House of Louie

Ground floor restaurant accommodates 85 seated/100 standing with a £14,000 minimum spend (inclusive of VAT, exclusive of 15% service charge) and £2,000 hire fee. First floor restaurant holds 88 seated/120 standing with a £15,000 minimum spend (inclusive of VAT, exclusive of 15% service charge) and £2,000 hire fee. Both spaces can be combined for larger events up to 180 seated guests.

A mandatory 15% service charge applies to all food and beverage minimum spends but is calculated separately from the minimum spend amount. For example, on a £14,000 minimum spend, you'll pay an additional £2,100 service charge (15% of £14,000). This service charge is not included in the quoted minimum spend figures.

Each dining space has a £2,000 hire fee inclusive of VAT. This covers exclusive use of the space and includes furniture removal/storage costs when needed for your event setup. The hire fee is separate from and additional to the food and beverage minimum spend.

Yes, minimum spends can vary significantly by date. December dates show higher minimums - for example, December 2nd requires £12,000 minimum spend while December 3rd increases to £14,000 for the same space. Some peak dates may not be available at all, so early booking is essential for December events.

Yes, both floors can be booked together for events up to 180 seated guests. You would pay separate minimum spends for each space (£14,000 + £15,000 = £29,000 total minimum spend) plus separate hire fees (£2,000 + £2,000 = £4,000 total hire fees), plus 15% service charge on the combined minimum spend.

Live music is integral to Louie with bands and DJs playing several nights weekly. DJ hire is available for approximately £650 for 4 hours. The venue has experience with entertainment and production requirements, and their team can help create your perfect event with various music options.

Dates are only held upon specific request - they are not automatically reserved when you inquire. Given the popularity of the venue, especially for December dates, early booking is recommended. Some December dates become unavailable quickly, so contact the venue as soon as possible to secure your preferred date.

The venue offers both seated dining (3-course meals) and standing reception formats with canapés and sharing-style menus. They provide sample menus for review and can accommodate various dietary requirements. The cuisine features a carefully curated French menu with New Orleans twist, suitable for corporate events, celebrations, and private dining.

Standard events typically run until 11pm, but late licenses are available on request for events extending to midnight or later. The venue can accommodate various timing requirements from lunch events (12pm-5pm) to evening events (6pm-late), with flexibility based on your specific needs.

Louie is located in a historic 19th century townhouse in the heart of London, moments from Covent Garden and Soho. The venue features sophisticated surroundings with live music as an integral part of the experience, offering a lawless drift into sensual and joyful moments without the constraints of form.