Bistro Le Relais – Operations

Anthony Dike was born in Switzerland, where he spent most of his childhood. He moved to New York in 1981 to work with E.F. Hutton company, and started working in the New York restaurant scene. Dike worked at Mortimer’s and other stylish places before he became
Maitre d’ at the elegant La Goulue. He partnered with Jean DeNoyer to open Le Relais in Louisville’s historic Bowman Field in 1988, and has since become the sole proprietor and owner. Dike has a flair and passion for food, excellent wines, and superb service that has made Le Relais know as the best French restaurant in the area. Anthony Dike also has built an incredible wine list, achieving several Wine Spectator awards. After 21 years in Louisville with wife Mary Jo, Anthony Dike has
become the face of Le Relais as well as being known as the
consummate host of the city.