A Bite of History—Explore the Menu
Est. 1895 in New Haven, CT
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Family Restaurant in New Haven, CT
The birthplace of the hamburger sandwich, Louis’ Lunch is a family-owned restaurant located in the heart of New Haven, CT. Currently run by the 4th generation, our restaurant has been satisfying customers’ hearty appetites since 1895. We have served customers from across the U.S. and are proud to be recognized by The Travel Channel, The Food Network, and many other television and print organizations.
Louis’ Lunch is committed to serving a classic hamburger that is hand-rolled from a proprietary blend of five cuts of meat, ground fresh daily. All of our burgers are cooked to order in the original cast-iron grills dating back to 1898. We want you to experience the meat’s true flavor, so we serve it on white toast with only cheese, onion, and tomato as garnishes.
Our Menu
The Original Burger
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The Original Hamburger in New Haven
The Original Burger is the centerpiece of the Louis’ Lunch menu. Our burgers are hand-rolled from a proprietary blend of five cuts of beef that is ground fresh daily, then cooked to order in the original cast-iron grills that have been part of Louis’ tradition since 1898.
Instead of a traditional hamburger bun, every burger is served on white toast with cheese, tomato, and onion available as garnishes. We keep the menu simple so the flavor of the fresh-ground beef and our distinctive cooking method remain at the center of every bite.
Whether you’re a New Haven local or visiting Connecticut for the first time, Louis’ Lunch offers a hamburger experience rooted in more than a century of family tradition.
Unchanged Since 1895
Today, Louis’ great-grandson continues the tradition, serving burgers the same way Louis did.
- Cooked in original cast-iron grills from 1898
- Served on white toast, never a bun
- No ketchup, no mustard – just cheese, tomato, and onion
Every detail, from the sizzle of the grill to the slice of tomato, carries forward the same respect for craft and authenticity that Louis began more than a century ago.
Contact us today at (203) 562-5507 to learn more about our restaurant, or stop by today to try our classic hamburger sandwich that surely will not disappoint! We look forward to meeting you.