Louie
Italian restaurant · Clayton
706 De Mun Ave, Clayton, MO 63105
Highlights
Wood-fired pizzas, pastas & wine in a lively neighborhood hangout
Wood-fired pizzas, pastas & wine in a lively neighborhood hangout
"It’s hard to overstate Matt McGuire’s influence and impact on the St. Louis dining scene. He started with King Louie’s, followed by some of the city’s most celebrated establishments — Monarch, Brasserie, Herbie’s, Niche. Like McGuire’s previous restaurants, Louie is critically celebrated and wildly popular. The decor feels both luxurious and comfortable, and that feeling is echoed in the relaxed but mindful service and even in the quiet confidence of the food coming out of the kitchen. No dish sums it up better than the wood-roasted chicken: It’s simple, with no gimmicks to hide behind, and executed with mastery gained through repetition, refinement, and more repetition. Yeah, it’s a good chicken." - Holly Fann
"It’s hard to overstate Matt McGuire’s influence and impact on the St. Louis dining scene. He started with King Louie’s, followed by some of the city’s most celebrated establishments — Monarch, Brasserie, Herbie’s, Niche. Like McGuire’s previous restaurants, Louie is critically celebrated and wildly popular, highlighting the accumulated experience and collective wisdom of the chef’s remarkable team. The decor feels both luxurious and comfortable, and that feeling is echoed in the relaxed but mindful service and even in the quiet confidence of the food coming out of the kitchen. No dish sums it up better than the wood-roasted chicken: It’s simple, with no gimmicks to hide behind, and executed with mastery gained through repetition, refinement, and more repetition. Yeah, it’s a good chicken." - Holly Fann
"Louie is a pasta-centric Italian restaurant with a sleek bar and dining room, known for its dinner offerings."
A neighborhood Italian from restaurateur Matt McGuire where the wood-fired oven anchors the room. Local critics at the St. Louis Post-Dispatch and Sauce Magazine have lauded Louie’s char-kissed margherita and refined, warmly hospitable vibe. Reservations recommended.
A neighborhood standard-bearer where wood‑fired pizzas, soulful pastas, and a sharp wine program meet standout hospitality. Frequently cited by Sauce Magazine’s essential list and highlighted by Food & Wine for the city’s dining scene.
