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    Louie's

    4.1 (151 reviews)
    ModerateItalian, Pizza
    Closed Closed
    Updated 1 month ago

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    LOUIE'S ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Lisa N.

    Been going to Louies for pasta for 4 decades. And it's always just amazing as I remember. The service is always great. The cocktails were fresh and unique. And the food. It delicious and just tastes like home. Not much has changed inside in all those years, but I wouldnt want it any other way. It's cozy and comforting Only note, which I understand but think is important for people who, like me, are obsessed with the bread sticks...they are no longer unlimited. But will cost $8 for any additional baskets after the first

    The overall broth and soup was good but the dumpling was something to be desired.
    Kyle C.

    Dumplings in soup not cooked through. Raw dough in the middle. Everything else has been good.

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    Monic L.

    Louie's is a staple in Waukegan, I've driven past this place so many times and finally gave it a try. I called in for a pick-up order. I got a small cheese pizza and their bag of bread. One side is a restaurant, and the other is where you pick up your orders. I was held right away, and my food was ready with the time they gave me. Let me tell you, the bag of bread is addictive. I started eating them on the way home and barely had self-control to save room for pizza. I liked their cheese pizza. Their dough is delicious, and the cheese was plenty. If a place can make a tasty cheese pizza, I trust them. One day, I'll have to come back and try some more items on the menu and maybe even dine in.

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    Alice K.

    We were in the area and had Louie's on our Yelp list of places to try. We were seated right away and they brought us a basket of bread. It was hot and fluffy on the inside. We ordered the broasted chicken dinner and sausage pizza. Both were delicious. Stacy was outstanding. Will definitely be going back.

    Salad
    Christina L.

    I went to Louie's with some friends. I ordered a salad and cheese pizza for the table. I wasn't the biggest fan of the salad, it came with lettuce, red onion, beets, and ranch dressing. The cheese pizza was the one that stole the show. The inside pieces of the cheese pizza was so tasty, the crust was a little more crispy than I normally like. The service was awesome, our server did an amazing job waitressing everyone in the restaurant, and was still able to tend to our needs. Inside the restaurant there is plenty of room for seating, party room in the back, and slots on the right of the restaurant. Over all I had a great time.

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    Great food. Love the local vibe. Place was very busy, but we had good food and service.

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    Great neighborhood bar/restaurant. Food is great and so is the service. The bread sticks are addicting! Highly recommended!

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    Had a fish sandwich. Nothing special. My old fashioned's were great. Rest of the group enjoyed their food

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