Solid golf course restaurant patio vibes, and decent food. A great place to enjoy a meal with friends and take in a sunset.

First time customer today,had the french dip it was horrible, so much fat on it I spit half it out on my plate, they charge you $2 for a piece of cheeze, the bartender was not very friendly, maybe because we weren't golfers read more

I don't even golf and I love this spot! The views are beautiful, the food is always amazing and top-notch service. I have ordered salads, sandwiches and today I had the fish tacos (not fried is an option). My friend had a pizza and side salad. You might need to clarify if you want thin crust. Delicious, thank you Lou's! read more

Lou's Bar & Grill - Grilled Mahi Mahi Tacos - American Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Always very good lunch food (with a view), this time tried breakfast. Hubby had an omelette with sausage, and I had the Chilaquiles with eggs over-easy. Some of the tastiest Chilaquiles I've had in AZ, beans and corn were a nice addition. Coffee was hot and tasty served in large le Crueset cups (nice). Great friendly service too! Will be back. A hidden gem. read more

Lou's Bar & Grill - Chilaquiles with over-easy eggs and gooey cheese - American Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Ok these good review have to be fake. I stopped coming here maybe a year ago because the service kept getting worse and worse. After a year I thought maybe they had fixed things but we just walked in for brunch and the place was 2/3 empty and hostess said her manager told them they were on a wait and it would be about an hour. Hire experienced people and pay them what they're worth. read more

We stopped in here this week for a happy hour with friends before heading to the Zoo for Roars and Pours. Our friend had reserved a firepit spot for us and just 'wow'- so comfy around the fire enjoying friends, wine and snacks. There was live music as well (he was VERY good!), service was excellent and the sunset was incredible. There is a huge grassy area where kids were playing, and a friend brought her pup so patio is dog friendly. I will say the happy hour pricing wasn't great- $1 off wine- but being on a golf course and with this view of the Papago mountain, they don't really need to provide a deal lol. Excellent spot for a group gathering! read more

Lou's Bar & Grill - Happy hour with friends - American Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Came here on a Monday afternoon for lunch with a bunch of mom friends and our kiddos. We had spent the morning at the zoo so this was a convenient, close place to grab food. A couple of the friends I was with come here quite a bit because they can sit outside with the kids, who can run around the nice big grassy area. Anywhere with a space the kids can be loose and free is a HUGE BONUS! I called ahead and made a reservation since there was 11 of us total. They set us up at one of their fire pit areas, that were all fully in the sun. They had umbrellas around but we had to move them, and set them up ourselves. I guess they didn't mind that we moved the umbrellas but they also didn't help us. Service was slow and food was not very good. It's rare I feel this way - I'm not a picky eater, I'm usually very pleased with most things. I got the fish and chips and the fish was tough. My friends said their fish tacos were really dry. I tried my daughter's chicken fingers and they were also tough! It's like they were using bad pieces of meat. The french fries were great. Overall, I don't think it was worth the money. read more

Lou's Bar & Grill - Fish and Chips - American Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

I picked this place randomly to meet up with a friend.. I didn't realize this was the golf course restaurant though .. you will see Papago mountains in the background which is nice.. they have a nice patio are that's fenced in.. which is very nice if you have little ones.. They can run around.. they also have corn hole in which you can play.. the service was overall good can't complain about that.. the food was avg though.. nothing really stood out BUT this is a very casual spot.. which is nice and the views Defin makes it worth it to come back.. read more

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A first visit after a baseball game at Papago sports complex. We tried the French dip and the chicken enchiladas. Both were exceptional. The chicken enchiladas had a very nice cream sauce and the chicken was well prepared and very flavorful. Unfortunately, our check got mixed up and there was a little bit of delay, getting our meals. However, they were very accommodating, apologetic and comped part of our meal as a result of their error. This is an awesome space for kids and adults and has a great view. Looking forward to trying their breakfast next. read more

Lou's Bar & Grill - American Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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Went here for brunch/lunch on Sunday. Pretty much just go here for the ambiance, and the nice big dog-friendly patio. I really enjoy that they have a nice grass area for you to let your dog stretch their legs, and have low top tables and couches that let you be nearby your dog. Our service was OK. Right after our server brought our waters over, he spilled one all over the table and didn't even say sorry or attempt to wipe it down, just left it there to run across the table! I thought that was pretty funny but no worries since we were outside. My chicken and waffles were a little measly on the tenders and burnt waffles, which I don't understand why they had charred them! Not a huge deal. Oh and they only have Pepsi products. That was truly the only bummer. read more

Lou's Bar & Grill - Breakfast/brunch menu - American Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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Brunch is a must here the views are amazing sit outside. I have been here many times and always have a great time, food and service.

Highly recommended. I've been twice now once for happy hour and the other for dinner. They have live music and lots of fans to keep you cool on hot days. The margaritas are really tasty and the food is really good! read more

The views and environment are very cool. I'd be remiss if I didn't pass along how bad the steak and frites was. I am pretty sure it is not even skirt steak. Maybe it was just me but - yeeesh. We had two other meals that I won't mention. They weren't great and weren't bad. Service is good though, no complaints there. Well be back to try different food. We'll be avoiding the steak frites like the plague read more

The atmosphere was great. However the service was terrible. It took 25minutes to get a server, another 10min to get water and 1 drink delivered. We ordered 1 salad and after 1 hour it never came out, not sure if it was the kitchen or the server forgot to put it in We asked to cancel the salad. Now my bank statement is showing a charge for 2 salads read more

Just discovered this hidden gem. Took my Niece and Nephew out to dinner. It was a Monday so it was pretty quiet. Our service was extremely quick and our food was delicious. I had the Berry Salad. It was generous, fresh and delicious. My nephew had a burger and fries. Both were high quality. The fries were crisp and tasty. He also ordered a Mule from the bar and stated it was really great. My niece had a chicken sandwich that looked so fantastic, I plan to order it next time. Juicy chicken, yummy fig sauce, crisp apple slices. She also really enjoyed the sweet potato fries. The view was spectacular and the servers were all friendly and efficient. Prices were reasonable. This might just be my new go-to place! read more

Nice outdoor dining with views of the Papago buttes and golf course. The big chicken sandwich and side salad was delicious. Cocktails were great too, very nice margaritas and a unique mojito with coconut milk. read more

Always depends on who's serving / bartender and 3/5 because we USUALLY have a good time and food service. There were roughly 20 of us at Lou's. One of the kids ran inside and grabbed a bag of chips to which we saw that the bartenders saw her do it. She ran and gave the bag of chips to her mom who then turned to the male bartender wearing an orange shirt and said "hey my daughter grabbed this bag of chips" he responded "okay" and then she said she wanted to make sure she could pay for it and he said "sure" before turning his back and walking away. I made a comment saying that was rude of him because she said she wanted to pay so why not get her the bill so the female bartender (teal shirt long black hair) responded saying " we don't normally serve children at the bar" like no shit, but you also didn't stop her from grabbing the bag of chips. Then she told us it was $2.50. They paid. When sharing with other parents what had happened one said maybe we took it the wrong way but one of the dads interjected and said he saw it and that the guy bartender was indeed rude. read more

Family Birthday dinner and everyone enjoyed the atmosphere and service. It was great food and we enjoyed going outside afterwards to get some photos with the views of the Papago peaks. read more

Very cute spot! Some friends and I decided to meet at Lou's because it was a nice halfway point. It's located in Papago Park, so you get to enjoy the lovely views of the mountains. We came at sunset, so it was extra beautiful! As a new mom, I appreciated how kid-friendly it was. It can be nerve-racking to go out in public with babies, but I felt very comfortable here! Our kind server added to that. I ordered a spicy margarita and we shared some items from the happy hour menu. We went with the chips and salsa and the prime rib tacos. The food was average, nothing really stood out as something I would want to come back to eat again. The ambiance and views are definitely what set Lou's apart, and what makes it worth returning! read more

I absolutely love this restaurant, I've been here a couple times now and the food is so good! You also can't beat the beautiful view on the patio. read more

If you're looking for a family friendly venue that offers indoor and outdoor space, a fun vibe, great views, etc... you can't go wrong with Lou's. I've been with my family a handful of times and I have never been disappointed. I will say that my first couple of visits, I was a bit underwhelmed with the food, but I think it's gotten better and I have been impressed with it as of late. On a recent visit, I had a Bloody Mary and a Cobb Salad with Shrimp, and some sweet potato fries. My family also enjoyed wings and pizza. It looks like Lou's does a great job with catering to large groups as it always appears to have private functions going on... I need to keep this in mind for future! I will definitely be back, especially now that my kids seem to be taking up golf! read more

Lou's Bar & Grill - Crawford Cobb salad - Daryl's way with shrimp - American Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Beautiful clubhouse matched with one-of-a-kind views. Lou's delivers when it comes to the atmosphere and vibes. Enjoyed the ceviche and some of their specialty cocktails. Can't wait to come back! read more

Lou's Bar & Grill - Patio Vibes! Just waiting for a refreshing cocktail - American Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Food was good. Service was good. Will never ever go again!!!! It is a frikin playground for children. Why in the world would a nice golf course restaurant cater to screaming ill-behaved children. What'a next, a sand box and swings? I would give less than one star if I could. read more

I'm not sure if Lou's is under new management, but the food has improved so much since the last time we visited. Naturally, we love Lou's because of the views. We are also big fans of their frozen margaritas. However, the food was cooked perfectly the last time we went. The happy hour margarita pizza was amazing with those mozzarella balls. The wings were crispy, yet had the perfect sauce ratio. The sauce they use for the calamari was GREAT! The cherry on top was the brownie & ice cream dessert. We usually come to Lou's for ambiance, but the food definitely matched the vibe! read more

Lou's Bar & Grill - American Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

I came here purely to eat outside somewhere with a view. I felt a like out of place without a polo, and seemed to be getting some weird looks. Maybe this is only made for golfers. The view wasn't what I thought it was going to be, but it was still a nice outdoor area. The ceviche was pretty good. The pork belly tacos were too fatty & flavorless for me. I couldn't even eat one. I think it would be a lot better if had more of the slaw and cabbage, something to add flavor. read more

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I've been coming here for awhile as it's walking distance from my house. The food has always been good and this time I tried the cookie skillet and it was so tasty!! Ambiance is great, it's next to the golf course, open air concept and fire pits! It doesn't get better than that. The service was also great, Matt at the bar was attentive and helpful and the manager on duty was very sweet and turned on the Lakers game for me which is always appreciated! I love it here and recommend 10/10 read more

Lou's Bar & Grill - Cookie Skillet and margaritas... that's a combo - American Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

I really liked the location. The mountains in the background -very Phoenix with beautiful landscape and of course surrounded by the golf course. I can't say the food was that delicious , I had the steak tacos and tried the guacamole. Food for me was maybe 6/10. Others in my family got the chicken sandwich, calamari, salads and cocktails. I was happy with all the grass area near the table that gave the kids something to do (trucks, corn hole and free space to run). We had bathrooms near us but more inside near the entrance (baby changing table available). Our waitress was friendly and quick to return with food. When everyone was leaving the security guard was kind and offered a ride to the car (my toddler really loved this). read more

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Came to check out restaurant week here after seeing their menu and so glad we did! Had no idea this place existed until arrival. The views of the mountains and golf course were gorgeous! Minus the construction, I imagine there's a pretty great view of the sunset too. Also inspired me to want to play a round of golf or corn hole. While there, the garage doors were open, but it was still a somewhat warm evening. Again, imagine it's pretty fantastic if we ever make it out of the 100's... First option was a margarita or a beer = easy choice! They weren't joking with the margarita--small but mighty! Appetizer chosen was figs and burrata, which was really good. However, this is also the one course that I'd recommend any changes. Using fresh figs versus the dried ones would've been an amazing improvement! Enchiladas were delish--fully packed with meat, enjoyed the blue corn tortillas, and enough sauce and cheese to keep things moist! For dessert, went with the apple bread pudding. Again, very yummy. Left absolutely full and satisfied. Even attempted to suggest we return for another visit this week, to try out some other things on the menu! The pesto pasta and salmon got rave reviews and zero complaints from those who ordered them. Our server was super sweet, very attentive, and we didn't have to wait for anything! Will definitely be returning! read more

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Had a great server Dani I think. Beautiful girl and staff plus the way the place spills to the outside it's great. Jamb packed on a beautiful weather day Sunday. Had the pepperoni with bell pepper pizza and it was fantastic. The Naples Italy type wood fired crust and everything else. Can't wait to go back. Beautiful people, beautiful grill plus pro shop. read more

Giving a 1 star for the absolutely horrible service by the bartender. Had an open tab at the bar, stood for 20 minutes waiting to order another as the bartender looked at me and cleaned glasses and then took other orders. I posted a picture of the bartender so no one is confused as to who she is. read more

Lou's Bar & Grill - Horrible bartender - American Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

While visiting the Desert Botanical Garden we decided to stop for a quick lunch beforehand. Through yelp I came upon Lou's and figured it would be a great spot to try. I first noticed the ambiance, decorated nicely with ample seating space, both indoor and outdoor. We chose to sit outdoors, with a beautiful view of the mountains and golf range. They have a large grass space for children to play while waiting which is a huge plus. Our server was friendly and very welcoming and even greeted us with a toothy smile. We ordered the calamari, fish and chips, Turkey bacon club, a kids cheeseburger and a Cobb salad. The club sandwich and Cobb salad were absolutely delicious. The greens and tomatoes were very crisp and fresh. The calamari and fish were definitely a bit overbooked as they were both dry. The calamari was very chewy, almost rubbery. A bit of a let down, especially when priced at $15. The fish and chips was $18 and came with about half the amount of fries as the small fry I also ordered. The portion size was very underwhelming for the price. Overall I would be willing to try this place out again, especially since they have a dog friendly patio and a place for my little one to get her wiggles out while waiting. I will add that parking is slim, many cars were parked along the sides of the parking lot. We were lucky enough to snag a space. read more

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This food is really good! The view and ambiance are both incredible. I thought because of this the food would be the one thing that didn't line up, but it does! The staff was also very friendly. read more

Having eaten at Lou's , and also sat at the bar, i've even ordered at the outside walk up window, i felt i should give a shout out to the great servers and staff, they have always been professional, always happy and pleasant with a smile. Especially to Nina, Mindy and Kate You all were great! read more

Lou's Bar & Grill - Mindy serving the thirsty and hungry golfers - American Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

I have come here a couple times now and it gets better every time. They have a great happy menu, where you can try a bunch of different dishes. Our most recent visit was on a Sunday and we had the best server! Chase took care of our group out on the patio. We had family in town and he made their experience really great. Chase was so attentive and helpful! We ordered the nachos to start and everyone loved them! We added chicken tinga to them and really enjoyed the added sweetness these nachos have in comparison to others. We had the Turkey club, friend chicken sandwich, pancakes, kale salad and south western salads. Everyone was very happy with their meals! Great service, great food and the view is even better! Patio is right on the golf course with a view of Papago park! read more

Location and outdoor space is amazing - the only positive things about Lou's. Bartender Lindsey is very unethical. She automatically added a gratuity to my bill (see image attached), even though I ordered at the bar, and was NOT with a party of 6. Lindsey is extremely unfriendly. Asked her two questions related to what beer was on tap (I couldn't see the beer handles), each time she was vividly annoyed with my questions. She kept saying one of the beer tap handle was Kilt Lifter, even though I knew it wasn't since the handle was orange color. AWFUL AWFUL service! read more

Lou's Bar & Grill - Lindsey automatically added a gratuity, even though I was NOT with a party of 6 - UNETHICAL - American Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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My first time at Lou's. The views are really nice especially at sunset. The patio and golf course views have a similar feel to Isabella's Kitchen if you've been there. I cannot comment on the food as I was there for drinks. The drinks are adequate, but it's the view that you really go there for. The Papago rock formations look so amazing as the sun is setting and it nice to look out on green manicured landscaping. Do check this place out if you are looking for somewhere new to see an amazing sunset read more

Lou's Bar & Grill - American Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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We arrived and were seated right away, we ordered drinks which took 30 minutes to arrive. Appetizers were ordered when the drinks arrived. When the appetizers arrived, no one came back to our table to take our food order. We ended up requesting our ticket and left to go elsewhere to eat dinner. read more

Lou's Bar & Grill - View from our table - American Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

We go here every time we're in Phoenix/Scottsdale. Views in the evening are incredible. Good food options, we love their pizza. Might want to make a reservation, sometimes it's very busy. Kid friendly, outdoor area to run around. Big parking lot.. Prices are reasonable. Highly recommend for a casual dinner read more

One word: Samantha. From the moment we arrived to the moment we stumbled out, Samantha made the experience exceptional. As a group of 18 people, we were trepidatious on the level of service we would receive. All of our worries blew away with the wind when we had Samantha as the server. We were #blessed and now our bride from the bachelorette can have a happy marriage: all because of Samantha. read more

Lou's Bar & Grill - American Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

If it weren't for my last experience here, I'd give a solid 4 stars (4 1/2, if I could). In all honesty, the best thing about Lou's is the scenery and the vibe. If you have kids, there's a huge (enclosed) grass area to let them run and play (which doesn't mean you get time off to drink instead of parent...). The elevated location below the Papago Buttes at Papago Golf Course provides beautiful views down to the airport and downtown Phoenix. Hands-down has to be one of the best sunset spots in the Valley. The views and outdoor areas make Lou's special. In all our prior visits, the food - from breakfast through lunch - have been good - at times, even real good. The bar is unfortunately too small to accommodate the pre- and post-round golfers AND diners, so if you're looking to sit and hang at the bar, good luck. If you can secure an Adirondack chair out on the grass, though, you struck gold (just don't count on regular wait service and be prepared to go back-and-forth to the bar). And just a warning - Papago Golf Club is a gem and ALWAYS booked...parking is limited, so arrive well in advance of your reservation and hope you don't have to make too many laps to find a space. Now, you can see I'm a fan, and I really don't want to throw the baby out with the bathwater here, but we had a party of six 2 weeks ago - noon on Sunday. Sat immediately, which was a bit surprising as I called to make a reservation on Wednesday and was told they weren't taking any more. The reason became pretty obvious once we were seated - pretty serious staffing issues - and I never looked into the kitchen to see how under-staffed they were there. 20 minutes before we saw a waitress - 20 more before 5 beers were delivered to the table. 30 minutes after we were seated, we ordered food - 50 (FIFTY) minutes later (FIFTY), our food arrived. All cold - basically inedible. Thank God at least the fries were good (and hot). As stated, this was clearly a staffing problem. What chapped me most, though, was ZERO acknowledgment or apologies for the wait in being serviced, the wait for food or drinks...no one (including the waitress) saying, "I'm sorry...we're slammed and under-staffed," or anything to help appease our growing frustration. I know the industry has labor issues...getting people in your establishment is one challenge, and staffing with good, reliable wait and cook staff is always another. I get it. But you need to figure it out. This place has the chance to be an iconic destination spot - and the traffic you've seen since the remodel proves that out. But if this is the experience we should expect as the norm, I'll pass on the "ok" food and amazing views and vibe. Tons of promise if you can fix your issues...we'll be back with our fingers crossed that you can figure it out. read more