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Louie Louie Bistro Bar, Philadelphia, PA

Louie Louie Bistro Bar

4.6
4.6
1864 Reviews
$31 to $50
American
3611 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19104

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 67 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for brunch
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.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Bistro
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–9:30 pm Sat 10:00 am–9:30 pm Sun 10:00 am–8:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • 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.
  • Delivery & takeout
  • 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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Experiences

  • Martini Monday!

    Multiple dates available
    Enjoy $7 Martinis from our special in house list with the purchase of an entree.

What 1,864 people are saying

Louie Louie Bistro Bar reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Louie Louie Bistro Bar offers an enchanting dining experience with "great food" and "amazing service" in a "beautiful atmosphere." Guests rave about the brunch selections and attentive staff, making it a favorite for special occasions. While some find it pricey, the ambiance and decor deliver a memorable visit.

1,864 Reviews
  1. Susanne

    Key West10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very good brunch (large piece of light and delicious quiche, others had Louie breakfast with truffle scrambled eggs, croissant, bacon, potatoes, and small salad), ample and decently prepared ced. Nice modernist atmosphere, attentive service.

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  2. Tammy

    Washington DC1 review

    2.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    The service was not good. This dinner should have taken maximum 1hour. Instead this was a 2.5hr dinner with over 1 hr waiting for food, waiting for our dessert, waiting for our check. Never going back to this Louie restaurant again.

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  3. m

    Greater Boston15 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on April 18, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    It’s a good restaurant, but they were packed. We had a wonderful server, but honestly, the food was just mid and very very expensive. Maybe because it was Easter weekend I don’t know. Kind of disappointed.
    Louie Louie Bistro BarResponded 7 days ago
    Dear M, Thank you for your honest feedback. We’re thrilled you enjoyed the service—our team truly loves what they do! That said, we’re sorry to hear the food and value didn’t meet expectations. Holiday weekends can be extra busy, but that shouldn’t affect your overall experience. We appreciate your insights and hope to welcome you back for a visit that feels just right. Warmly, Jordan-Mercedes Manager, Louie Louie

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  4. Elizabeth

    Philadelphia1 review

    4.0

    Dined on April 18, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    I thought the martini flight was different flavors like on instagram there was no information about it.. my boyfriend got sick from the food however it was delicious

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  5. laura

    Philadelphia9 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 12, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    A friend and I went to Louie Louie for brunch. The restaurant is decorated very nice. Everyone was pleasant and courteous. The bananas foster waffle was delish. My friend had the french toast with raisins, they enjoyed them. I would definitely recommend and I would like to return to try dinner
    Louie Louie Bistro BarResponded on April 14, 2025
    Hi Laura, Thank you so much for the kind words and for joining us for brunch! We’re thrilled you and your friend had a lovely time—and we couldn’t agree more, the Bananas Foster waffle is truly something special. 🍌✨ It means so much to hear that our space, service, and dishes hit the mark. Your thoughtful tags made us smile, and we’re so glad you’d recommend us. We’d be absolutely delighted to welcome you back for dinner—there’s plenty more deliciousness waiting for you! Until next time, Jordan-Mercedes Manager, Louie Louie

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  6. Wanda

    Philadelphia7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I had brunch with friends and we absolutely loved it! I can’t wait to go back for dinner! I highly recommend this restaurant

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good food service excellent it’s loud thou lol parking was good
    Louie Louie Bistro BarResponded on April 7, 2025
    Dear Guest, Thank you for your kind words! We're so happy you enjoyed the food, service, and parking. We completely understand about the energy—it's part of the fun at Louie Louie! We hope to see you again soon for another great experience. Warmly, Jordan-Mercedes Manager, Louie Louie

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  8. Cynymon VIP

    Washington DC3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and service was great, will definitely be back! Mattias was an amazing server.
    Louie Louie Bistro BarResponded on March 31, 2025
    Dear Cynymon, Thank you for your wonderful review! We're so glad you enjoyed the food and service, and we’ll be sure to share your kind words with Mattias—he’ll be thrilled! We appreciate your feedback about the hostess stand and will work on improving the flow. Looking forward to welcoming you back soon! Best, Jordan-Mercedes Manager, Louie Louie

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  9. Lorna

    Philadelphia6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience and extraordinary service. I will definitely recommend.
    Louie Louie Bistro BarResponded on April 7, 2025
    Dear Lorna, Thank you for your glowing review! We're so pleased to hear you had a great experience and that the service stood out to you. Your recommendation means the world to us. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Warmly, Jordan-Mercedes Manager, Louie Louie

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  10. Kristy

    Philadelphia1 review

    1.0

    Dined on March 30, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was mediocre, food doesn’t look or taste like the ambiance.
    Louie Louie Bistro BarResponded on April 14, 2025
    Hi Kristy, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. While we're glad to hear you enjoyed the service and ambience, we're genuinely sorry to learn that the food didn’t meet your expectations. We always aim to ensure that the quality of our dishes matches the beauty of our space, and it’s clear we missed the mark during your visit. Your thoughts are incredibly important to us, and we’ll be sharing your comments with our culinary team as we continuously strive to improve. We do hope you’ll consider giving us another try in the future—we’d love the opportunity to leave you with a more delicious impression. Warm regards, Jordan-Mercedes Manager, Louie Louie

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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 1864 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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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 67 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Louie Louie Bistro Bar

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
    Mon–Thu 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–9:30 pm Sat 10:00 am–9:30 pm Sun 10:00 am–8:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    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
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Phone number
  • 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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