Top Asian Restaurants in Louisville, KY

October 11th, 2020 by

Although most people think places like Louisville are only well-known for southern comfort foods, that couldn’t be further from the truth. In fact, Louisville, Kentucky, is known for offering a wide variety of cuisines from cultures of all kinds, and there is a wide variety of impressive Asian restaurants in town. If you are visiting, new to the area, or just looking for some new cuisine to try, here is a list of our top picks. 

District 6

If you have a taste for some of the best Asian food in Louisville, head on over to District 6. Offering take-out, delivery, sit-down dining, and curbside pickup, no matter how you want to eat your food, District 6 is ready to accommodate you. 

Serving lunch, dinner, drinks, appetizers, and more, this is a great restaurant to visit if you want to have anything from a nibble to a whole meal. They offer a variety of traditional and modern Vietnamese dishes; enjoy some of their most popular items, such as the red curry chicken or their yummy baby back ribs. They also have a variety of light dishes like the papaya salad with grilled shrimp or sweet & spicy cauliflower. District 6 is located at 3930 Shelbyville Road.

Yoki Buffet

If a buffet is what you crave, then Yoki Buffet is an excellent destination. Offering premium-quality cuisine, this restaurant serves a wide variety of delectable foods, and best of all, you can eat as much as you want! Located at 1700 Alliant Ave., stop by if you want to dine on your share of tasty Asian dishes, such as chicken chow mein, hot and sour soup, soft rice sushi, various seafood-centric dishes, yummy Vietnamese-inspired cocktails, and much more. Either way, you can eat whatever you choose for as long as you can! 

The Joy Luck – East End

If Taiwanese cuisine is what you’re craving, The Joy Luck – East End is the place to be. Located at 9850 Von Allmen Court #101, you can order online, walk-in, or make reservations for parties consisting of five or more. Known for having a comfortable, friendly atmosphere, customers enjoy everything from The Joy Luck’s crispy duck wings, bok choy, Taiwanese sausage, duck and corn Rangoon, honey walnut shrimp, and many other uniquely delicious dishes. 

Vietnam Kitchen

Another eatery for those who love Vietnamese dishes, the Vietnam Kitchen is a great place to try. Open Monday-Thursday (except Wednesdays), from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., and Friday-Saturday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., the Vietnam Kitchen is located at 5339 Mitscher Ave. in the Iroquois Manor Shopping Center. They offer dishes from appetizers to multi-course meals and everything in between. Try some of their yummy fried egg rolls, brown rice with beef, a vegetarian dish, or anything else that strikes your fancy. 

Sala Thai Restaurant

If you’re in the mood for Thai, the Sala Thai Restaurant is a great choice. Located at 8125 Bardstown Road, the restaurant is open from 11:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. every day except Sunday and Monday. Known for having a super-friendly staff and delicious food, some of their top menu items are the chicken satay, the tom kha gai soup, and the pineapple fried rice. 

Hiko-A-Mon Modern Japanese Sushi Bar & Fish Market

Do you have a craving for Japanese food? Try the Hiko-A-Mon Modern Japanese Sushi Bar & Fish Market located at 1115 Herr Lane. They’re open for lunch and dinner most days, but the hours vary. Check their website for details. Stop in, make a reservation, or order ahead and take it to-go. You’re bound to love their variety of sushi, soups, and much more. Although Hiko-A-Mon makes lighter and more nutritious meals, they serve you more than enough to leave with a full, happy belly. 

Dragon King’s Daughter

Another one for the Japanese food-lovers, Dragon King’s Daughter is known for offering a wide variety of authentically Japanese dishes. Named in honor of the first woman to reach enlightenment, Dragon King’s Daughter strives to bring all of its patrons peace and love through food. Offering vegetarian, gluten-free, and vegan options, this is a great dining spot no matter what your food preferences are. Located at 1126 Bardstown Road, this restaurant is open Sunday through Thursday 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Try a delicious fish taco, some miso soup, a sushi roll, some hot sake, or anything else you might prefer. 

Nam Nam Cafe

Nam Nam Cafe offers a wide variety of Vietnamese dishes. A locally owned, family-operated restaurant, the goal of Nam Nam Cafe was always to bring affordable, authentic Asian cuisine to Louisville. Try their Caramelized Claypot Catfish (Ca Kho To), Vietnamese crepe (Banh Xeo), or keep it simple with a vegetarian noodle soup. Either way, you can enjoy a variety of vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, or meat-filled dishes. Nam Nam is located at 318 Wallace Ave. Their hours vary widely by day, so check their website for details. 

Heart and Soy

Heart and Soy is a vegetarian and vegan restaurant located at 1216 Bardstown Road.  Created by Huong “Coco” Tran, who is known for being a pioneer of Asian cuisine in the area, Heart and Soy was the first uniquely vegan Asian restaurant of its kind. Open on Monday-Friday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., and Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., Heart and Soy offers an unmatched, upscale dining experience. Enjoy their special ramen soup, sweet rice balls, a BBQ tofu sandwich, or a variety of other tasty dishes. 

No matter what type of Asian cuisine you prefer, there is plenty to find in Louisville. Be sure to try some or even all of the recommendations on this list. We hope that you find at least one that becomes a new favorite. Did we miss one of your personal picks? Drop us a line and let us know! As always, if you need a reliable new vehicle, contact Oxmoor Ford Lincoln, and we’ll be glad to assist you!

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