Try These 26 Popular Asian Eateries In And Around Louisville

By on Thu, May 11, 2023 at 7:33 pm

Louisville's culinary scene is very diverse. One of the greatest highlights of living in Louisville is the vast choices of Asian eateries. From Chinese to Korean to Indian to Vietnamese to Nepali, and more, Louisville is flush with places to experience great Asian food.

LEO gathered 26 of these local eateries pulling from different cuisines to offer a nice blend of options for you to try during AAPI (Asian and Pacific Islander) Month and beyond. Do not miss Louisville's Asian food.

We're aware that this list is not exhaustive, so if there's a restaurant you'd like to see on this list, let us know at [email protected].

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Try These 26 Popular Asian Eateries In And Around Louisville
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Vietnam Kitchen 5339 Mitscher Ave. Another local favorite that we almost lost. Thankfully, the family stepped in and saved this beloved South End Vietnamese spot. Photo via Vietnam Kitchen

Vietnam Kitchen

5339 Mitscher Ave.
Another local favorite that we almost lost. Thankfully, the family stepped in and saved this beloved South End Vietnamese spot.
Photo via Vietnam Kitchen
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Simply Thai 323 Wallace Ave., 12003 Shelbyville Rd. A popular Thai spot in Louisville. Pad thai, curry puffs, and pineapple fried rice are always excellent choices, but so is most of the menu. Photo via Simply Thai

Simply Thai

323 Wallace Ave., 12003 Shelbyville Rd.
A popular Thai spot in Louisville. Pad thai, curry puffs, and pineapple fried rice are always excellent choices, but so is most of the menu.
Photo via Simply Thai
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Shreeji Indian Vegetarian Street Food 1987 S. Hurstbourne Pkwy. Indian street food that’s made for vegetarians. From Indo-Chinese noodles to chaat, lots of flavor and a unique experience each visit. Photo via Shreeji

Shreeji Indian Vegetarian Street Food

1987 S. Hurstbourne Pkwy.
Indian street food that’s made for vegetarians. From Indo-Chinese noodles to chaat, lots of flavor and a unique experience each visit.
Photo via Shreeji
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Shalimar 1850 S. Hurstbourne Pkwy. A longtime local favorite serving up a diverse menu of flavors and has a buffet on weekends. Photo via Shalimar

Shalimar

1850 S. Hurstbourne Pkwy.
A longtime local favorite serving up a diverse menu of flavors and has a buffet on weekends.
Photo via Shalimar
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Rice Bowl 3114 Grantline Rd., New Albany, IN A homey atmosphere with Korean favorites and great customer service. Photo via Rice Bowl

Rice Bowl

3114 Grantline Rd., New Albany, IN
A homey atmosphere with Korean favorites and great customer service.
Photo via Rice Bowl
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Pho Ba Luu 1019 E. Main St. Street food with plenty of pho and plenty of bánh mì choices. Photo via Pho Ba Luu

Pho Ba Luu

1019 E. Main St.
Street food with plenty of pho and plenty of bánh mì choices.
Photo via Pho Ba Luu
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Osaka 2039 Frankfort Ave. Popular sushispot serving some good traditional and fusion options. Order a veg tempura when you’re there. No regrets. Photo via Osaka

Osaka

2039 Frankfort Ave.
Popular sushispot serving some good traditional and fusion options. Order a veg tempura when you’re there. No regrets.
Photo via Osaka
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Onion Tea House 4211 Charlestown Rd., New Albany, IN Another homey, family-owned Chinese restaurant just across the river in New Albany. Photo via Onion Tea House

Onion Tea House

4211 Charlestown Rd., New Albany, IN
Another homey, family-owned Chinese restaurant just across the river in New Albany.
Photo via Onion Tea House
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NamNam Cafe 318 Wallace Ave. Small but popular, NamNam Cafe makes excellent Vietnamese cuisine that makes a visit worth the wait of getting a table. Photo viaNam Nam Cafe

NamNam Cafe

318 Wallace Ave.
Small but popular, NamNam Cafe makes excellent Vietnamese cuisine that makes a visit worth the wait of getting a table.
Photo viaNam Nam Cafe
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Mai’s Thai 1411 E. 10th St., Jeffersonville, IN Mai’s Thai is homestyle Thai food. Unpretentious and cooked perfectly every time. Photo via Mai’s Thai

Mai’s Thai

1411 E. 10th St., Jeffersonville, IN
Mai’s Thai is homestyle Thai food. Unpretentious and cooked perfectly every time.
Photo via Mai’s Thai
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Lee’s Korean Restaurant 1941 Bishop Ln. A Korean staple in Louisville. For over 40 years, Lee’s has been serving up Korean cuisine and soju to many satisfied taste buds. Photo via LEO Weekly

Lee’s Korean Restaurant

1941 Bishop Ln.
A Korean staple in Louisville. For over 40 years, Lee’s has been serving up Korean cuisine and soju to many satisfied taste buds.
Photo via LEO Weekly
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Koreana Restaurant III 5009 Preston Hwy. Koreana is a favorite. With grill tables and a flavor-focused menu, Koreana is a great stop on any weekend. Photo via Koreana Restaurant III

Koreana Restaurant III

5009 Preston Hwy.
Koreana is a favorite. With grill tables and a flavor-focused menu, Koreana is a great stop on any weekend.
Photo via Koreana Restaurant III
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Kim+Bab 3012 Charlestown Crossing Way, New Albany, IN We're big fans of small Korean spots, and this family-owned Korean restaurant in New Albany is another great stop to get some quick Korean favs like kimbap, tteokbokki, etc. Photo via Kim+Bab

Kim+Bab

3012 Charlestown Crossing Way, New Albany, IN
We're big fans of small Korean spots, and this family-owned Korean restaurant in New Albany is another great stop to get some quick Korean favs like kimbap, tteokbokki, etc.
Photo via Kim+Bab
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Kathmandu Kitchen and Bar 3825 Bardstown Rd. Specializing in Nepali and Indian cuisine, Kathmandu Kitchen is a treat and a flavor adventure. IYKYK. It is definitely the kind of place that’s the “secret” fave of many. Photo via Kathmandu Kitchen and Bar

Kathmandu Kitchen and Bar

3825 Bardstown Rd.
Specializing in Nepali and Indian cuisine, Kathmandu Kitchen is a treat and a flavor adventure. IYKYK. It is definitely the kind of place that’s the “secret” fave of many.
Photo via Kathmandu Kitchen and Bar
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The Joy Luck 1285 Bardstown Rd.; 9850 Von Allmen Ct. Suite 101 Another popular fusion spot that pleases both vegetarians and the meat-eaters. Rich soups, excellent and well-executed noodle and rice dishes. Not to be missed. Photo via Joy Luck

The Joy Luck

1285 Bardstown Rd.; 9850 Von Allmen Ct. Suite 101
Another popular fusion spot that pleases both vegetarians and the meat-eaters. Rich soups, excellent and well-executed noodle and rice dishes. Not to be missed.
Photo via Joy Luck
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Hiko-A-Mon 1115 Herr Ln., Suite 130 Louisville’s only Japanese-owned Japanese restaurant. Hiko-A-Mon offers traditional Japanese elements and a creative menu of sushi and other Japanese favorites. Photo via hiko-A-mon

Hiko-A-Mon

1115 Herr Ln., Suite 130
Louisville’s only Japanese-owned Japanese restaurant. Hiko-A-Mon offers traditional Japanese elements and a creative menu of sushi and other Japanese favorites.
Photo via hiko-A-mon
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Hing Wang 2123 E. Spring St., New Albany, IN A favorite in New Albany. It’s a homey Chinese spot. Consistent and good. Photo via Hing Wang

Hing Wang

2123 E. Spring St., New Albany, IN
A favorite in New Albany. It’s a homey Chinese spot. Consistent and good.
Photo via Hing Wang
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Great Wall 1977 Brownsboro Rd. A neighborhood favorite. Perfect for a weeknight Chinese fix. Photo via Great Wall

Great Wall

1977 Brownsboro Rd.
A neighborhood favorite. Perfect for a weeknight Chinese fix.
Photo via Great Wall
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Eatz Vietnamese Restaurant 2244 Frankfort Ave. One of LEO’s favorite lunch spots. Open for dinner also, Eatz is great for fans of ph?. Eatz is also a popular food truck by the same folks. Photo via Eatz

Eatz Vietnamese Restaurant

2244 Frankfort Ave.
One of LEO’s favorite lunch spots. Open for dinner also, Eatz is great for fans of ph?. Eatz is also a popular food truck by the same folks.
Photo via Eatz
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