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Lou Bird's, Philadelphia, PA

Lou Bird's

4.3
4.3
353 Reviews
$31 to $50
American
A modern­ day bistro, the Lou Bird’s team looks forward to welcoming the Rittenhouse and Graduate Hospital neighborhoods to its intimate bar, dining room and cafe­style outdoor seating. Lou Bird’s strives to provide the kind of food, beverage and hospitality that its guests will share great stories about. With owners Norris and Debbie Jordan, at the helm, Lou Bird’s has taken flight as a proud new destination within the ever­growing Center City restaurant scene. And who is Lou? Come in to ask us and find out...

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 6 times today

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    American

  • Hours of operation

    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Wed, Sun 4:00 pm–8:30 pm Thu–Sat 4:00 pm–9:30 pm

  • Phone number

    (267) 804-7977

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Executive chef

    Robert Wallen

  • Private party facilities

    We can accommodate up to 75 for cocktail parties and up to 50 for plated dinners. Please call for details.

  • Private party contact

    Joshua Jenkins: (267) 804-7977

  • Neighborhood

    Center City

  • Cross street

    20th & Lombard

  • Parking details

    Parking is validated for the Parksafe garage at 2031 a half block west of the restaraunt.

  • Public transit

    Westbound Bus Rte 40 at 20th st.<br />Northbound Bus Rte 17 at Lombard

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 353 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.1Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

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  1. Emily

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We were there early for dinner on a Sunday, so probably quieter than usual, but it was a great experience overall. The food was great, wish I could've tried more items as everything on the menu looked good. The service was friendly and frequent.
  2. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall2food3service2ambience4
    It was Mother’s Day and though seated quickly, ended up taking an hour to get coffee and for our food to arrive. Water was brought out after about 20 mins-1/2 hr. then silverware. The food was okay. We sat outside, which was nice, but they were clearly backed up and understaffed. The over-all experience was disappointing considering it was Mother’s Day and dragged waiting to eat…they did comp the two coffees for a total of $4.
  3. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was amazing! Our server was great and recommended the best options! We went for brunch and the food was A1! My fiancé ordered the Gruyère madame and I got the Lou’s Mash. He also ordered a mimosa and I had the espresso martini. It was our first time there and they made it the sweetest memory for my fiancé and I as we celebrated his birthday! From the food to the service to the surprise birthday cake 10000/10!
  4. YvonneJ

    Philadelphia

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 19, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience3
    We went in right before their menu change. A few of the items were not available. What we ended up ordering was very good. I'd like to go back to see how they changed the menu. Really enjoyed the French onion soup, which I hadn't eaten in quite some time. The Spicy Martini was delicious. Can't really speak on any crowds or atmosphere. It was for my birthday, which was on a Wednesday and it was 6:30 pm.
  5. HHMD

    Atlanta Metro

    45 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    45 reviews

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Late evening dinner after arriving in Philly. We had a reservation and seated right away. Very close to Rittenhouse Square. 10 minute walk. . The food was good. The restaurant was accommodating regarding my kid’s preference on the cook of margarita flat bread. My other son was not a fan of the chicken tenders, but devoured the fries. I enjoyed my salmon.and pinot Grigio by the glass was light and crisp. I really enjoyed the experience overall and would go back..
  6. Natalia

    Philadelphia

    3 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 5, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience2
    Service was good but for the price the food could be more tasty.
  7. Meggie

    Philadelphia

    268 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    268 reviews

    Dined on March 24, 2023

    overall2food2service2ambience1
    A table of screaming kids on one side and a table of half lit senior citizens on the other. Obviously weren't expecting diners ... the rest of the tables had no napkins, cutlery or glasses. Dark, gloomy with tiny red fairy lights flashing above you. Food was meh but the wine was good and well priced. Service? What service except for one nice waitress. They really should paint over the spackled dents in the walls.
  8. MoniqueJ

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Found this place on Instagram and went there for my birthday. That lobster Mac and cheese was absolutely fantastic! Definitely want to go back and try the fries.
  9. KAMS

    Philadelphia

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 17, 2023

    overall3food2service5ambience3
    Was greeted immediately upon entering by the staff who were both friendly and accommodating. The music selection was great. The food was just so so. I ordered fries and a lobster quesadilla. The fries were somewhat cold and the lobster was a little too chewy. The drinks were made good. I tasted the strawberry cider which was really good.
  10. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 16, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Service was great! Servers were excellent and very friendly. Food was good but definitely overpriced.
  11. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on March 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a great experience. Really good pub food for a very reasonable price. What we’ve come to expect from Lou Birds
  12. ToniB

    Philadelphia

    19 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on February 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    First time there! Everything we ordered was both fresh and delicious. Our waitress,Toby, rd a terrific job. She was extremely attentive and personable.She knew the menu well! We will be back!!
  13. PaulI

    Philadelphia

    11 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on January 26, 2023

    overall3food2service3ambience3
    We were really disappointed with the quality of the food, especially for the price charged.
  14. Chris

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, great staff, and great bar vibes. Definitely coming back
  15. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    20 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on January 20, 2023

    overall4food4service3ambience3
    Good food but the space is in a bit of disrepair. Lots of sparkle on the walls all over the place.
  16. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    4 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on January 16, 2023

    overall2food2service2ambience2
    Got charged extra and food options were limited
  17. THom

    Philadelphia

    12 reviews

    2.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on January 8, 2023

    overall2food3service4ambience2
    The menu for large dinner plates is limited and I felt overpriced. I did not feel that the meal with tip and a drink was worth $60.
  18. HeresJay

    Philadelphia

    79 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    79 reviews

    Dined on December 17, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    We brought a group before a show. Everyone has a great time, food was great, and the service staff kept everything moving at an appropriate pre-theater pace. We’ll all definitely be back!
  19. Prodiigy

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 10, 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Fantastic food and service! My favorite part was that I could converse with my friends without the need to shout.
  20. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 14, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Reunion with a high school friend
  21. OpenTable Diner

    Atlantic City

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 5, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We were able to watch the Phillies game while dining outside!
  22. Jamesy

    Philadelphia

    10 reviews

    3.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on September 23, 2022

    overall3food3service2ambience3
    We were a party of 6. Dinner started with two of us being sent to a different table. Mediocre food was not worth the 3 hours dinner took.
  23. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 23, 2022

    overall1food2service1ambience4
    Waitress was rude and the owner
  24. SDTex

    Philadelphia

    6 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on September 22, 2022

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    Had an outdoor group dinner during Restaurant Week and it was a great experience! A few in our group had dietary restrictions and they were very accommodating even with the limited Restaurant Week menu. Portions were generous, service was very friendly, and the food was delicious. I had called in advanced to confirm we could order a la carte from the Restaurant Week menu - this turned out not to be the case. But, other than that, it was a very solid choice and I would definitely go back!
  25. LamarM

    Philadelphia

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 19, 2022

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Our dining experience was good here. The food was well prepared and the service was pleasant.
  26. JoseY

    West Palm Beach

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 17, 2022

    overall2food1service3ambience1
    Do not go to that place. The food is so so, but everything is so cheap that was very disappointed
  27. jamesc

    Philadelphia

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 16, 2022

    overall3food4service2ambience2
    Food was very good. Service was slow spotty. I did not appreciate the automatic 20% gratuity added to the bill. It appeared to be forcing that level of gratuity regardless of actual level of service. The online payment method does allow gratuity to be customized however there is a fee to utilize this service.
  28. LauraC

    Philadelphia

    20 reviews

    3.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on September 14, 2022

    overall3food3service5ambience3
    Staffing was excellent. Faith was so sweet and friendly. We went for restaurants week and food was good. Buffalo Fried Schrimp was delicious
  29. musta

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 13, 2022

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    The owner and staff were very nice and welcoming! Will definitely be back.
  30. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    3 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 1, 2022

    overall3food3service4ambience3
    Good solid food. A little costly. Wouldn’t travel neighborhoods to go there but would totally stop in if I was close by.
  31. VacayGrp

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 1, 2022

    overall2food3service2ambience3
    The staff was very nice, but this place is struggling. They seem very short staffed. They got one of our orders wrong, then didn't bring out a replacement until after everyone else in our group had finished eating.
  32. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 23, 2022

    overall2food1service2ambience3
    Went with friends for brunch and when we ordered our dishes, we were asked how we wanted our eggs. When the orders came out, 3 of us had just received scrambled eggs (not what we’d ordered). When we asked if we could have our correct order, the server said that wouldn’t be possible since the dish was always going to be scrambled (we were then confused as to why he’d asked us how we’d wanted our eggs). He offered to get one of my friends a side of over medium eggs once they asked, but when the eggs came out they were extremely undercooked (as were all of our eggs). A weird experience.
  33. magill

    Philadelphia

    18 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on July 3, 2022

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    Made the reservation, looking forward to brunch, walked over to restaurant a few days later and the place was CLOSED! Went elsewhere!
  34. Tdawg26

    Philadelphia

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on June 16, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The owner and staff are amazing. The food is also good but the service is amazing
  35. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 12, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing food, personal service, create corner little restaurant.
  36. Bruit

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 11, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent service,food and drink. Wish there was a parking lot in the area.
  37. HelenM

    Philadelphia

    17 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on June 11, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Delicious and creative versions of classic brunch items.
  38. Pawriter

    New York Area

    62 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    62 reviews

    Dined on June 4, 2022

    overall2food1service4ambience4
    Disappointing brunch after reading good dinner reviews. Got their house mash which was supposed to have tomatoes and peppers alongside scrambled eggs. Had to search for them. But the worst was bacon that looked like and tasted like it spent a day under a heat lamp. Inedible. To their credit, they made me a new batch. Waitress was super nice and accommodating.
  39. Mike29

    Nashville

    65 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    65 reviews

    Dined on June 3, 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    The best part of the evening was our service which was simply outstanding. The food was very good though I was disappointed they were sold out of what I had initially chosen. It was our first visit there and it was very very pleasant!
  40. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on May 21, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This place is tops all the way around. It has great service, huge portions, and an inviting ambiance. Be sure to make this a romance destination.

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
    • Contactless payment available
  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
    • Distancing maintained in common areas
    • Extra space between tables
  • Protective equipment

    • Waitstaff wear masks
    • Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Lou Bird's offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (267) 804-7977.

Lou Bird's is rated 4.3 stars by 353 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 6 times today
Google Map for Lou Bird's

500 S 20th St, Philadelphia, PA 19146

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street

    20th & Lombard

  • Neighborhood

    Center City

  • Hours of operation

    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Wed, Sun 4:00 pm–8:30 pm Thu–Sat 4:00 pm–9:30 pm

  • Cuisines

    American

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    Parking is validated for the Parksafe garage at 2031 a half block west of the restaraunt.

  • Public transit

    Westbound Bus Rte 40 at 20th st.Northbound Bus Rte 17 at Lombard

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Robert Wallen

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (267) 804-7977

  • Private party facilities

    We can accommodate up to 75 for cocktail parties and up to 50 for plated dinners. Please call for details.

  • Private party contact

    Joshua Jenkins: (267) 804-7977

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