Louie Louie Bistro Bar

4.6

1771 Reviews

$30 and under

French American

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2 people

Nov 22, 2024

8:00 PM

Booked 25 times today

Lively
Charming
Neighborhood gem

Located in University City, Louie Louie is an American bistro with a French inspired menu offering seasonal, ingredient-inspired dishes based on a classical combination of flavors. House-made pastries and an extensive beverage program highlighting wines by the glass and bottle as well as seasonal specialty cocktails and craft beers add to the dining experience. The décor pays homage to Art Nouveau and European cafes with a touch of the 1970s. Traditional wood tones, reclaimed subway tiles, tried and true black and white marble stones as flooring and wainscoting and blue and buttery leathers, fabrics and patterns bring color and graphic identities to the space. The Lounge offers custom lux seating, perfect for gathering with friends for cocktails and snacks. Outdoor seating reminiscent of French cafes is the ideal spot for dining and people watching.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
French American, Bistro
Hours of operation
Daily 3:00 pm–4:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
Phone number
(267) 805-8585
Website
https://www.louielouie.restaurant/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Patrick Rogala
Private party facilities
Louie Louie is an American bistro with a French flair. Our chefs have crafted menus inspired by French bistros using the freshest and finest seasonal ingredients. Our event concierges and their teams provide each event with individualized attention, dedication to detail, and flawless execution.

Location
3611 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19104
Neighborhood
University City
Cross street
On Walnut between 36th Street and 37th Street
Parking details
There is a parking garage on Walnut Street between 37th and 38th Streets. Valet parking is available at the Inn of Penn. Metered street parking is also available.
Public transit
Bus stop at the corner of Walnut and 37th Street
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Onion Soup Gratinée$15.00
Soup du Jour$13.00
Seared Scallops$18.00
brown butter & cauliflower puree, capers, parsley
Bacon Wrapped Dates$13.00
danish blue cheese, almonds
Beef Carpaccio*$22.00
red wine shallot jam, whipped bone marrow
Bacon & Eggs$12.00
deviled eggs, pancetta marmalade, black pepper, sage, chive
Macaroni au Gratin$14.00
creste di gallo, smoked gouda, toasted breadcrumbs
Mushroom Tart$19.00
truffled mushroom duxelle, comte mousee, fines, herbs

Salad

add protein to any salad: chicken $9 | salmon $13 | shrimp $12 | tofu $6

Pear & Endive Salad$18.00
birchrum blue cheese, honey mustard dressing, spiced walnuts
Baby Kale Salad$16.00
apples, winter squash, pumpkin seed brittle, apple cider vinaigrette
Caesar Salad$14.00
romaine hearts, shaved parmesan, sourdough croutons, lemon-anchovy dressing
Arugula & Carrot Salad$15.00
arugula, shredded carrots, fresh and crispy chickpeas, honey vinaigrette
Crab Louie$28.00
jumbo lump crab, avocado, oven dried tomatoes, iceberg
Tuna Niçoise$29.00
seared tuna, haricot vert, egg, potatoes, avocado, oven roasted tomatoes, dijon dressing
Bacon Wrapped Dates
danish blue cheese, almonds

Entrees

Cassoulet$35.00
duck leg confit, duck sausage, bacon, white bean
Verlasso Salmon*$33.00
vichyssoise, basil oil, artichoke hearts, charred leeks, Meyer lemon curd
Clam Spaghetti$15.00
spaghetti, littleneck clams, butter, white wine, gremolata
Half Roasted Chicken$32.00
bacon lardons, mushrooms, burgundy jus
Mushroom Risotto$22.00
arborio rice, chanterelle mushrooms, king oyster mushrooms, parmesan
Lamb Tagine$40.00
braised lamb shank, rose harissa, apricot, olive, couscous
Dry Aged Burger*$25.00
cooper sharp american, dijonnaise, b&b pickles, lettuce, tomato, brioche, truffled pomme frites
Louie Vegan Burger$25.00
impossible double patty, vegan cheddar, lettuce, pickles, smoked onion marmalade, spicy aioli, sweet potato bun, pommes frites
Trout Meunière$36.00
brown butter, lemon, roast potatoes, haricots verts

Frites

Ribeye*$58.00
red wine shallot butter, truffle pommes frites
Moules$25.00
prince edward island mussels, white wine, shallots, garlic, butter, truffle pommes frites
Beef Short Rib$45.00
red wine jus, truffle pommes frites

Sides

Mushroom Fricassee$10.00
truffle butter, fine herbs
Charred Broccolini$10.00
toasted garlic, chili flakes
Asparagus$10.00
preserved lemon vinaigrette, salt
Truffle Parmesan Pommes Frites$10.00
spicy aioli
Crispy Fingerlings$10.00
Cauliflower$10.00

What 1,771 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.6Service
4.6Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Louie Louie Bistro Bar offers a vibrant dining experience with a chic vibe. Guests enjoy "fantastic food" and "attentive service," with standout dishes like scallop appetizers and truffle fries. While some find the noise level high, the restaurant's ambience and "wonderful staff" make it a favorite spot in University City.

1,771 Reviews

L
Lindsay
Philadelphia
155 reviews
vip
5.0
155 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Warm welcome from the host. Grabbed a quick cocktail during happy hour with very friendly service. Enjoyed our dinner and service with John. The Crab Louie salad and deviled eggs were scrumptious. The mussels and fries also packed a ton of flavor. Never take the white cosmo martini off the menu. It’s the best!
Louie Louie Bistro BarResponded 2 days ago
Lindsay - Thank you for your glowing review! 🌟 We’re thrilled you enjoyed the warm welcome, John’s service, and every bite of the Crab Louie salad, deviled eggs, mussels, and fries. 🍽️✨ Your love for the white cosmo martini? 🍸💖 That made our day—it’s here to stay! We can’t wait to welcome you back for another unforgettable visit. 🥂💫 Best, Jordan-Mercedes Manager, Louie Louie
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OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 5
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 5
Great food. Poor service. 2 Drinks were ordered at the start of the meal. One arrived 45 minutes later. The second drink never arrived. Waiter was unavailable for most of the meal and made no effort to assist.
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Matthew
Philadelphia
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Was a delay in seating and with drinks. But our server was great and food and drinks were good.
Louie Louie Bistro BarResponded 2 days ago
Thank you for sharing your feedback, Matthew! 🌟 We’re glad to hear that your server made such a positive impact and that you enjoyed the food and drinks. We apologize for the delay in seating and drinks, and we appreciate your understanding. We’ll be sure to take that into account to make your next experience even smoother. Looking forward to welcoming you back soon! 🍽️✨ Best, Jordan-Mercedes Manager, Louie Louie
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Diana
Philadelphia
28 reviews
5.0
28 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
This was our third time at Louie Louie, and our first time having brunch. Two of us shared the quiche and the bananas foster waffle, and both were yummy. The other person had the veggie burger, which they enjoyed. The sundae was very yummy too! Highly recommend.
Louie Louie Bistro BarResponded 2 days ago
Thank you, Diana, for the wonderful review! 🌟 We’re so happy to hear that your third visit was a hit, especially with your first brunch experience. The quiche, bananas foster waffle, veggie burger, and sundae all sound like the perfect choices! We’re grateful for your recommendation and look forward to welcoming you back for another great time soon! 🍴✨ Best, Jordan-Mercedes Manager, Louie Louie
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Rita
Philadelphia
44 reviews
vip
5.0
44 reviews
Dined on November 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Arrived early and were still seated. Staff didn’t rush us and everything was pretty good. The only non- standout was the scallop appetizer. I didn’t think the flavors blended well. However the oysters and the French onion soup were great! Drinks were delicious. Thank you for another lovely evening!
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Bob
Philadelphia
22 reviews
5.0
22 reviews
Dined on November 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This French Bistro has upped their game, with fun menu items done very well.
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Jill
Philadelphia
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was incredible. Our waiter, Nathan was amazing. The decor was beautiful. It was our first time here and we will definitely return!
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Sandra
Philadelphia
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 10, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was my first time dining here and it was truly a wonderful experience. The food was delicious and the service was exceptional. My water Nathan was so nice and efficient.
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Bernadine
Philadelphia
21 reviews
5.0
21 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
In spite of an often high decibel level, this remains my go to place to take family or have a girlfriend outing. It’s lively, diverse, and have great food.
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Carrie
Philadelphia
47 reviews
vip
5.0
47 reviews
Dined on November 6, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
3rd time here. Excellent food, friendly staff and great atmosphere! Thank you for feeding us so well ! See you next year … Carrie
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FAQs

Louie Louie Bistro Bar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (267) 805-8585.

Louie Louie Bistro Bar is rated 4.6 stars by 1771 OpenTable diners.

Louie Louie Bistro Bar does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

Nov 22, 2024

8:00 PM

Booked 25 times today

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3611 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19104

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
On Walnut between 36th Street and 37th Street
Neighborhood
University City
Hours of operation
Daily 3:00 pm–4:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
French American, Bistro
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
There is a parking garage on Walnut Street between 37th and 38th Streets. Valet parking is available at the Inn of Penn. Metered street parking is also available.
Public transit
Bus stop at the corner of Walnut and 37th Street
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Patrick Rogala
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.louielouie.restaurant/
Phone number
(267) 805-8585
Private party facilities
Louie Louie is an American bistro with a French flair. Our chefs have crafted menus inspired by French bistros using the freshest and finest seasonal ingredients. Our event concierges and their teams provide each event with individualized attention, dedication to detail, and flawless execution.

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Louie Louie Bistro Bar

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Louie Vegan Burger

Dry Aged Burger

Lobster Benedict

Raw Bar

Half Dozen Oysters on the Half Shell*$23.00

Alaskan King Crab Legs$34.00

Chilled Colossal Shrimp$24.00

Jumbo Lump Crab Cocktail$24.00

Share Plates

Artisan Cheese Plate$19.00

House-Made Brioche Bread$12.00

Smoked Salmon Rillettes*$18.00

Torchon of Foie Gras$21.00

Appetizers

Onion Soup Gratinée$15.00

Soup du Jour$13.00

Seared Scallops$18.00

Bacon Wrapped Dates$13.00

Beef Carpaccio*$22.00

Bacon & Eggs$12.00

Macaroni au Gratin$14.00

Mushroom Tart$19.00

Salad

Pear & Endive Salad$18.00

Baby Kale Salad$16.00

Caesar Salad$14.00

Arugula & Carrot Salad$15.00

Crab Louie$28.00

Tuna Niçoise$29.00

Bacon Wrapped Dates

Entrees

Cassoulet$35.00

Verlasso Salmon*$33.00

Clam Spaghetti$15.00

Half Roasted Chicken$32.00

Mushroom Risotto$22.00

Lamb Tagine$40.00

Dry Aged Burger*$25.00

Louie Vegan Burger$25.00

Trout Meunière$36.00

Frites

Ribeye*$58.00

Moules$25.00

Beef Short Rib$45.00

Sides

Mushroom Fricassee$10.00

Charred Broccolini$10.00

Asparagus$10.00

Truffle Parmesan Pommes Frites$10.00

Crispy Fingerlings$10.00

Cauliflower$10.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

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Does Louie Louie Bistro Bar offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Louie Louie Bistro Bar restaurant rated?

Does Louie Louie Bistro Bar offer gift cards?

Is Louie Louie Bistro Bar currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

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