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    Lou's City Bar

    2.9 (291 reviews)
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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Classy
    Happy hour specials

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    Tots! Not sure what is in the cheese sauce but SO GOOD
    Jen J.

    Great for what I was looking for! I had an amazingly sweet whole hour to myself on a Saturday afternoon without kiddos, so I stopped in for a beer and some tots and read my book in peace at the outdoor bar. The beer was tasty and the tots were SO GOOD. Very crispy and the cheese sauce was addicting. The bartender was perfectly attentive and I would be back anytime to chill and watch some sports.

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    Cortez I.

    If you needed $22.00 you could've asked but to sell me a carryout meal like you did isn't worth the one star I gave you. For those who want to know what's in the Pics, well it is supposed to be Beef sliders w/ Cheese and Tate Tots costing $22.00. What a rip-off, I am done with you, so buyers beware especially if you purchase carryout meals.

    Burger and side salad
    Maria-Elena T.

    Went to an event here. They seemed unprepared except for a few reserved table tents. Service was really poor. Took forever to order a drink. Pen didn't work. Loud music hard to hear. It looked like great outside seating but our group was off to the side inside. A friend ordered a bay breeze and the bartender didn't know what was in it. I had a burger and ordered it medium. It was cooked medium well. The side salad was awesome. There was an extra small surcharge on my bill- not sure what it was for and I didn't ask.

    Angel U.

    From the bat staff to the bus girl this a awesome neighborhood bar.i typically I've like l there bar food they have. but yesterday I came with friends to see the baseball playoffs It was so crowded and I order the shrimp basket it was so salty I was so disappointed. This is an around cozy place with a great atmosphere!!! Bartender MARLO is the best he was so friendly and he has great knowledge of classic drinks. I will definitely keep coming back for baseball,, football and the great customer service.

    Buffalo Chicken Pizza

    Ordered a Buffalo chicken pizza here for trivia night. The chicken was fresh but they had the pizza with red sauce which I've never seen on this type of pizza...the crust was burnt and thin and overall the pizza just wasn't good. We did not finish.

    Nilanj D.

    I come here often for drinks, simple food, and watching all kinds of games. They have gluten free beers, they're generous with wine pours, and the service is friendly if sometimes slow - ironically on super-busy days it's lightning fast and it's the slower days when it's problematic. But it's a great vibe, and pretty good food for a sports bar! The city bar nachos are great. Only one warning: once I noticed on a receipt a mistake where "suggested gratuity" amounts were off from their amounts (for example, the amount it suggested you leave for a 20% tip was actually 25%!). A few days later the manager told me it was a mistake by one of the employees, and hopefully they're not doing it anymore - but just do the math when you get your bill!

    Robert M.

    Great sport bar! They have plenty of outdoor seating with heat lamps to accommodate the COMO-19 restrictions the entire staff is Great even kwon they look so shorthanded ASHLEY was ur servers she was amazing the wing where so good to die for. Highly recommend to watch a game or just for happy hour.

    Elena C.

    The evening was so beautiful yesterday, we had to find a cute patio bar to have a few beers and a bite to eat. Lou's didn't look very busy, so we decided to give it a try. We self-sat ourselves at a long bier garden-style table. Our waiter approached us immediately, was very knowledgeable of the menu, assisted us with choosing our beers (we went with Peruvian Cristal - a light lager) and took our order. I loved the communal, chilled, relaxed mood of the patio. Dogs lounging around, humans chatting, sun setting, mood. Loved it. Food was alright, the crab dip was exactly as expected, the sriracha-lime wings were a little dry, Guinness bbq wings - delicious. Will definitely stop by again.

    Menu and always ask for their specials!
    AJ S.

    We came here to meet up with friends and I was amazed at how big the place actually was upon entering. They have seating outside as well as indoors. I ordered the chicken tenders thinking it would only be a few, however when they came out I was in shock at how much was on the plate along with fries. They were cooked to a golden crispy brown and when I bit into it oh my it was delicious! My go to sauce is always honey mustard and not sure if it's house made, but it was good as well. My husband ordered the wings which he stated was cooked to perfection and he enjoyed them with the Guinness sauce. I also had a side of the Guinness sauce as well which you can diff taste the stout in the sauce not overpowering but just good. Drinks were fairly priced and of course oftentimes you'll find that there's a drink special going on so do ask your waiter/waitress for the specials of the day or evening. All in all Lou's City Bar did not disappoint the staff was friendly and professional. Our waiter was very responsive and always checking to ensure we were satisfied. Lou's we'll be back! Slainte!

    The Californian with Lou's Tot-Browns
    Kenneth K.

    My friend and I came for brunch using a Groupon and we were pleasantly impressed. The mimosas, which were bottomless under the Groupon, was perhaps the best I've ever had. Without a Groupon it is still a great deal, only $5 per glass with the next one free. The food was delicious as well. We both got the Californian and Hot Cakes. The Californian has 2 eggs, avocado, bacon and cheddar cheese on roll with the most delicious remoulade sauce. We did get ours without the bacon, and it was still wonderful. The hot cakes we're also delicious and very buttery, something neither of us could make so well at home. The Lou's Tot-Browns that comes with each entree has sort of an an oatmealy texture and are perhaps the best breakfast potatoes I've had. The service was also excellent and very attentive. We came in when it was quiet but the noise picks up when the football games begin. I definitely look forward to coming back.

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    BEST bar to watch Arsenal games in the area. The food and drinks system works great, and is affordable.

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    I was here yesterday but I never saw a place they charged the 22% gratuity, this is upset was my first time and the last one.

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    Food isn't bad, but service could be better. Fat man by the bar is rude.

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    The chicken sandwich, although simple, was cheap and delicious and the fries were amazing.

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