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Lou & Mickey's, San Diego, CA

Lou & Mickey's

4.7
4.7
3388 Reviews
$31 to $50
Steakhouse
Located across the street from the San Diego Convention Center and nestled underneath the iconic entrance to the Gaslamp Quarter, Lou & Mickey’s has been Downtown San Diego’s favorite steakhouse for over a decade. The restaurant was recently renovated, yet still magically transports you to another time. Whether you’re a Ribeye fanatic or a Wagyu lover, this timeless steakhouse is a true meat destination.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 79 times today
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Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Cuisines

    Steakhouse, Seafood, Fine cuts

  • Hours of operation

    Lunch Daily 11:30 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (619) 237-4900

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Executive chef

    Seth Vider

  • Private party facilities

    Lou & Mickeys is located in the heart of the Gaslamp. Private and semi-private dining rooms provide a classic and comfortable backdrop for entertaining large and small groups alike.

  • Private party contact

    Arian James: (619) 402-5747

  • Neighborhood

    Downtown / Gaslamp

  • Cross street

    L Street

  • Parking details

    5th Ave has some parking Restrictions: 3-minute parking / Passenger loading ONLY (8pm - 3am, Friday, Saturday only) they do have a strict tow away policy. Valet service is available at the Hilton Gaslamp Valet Curb (Address: 401 K Street)

  • Public transit

    Gaslamp Stop (Trolley)

  • Entertainment

    We are thrilled to be having your group join us for 2017 Comic Con and thank you for choosing Lou & Mickey's. Our goal is to accommodate every reservation, due to the large volume of business and reservations we have during this year's Comic Con we do have another reservation following your group (two hours later than the reserved time). "

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 3,388 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Diego

    Steakhouse

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  1. OpenTable Diner

    Hawaii

    1 review

    vip
    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall4food5service1ambience5
    Bar service was great. Steak was excellent. Table service - awful. Rude and sat there for 20 mins before being spoken to . Then when we had questions about the menu we received snarky responses. Won’t be back.
  2. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love the staff. The food was amazing. Great view of the city! The whole experience was a Vibe. Can’t wait to go back.
  3. OpenTable Diner

    Denver

    6 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall4food5service2ambience3
    The food is compatible to the best steak houses in the country but the service does not match this level of excellence.
  4. AnthonyR

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Whitney our server went above and beyond to make our evening memorable
  5. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall4food3service5ambience5
    Food was good with the exception of the beet salad, greens were super bitter. Rest of the salad was good (beets and cheese 🩷)
  6. foodman2

    San Francisco

    88 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    88 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food4service4ambience4
    amazing food and service, highly recommend it to anyone, great location at the start of the gaslamp district. I'm sure all the servers are great but we had lynzie who was exceptional and always anticipated our needs before we had them, very personal.
  7. Bean

    Orlando

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on May 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We enjoyed steak or final night in San Diego and it was amazing! The food and service was superb and they did wonderful with our large party, we were never waiting for anything.
  8. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Just had to come back before I flew home to Texas. Lou & Mickey’s did not disappoint. Ask for Karlton (with a K) for great service. My steak was prepared beautifully. My salad was dressed perfectly and the chocolate cake was divine! Can’t wait to come back to enjoy the food, fun and fellowship!
  9. JoNR

    San Diego

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on May 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was delicious and the atmosphere is wonderful.
  10. KristinA

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 23, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Awesome oysters, steak and drinks. Would 100% go again. We tried all 6 types of oysters, and they were excellent.
  11. BrianS

    Denver

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    My dinner was outstanding! The food tasted great and the service was above and beyond. Since I was eating alone and didn’t want to waste food, they even gave me half portions on sides. My filet was prepared perfectly and the seared Ahi appetizer was to die for. Highly recommend!
  12. KTfromWoodstock

    Chicago

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food. Friendly wait staff. Open air tables so nice.
  13. MattD

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 22, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Our service was great. We had a Ribeye and Crab. Should have had two steaks. Good potions. We loved the Mac n cheese. Will go again.
  14. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on May 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Had the 60-day aged 25 oz porterhouse…. medium rare… absolutely delicious… MELTED IN MY MOUTH ❤️ accommodated family of 8… service and food was great
  15. Crystal

    New York Area

    19 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on May 22, 2023

    overall3food4service2ambience3
    Steak came out too cold and they reordered for us but we were starving for another 30 min.
  16. MarkP

    Orange County

    21 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    I would have rated them 4.5 stars if I could. Great service. Tammy was our server and was very attentive and helpful. My wife and I both ordered the filet medallions "thee ways" for dinner and baked potato, asparagus, wedge salad, & coconut shrimp to share. All were very good but my only complaint is that the bottom portion of several of the asparagus were a bit woody and we only got 3 coconut shrimp. 4 would have been a bit cleaner share for 2 of us. We love that there is no corkage and brought our own wine. Would definitely dine there again.
  17. OpenTable Diner

    Palm Springs

    4 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall2food1service4ambience4
    The steaks are advertised as Prime but they definitely aren’t USDA Prime more like a Choice. If you want a USDA Prime choose a different restaurant. Steaks weren’t prepared as requested but they did take them back and fix it. Calamari was delicious. Wedge was great.
  18. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Buen servicio, la carne buena,los complementos llegaron fríos y los cambiaron, bonito lugar ambientado, bueno en general.
  19. Bete

    Mississippi

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    One of the best steaks we have ever had. GREAT service
  20. TriciaD

    Orange County

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food and service were amazing. I would highly recommend the Dry aged Porterhouse and T-bone steaks. Cooked to perfection and melted in your mouth.
  21. EfrainG

    Las Vegas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    great night made better by great staff. food was perfect ambiance was mellow.
  22. Hilary

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Came here to celebrate my retirement from the military. I have dreamt about the wagyu since our first visit. The service was perfect. Our waiter was super friendly and made good recommendations. We knew it's not the most child-friendly restaurant and they dont have an actual physical kids menu (as we expected) but they were able to sufficiently accommodate us and offered my daughter a coloring page. The food was amazing and while definitely pricey, it is worth it. The cocktails were tasty and strong and didn't seem overpriced.
  23. rick

    San Francisco

    54 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    54 reviews

    Dined on May 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our server, Karlton, was knowledgeable, personable and professional. Steaks were flavorable and cooked to perfection. Salads were large with great dressing. L and M is a class act!
  24. MichsBF

    San Diego

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    We had dinner at Lou & Mickey’s for Mother’s Day. The selection of steaks was large and two in our party had the filet medallions. They were delicious. I found the encrusted halibut to be a bit dry and overcooked. The clam chowder was delicious. We were seated immediately with our reservation. Our waiter, Libby, was very attentive and knowledgeable.
  25. JessicaT

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 15, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Great food and ambiance. Only downside was they only had dry aged ribeyes 22oz or higher available due to them being sold out. It was Mother’s Day, however the restaurant should have anticipated the demand and had more size options available at 6:30pm
  26. FoodieMan1

    San Diego

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This place is terrific and the attention to detail is spot on.
  27. Aaron

    San Diego

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Aged steaks are amazing there. Service and food are always great!
  28. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food and service were fantastic! Had to valet around corner is the only negative I can think of.
  29. DonnaB

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We went for Mother’s Day lunch. W sat outside, and it was a little chilly, however, the hostess offered us complementary blankets. The wait staff also turned on the propane heaters, so we were very comfortable. Alex, our server, was very accommodating. He often checked on us throughout our meal and refilled our beverages and bread. This is not our first time at Lou and Mickey’s. We are big fans! 
  30. MichaelL

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Food was absolutely incredible. Prime ribeye was perfect.
  31. Area858

    San Diego

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic place. Great food. Very expensive. If you can afford it, you need to experience this place.
  32. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Perfect service ! Plenty of refills , friendly staff.
  33. AlanR

    Edinburgh

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wanted a steak and chose a great place. They were very tender. Dessert finished us off.
  34. AmandaD

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was perfection. Dalton was our server and he was professional and spot on. The busser and food runners were great as well. We started with oysters and calamari, which were both amazing and then had steak, pasta and salads. Finished with dessert and espresso. A truly magical experience ❤️
  35. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Awesome! Highly recommend. Great drinks, food, and service.
  36. Steven

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience3
    The service was good. The ambiance was ok and the food was expensive and nothing special.
  37. TammyS

    San Diego

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 11, 2023

    overall3food4service1ambience4
    Lou and Mickeys is our go to spot when we want excellent food, lively, hip, fun atmosphere and good service. This time was a major disappointment. We ordered Bernaise sauce and were given possible garlic butter, our waitress was too busy to inquire, our food was getting cold. When the bill arrived, their were 2 bottles of wine, $180.00 added to our bill, my husband had 1 glass. My husband and I both woke up in middle of night with bad stomach aches…. Not fun!
  38. Nando

    Minneapolis

    7 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    Overall all the place is solid. The steak was tasty and my wife had the mahi mahi. Our waitress was very efficient and nice but could have offered up some key information on the appetizer (read below) Two things to watch out for - it is quite noisy. We nearly had to yell in order to have a conversation. Not much the restaurant can do there. Our appetizer was ok but zero value. We ordered the “jumbo” coconut shrimp for $18. First of all you get three… $6 a shrimp and they were no larger that frozen Seapak shrimp from the store. Pass on those. I’d go back though.
  39. Sunny

    San Diego

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Food was good, however not exceptional. Musik was far too loud especially for lunchtime. even 3 waiters did nothing to change this. We were here for a convention this you need some less loud music otherwise it is tricky to discuss business affairs.
  40. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our server Asterios was the best! Knew everything about the restaurant and had great recommendations. can’t wait to dine again!

FAQs

Lou & Mickey's is rated 4.7 stars by 3388 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 79 times today
Google Map for Lou & Mickey's

224 Fifth Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101

Additional information

  • Cross street

    L Street

  • Neighborhood

    Downtown / Gaslamp

  • Hours of operation

    Lunch Daily 11:30 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Steakhouse, Seafood, Fine cuts

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    5th Ave has some parking Restrictions: 3-minute parking / Passenger loading ONLY (8pm - 3am, Friday, Saturday only) they do have a strict tow away policy. Valet service is available at the Hilton Gaslamp Valet Curb (Address: 401 K Street)

  • Public transit

    Gaslamp Stop (Trolley)

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Seth Vider

  • Entertainment

    We are thrilled to be having your group join us for 2017 Comic Con and thank you for choosing Lou & Mickey's. Our goal is to accommodate every reservation, due to the large volume of business and reservations we have during this year's Comic Con we do have another reservation following your group (two hours later than the reserved time). "

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (619) 237-4900

  • Private party facilities

    Lou & Mickeys is located in the heart of the Gaslamp. Private and semi-private dining rooms provide a classic and comfortable backdrop for entertaining large and small groups alike.

  • Private party contact

    Arian James: (619) 402-5747

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