House of Louie

The Ground Floor Restaurant accommodates 85 seated or 100 standing with casual seating, requiring a £14,000 food & beverage minimum spend (inclusive of VAT, exclusive of 15% service charge) plus £2,000 hire fee. The 1st Floor Restaurant seats 88 or 120 standing with casual seating, with a £15,000 food & beverage minimum spend plus £2,000 hire fee. Both spaces can be combined for larger events up to 180 seated guests.

A mandatory 15% service charge applies to the food & beverage minimum spend only, not the hire fee. For example, on a £15,000 minimum spend, the service charge would be £2,250, bringing your total food & beverage cost to £17,250. This service charge is separate from and in addition to the quoted minimum spend amounts.

Both dining spaces have 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 the food & beverage minimum spend and does not have the 15% service charge applied to it.

Yes, both floors can be booked together for events requiring up to 180 seated guests or larger standing receptions. You would pay separate minimum spends for each floor (£14,000 for Ground Floor + £15,000 for 1st Floor = £29,000 total) plus separate hire fees (£2,000 each = £4,000 total), with the 15% service charge applying to the combined minimum spend.

Yes, minimum spends can vary significantly by date. For example, December dates show different pricing with some dates requiring £12,000 minimum spend while peak December dates require £14,000. Weekend and high-demand dates typically command higher minimum spends, so confirm specific pricing for your exact event date.

Live music is integral to Louie with bands and DJs playing several nights weekly. DJ services are available for £650 (4 hours), and the venue can accommodate entertainment and production requirements. The 1st Floor features plush velvet seating, fireplace, and dim lighting creating an intimate atmosphere suitable for speeches and presentations.

Most dining events run from 6:00pm until late, with some lunch events starting at 12:00pm and running until 5:00pm. Late licenses are available on request for events extending past standard hours. Access for setup can be arranged, with some events showing access from 2:00pm for evening events starting at 6:00pm.

The venue offers both seated dining (3-course meals) and standing reception formats with canapés and bowl food. They feature a carefully curated French menu with New Orleans twist, and can accommodate dietary requirements including peanut allergies, shellfish allergies, gluten-free, and vegan options. Menu tastings can be arranged for high-end events.

Dates are only held upon specific request - they are not automatically held during the inquiry process. Given the venue's popularity and varying minimum spends by date, it's advisable to place holds quickly on preferred dates. The venue requires confirmation of availability for specific dates as pricing and availability can change.

Louie occupies a historic 19th century townhouse in the heart of London, moments from Covent Garden and Soho. The 1st Floor transforms into an opulent dining room with plush velvet seating, majestic fireplace, and crisp white linens. The venue combines sophisticated French-New Orleans cuisine with live music heritage, creating an exclusive atmosphere that's both intimate and luxurious.