About Proof

Proof on Main offers an award-winning combination of inventive food and beverage paired with warm, professional service and exciting art-driven design. Locals flock to Proof for Chef Michael Paley's flavor focused cooking that is inspired by the culinary traditions of Italy and the American South. Proof is committed to supporting the region's sustainable farmers and producers, including our own Woodland Farm. This commitment carries over to the bar where over 50 of Kentucky's finest bourbons are stocked and seasonal, ingredient-driven cocktails are featured.

Opened in February 2006 and developed by Louisville philanthropists and art collectors, Laura Lee Brown and Steve Wilson, Proof was honored to be named as one of "Best New Restaurants 2006," by Esquire.

Other accolades include:

› Food & Wine magazine: "America's 50 Most Amazing Wine Experiences"
› GQ magazine: One of three American "New Whiskey Temples"
› Santé magazine: "2008 Grand Award Spirits Hospitality Restaurant of the Year"
› Wine Spectator 2007, 2008, 2009: "Award of Excellence"
› Louisville's Courier Journal: "Outstanding" Four-star review