BuffaLouie's
RestaurantsIndiana, United States11-50 Employees
BuffaLouie’s is a Bloomington, Indiana restaurant focused on locally inspired, made-to-order meals using original family recipes. Founded by Jay Lieser, the concept honors his grandfather Louie Lieser, with a family-driven history that expanded from a campus-area location to the Gables Building, and later to a new Carmel, Indiana location to extend its reach into the Indy metro area. The business centers on fresh ingredients and a family-friendly dining experience, emphasizing welcoming service and menu items that reflect its roots. The current operators, Ed and Jaimie Schwartzman, have managed the store since 2006, maintaining the establishment’s traditional offerings while pursuing growth through expansion. In the broader restaurant industry, BuffaLouie’s positions itself as a recognizable local option for casual dining, repeatedly receiving recognition for its wing offerings from national outlets. A notable recent development is the opening of a new location in Carmel in 2023, signaling ongoing expansion beyond Bloomington. }