Premium Dining

Sports Illustrated’s Club SI, provides a luxurious, equine-focused dining experience offering an immersive view of the all-new Paddock and Paddock Runway giving guests unparalleled behind-the-scenes experiences; this space offers the opportunity to watch the races on the rail just a few sections before the Finish Line. The interior design of Club SI will showcase iconic Sports Illustrated magazine covers, editorial featuring past Kentucky Derby races. Each year, celebrity ambassadors will act as hosts for Club SI during Kentucky Derby and Kentucky Oaks for a premium race day experience.

The First Turn Club Dining Room allows guests to enjoy the famous, media-worthy angle of the Kentucky Derby Walkover, where contenders and their connections parade along the track from the barn area to the Paddock prior to the big race. First Turn Club Dining guests can enjoy thunderous racing along the rail of the outdoor terrace directly in front of the dining room.

Silks Balcony and Loge provides an elevated view of the Paddock in a covered open-air setting; This area offers both dining tables and box seats; Enjoy easy access to a dedicated race viewing location in our 3rd floor Clubhouse in Section 320.

The Stakes Room blends 150 years of tradition with a fresh and contemporary atmosphere that celebrates a storied past and spectacular future for Churchill Downs. The oval-shaped bar in the Stakes Tavern is designed in the shape of the track, complete with pole markings. This area caters to the horsemen and distinguished guests that carry on the legacy of horseracing.

The Homestretch Club offers excellent views of the track in the key moment of the race as well as the Big Board; Enjoy indoor access to a private temperature-controlled club on the first level with ambient lighting and contemporary finishes; Take a break to place a wager, enjoy the Chef’s Table Buffet, and grab a drink from the 97’ bar, the longest bar in Kentucky. Further access to the Clubhouse offers additional race viewing options to complete this premium hospitality experience.

See and be seen at the infamous Turf Club. Typically a members-only club during the race meet, this exclusive premium dining space features a party atmosphere with live entertainment, a bourbon bar, and an interactive Chef’s kitchen including a brick oven and gelato station. Two covered outdoor dining options include the Turf Club Balcony, facing the Paddock, and the Turf Terrace, facing the track.

This upscale open-concept dining area located within the Starting Gate Suite tower offers a modern experience for race viewing and provides indoor dining options for 8 guests.

This covered, open-air dining space offers views from the 7th floor overlooking the Starting Gate and Final Turn of the racetrack, elevated above the Grandstand. Guests on the rooftop will be able to gaze at an authentic panoramic view of Louisville while enjoying access to several upscale bars and food offerings in a cozy yet party-like atmosphere.

Sunny’s Halo is an open-air hospitality lounge with a direct view of the racetrack. Located in the 3rd Floor of the Grandstand Pavilion, guests will have a fabulous view of the Starting Gate of the race as well as the Final Turn of the track. The seating is sold through the Derby Experience exclusively.

The Wicker Garden is a rooftop lounge space that features foliage and dynamic views near the Starting Gate of the racetrack and of guests arriving on Central Avenue below. Each grouping seats up to 35 guests in a variety of outdoor soft seating.

Skye Terrace offers three floors of interior dining space directly above the Clubhouse after the finish line. The elongated layout ensures that every dining guest is close to the windows facing the track and has easy access to the covered outdoor terrace for viewing. This nostalgic wing of Churchill Downs is adjacent to the infamous Millionaire’s Row.