Watch Hill Proper
Bourbon Bar & Kitchen
An elevated bourbon and culinary experience
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BOURBON, AND THEN SOME
Watch Hill Proper is Louisville’s bourbon and dining destination. Located in the Norton Commons community, Watch Hill Proper offers an unparalleled experience. While we have the most extensive menu of American whiskeys and the largest bourbon collection in the country, we offer so much more such as carefully curated wine offerings, world class cocktails and an elevated dining experience with the highest level of service.
ARE YOU OPEN TO THE PUBLIC?
Yes, we are open to the public! We love our local non-members and we hope anyone visiting Kentucky will make sure to visit us. While membership has its benefits which are well worth the price for many, for the infrequent visitor, membership may not be a good fit. Click here to learn more about membership.
COCKTAILS, REIMAGINED
Watch Hill Proper was founded to celebrate Kentucky's native spirit. Every cocktail on our menu is crafted exclusively with American whiskey—from an Old Fashioned and Paper Plane to a Margarita or Cosmo. By reimagining familiar favorites with bourbon and rye, we've created a cocktail program that is beautifully balanced, visually stunning, and has converted countless guests into whiskey lovers.
The Restaurant
Main bar
Enjoy your favorite whiskey cocktail at the bar or while relaxing comfortably in the main room. With the look and feel of an early 20th century speakeasy, you will always enjoy fine company and feel right at home.
Surrounding the Main Room are the private Lounge, Library and our Fermenter Cocktail Bar.
The Fermenter
The Fermenter is our cocktail bar. Perfect for a quick drink but also available for a full dining experience. Also available to book for a Private Cocktail Party!
The Library
We are passionate about the history of bourbon and the craft of making bourbon. The library is a great place to hone your knowledge while also enjoying a bourbon on ice. A great place to sit to escape the action in the Main Room.
Lounge
The Lounge is a comfortable place to experience a rare bourbon and for anyone to enjoy a more intimate setting. This room is a favorite for private parties to enjoy a Watch Hill Proper in a quiet and secluded space.
Membership
Do you have to be a member to visit Watch Hill Proper? No. However, membership has its benefits.
Becoming a Watch Hill Proper member means becoming part of the Watch Hill Proper family and having a home away from home. Watch Hill Proper membership means joining a community where you can build relationships with fellow members and our amazing staff and have a great member experience every time you visit.