Holy Grale

Built in 1905, this small Unitarian Church in the heart of the Louisville’s Original Highlands neighborhood is now home to the Holy Grale. Here you can come taste a variety of ever-changing beers from all over the world poured from one of our 26 taps, or opt for our bottle list.

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8 / 10
254
ratings
  • Phone

    (502) 459-9939

  • Website

    holygralelouisville.com

  • Facebook

    107158996020922

  • Type

    Beer Garden

Address

1034 Bardstown Rd (at Baxter Ave) Louisville , KY 40204 United States

Credit Cards Yes (incl. American Express)
Outdoor Seating Yes
Menus Brunch
Drinks Beer, Full Bar, Cocktails
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Comments / 71


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Eater

Omitted from the inaugural Eater 18 only because this converted Unitarian Church is more bar than restaurant , its kitchen (elevated pub food ) just added Friday, Saturday and Sunday lunch service.

Derek Chan

The ox tail poutine is incredible. They were also kind enough to give us extra bread to soak up all the amazing curry of their mussels dish. Beer selection , decor and service make this place a must.

Travel + Leisure

Occupying a former Unitarian church , this craft-beer bar puts a pub-cuisine twist on its local-beef burger : a fresh pretzel bun . Read more

Brad

Excellent beer list , Top Five burger , dutch style fries , unreal ambience. Beware friends, I won't shut up about the burger for a while.

Metromix Louisville

European-style beer bar , inspired by the beer culture in Belgium and Holland is housed in an old church . If you want to try a beer you've never find anywhere else, this is the place. Read more

Rocky Clark

Easily one of the best burgers in Louisville. Also, the beer cheese and scotch quail eggs are awesome. That's not to mention the fantastic beer selection

Anna Wiederkehr

Excellent selection of beers - especially Scandinavian. Also, get the Brussels sprouts without hesitation.

Imani Bgood

So so so so awesome...the variety of cider..if you are uncertain, just tell the bartender what you like and the bearded guy will provide!

Graham Lindner

Great craft beer selection . Don't miss the best coffee in the city at their sister spot Gralehouse.

Sarah Wright

Cool concept and decorations good quiet place to talk, very chill ... No music so not your typical bar scene more hipster or trendy hang out.

Paul T.

6 page menu, 5.5 pages all dedicated to beer with the remainder being food. All of it exceptional including service 🥇

Michael Clapper

And The Lord said, "Let there be beer ! Let there be beer , served on Sundays, and in a old renovated church for the Clapper family to drink it in!" And so it was. - Michael 69:69

Sherrie Greenlaw

There is a no table service. So grab a menu at the bar , take a seat wherever you like. When you've decided on the beverage & food of your choice, place your order with the barkeep.

Joseph Merideth

They have the best variety of beer in the highlands and is one of the best in Louisville.

Danielle L.

Fantastic beer selection and knowledgeable bartenders . Definitely worth a trip.

Travel + Leisure

Save room for the chocolate pots de crème, topped with kettle corn and orange zest . Read more

Ariana Bostwick

Great cocktails and a relaxing place to have a couple drinks with friends.

Amy Schuldt

Great beer selection . The food is not for the picky eater. The Fried Chicken Slider is super spicy !

Chris Combest

The choir loft is cozy if it's open. There are separate beer selections available too.

Chris Sims

There are 8 "Last Supper" scenes in the men's restroom . In one of the scenes , Jesus is holding up the biscuit he used to invent The Reggie. Oh sweet lord god almighty. The Reggie

Victor

Try the beer ramen ! It's actually pretty good.

TV Food Maps

Check out Holy Grale as it was featured on Best Bars in America for Craft beer bar with over 20 taps Read more

Jason Yovanoff

Come here for a pre-dinner snack . Beer only. Nice back yard . Amazing pretzel + beer cheese .

Helen Schrock

Excellent beer selection . Amazing atmosphere. A must at least one time.

Greg Bruno

So cute . Outdoor patio space is so pretty and spacious .

Chris Elliott

Louisville's best bar , best outdoor seating , best beer , best bar food , and one of its best burgers .

Julie Goldman

They are open 7 days. You may definitely drink on Monday. Or any other day, for that matter.

Chris Sims

There are 8 "Last Supper" scenes in the mens restroom . In one of them, Jesus is holding the biscuit that he used to invent the Reggie. Oh sweet lord god almighty. The Reggie

louisville.com

"Every time we enter this beer bar , the selection of globally sourced beers pouring from 20 taps changes from the last time we were here."

Jones

Great scene to relax and have a beer in the garden or loft.

Sydney Rose

Cool vibe. Old church renovated as a bar . Good beer selection .

Chris Elliott

Check out the garden bar , too. The beers out there aren't listed on the inside menu.

Shom Sarkar

Beware: The pickled pepper may be the spiciest thing I've ever eaten. And I'm Indian, so I eat a lot of spicy crap.

Lynn Moore

Great beer selection in a cool spot!

Max

Great beers and really good food, too!

Rosalind Streeter

Chorizo tacos are indeed awesome. Get one! If they have bacon cupcakes get one of those as well .

Chris

Superb selection of craft beer

Greg Wortham

Place very pricey . But have to say worth it. Farm House burger and frites bad to the ass

Thomas Horine

Th/F/Sat visit the choir lift upstairs, for rare draft selections and sour and lambic bottles.

Steve C

Be sure to sit on the back patio .

Mister K

For the loveth of the cuppeth, get the pork belly sliders .

Angela Trumbaturi

Unique atmosphere inside & out.

Kris Martin

Great Belgian selection

Kurt E

The outside seating area is fantastic.

Kevin Holmes

They had a Trappist ale on tap . Very nice.

Brian Deis

Just wolfed down the shiitake sliders ...the Kim chi on them is BOSS. I don't know of anything on the menu that isn't good here.

Roxana Martinez

Great beer for girls!

Tucker Thomas

The best beer tasting room in the region ( sorry Sergio's). 20 constantly rotating crafted drafts , no "water".

Erin

Get the pretzel bread !

Lauren Coleman

Great beer and great food. Selection changes often.

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