For the third year in a row, Head Chef Robert Lopez crafts a new lineup of delectable spring-forward race-day dishes
LOUISVILLE, Ky., March 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Churchill Downs Racetrack ("Churchill Downs") and hospitality partner Levy Restaurants ("Levy") released the official menu for the 152nd running of the Kentucky Derby® presented by Woodford Reserve. The menu features Louisville-inspired classics and contemporary variations to enjoy while basking in the celebration of the Kentucky Derby®, Saturday, May 2.
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