Located about less than a half hour away in Shepherdsville, Kentucky, is one of the most incredible cafes anywhere near Louisville. Isaac’s Cafe is hidden within the beautiful Bernheim Forest, providing perfect views of the fall foliage at this time of year. You’ll love watching the fall leaves slowly glide to the ground as you eat a fresh and flavorful soup, salad, or sandwich. Sunergos coffee, hot chocolate, and tea are also served here, which will be so satisfying to drink this fall once the weather cools down!
Hidden in the depths of Bernheim Forest is a cafe you're guaranteed to love.
This picture-perfect cafe will wow you after a long day of hiking through the beautiful woodland and Arboretum. Isaac's Cafe boasts some of the freshest and most delicious food in the state, and the best part is that you can enjoy your meal while getting an incredible view of the forest around you.
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This visitor's center and cafe was designed with the forest view in mind; nearly all the walls are windows! This bright sitting area is surrounded by the changing trees.
Isaac's Cafe is the perfect place to sit and watch the leaves fall during the next few weeks. Although the view is one of the best in our state, the food prepared at Isaac's truly steals the show.
They grow their veggies in their very own edible garden at Bernheim. Since much of the food is grown just a short walk away, the menu does change seasonally. Soups, salads, and Sunergos coffee is central to Isaac's menu. Gluten-free, vegan, and other dietary restrictions can be accommodated as well. For a fresh, delicious meal under $10, Isaac's Cafe is an absolute gem.
Isaac's Cafe uses vegetables and herbs from this large edible garden.
Isaac's Cafe is as local as it gets, with this garden being fewer than 200 steps from the restaurant. The little energy used to maintain the garden is powered by solar panels, and even the stone and steel for the plant beds were purchased locally.
Enjoy the beautiful, vibrant colors of fall on your day trip to Bernheim.
Autumn really makes you appreciate the incredible sights we can enjoy here in Kentucky. Even if hiking isn't your thing, you'll be glad you visited Bernheim forest and Isaac's Cafe. It's a treasure that all Louisvillians should experience once.
Isaac's Cafe is located at 1701 Clermont Rd., Shepherdsville, KY 40165.
Don’t forget that Bernheim Forest’s Colorfest is happening on October the 22nd, which will be filled with endless autumn activities for families to enjoy!
I think a trip to Bernheim forest would make a perfect fall day trip, don’t you? If you enjoyed this article be sure to share it with friends, and check out this list of other fall activities to try this season.
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