Cute little restaurant with a small outdoor patio. I was looking at their menu online but come to find out that it has been outdated for many years. They still have a happy hour menu daily from 3p-6p, all day on Monday, but the options have changed. Double Cream Brie Burger $23 - Australian wagyu beef, crispy prosciutto, fig coulis, arugula, and fries. The burger was juicy and tasty and the fries were thin and crispy. From the Happy Hour Menu Moscow Mule $7 - Refreshing and not strong. They ran out of ginger beer pretty early in the evening. Banh Mi Pork Belly Tacos (3) $10 - Overall tasty tacos, pork belly was fatty and tender. They are on Opentable for make online reservations. .|\---/| | @_@ | ..\_^_/..2026 read more

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There's something about a place in Clayton insisting: don't call me a wine bar, I'm a wine dive. Okay. We see you. You're a wine bar. Nothing divey about a hip cocktail or hip deviled eggs -- these are sophisticated modern twists, the exact move wine bars make and dives don't. A chalkboard of specials and weathered seating gesture at the aesthetic; the rest of the room knows. Kendall Roy of restaurants -- comes from privilege, wants badly to be of the people. It's a bit, and mostly the kitchen and bar back it up. Nevertheless, we arrived to a full room, hour wait for a table, but we fortunately arrived to snag the last first come patio table. The bar was also full, by the way, which felt neighborhood like, people clearly like this place during happy hour. The old fashioned makes the case: Old Grand-Dad Bonded, pickled rye, cognac, butterscotch bitters. Two whiskeys and a bitter you won't find at an actual dive. Rich, a little sweet. The harissa deviled eggs keep going -- fried shallots, roasted red peppers, cilantro, marinated tomato jam. You know, just like the old dive with the $1 PBR.Deviled eggs for people that don't like deviled eggs. However, we love deviled eggs...foreshadowing. The short ribs are the headline -- fall-apart tender over whipped potatoes substantial enough to stand up to the meat, gravy spot on. Eats like a perfectly executed roast dinner. The brie burger is the sneaky second hit, genuinely decadent, bacon with the cheese melting into the beef. The service was good and pleasant and that felt more like dive-friendly, where you might expect a wine "bar" to be snooty or full of themselves. 4.4 Stars Picking Nits: hip deviled eggs that reach past what they can hold. Tomato jelly on top is a lot going on, in the wrong way, and the egg disappears under it. These are trying to be hip deviled eggs more than they're trying to be good deviled eggs. Every ambitious kitchen has one plate that tries too hard; this appears to be one. A 5 needs those eggs landing, in the same way the entrees excelled. Regardless, we'll be back. read more

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Working in St. Louis for the week, Louie's Wine Dive & Kitchen was THE afterwork meetup spot for my team! A few of us would stop in around 4/4:30pm and grab seats at the bar, chat, and polish off a couple beers. The bar was pretty spacious with plenty of seats surrounding it. Also, shoutout to the gentleman who served us drinks! He did a fantastic job taking care of us and even remembered us and our drink orders each day. Whenever I come back to St. Louis for work, I'm looking forward to coming back for some after work drinks! read more

So my mom and I came for Brunch - I've been meaning to get her here to try dinner BUT brunch is good enough. Same beautiful atmosphere. The brunch menu was fantastic, though seemed a little expensive. My mom got an omelette and I got the monte cristo sandwhich. Mine was fantastic, and it was a LOT of food - I brought the leftovers home for my husband and he ate the whole thing, he said it was an incredible sandwich. My mom did ask for no tomatoes on her omelette...and when they didn't make it correctly I urged her to ask for them to fix it because neither her or my dad eat them so the whole omelette would have gone to waste. They were quick to take it back but then it took another 20 minutes for them to make a new omelette so we were pretty much done with our meal by the time she had the main part of her meal. That was my only complaint was that they didn't prioritize fixing her meal, my only assumption was she got put back in the kitchen que which they messed up her food so it should have been prioritized BUT c'est la vie. Overall, a good meal. I'm not sure I could justify this brunch on a regular basis but service is good and food is good. read more

Louie's Wine Dive & Clayton Kitchen - Wine Bars Near Me - Clayton, Missouri

Cool place with fun chalk board menu. Went for happy hour. Had some wine specials (they have white red or bubbles). One each thats on special. Server was attentive & very helpful with allergies in the party. We ordered chips, squeaky cheese & brussel sprouts. Food was ok. Nothing special. Nice wine selection & some good cocktails. read more

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We went here on a Friday at 5 PM for happy hour. I love that they have happy hour every day until 6 pm! There were some great happy hour deals, including $7 house wine and old fashion. The food was delicious, we got the bacon jam burger with broccoli as the side and the pulled pork gnocchi. Both were unique and delicious. Service was good and so was the wine. Highly recommend! read more

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Ryan was our server! Upon walking in , I had reservations and staff made me feel very welcome and comfortable. Seating was quick. Ryan was very knowledgeable, friendly, and attentive. Well lit building. Seating is close to the next party , that's the only con I have. No privacy. My friend and I both ordered an rose drink that was dry-fruity and once explained to Ryan that we didn't like it he immediately found a solution of ice and sprite and muah we were back smiling again, also ordered were beignets and they were yummy! Fresh and fluffy. It comes with rum sauce that is delicious! I will definitely come back for food and drinks for their happy hour. read more

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This is my second time at Louie's; I don't really remember what I ordered during my first encounter, but I know I sent something back and I think it was the brussel sprouts. ANYWAY, I do know I came here alone both times and both times the customer service was great. Rudd was my server this time; he was very pleasant, patient and helpful. He checked on me periodically and helped me decide on an entrée. I started with a glass of Prosecco. It was perfectly bubbly. I ended up getting Emily's harvest salad. It was SO good. I love goat cheese and it was perfect in the salad. The bacon bits were a perfect accompaniment! The only bad thing was that my chicken was not seasoned well at all, and it was overcooked. There was 1 or 2 pesky gnats flying around but it's gnat season unfortunately, not the restaurants fault. I will definitely be back. I want to come back and try dinner and brunch. read more

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[July 2025] Located in Downtown Clayton, parking can be found on the street or nearby garages. I was able to find a close spot on a random Friday night. During my visit, it did take some time for some staff to come up front to notice me standing there waiting to be seated. I'd been here before but was alone this time. The place is made like a date night but suitable for all audiences. With brick accent walls and upholstered booths, the one thing that always stands out to me is the wine bottle chandelier and engraved wooden tables. They do have non-alcoholic options that cost $2-$3 less than their spirit drinks. I started out with a Summer Strawberry Mint Sangria. It was very delicious and my waiter more than made up for my hostess experience. I ordered crab tostadas which were good overall but were a bit too heavy on the red onions. They also have a daily happy hour from 3pm-6pm. I would probably return and try some more menu items. From the looks of it, they do change their menu options from time to time. Travel Note: This is a chain with locations in Des Moines and Overland Park as well! read more

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We came for happy hour but ended up ordering from the regular menu. Great spot in downtown Clayton for a glass of wine, catching up with friends. Would stop by again when in the area read more

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Had a great Brie burger and house Cabernet for lunch. I was early but the place was packed by noon. They are doing it right! Great service and good atmosphere made for a cozy lunch escape. read more

Came across this place looking up happy hours in Clayton for a meeting after work. One of the main reasons I'm giving them five stars is because even though they were booked with reservations, they still made it work with my Party as long as we agreed to be out within a two hour timeframe before the next large party came in. Any business owner knows this is risky because things can go over, but they accommodated us and we accommodated them so I commend them for that especially with it being so last minute. Now, as far as the ambience of the place, it was very wine cellar type of decor, which was great. It goes perfectly with the name of the restaurant. They had bar seating options, table options, as well as booth table combination, which I think it's always important to have multiple seating types. They served our party pretty fast and all the drinks and appetizers were enjoyed. We did not try regular menu items. We shared appetizers only but all the ones that we did share, we were impressed and everybody agreed that they would come back again. Not only were the appetizers different than typical stuff you could get around, they were also very flavorful so I was thankful for that. read more

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We hosted a bridal shower brunch and everything was perfect. Everyone was so easy to work with and our waitress was great. All the guests enjoyed the food and cocktails. I definitely recommend Louie's for a small event. read more

Louies Wine Dive and Kitchen was a cute little spot located in Clayton, the host that greeted us upon entering was nice and friendly, my waiter Ryan was a ball of fun he was great at telling us what was a popular drink to order on such a hot day which was a Rose', it was a dry wine and I'm not a fan of dry wine and when Ryan asked how was it and i said its okay he recommended adding a splash of sprite which made the wine much better, I had other dinner plans so instead of ordering food I ordered a dessert of beignets with rum sauce and they did not disappoint. I've never had a beignet before but the host did tell me that they are very similar to the ones that you can get in New Orleans. If ever in the area again I would go back to this restaurant for a bite to eat and the beignets again. read more

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One of my favorite places right now. Drinks and food are made to perfection and you can't beat the vibe of the place. Service is also great too. Absolutely love it here!! read more

Went there for Valentine's Day. Was seated promptly, service was right on. In and out in about 1 hour read more

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Really enjoyed the Harvest Salad (it was huge!) and I was impressed with the service from the waiter and quickly the food came. Great brunch spot if you're in the area. read more

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Food was awful. It's hard to mess up a burger - but that happened. Was intrigued by the combo of pesto and pumpkin cream stuff shells, but it seems like a can of pumpkin puree was just dumped over the dish before it went out. Trust the reviews about the bad food. This is only the second review I've posted on yelp. It was that bad. The other was for an exceptional meal elsewhere. read more

The food was great, the staff stayed present and was friendly. We went for Mother's Day and were expecting to wait and we were seated right away. The vibe was intimate and small. We will be back! read more

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Came here for dessert and loved the peach cobbler and the beignets, so so tasty! However, the best part about this place is the service and the friendliness of the staff- from the host to our server and other workers, everyone stopped to make small talk with us, which makes or breaks your experience here! The ambience is also warm and cozy which is so nice! read more

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Great spot for a drink and light bites with friends! I had a glass of Tempranillo that was delicious, good atmosphere- lively and loud. (May not be the best place if looking to have an intimate conversation) We had a great server behind the bar who was fun and attentive! read more

Really good solo dining spot. Huge bar with a chill atmosphere. Salad was excellent and so were the fries. Solid portion sizes

Very lucky that this spot was across the street from my hotel. They have a great happy hour. The old fashioned is strong and I can recommend their deviled eggs and something called the "Squeaky Cheese". Wish I had time to explore the rest of their menu. read more

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I thoroughly enjoyed my first visit to Louie's Wine Dive. My friend and I sat at the bar, which was surprisingly not packed for a Saturday night. I started with a glass of sauvignon blanc (peary and bright and delicious) and Whit's Whips (3 dips with crackers and veggies). The dips rotate, which is a fun surprise. I had the burger and my friend got the fish and chips. We both couldn't stop raving about our food. The bartender was amazing, and made great drink recommendations! read more

Food and service was excellent! Chicken piccata was tasty and beignets were huge. Would come again! read more

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Loved it. Food was delicious. Our waiter was delightful. Wish it wasn't so popular that it takes forever to get a reservation.

We brought a group of loyals two weekends ago after they closed (3:15) and were bummed so went out of our way to make a reservation and plan time accordingly to hang out this weekend. After making a 2:30 reservation on their website we were turned away saying reservations should have been closed read more

Louie's Wine Dive & Clayton Kitchen - Wine Bars Near Me - Clayton, Missouri

Amazing service on the lunch rush from Eric! My friend enjoyed her harvest salad, and I absolutely was impressed with the short rib sandwich. Busy place with a fun atmosphere- hope to be back soon read more

I went here with a group of women on a Saturday at 11:30. We had made a reservation weeks in advance. The restaurant was completely empty, but we waited about an hour all-told... Although the waiter frequently stopped by, he didn't seem keen to actually take our orders and kept walking away! When we DID finally get to place drinks and then food orders, they took an inordinately long time to arrive. We all found this really odd because the place was a ghost town. I am giving it 3 stars, however, because everyone liked what they ordered and the ambience was nice. read more

Service was good and the food was delicious. The Brussel sprouts were amazing. I had the burger with bacon jam and it was very good. Looking forward to my next visit so I can try something new. So many great choices. read more

Louie's Wine Dive is a great place for gluten-free individuals, with menu items such as cheese curds that aren't typically gf other places. The food was good, but other than being gluten-free friendly which is a plus, not anything too unique or remarkable, and the service was kind. Good vibes for a date night or happy hour to get drinks and some snacks to share. read more

I have been to this place a few times and it's been consistently good. They have a great ambiance and service. We tried the 4 pork gnocchi and the spicy shrimp diablo. Both the dishes were very good. We tried a few of their cocktails - a few different Mezcal cocktails and it was good. They have happy hour every day from 3-6 PM. For dessert, we had the beignets. It lived up to the expectations! read more

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I will preface this review with the fact the we ordered from Doordash, which IMO is rarely a positive experience, BUT four of the six orders were salads, and if you can't make a decent salad, my expectations are low for your "real food". The salads were $17 for a small amount of lettuce, virtually no toppings, and a tiny plastic cup of dressing. The dressing for my wedge salad was supposed to be Bleu Cheese but it had as much flavor as the skim milk I drank at breakfast. They were out of gnocci, but the restaurant did call and offer an alternative. The $22 fish and chips looked (and apparently tasted) as good as the crappy fish sticks my mom made me eat as a child. Maybe the food is better in house, but safe to say I'll never take the time to find out. read more

Went for brunch on Valentine's Day. Food was good and service was as well. Really appreciate all of the gluten free options. During our visit, the restrooms were unfortunately not in good condition and appeared in need of a thorough cleaning. I understand that maintaining facilities can be challenging, but clean restrooms are an important part of the overall experience. This wasn't a minor issue -- it was noticeable enough that both my husband and I commented on it immediately. I hope you'll consider addressing this to ensure a better environment for guests moving forward. read more

I've been wanting to come here for years! And I got to go with my best gals for a great night out! They had a very nice cocktail menu and a food menu to swoon over! Of course they had some great wines and wines by the glass that I was fairly impressed with, but I was very pleased with my cocktail for the night. I ordered the herb crusted fish and was so pleased with my order. It was perfectly cooked and the asparagus was so tasty. We then asked our waitress her recommendation for dessert and she said hands down, the tiramisu. I will say I have to agree with her. It was such a delectable dessert and I was wowed by the flavor. It was a great meal, with great company and amazing service. Our waitress had us smiling from ear to ear all night! read more

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I will have to come back to try all the wonderful menu items I didn't get to this time! Louie's hosted a group of 8 colleagues of mine for our work lunch and it was perfect. The service was incredible, attentive and our server never forgot something. The food was great, though a colleague did not enjoy her Mac and cheese as much as her salad. The Squeaky Cheese was a hit with some fantastic aioli. When I come again, I want to try a sandwich since those looked delicious. My ravioli was good but rich. Definitely a heavier meal than I intended for lunch. Come here for date night or drinks and lunch with friends! read more

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Gold star for Louie's Wine Dive! After an event with limited food options, Louie's stayed open to feed a group of 10 of us. The spinach and artichoke dip, crispy Brussel sprouts, chips & dip, and shrimp tacos were a delightful treat. Louie's is known for its great wine, locally sourced cuisine, and hang out spots for friends. Located in Clayton. Stop in and give them some love! Lunch and Dinner! Heather now thinks her lime squeeze is the best. read more

Louie's Wine Dive & Clayton Kitchen - Wine Bars Near Me - Clayton, Missouri

This was a great spot for a quick lunch during the week. The ambiance is really good, and so is the food and service.

We had a reservation on a Saturday night. I went with larger group and our food came out quickly. I got a drink that had chili oil in it. I typically like spicy drinks but I couldn't even drink it. I got the chicken piccata for my entree. The chicken was juicy and full of flavor. The chicken came with brussel sprouts and potato's. read more

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We went on Valentine's Day and were skeptical. Our service was great! We started with mussels that were totally on point. The wedge salad was plentiful and also on point. I ordered risotto that came with a piece of salmon. It was different from what I am used to and delicious. read more