Volare Italian Ristorante

Louisville's premier fine-dining Italian, open since August 2004 on Frankfort Avenue. Managing Partners: Executive Chef Joshua Moore and GM Jonathan Tarullo. Moore started as a pastry assistant at Vincenzo's at 14 and has since cooked at the James Beard House, served Muhammad Ali and Robert DeNiro, and grows produce on his own 10-acre farm to supply the restaurant. Voted Best Italian by Louisville Magazine three consecutive years (2017–2019). Just named to USA Today's 2026 Restaurants of the Year list. White-linen atmosphere with live music Wed–Sat in the bar. Complimentary valet parking.