Lou's has become one of our favorite places to hang out and have a drink. The bartenders are all GREAT, very friend and attentive, and make some amazing drinks. Their Old Fashioned is one of the best that I have ever had...same with their Manhattan. Love sitting out on the patio, looking out over Lakeview as well. Love this place! read more

I always enjoy having drinks at Lous. The bartenders are great. They definitely know how to make any drink you like or will suggest something if your not quiet sure. This a perfect place I'm Lakeview to meet friends for drinks. The patio is nice to have for smokers and enjoy nice weather. read more

Lou's Pub & Package Store - Hanging with great friends and having excellent drinks. - Pubs Near Me - Birmingham, Alabama

This used to be my favorite bar to go to until I brought a party of 8 people and MIKE decided to publicly insult 2 students on buying the "cheapest old fashioned's" after MIKE interrupted these customers at their table to play their gambling game. Mikes friends then told these students that they could submit a dollar to a pool which they could win if they got a Yahtzee. And when these students tried to join MIKE's gambling, he PUBLICALLY HUMILIATED them for being POOR and not being able to afford coming every weekend (not being regulars). And when I paid my FIFTY DOLLAR BILL and told him I considered myself a regular because I came every time I could afford it, MIKE told me he doesn't care if I come back because customers come every night regardless. PLEASE DONT SUPPORT A PLACE THAT DOES NOT RESPECT ITS CUSTOMERS. I would give this place 0 stars if I could. read more

One of our favorite go to places in Lakeview. It's been a staple for years. Cool relaxing hang out in side or on the patio. Cold beers and good mixed drinks. They are known for their bushwhackers and they are great and I am not normally a fan of those. Super fun to hang out with friends on patio and have a drink, smoke a cigar and people watch. Give it a try. read more

This bar could not be a better place. They treat you like family and the best of friends. Anyone and everyone is always welcome. The owner...I believe his name is Mike is the best bartender, listener, entertainer and asshole that I have ever met. Please do not change a thing. read more

How can you not love Lou's. This is the perfect place if you want to unwind with some tasty drinks, no frills but great service and a cool welcoming vibe that no where else in Birmingham represents. They can probably make any drink you want and have plenty of beer to choose from as well. I'm a simple man when it comes to drink, but they hit the nail on the head each time. There are a few snacks for purchase and you can purchase some drinks to go because as well as being a cool locals bar it is package store. If you haven't been st least stop in for one and soak up the history. read more

Greatest bar in the state of Alabama. Don't be an add. This place has everything you want. Dive bar, cocktail lounge, package store. Staff is bar none! read more

Lou's is a great package store to grab specialty items that the ABC doesn't have. However since it's privately owned everything is marked up 50-100% list prices you may find online so just keep that in mind. The tables are too close to the liquor shelves so I suggest shopping earlier than later or you'll have to awkwardly reach behind someone's butt for a bottle of whiskey. Staff was really helpful in finding items so I didn't feel I had to linger awkwardly over drinking patrons for too long. read more

My favorite spot in Birmingham. Great staff that treats you like family. At the risk of having to fight for a spot at the bar, I'm always quick to suggest Lou's Pub to anyone coming through town. Pro tip, other than church nights, the menu is the back cooler and the bottles on the wall. What you see is what you get. read more

I've been going to Lou's for years and the service and atmosphere are always top notch. Mike and Miss O are the best bartenders you will ever meet - they're great at looking after customers, whether you're a regular or it's your first visit. Carpri always has a good variety of spirits on hand if you're looking for something new. Definitely try the Zwack! read more

ZERO STARS. The bartender we had was the absolute worst. The rudest and most inconsiderate human being. And it's Christmas. I understand some people don't celebrate Christmas, but being nice in the CUSTOMER SERVICE INDUSTRY is the number one priority. I will steer everyone away from this terrible and disgusting establishment. Enjoy the two dollar tip you awful human. read more

If you enjoy top shelf bourbons, Lou has brands you won't find at other stores and can be difficult to find at other stores. The bartenders are very good and can be informative if you need them to be. I don't really care about the ability to mix drinks since I tend to drink good bourbon neat. However, I do like folks that are nice and responsive. The best thing about Lou's is they have Jefferson's Reserve Ocean. A glass will set you back a few. It is all worth it, especially if you enjoy bourbon. read more

The bartender named Mike is extremely condescending and disrespectful to his customers. I cannot support an establishment that treats people in this manner. If you are looking for a drink in Birmingham I strongly encourage you to seek other options. read more

Lou's Pub rocks the Casbah. It's the perfect combination of fun people, fantastic service and awesome drinks. No pretensions. Eclectic crowd. Super laid back vibe. read more

When you are looking for top shelves bourbons that other liquor stores don't have, this is definitely the spot. The bartenders are on point and understand their product. They are also attentive, friendly, and good mixologists. Of course, we tend to drink bourbon neat or on the rocks when we go to Lou's. We enjoy the crowd as well. Most of the time, they are welcoming and willing to chat. Sitting on the patio, you can people watch til your heart is content, which is a great asset since Lakeview is definitely a place to people watch. read more

Came here with a friend for the Wed. night cocktails. I really liked this place! The bartender was super friendly and the cocktail was great. read more

We go here often. The drinks (old fashion, manhattan etc) are amazing. Both bartenders know how to make a good quality drink. The atmosphere is laid back.... wonderful place! read more

If you can't jive with this place, I don't think we would be friends. The employees are good folks, they make good drinks and there's nothing pretentious about it. I had 2 gin and tonics plus a 7&7, which came to $25. Not the cheapest place around, but it is in Lakeview, so you can park the car early, chill and Lou's, then head to dinner at a nearby place. They also have food options, which are tasty. read more

Funky joint with the combo of package store and bar. Can meet some interesting folks always as guests and employees are friendly and chatty. Recently noticed they are doing more cocktails with a special menu couple nights a week. read more

Such a special place. It's my favorite bar and that's compared to hundreds of bars around the whole wide world. Nothing like it anywhere. And my good friend Mike Capri isn't even paying me to say this. read more

The bartender who's was also the owner was beyond rude to us. It was so bad that the people with me closed my tab for me and we left. It was his birthday so I guess he thought customer service didn't apply to him. I will never be back. If you aren't part of the service industry then he doesn't care. We were there with friends of his and that didn't stop his rudeness. read more

One of a kind. Literally. A pub and package (i.e. liquor) store in one? Robert Pollard from Guided By Voices might call this joint a "candy store for adults". It's a low key, no nonsense, friendly place with loads of regulars that welcome visitors. Imagine a working class Cheers™ of the Magic City. It's the first place I go when I land in B'ham and usually the last place I'm seen before bedtime while on "vacation". Places like this are an endangered species these days. Long live Lou's Pub & Package Store! read more

The best bar in the city and one of the last local dives. I love Mike Carpri and all the bartenders because they are truly your friend. Plan my annual birthday crawl to end at Lou's. Mike took over the bar after his uncle died so the bar would remain a local bar that adults could sit, hear themselves talk and relax. He works many hours and greets every customer when they walk in the door and makes sure they are ok throughout the night. The only owner/bartender/dad that I know that puts his family, his customers and his employees before himself. read more

Sunday night cocktail specials at Lou's are hard to beat. With bangin' ingredients, inventive pairings and inspired names (if you don't crack a smile reading the menu, you have no funny bone), this is THE place for a last weekend libation before Monday morning rolls around. Further adding to this place's awesomeness is the Bushwhacker: a cold and tasty treat that is equal parts sinful and saintly. As for the staff: I've only ever been when Eric and Angel are behind the bar both of whom are down-to-earth, friendly and professional. Parking can be a little frustrating (when is parking in Lakeview not frustrating?!) but this place is worth a couple blocks walk. Better yet, arrive by bike and lock up out front. Overall, this place offers genuinely kind service, tasty drinks and a non-pretentious atmosphere... I'd feel equally comfortable sitting here in weekend errand casual or business professional attire. read more

I am in town visiting from Chicago. My friends, boyfriend and I decided to come to this bar because they have all had fun experiences here. I am saddened to say that my experience here was extremely disappointing and heartbreaking. We were at Lou's for a little while, when my boyfriend wanted to suddenly leave because the bartender was making derogatory racist jokes about Mexicans. As a Mexican-American, I was hurt. When my friends became angry about these jokes another rude and discriminatory remark about Hispanics was uttered. Although the bartender apologized (after being told how offended I was about his remarks) making comments and jokes about someones race/culture in the 21st century is simply unacceptable. It is disappointing and inexcusable behavior. It is safe to say that I will not be returning to this incredibly (insert sarcasm) welcoming establishment. read more

I've never written a review before, but after my experience I felt like I had to. I am new to the Birmingham area, only have been here for a week and wanted to check out what I'd heard was a unique and fun bar. However, when my boyfriend and entered, we asked the first bartender we saw if they had any specials (again-we're new to the area and trying to get to know the local places). The bartender proceeded to say "wrong question" and walk away from us. I assume that since we look young, he figured we were some annoying underage kids looking for $1 drinks, which is not the case. Had he simply said "no" we would've just ordered our usuals and he would've gotten a great tip as I always tip higher than average being a bartender myself. Instead, he blew us off and I even heard him tell the other workers that we'd asked about specials as if we were a joke. We left immediately and will never be spending our money here, I can't believe how rude the bar staff was for absolutely no reason. read more

My favorite spot since I have been in Birmingham. Staff has stories!!! But beyond that, best old fashioned i have had since Ohio!

went monday, small crowd, great music... draft glass could be bigger

Traveled to Birmingham from Chicago for New Years Eve and was looking for a place that sold liquor after 9pm. This place was near the hotel and looked cute being a bar and liquor store. My boyfriend and I walked in saw their great selection of liquor, picked up a bottle of Bombay, and went to the counter to purchase it. We stood there completely ignored for about 5 minutes then went back to the shelves to get some juice to go with our drinks and wait for service. After another 5 minutes and being walked by multiple times by the bartender without even being acknowledged my boyfriend, very politely said that we were ready to check out the next time the bartender passed us (just in case he didn't know that we were buying liquor). The bartender turned around sharply and in an extremely intense and rude manner said, and I quote, "yeah guy just give me ONE FUCKING second" and walked away. So stunned by his blatant rudeness we walked out and did not give them our business. Never in my life has someone been so rude to me for absolutely no reason. I would give this place zeros stars if I could, which sucks because they did have a decent selection of liquor (even though it was over priced). read more