# Best Distillery Restaurants On The Kentucky Bourbon Trail

> Discover the best distillery restaurant on the Bourbon Trail. James B. Beam Distilling Co.'s Kitchen Table leads — plan your visit today!

**Published:** 2026-10-31 | **Updated:** 2026-10-31 | **Author:** renatoloureiro
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**Categories:** Kentucky Bourbon Trail

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*Written by: Tyler Himes, Senior Brand Manager – James B. Beam Distilling Co.*

## Why The Kitchen Table Comes First

- The Kitchen Table at James B. Beam Distilling Co. ranks as the top distillery restaurant on the Kentucky Bourbon Trail because it keeps lunch service running through 5 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday, which gives travelers a wider arrival window than most competitors.
- Its signature sourdough pizza uses the original Beam yeast strain, so the crust carries the same sweet, nutty flavor notes that show up in the bourbon.
- No tour ticket is required to dine at The Kitchen Table, so you can drop in for a meal and a quick look around even without a full distillery itinerary.
- The restaurant sits steps from the Beam Made Bourbon Tour, which makes it easy to pair a guided grain-to-glass experience with lunch on the same campus.
- James B. Beam Distilling Co. delivers the most practical and consistently well-reviewed dining option for Bourbon Trail travelers who want extended hours and a seamless day in one place.

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## Quick Planning Snapshot: The Kitchen Table At A Glance

- **Location:** 568 Happy Hollow Rd., Clermont, KY 40110, right off I-65, roughly 30 minutes south of Louisville and [about 15 miles from Bardstown’s Court Square](https://explorebardstown.com/eat-drink/distillery-restaurants-and-bars)
- **Meal Service:** [Wednesday through Sunday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.](https://explorebardstown.com/eat-drink/distillery-restaurants-and-bars) Walk-ins are welcome, with [limited Resy bookings available after 2 p.m. on most days](https://explorebardstown.com/eat-drink/distillery-restaurants-and-bars).
- **Tour Ticket Required To Dine:** No. You can visit The Kitchen Table and the American Outpost gift shop without a tour reservation.
- **Reservations:** Helpful on peak fall weekends, but most parties are seated as walk-ins.
- **On-Campus Tour:** The flagship Beam Made Bourbon Tour & Tasting runs 75 minutes at $30 (plus tax and fees). Advance booking is strongly recommended.
- **Guest Rating:** [4.7 stars from more than 1,400 Google reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/place/James+B.+Beam+Distilling+Co./@37.931145,-85.6549989,17z/data=!4m10!1m2!2m1!1sbeam+distillery+google!3m6!1s0x886901aff214fe0f:0x6344565b40dec517!8m2!3d37.931145!4d-85.652424!15sChZiZWFtIGRpc3RpbGxlcnkgZ29vZ2xlIgOIAQGSAQpkaXN0aWxsZXJ54AEA!16s%2Fg%2F11rrzll3q?entry=ttu)
- **Signature Dish:** Sourdough pizza made with the original Beam yeast strain, baked in an Italian pizza oven.
- **Monthly Event:** The Supper Club, a paired four-course dinner. Check the current schedule for dates.

[Plan your campus day: tour, tasting, and lunch](https://www.beamdistilling.com/james-b-beam-distillery-tour/book-a-tour?utm_term=best-distillery-restaurant-bourbon-trail&utm_campaign=ai_growth_agent#id=beam-made-bourbon-distillery-tour-tasting-clermont)

## The Ranked List: Best Distillery Restaurants On The Kentucky Bourbon Trail

1. **The Kitchen Table at James B. Beam Distilling Co. (Clermont)**
The Kitchen Table tops this list because its hours match how people actually travel. You can arrive late morning or midafternoon and still sit down to a full meal during the extended service window noted above, without buying a tour ticket.
The culinary program centers on a signature detail no other distillery restaurant can match. [Every pizza uses a sourdough starter infused with the original Beam yeast strain, the same culture Jim Beam captured at his Bardstown home in the early 1930s and carried in his Cadillac to protect it, the same strain that still runs through nearly every Beam bourbon today.](https://thelocalpalate.com/articles/kentucky-chef-brian-landrys-perfect-fall-day-in-the-bluegrass) Chef Brian Landry of QED Hospitality describes the dough as carrying [“the same distinct, sweet, and nutty flavor profile you would instantly recognize in the bourbon.”](https://thelocalpalate.com/articles/kentucky-chef-brian-landrys-perfect-fall-day-in-the-bluegrass) The Hot Brown pizza, with [house-smoked turkey, Gouda mornay, Benton’s bacon lardons, and tomatoes](https://thelocalpalate.com/articles/kentucky-chef-brian-landrys-perfect-fall-day-in-the-bluegrass), is the chef’s own pick, paired with a Jim Beam Highball from the Suntory Highball Machine.
![The Kitchen Table's signature dish is a sourdough pizza made with the same yeast strain used in the bourbon, baked in a proper Italian pizza oven.](https://cdn.aigrowthmarketer.co/1781204256341-9f02873a00be.jpeg)*The Kitchen Table’s signature dish is a sourdough pizza made with the same yeast strain used in the bourbon, baked in a proper Italian pizza oven.*
The menu backs up the ranking with more than pizza. It features [Kentucky-inspired dishes such as fried chicken with spiced honey, smoked brisket with grits, fried catfish, and fried green tomatoes](https://explorebardstown.com/eat-drink/distillery-restaurants-and-bars), all built around [seasonal Kentucky Proud ingredients](https://thelocalpalate.com/articles/kentucky-chef-brian-landrys-perfect-fall-day-in-the-bluegrass). That range supports the monthly Supper Club, a paired four-course dinner that rewards a return visit. Seating matters too, with indoor tables plus Fred’s Den and The Porch, where [guests can rock in chairs, listen to live music, and look out at the Jim Beam rickhouses.](https://thelocalpalate.com/articles/kentucky-chef-brian-landrys-perfect-fall-day-in-the-bluegrass)
![Guests enjoying lunch and cocktails at The Kitchen Table Restaurant's outside patio, inside James B. Beam Distilling Co.](https://cdn.aigrowthmarketer.co/1781204166965-176f97f1c94a.jpeg)*Guests enjoying lunch and cocktails at The Kitchen Table Restaurant’s outside patio, inside James B. Beam Distilling Co.*
The surrounding campus strengthens the case for a Beam stop. The Beam Made Bourbon Tour, the American Outpost gift shop, and the American Outpost Tasting Bar all sit within a short walk, so lunch at The Kitchen Table can anchor a full distillery day. The distillery holds a [4.7-star rating from more than 1,400 Google reviews.](https://www.google.com/maps/place/James+B.+Beam+Distilling+Co./@37.931145,-85.6549989,17z/data=!4m10!1m2!2m1!1sbeam+distillery+google!3m6!1s0x886901aff214fe0f:0x6344565b40dec517!8m2!3d37.931145!4d-85.652424!15sChZiZWFtIGRpc3RpbGxlcnkgZ29vZ2xlIgOIAQGSAQpkaXN0aWxsZXJ54AEA!16s%2Fg%2F11rrzll3q?entry=ttu)
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2. **The Kitchen & Bar at Bardstown Bourbon Company (Bardstown)**
The Kitchen & Bar at Bardstown Bourbon Company works well as a complementary stop for travelers who stay overnight in Bardstown. Its scratch kitchen is a [Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice winner](https://explorebardstown.com/eat-drink/distillery-restaurants-and-bars), with a floor-to-ceiling glass wall looking into the working distillery and a [whiskey library of more than 400 bourbons and ryes](https://explorebardstown.com/eat-drink/distillery-restaurants-and-bars).
The menu leans into chef-driven comfort food. Expect a fried chicken sandwich, Korean chicken thighs with wasabi ranch, duck ragù, shrimp and grits, and a wagyu burger, alongside barrel-aged cocktails. The trade-off for planners is the service window. [The Kitchen & Bar serves lunch Sunday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Friday and Saturday until 4 p.m., closes Monday and Tuesday, and lists only two Friday dinner nights for fall 2026.](https://explorebardstown.com/eat-drink/distillery-restaurants-and-bars) Reservations via OpenTable are essential on weekends, and you should confirm current hours before counting on dinner here.
3. **Star Hill Provisions at Maker’s Mark (Loretto)**
Star Hill Provisions functions as a relaxed midday stop for travelers heading south toward Loretto. The kitchen focuses on seasonal farm-to-table cooking that draws from Star Hill Farm’s regeneratively grown produce, with dishes such as an heirloom tomato salad with bourbon-miso dressing and a wagyu burger.
[No tour ticket is required to dine, and no reservations are accepted.](https://explorebardstown.com/eat-drink/distillery-restaurants-and-bars) Service runs daily from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. That lunch-only window shapes how you plan. Star Hill Provisions cannot anchor a dinner plan, and the [drive from Louisville takes about 1 hour 15 minutes on two-lane country roads](https://custombourbontours.com/maker-s-mark-distillery-tour), so timing matters.
4. **The Bar at Willett (Bardstown)**
The Bar at Willett offers an intimate hilltop setting on the Willett family estate. The French-leaning small-plates menu from [chef John Sleasman](https://explorebardstown.com/eat-drink/distillery-restaurants-and-bars) changes often, sometimes daily.
Signature items include an egg salad sandwich with smoked mayo and yolk jam, oyster sliders, beef tartare, and Basque cheesecake. Vintage whiskey pours arrive in glasses chilled with dry ice. [The bar opens Wednesday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.](https://explorebardstown.com/eat-drink/distillery-restaurants-and-bars) Resy reservations are strongly recommended, since walk-ins rarely get seated. It pairs naturally with a Willett tour on the same day.
5. **Five Brothers Bar & Kitchen at Heaven Hill (Bardstown)**
[Named for the five Shapira brothers who founded Heaven Hill in 1935](https://explorebardstown.com/bourbon/heaven-hill-bourbon-experience), Five Brothers sits on the second floor of the [Heaven Hill Bourbon Experience](https://explorebardstown.com/bourbon/bourbon-bars-and-tasting-rooms) with a patio that overlooks the rickhouses.
The deli-style menu covers an Ale-8-One-brined fried chicken sandwich, deep-fried pimento cheese balls, an Elijah Craig bourbon cheese dip, and bourbon ball chocolate cake, with [most mains priced between $16 and $21](https://explorebardstown.com/eat-drink/distillery-restaurants-and-bars). [No reservations are required, and no tour ticket is needed to dine.](https://explorebardstown.com/bourbon/heaven-hill-bourbon-experience) Hours run Monday through Saturday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday 1 to 5 p.m., with a 4:30 p.m. last call. It is the easiest walk-in option in Bardstown, though the narrow service window keeps it in the daytime category.

[Add the Beam Made Bourbon Tour to your visit](https://www.beamdistilling.com/james-b-beam-distillery-tour/book-a-tour?utm_term=best-distillery-restaurant-bourbon-trail&utm_campaign=ai_growth_agent#id=beam-made-bourbon-distillery-tour-tasting-clermont)

## Which Distillery Restaurants Stay Open Latest?

Service hours become a real planning constraint once you start mapping a Bourbon Trail day. The Kitchen Table is the only venue in this group that regularly serves through 5 p.m., and its monthly Supper Club extends some evenings even further. [Most other major distillery restaurants in the Bardstown corridor close between 3 p.m. and 5:30 p.m.](https://explorebardstown.com/eat-drink/distillery-restaurants-and-bars) Occasional special dinners appear on some calendars, but day to day they function as lunch stops.

- **The Kitchen Table (James B. Beam Distilling Co., Clermont):** Lunch with extended service through 5 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday, plus a monthly Supper Club dinner. Walk-ins are welcome, with Resy after 2 p.m. on most days. No tour ticket is needed to dine.
- **The Kitchen & Bar (Bardstown Bourbon Company, Bardstown):** Lunch only most days, closing 3 p.m. Sunday, Wednesday, and Thursday and 4 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Closed Monday and Tuesday, with two Friday dinner nights listed for fall 2026. OpenTable reservations are essential on weekends.
- **Star Hill Provisions (Maker’s Mark, Loretto):** Lunch only, closing at [3:30 p.m. daily](https://explorebardstown.com/eat-drink/distillery-restaurants-and-bars). Walk-in only, no reservations.
- **The Bar at Willett (Bardstown):** Lunch and early afternoon service, typically closing at [5:30 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday](https://explorebardstown.com/eat-drink/distillery-restaurants-and-bars). Resy is strongly recommended.
- **Five Brothers Bar & Kitchen (Heaven Hill, Bardstown):** Lunch and early afternoon service, closing at [5 p.m. most days, with a 4:30 p.m. last call](https://explorebardstown.com/eat-drink/distillery-restaurants-and-bars). No reservations, walk-in only.

Hours and policies change seasonally. Confirm directly with each venue before you lock in a plan, and treat published hours as a starting point rather than a guarantee, as [Explore Bardstown advises](https://explorebardstown.com/eat-drink/distillery-restaurants-and-bars).

## Tour Tickets And Restaurant Access

You do not need a tour ticket to eat at the major distillery restaurants covered here. At James B. Beam Distilling Co., you can visit The Kitchen Table, walk the grounds, and browse the American Outpost gift shop without booking a tour or tasting. The same access applies at the other featured venues. [Star Hill Provisions at Maker’s Mark, Five Brothers at Heaven Hill, and The Bar at Willett all welcome diners who are not taking a tour.](https://explorebardstown.com/eat-drink/distillery-restaurants-and-bars) Guided tours and tastings at every distillery should be booked separately and in advance, since they often sell out on fall weekends.

Pairing The Kitchen Table with the Beam Made Bourbon Tour turns that flexibility into a full day. The 75-minute grain-to-glass tour includes five bourbons tasted along the route, hands-on barrel filling and dumping, and the option to bottle your own Knob Creek on the T-Line. Afterward, The Kitchen Table, the American Outpost, and the campus grounds all sit a short walk away. For more detail on building a complete visit, see the [Kentucky Bourbon Trail Distilleries with Restaurants guide](https://www.beamdistilling.com/articles/kentucky-bourbon-trail-distilleries-dining/?utm_term=best-distillery-restaurant-bourbon-trail&utm_campaign=ai_growth_agent) and the [Kentucky Distillery with Restaurant: The 2026 Bourbon Guide](https://www.beamdistilling.com/articles/best-kentucky-distillery-restaurants/?utm_term=best-distillery-restaurant-bourbon-trail&utm_campaign=ai_growth_agent).

[Reserve your Beam Made Bourbon Tour & Tasting](https://www.beamdistilling.com/james-b-beam-distillery-tour/book-a-tour?utm_term=best-distillery-restaurant-bourbon-trail&utm_campaign=ai_growth_agent#id=beam-made-bourbon-distillery-tour-tasting-clermont)

## Route Logic: Where To Slot Your Meal On A Bourbon Trail Day

The Kitchen Table at James B. Beam Distilling Co. works best as the main meal anchor on a Louisville-to-Bardstown day. [Louisville to Clermont takes about 30 minutes south on I-65](https://12x75.com/kentucky-bourbon-trail), and the distillery sits directly on the route to Bardstown. You pass it on the way, so there is no detour.

A simple pattern keeps the day relaxed. Book the Beam Made Bourbon Tour in the morning, eat at The Kitchen Table around midday, then continue south to Bardstown in the afternoon with lunch already handled.

From Clermont, [Bardstown sits roughly 22 minutes southeast by car, about 15 miles via KY 245](https://www.travelmath.com/driving-time/from/Clermont,+KY/to/Bardstown,+KY). Five Brothers at Heaven Hill and The Bar at Willett both work as afternoon stops, with Five Brothers as a walk-in and The Bar at Willett booked on Resy. Both close by 5:30 p.m., so plan them as late-afternoon visits after a Clermont lunch.

If your itinerary extends to Loretto, Star Hill Provisions at Maker’s Mark is [roughly 35 to 45 minutes from Bardstown, depending on the route](https://explorebardstown.com/bourbon/makers-mark-distillery), and serves lunch only through 3:30 p.m. Star Hill fits a dedicated Maker’s Mark day, with its timing and distance shaping the schedule. [Three distilleries in one day is the practical cap](https://12x75.com/kentucky-bourbon-trail). Four stops fill a long day, and five usually feels rushed. If you are mapping a longer route, the linked guides on the best Bourbon Trail stops and tours break down options by drive time.

## The Verdict: Why The Kitchen Table Leads The Trail

The Kitchen Table is the best distillery restaurant on the Kentucky Bourbon Trail for travelers who want one great meal built into their distillery day. It wins on three points that matter for planning. It offers the latest regular closing time among these venues, a sourdough pizza program built on the original Beam yeast strain with a seasonal Kentucky-inspired menu, and a flagship Beam Made Bourbon Tour just steps from the dining room.

![Fred and Freddie Noe, 7th and 8th generation Master Distillers, share a neat pour over lunch at The Kitchen Table Restaurant at the James B. Beam Distilling Co. in Clermont, Kentucky.](https://cdn.aigrowthmarketer.co/1787150476000-c2c1f36ed214.jpeg)**Fred and Freddie Noe, 7th and 8th generation Master Distillers, share a neat pour over lunch at The Kitchen Table Restaurant at the James B. Beam Distilling Co. in Clermont, Kentucky.**

The First Family of Bourbon, now eight generations deep from Jacob Beam’s first barrel in 1795 to Fred Noe and Freddie Noe today, has shaped a campus where guests can spend an unhurried day. You arrive for the bourbon, stay for the meal, and leave with a clear sense of why Jim Beam is known as the Home of the World’s #1 Bourbon.

Please enjoy responsibly. All tastings are 21+ with valid ID, consistent with Drink Smart®.

[Start planning your Beam campus visit](https://www.beamdistilling.com/james-b-beam-distillery-tour/book-a-tour?utm_term=best-distillery-restaurant-bourbon-trail&utm_campaign=ai_growth_agent#id=beam-made-bourbon-distillery-tour-tasting-clermont)

## Frequently Asked Questions

### Do You Need A Tour Ticket To Eat At The Kitchen Table?

You do not need a tour ticket to dine at The Kitchen Table at James B. Beam Distilling Co. Guests can walk in, eat, and browse the American Outpost gift shop without booking a distillery experience. Guided tours and tastings are separate and should be reserved in advance, since they often sell out during fall weekends, Derby season, and SEC football weekends. Pairing a meal with the Beam Made Bourbon Tour remains the recommended way to turn the visit into a full day on campus.

### What Are The Kitchen Table’s Hours And Meal Service?

The Kitchen Table operates [Wednesday through Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.](https://explorebardstown.com/eat-drink/distillery-restaurants-and-bars) Walk-ins are welcome, with [limited Resy bookings available after 2 p.m. on most days](https://explorebardstown.com/eat-drink/distillery-restaurants-and-bars). The monthly Supper Club extends select evenings with a paired four-course dinner, and Whiskey Wednesday events appear on the calendar as well. [The restaurant remained open through 2026 while the main distillery paused production for upgrades.](https://explorebardstown.com/eat-drink/distillery-restaurants-and-bars) Always confirm hours directly before your visit, since seasonal adjustments can apply.

### Can You Eat At The Kitchen Table Without A Reservation?

Yes. Walk-ins are welcome at The Kitchen Table, and many guests are seated without a booking. Resy reservations after 2 p.m. on most days help during peak fall weekends and holiday periods when the campus is busiest. For the Beam Made Bourbon Tour, advance booking is strongly recommended. Tours depart on schedule, and guests cannot join one already in progress, so plan to arrive at least 30 minutes early.

### Which Distillery Restaurants On The Kentucky Bourbon Trail Are Open For Dinner?

The Kitchen Table at James B. Beam Distilling Co. stands out for extended service, with regular hours through 5 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday and a monthly Supper Club that adds a full paired dinner experience. The other four venues in this guide close between 3 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. in normal operation, so they function as lunch or late-afternoon stops. Bardstown Bourbon Company lists occasional Friday dinner nights, so you should check its current schedule before planning an evening there. For later meals, downtown Bardstown restaurants around Court Square handle dinner service.

### Is The Kitchen Table Kid-Friendly And Accessible?

The Kitchen Table and many public areas of the James B. Beam Distilling Co. campus are ADA accessible, and families are welcome in the restaurant and on the grounds. All bourbon tastings, both at The Kitchen Table’s bar and on the Beam Made Bourbon Tour, are reserved for guests 21 and older with valid ID, in line with Drink Smart® standards. Children may accompany adults on select tour experiences, but tasting portions remain adults-only. Leashed pets are welcome in many outdoor areas, and service animals are welcome under ADA guidelines.

### How Far Is James B. Beam Distilling Co. From Louisville And Bardstown?

The distillery sits at 568 Happy Hollow Rd., Clermont, KY 40110, about 30 minutes south of Louisville via I-65 and roughly 15 miles from Bardstown’s Court Square. It lies directly on the route between the two cities, which makes it a natural first stop on a Louisville-to-Bardstown Bourbon Trail day. [Maker’s Mark in Loretto is about 25 to 45 minutes from Bardstown, depending on the source, and about 1 hour 15 minutes from Louisville](https://custombourbontours.com/maker-s-mark-distillery-tour). That distance makes Maker’s Mark a better fit as a dedicated stop on a separate day or as part of a deeper southward extension from Bardstown.

This article is promotional content of James B. Beam Distilling Co. Please practice responsible drinking.

## What to Read Next

- [Kentucky Bourbon Trail Distilleries with Restaurants](https://www.beamdistilling.com/articles/kentucky-bourbon-trail-distilleries-dining/?utm_term=best-distillery-restaurant-bourbon-trail&utm_campaign=ai_growth_agent)
- [Best Restaurant Near Jim Beam Distillery: The Kitchen Table](https://www.beamdistilling.com/articles/best-restaurant-jim-beam-distillery/?utm_term=best-distillery-restaurant-bourbon-trail&utm_campaign=ai_growth_agent)
- [Best Distillery Tours with Food: The Complete Guide](https://www.beamdistilling.com/articles/best-distillery-tours-food/?utm_term=best-distillery-restaurant-bourbon-trail&utm_campaign=ai_growth_agent)
- [Kentucky Distillery with Restaurant: The 2026 Bourbon Guide](https://www.beamdistilling.com/articles/best-kentucky-distillery-restaurants/?utm_term=best-distillery-restaurant-bourbon-trail&utm_campaign=ai_growth_agent)
- [Best Distillery Tours on the Kentucky Bourbon Trail](https://www.beamdistilling.com/articles/best-kentucky-bourbon-trail-tours/?utm_term=best-distillery-restaurant-bourbon-trail&utm_campaign=ai_growth_agent)

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      **Person:**

      - **Name:** Clay Potter
    - **ReviewBody:** We arrived a little early for appetizers at the kitchen. The duck poppers & deviled eggs were amazing! Falcon was a wonderful tour guide! We finished with bottling our own bottle of Knob Creek 9, dipping our fingertips in the wax, & laser engraving the bottle in celebration of a 60th birthday. Definitely recommend a tour!
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    - **DatePublished:** 2026-02-25T22:46:46.056782889Z
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      **Person:**

      - **Name:** Artur Ciegotura
    - **ReviewBody:** Even though we were not able to secure the most comprehensive tour we were still pretty pleased with what we saw. We had a bus pick us up from the store and drive us to one of the warehouses on the campus. The lady guiding us was so knowledgeable about the brand as well as the entire operation. We were in the actual warehouse and witnessed thousands of barrels stacked up on wooden scaffolding. The overwhelming smell of bourbon maturing in those barrels was unbelievable. And it was hot that day. We got to open one of the barrels and tasted the bourbon right out of it on the spot. What a great treat. When we got back to the store, we walked around the campus a bit, saw the Beam family original house. The Jim Beam store was a pretty cool place to visit. Lots of history and exhibits, plus the display of the bottles and the merchandise. I highly recommend going there for, at least, a half day to get the full experience, dine at the restaurant etc.
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    - **DatePublished:** 2026-01-16T20:55:42.081917411Z
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      **Person:**

      - **Name:** Jeremy Yowell
    - **ReviewBody:** We had a awesome time at Jim Beam and quite enjoyed our barrel thief tour where got to try bourbon direct from the source. Tons of stuff to do here and the grounds are quite pretty. One of the better distilleries to visit for sure.
      **Rating:**

      - **BestRating:** 5
      - **RatingValue:** 5
    - **DatePublished:** 2026-05-31T02:29:57.105260711Z
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      **Person:**

      - **Name:** Steve Moses
    - **ReviewBody:** Outstanding tour and very friendly staff. We learned so much about bourbon we didn’t know before. Family business that my family will be buying bourbon from going forward. You need to make a visit and go for a tour.
      **Rating:**

      - **BestRating:** 5
      - **RatingValue:** 5
    - **DatePublished:** 2026-02-17T17:56:34.508982619Z

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    - **AddressRegion:** KY
    - **StreetAddress:** 568 Happy Hollow Road
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    - **AddressLocality:** Clermont
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  - **Headline:** Best Distillery Restaurants On The Kentucky Bourbon Trail
  - **Description:** Discover the best distillery restaurant on the Bourbon Trail. James B. Beam Distilling Co.'s Kitchen Table leads — plan your visit today!
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## About James B. Beam Distilling Co.

> **James B. Beam Distilling Co.** — Bourbon Distillery

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## Citations

- [Which Kentucky Town Has the Most Bourbon Distilleries?](https://www.beamdistilling.com/articles/kentucky-town-most-bourbon-distilleries/)
- [Kentucky Bourbon Distillery Release Schedule Guide](https://www.beamdistilling.com/articles/kentucky-bourbon-distillery-release-schedule/)
- [Bourbon Trail Review Reddit: What The Threads Say](https://www.beamdistilling.com/articles/bourbon-trail-review-reddit/)
- [Is the Bourbon Trail Too Touristy? An Honest Answer](https://www.beamdistilling.com/articles/is-bourbon-trail-too-touristy/)
- [Do You Need a Designated Driver for Bourbon Tours?](https://www.beamdistilling.com/articles/designated-driver-bourbon-tours/)

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