Welcome to Mike Linnig's

Celebrating 100+ Years of Family Seafood Tradition in Louisville, Kentucky

Last day of the 2025 season is on Nov. 2

Mike Linnig's has been serving the best seafood in Louisville since 1925!

Are you looking for generous portions of fried fish, shrimp, frog legs, pan-fried oysters, turtle soup, chicken and onion rings?

We were voted best seafood restaurant, best fish sandwich & best onion rings!

By COURIER-JOURNAL readers’ poll.

Since 1925

Mike Linnig’s

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Looking for the perfect
venue for your next event?

Look no further than Mike Linnig’s Famous Seafood Restaurant in Louisville, Kentucky! Whether you’re planning a party, reunion, or rehearsal dinner, our spacious rooms can accommodate groups of 20 or more. Our delicious seafood menu is sure to delight your guests, and we offer special prices and menus tailored for school field trips. Make your event unforgettable at Mike Linnig’s, where great food and great memories come together!

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Customers Say

Excellent
Mike Linnig's
Based on 8258 reviews
Charlotte Tucker
The server who took care of our room did an awesome job, with getting our food and drinks to us. Room work great to talk with old friends and to visit with everyone.
Jack Burge
Top notch since forever! A STAPLE RESTAURANT in Louisville for over 75+ yrs. With outside park like seating. Excellent fish. Huge portions, Frog Legs, Onions Rings are the bomb.
Ken Tuck
BEST FISH IN KENTUCKY FOR 100YRS !
Syndi Chesser
Update: Excellent service today 10-18-25, despite there being incredibly busy with the car show underway and with supremely perfect weather. Thanks!
J. Brian Reese
Tradition!! Amazing on a pleasant fall evening.
John Doyle
By the river, lovely grounds and the food is always good. A Louisville tradition.
Tommy Prather Jr.
Very good 😊
Wade Johnson
Best food. Great family atmosphere. Outdoor is like a park.
Tony Holmes wife The don't get right family
The best sea food in louisville kentucky. The best car shows in the south.
John A. Wolz
The fish and atmosphere is incredible. The food has gotten so expensive.
Mike Linnig’s

Events

October 2025
November 2025
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