 6/10
- Value: 9/10
Feb 20, 2022
Ron W.
Great restaurant , wonderful food. Keep it up. The only issue was where we (4) were seated - in the very back next to a curtained doorway allowing cold air to enter. Don’t seat old people back there in cold weather; young people probably won’t;t notice. Will return.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 9/10
- Value: 10/10
Oct 27, 2022
Katie A.
We had the veggie tasting menu for 2. Loved the 1st course mushrooms! Mixed feelings on the pumpkin and beet 4th course. The waitress we had was attentive and kind. Slightly lower score on ambiance because the seating was a little awkward (table pole right between your legs, and no back to the stool), and the light above our table kept flickering. The staff wrote us a congratulations card, as I had marked our reservation as being for our wedding anniversary. What a sweet gesture! If we didn't live states away, we'd be back in a heartbeat. Thank you for making our anniversary dinner a special one we will remember!
- Overall: 1/10
- Food: 1/10
- Service: 2/10
- Ambience: 2/10
- Value: 1/10
Feb 15, 2022
Mysh B.
Worst place I've been for such a overall price. It was really a terrible experience. I won't be back nor ever recommend.
- Overall: 8/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 7/10
- Ambience: 8/10
- Value: 7/10
Nov 10, 2022
Nancy C.
The food was exceptional, and with many vegan and vegetarian choices. However, the reception when we walked in was not warm at all, and the receptionist/waitress seemed a bit confused, as were we, because we’d made reservations but were told upon arrival to sit anywhere. The waitress seemed timid and rarely smiled, if at all. We would have liked to sit outside but weren’t told there was outdoor seating.
We were charged $4 for an iced tea refill, which is ridiculous.
I will come back for the food, and hope the atmosphere and service are a bit warmer the next time.
- Overall: 9/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 8/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 8/10
Nov 04, 2021
Heather F.
Food was excellent! Both cauliflower apps were a delight. We were there for a late lunch, and they seemed short staffed (like most places) but we were patient and tipped generously to show our gratitude for those who were working.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 9/10
Sep 29, 2021
Amy S.
Amazing! I’m vegan and they had a lot of options. Best cauliflower I’ve ever had!
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Jul 09, 2021
Elizabeth P.
We had a fabulous experience dining here. Great food and a lovely atmosphere. Morgan our server was helpful and fun. The bartender whose name I did not get was great too. Cauliflower starter was to die for as were both the salmon and bucatini entrees.
- Overall: 2/10
- Food: 9/10
- Service: 0/10
- Ambience: 5/10
- Value: 3/10
Oct 02, 2022
Caroline F.
The service we received from Eliza was absolutely terrible. She made the whole experience terrible. The food was good once we got it, but it took too long and ended up coming cold.
- Overall: 5/10
- Food: 7/10
- Service: 1/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 7/10
May 01, 2022
craig D.
Kitchen was backed up and food took around 45 minutes and the server really didn’t come around much to give us any update and we got up to get our own coffee at one point because we were all empty on drinks and he didn’t come around to offer any or to apologize for the long wait etc
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Dec 13, 2021
Christian M.
Outstanding food and service. Our new favorite place!
- Overall: 6/10
- Food: 6/10
- Service: 5/10
- Ambience: 7/10
- Value: 3/10
Sep 05, 2021
Christina S.
Nice ambiance. Really wanted to like and be blow away by the food but was disappointed. It didn't taste bad, it was just not as elevated as a I expected. For the price, there are much better restaurants in the Louisville area which similar ambiance that are more affordable.
- Overall: 4/10
- Food: 4/10
- Service: 7/10
- Ambience: 5/10
- Value: 7/10
Jan 29, 2023
Susan B.
Disappointing. Food was bland and tiny portions.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Jul 20, 2022
Jen S.
Best Gluten Free Brunch in Louisville!
- Overall: 9/10
- Food: 9/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 9/10
- Value: 9/10
Jan 17, 2023
Andy G.
Staff were excellent
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Mar 13, 2022
Stephanie P.
Great food and service in a beautiful space.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Oct 29, 2022
Lisa B.
Fun, lively atmosphere with healthy food prepared to delicious-ness!! Our server, Justin, was super friendly and helpful. Naive is always one of our go-to restaurants with dependably good food.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Mar 20, 2022
Gary B.
It was our first time there and we loved everything about it and will definitely be back soon!!!
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
May 24, 2022
susan c.
It was delicious and wonderful!
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Oct 28, 2022
Diane S.
I love Naive ! Have been eating there for 7 or more years always impresses!
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Oct 26, 2022
Tyler P.
Everything was amazing, food and service. Absolutely loved it. Roasted cauliflower was 10/10
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Jul 17, 2022
Missy K.
Love Naive!
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Jul 12, 2022
Amanda R.
Thank you to Naive for a wonderful experience. I was visiting from California and usually cannot find gluten-free or veggie options in Kenucky. Naive provided a wonderful dinner experience free from worry and more importantly DELICIOUS! The servers were knowledgable on all food, the location is beautiful and located in Butchertown with art galleries, shops and breweries on all sides. Thank you Naive for making my trip!
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Aug 01, 2022
John David D.
Excellent experience in every way. Could not have been better.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Oct 21, 2022
Melanie C.
Great vibes, healthy and delicious food and beverages, wonderful service!
- Overall: 7/10
- Food: 5/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 6/10
May 06, 2021
Colleen W.
Overall, it was a great place for a meet-up! I wouldn't go there for a casual, and it seemed a bit over priced for what it was. The food was decent, but the portions were sub-par for the prices, such as the whitefish toast and ahi ahi tuna. I also ordered the charred broccolini as a side and it was a tiny pile of tiny burnt broccolini, which was a bit disappointing.
I'm not sure I'll return, and I'm not sure I'll rave about my experience or the restaurant. All was okay.
- Overall: 1/10
- Food: 7/10
- Service: 1/10
- Ambience: 7/10
- Value: 2/10
Oct 03, 2021
Amy J.
We received our entrees before we ever received our drinks. I understand everyone being short staffed right now, but this was a stretch. This was my second time eating there and both times the service was a nightmare. The food is tasty but they need to get it together.
- Overall: 7/10
- Food: 9/10
- Service: 5/10
- Ambience: 7/10
- Value: 8/10
Jan 17, 2023
Norm M.
The food we ordered last night was quite yummy! There were a couple little things that were off that could definitely use some improvement though.
While we were there it was quite drafty and chilly in the back. One of the servers tried to fix this but it definitely impacted the dining experience.
The food we had was delicious, but there were modifications made to the plate that we weren't advised on. I had ordered the garden burger very excited to try the sweet potatoe fries, instead it was served with whole small potatoes. Very well done, but not quite what I ordered. For our appetizer, it was supposed to include both cauliflower and string beans, the string beans were not included.
I felt that the service, while polite wasn't warm and inviting. The servers spent more time with other tables and seemed a bit rushed when they were at our table. It didn't leave the greatest impression.