New Wave Burritos operated in Louisville, Kentucky, at 3311 Preston Highway, from approximately early 2016 until its closure in late summer 2023. The establishment originated as a late-night delivery service in early 2014 before owners Matt Filip and Nate Sturdevant transitioned it into a full dine-in restaurant two years later, taking over the former Grind burger kitchen. The venue cultivated a distinctive “new wave style of the 80s” through its eclectic decor, which included pinball machines and a Pac-Man arcade game, contributing to a laid-back atmosphere for its patrons.
Known for its innovative and often “wild concoctions,” New Wave Burritos offered a constantly changing menu of burritos and sides, alongside beer delivery service. Over its nearly nine years of operation, the restaurant became a recognized local spot for unique culinary offerings and a casual dining experience, appreciated by the community for its creativity and late-night options. The owners announced the restaurant’s closure in August 2023, citing it as a difficult but necessary decision.
