8UP is located on the rooftop (8th floor) of the Hilton Garden Inn Louisville Downtown Hotel in downtown Louisville at 350 W Chestnut St, Louisville, KY 40202.
8UP is a rooftop restaurant, lounge, and bar offering elevated American cuisine with handcrafted cocktails and skyline views of Downtown Louisville.
Guests enjoy three unique experiences: an open-kitchen dining room, stylish lounge, and rooftop bar with scenic city views.
Sunday–Thursday: 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM and Friday–Saturday: 5:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Reservations are recommended, especially for weekends and peak dining hours, though walk-ins may be accepted based on availability.
Reservations can be made online via Open Table or by calling 502-631-4180.
The restaurant offers creative American dishes made with locally inspired ingredients, including shareable plates, wood-fired pizzas, burgers, and cocktails. Chef Wesley Powell’s cuisine is Southern at heart—elevated through technique, guided by the seasons, and designed to be both familiar and unexpected.
Chef’s favorite offering on this current menu is the Hog Hammer, A two-pound KanKan Pork chop Flavored with his house BBQ rub and cooked to perfection. It comes with a house blackberry BBQ Sauce and corn riblits with Jalapeno infused watermelon. The perfect southern sharable
Yes, the menu includes vegetarian-friendly dishes and gluten-free options.
The atmosphere is typically described as casual yet elevated, making it ideal for date nights, celebrations, and business dinners.
Guests must be 21 and over after 8 PM in certain areas.
Yes, 8UP offers customizable event spaces for corporate events, parties, and celebrations with rooftop views.
Yes, group dining and private parties can be arranged through the events or catering team please call 502-584-5175 or email jasmine.causey@hilton.com.
Yes, the rooftop includes outdoor seating areas, fire pits, and seasonal igloos for unique dining experiences.
Guests can access parking through nearby parking garages and the Hilton Garden Inn.
The restaurant offers panoramic city views, a lively social atmosphere, and locally inspired cuisine, making it a popular destination for special occasions and nightlife.