Check’s Cafe Menu Prices

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Gathering place since the ’40s for beer, sandwiches & German-American dishes, plus happy hour.

Check’s Cafe is a German-American restaurant for beer, sandwiches & classic German dishes, plus happy hour. Opening in 1944, there is a tremendous amount of history and family tradition in this Schnitzelburg institution.
Stop by this neighborhood gem and try one of our classic menu items like the signature chili, braunschweiger, bratwurst or pan-fried oysters. You could also hang at the bar and explore our lengthy beer list.

We have live music events throughout the week and live sports on TV, especially Louisville Cardinals athletics.

Hosting a party or large event? Ask us about our catering options and private event room!

Stop by this neighborhood tradition today!

  4.5 – 1 reviews  $ • Bar & grill

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Menu

Main Menu
Appetizers
Fried Mushrooms
Lightly breaded and fried golden mushrooms served with horseradish dressing.		 $6.99
Check’s Chili Cheese Fries
An extra-large helping of fries covered with our world-famous chili and shredded cheddar.		 $8.99
Mozzarella Cheese Sticks
Lightly breaded mozzarella cheese sticks served with our house marinara sauce.		 $6.99
Chicken Tenders
Breaded and fried chicken tenders served with honey mustard, ranch, or bbq sauce.		 $9.99
Buffalo Chicken Tenders
Fried tenders tossed in hot or mild buffalo sauce, served with ranch and celery.		 $10.99
Pretzel Bread
Klaus’s Original served plain.		 $5.99
Hot Wings
10 chicken wings, tossed in your choice of sauce: Hot, Mild, Asian, or Teriyaki, served with ranch dressing.		 $15.99
Fried Pork Rinds
Prepared in-house to order and seasoned with salt, paprika, and a mixture of spices.		 $6.99
Soups & Salads
Check’s Famous Chili
An original since 1944, served with or without spaghetti.		 $5.99
Bean Soup $4.99
Check’s Club Salad
Iceberg & leaf lettuce, carrots, topped with cheddar cheese, turkey, bacon, ham, tomato & onion. Served with your choice of ranch, honey mustard, thousand island, or Italian dressing		 $7.99
Sandwiches & Entrees
Check’s Club Sandwich
Turkey, ham, and bacon with American cheese, lettuce, tomato, and mayo, served on white, wheat, or rye bread.		 $7.99
Bacon Lettuce & Tomato
Served on choice of white, wheat or rye		 $6.99
Reuben
Corned beef, Swiss, sauerkraut, and Thousand Island dressing on a grilled bun.		 $6.99
Grilled Hamburger
¼ lb. burger		 $5.99
Grilled Cheeseburger
¼ lb. with choice of Swiss, American, or pepper jack.		 $5.99
Chicken Sandwich
Choice of grilled or fried, served on a bun.		 $7.99
Pork Tenderloin
5oz. portion fried or grilled, served on a bun.		 $7.99
Shrimp Basket
6 Jumbo Shrimp fried to perfection served with Fries and Slaw.		 $13.99
Buffalo Chicken Sandwich
Fried chicken breast tossed in buffalo sauce, served on a bun with ranch.		 $8.99
Check’s Fish Sandwich
A generous portion of fried cod served on rye bread.		 $11.99
Hand Rolled Oyster
Fried until golden brown. served with cocktail sauce.		 $5.99
Pan Fried Oysters
Fried until golden brown. served with cocktail sauce.		 $12.99
Grilled Cheese
American cheese on white bread, grilled with butter.		 $3.99
Fried Bologna
A thick slice on rye bread.		 $4.99
Fried Catfish
A 7oz portion fried to perfection and served 2 sides.		 $11.99
Country Fried Steak
Seasoned and tender served with pepper gravy and 2 sides.		 $11.99
Roast Beef and Gravy
Thinly sliced choice roast beef covered with house-made brown gravy and 2 sides.		 $11.99
Philly Cheese Steak
Thinly sliced roasted beef covered with cheese, caramelized onions, served with one side.		 $9.99
Ham Sandwich
Baked ham served on your choice of white, wheat or rye bread.		 $5.99
Turkey Sandwich
Baked turkey served on your choice of white, wheat, or rye bread.		 $5.99
Bratwurst
A favorite for over 60 years! Served on rye bread.		 $4.99
¼ Lb. Hot Dog
Grilled plump and served on a bun.		 $3.99
Check’s Chili Cheese Dog
Grilled hot dog topped with our famous chili and cheddar cheese, served on a bun.		 $8.99
Fried Chicken Livers
Fried Golden Brown and served with pepper gravy and 2 sides.		 $11.99
Kids Menu (under 12)
Grilled Cheese
Chicken Tenders (1)
Mini Corn Dogs
PB&J
Side Items
Side Salad $4.99
Onion Rings $2.99
French Fries $2.50
Corn Bread $1.50
Cole Slaw $2.50
Mashed Potatoes $2.50
Macaroni & Cheese $2.50
Broccoli Casserole $2.50
German Potato Salad $2.50
Green Beans $2.50
Dessert
Derby Pie $3.99
Coconut Cream $3.99
Add Ice Cream $0.99
Catering Menu
Box Lunches
#1 1/2 Club Sandwich and your choice of side salad or a cup of soup $9.00
#2 Any Full Size Sandwich, chips & a chocolate chip cookie $10.00
#3 Variety Salad Box
Chicken Salad, Pimento Cheese & Pasta Salad with a croissant, crackers, cookie & fresh fruit cup		 $10.00
#4 Any full size bowl of soup with grilled cheese, crackers & a fresh fruit cup $8.00
Party Trays
Chicken Wings
Naked or Breaded- Buffalo, BBQ, Sweet Chili or Asian		 $40.00
Sliders
Burgers, Fish, Pork Tenderloin & Nashville Hot. Served Plain. Condiments on the side		 $40.00
Fruit
Fresh and Seasonal		 $30.00
Cheese & Relish
Marbled, Pepper-Jack and Cheddar cheeses with olives and sweet pickles		 $35.00
Nachos
Tortilla chips or house made chips topped with seasoned ground beef or chicken, shredded cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, jalapenos, olives, sour cream, salsa and guacamole		 $40.00
Tacos
Small Tapas Style. Pick any 2 Fish: Fried cod topped with mango jalapeno slaw Pork: Smoked pork with citrus honey salsa and red pickled cabbage Beef: Slow roasted shredded beef, topped with avocado cilantro lime sauce & diced tomatoes
Salads
Fresh Garden Salad
Freshly chopped romaine, spinach, carrots, cucumbers and cherry tomatoes topped with grilled chicken breast, cool mandarin oranges, candid pecans, dried cranberries, shredded cheese and croutons. Your choice of dressing.		 $6.00
Side Salad $4.00
Caesar $5.00
Soups
Chili
Chicken Noodle Soup
Loaded Potato Soup
Chicken Tortilla Soup
Vegetable Beef
Creamy Tomato
Sandwiches
Club
Turkey, Ham, Bacon, American cheese, Lettuce and Tomato stacked high on white, wheat or rye		 $7.00
Chicken Salad Croissant
A new recipe! Big, buttery croissant, filled with an herb roasted chicken breast, crisp celery, pecans and sweet grapes		 $6.00
Turkcranwich
The perfect blend of sweet and savory. Sliced turkey, cranberry relish, Havarti cheese and a cheese spread. Grilled in butter on raisin bread		 $7.00
Main Courses
Meatloaf
Baked White Fish
Baked Salmon
Baked Chicken
Fried Chicken
Fried Catfish
Chicken Alfredo
Spaghetti & Meatballs
Grilled Chicken Breast
Herb Crusted Pork Chop
Smoked Pulled Pork Brisket $1.50
Fried Cod
Side Dishes
Mac & Cheese
Collard Greens
Kale Greens
Brussels Sprouts
Green Beans
Mashed Potatoes & Gravy
Corn
Pinto Beans
Fresh Green Beans with Bourbon Bacon Glaze
Potato Salad
Rice Pilaf
Baked Beans
Cole Slaw
Roasted Red Potatoes
Hashbrown Casserole
Sweet Potato Casserole
Any Salad
Breads
Rolls
Cornbread
Mexican Cornbread
Biscuits
Garlic Toast
Butter Croissants

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Contact Check’s Cafe

Address: 1101 E Burnett Ave, Louisville, KY 40217

Phone: (502) 637-9515

Website: https://www.checkscafelouisville.com/

Hours

Friday 11AM–9PM
Saturday 11AM–9PM
Sunday 12–9PM
Monday 11AM–9PM
Tuesday 11AM–9PM
Wednesday 11AM–9PM
Thursday 11AM–9PM

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