Nathan and Kristen Endorse: Caffe Classico Louisville

Kristen and I love our neighborhood. In fact, it was one of the main reasons we chose to live in the Crescent Hill area of Louisville. As mentioned in previous posts, we are within walking distance to some of our favorite restaurants, shops, etc. Without question, one of those is Caffe Classico, just down the street a bit in the Clifton neighborhood.

Stepping into Caffe Classico is like a taking a trip to Europe or South America. You'll forget not only that you're in Louisville, but the U.S. Owned by our friends Tommie, an American who like us, does not think domestically :) and his wife Claudia, a native of Buenos Aires, Argentina, Caffe Classico has become one of our most-frequented hangouts.

Caffe Classico began as an espresso shop of sorts, but then morphed into a full-fledged restaurant with dinner menu. They also have live entertainment on the weekends. In one weekend at Caffe Classico, you can see honestly one of the best Flamenco troups I've ever seen in Al-Sur Flamenco, Bellydancer Ruric Amari, and Arabic guitarist George Wakim. However, the most amazing thing about Caffe Classico is the other patrons. On any given night, it's very possible to hear 6 or 7 different languages spoken. On a recent trip there to see Al-Sur, we took our friends Khaled and Shima, who are from Palestine. There were several Uruguayans there that night, as well as some Argentinians. Another Palestinian man came in, as well as a group of young women speaking French. It was definitely a breath of fresh air for Kristen and I who sorely miss our European travels even though it's been less than four months since our last trip to Europe.

Tommie and Claudia are also world travelers, and it shows in their food, espresso, and presentations. If you've ever been to Europe, you know that if you order a glass of water (or soda), you'll get it without ice - the way it should be. Only Americans put ice in their beverages. We were happy to receive our glasses of water with no ice at Caffe Classico, just the way we like it.

Click on the link below to see a quick video of Caffe Classico, although the video does not do it justice. And ofcourse, if you're in Louisville, stop by and say hi. Chances are, you'll see Kristen and I there as well.

http://link.brightcove.com/services/player/bcpid507904905