Cipollini - Fine Dining Ambiance

Opening Soon in Louisville's Highlands

Louisville, Kentucky

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Cipollini is a modern, upscale Italian restaurant from Chef Dallas McGarity & Tarek Hamada. Rooted in Italian tradition and shaped by a refined Southern sensibility, the menu highlights house-made pastas, seasonal ingredients, and thoughtful, balanced flavors.

Named for the Italian word for "little onion," Cipollini reflects a philosophy of simple layers, honest cooking, and elevated hospitality. The warm, contemporary dining room sets the stage for an experience that is elegant yet welcoming—Italian at its core, with a distinctly Kentucky point of view.

Dallas McGarity
Executive Chef & Owner

Dallas McGarity

Chef Dallas McGarity is the executive chef and owner of The Fat Lamb in Louisville, Kentucky. A South Carolina native, McGarity has become one of the region's most celebrated chefs, known for his refined approach to comfort food. His work has earned a James Beard Award nomination, national media features, and the respect of the Southern culinary community. At Cipollini, McGarity continues to evolve his signature style—elevating classic Italian flavors through a distinctly Southern lens.

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Hours Tuesday – Saturday | 5 – 10 PM
Location 1606 Bardstown Rd, Louisville, KY 40205
Contact Coming Soon