Louis' Lunch
8.7 • Hamburger restaurant
Small, historic hamburger spot with timeless charm and generations-old graffiti on wood surfaces. Atmosphere feels like stepping back to the 1800s, packed and cozy with standing room only. Burgers cook on a cast-iron griddle visible to diners, preserving traditional preparation.
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"You have to try the original hamburger sandwich here."
157
"You have to try the potato salad; it's a must-try."
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"You have to try the potato salad; it's homemade and fresh."
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Good to know
1
Louis' Lunch does not serve fries or ketchup, only their traditional burger.
2
There is a small free parking lot behind Louis' Lunch.
3
Expect long wait times during peak hours due to popularity.
261 Crown St, New Haven, Connecticut, United States
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