LOU'S BLUES

LOU'S BLUES lands in the middle of the pack: a B health grade at 83/100 from its most recent inspection on March 17, 2026.

Inspectors cited 1 high-priority, 2 intermediate, and 3 basic violations. That puts it safer than 22% of Brevard County restaurants we grade. Diner rating: 4.5 from 3,559 reviews. Menus here flag options for pescatarian diners.

B · 83/100 · safer than 22% of Brevard County restaurants we grade

Get directions Call (321) 779-2299

Restaurant details

Health grade
B (83/100)
Violations
6 total — 1 high-priority, 2 intermediate, 3 basic
Address
3191 N HWY A1A, Indialantic, FL
Cuisine
American
Categories
Bar & grill, American restaurant, Bar, Restaurant, Seafood restaurant
Price
$20–30
Rating
4.5 stars (3559 reviews)
Neighborhood
Canova Beach
Seats
90
Phone
(321) 779-2299
Website
Official website
Photo of LOU'S BLUES
Photo: Lou's Blues Bar & Grill

Community Rating

Reviews via Google
4.5 Community-sourced rating 3,559 reviews
Read all reviews on Google →

What diners say — our read

Service dominates the conversation here — it comes up in 45% of the 20 reviews. Reviewers who mention service rate this place 4.0 on average — it is working in the restaurant’s favour.

If you had to pick one number to represent this corpus it would be 5, the most frequently given rating (13 reviews). The split is 16 positive to 3 negative across 20 rated reviews, with 1 in the middle. One subject never comes up here: plate size.

The inspection lands in between as well: DBPR graded this kitchen a B (83/100), citing 1 high-priority, 2 intermediate, and 3 basic violations. DBPR last walked in on March 17, 2026. On health score it sits safer than 22% of the Brevard County restaurants we grade. The citations behind that grade include food from approved source and food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized.

Both measures agree, which is the least complicated version of this page. Everything above is computed from the 20 reviews reproduced below.

Our own analysis of 20 reviews for this restaurant, set against its Florida DBPR inspection record. How we calculate grades →

  • June 30, 2026

    Lou’s was great. The food was fantastic and the place was a lot of fun, not too hot and easy to get in and out.

  • June 29, 2026

    This place is my go to! $3 drafts everyday, also cant beat the view and the ocean breeze!

  • June 28, 2026

    The only reason I’m giving four stars is because of the karaoke host Cindy who is amazing and does a great show and the BAR staff at Lou’s. The owner or manager dude is rude and extremely unprofessional. I threw a 50 year anniversary party surprise party for my parents who used to frequent Lou’s blues up until they moved two years ago. Told them ahead of time that we would have people there for this party and was told sure no problem. I get there to start decorating cause I saw that there was reserve signs on the table for me and as the cake is being put on a table in the section that I had people coming to. I was told that oh I’m sorry we don’t make money off these cupcakes. They need to be moved. All the stuff on the tables need to be moved. I’m very disappointed in how he approached me with that. It was rude those cupcakes on those tables, he kept saying he wasn’t gonna make any money off of, but the fact that I was bringing in at least 40 people from out of town that never go to lous and were only there for my parents party, he was most certainly making money off of. They were buying LOTS of drinks and they were buying food. Not say Lou’s doesn’t do good with a crowd but our party were their customers that night. They were paying for stuff. I don’t know what his name was Mike Marc Mark maybe, I don’t know if he’s the new owner, but he is extremely rude. He could have approached me very differently. Funny thing is people that sat in those seats at the table where I was…

  • June 27, 2026

    The live music is amazing

  • June 24, 2026

    Great food right on the beach.

  • June 23, 2026

    We enjoy the 3$ beers once in a while. The seafood is great. I would like the burgers to be a little bigger. Always have on good music and the atmosphere is friendly.

  • June 20, 2026

    One would think that Lou’s Blues of all places would honor veterans with a discount when they patronize their establishment even when we showed the “manager” on Google that it stated they DO. They said you can’t go by what Google says however literally as soon as we got home and Googled it again it said they DON’T have a veterans discount so they obviously were able to change that immediately. They have a sign on the back of their building “thanking” veterans for their service but it’s really not enough. Do better Lou’s Blues! You had two veterans that ate at your establishment that won’t be back. The food was so mediocre anyway that there’s really no reason to go back anyway.

  • June 18, 2026

    Spoke with staff prior to going upstairs to order food and drinks. It was me, husband, 18 year old son and dog. We get upstairs, wait for staff to notice us. Finally my son flagged down a server who informed us we couldn't be served because on the patio you had to be 21 or over. 😒 Waste of time Update, years later, tried this place again. Went by myself. I went upstairs to sit outside to enjoy the weather. Service wasn't that great. Didn't stay long.

  • June 17, 2026

    Great place for music , service and food. And the atmosphere is always interesting.

  • June 16, 2026

    Dirty bingo on Monday nights is the highlight of my week!

  • June 11, 2026

    Took forever to get served! Have to be a guy when the bartender is female and flirting with the men!

  • June 10, 2026

    The best burgers and margaritas around

  • June 9, 2026

    Great place for live music and top shelf bartenders.

  • June 8, 2026

    Great food. Fun place

  • June 7, 2026

    Great food, awesome drinks, amazing vibe! From trivia nights to karaoke and live music this place is always a good time and has phenomenal service!

  • June 6, 2026

    Server never introduced herself, only checked back with us once. My husband told her we were here celebrating our 32nd wedding anniversary and her response was I believe it (rude). Husband had the burger and added the avocado salsa said it was very good though the bun was soggy and un-ediable. I had the lou's mild wings that had no flavor at all. The chips with blue cheese are very good.The fries were great! The dragins lemonade a $12 drink was watery and definitely not good. When I was a server I would always sign the receipts with a special note of thanks and my name. Its a shame how servers today don't seem to care.

  • June 5, 2026

    There's always bands or good music, everyone always happy having a good time, no matter what age, we love this place

  • June 5, 2026

    I love this place always welcoming great service and entertainment. Convenient for a refreshment on the beach as well.

  • June 3, 2026

    Perfevt little spot right by the beach!!! It's always a stop for us when in the area!!!

  • May 31, 2026

    Absolutely epic dive bar. Takes it to a new level. So much fun. And the service is surprisingly good. Highly recommend

Overall Score

55 / 100

  • Health inspection grade 30/40
    Grade B
  • Dietary transparency 3/20
    1 option listed
  • Community rating 18/20
    4.5★ average
  • Hidden-gem status 0/10
    Not flagged
  • Track record 4/10
    Stable, 0% clean

Composite score from health grade, dietary options, ratings, and inspection record — distinct from the state-derived health grade.

Opening hours

Monday
11 AM to 11 PM
Tuesday
11 AM to 11 PM
Wednesday
11 AM to 12 AM
Thursday
11 AM to 12 AM
Friday
11 AM to 2 AM
Saturday
11 AM to 2 AM
Sunday
11 AM to 11 PM

Inspection history

The following records are from Florida DBPR public inspection records, most recent first.

  1. March 17, 2026 · Routine - Food

    Inspection Completed - No Further Action

    1 high-priority · 2 intermediate · 3 basic

    • 01 — Food from approved source; safe, unadulterated, sound condition (×2)
    • 14 — Food-contact & nonfood-contact surfaces properly designed/maintained
    • 22 — Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized
    • 23 — Nonfood-contact surfaces clean
    • 31 — Handwash sinks accessible; handwashing supplies & sign provided
  2. September 22, 2025 · Routine - Food

    Inspection Completed - No Further Action

    1 high-priority · 1 intermediate · 4 basic

    • 08 — Cross-contamination: raw foods separated; food protected during prep/storage
    • 14 — Food-contact & nonfood-contact surfaces properly designed/maintained
    • 22 — Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized
    • 31 — Handwash sinks accessible; handwashing supplies & sign provided
    • 40 — Employee personal belongings
    • 51 — Other conditions of sanitary & safe operation

Safer options nearby

Higher-graded restaurants close to LOU'S BLUES, by Florida DBPR grade:

  • BEST CHINESE RESTAURANT OF CHEN'S INC

    4.1★ 0.1 mi away

  • FAT DONKEY INDIAN HARBOUR BEACH

    4.5★ 0.2 mi away

  • MCDONALD'S #10061

    3.8★ 0.2 mi away

This grade is calculated by us from Florida DBPR public inspection records — Florida does not issue official grades. How we calculate it →

Data last updated: March 17, 2026