Louis Pizza more than just a slice

The walls at Louis show just how important the restaurant is to the community. They serve as a museum to its own history and accomplishments. Pictures of ex-Mayor Jim Watson enjoying the pizza, a framed letter from the 29^th American Ambassador David Jacobson commending the service and food, and even an original menu from the1960’s, the pricing on this menu highlights just how long Louis has been standing. 60 cents for a steak dinner.

The building itself has an interesting story as well. “It was originally a house that my great great uncle louis turned into a restaurant because nothing else was around in Vanier at the time,” said Tahan.

Even during the pandemic Louis managed to fight on. The restaurant sold takeaway make your own pizza boxes. The restaurant has a picture of Jim Watson’s tweet showing his ingredient box on Twitter.

The Louis experience is important to the community and the people who work there. The love for the place is seen in each of the employees and customers faces. “I love being in the restaurant business, especially when it is with my family like this and with how much we take pride in delivering a quality product to the community. It feels really important that this place is here,” said Tahan.

When asked about what the future of Louis holds Moe Saab laughed and replied “hopefully another 65 years.”