Kaiju

This was a cool random stop. Neat booths with paper lanterns, good vibe, cool design. They had sake on draft which was novel. It wasn't amazing sake but they did have a selection that we didn't get into. We went in the middle of the day so it was very chill. I would definitely like to get back there when it's a more planned stop instead of just to kill time.

I came here with friends on a Sunday afternoon after playing tennis with them. This place is a vibe! The drinks were strong and delicious, and the interior space was intimate and cozy to hang out with friends after a long week. The whole establishment is a Kaiju theme as the name of this place. Cool stuff! The staff and their services were superb and highly attentive to your (drink) needs. There is street parking if you are interested in checking out this place. I recommend this place if you want something casual; great vibe with friends! P.S. late post, but I had to share my experience at this place *thumbs up*

this was the WORST bar i have ever been to. I am disgusted by how I was treated. the bartender named Fergie called me multiple slurs and kicked me out - another patron told my friend they looked like, "her mom had her at 13 years old," and the bar staff agreed with her. i've never been treated this way in my life and i'm disgusted. do not go here!

I love this weird little place. It is off the beaten path, but will frequently host music and comedy shows. It's well worth a visit. It's a small place, but a really fun one, with a great vibe.

This place is a great hidden neighborhood bar! They have a fantastic happy hour. Unexpected out of this world sushi, and variety of appetizers. It had been a while since I had stopped in, was amazed at the change. Lots of seating in back room, stage area. They also have seating out front with great views. The bar tender was friendly, and helped with our selection. Definitely have to re-visit, if you have not been here for a while.

This is a fun little bar. There's always good live music playing, or some other fun event going on. There is a slight Japanese theme to it, that I wished they leaned more into aesthetically. They support a lot of local musicians, which is nice. I follow a lot of local music, but I still always manage to discover something new by going to shows (which all seem to be priced at a reasonable 10 dollar cover). They also recently had a short film fest, where all the films were from locals. The service is excellent, the staff is fantastic, especially Eliza, who does a great job at sound and karaoke. I don't know his name, but one of the bartenders is also very kind, and gave me some very nice sake on my birthday, on the house. The food is also good, it's from Dragon King's Daughter, so it's fresh and interesting sushi and fun Japanese/Mexican fusion. Unfortunately, they do not have a kitchen in the bar, so the food runs out pretty fast on busy nights.

My friends and I came from California to hit the Kentucky bourbon trail. (Highly recommend). One thing we noticed was a lot of places closed real early. We stumbled across Kaiju, it was AWESOME! Beers on tap, tasty snacks, and karaoke was fun! This place was literally the only place we visited more than once during our week stay on Kentucky. When I comeback for another bourbon tour I'm 100% coming back to karaoke at KAIJU!

Reviewing a bar during the pandemic has been quite the challenge considering you can't quite get the full experience of any bar due to social distancing and people needing to wear masks. Not only that, but most establishments offer live music and such with the pandemic making those sorts of things a challenge. I had initially heard about Kaiju upon first really enjoying Louisville and I regret not stopping in pre-pandemic simply because Kaiju has quite the amazing vibe which you feel right as you enter it's doors. Kaiju makes a name for itself by giving you as much Japanese culture that you can take in, with a large Gundam statue just to the right of the entrance and even Ultraman hanging above one of the tables as well as a separate room which plays all sorts of Japanese Anime from open to close. Before the pandemic struck, Kaiju offered many different themed nights such as comedy night and even game nights. They also had various pinball machines and arcades as well as a Switch or a Nintendo 64 to play, however, these items are not able to be used due to, once again, the pandemic. Although I feel that I am writing a review about an establishment that isn't able to run at it's best, I still feel that environment while enjoying my go-to drink, a Woodford and Ginger. Kaiju does an excellent job of keeping it's guests socially distanced while making certain that it keeps it's guests satisfied. Kaiju does offer an extensive list of drinks from draft beers to cocktails which you will find on their digital menu that is accessible via a QR code. Food is also something that Kaiju offers by partnering up with another local favorite, Dragon King's Daughter, to provide guests a place to choose from an assortment of various sushi's in a box as well as miso soup, dumplings and also some quesadillas. I have to give nothing but amazing praise for Kaiju trying to do what some have not been able to which is maintain success during a pandemic, although Kaiju is stripped of most of it's entertainment, they are doing their absolute best to provide a place for everyone to come and enjoy a variety of drinks as well as selling handcrafted items from various local artists and bands in what used to be the arcade area which is something I am very pleased to see Kaiju do for others during these very tough times. I certainly see myself coming back here after this pandemic has settled and getting the full experience but don't let that turn you away from stopping in to enjoy the vibe and especially of you are one such as myself that has an appreciation for Japanese culture.

Kaiju had served me stale sushi. I got extremely ill from it. They need to reevaluate their food standards and prevent others from getting ill as well. The bartender was rude as well.

In town for LTL24 and went to kaiju. Wonderful place. Great bartenders and customers. Everyone made us feel welcome.