Gralehaus, located at 1001 Baxter Ave, Louisville, KY, is an enchanting café that captures the essence of comfort and culinary craftsmanship. Patrons rave about the warm and welcoming atmosphere, akin to a quaint diner but with a gourmet twist. The emphasis on high-quality, house-made ingredients shines through in dishes like the blissfully fluffy biscuits and gravy, and the innovative burrata milk toast—both perfect for sharing during brunch. Visitors have noted the impressive breadth of the menu, featuring both small plates and hearty entrees, ensuring there is something for everyone. Highly regarded is the almond joy bar, a delightful chocolate brownie complemented by a rich caramelized coconut mousse. Drinks like the hot cookie butter latte and various non-alcoholic beverages, such as Abita Root Beer, elevate the experience further. Service at Gralehaus often garners affection, described as friendly and attentive, enhancing the overall dining experience. Guests leave feeling not only satisfied but eager to return, as evidenced by repeat visitors and glowing reviews. Whether you're in for a quick coffee or an indulgent brunch, Gralehaus promises delightful dishes and a cozy charm that captures the heart of Louisville’s culinary scene.
Amenities and More
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
No wheelchair-accessible entrance
From the business
Identifies as women-owned
Service options
Has outdoor seating
On-site services available
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
No delivery
Highlights
Has fast service
Has great beer selection
Serves great coffee
Has great tea selection
Popular for
Popular for breakfast
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
Good for working on laptop
Offerings
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Serves cocktails
Serves coffee
Serves comfort food
Serves healthy options
Serves organic dishes
Quick bite
Serves small plates
Serves vegetarian dishes
Serves wine
Dining options
Serves breakfast
Serves brunch
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Serves dessert
Has seating
Amenities
Has toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Historic
Trendy
Crowd
Popular with tourists
Popular with university students
Planning
Doesn't accept reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Somewhat difficult to find a space
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Reviews For Gralehaus
CYPRSS
Jun 1,2025
My husband and I stopped in on a roadtrip, and we were both very impressed. The service was great- the employees were friendly and attentive- and the food was incredible. My husband got a burger and I got a sausage egg biscuit. The made-in-house biscuit was exactly what I needed in the middle of a long day on the road. I didn’t know how I’d feel about pimento cheese on a breakfast sandwich but somehow it just worked. I hope we get to come back, because there was so much on the menu that looked great that I’d love to try.
Mindy Nguyen
May 31,2025
Decided to stop by here bc I remembered it was primarily a coffee shop but surprised to see it expanded to be a more obvious cafe with both small plates good to share & broader coffee selection. We got the burrata milk toast, biscuits and gravy (without the egg that it comes with), and a hot cookie butter latte to share. Everything was surprisingly really good and tasty! I liked the portion sizes for a brunch setting, as it was the perfect meal size / not too big. Perfect to share with your partner and not get tired of anything. Though it seemed packed and busy, the service was super quick and it was interesting seeing the food being made from our bar seat!
Brittany H
May 15,2025
One of my favorite restaurants in Louisville, they food is always gourmet but simple, and always very delicious. The atmosphere has a welcoming diner vibe while also feeling fancy. Can’t wait to go back!
Rachel Flory
May 3,2025
YUM!!! My party of 6 came for brunch and sat outside immediately. Our waiter was very welcoming and helpful to explain the ordering process. They make most things in-house. The food was DELICIOUS! We all got different things and we’re all impressed! Great service, great food. The tables outback are picnic table-style.
J Hand
Apr 14,2025
This place is so good we came back despite only being in Kentucky for less than 4 days. We had the wellness shot, sorghum lattes, ugly frittata and the grits. All of it was just so good. Also the vibe and the waitstaff were so welcoming. If I go back to Louisville I’ll be here.
Riannon Banks
Apr 11,2025
The food here was awesome. Husband and I split the breakfast sandwich on a potato bun. I didn’t even have a chance to snap a photo before I ate all of it. We had a short wait upon arrival where they directed us to their waiting room - the kid working in there by himself was in the weeds. We waited almost 15 min for him to even talk to him, and there was only 7 of us in there. Cool that there was an option to have drinks and pastries while you wait, but was not efficient. We had hot toddies while we waited, for brunch we had their version of an espresso martini and a breakfast old fashioned.
Clara Shean
Apr 5,2025
Recently stopped in for brunch and was blown away by the service, the coffee and the ugly frittata that I had! Sydney and Brianna were so helpful, my latte art was gorgeous too. Definitely will be back in soon and I can’t wait to try more things in the food menu and a different drink! Also love the little book library that they have out front. We need more of these around town
Calvin Tustan
Mar 31,2025
Definitely a recommendation if you're in Louisville. The wait staff all had very friendly attitudes. The interior was warm and welcoming. I got the Maca Mocha and French Toast and loved them!
Reviews For Gralehaus