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Winston's Restaurant
Winston"s has been a Louisville favorite for 15 years. Sitting on the campus of Sullivan University, Winston's offers diners the opportunity to experience creative food in an intimate environment. Chef John Castro weaves together a menu of diner's favorites, like the Not Brown, Mojo Risin' and a melt in your mouth Fillet with more cutting edge newcomers like 'Deconstructed Pork Tamale' and Kuhio Crab Salad. Winston's is directly off the Watterson Xway (264) at Bardstown Road. The dining room is cozy with 15
tables. Winston's servers are friendly and approachable. Full Bar Service includes favorites like 'Castro Cosmo', Drs. Orders, and a broad wine list featuring wines from most major wine producing country.
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57 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Rating Breakdown 57 reviews
5 stars
(32)
4 stars
(19)
3 stars
(4)
2 stars
(2)
1 star
(0)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- special occasion(44)
- fit for foodies(30)
- great for brunch(26)
- romantic(22)
- neighborhood gem(19)
- great for lunch(16)
Winston's Restaurant Reviews List
Review 1 for Winston's Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Winstons is fabulous - hidden gem!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"They do a fantastic job, people are missing out if they don't know about the hidden gem!"
Dined on 6/15/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 2 for Winston's Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great Food and Service
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"As always, the staff at Winston's were friendly and welcoming, service-oriented, and served great food!"
Dined on 6/01/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 3 for Winston's Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
definitely coming back
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"My wife and i loved this place. We were greeted and seated immediately. The brunch menu was great...we had the seasonal omelettes - fresh asparagras, zucchini, squash, mushrooms, onions, tomato and Brie cheese. The green chili and bacon grits were tasty but not overwhelming, and mild enough for my palate. For dessert we had a chocolate and orange creme cake that was definitely for chocolate lovers. The wait staff was very attentive and courteous, and the manager even gave us some tips on flower gardens to visit in the area when we mentioned some of the other places we'd seen."
Dined on 5/19/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, romantic, special occasion
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Review 4 for Winston's Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Give Winston's a try
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We celebrated after a bridal dress fitting and the group with thrilled with the environment, service, choice, and quality of food. My bill for 5 people at lunch was less than other franchise local restaurants."
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, great for lunch
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Review 5 for Winston's Restaurant
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Mother's Day Brunch
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"It was a wonderful time and most of the food was outstanding and very flavorful."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: great for brunch, romantic, special occasion
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Review 6 for Winston's Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Winston's is a great place for either brunch, lunch or dinner. The atmosphere is lovely, the servers attentive and helpful, and the food is marvelous (and cooked by culinary students at Sullivan University in the last phase of their program). Simply terrific!"
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, notable wine list, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 7 for Winston's Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great place for a nice family dinne
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was great and the service was even better"
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: good for groups, special occasion
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Review 8 for Winston's Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Best restaurant in the louisville
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"it is really a gem and we love going there to eat ..........."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, notable wine list, kid-friendly, romantic, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 9 for Winston's Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Superb
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The restaurant was quiet, comfortable, relaxing with an enjoyable atmosphere. Presentation of the food was very inviting, not to mention the desserts - outstanding!"
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 10 for Winston's Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The restaurant has great atmosphere
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The restaurant has great atmosphere, nice decor, great food and service. The Not Brown was delicious and I will definitely have it again. Brunch with the girls ended with everyone trying a different dessert. Can't wait to go again, maybe on a date night with my husband."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2013
Special Features: great for brunch, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 11 for Winston's Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We had small plates to share..
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We had small plates to share.. Every was delicious. The bread basket with lavoosh was a treat"
Dined on 04/26/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 12 for Winston's Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Absolutely fantastic. if
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Absolutely fantastic. if you haven't been, go."
Dined on 04/14/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion
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Review 13 for Winston's Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Winston's is one of my favorite
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Winston's is one of my favorite places for a nice, delightful lunch. The service and food were both exceptional. I couldn't have asked for anything more. Keep up the good work."
Dined on 04/14/2013
2012
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 14 for Winston's Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent food and romantic
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Excellent food and romantic setting."
Dined on 04/12/2013
2012
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 15 for Winston's Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
great food, good service.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"great food, good service. slow getting food to table. two plates at a time and along time between serving the next couple. need trays!"
Dined on 04/07/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, special occasion
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Review 16 for Winston's Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
A must stop for fine Cuisine
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We were in town visiting family members. I would recommend going for Brunch and Lunch rather than dinner.
A family members went for dinner was disappointed that the short ribs were not on dinner menu.Thought food was good.
A family members went for dinner was disappointed that the short ribs were not on dinner menu.Thought food was good.
If you are a fan must have creme brulee and chocolate cake
I had the salmon which was perfectly cooked. My husband had the short ribs which were the best he ever had.
Loved that the coffee was French Press.
The staff is very attentive even though they were busy.
Loved that the coffee was French Press.
The staff is very attentive even though they were busy.
It is run by the students of Sullivan College which is a Culinary school. I would recommend Winston to anyone going to Louisville
My husband's family is from there and the cuisine has not been a highlight of our visits unt"
My husband's family is from there and the cuisine has not been a highlight of our visits unt"
Dined on 03/15/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 17 for Winston's Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Although they ran out if the
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Although they ran out if the swordfish they tried to make up for it in service."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 18 for Winston's Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
One of my favorite restaurants
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"One of my favorite restaurants in Louisville, I took my 15-year-old nephew & 11-year-old niece for a pre-movie brunch. This was their first visit. Both of them loved it. My nephew had the Winston's version of steak and eggs; he told me his steak was as ordered/very tender. My niece had the Greek Omelet, which she thought was one of the best she'd ever had. I went a la carte: bacon (prepared as ordered/not overly crisp), toast and a wonderful, perfect dish of grits (which are prepared only on Sundays and containing Chef's whim of the day -- this time, cheese and fresh seafood). Service was on the mark as usual. My niece had hoped Chef might come out to our table, but not this visit I'm afraid. Perhaps next time? :-D"
Dined on 02/10/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, kid-friendly, special occasion
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Review 19 for Winston's Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Yum-o!!!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"What a gem! The food and the service were stellar! We'll be back often."
Dined on 03/03/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 20 for Winston's Restaurant
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Much better elsewhere
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Dining room was pretty. Wait staff was friendly. Good wine selection. Food was not at all memorable for the price. Very cramped two- top table. Could hear the conversation of the couple next to us the entire time. Felt like I was dining with them! They were out of both appetizers that were included in our Pre Fixe dinner, but instead of telling us and offering something else, they tried to pawn off egg drop soup as lobster bisque!!! When I questioned the waitress, she feigned ignorance and never got back to us on it. She did the same to the table next to us. There are a lot better upscale dining places in Louisville with better food at lower prices."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2005
Special Features: notable wine list
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Review 21 for Winston's Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Give your review a title (optional)
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"With extensive backgrounds in the food service industry, my companion and I are perhaps more critical than the general public. We felt a bit neglected in the very beginning, with no one asking to take a drink order. We indicated that we'd like to go ahead and order our wine, only to be told "I'll be right back to take your order". The phrase: "I'll put your dinner order in and then bring your wine" should never be uttered by a competent server. The rest of our experience was pleasant. The food was terrific, with one glaring exception, and management was spot on to make amends. However, the server did feel the need to defend the kitchen, rather than simply apologize for a poorly executed entrée. We will definitely give it another try."
Dined on 02/23/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 22 for Winston's Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We had dinner at Winstons
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We had dinner at Winstons as part of the 502 special week. Everything was perfect from the waitstaff to the food itself. We enjoyed our evening there very mcuh and look forward to dining there again."
Dined on 02/23/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, notable wine list, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 23 for Winston's Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Under Mary Whweatley's calm
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Under Mary Whweatley's calm and professional supervision, the students of Sullivan University go the extra mile to make your dining experience pleasant and delicious."
Dined on 02/24/2013
2009
Special Features: special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 24 for Winston's Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I've been to Winston's many
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I've been to Winston's many times. Always great food and service."
Dined on 02/23/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 25 for Winston's Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Awesome menu!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Ordering the small plates was fun! The "not brown" was delicious. I was apprehensive but the fried oysters were yummy. The Pave Beet salad was my fav. The servers are/were student chefs and very knowledgable about the menu. Their menu explanation was on point. I will be going back again to try more things. A must go!! Loved it all around."
Dined on 02/23/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 26 for Winston's Restaurant
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
This is a teaching restaurant
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This is a teaching restaurant but it seems too much teaching was taking place on the floor of the dining room. Service was not very attentive but the staff seemed to be constantly gathering to talk. My wife felt that her entree (shimp/scallps and grits) was bland, while mine (pancit and another oriental dish) was very good. We had heard that the food here was excellent but that is not what we felt walking out. And the wines by the glass list seemed limited."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2006
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Review 27 for Winston's Restaurant
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Have visited Winston's often
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Have visited Winston's often and am always pleased with all aspects. There was a disconnect during this visit however since our server was in training and still learning. I understand this as the restaurant is associated with the culinary program at the University. There were stumbles that could have been avoided with better supervision. Not notifying us promptly of the availability of certain dishes rather than learning that when making inquiries about the status of those items. Some if the meal was much more bland than I expected but I realize it is at the Chef's discretion. Otherwise a nice experience but not one of the best evenings in regard to the service. Respectfully,John Lloyd"
Dined on 02/16/2013
2012
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 28 for Winston's Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great food and impeccable
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Great food and impeccable service. Menu is quite limited, but everything was excellently prepared and beautifully presented."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Winston's Restaurant
Based on the average of (29) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
4 out of 4 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.6
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate