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Louie's Bar

4.1 (553 reviews)
ModerateAmerican, Dive Bars
Closed • 11:00 am - 2:00 AM (Next day)
Updated 2 months ago

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LOUIE'S BAR ATMOSPHERE

What's the vibe?
Loud
Happy hour specials
Outdoor seating
Good for groups

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Tanisha S.

Dropped in for a quick date night meal on Friday. While the surrounding are (FiDi) is not particularly lovely on a Fri/weekend evening, Louie's bar was a fun and tasty place to grab a bite and drink. While it has a "divey" environment, the inside is nice, clean, and has more elevated food options. We started with the spicy guava marg and London fog; even though I'm not a fan of gin, the London fog's perfect creaminess made me enjoy the drink. The spicy marg definitely has a kick.. I got 2! For food, both the burger and Caesar salad with chicken were delicious. The real star though was the house-made citrus habanero sauce; perfect tart- and spiciness to douse all over my food. We also got the chefs special kungpao brussels; while the flavor was good, I wish the brussel sprouts were crunchier. Bartenders were attentive and I love the large tv playing sports. Next time we're back, I want to try one of their Saturday dinners which look/sound amazing!

The Burger
Nataly N.

It's always good to find a go-to spot for burgers and drinks, and I think I might have just found my spot! The Burger was delicious! Great patty (I got it medium-rare) topped with bourbon BBQ jam, arugula, and potato sticks. I added cheese (white cheddar) and a side of fries to mine. The fries were very crispy and tasty. One thing to note is that the bourbon BBQ jam tasted like it had some kind of tomato base, which is not what I expected when I ordered. With the cheese slice on top, it made me feel more like I was eating "chicken parm" (but burger) than BBQ. I probably would have liked something more like caramelized onions or mushrooms, but the bacon chunks in it were good. Prices are fair and service was good. I'm pretty sure they will see me again.

Sour Cream and Onion Popcorn ($9)
Tiffany Y.

Very chill dive bar that we came to after going to the MOMA. It was lively enough with a good amount of people, but it was still mellow enough that you could walk in and get a table on a Friday night. The cocktail I tried was good, but nothing too special -- I'd probably just get the beers next time. The place had good snacking pub food like the sour cream and onion popcorn, garlic cheese fries, and potato skins. I don't come to this area that much, but I would stop by here again in the future!

Chicken Sandwich, Potato Skins
Reeven S.

Walking around the city and happened to stumble upon this hidden gem of a restaurant & bar place. I enjoyed the ambiance and the customer service even made it a more enjoyable experience. Mojito was very strong, but I'm glad I didn't need to order a second drink. Chicken sandwich and potato skins were delicious. No complaints on this place - highly recommend!

Louie's
Alex E.

Always the best times at Louie's! I've been a big fan of the Pour Guys establishments for years and Louie's was the last on the list. We rolled by a few months ago for the first time and have been coming back ever since. The atmosphere, old brick walls, delicious food & wonderful service keep us craving our next visit. The fried chicken sandwich is fantastic, the pozole has a nice kick to it & the High Life is always ice cold. Our favorite bartender is Matt! So personable / professional and he also makes an amazing Sazerac. The vibes here are an all time high and it is especially pleasant to find this hidden in a downtown alley. Can't wait for our next visit!

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belinda n.

Perfect dive bar! No parking whatsoever at all ! I honestly don't remember food menu / options . Drink specials, like 1 beer & 1 shot Lots of seating Clean Bathroom Fancy rare beers down to PBR friendly professional staff I'd love to return here next time I'm in town & I'll definitely recommend

Hanh T.

Was recommended since we were hungry after our whiskey cocktail making class . Really chill dark vibe cozy spot . The burger and fries were good! The tacos were lacking the bulgogi flavor though . The spicy margarita was good . The price was decent ! Friendly customer service and spot all around !

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Ask the Community - Louie's Bar

IIs there a happy hour at this location?s there a happy hour here?

Yes, there is a Happy Hour but not sure if the times are the same 5-7PM or if it's sooner.

Are there any vegan options on the menu?

Very limited.

Are kids allowed?

This is a bar. Why would you even try to take your kid here? If you want the food to feed your family , take it to go!

Am I a total idiot? We got here and 55 Stevenson St. was a Glaucoma center?

Hi Meghan, Yes, the Glaucoma Center is there, in the upper floors. Louie's is on the street level,… Read more

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