Carson's Back Porch

The owner was great, she was so so inviting and friendly, the waiters/waitresses, and hostesses/hosts, everyone was so kind. The food was out of this world and the service was impeccable! 10/10 we will absolutely be back.

5 months ago

This restaurant blew us away!!! Amazing complimentary cornbread hush puppies with a cinnamon honey butter. We also got baked oysters that were very good. My husband got shrimp and grits and I got filet mignon with Gouda Mac, it was all a 10/10

3 months ago

Everything from start to finish is excellent about this place. What a great job with the decor. It’s upscale and yet feels very casual and welcoming. Our server, Yo-Yo, As he told us to call him, was very attentive and professional. We got the 6 ounce fillets and it was more than enough. The peach cobbler dessert is amazing. And I love the complementary hush puppies they brought at the beginning. I would definitely order that appetizer. The sweet butter was amazing. We love Carson‘s upfront, but will be “back“ to the back porch again.

3 months ago

I was not expecting much when I came here with a friend but the experience was just unmatched. We were told the restaurant is kind of inspired by Charleston, SC, and my friend said they did a pretty good job (she is from CHS). Our server (Jojo? I’m so sorry I forgot his name) was so funny and knowledgeable on everything about the food, place, etc. He instantly made us feel welcome, and gave us some great recommendations. The oysters were amazing! As well as the Dubai Chocolate Martini!! So so good 15/10 experience.

4 months ago

Think upscale Kentucky comfort food wrapped in Southern hospitality, with the atmosphere doing almost as much work as the kitchen. Food-wise, Carson’s isn't about delicate culinary technique or challenging your palate. It's about bold flavors, generous plates, and taking comfort food just far enough upscale to make it feel special. And once again, they succeed. Ironically, my favorite bite was one of the simplest: cheese fritters with pimento cheese and peach chutney. Crispy, creamy, salty, sweet and tangy, it had beautiful balance and proved you don't need ten ingredients to create a memorable bite. On the opposite end was the Millionaire’s Baked Potato. I understand the popularity and spectacle, but for me it crossed from indulgent into excessive. More TikTok trend than culinarily cohesive, with so much happening that the individual flavors lost some purpose and nuance. But where Carson’s continues to excel is the complete dinner experience. Good food, polished service, great atmosphere, and an operation where everything seems to come together with intention.

2 months ago