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    Monarch & Lion

    4.1 (260 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Honey Sriracha wings
    Ken A.

    Stopped in for some drinks and apps on a Wednesday evening. Fairly eclectic menu to match the decor of the space. Service was friendly, if not, a bit sporadic, but the food and drinks were all on point. I had a Maple Old Fashioned and my wife had the Naughty Bird as we ventured through our shared plates. The wings were perfectly crispy and juicy, scotch egg well prepared, and the chili cheese naan was soft, chewy and delicious when dipped into the accompanying chutney sauce. There was a 4% restaurant surcharge automatically added to the bill, so we adjusted our tip accordingly.

    Mayuri A.

    We were a big party at Monarch and Lion and the server was able to accommodate us well. They have great fusion dishes and we were excited to try them all. We got the 1000 layer potatoes, chili cheese naan, paneer and mango salad, steak frites, truffle mushroom pie, paneer tikka masala, charcoal grilled garlic naan, paneer tacos, black lentil daal and the date sticky toffee cake. Yes, we went all out! I honestly loved some of the dishes and the others were a miss for me. The 1000 layer potatoes, chili cheese naan, paneer and mango salad and date sticky toffee cake were insanely delicious. The paneer tacos, truffle mushroom pie and the black lentil daal were a miss for me. The cocktails were great and we tried a bunch of them! The ambience is very chic and moody, which I loved. Will definitely be back for my favorites!

    Gave us plastic while others got real glasses
    Natasha B.

    I cannot begin to describe how horrible this experience was. Went here on st pattys weekend for dinner for a friend. It was pretty busy an hectic but as the night went on, it got calmer and more quaint/elegant. The waiter we had, who apparently is also the supervisor was EXTREMELY rude, condescending, passive aggressive. He seemed young, name was victor (atleast that's what he told us). He didn't check on his and other staff had to pick up his slack and he reeked of weed. I plan on calling management about him because it really ruined our experience. Will not be back

    Non alcoholic drink
    Dasha B.

    The food was amazing! I am so glad that found this place on Resy app. This restaurant was busy, so we had to wait a bit, but it was worth it!

    French Dip Sandwich is amazing

    Love this place and the food is great, but the bartender with the black hat who looks like the Costco guy "Big Justice" completely ruins the experience every time. He genuinely does not understand how to bartend or interact with customers. Constantly making inappropriate comments to people at the bar, including the guys he works with, and somehow manages to make everyone uncomfortable. And it's not just me -- plenty of people around Streeterville say the same thing. Every time he's working, the vibe instantly goes downhill. I've brought friends here before and they all asked what this guy's deal was. Really disappointing because I actually love this spot, but I refuse to come back while he's behind the bar.

    mushroom Shephard's pie
    Aimee B.

    Came in after just arriving in Chicago and was hungry. There was a large group of us and they were able to get us seated right away. There was a good selection of food to chose from and everyone was able to find something. I chose the mushroom Shephard's pie. It was delicious, full of mushrooms, light puffed pastry, and super hot. One of the kids had plain wings and the order was so large she could not finish them. The other kid had the calamari - which she thought was delicious. The decor was clean, warm and inviting. They have various size tables to accommodate different size parties. There are a few TVs as well to watch any events happening.

    Truffle Mushroom Pie, Chicken Tikka Masala, Charcoal Grilled Garlic Naan
    Chaitra R.

    Lighting was perfect for a gloomy evening, especially sitting by the fireplace. Unfortunately, the waiter took about 15-20 minutes to get our orders for drinks and food. After the minor hiccup, everything went smoothly. Thousand layer potatoes and mushroom truffle pot pie were delicious!

    Negroni

    My wife and I have become regulars here. Monarch & Lion has quickly become one of our favorite spots in Chicago. The atmosphere strikes the perfect balance between cozy British pub and upscale cocktail bar, making it great whether you're stopping in for drinks or staying for dinner. The staff has always been welcoming, attentive, and genuinely friendly, which makes the experience feel personal every time. The cocktails are excellent, the food is consistently great, and the overall vibe feels both lively and comfortable without being overwhelming. What really makes the place great are the staff which have become like family. Thank you Mike, Jordan, Joey, Lupe, Adam, Chente, and everyone else for making us feel at home every time we come!

    Chili Cheese Naan
    Rupali K.

    Big space inside with bar tables. Service was slow even with less crowd. Veg food review out of 5 Kingston mocktail - 2 - drinks spills out of glass and was at room temperature. Not the drink feeling Old fashion - 4 1000 layers of potato - 5 - tasty with right level of cheese sauce Mushroom pot pie - 1 - too much cheese, hard to find any mushroom. They did remove from our bill which was kind gesture Chilling cheese kulcha - 3.5 - not same flavor as Roop sister restaurant Black daal - 3.5 Charred garlic Naan- 4

    Ozzie T.

    Our party of 10 had a great time at Monarch & Lion. We stopped by for a late lunch to catch up with a friend who recently got engaged. The ambience is cozy with the fireplace and holiday decorations. I loved that the plates are unique bone china. They have great cocktail list. Here's what we tried : black & red Bloody Mary (with Guinness!!), pornstar martini (comes with a prosecco chaser), old fashioned, Kensington gardens, naughty bird and bottomless mimosas! I ordered the nachos and the chicken tikka masala. Both gluten free. Very good for pub food. Also, our server said that the meat is halal, good to know! For dessert, our friends tried the sticky cake and loved it. Our server was very attentive. Overall we had a great experience here!

    Burger, fantastic!
    Patrick S.

    We were greeted warmly & immediately upon our arrival by Travis who steered us to a great table by the fireplace. The lunch special is reasonably priced at $18 and portions large enough to be shared, especially the club sandwich which was especially generous (and tasty!). The food quality and presentation is excellent. The fries are very flavorful. I would, however, forgo the brisket burger utterly as it is served w a lot of coleslaw-like dressing that, combined with the soft bun, caused it to look messy and make it hard to eat. Especially compared to the club sandwich with its crisp toast & minimal dressing. On the upside, Chef cooked it to a perfect medium rare. For overall ambiance, service, variety, and food taste, the Monarch is simply a not miss! Thank you everyone! Appreciatively, Patrick Shaughnessy Chicago, IL

    Fish and Chips 10/10
    Emeri Q.

    Perfect time to visit during lent season ha..ha the fish n chips is phenomenal here. The vibe is chill and glad to find a good British pub around downtown Chicago. They are in inkind so that's a big plus. Will be back for sure for their cocktails .

    Bottomless Mimosas
    Joneice B.

    Sleek British establishment with some serious drinks. We were in the Streeterville area and wanted to grab some yummy food. This place had reasonably priced mimosas and brunch options so we came here. Ultimately we didn't even get brunch goods as there were some tempting items on the menu. I grabbed the chicken pot pie which was flavorful, fluffy and had a creamy consistency. I would give the taste of the Chicken Pot Pot a solid 5 stars. Now I will say, for the price point, it wasn't much food. I ate all my pot pie and was full but no leftovers. While it looks big, it is not a heavy dish and more fillo crust than pie crust. My husband grabbed the traditional fish and chips and he was overjoyed with his selection. The fish quality was better than your typical white fish. It is battered in house which is preferred over a deep fried frozen option. This establishment has a full bar. They had some specialty cocktails that are associated with traditional British drinks such as Pimm's cup, Blackberry Reviver, Royal Negroni, and Red + Black Spicy Bloody Mary. I got the unlimited mimosa and my husband got Maple Old Fashioned which was made with Coconut-Washed Bourbon, Coffee, Maple, Bitters, Ice. Cocktails were delicious and the quality of bubbles for the Mimosa was excellent. Hands down I would come back to this restaurant. I would love to try Prime Rib Sandwich and the Shepherds Pie. Also the desserts looked good as they have bread pudding and proper tea service. I would check this place out and it really a great find near downtown.

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    Ask the Community - Monarch & Lion

    Is their meat halal?

    I am not too sure but if I was to take a guess, it probably won't be halal.

    When are you opening?

    Est June 28th 2023

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