Ok, I usually don't have a problem being cut off from a bar, but I do with this one... Especially after 1 round of drinks. My friend and I went out for a celebratory drink and to meet another friend while hanging out at the beach. Our bartender was a seemingly sweet lady with a bright smile and a lot of energy. She is very identifiable by her spiked blonde hair. We ordered a beer and a shot each, quickly taking our shot before heading out on the balcony to hang out. When my friend went inside to use the restroom, the bartender quickly told her that I was cut off and could not have anymore. Fine. No problem. Never mind the fact we were on our first drink. We complied, paid, and TIPPED. Now I have no problem being cut off, as I understand the liability and even safety concerns. It's how we were treated after that is where I have a HUGE problem. We were extremely nice and generous to this young lady and did not receive the same in return. After leaving the bar(without even finishing our drinks), we headed down to the beach so our friend could let her dog play in the ocean. When we returned to our car, we were quickly met by the same bartender and her "security". She then told us we couldn't leave because we had been drinking(1 drink). At this point I feel borderline harassed. Complete overkill. We waited for a minute for the bartender to return to her JOB before driving off. As we drove off, we could see the "security" staring at us waiting to see if we would leave. Apparently he had nothing else to do. Obviously we left and nothing happened to us, because we were adults and didn't do anything wrong. I really hope the owner reads this and retrains the employees on how to handle situations like this better. Good people like us go to bars to have a good time, not to become defensive. Oh, and if you stop someone from driving off... At least offer a cab. Don't just have a guy stare me down. Needless to say I will not return, as they're plenty of other great bars that are much more welcoming. Sadly, this place seems to prefer the private/exclusive biker hangout (which I'll never understand) as opposed to expanding and becoming a premier oceanfront bar attraction it has the potential of doing. read more

We liked it! Had to get a NY swagger going to get waited on but other than that it's a great dive bar with good food. We'd try them again when driving in the area. read more

Rough looking place, but the view is amazing. The seafood is fresh. Fresh shrimps( 1 lbs) is ten bucks!!!! during happy hours. It's amazing. Nice guacamole is $7($5). If you don't mind interior and smoke( people are smoking outside), it's very good place to stop by read more

Lou's Blues - Jazz & Blues Near Me - Indialantic, Florida

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Super chill spot with good food and drinks. The service was great and so was the band. Definitely one of a kind

Looking for something to do a Sunday afternoon? Great view of the ocean / fun bar staff / friendly patrons / drink prices VERY reasonable / cool atmosphere read more

Foods middle of the road, the music is almost always excellent!! A must stop if your passing through or visiting from out of town

Went there for lunch with my wife and daughter, great food great service, and a nice view of the ocean from the 2 floor terrace. Decided to return for the evening festivities of karaoke and then a live band. Older crowd with lots of good singers, but I was skipped over several times to sing and not because I suck! So when I approached the guy taking names he claimed that all the people who had sung had submitted their names before me, funny thing was that when we arrived a little before 6 there were only a hand full of people in the bar, but as soon as the really good singers walk through the doors they were singing next. So I took my name and my requests and headed to the second floor to watch the activities from above...and yes a little pissed because I like to sing and my wife likes to dance to my songs - mambo#5, devil went down to Georgia, etc etc. So watch out for Chuck when dropping off your name to sing some tunes. On the second floor we had some drama with the bouncer who took my wife's chair while she went to the bathroom and I was standing next to it talking to a guy about the place. When I approached the bouncer he told me no chairs were allowed there after 9:30pm...and I replied dude it's only 8 and that's when the drama started...to make a long story short the end result was him buying us 2 shots of patron because we were celebrating our 20th anniversary, and we just agreed to disagree about him taking my wife's chair without ever so advising. We also met a great couple married for 30 years and the wife was kind enough to go downstairs and ask the KDJ to let me sing a song after I had told my story, and we got to sing and dance 1 song for the folks in the end! To management I think you need to work on servicing your new customers so they come back, or do great reviews on yelp, or tell others that it's a great place to visit. read more

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Yay! I'm a fan. The food is great, seeing that this is just a bar. I wasn't expecting anything spectacular. But I love the atmosphere here. More for regulars. But glad I stopped by on vaca. I did come back on a weekend, and it was jam-packed. Would definately come back next time! read more

Visited on a Saturday afternoon after reading reviews on Yelp. I felt the place totally lived up to the "good press." And I haven't even been here for the evening festivities for some adult time, which other patrons told me were really cool. Server was attentive, patient and super helpful. Food was excellent and reasonably priced, and the decor and atmosphere are what I look for in a good bar. I knew it was going to be cool as soon as we walked up to the door. Right off the beach and near hotels, this is an absolute must if you are in the area. read more

Do not go here if you are a business traveller with a backpack trying to get some work done!!!!! Worst experience as a patron. I work often after work at this place. Tonight I was confronted accosted even, by the rudest bouncer. Again like I said for the last 2 weeks I've been working in the area I have brought my laptop in my backpack and worked Tonight before I actually got to sit down at the bar a large individual crossed his arms across the bar to where I could not put anything down and said we don't allow backpacks in here when I tried to reason with the individual he said I've been here longer than you I know the rules now I might have agreed with him had I not brought my laptop in for the last eight times I have been there There were many better ways this individual could have handled the situation he chose to be confrontational and aggressive he needs to be fired or retrained or kept on a shorter leash read more

Had a very nice lunch with excellent view of the ocean. I can highly recommend the grouper rap. And yes that is how it is spelled. The atmosphere is laid back and the staff is friendly. try the sliders you might like them. read more

Lou's Blues - Jazz & Blues Near Me - Indialantic, Florida

Fun to dance here. Parking is tight. Bar staff nice. Bands play on stage up top so you will have a sore neck the next morning if your on dance floor trying to watch them. read more

My favorite aspect of this place is the how big it is. Who says size doesn't matter? I mean, outside on the upper deck is perfect seating for a casual meal and drinks, while looking out across the water. The water is in the distance a bit, but you CAN see it. The service at this outdoor bar is friendly and attentive, and menus are made out of old skool vinyls! Inside boasts more bar opportunities, and spots to sit and watch karaoke or the live band, either upstairs or downstairs. The place is sizable, yet intimate if there's a live performance. We will easily enjoy this place for more beer and grub the next time we're in Melbourne Beach. read more

I was out in Melbourne, FL for work. I always try to take in some local nightlife and Lou's was suggested to me. The layout is very cool - upstairs and downstairs bars and a large patio bar. The live band played from a stage that floated in between the two levels. It was as if it was designed to keep rabid fans from rushing the stage and gave me a Blues Brothers flashback "chicken wire?" I also enjoyed the crowd. It felt like your laid back, beach biker bar. I wouldn't be surprised if a Hooper-style brawl started at any minute, but am pretty sure it won't. read more

Amazing laid back place on the beach. Tasty food, cold beer, nice music, great view...what more can you ask for? Oh wait, there's a dog beach across the way and this place is doggo friendly. Definitely my favorite place in The Melbourne area. read more

Food was good, beer was cold, band was throwback excellent, atmosphere was superb and the service was unexpectedly outstanding!! Definitely an above average experience and I will be back! read more

It's a different experience and I mean this In a good way. Maybe it's a biker bar? Dunno but the view of the beach and the breeze on the balcony distracted me from the feeling that I might be slumming it. Service is good and friendly, the food arrived quickly and hot. 4 different entrees, all satisfied. The shrimp in the fresh wrap were surprisingly large and perfectly cooked but the coconut shrimp was the crowd pleaser. I thought portions might be small because of the prices - we over ordered with the addition of the appetizer. Great beach find! read more

Always a great time when in Indiatlantic area (Melbourne Florida) beaches and nightlife. They have always had really good food, service is great, drinks very good and reasonable, interesting decor, and ALWAYS great bands playing. On weekends Lou's is always busy so suggest an early arrival if u want a seat. Dance floor is always packed and a great night can be enjoyed. Security is not tolerant of BS so if you or any of your friends are thinking of causing an issue, they'll throw you out QUICK (have only seen others get thrown out, not us). read more

Lou's Blues - As noted, interesting decor - Jazz & Blues Near Me - Indialantic, Florida

Hubby and I took my Uncle to Lou's when he was visiting this past week. We had not been before and were waiting for a good reason to go since we live just down the street. The beach front location is great. There are not may beach-front places close by. We read the Yelp reviews and laughed at the 85 year old woman singing Frank Sinatra, but I think she was there for karaoke LOL We are in our mid 40s and our guest is in his mid=60s, so we found the crowd fun! All age groups, everyone having a blast. The staff was welcoming and fun! Our server took the time to explain the funky menu names to us. We ordered a few beers and had chips and salsa while deciding. Ended up with an order of a dozen oysters that were fresh and delicious. Also shared the conch fritters, which were just OK, but we're spoiled. The grouper fingers and sweet potato fries were great. Hubby had the blueburger with a generous amount of toasted blue cheese. The regular fries were disappointing and very "high school cafeteria". They need to work on that for sure, we didn't eat any of them. The filet of soul was really good too. We were pleasantly surprised at the freshness of the food and the prices. They had Top 40 dancing starting a bit later, 9:00 I believe, and the place was filling up even more around the time we left. We will be back for food, service and local fun! read more

Tuesday $2 burgers will not disappoint! It's actually steak trimmings and damn good! Staff is fun and on top of it. read more

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I walked over from the Hilton looking forward to music and dinner. Arrived and the downstairs was open but empty, ok Covid so upstairs open is fine. Walk up stairs and wait to be seated, 3 waitresses look me in the eye and never say have a seat, hang in a minute or even acknowledge I was there. I waited a few minutes and finally took my business down the street. read more

The husband and I had a late afternoon vacation lunch here. At first I was amused. It's like seeing a haunted house in full daylight. Some places are just meant to always be dark and dingy, you know? The food and service were both great. We were bummed we didn't stumble upon this place earlier. read more

Very nice!! Great music!! Very good food, we had hot Italian sausage sandwich and meatball sub and both were very good. Service was outstanding! Love the stage set up both floors can see and hear the band. Outside patio is nice also with a great view of ocean. read more

Lou's Blues - The Blue Drink - Jazz & Blues Near Me - Indialantic, Florida

The servers were very nice and we enjoyed the entertainment well enough. They had good local beer on tap and the place was pretty cozy. There is a disparity between how the menu sounds and what they actually do. The food is not great: fries were fried to being chewy. The burgers were okay but i think literally thrown into the basket. I wouldn't turn down going back if others wanted to go. read more

Had their Wednesday Peel & Eat Shrimp for lunch and they were amazing. The location was great, every where you look something fun catches your eye... like the bra chandelier, haha. read more

Super fun bar. Especially if you're say.... Cougar hunting? I'll leave it at that. Rad atmos, not over priced, and usually pretty good bands. Happy hunting. Gurrrrr read more

Lou's Blues - Jazz & Blues Near Me - Indialantic, Florida

Good food and amazing bar tenders. Did not take long to get our drinks and the burgers were made to perfection. read more

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We went here for the view, the cold beer, and entertainment. We did not eat as we had already eaten at a place down the road. This place was suggested by a local waitress because we were looking for seaside entertainment. The inside is quite eccentric, very different, and your eyes don't stop flowing across the ceiling. We had a great time and I would definitely go back. read more

Best smoked fish dip I've had in 35 years in Florida. Get them loaded with jalapenos, onion, tomato, and house-made chips. The bomb! We went on Mother's Day afternoon and caught the last hour of the band, which was quite good. Most everyone was upstairs, but we stayed down on the main floor because I couldn't negotiate stairs. Checking out the fun and funky décor kept us entertained along with the music. Our server/bartender, Robert, was very personable and attentive. Definitely a good place to stop for both a little or a long while. Only negative I'd note is that a male employee was using the women's bathroom, which clearly posts "No nuts" on the door, to which when reminded of said sign retorted, "You can't see them." I guess that the chandelier hung with bras isn't the only nod to the now-defunct Dick's Last Resort of San Diego infamy. read more

My Husband and I Love to come, listen to music , have dinner and enjoy the view of the ocean.

Megan and Dirty Bingo Rocks. Can't be missed on a Monday night. Great time. She gets everyone going and loves her job.

Lou's Blues gets boos from both me and my girlfriend. We came after dinner to end our night with some drinks and music. We are both 21 and don't look very old so understandably, we were carded at the door. Then, we headed upstairs to grab a drink at the bar. The bartender was quick to help us but carded us again. After grabbing a drink we took a seat and were chilling when yet another server came up to us to check our IDs, took them to scan them and even had a bouncer stand right at our table to make sure we didn't leave. At this point we were both very uncomfortable. Furthermore the music was overly loud where we were sitting and there weren't many other seating options. We chose to finish our drink quickly and leave. This was a disappointing night. Would not recommend to anyone under 50... read more

Lou's Blues upstairs needs to listen to the fans and give them Funpipe back we have asked and Lou's isn't any good without the pipe so if Funpipe isn't playing there the food isn't worth it he'll nothing is worth going to Lou's unless Funpipe is playing read more

This is totally so I can correct yelps labeling of "dog friendly". Which is really too bad since their outdoor seating has such a nice breeze and it's right by the dog beach. Go to Coaster's instead. They have 2 hearted ale on tap read more

Stopped in for a drink on the way back to the hotel on a Thursday night. Interesting spot, good bar tender and good band. Decor is, to say the least, interesting. Crowd was very mixed and social. Drove by in Saturday night, place was packed and no parking. Overall I would return for cocktails if I was looking for a relaxed fun time. read more

Fun place to hang out and listen to live music. Lots of funky decor with two levels and a patio bar. Outside was nice but they allow smoking which is gross if you don't smoke and it's blowing in your face. Had flatbread pizza app which tasted like they used tomato paste right out of the can. Blue burger had no flavor. But the Dave Fiester my bf had was great! So go for the drinks and music maybe skip dinner! We sat upstairs and watched the band which was great. Lower level has bar and tables along with dance floor. Overall we had a good time! read more

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Lots of fun to be had at this place. Lots of different areas to hang out...everything from karaoke, dancing, people watching, food and of course drinks... they even have ginger beer:) Live music by Picture Show was great!! Will definitely be back Not my photo! read more

More like a 3.5. Cool spot and cool vibe, definitely an older adults spot. Great venue to grab a drink and catch some live music. Give it a 3.5 because the food wasn't great ( blackened fish sandwich) and the beer and food prices were a little high. While the vibe was good, at 8pm there were a ton of massive bouncers congregating around. It was pretty weird, not only because it was 8pm, but it was a karaoke night and the crowd there seems pretty tame. Kind of intimidating to have these huge bouncers everywhere peering around. read more

We love Lou's. If you're looking for college-aged hook ups, it may not be for you. But if you are looking for a cool, beachy atmosphere and some good music by mostly local artists, you definitely enjoy yourself. read more

5 stars for the dirty bingo. So much fun and the food and drinks are at a great price (though the food isn't really anything special) the host and the experience make it 5/5! Bartenders are always on their game and they frequently have live music here as well read more