80/20 @ Kaelin's

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About the Business

In 1934 in a neighborhood community known quaintly as the Highlands a local couple named Carl and Margaret Kaelin decided to open a family restaurant. Kaelin's Restaurant was born and over the years thrived creating countless memories for generations of Louisvillians. The restaurant became known as the "birthplace of the cheeseburger" serving the first version of this timeless classic for over 70 years. This claim to fame is argued amongst historians and the real origins are unconfirmed for the record books. However, if you mention the name Kaelin's Restaurant to anyone from Kentucky you will resoundingly here, "the cheeseburger place?" Kaelin's boasts another equally impressive distinction, Kentucky Fried Chicken. In its infancy KFC and specifically Harland Sanders himself cooked and sold his famous chicken within these walls. Kaelin's will forever be the first business to serve the colonels famous recipe in the city of Louisville.

Established in 1934.

Business Name

80/20 @ Kaelin’s

Specialties

We are not reinventing the wheel; we are just making sure we do well by the neighborhood and our community by serving amazing burgers, traditional fried chicken and cocktails. Every time you drive near this hallmark you will be met with the sweet smell of smoked deliciousness and your mouth will begin to water. Entering the main restaurant looking out to the floor the amazing remodel will impress all our nostalgic customers and the newcomers alike. The bar area features an indoor/outdoor rectangular bar serving patrons on both sides. The concept is an industrial farmhouse capturing the history of Kaelin's each chance we get while still appealing to a new generation of 80/20 patrons. Then there's the patio and boy is it impressive. It's a wrap around porch on steroids. The outdoor bar features televisions and street and restaurant views at the same time. The patio will be completely fenced in and secured with panic bar exits making it safe for the whole family The malt shop and ice cream parlor is our tribute to our families. Homemade ice cream, milkshakes, malts, and sundaes are not all that's on the menu. This space will also feature quick service burgers, dogs, and brats for those guests in a hurry. We have many years experience in catering and event planning and with space for 70+, handicap accessibility, and parking to match we are the spot for your next function. In addition to rejuvenated a national landmark our group intends to give back to our community as well.

Amenities

Takes Reservations, Offers Delivery, Offers Takeout, Vegan Options, Accepts Credit Cards, Outdoor Seating, Hipster, Casual, Trendy, Moderate Noise, Offers Catering, Good for Groups, Good For Kids, Good for Brunch, Dinner, Dessert, Street Parking, Private Lot Parking, Waiter Service, Free Wi-Fi, Full Bar, Wheelchair Accessible, TV, Offers Military Discount, Private Dining, No Drive-Thru, Dogs Not Allowed, Bike Parking, Provides reusable tableware

Business Owner

Christopher F. (Business Owner)

I have 20+ years of hospitality experience, 18+ years restaurant experience, and 10+ years restaurant management experience. In my career I have held nearly every position a restaurant can offer which has made me a great manager because I understand each moving part.

Categories

• Food
• Restaurants
• Burgers

Categories By Location

• Louisville, Kentucky, United States
• Food
• Restaurants
• Burgers

• Kentucky, United States
• Food
• Restaurants
• Burgers

• United States
• Food
• Restaurants
• Burgers

Tags

Burgers, American, Salad