Place Category: American, Outside Dining, Raw Seafood Bar, and Steakhouses
Located across the street from the San Diego Convention Center, two blocks from Petco Park and nestled underneath the iconic entrance to the Gaslamp Quarter, Lou & Mickey’s has been Downtown San Diego’s favorite steakhouse for over a decade. The restaurant was recently renovated, yet still magically transports you to another time. Whether you’re a Ribeye fanatic or a Wagyu lover, this timeless steakhouse is a true meat destination.
Lou & Mickey's is located in the heart of downtown San Diego, at the entrance to the historic Gaslamp Quarter. The restaurant is directly across the street from the San Diego Convention Center, two blocks from the Padres’ home Petco Park, and within walking distance of many hotels and area attractions. The menu features premium seafood, prime steaks, oysters and raw bar, pasta dinners and exotic drinks in a relaxed and inviting setting. Private and semi-private dining rooms provide a classic and comfortable backdrop for entertaining large and small groups alike. The restaurant offers a variety of customized lunch, dinner and reception menus to suit your special occasion and budget. Wireless internet, audio-visual equipment, and full restaurant buy-outs are also available.
Private Dining Options
Salon
120 Standing | 100 Seated
The Semi-Private Salon seats up to 100 guests and is located in our main dining room.Red Room
45 Standing | 45 Seated
The Private Red Room seats up to 45 Guests and is a welcoming space perfect for entertaining clients, celebrating a special occasion, or hosting a meeting. It is attached to a heated and covered private patio, ideal for parties who want to host a cocktail reception before their event or extend the celebration afterwards.Red Patio
80 Standing | 70 Seated
The Red Patio is a heated and covered space perfect for outdoor entertaining year-round. It seats up to 70 guests and looks out to the San Diego Convention Center located across the street. The Private Red Patio connects to the Main Dining Room and the Private Red Room. This area has an optional restaurant private entry and is well-suited for receptions, hospitality suites, and social events.Sketch Room
30 Standing | 30 Seated
The Semi-Private Sketch Room is an inviting alcove filled with hand-drawn illustrations. It seats up to 30 Guests and is adjacent to the main dining room.Main Patio
120 Standing | 100 Seated
The Front Patio is a vibrant outdoor area steps away from the historic sign welcoming guests to the famed Gaslamp Quarter. It seats up to 100 guests and is ideal for experiencing the city’s lively sights and sound while enjoying prime steak, choice seafood and exotic drinks.