Eat. Drink. Be Happy. The tenets of the Original Gastrobar. Great drinks, chef-inspired food, and awesome service in a comfortable atmosphere where you are encouraged to relax and hang out. With Bar Louie, no two bars are going to be exactly the same. We listen to our neighborhoods? and let them shape us, not the other way around. That’s what makes Bar Louie special. No corners cut?. No excuses. It’s not always the easiest way to do things, but it’s the right way. Because if you’re not going to give people something special, why bother at all? So whether you’re looking for good food, a refreshing cocktail, or just conversation, Bar Louie has you covered. Founded in Chicago's River North neighborhood in 1991, Bar Louie emerged from local restaurants and sandwich shops opened by its founders, Ted Kasmir and Roger Greenfield.