Bar Louie - The Promenade at Downey

One of the best bars I've been to in a long time.Wouldn't mind going back.

Waited about 30min and nobody approached us, we found out own table and looked for our own menus. I asked for a waiter to come take our order and waited another 15min and no one came around. We left after about 45min. Horrible service

Worst hot wings I've ever tried!!!!
I LOVE HOT WINGS!
These were salty and payulas

Customer service very good and they are very friendly

Our server 🧑‍🍳💋

Elevated Gastropub Vibes at Bar Louie Downey – A Culinary Hit with Stellar Service by Vida

Bar Louie Downey is the kind of spot that redefines what it means to be a neighborhood gastropub. Tucked into the Apollo Way plaza, this location delivers not only ambiance but a menu that balances comfort classics with bold twists—and my latest visit left no room for disappointment.

Let’s talk about the spread.

We kicked off with the Chicken Nachos, and I must say—Bar Louie doesn’t play around with portions or flavor. The layering was generous, with well-melted queso, crisp chips, and a satisfying mix of grilled chicken, black beans, guacamole, and pico. This was far from your standard bar nacho—each bite was fresh and crave-worthy.

For mains, we dove into two of their standout Craft Burgers. The All-Nighter burger lived up to its name: a perfectly cooked beef patty topped with melty cheddar, applewood smoked bacon, and a sunnyside-up egg. The creamy garlic aioli tied everything together into a rich, indulgent experience. This was comfort food, executed with finesse.

Then came the Chipotle BBQ Burger—a smoky, sweet, and tangy beauty layered with pepper jack, bacon, onion strings, and a delightful chipotle mayo that added just the right amount of heat. Both burgers were served with a small Caesar salad upon request, and the crisp romaine and bold parmesan did not disappoint as a side pairing.

Drinks? Absolutely. We ordered the Rock & Rita and the Bull Rush. Both cocktails were balanced, smooth, and a perfect mid-day complement to our savory feast. The Rock & Rita in particular was citrusy and fresh—ideal for spring sipping.

But what truly elevated the experience was our server, Vida. Her energy was warm, her timing impeccable, and her attentiveness made us feel genuinely taken care of. When an appetizer card needed redeeming, she handled it with ease and ensured our bill reflected the discount with no fuss. Vida’s service struck the perfect balance of friendly and professional, adding a personal touch that made our lunch feel like more than just a meal.

Final Thoughts:
Bar Louie Downey nails the upscale-casual vibe. From standout burgers to perfectly executed apps and handcrafted drinks, this is a place I’ll revisit when I want bold flavors without the pretense. Ask for Vida—her service alone is worth the visit.

– Come for the food, stay for the vibe.

Love coming here for games and a good drink. Briana is a great bar tender and you can never go wrong with the drinks! Always makes the best recommendations 🙌🏾

I recently had the pleasure of being served by Arianna and I must say, she made our dining experience truly exceptional! From the moment we sat down, her warm smile and friendly demeanor made us feel welcome.

Arianna was attentive without being intrusive, ensuring our drinks were always full and checking in on us at just the right times. Highly recommend asking for her !

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

My friends and I came for bottomless mimosas and our server Ari was great! She was very friendly and attentive 10/10 would recommend!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

it was great last night. I was there for a few drinks and i noticed. You have a guard there and the workers are very nice. I will come back to eat and watch a game next time.

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

The service wasn’t the greatest but it wasn’t horrible, most people in my group ordered the bottomless mimosas,we were patient and nice to our server we all tipped separately but well because we were a large group . Ari was our server !!As we finished paying we asked for one last refill and we were all shocked that waitress told us that “we didn’t tip well” tipping is optional and not required no one should ever fill pressured to tip I will not be returning due to this incident if I could I would take my tip back all together . I hope this is addressed and next time Ari is able to remain professional when in the work place 👎🏼

Food: 2

Service: 2

Snakebite is delicious

I went to the bar and the service was amazing. I got the grilled cheese sandwiche with the bottomless mimosa. Ary our services was incredible and she was on point keeping my glass full.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Ladies , please be very careful at this bar . My wife just told me that she was assaulted here by a heavy set Latino man 6'1 short hair while she was headed to the bathroom. The bartender did ask the wife if she wanted to call the police but she was to shocked by what happend she said no , and security quickly escorted her to the car . That's the only positive, but the bartender should have called the cops cause I'm sure this place has cameras everywhere, and this man could have been identified.

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

The service was awsome, the food was great, but the restaurant does need a bit of an update. My kids loved it.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 3

Service: 5

Drinks were good, but Louie man, Louie was chill af, 5 stars for Louie 🕺

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 4