Proof on Main – American
Vibrant contemporary art and bold, eclectic design transform this sophisticated space into a sensory sanctuary where the morning sun illuminates a menu rooted in refined Southern soul. Guests can linger over stacks of bright lemon blueberry pancakes or savory farm-fresh frittatas, savoring a curated breakfast experience that seamlessly blends the creativity of a world-class gallery with the comforting warmth of a neighborhood kitchen.
702 West Main Street, Louisville KY 40202 https://proofonmain.com/Rating: 5/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $$$
Dietary options: halal, high-protein, keto, kosher, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, raw-food, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday
- 7:00 AM - 10:00 AM, 11:00 AM - 12:00 AM
- Tuesday - Friday
- 12:00 AM - 1:00 AM, 7:00 AM - 10:00 AM, 11:00 AM - 12:00 AM
- Saturday - Sunday
- 12:00 AM - 2:00 AM, 7:00 AM - 12:00 AM
What diners are saying
Diners rave about the creative menu and expertly prepared dishes, frequently highlighting the extensive bourbon selection as a standout feature of the experience. Celebrated for its vibrant atmosphere adorned with cool artwork, the space is praised for providing a welcoming and stylish environment. Guests consistently highlight the exceptional service, noting that the attentive and friendly staff often go above and beyond to offer personalized local recommendations that make every visit feel like a warm welcome to the city.
Menu
Breakfast Early Birds
- Green Smoothie - $7: Spinach, Pineapple, Apple Juice, Greek Yogurt
- Shuckman's Smoked Salmon Bagel - $15: Everything Schmear, Cucumber, Red Onion Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Breakfast Sandwich - $15: Scratch Biscuit, House Sausage, Scrambled Egg, American Cheese, Hashbrown Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Berries & Granola - $10: Vanilla Yogurt, Honey, Yuzu Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Steel Cut Oatmeal - $9: Spiced Apple Butter, Apples, Candied Walnuts Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Lemon Blueberry Pancakes - $14: Lemon Zest, Lemon Cream Cheese, Sorghum Butter, Blueberry Compote, Powdered Sugar Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Two Farm Eggs As You Like - $6: Choice of Toast Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Farm Egg Frittata - $15: Spinach, Potatoes, Leeks, Goat Cheese, Choice of Toast Available at: breakfast, brunch
- 21c Breakfast - $15: Two Eggs Any Style, House Bacon or Sausage, Choice of Hashbrown, Grits, or Mixed Berries, Choice of Toast Available at: breakfast, brunch
Appetizers and Starters
- Pimento Cheese - $10: Pepper Jelly, Blue Dog Bread Available at: dinner, lunch
- Charred Octopus - $21: Bagna Cauda, Lime, Toast Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Apple Morning Bun - $8: Brioche, Stewed Apple, Custard Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Beet Toast - $17: Buttermilk Ricotta, Shallot Jam Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: brunch, dinner, lunch
- Steamed Mussels - $21: Bacon Broth, Lemon, Grilled Bread Available at: dinner, lunch
- Charcuterie & Cheese - $35: Rotating Selections, Apple Butter, Pickles, Creole Mustard, Crostini Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hamachi Crudo - $21: Blood Orange, Sesame Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hedgehog Farms Mushrooms - $18: Malt Vinegar, Smoked Labna, Mostarda Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Carpaccio - $22: Horseradish, Watercress Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Herb Arancini - $15: Parmesan Crema, Chives Available at: dinner, lunch
- Romesco - $17: Seasonal Veggies, Grilled Bread Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads and Bowls
- Proof Ancient Grain Bowl - $22: Charred Beets, Marinated Kale, Tahini Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Little Gem Salad - $16: Pecorino Tuscano, Green Goddess, Fennel, Breadcrumbs Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tuna Nicoise Salad - $22: Green Goddess, Fingerling Potatoes, Sugar Snap Peas Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Baby Kale Salad - $17: Citrus, Buttermilk Vinaigrette, Granola Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Denver Steak - $25: Chermoula Crema, Fries Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Chicken Biscuit - $18: Chicken Thigh, Hot Honey, B&B Pickles, Hashbrown Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Grilled Cheese & Roasted Carrot Soup - $17: Caramelized Leeks, Coriander, Crème Fraiche Available at: dinner, lunch
- Proof Bison Burger - $23: Smoked Gouda, Garlic Aioli, Bacon Jam Available at: dinner, lunch
- Avocado Toast - $16: Sourdough Bread, Soft-Boiled Egg, Radishes, Chili Crisp Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Biscuits & Gravy - $18: House Sausage Gravy, Sunny Side Up Eggs, Chili Crisp Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Barr Farm Chicken - $38: Marsala, Maitakes, Hazelnuts Available at: dinner, lunch
- 3D Valley Pork Chop - $41: Celery Root, Braised Shallots Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Rainbow Trout - $39: Fingerlings, Fennel, Dill Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Petit Filet - $68: Potato Terrine, Taleggio Fonduta Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Butcher Shop Cut: Chef's selection Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Chicken Sandwich - $18: Chicken Thigh, Shaved Fennel, Soft Herbs, Dijon Aioli Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Pasta
- Paccheri - $35: Calabrian Sausage, Cannellini, Escarole Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spaghetti with Clams - $37: Clams, Chorizo, Meyer Lemon Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ricotta Cavatelli - $32: Shiitakes, Brown Butter, Sage Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spaghetti Bolognese - $23: Bolognese, Parmesan-Reggiano Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- House Bacon - $5 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Zone, Volumetrics, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- House Sausage - $5 Dietary tags: AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Hashbrown - $5 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Low-Cholesterol, Alkaline, Slow-Carb Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Weisenberger Grits - $5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Fresh Berries - $5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Kosher, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Brussels Sprouts - $12: Caesar, Walnuts Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gigante Beans - $12: Pesto Rosso, Breadcrumbs Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hearth Roasted Carrot - $12: Hot Honey, Pistachios Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Paleo, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- House Focaccia - $10: Cultured Butter, Fennel Pollen Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Tiramisu - $13
Beverages
- Lavazza Coffee - $5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Espresso - $4
- Cappuccino - $6
- Latte - $6
- Metz Tea - $5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Orange Juice - $4
- Soft Drink - $3
- Evian Still or Sparkling - $9 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Paper Crane Cocktail - $16: Angel's Envy Bourbon, Aperitivo, Falernum, Alpine Liqueur, Hibiscus, Lemon Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Gravely 'Sprockets' Pilsner - $11: Louisville, KY Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Lazarus Lane (N/A) - $12: NKD tequila spirit alternative, blackberry, poblano, ginger, lime, power soda Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
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