A very cute spot for dinner! Nice street parking offered outside that typically is not too busy. The restaurant is small smaller but they pack a lot of people in so it can be a little noisy, but it really has a nice vibe in plenty of space if you want us to sit at their bar area as well. The staff was very friendly and walked through the menu and all of the specials of the night. I liked their structure of ordering in courses. This is definitely a place to share your meal items and try a lot of things with your party. They also have a great drink menu and their espresso martini was especially tasty! I also loved their focaccia bread! We tried the brussels sprouts as an advertiser, which were very tasty. read more

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Louie is still a hot number in St. Louis. It's the spot people name drop like they personally taught the chef how to salt water. If you can actually land a reservation, congratulations, you've won the Resy Olympics. A friend pulled some strings and got us in, which felt less like dinner and more like a heist. I went for the halibut special. It was a pesto vibe, flaky, and sitting pretty on a bed of couscous. It was giving coastal vacation energy in the middle of the Midwest. #stlouispescatarianapproved without hesitation. That said, is this all worth the reservation stress? For me, debatable. St. Louis is quietly stacked with spots that don't require a minor miracle to get a table. Now the pizzas were great. I took a few home and suddenly became the most popular person in the room. Certified crowd pleasers. read more

This place is perfect for a girls night out, a date, or just a fun dinner with friends. It's tucked away right next to Sasha's so keep an eye out for it, but once you're in you'll understand the hype. The lighting is super dim and moody! Sets a nice tone. We had reservations and I am so glad we did because even on a Monday night this place was packed. Definitely book ahead. The white bean hummus was a 10 out of 10, the brussels sprouts were classic, and the bread they bring out is something else entirely. It's seasoned and served with olive oil and it's just chef's kiss. We got wine to share for the table and the waitress always checked in to pour us more. The specials that night were standouts too. The butternut squash ravioli was so delicious and the only complaint I have is that I wanted more of it haha! A fish special my friend ordered also was delicious. And the margherita pizza, simple as it is, was just so satisfying and done really well. Our waitress was young and super friendly, and the whole vibe of the night just felt really warm and fun. I also noticed they have mocktail options on the menu which I am excited to explore next time alongside their cocktail list. Definitely coming back. read more

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I love Louie! We had a reservation, almost a must! Jordan was our server; he has been around forever and is the best. Since I had a driver I ordered a drink, I got the El Tigre, I really enjoyed it. Mezcal, blood orange, lime, angostura. If you are at Louie, you must get the brussels sprouts! They are perfectly seasoned with lemon and caper, I get them without pecorino and I love them. The cauliflower Fritto with Dill Aioli is perfect to share, its a little heavy to eat all on your own. The Dill Aioli is just the right tang! I almost always get the fish special and tonight was no different! It was cod with cripy shallots on a bed of squash, so good! If I don't get the fish special I now I can't go wrong with the Roast Chicken or the Grilled Pork Chop, Service fantastic, food superb, drinks delicious. You can't go wrong with Louie! read more

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Ben was amazing Halibut amazing w cous cous white wine etc staff is soooo excellent.. chef too!! Can't wait till cone back read more

There is nothing I can share in this review that hasn't been said thousands of times over. Alas, I will still share: Louie is THAT place. The hype is real. Execution is real. Service is second to none. I went solo on a friday night mid rush and they opened up an extra spot on the bar for me (i am not sure if they do this often, or they just were very generous). In any case, I had a front row seat to the pizza. Absolute masterclass. A delicate art behind the hands of a young man taking no shortcuts. Prosciutto, and pappardelle. Those were my dishes. Those were THE dishes. The prosciutto absolutely melted in your mouth with the salt of the Parmesan sending a perfectly salty funk. The pappardelle was insane. Pasta was cooked to perfection behind a rich, hearty bolognese. Not too heavy, but enough weight to keep you feeling full and satiated. The service was incredible. Genuine hospitality behind a perfectly paced meal. The ultimate date night spot. This place is sexy, moody, alive. None of my words are original, as everyone knows Louie is upper echelon. So, at the very least i hope they continue to guide those who have never been. Best of luck getting a res, my recommendation is no matter the time book it and love it read more

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I'd give more than 5 stars if I could. The atmosphere was great, a little loud but very nice. Our food was fantastic. I had the Roman Gnocco and my husband had the halibut special. The gnocco was so good that I took home the little bit I had left and couldn't wait to eat it today. Please keep this as a staple dish. The staff was top notch! We inadvertently booked a reservation for bar seating. When the bartender, Coco realized it was our anniversary and we'd prefer more intimate seating she offered and moved us to a cute little table with a champagne toast. Loulou took over from there and was the best. She was so knowledgeable about the menu and suggested the perfect pairings of cocktails and dessert. Will definitely be back and will recommend to friends. read more

Louie - Roman Gnocco - Italian Near Me - Clayton, Missouri

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Our cozy spot at the bar provided excellent service and a wonderful spot to soak up the warm vibe. I don't believe we could have gone wrong with anything on the menu. And. Wow. The burrata app was outstanding. End the meal with the Ice cream sandwich - the crunch is delightful. read more

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I had my usual beef Bolognese, which is always a favorite. It was my girlfriend's first time, and she noticed how amazing the service was. Staff was attentive and sweet to everyone at the bar. I highly recommend sitting at the bar! read more

This just couldn't wait! Finally landed a reservation to experience all the rave and guess what?! Drum roll pease.... Louie indeed knocked my socks off'! From start to finish I thoroughly enjoyed my time. Danny was an award winning host; offered a warm greeting and kindly accommodated a slight seating modification at my request. Liz, LIZ. Lizzzzzzz!!!!! Was an absolutely amazing server. Just let me say; service has severely declined these days and sadly I've gotten somewhat complacent with that. However, Liz turned my frown upside down (literally). Such a pleasant personality, recommendations were on point and overall service throughout our dining experience was superb. I'm very particular about my Manhattan, Liz relayed the proportions to the bartender who whipped up the perfect concoction. Highly recommend the octopus of that's your thing. The sweet potosi ravioli was delicious. Oh, can't forget the Brussels....so flavorful with just the right amount of char. Last but not least, the dining room is lovely. Offering an intimate low lighting ambiance it enough to still lay eyes on tour dining companion(s) while conversing. Too a large space but the tables are spread a part nicely enough for privacy. There's also outdoor seating (heated of course) should you wish to take in the De Mun evening scene. In summation, Louie understood the assignment. I'll be returning asap. ~Christy read more

Louie - Italian Near Me - Clayton, Missouri

I really enjoy the appetizers here and the sweet potato ravioli which is a seasonal special. I haven't tried much else on the menu but I am looking forward to. This is a really great restaurant but reservations must be made far in advance so plan ahead! It's an elevated dining experience with a nice cozy but classy vibe. read more

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Super great place. Biggest stand out was our amazing waitress who was well versed on the menu and fun to talk to and quick with her service. All the staff we interacted with were great. We sat outside, we had a reservation for 8:30 but showed up around 8 and they were able to seat us pretty quick on the patio. The cocktail menu had a great selection. I got both a paper plane and a gimlet, both were delicious and I would come back for drinks in a heartbeat! We got the octopus as a starter and that was the let down of the night. I've never had octopus before but my friend has and said this wasn't very good compared to other octopus dishes they've had. Really not that bad though just not as great as we thought it might be. For dinner I got a seasonal ravioli and my friend got a different pasta dish. Both were good. Both the octopus and the pasta dish my friend got were big servings, the seasonal ravioli wasn't a large helping but it was plenty to fill me up. The patio was nice and I'd love to sit inside in the future because it looks great from all the pictures I've seen, but seemed a little loud when we stepped inside to talk to the hostess. read more

Louie - Seasonal ravioli - Italian Near Me - Clayton, Missouri

Get.The.Chicken. Been into a Louie a couple of times now and have had great experiences. Service has been prompt, friendly, and super knowledgeable on the menu. Food-wise, don't think you can go wrong...unless you don't order the chicken Might very well be the best chicken I've ever had! Other items that we tried that were amazing were the mussels, prosciutto, and the ice cream sandwich. read more

Louie - Prosciutto Di Parma, Parmigiano Reggiano - Italian Near Me - Clayton, Missouri

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This restaurant is a MUST visit when in the Clayton area. The restaurant is dimly light with beautiful decor making for a warm and intimate evening. The service is beyond amazing! From the moment you walk in, every member of the Louie staff greets you with a friendly smile and eager to serve. Finally, the food is delicious! Every bite tastier than the last. One of St. Louis's finest places to eat! read more

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WOW. One of the best meals I've had in St. Louis. The pasta was SO fresh I was in love. Our broccolini pizza was yummy and unique. The cocktails were divine. I had a paper plane and an espresso martini. This was the BEST espresso martini I've ever had!!!!! Our server was fantastic. She was very knowledgeable about the menu and the drinks and so very friendly. The inside is dark and moody and romantic. I'd very much like to go back and sit on the patio though just to switch it up. Reservations are a MUST. They open reservations on the first of the month. We booked that day and still the earliest we could get in was 9 pm. WORTH IT!!!!! read more

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I know it's a very popular place right now, reservations a must but I found the food good enough but not perhaps what it costs. I had the pappardelle with bolognese and I thought it a big too "sage" spiced for mine. The menu is somewhat limited in scope but there seemed to be something for everyone. The wine list was however very well priced and the service was excellent. Overall the experience was good but not exceptional. read more

Made a reservation to celebrate my partners 33rd birthday here and we had a blast. We booked 2 weeks in advance but were only able to get a 9:45 pm reservation so plan accordingly! So worth it though. We had the sweetest waitress and loved everything we ordered. From the cocktails, to the mussels and the pappardelle bolognese we loved it all! They brought out a chocolate torte for his birthday and we ordered their ice cream sandwich too. The music and the warm staff made this an incredible birthday dinner. read more

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I chose Louie for my birthday dinner because it's truly one of my favorites, if not my favorite, spot in St. Louis. It's such an elevated experience without being wildly over the top and fancy. I don't think you could order one bad thing here- it's all exceptionally good. Word of the wise- make a reservation weeks ahead. You might get lucky and snag a table closer to your dinner date, or even day of, but odds are slim. You can make a reservation online. I ordered a martini and my mom ordered a lemon drop martini and it was outstanding. I'd highly recommend the ladder- it's not my usual go to but it was zesty and crisp without being too sweet. The bread is the kick off to the meal. I truly don't think there are many other breads out there that captivate a foodie like the bread at Louie. The olive oil is an amazing accompany to the flavor. My dad ordered a salad which was fantastic. I didn't snag a picture but everything was so fresh and chopped. The dressing was light and would definitely be something I'd order next time. My mom and I love to get entrees and split. I ordered the tenderloin and she ordered the bolognese. The tenderloin was perfectly cooked and covered in salsa verde and served with roasted potatoes. The portion is generous and the flavors are such a great combo. The bolognese always hits with the lightness of the homemade noodles, freshly grated cheese, and robust sauce. For dessert they brought out the flourless chocolate torte and it literally melted in my mouth. It was DELICIOUS and covered in raspberries. If I could give Louie 6 stars, I would. read more

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Went to Louie with friends to celebrate a graduation and this was such a perfect place to do that! We had great wine, incredible service and all of us loved our meals. Two ordered the parpardelle bolognese and ate every bit! One had chittara and kept saying how she could taste its freshness. I had the mussels and was ecstatic but wow it was a lot. And our celebrant had the Roman gnocco for the first time and had the biggest smiles through the meal. It's a small place and feels like the perfect neighborhood restaurant. Seriously, if I had stopped here when I was moving to STL, I may have found a place just to have this within walking distance. read more

Louie - Mussels, Shallot, Garlic, Tomato, White Wine, Parsley - Italian Near Me - Clayton, Missouri

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Pshhhh get outta here, Louie!! THE BEST MEAL IN ST. LOUIS! The entire experience was phenomenal. Hostess was friendly, we were sat immediately. Wait staff is knowledgeable and they all help each other out so you never need anything - they are on top of it! The Barata cheese was so soft and creamy, and putting it on the homemade salty sourdough was a combination I dream about. It was the best part of the meal! They also start your meal with homemade focaccia bread. A lot of bread, but I'm not complaining! The roasted chicken was huge and unbelievably juicy. Such a great meal. Cannot wait to come back. Book your reservation early as the restaurant is small so not many table. Which honestly adds to the cozy, VIP ambiance. Love it! read more

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Wood-fired pizza, pasta, and wine nestled in the cozy but lively Demun neighborhood. The lighting is moody, and every bite is quality. It's perfect for a celebration, date night, or any other special occasion. In the summer, they are known for their peaches and prosciutto (topped with shaved parm) appetizer, but the year-round prosciutto and parm is also delicious. They serve homemade focaccia with the best quality olive oil. I've had their seasonal pastas before, but the wood-fired pizzas are where it's at for two reasons: the simple yet perfect tomato sauce and the pillowy crust. The staff are always friendly and passionate about the food they are offering. read more

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Excellent excellent food and service! We had the charred eggplant dip, and some super fresh mozzarella appetizer, incredible! For dinner we had the Roman Gnocco which is a bowl of saucey pork ragu with delicious cheese melted on top, true comfort food! The mussels were amazing and so many with lots of garlic in a rich wine sauce. The sweet potato ravioli which is a seasonal dish and the chicken which is not something that I would go for with all these other choices but found out it's one of the best chicken I have ever had. Moist and seasoned to perfection and, did I mention huge!! They are Amish raised with love, obviously. If you are able to get a reservation make it, otherwise the wait is worth it! Comfort food in an easy going restaurant with great staff is what we need right now. Thanks Louie!! read more

Louie - Mussels with shallots, garlic, tomato,white wine and parsley. - Italian Near Me - Clayton, Missouri

Always a treat to dine at Louie when you can get a reservation. The Brussels sprouts and eggplant dip are favorites, but the bolognese tastes like Hamburger Helper. Also, their Old Fashioned would really shine with a proper single ice cube instead of a glass full of melting ice. read more

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Food, great. Service exceptional. Seated near a loud, constantly slamming door that was not resolved - a non-starter. Disappointing experience to entertain a very special friend. read more

Haven't been back in a few years because I never remember to make a reservation but got lucky and scored a table as a walk in for 2 a few weeks ago even though it seemed pretty busy. Glad I made time for it. The waitress was very nice. We had some dietary restrictions but they were super accommodating! Never a wrong choice to come here! read more

Louie - Charred Eggplant Dip, Pickled Vegetables, Chili Oil, Hearth Bread, Cauliflower Fritto, Mint Aioli - Italian Near Me - Clayton, Missouri

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Louie never disappoints! We like to get reservations at the bar because the servers are always so knowledgeable and it's fun to watch them make the drinks all night. I had the seasonal sweet corn ravioli which was phenomenal! We always get the brussel sprouts to start, and he had the ragu. All were delicious! You know you're getting g a special meal and cocktails when you book a reservation at Louie! read more

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I was disappointed, the atmosphere was nice but very loud. I made reservations 1 month in advance. They sat us at a crowded uncomfortable table, seems to me that reservations made far in advance would get the better tables. The food was honestly not as I expected, few selections, not many meat dishes. The mussels were very good. My biggest complaint is my spouse and I went to the restroom after paying the bill and came back to find all of our things had been moved to the hostess stand and the table cleared. Doubt if I return. read more

We had girls night dinner at Louie. We were lucky to have snagged a late dinner on a Saturday night because typically the reservations are booked up over a month in advance. It does get a bit loud inside, but we loved the dimly lit, ambient lighting. The food was also delicious. We got the cauliflower fritto, which was so crispy and paired well with the aioli they serve it with. I also liked the Chitarra pasta, which was a classic tomato and basil pasta. read more

Louie - Cauliflower Fritto with Dill Aioli (right) and Grilled Spanish Octopus with crispy chickpeas (left) - Italian Near Me - Clayton, Missouri

Good pizza delivered fast...................................,.......all about it............................................................would not hesitate .... read more

I visited Louie for probably the 4th or 5th time last night. While all past meals have been excellent, I want to draw attention to the roasted chicken w/ rapini and au jus. I had this last night after looking at several other reviews on here. It was absolutely outstanding. So much so that I had to ask the server how it was prepared in order to achieve that level of appeal on a plate. The crunch on the skin was fantastic, while the chicken maintained so much moisture. The server explained their process, which I won't go into detail on here in case it is somewhat of a secret. But after hearing what they do, it explains why it would be very difficult to replicate at home. The au jus was fantastic as well for dipping. I don't have a picture, but there are several examples in other reviews. It was truly one of the best entrees I've ever had. Louie and Wright's Tavern (Matt McGuire's other restaurant in Clayton) are my 2 favorites in Saint Louis. The level of quality in the food, service, and ambiance at each of his restaurants is simply off the charts. read more

Incredible pizza, and the roasted chicken was perhaps the best I have ever had. Impeccable Service! read more

This is me and the wife's favorite date night restaurant. Every-time we come we always have a great experience. Our main dish we get is the roasted chicken and it never disappoints! The service is always great! This time I brought a couple friends and we ordered a lot of dishes to try and I say the only thing we didn't like the was ravioli dish. For $32 I thought it would have been more to it flavor wish with a protein. Everything else was fire!!! read more

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If you're a fan of rich, salty, buttery, bready goodness, this place is for you. Louie doesn't hold back; every dish is full of flavor and indulgence. When you go (and you absolutely should), get ready for a truly decadent experience. The only downside for me was the atmosphere, it was a bit louder than I prefer. If you're looking for food that's just as delicious but in a more relaxed setting, I'd recommend checking out their sister spot, Wright's Tavern. read more

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Louie! I've been twice now. I don't know how I could forget about such a European dining experience that I walk by all the time (except it's a small place--think classy hole in the wall of a place with an unusually small sign). I wanted to take my visiting relatives to dinner (well, they paid, but I picked) and I always think of Sasha's, so that's where I headed. But another member of my party accidentally got a table outside at Louie when next door Sasha's probably had a long wait. The food at Louie's is on another level. The pizza oven was imported from Italy. The pizza we split was so good. Pomodoro pizza--tomato, basil, and burrata (Burrata, the child of cream and mozzarella, is far superior to its parent. Neapolitan pizza. That's an acquired taste. I admit that I've grown in my taste and I like (good) Neapolitan pizza now. I'm sorry I'm writing this review now because I'm making myself hungry. We ordered an eggplant and pickled veggie dip. Oh, and we were brought focaccia bread and olive oil. That was the best focaccia I've ever had. Ahh, I have to stop. The server was very friendly. She gave us space to catch up, but she was still around to make sure our needs were met. One of the people in our party lives in Europe. She dislikes going out to eat because she is a good cook. This meal, she said, was not only European, but how she prefers eating out. I thank the fates for this memorable meal! read more

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I've heard nothing but great things about Louie so I decided to try for a reservation a week before my husbands birthday, unfortunately I should have known better because the first available was for 8:45pm and that's a bit late for us. I joined the waitlist though and was able to snag a table for 5:30 eventually. I will say the app didn't always notify me of a table, even though my notifications were on, so I'd recommend checking it a couple times a day if you want a table during prime dinner time. Our reservation was for the bar so it was a little tighter than if you were at a table but it wasn't too crowded. We ordered the half prosciutto appetizer and were able to add peaches (a current special), it came with parm and pita (or similar homemade bread) as well as a sparkling wine (fun surprise!). Prior to receiving the appetizer we were served focaccia which was good but the olive oil was disappointing as it was a bit bitter which isn't typical for dipping oils but more for cooking oils. So maybe they got swapped? But the prosciutto app was INCREDIBLE, the peaches were so juicy and full of flavor. By the time we were finished with the focaccia and prosciutto we were already full (definitely think the half order was plenty). For our mains, I ordered the chicken which had a great flavor and was so tender and juicy. However, the greens were bitter - they start with a broccoli flavor but end with a horseradish flavor which is not for me. My husband ordered Chitarra pasta and we both really enjoyed it. I don't think we finished even half of our food because we were so full. Since it was my husband's birthday they surprised us with some sort of fudgey chocolate dessert which was a nice touch and much appreciated. read more

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Another nice date and meal at Louie. This time we got a reservation at the bar. Mushrooms and polenta were very good, very filling. My boyfriend loved his steak, it was cooked perfectly. We started with the salad and cauliflower. I enjoyed the salad more than then cauliflower. I wish the cauliflower wasn't battered but it was still very good. We never order dessert but it was our anniversary dinner so we got the ice cream sandwich. I liked it, the ice cream was good but the sandwich "bread" was too hard. Overall I enjoyed the food more on our previous visit when we got pasta. We'll definitely be back! read more

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Absolutely outstanding in every way possible. The food is always incredible. Me and my partner shared the Carrot Ravioli to start which I was a little skeptical about, but turns out it was one of if not the best thing I've ever eaten. Simply incredible. Our main orders were muscles and the grilled tenderloin which were both delicious. Huge thank you to Ben our server for the top level service throughout the night read more

Louie - Mussels - Italian Near Me - Clayton, Missouri

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Another perfect visit. We did the exact order again and the consistency was amazing. Louie's execution is perfect! The blending of simple and complex makes for a tasty experience that is ideal every time. read more

A snowy delicious dinner! Avery (sp?) served us with their renowned hospitality. All of her recommendations were outstanding! As a vegan, I had a special cavatelli (sp?) and it was delicious and filling! I also started with smoked eggplant! It was packed house & so fun! read more

Fun evening sitting at the bar. The service was excellent and the food selection offered a wide array of choices.