House of Louie

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

All bookings require the minimum spend (inclusive of VAT) plus a mandatory 15% service charge calculated on the minimum spend amount. Additionally, there's a £2,000 hire fee per dining space. For example, the first floor at £15,000 minimum spend would incur an additional £2,250 service charge (15% of £15,000) plus the £2,000 hire fee.

Minimum spends increase for peak dates, particularly in December. For example, December 2nd requires £12,000 minimum spend while December 3rd increases to £14,000 for the same space. Some December dates become unavailable entirely due to high demand.

The venue offers both seated dining (3-course meals) and standing reception formats with canapés and bowl food. Menus feature French cuisine with New Orleans influences, and the venue can accommodate dietary requirements including peanut allergies, shellfish allergies, gluten-free, and vegan options. Sample pricing shows approximately £95-100 per person for set menu with half bottle of house wine.

Yes, ground floor and first floor restaurants can be combined for events requiring more capacity. When booked together, they accommodate up to 180 seated guests with a combined minimum spend requirement. Each space maintains its individual £2,000 hire fee when booked separately.

Live music is integral to Louie's offering with bands and DJs performing several nights weekly. DJ services are available for £650 (4 hours) and the venue has experience accommodating entertainment and production requirements. The venue can handle loud music and dancing for standing receptions.

Standard events typically run 6:00pm-10:00pm for dining or 6:00pm-11:00pm for receptions. Late license is available on request for events extending beyond standard hours, with some events accommodated until 2:00am. Access for setup may be available from earlier in the day depending on requirements.

Dates are only held upon specific request and are not automatically reserved during the inquiry process. Given the venue's popularity, especially for December dates, early booking is recommended. The venue requires confirmation to place dates on hold rather than holding them during initial discussions.

The venue can accommodate external caterers and AV suppliers for specialized events. Setup access can be arranged, including morning or night-before access for complex installations. The venue allows wall decorations and custom lighting fixtures for product launches and branded events.

Yes, the venue can provide separate areas for arrival drinks and canapés before seated meals. The Alligator Bar & Terrace is available for pre-dinner receptions, featuring a curved bar, fireplace, piano, and DJ booth, accommodating up to 120 standing guests with its own £15,000 minimum spend.