Furlongs - A Louisiana Restaurant

Furlongs in Louisville - sister to the Lexington Furlongs - is as well-known for its Cajun/Creole cuisine as it is for decor that pays homage to horse racing. Rich and warm like a full-bodied Kentucky bourbon, Furlongs' doors open at 4 p.m. daily, and from that moment on, the bar and dining room are a buzz with activity as patrons partake of classic cocktails, martinis, and fine wines while sharing appetizers of Shrimp Remoulade, Fried Crawfish Tails, and Grilled Andouille Sausage. Among the seafood specialties, favorites include the Shrimp Creole, Stuffed Catfish, Fried Oysters and Broiled Lobster Tails. But Furlongs is equally revered for its BBQ Ribs and prime, hand-cut New York Strips, Ribeyes and Filet Mignon. Grab a seat at the bar and catch the game on HDTV while nursing an imported brew. Or if you're so disposed, sip wine on the outdoor patio and take in the celebrity scene, particularly during racing season when everybody who's anybody makes it a point to swing by Furlongs for cocktails and dinner. Furlongs is now open for lunch and serves brunch on Sundays.