Lou Dawg's Southern BBQ - North Bay in North Bay

167 Main St W, North Bay, ON P1B 2T6, Canada

★★★★☆
(511 reviews)
Categories: Barbecue restaurant Bar Bar & grill Live music bar Restaurant Southern restaurant (US)

About

North Bay's source for BBQ and live entertainment!

Website
facebook.com
Address
167 Main St W, North Bay, ON P1B 2T6, Canada
Plus Code
8G6M+JW North Bay, Ontario, Canada
Time Zone
America/Toronto

Business Hours

Monday
5–10 PM
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
Closed
Thursday
5 PM–12 AM
Friday
11:30 AM–12 AM
Saturday
11:30 AM–12 AM
Sunday
11:30 AM–10 PM

Services

Service options
Outdoor seating Kerbside pickup Delivery On-site services Takeaway Dine-in
Highlights
Live music Sport
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park Wheelchair-accessible entrance Wheelchair-accessible seating Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Offerings
Alcohol Beer Cocktails Coffee Happy-hour food Late-night food Small plates Spirits Vegetarian options Wine
Dining options
Brunch Lunch Dinner Catering Dessert Seating
Amenities
Bar on site Toilets Wi-Fi Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
Casual Cosy
Crowd
Groups LGBTQ+ friendly
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Credit cards Debit cards NFC mobile payments Credit cards
Children
High chairs
Parking
Free of charge street parking Free parking lot Parking

Photos

Reviews

4.3
★★★★☆
511 reviews

Most Mentioned

atmosphere (52) brisket (29) live music (23) poutine (13) entertainment (12) deep fried (10) nachos (9) open mic (6) pin ball (5) bartender (5)
5 stars
324
4 stars
96
3 stars
37
2 stars
12
1 stars
42
★★★★
December 6, 2024

Dropped in yesterday for dinner with some colleagues, about 7 pm on a Thursday. Drinks and food were good and quick. Service was great, the bartender was a lot of fun. There was some live amateur music. Was a great place for a last night in town. We will be back in next time, this will be a new regular place we eat at when in town.

August 15, 2024

Flew to NB on Sunday and wanted some comfort food. I ordered ribs with some sides. The ribs were the driest hunk of meat I’ve ever encountered and they messed up my sides. Despite this, a date suggested we go there for some food and drinks so I gave them another chance. Ordered a pulled pork sandwich and a pink lemonade drink. sandwich came with the fakest tasting Mac and cheese on it. My drink came with a nice side of 7 fruit flies in it. I pointed this out to the server and all she did was remove the drink from the bill. I informed her the drink bottles probably full of the buggers and they should be checked. She argued with me tooth and nail that they cleaned them “every night”. So I asked her to explain where the flies in my drink came from. She could not. TL;DR, poor food, drink and worse service. Don’t go here.

★★★★★
June 17, 2024

The place is super cool, I went many times and the service is tremendous, the food is varied and delicious and the atmosphere is excellent with live music. Good for family or group celebrations.

★★★★★
March 17, 2024

Hands down the best food and the best service I’ve ever had in North Bay! Wish I was introduced to this place sooner! Fabulous menu with great pricing for the food that you get. Our group of nine was seated promptly, food and drinks came in a timely manner, our server took the courtesy to get to know our names. No imperfections. Came to visit friends in town, I’m from the GTA and will be looking forward to coming here each time I come to North Bay moving forward! Top notch.

★★★★
March 2, 2024

Food was delicious and service was good. Had the make a platter option shared with my daughter. Portions were huge ,had enough for dinner the next night. Wish I had time to stick around for the band that was setting up. Will be back next time I'm in town. Right in the downtown of North Bay. Place is busy I would recommend reservations for a Saturday night. Lots of parking in the area.

★★★★★
February 4, 2024

This is one of my FAVE locations to eat some fantastic NOMs (Double Smash Burger is my 'go-to') as well as experience the amazing local talent and interactive events (trivia night). Fantastic atmosphere. Outstanding service. Super awesome venue!

★★★★
September 16, 2023

On a recent camping trip I decided to try something new for a meal to go, and not a chain restaurant so I found Lou Dawgs in North Bay. First impression was good, it's a cool looking restaurant, lots of wood. Country theme bar is how it felt. The service was excellent, I don't know the ladies name behind the bar but she was extremely good at her job and made me feel welcome. Very kind and helpful. The food was good. I had the three meat platter. The brisket was PERFECTLY cooked. Tender and even the fat on it was edible and melted in my mouth. The pulled pork was tender and not fatty. The fried chicken was juicy and boneless, I wonder if it was thigh maybe...it was good too! The corn bread muffin was moist and fresh and the two dinner rolls were very fresh. pickled onions were tasty and the mac and cheese was creamy and a nice side for the meal......MY ONLY COMPLAINT: where is the BBQ sauce? A tangy, spicy BBQ sauce would go so great with this meal. Like it would perfect it. There wasn't any that I could see so small disappointment. Would I go back? Yes, but I would ask for BBQ sauce if it's available.

★★★★★
June 6, 2022

Sat in around 5:30 on a Monday evening and was seated right away. Service was prompt and friendly with a good selection of beer on tap. Interior is a fun atmosphere with a good amount of tables. Food came quickly and did not disappoint. The smoked wings are excellent and fried chicken is delicious. Prices are reasonable and portions are generous. Overall, a positive experience with great service and delicious food, will definitely come back.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 15, 2024

Great atmosphere, gret food, great beer. Staff are really great. Always a great experiance and a fun evening. Food : 5/5

★★★
December 15, 2024

The Brisket was drier than cotton. Ribs were nothing to die for. Corn bread was the best thing on the meat platter.

★★★★★
December 15, 2024

I landed there by accident and ended up return the following night. It was an amazing group of punk bands. There was a girl who.rocked.

★★★★★
November 24, 2024

What happened to this one great restaurant??? We went for lunch today, and were so disappointed. First by the minimal lunch menu (where you used to be able to order from a much larger menu), then by the meals themselves. My husband had the beef crunch wrap (very dry, and no real flavor), and I had the fried chicken sandwich with macncheese. The mac n cheese was without any seasoning and came to the table lukewarm, and my sandwich was just as dry. Our table was dirty when we arrived, and the whole place seems very rundown. Really sad, since this was my favorite restaurant before.

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 24, 2024

Dietary restrictions: Gluten free and vegetarian menu! Food

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 22, 2024

Live music and incredible food/service!

★★★★
Local Guide
November 22, 2024

Good spot, food is good. Service is good. Chill atmosphere

★★★
November 22, 2024

Ive had 1 good and now 1 okay experience here... last time everything was hot, seasoned and flavourful. This time was the opposite, half the food was cold, none of it was seasoned, and the over all quality was just poor, over cooked mac N cheese, smoked meats were okay and Jap cheddar buns were pretty good too.

Local Guide
November 22, 2024

Frist time we ate there great second time ever thing was a terrible. food in danger Zone. Nacho came to us coldv . The food look totally crappy and very sma. ll portion not like Frist time. Owner non cooperate. Recommend never go there. Was one of the worse food experience I have ever had.

November 22, 2024

Lack of seasoning, tastes frozen very disappointed

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 22, 2024

Great nachos, friendly staff, chill atmosphere

★★★★★
October 22, 2024

Was there friday, oct 4 for the tallpork/B.A. Johnston show. It was awesome our server Nat was awesome as well

★★★★★
October 22, 2024

Went out of their way to rectify a SkipTheDishes order. Wasn t even their fault and went above and beyond. Will definitely be giving them all my business!

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 22, 2024

Glad I made a stop while in town I can t remember the last time I had a burger this good before. Awesome smash burger!

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 22, 2024

My absolute favourite resturant to go to anytime Im in North Bay. Great food Great service, staff are amazing. Had the ribs and wings this time. Always look forward to my trips to North Bay.

★★★★★
September 22, 2024

Good food, service, and very lovely staff. Also looks beautiful on the inside. Will be sure to come back!

★★★★★
September 22, 2024

Great food and service. Shout out to Ryan for being extremely helpful. Will be ordering again!

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 22, 2024

Jackfruit nachos is my favorite.

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 22, 2024

Really great atmosphere. And food was amazing

★★★★★
August 22, 2024

Every time I come here with my family we have a great time. Live music, delicious food, and pin ball! I recommend the nachos add brisket. Everyone there is very nice. (Written by my 10yr old son).

August 22, 2024

the worst BBQ restaurants the ribs were burnt and dry below the sauce. order 3 meats received 2 meats and wanted to charge me 3. I wouldnt go back

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 22, 2024

Went to try the pizza ended up having the pizza the brisket and the pulled pork. My gosh it was amazing. Parking: Park off of oak st

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 22, 2024

Live music, great food, pin ball machines!! Whats not to like.

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 22, 2024

lee and the gentleman with glasses took great care of us and serve us amazing food! very grateful 10/10 would come again!

★★★★★
August 22, 2024

THE BEST food ever.

Local Guide
July 22, 2024

The staff is super nice. Went in to try their ribs after reading good reviews. Was probably the worst ribs I have ever attempted to eat. Most people go for fall off the bone, these were difficult to even rip/cut off the bone. Nice flavour from the sauce and spices but the meat was plain awful with a terrible cook behind it. Montanas ribs seem like Michelin star quality compared to this place. Never again.

★★★★★
July 22, 2024

Our server Kristi is amazing, such great service, made our special occaision next level with her fun personality. Fast service and great food

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 22, 2024

Changed my old review. Theyre very good now.

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 22, 2024

Great tasty food, well priced, and friendly staff.

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 22, 2024

BBQ was great, and so were the sides. Very friendly service.

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 22, 2024

Great takeout experience. Friendly service and great food.

★★★★★
Local Guide
June 22, 2024

Today, I got for my first time at Lou Dawgs. Their Double Smash Burger and Poutine. The Smash burgers were juicy and very tasteful and had texture to them. The Poutine was very crunchy and crispy and the gravy and cheese curds were spot on! I highly recommend that you try it!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
June 22, 2024

Big Thanks to Lou Dawgs, particularly to Brianna and Ryan, who helped me host a great evening with old friends in North Bay on a Saturday night. I had never been inside (only on their patio before) and called ahead asking if they had a space that was ideal for anyone to drop in for a drink while I was in town. I had no idea of numbers but they listened and understood what I had in mind and made it happen superbly. Our server, Rebecca, is a rock star! She was attentive, knowledgeable, and really took care of us throughout the night. A showcase of the difference between customer service and hospitality!

★★★★★
June 22, 2024

Best service

★★★★★
May 22, 2024

One of the best burger and wings youll ever have. Honorable mention to the coleslaw, pomegranates? Amazing

★★★★★
Local Guide
May 22, 2024

Best wraps Ive ever had.

★★★★
Local Guide
May 22, 2024

The food was good, the waitress was great. Nice laid-back roadhouse style with lots of TVS and large tables for sports teams. I would return. Brisket Mac and cheese was very good.

★★★
Local Guide
May 22, 2024

The onion rings where over cooked and could not taste the onion

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 22, 2024

Phenomenal food, excellent service, great atmosphere. 10/10 recommend. Hubby ordered the Beef Crunch Wrap, which is stuffed with mouth watering brisket, housemade slaw, and a deep fried pickle. Mac n cheese rolls and an order of the deep fried pickles as well. We were not let down!

★★★★★
April 22, 2024

Loved the open mic comedy on Sunday! Hope theres more to come.

April 22, 2024

Meat is clearly smoked in advance and reheated. Everything is dry. Absolutely terrible food. Would not recommend to anyone.

★★★★★
April 22, 2024

Great experience! We ve been here twice in the last 2 months and it s my new favourite restaurant in town. Can t believe we haven t tried it sooner. Food is delicious, portions are great, prices are very reasonable!

★★
Local Guide
April 22, 2024

Food is just ok, they are supposed to be known for their ribs but instead they were tough & doused with a ton of BBQ sauce to cover their tastelessness. They said they are smoked on site but the ribs had no evidence of being smoked. And it took a while to get our food ,another tell-tale sign they arent smoked or slow cooked. Wont be e going back

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 22, 2024

Very good all people very nice to me and very helpful

March 22, 2024

If I could leave a zero star review I would. Honestly, we wont be back after tonights experience. Aside from us, (2 kids 2 adults) there were 2 other individuals at the bar. My fish was clearly frozen, as it came out in a perfect triangle. Both poutines were small, yet served in very large bowls ( so they cooled off very fast) and the pulled pork in it was extremely dry. After our waitress only removed one of the four plates, she went to have a 10 minute conversation with someone sitting at the bar. It took us standing up and putting our jackets on for her to come over to ask if we wanted anything else. Just the bill, paid and left. Dont waste your time going. Horrible experience!

★★★★
Local Guide
March 22, 2024

Portions are very big for the price and the food is good. Service is pretty fast too.

★★★★
Local Guide
March 22, 2024

Great atmosphere good live music.

★★★
March 22, 2024

We dined in with a group of 4. Service wasn t horrible but wasn t the best either. Forgot cutlery, couldn t make certain drinks that were on the menu and were also out of product from the menu. Once we got our meals we all agreed the pulled pork, brisket, and fried chicken were bland and very dry. Not even adding more BBQ sauce could save it. Super disappointed. The only thing that was good was the cornbread and cauliflower bites. For a $110 for myself and my fiancé wasn t worth it. Might consider coming back to try it again to see if there s any improvement.

★★★★★
Local Guide
March 22, 2024

I ve only been once so far but the food was really good! And I look forward to going again

★★★★★
February 22, 2024

They have pinball machines :) my daughter really enjoyed it.

★★★★★
Local Guide
February 22, 2024

Absolutely love Lou Dawgs! Their live music events are always phenomenal, seating is fantastic and comfortable, and the food is amazing!

★★★★
Local Guide
February 22, 2024

Their cornbread muffins are delicious, with the cheese on top. We went on a Saturday night and it was great having a band. There is an additional $3.00 per person cover charge when there is a band. Salad portions are large. If you are not a big eater, order a side salad. Individuals who had brisket, macaroni and cheese, and other dishes also stated that their dishes were delicious.

★★★★★
January 22, 2024

Great food, great staff, Ryan is awesome and super supportive of the arts (ie music, comedy etc) here North Bay!

★★★★★
Local Guide
January 22, 2024

We ordered from here last night and the food was great! It travelled well and we appreciated the extra surprise in our delivery bag. Thanks so much :) the burger, deep fried pickles and brownies were delicious. Food

★★★★
January 22, 2024

Had the BBQ platter. One word. Delicious. Food

★★★★
Local Guide
January 22, 2024

Great eats and fantastic service. Server did not stop smiling.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Great Food, Great Beer List! A new must stop in North Bay!

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Service is everything here. Decent BBQ as well.

★★★
December 22, 2023

Basic bar food and drink, very friendly staff.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Was in the Bay from up north...the missus wanted some BBQ....this is sure the place to go...food was delicious and came fast...the waitress was amazing...portions were huge and ended up taking almost half of it back to the room...great brisket...fried chicken and the corn bread muffins are to die for...will surely be back again

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Brisket and pulled pork was good. Wings lacked flavour but was crispy. Wings were too big for my liking though, I prefer medium size wings.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Drop in for a cocktail after someone at Lot88 gave us a recommendation,nice looking hole in the wall coming from the rear entrance but onces inside the bar feel was welcoming , bartender was great , made some nice drinks and good conversation. Will return again

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Live night at the bar counter.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Excellent fried chicken, wings and pub food. I was a little disappointed with the ribs, but other than that a great place to grab a bite and drink. Great entertainment as well. Vegetarian options: There are vegetarian options Parking: Parking across the road

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Good food, good service and we enjoyed some good music.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Parking: Parking on Main Street, Oak Street and also lots at parking lot off Oak Street Food

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

I was craving a dive bar and this is exactly what I got!! Great atmosphere, and great service. I ordered the Lou burger which was delicious with onions, which were also good, but I was disappointed with the portion of the onion rings, I really wish they had two or three more. I would definitely go again! Make sure to call ahead and book a reservation since they are usually busy.

★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Service was great, I had a country fried steak with racy and fried which was good...they have a good menu with a variety of drafts on tap. A small but very loud group in the centre table ruined the atmosphere for our group....perhaps a one off, but service was great.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Staff were friendly, food took a reasonable time to arrive, especially given the size of our group. The atmosphere was nice as well, though the live music, while good, was louder than Im comfortable with. Note that there are two entrances, one on the lakefront, and the opposite side of the building.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

We stopped by as a group for half priced apps and a few drinks. Excellent service, really good apps, but best of all was the company! Well be back.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

We were visiting North Bay and our daughter wanted ribs. Lou s came recommended and we LOVED it. Short review: the restaurant was clean, the service was fantastic and the food was amazing. Long review: We ordered the barbecue platter for four of us. There was so much food. And all of it was excellent. The ribs were saucy and Smokey. The deep fried pickles had a hint of spice. We got the wings with a Cajun dry rub but they had other options to choose from. The pulled pork poutine was so filling I couldn t finish it. The brisket was to die for. My daughters literally started a fight over who got the last rib. (Like, my husband had to talk to them about their behaviour lol). We also loved the jalapeños cheddar corn muffin and the black bean and corn salad. The service was so good. Our drinks were never empty once. They were attentive and so good to us. The bathrooms were super clean according to my husband and the sink was really cool according to my 11 year old. Bring some loonies for the pin ball machines. Thanks, Lou s! We won t likely be back in North Bay for a long time but hopefully anyone else reading this review will take time to stop at this can t miss barbecue joint.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Just excellent!!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Everyone was super friendly! Fantastic drinks and some solid pinball!!

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

The best food I have ever had, amazing service and friendly staff, great price and portion. Literally everything on the menu is a hit, lets put it this way if there was an apartment for rent above this place id be living there tomorrow. I never post about places I eat but this has been the exception as its now easily my favourite restaurant.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Love going here. Always great service and food!

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

First experience tonight and I must day I am impressed. North Bay has a lack of different restaurants, this place has made my very small list of go to places. I had the meal for 2. The portions were great, the fried chicken was some of the best iv ever had and their ceaser salad? Hands down the best ceaser salad I have ever had in a restaurant. I highly recommend. Also very fair prices.

★★★★
December 22, 2023

Really good food! A bit greasy but comes with the territory. Service was slow on a dead Sunday, so that could improve but overall 7/10

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Typical BBQ pub food, which was quite tasty. Had pretty good entertainment as well. :)

★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

The location is cool but the service was average. Its one of the few restaurant bars open in downtown North Bay at night. I mean...theres hardly anything open in downtown North Bay. They have live events which is cool and the food is fine. I think this place closes too early, imo.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Excellent Buffalo chicken wrap, very friendly service and good vibes!

Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Fix your hours. 6:45 on a Tuesday and you re closed ???

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Nice atmosphere

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Fun spot to hang out, good live music!

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

I havent eat there yet. But Im going to. Heard it was amazing.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Awsome food and service definitely recommend this place

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Its always nice to find a hidden gem. Solid deepsouth style bbq without the aggressive price gouging that comes with other places. Also, the idea to put mustard seed in coleslaw has cured me of depression. 10/10

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

First time visitors, the food was absolutely delicious and excellent portions! Stayed for the live music! Had such a fun night, we will be back!

★★★
December 22, 2023

Food is good! Service was slow and not the best. We literally got warned by another table that it s slow here, based on their past experiences. Server/bar should know the difference between a margarita and a mojito

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Every single time I ve been here the service is outstanding. Food is absolutely incredible. I haven t had something I didn t like. Great music. Support a local business supporting local artists and breweries ect an absolute must try.

★★★★
December 22, 2023

cool place to sit and eat..... food isnt bad but definitely not worth the prices. plenty of places around north bay that will give you a better + more filling portion for less money

Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Me, my wife and my youngest son, stopped in as we one a couple of gift certificates and decided to have a bite. The entrance appeared to be under construction with no sign to even indicate it was open, we had to look online to make sure it was open before trying to find our way in. The waitress was friendly and got us our drinks and menus, I had ordered the fish and chips and to my disappointment the fish appeared to be frozen captain highliners that were deep fried, the french fries were doused in salt heavily. My son ordered a burrito of sorts that was too spicy for him to eat, my wife had ordered chicken and waffles only to find there was almost no chicken and just batter. My wife asked me if I could see our waitress as she wanted a drink refill and our waitress along with two others were at the bar talking with there backs towards us, anyway all and all the food was disappointing, my son felt sick when we left and me and my wife left with upset stomachs. To add to this it was hot outside and just as hot inside as the restaurant doors where open and it appeared that there is no air conditioning, this wouldnt be horrible other then there also seemed to be no fans so the place was hot and full of dead/stale air. This really is a shame as this restaurant has an opportunity to be a great place

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Smash burger was amazing along with the sweet potato fries

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Great live music! Food was okay but overall was a good experience! They do take $2 for the live show without telling you which I found a little odd but the performer was great so I would have happily paid the $2 anyway

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Love this place. The quantity of food for the price cant be beat. Had a hard time finishing off the three meat platter but everything was fantastic in flavor and satiating like no other Parking: I park in the 1 hour free parking across the back entrance of the building. After 6pm its free.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

I have been sharing with everyone I can that these are the absolute best nachos in town. They all stay crispy, they are a huge portion, and insanely delicious toppings. By far my fave thing to treat myself with.

December 22, 2023

Who enjoys having to listen to a bunch of loud obnoxious guys yelling and swearing early in the evening, when you just want to relax with a beer and some wings? Not me. One star is too generous for atmosphere. Most definitely not kid-friendly.

Local Guide
December 22, 2023

45 minutes between seeing our waiter. crazy theyre called that because we did a lot of waiting. Edit - left without food

December 22, 2023

Food is dry, ribs were tough, not at all like a bbq restaurant should serve. First time there the service was non existent and the second time was a slight improvement. Likely due to being only 3 people in the restaurant. Overpriced for underwhelming food.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Great Space. Awesome Staff. Food Delicious. Live entertainment satisfying.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Outstanding, cheerful service, reasonable prices and great food!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Nice little pub good service

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Went for wing night on Wednesday. Good price. Good sauces. Friendly staff. Fast service

★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Disappointed with the food. Everyones meal just tasted bland. Ribs were ok, but without the BBQ sauce it might just as well have been boiled. Entertainment that night was great though. Thumbs up for that.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Best BBQ Ive had in a while! Huge portions

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

We tried the Nachos with pulled pork, it was good and had a very generous quantity. We also tried bbq platter - which included ribs, poutine, coleslaw, Mac and cheese roll, pulled pork, sauces. Friendly and kind staff, was seated immediately.

★★★★
December 22, 2023

Came here with my husband on Tuesday August 8th. We were out and about exploring North Bay (we are camping near by) and this restaurant came up on our search and the menu looked diverse enough for my vegetarian self. We got take out as we had our dog with us and didnt want to leave him in the car for too long so I cant really comment on the atmosphere (it was fairly empty though at that time). The food that I got was very yummy! You dont see jack fruit poutine where we are from and I had to try it, wasnt disappointed. My husband was disappointed with his food and liked mine better unfortunately (he got the vegan meat platter against my advice). Would recommend for any vegetarians or vegans to try as they did have a few things on the menu that could satisfy that group. Overall we had a nice experience

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Nothing short of amazing service, delicious food and a relaxing atmosphere. Definitely worth it to visit downtown.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

This was my first time dining here. The experience did not disappoint. The food was absolutely delicious, and there is a large unique menu selection. The service was great, they were proactive and prompt. Really loved this restaurant and will be back.

December 22, 2023

Waited more than half an hour for getting the order. Staffs are not even considering how much time I waited to get my order.

Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Wow this place has changed. Music, food, service... Had 3 different flavours of wings and they were all the same base of curry and sugar. Incredibly and inedibly sweet and a miss-matched hint of curry. Food

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

I cant believe I havent been here before. The food was amazing, service was great, and the prices are decent.

★★
December 22, 2023

Two of six in our party were sick (it wasn t very bad food poisoning, but still vomiting sick). The brisket was not seasoned, clearly not dry rubbed and no fat trimmed off. Southern fried chicken was well prepared but tasteless. Mac and cheese tasted like raw macaroni with no cheese. Mac and cheese spring rolls were actually egg rolls and dough was half raw. Corn bread was very good. Music was loud so couldn t have a conversation- they should have asked if we wanted back room and warned of music coming on. Don t expect anything close to authentic southern BBQ.

★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

First of all, I want to say that the servers were all very kind, but unfortunately most of the food was terrible at Lou Dawg s. My wife is from Kentucky, and we ve had some delicious Southern style BBQ before, but I doubt it would have taken that to have noticed that the Southern BBQ was so lacking here. We ordered the 1/2 of smoked ribs, as well as the three meat platter the fried chicken was okay, but the rest was hugely disappointing. The ribs were served to us still cold on the bottom even after being heated up some, they were not at all tender and we struggled to eat them. The beef brisket was tough, gristly and at least half of it was just fat. The pulled pork was flavourless aside from a gamey taste and was also served to us lukewarm. We had to ask for extra barbecue sauce to help add some flavour to the meat, which came to us ice cold (like it was taken out of the fridge an odd choice for serving with all hot foods). Overall, the impression I got was that all of the food was prepackaged frozen foods that had been simply unthawed and reheated for a bit before being served to us. I absolutely would not recommend Lou Dawg s to anyone after our experience here, so please exercise caution if you plan to stop by in the future.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

The southern fried chicken sandwich is , nothing comes close! And if you love sweet potato fries these are the best ones out there

December 22, 2023

Food was cold and tasteless no sauce on the pulled pork brisket was all fat no taste. Fried chicken was over cooked and unedible. Server was awful was more interested in friends than checking in on his tables.

Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Food was not good. Seems like they arent even serving what is ordered on the menu. The descriptions of the food do not match what you get. They seem to be using the cheapest of ingredients and skimping everywhere possible. The fish and chips was the worst ive ever been served anywhere. Like No Frills brand fish dropped into a deep fryer and overcooked. I heard good things about this place but from a friend that cant fry an egg to save his life.

★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Entered the restaurant to some local live music which was nice to hear. Cant say for certain if their meat selection is smoked on-site, but Ive had more tender brisket and ribs elsewhere. A disappointment was serving processed cheese slices with the Triple grilled cheese and brisket sandwich (not listed in Googles dish selection). Atmosphere is nice and staff was friendly.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

This place had great food and the atmosphere is perfect! The price is right and on the Friday night they had live music! Will definitely be back!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

I wanted a pulled pork sandwich, Wife has been after me to eat healthier, decided on the vegan Pulled Jack fruit, was it a healthier option cant tell you, sure was good,I. Vegetarian options: Pulled Jack fruits

★★★★
December 22, 2023

I think Lou Dawgs is a North Bay gem. Some of the best selection of Ontario Craft Beer on tap. Fantastic live music and entertainment. Love Wednesday nights with Birds of a Feather. The fried chicken sandwich, and chicken and waffles is a favourite. We normally eat the sandwichs or wraps as the BBQ platters we have tried can be a bit dry. Their cornbread is to die for. Love coming by or ordering!

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

A very delicious little afternoon lunch! I loved the place and the prices were competitive.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

From the outside doesn t look like much but once you re in, the atmosphere was welcoming, clean and the waitresses were so friendly and helpful. The food was amazing. Good portions and tasty. Great value as well!! Will recommend to friends!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Awesome food, live bands

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Its easy to become skeptical of vegan options after a few years loving the lifestyle, but I can assure you what Lou Dawgs has for vegans are more than options. They are impressively satisfying meals unto themselves. None of this goes to mention the incredible service and atmosphere. I absolutely loved my first experience at this restaurant and will.most certainly be returning. Highly recommended! Update: The vegan pizza is the best in town.

★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

I didnt feel like my portion was quite as big as what others had bought, and was still hungry after my entree...

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

I was a tourist there. Decided to visit this bar. Atmosphere is 11 out of 10. Live music

Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Service good Food bad Food

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Excellent chicken and waffles. My new favorite!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Great southern Louisiana taste and great portions for the price! Nice quiet spot for lunch and rhe patio is available at the front and back of the restaurant (always tons of seating). The chicken gravy is a must try with its peppercorn taste to it - great to dip fries in or put on a chicken burger! Recommend trying this little hidden gem on Main St!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

If youre looking for an awesome rib dinner you dont want to miss this place! The meaty half-rack of ribs was almost as large as many places offer for their full rack. The macaroni and cheese ball is really a unique menu item... you want to try it!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

As a city guy from Toronto, as well as a poutine fan, Lou Dawgs was a huge surprise on food quality and customer service. Pound of wings with a side of their big dawg beef crunch poutine was amazing. Dining was a good vibe. If Im ever up around the north bay area Im definitely stopping by again. Shout outs to Kristen. She was great. Vegetarian options: They have many vegan supported option.

★★★★
December 22, 2022

Restaurant was great. Was seated and served fairly fast. Portions of what you order are generous and taste pretty good. Price is also really good for what you get. Had the spicy pulled pork sandwich and wife had the brisket wrap. We both had poutine as a side. Poutine is actual cheese curds which is a bonus. The meat in our meals nice and tender and had a hint of a smoke flavor. Only things we had and they are a preference thing is atmosphere was darker than expected and we prefer our fries a bit crispier. But outside of those two things I d recommend visiting this restaurant.

Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Staff and service was very good. The food not really good. The mac & cheese balls were cold and bland, the poutine fries where cold while the gravy was hot and soupy. Beer was cold but flat. 5 us at the table and none of us were pleased with this food. Staff was very friendly and nice but food was awful.

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Went tonight and amazing as always....fish tacos are the bomb...service was phenomenal

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Great service and delicious food! This place was great and reasonably priced. Had live entertainment too! I recommend to go here when in North Bay.

Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Overrated

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Incredible meal...had the haddock sandwich with cajun fries...photographed my friends meals as well...cobb salad and wings and fries...they also said the food was incredible and prices very very responsible... atmosphere is great as well ..music and perfect subtle lightning makes for a very enjoyable experience

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

I loved the service (in French too!) The atmosphere, the food was great and the portions were gigantic. Great experience!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

So.Much.Amazing.Food My husband and I had dinner at the one local to us. Our waitress was AMAZING! She was very friendly and gave us suggestions. We will definitely be returning again.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Parking: Street

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Good pulled pork and Brisket

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Amazing services. The best food Ive had in North Bay. I could not recommend this place more.

★★
December 22, 2022

The food is decidedly under seasoned across the board. The ribs were far from tender. Just a general sense of not caring from the kitchen. Fries soggy and tiny slivers. Fried chicken WAS crispy but it is boneless thighs cooked so much they were dry and stringy. Again everything was VERY under seasoned. If you can t do BBQ DONT do BBQ. Staff seemed very nice. Amateur hour food wise.

★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Pro: free wifi, spacious, comfy, a sports bar but not those hardcore sporty ones, generous daily deal (2 pc fried chicken+ribs+2 sides for $18). Good sweet potato fries. wings decent. Cons: food. Fried food tasted like the oil was deep fried in old oil, ribs came out lukewarm with the fat still white instead of charred.

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Been here several times now, and had a consistently great experience. Staff is really friendly and welcoming, and the service is excellent. Food is delicious, and you can pick between some classic BBQ and some creative options on the menu (sandwich menu is killer). Oh, and despite not being a beer nut, I enjoyed the draft selection! Atmosphere is also a big plus here. Very casual, and there has been live music on weekend evenings. Last time I went there were patios off the front and back entrances which was also a great way to enjoy the weather. Cant wait until Im back in town!

December 22, 2022

Passing off antisemitic hate speech as comedy is unfortunately the reason I will no longer be recommending your delicious food or returning. Open mic comics were literally the worst.

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Great food, atmosphere and service. Open Mic Night is a hell of a time! Not a single antisimetic joke was made by the way.

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Food and service are excellent. Open mic night was a blast. Ignore any reviews by Cat Ess. They are a bitter shell of a person with too much time on their hands.

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

The food is always great. Staff is friendly. And open mic night was a lot of fun. The comics were hilarious and no antisimetic jokes were made. (love that I have to clarify that. Thanks, Cat Ess.)

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Great food & service. Cool atmosphere. And open mic night was a hoot!

★★★★
December 22, 2022

Always a fun atmosphere at Lou Dawgs, great food and drink with live music every week.

★★★
December 22, 2022

The atmosphere and service is okay at best but the food has improved. You re still a 3 star restaurant. I want to give you a higher rating, however, it needs to be justified.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Everything was great except we had made a reservation for a booth, but when we got there, it had been double-booked. We got suitable replacement seating, and the staff were very apologetic. Parking: Theres a fair bit of parking just outside on Main St. You pay until 4:30 pm, then its free.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

And a great Patio on Oak St and Main. Good Service.

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Owner seems super nice, punk show was great.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Great selection, portion size and super friendly service.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Wonderful weekday meal deals. Great live music on the weekends.

★★★
December 22, 2022

Staff was very inviting and friendly. Made sure to apologize for any wait. Maybe 25 mins to wait for food with 3 other tables total for lunch which wasnt too long. Only thing that was relatively warm was the smash burger from our order. Food is mediocre, maybe just not for me. Southern food? But wheres the southern flavor

★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

First time I went shortly after it opened, the food was great after a long wait. When I went back I was disappointed and wasnt nearly as good as I remembered.

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Amazing place to eat and drink in North Bay. Menu is great and they often have live music. Prices are middle of the road.

Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Went out with large group of friends, food was dry, cold, and tasted frozen and overcooked. Service was unsatisfactory, not recommended Don t WASTE your money.

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Great food.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Always the best - Great food, employees and owner - Keep up the great work - its working for you!