Louis Lunch

261 Crown St, New Haven, Connecticut 06511 USA

1,182 Reviews

View Photos

Budget

Closed Now

Opens Fri 12p

Independent
Credit Cards
not Accepted
Public
Restrooms
Outdoor
Seating
No Wifi

Learn more about this business on Yelp.

“Oldest hamburger restaurant in America”

Louis' Lunch in New Haven, Connecticut, advertises itself as the first restaurant to serve hamburgers and as being the oldest hamburger restaurant still operating in the U.S. Opened as a small lunch wagon in 1895, Louis' Lunch was also one of the first places in the U.S. to serve steak sandwiches. A great hidden gem in New Haven. Featured on Season 4 of Man vs. Food!

Reviewed by
Nolan F.

March 13, 2024

Not comparing this to today's burgers, this is a simple, tasty burger. Patty had good beefy taste and it's soft. Certainly not dry. I wish the bread was toasted more. Very tasty with cheese,... Read more

Reviewed by
Joseph S.

March 03, 2024

First, I want to say for the historic significance of this place and the beauty of its "oldness" it is well worth the visit. It's the birthplace of HAMBURGER. This place looks like it's been... Read more

Reviewed by
Jason L.

January 08, 2024

This place is unique. While seeing a show at the adjacent theatre we stopped here late night to try the "original" hamburger. When we entered I thought they may have been closed but a crowd... Read more

View 1,182 reviews on