Monday

5 pm - 11 pm

Tuesday

5 pm - 11 pm

Wednesday

5 pm - 11 pm

Thursday

5 pm - 11 pm

Friday

5 pm - 11 pm

Saturday

5 pm - 11 pm

Sunday

5 pm - 11 pm

Lou's Restaurant is described across reviews as a cozy, stylish West Island spot with consistently high quality food, great drinks, and friendly, attentive service that makes it feel like a neighborhood gem. Diners praise a diverse menu with standout dishes such as tuna carpaccio, crab cake, beef tartare, pasta Genovese, and a variety of pasta options, along with brioche bread and a beloved bread pudding for dessert. The atmosphere is frequently called welcoming and intimate, suitable for date nights, family dinners, or private events in the downstairs room, though several comments note that the space can be very loud and noisy at peak times. Service is repeatedly described as courteous and knowledgeable, with many experiences marked by quick, efficient hospitality, while a few visits are tempered by slower pacing or uneven attention. Value and portion size receive mixed feedback, with some guests feeling meals are pricey or portions small for the price, while others find the offerings well balanced for the West Island. The kitchen is praised for thoughtful preparation and attention to detail, and the drinks program is highlighted as well curated and flavorful. Overall, the consensus is that Lou's Restaurant is a top local option, delivering memorable dining and a lively vibe, with minor caveats about noise, pacing, and value depending on the visit.

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Minh

4.0

Beautiful place & great ambiance. The side salade was very well balanced & pasta was good.

Dec 9, 2023

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Stephanie

5.0

A really lovely new place, very friendly staff & nice atmosphere. I really enjoyed my cocktail, the onion dip with waffle chips, striploin, & strawberry shortcake.

Joel

Service & ambiance were both refined & welcoming. Everything on the menu sounded so good. Nice to find a restaurant that focuses on great food without being pretentious. The burger was insane & the chicken was tender & delicious. Can't wait to try out the rest of the food.

Peter

Absolute gem of an addition to the West Island

Chloe

Amazing food & service. Don't sleep on the Parker Rolls!

Dec 8, 2023

Nicholas

Lou's is the place you go to if you want to leave with your belly full & your head feeling pleasantly fuzzy. The burger taste like you're trying a burger for the first again.

Dec 7, 2023

Christine

Exactly what the West Island needed! Great food, fantastic ambiance, excellent service, & an inexplicably large pepper grinder for a touch of whimsy. Highly recommend.

Dec 3, 2023

Philippe

Yesterday was my first time at Lou's & honestly it is THE new place to go! The staff was really friendly as soon as we passed the front door, service was super fast, the food... OMG what a nice menu with a variety of all my favourite meal! I 200% recommend for a date, a quick dinner or even for a big birthday event 10/10🫶🏼🫶🏼🫶🏼

Maxx

Best cocktails I've ever had!! Food was amazing!! Portions are also quite generous!!

Dec 2, 2023

Lexie

Lou's is everything the West Island has been needing! Incredible food, phenomenal service, & a vibe that would make you think you've made the drive into the city. Do yourself a favour & get a reservation ASAP!

Dec 1, 2023

Steve

What a gem of a find! They just opened & I somehow stumbled upon this great spot in the heart of the village! The decor sets the mood, the food is fantastic & their signature cocktails are to die for. Be sure to ask the owner to crack his cool pepper shaker for you!

Nov 30, 2023

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