Louis Lunch

261 Crown St, New Haven, Connecticut 06511 USA

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Opens Tue 12p

Independent
Credit Cards
not Accepted
Public
Restrooms
Outdoor
Seating
No Wifi

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“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
Colin C.

May 27, 2024

Louis Lunch is allegedly the home of the modern hamburger. Some may argue its origins. I think these guys popularized it. Let's go with that and avoid blowing up the comments section of this... Read more

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Peter H.

May 25, 2024

Tasty, dedicated to tradition and history. Claimed to be the original hamburger, it's a juicy patty, well seasoned, served on toast with a smear of cheese sauce, a slice of grilled onions, and a... Read more

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

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