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Mayan Cafe

813 E Market St, Louisville, KY 40206-1627 (Phoenix Hill)
5025660651
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Ranked #2 of 1,009 restaurants in Louisville
Price range: $15 - $30
Cuisines: Latin, South American
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Good for: Romance, Doing business, Special occasions, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Reservations
Neighborhood: Phoenix Hill
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Santa Monica, CA
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50 reviews 50 reviews
41 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2013

My best buddy has been telling about this place for 2 years!! We finally organized a trip down to Louisville from Cincinnati! The menu is outstanding and not too big - everything is as fresh as fresh can be!!! Seasonal ingrediants are used - so specials change. I started with a blood orange maragarita .. yummmm!! The daily appeztier special... More

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durham, ct
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26 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 8, 2013

So many restaurants to choose from on East Market St.....lad we topped here. Delicious ceviche, Taos, pork dinner....loved th Lima bans too! Special basil mojito was fabulousZ,

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Louisville, Kentucky
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3 restaurant reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 8, 2013

Wonderful, wonderful, wonderful food. I mean it really is second to none. Flavorful, creative and simply tasty. Portion sizes are larger than you'd expect. As the subject line states if they are offering a Prix Fixe menu don't even hesitate get it. The rabbit and lima beans are both incredible. Easily one of our favorite spots in town.

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Louisville Kentucky
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3 restaurant reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2013

Went with a couple of friends so we could order several items and share. Everything was fresh and delicious. I love Lima beans anyway, but these were amazing. The meat was seasoned well and veggies fresh and crisp. Service was awesome and decor was pleasant. I'll be back for dinner!

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Michigan
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21 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 20 cities Reviews in 20 cities
36 helpful votes 36 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 28, 2013 via mobile

We really enjoyed our recent meal there. We sat outside as there was an event going on and we didn't have reservations, but it was pleasant. Menu is very interesting We ordered a few rounds of appetizers, and dessert. Everything was very flavorful and nicely presented. Service was very good as well. Agree on the previous Lima bean comments...suprisingly great!

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Louisville, Kentucky
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5 restaurant reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 24, 2013

Yes. I was forced to eat Lima beans as a kid and they never tasted like this. Must try them, really. Small resteraunt and seating is tight. Food was good but a little pricey. Not an every week place but I will be back.

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janesville, WI
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 13, 2013

Our Inn keepers recommended the Mayan Cafe for dinner. Our son and wife were with me and hubby and we all enjoyed the experience. What a great memory. The menu was very interesting and If I lived nearby I'd try everything!

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Holt, Michigan
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89 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 34 cities Reviews in 34 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 13, 2013

This place had a high reputation when we went. It passed the test. The meal was delicious. The place is small so our group had to split into two. Unfortunately the second group was not as impressed but I think that was partly because they were intimidated by the menu. The "foodies"--at my table--thought this place was fantastic!

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 12, 2013 via mobile

Small space but big on taste. Very interesting menus with a mix selection for various taste. I am not sure why they do not serve soft drinks. Would be nice for diners who do not drink wine or tea. Overall a very good dinning experience.

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Saint Louis, Missouri
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19 restaurant reviews
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 9, 2013

It is a rather smaller but very cosy friendly (although busy) restaurant with great food. Despite a rather small menu, every thing is tasty, well prepared. Service and servers are very good.

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