Louie

4.3

13 Reviews

£41 and over

French

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2 people

28 Feb 2025

7:00 pm

Booked 2 times today

Experiences are available.

Great for brunch
Fancy
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Located in a historic 19th century townhouse, the Louie restaurant and Alligator Bar represent a lawless drift into a world of sensual and joyful moments without the constraints of form. Enjoy the live music, the sophisticated surroundings and a carefully curated French menu with a New Orleans twist in the heart of London, just moments away from Covent Garden and Soho

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
£41 and over
Cuisines
French, Southern
Hours of Operation
Mon 17:00–22:00 Tue–Sat 17:00–02:00 Wed–Fri 12:00–15:00 Sat 11:30–16:45
Phone number
020 8057 6500
Website
https://louie-london.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual

Location
13-15 West Street, London, WC2H 9NE
Area
Covent Garden
Parking details
None
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

2/3 Courses Lunch & Pre-Theatre Menu
GBP 28.00 - GBP 35.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Join us for lunch Thursday and Friday between 12 PM and 3 PM or indulge in our Pre-Theatre menu from Tuesday to Saturday between 5 PM to 6:30 PM. Savour delicious dishes like our Louisiana Style Caesar Salad and Jazzy New Orleans Chicken. Our menu features a delightful selection of French-inspired starters, mains, and desserts with a New Orleans twist, all served in beautiful surroundings. Conveniently located in the heart of the West End, we’re just a 3-minute walk from iconic theatres like the Palace, Saint Martin’s, Cambridge, and Apollo.
Group Sharing Menu A
GBP 75.00 per person
Multiple dates available
French Baguette & Butter Selection of Carlingford Oysters (GF) (Supp £5 pp) 1ST WAVE Tuna Crostini, Sea Beans, Smoked Paprika Aïoli Baby Lettuce Hearts, Cashew Dressing, Croûtons (VE) 2ND WAVE Celeriac Pastrami, Truffle Mayo, Toasted Pine Nuts (VE) Maryland Corn & White Crab Cake, Lobster Aïoli Beetroot & Roquefort Cheese Salad, Pistachio Nuts (V, GF) 3RD WAVE Butternut Squash Risotto, Rocket Pesto, Pumpkin Seeds (VE) Jazzy New Orleans Chicken Supreme, Creamy Spinach (GF) French Fries (VE, GF) Green Lettuce Salad (VE, GF) 4TH & FINAL WAVE Chouquettes, Bourbon Custard, Cherry Sauce (V) Pecan Pie, Caramel Curd, Spiced Pecans
Group Sharing Menu B
GBP 95.00 per person
Multiple dates available
French Baguette & Butter 1ST WAVE Grilled Leeks Vinaigrette, Macadamia Nuts, Raspberry Vinaigrette (V, GF) Baby Lettuce Hearts, Cashew Dressing, Croûtons (VE) Cold Smoked Salmon, Escabeche Vegetables, Dill & Avocado Yogurt (GF) 2ND WAVE Tartar of Beef, Honey Cured Egg Yolk, Crostini Tuna Crostini, Sea Beans, Smoked Paprika Aïoli Salt Baked Beetroot Salad, Roquefort Dressing, Pistachio Nuts (V, GF) 3RD WAVE Slow Cooked Iberico Cheeks, Truffle Grits, Orange Gremolata (GF) Shrimp Creole Macaroni, Herb Crumb Butternut Squash Risotto, Rocket Pesto, Pumpkin Seeds (VE) French Fries (VE, GF) Green Lettuce Salad (VE, GF) 4TH & FINAL WAVE Chouquettes, Bourbon Custard, Cherry Sauce (V) Lemon Tart, Italian Meringue (V)

Oysters - Maldon (ENG)GBP 4.00
Oysters - Carlingford (IRL)GBP 5.50
Oysters - Gillardeau (FR)GBP 6.50
Prawn CocktailGBP 15.00
Ginger Sauce
Cold Smoked SalmonGBP 16.00
Escabeche & Avocado Yoghurt (GF)
Tuna CevicheGBP 16.00
Caviar, Avocado, Celery & Watermelon Gazpacho
Seabream CevicheGBP 16.00
Charred Cucumber, Sea Herbs & Yuzu Dressing (GF)
Oscietra Prestige Caviar (30Gr)GBP 85.00
Blinis & Crème Fraîche
Oscietra Prestige Caviar (50Gr)GBP 135.00
Blinis & Crème Fraîche
3 Gillardeau Oysters & a Glass of Krüg Grande Cuvée 171ème ÉditionGBP 55.00

Small Plates

Lobster RollGBP 26.00
Brioche, Dill Mayo & Potato Crisps
Maryland Corn & White Crab CakeGBP 19.00
Southern Trinity & Lobster Aïoli
Oyster Po'Boy ÉclairGBP 16.00
Choux Dough, Fried Oysters & Crystal Mayo
Celeriac PastramiGBP 10.00
Soya Cured Pastrami, Truffle Mayo, Toasted Pine Nuts & Miso Dressing (VE)
Tartar of Beef & Honey Cured Egg YolkGBP 16.00
Pickles & French Baguette Crostini
Leek & Potato SoupGBP 9.00
Cayenne Oil & Crispy Potato (VE) (GF)
Truffle & Burrata PizzaGBP 20.00
Truffle Sauce, Burrata & Scallions (V)

Salads

Beetroot & Roquefort CheeseGBP 11.00
Baked Beetroot, Roquefort Dressing & Pistachios (V) (GF)
Baby Lettuce Hearts, CashewGBP 14.00
Croûtons, Vegan Cheese & Cashew Dressing (VE)

Mains

Crunchy SeabreamGBP 28.00
Samphire, Smoked Leek Velouté
Butternut Squash RisottoGBP 19.00
Barley, Rocket Pesto & Pumpkin Seeds (VE)
Monkfish Tail - Grilled or MeunièreGBP 32.00
Confit Fennel Frills, Lilliput Capers (GF)
Roasted HalibutGBP 33.00
Sauteed Swiss Chard, Girolle Mushrooms & Sauce Américaine
New Orleans Style BBQ Lobster & ShrimpsGBP 42.00
Hens of Wood Mushroom, Toasted Baguette & Creole Spiced Butter Sauce
Black Angus Sirloin SteakGBP 36.00
Baby Watercress & Red Wine or Peppercorn Sauce (GF)
Roasted KohlrabiGBP 21.00
Miso Glaze, Fennel Velouté & Pistachios (VE) (GF)
Spatchcock ChickenGBP 29.00
Roasted Garlic, Sage, Lemon Jus (GF)

To Share

Westholme Bone-In Ribeye (18/100Gr)GBP 18.00
Peppercorn Sauce & Béarnaise (GF)
Seabass en PapilloteGBP 45.00
Fennel, Grapes, CHerry Tomato & Sauce Vierge (GF)

Sides

French FriesGBP 7.00
(VE)
Green Lettuce SaladGBP 6.00
(VE)
Creole Spiced RatatouilleGBP 8.00
(V)
French Baguette & ButterGBP 5.00
(V)

Desserts

The Fresh PalateGBP 10.00
Citrus Tartare, Earl Grey Cream, Basil & Lemon Sorbet, Basil Sugar Tuille (VE)
Southern Pecan PieGBP 11.00
Cream, Spiced Pecan
Banana Foster CheesecakeGBP 11.00
Banana Brûlée, Salted Peanuts, Spicy Rum Caramel Sauce
PavlovaGBP 11.00
Cherry Compote, Cherry Sorbet & Cherry Coulis
Warm Chocolate FondantGBP 14.00
Pistachio Ice Cream

What 13 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.3

4.3 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.2Service
4.4Ambience
4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

London
Great for brunch
West End London
Great for brunch

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Louie impresses with "outstanding food" and a "wonderful experience," featuring highlights like the butternut risotto, Colette cocktail, and expert wine pairings with oysters. The atmosphere is "charming," and the staff is "super welcoming." Live music events and expertly crafted cocktails add to the allure. Highly recommended for gatherings!

13 Reviews

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Doug
West Sussex
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 31 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a wonderful experience and the staff made us feel very special. Food was outstanding!
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kay
VIP
London
117 reviews
5.0
117 reviews
Dined on 19 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
First time at Louie and I will definitely be back.. highly recommend the butternut risotto and the Colette cocktail
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Emily
London
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 18 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had an amazing experience yesterday at Louie. The food was excellent as were the staff. They really were super welcoming, very friendly and professional. We were a table of 12 and everyone said how good the day was. We had Group Sharing Menu A - would highly recommend.
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Andrew
London
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on 11 December 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Very disappointed with the small portion of gumbo.
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JaneM
London
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on 7 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
We dined here as a good and the food/atmosphere was fantastic when celebrating a birthday!
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Matthew
London
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 15 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Lovely service from Gloria and expertly crafted cocktail—the mezcal martini was a standout. The food had a beautiful balance of flavours, leaving me satisfied without feeling overly full. The Celeriac Pastrami was a highlight—lovely and creamy, making for a fantastic vegan option. A delightful experience overall!
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Phil
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 14 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Louie was so lovely. Our server was super welcoming and the food delicious… we’ll be back!
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Zehra
VIP
London
4 reviews
2.0
4 reviews
Dined on 8 November 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
Very bad service, sold out items on the menu on a Saturday evening, not worth it.
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Dan
Cambridge
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on 8 November 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Risotto undercooked, explained at the time but not taken off bill. Pointless langoustines in a difficult to eat pot pork dish. Starters were nice but the standard has gone hugely downhill in the last year. Nice drinks but not worth anywhere near £250 for 2 people."
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Metincan
London
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on 19 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a wonderful experience at this French restaurant! The staff was incredibly helpful in guiding us to choose the perfect wine to pair with the freshest oysters we’ve had in a long time. The ambiance was charming, and we can’t wait to come back for one of their live music events. Highly recommend!
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Louie is rated 4.3 stars by 13 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

28 Feb 2025

7:00 pm

Booked 2 times today

Experiences are available.

13-15 West Street, London, WC2H 9NE

Additional information

Area
Covent Garden
Hours of Operation
Mon 17:00–22:00 Tue–Sat 17:00–02:00 Wed–Fri 12:00–15:00 Sat 11:30–16:45
Price
£41 and over
Cuisines
French, Southern
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
None
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://louie-london.com/
Phone number
020 8057 6500

Louie

Make a booking

Additional information

2/3 Courses Lunch & Pre-Theatre Menu

Group Sharing Menu A

Group Sharing Menu B

Raw Bar

Oysters - Maldon (ENG)GBP 4.00

Oysters - Carlingford (IRL)GBP 5.50

Oysters - Gillardeau (FR)GBP 6.50

Prawn CocktailGBP 15.00

Cold Smoked SalmonGBP 16.00

Tuna CevicheGBP 16.00

Seabream CevicheGBP 16.00

Oscietra Prestige Caviar (30Gr)GBP 85.00

Oscietra Prestige Caviar (50Gr)GBP 135.00

3 Gillardeau Oysters & a Glass of Krüg Grande Cuvée 171ème ÉditionGBP 55.00

Small Plates

Lobster RollGBP 26.00

Maryland Corn & White Crab CakeGBP 19.00

Oyster Po'Boy ÉclairGBP 16.00

Celeriac PastramiGBP 10.00

Tartar of Beef & Honey Cured Egg YolkGBP 16.00

Leek & Potato SoupGBP 9.00

Truffle & Burrata PizzaGBP 20.00

Salads

Beetroot & Roquefort CheeseGBP 11.00

Baby Lettuce Hearts, CashewGBP 14.00

Mains

Crunchy SeabreamGBP 28.00

Butternut Squash RisottoGBP 19.00

Monkfish Tail - Grilled or MeunièreGBP 32.00

Roasted HalibutGBP 33.00

New Orleans Style BBQ Lobster & ShrimpsGBP 42.00

Black Angus Sirloin SteakGBP 36.00

Roasted KohlrabiGBP 21.00

Spatchcock ChickenGBP 29.00

To Share

Westholme Bone-In Ribeye (18/100Gr)GBP 18.00

Seabass en PapilloteGBP 45.00

Sides

French FriesGBP 7.00

Green Lettuce SaladGBP 6.00

Creole Spiced RatatouilleGBP 8.00

French Baguette & ButterGBP 5.00

Desserts

The Fresh PalateGBP 10.00

Southern Pecan PieGBP 11.00

Banana Foster CheesecakeGBP 11.00

PavlovaGBP 11.00

Warm Chocolate FondantGBP 14.00

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