What to order at Doc Crow's Southern Smokehouse and Raw Bar

Must order
Smoked brisket with two sides, plus a flight of three Kentucky bourbons.
Signature dishes
Smoked brisket, Raw oysters
Editor tip
Book on OpenTable for dinner. Lunch runs walk-in until 14:00.
CuisineAmerican BBQ
Price$$$
NeighborhoodDowntown
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Location

Address: 127 West Main Street, Louisville, KY 40202

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OrderThe Hot Brown, served the way Fred Schmidt wrote it in 1926.

TipWalk-in for lunch. Book the Lobby Bar through the hotel for an evening Hot Brown and bourbon.

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TipOrder ahead by phone for catering trays. Burgoo is the Kentucky stew side worth a try.

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