Gift cards to restaurants make great holiday gifts. Sure, national chain restaurants all have deals, but Louisvillians want to support their wonderful local restaurants. Here is a roundup of area restaurants offering irresistible gift card deals or incentives this holiday season:

Give the gift of Louisville’s restaurants this season!
The Café, located near Louisville Stoneware, is a great place for breakfast and lunch — and desserts for that matter. Buy $100 worth of gift cards and receive $20 off your meal at The Café.
This popular Cuban restaurant is a Louisville favorite, with its great food and fabulous cocktails. Buy any amount in gift cards (minimum of $10), and receive 10 percent off your meal at Havana Rumba.
Owned by the same Cuban family as Havana Rumba, Cena and Guaca Mole, Mussel & Burger Bar has one of the best burgers in town, and the mussels are delicious, as well. Buy any amount in gift cards (minimum of $10), and receive 10 percent off your meal.
Cena is the new restaurant featuring an Italian menu that opened in the basement of the Mussel & Burger Bar. Buy any amount in gift cards (minimum of $10) and receive 10 percent off your meal at Cena.
Guaca Mole is the Mexican food offering from the Havana Rumba family of restaurants. Buy any amount in gift cards (minimum of $10) and receive 10 percent off your meal at Guaca Mole.
Want a taste of Guaca Mole and Havana Rumba with express service? Try this taco bar. Buy any amount in gift cards (minimum of $10) and receive 10 percent off your meal at El Taco Luchador.
Ghyslain is a go-to for breakfast and lunch, with a large menu and something for everyone. Ghyslain is a chocolatier, as well, just so you know to save room for dessert. Starting at $300, for every $100 spent, you’ll get a $10 gift card.
Martini’s in the Summit
Italian food right in the heart of a major shopping venue is the best of both worlds. Get a $25 bonus Martini card with $100 card purchase. In addition, they are including a $20 spa service at Omagi Salon Spa and a $20 salon service, too!
Volare is a fine dining establishment with an authentic Italian menu. For the holiday season, get 20 percent off cards of $100 or more.
If you can eat $25 in queso and chips, which I’m sure you can, this is a great place to satisfy a Mexican food craving. For every $25 gift card purchased, receive a $5 gift card for yourself.
Buckhead’s is a Louisville staple and a good, easy gift for anyone on your list. Buckhead Mountain Grill offers a $10 card with every $50 gift card purchased.
Who doesn’t want a Rocky’s Sub Pub? Give it to your friend who loves to eat lunch there. Rocky’s gives a $10 card with every $50 gift card purchased.
Barbeque and buttermilk pie make Mark’s a local favorite. For every $25 spent, Mark’s gives a $5 card.
Home Cuisine (Personal Chef Mae Pike)
If you don’t want to go the restaurant route, this personal chef and meal delivery service is a great alternative. For every $100 spent, you’ll receive a $20 credit. Call by December 22 to purchase, and the cards never expire.
There you have it! Enjoy giving the gift of local dining to that someone special on your list. Happy holidays!!
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