The 2nd oldest continuously operating tavern in Louisville, 21st in Germantown offers mouth-watering food and hosts comedy acts, open mic nights, original live music, karaoke and more!
History of 21st in Germantown
21st in Germantown opened in 2019, taking over a bar that traces itself back to 1887. The building originally housed Zeigler’s Saloon and Grocery, with the Zeigler family themselves living upstairs. Frank Zeigler was a prominent businessman in the community, holding the position of Vice President of Falls City Brewing Company. Zeigler’s Saloon and Grocery stayed open through Prohibition, remaining in the Zeigler family for 97 years before being sold in 1984.
Relics from the past spread throughout 21st in Germantown, such as an antique time clock and a vintage jukebox. Look out for the antique doll found during a renovation upstairs, hidden behind a wall. Now sitting behind the bar, a donation cup sits in front of it to ward off any evil spirits. The dance floor itself is salvaged from the historic Fontaine Ferry Amusement Park’s roller skating rink, which closed in 1969.
Reasons to Visit
Today, 21st in Germantown hosts open mic nights, comedy acts, DJs, original live music, and karaoke. You can listen to every genre of music here, ranging from jazz to blues, hip-hop, reggae and house DJs. Their kitchen offers up delicious burgers, smoked wings, chicken tenders or loaded fries, guaranteed to satisfy your late night cravings.
Try out one of their more than 100 bourbons, a specialty cocktail, or one of their many varieties of drafts, craft and canned brew, while enjoying the night’s entertainment! Take a step out to their large patio for a breath of fresh air, a smoke, or simply to savor the aroma of the irresistible smell coming from the large wood smoker, cooking up the night’s smoked wings.
Come down to 21st in Germantown, and enjoy what they do best: Bourbons, Burgers, Brews, Bands & Karaoke!
