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Monelli's

3.8 (250 reviews)
Open 11:00 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)
Updated 1 month ago

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Casual
Moderate noise
Good for groups
Happy hour specials

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Jaelyn S.

Monelli's I enjoyed my food & time so much I almost turned this review into a love poem. Anyway, absolutely best Italian dishes I've personally had in a very long time. Literally stopped at Monelli's randomly while on the way to Chicago & it was so good there was no other option but to stop and dine in again with Monelli's on my way back from Chicago. I mean, pastas and the sauces cooked to perfection. Lasagna was amazing and will definitely get you full! Very nice sized plates overall. Both experiences I've had at Monelli's were 5 star experiences. The service was quick and friendly. They were somewhat busy both of my visits but I like that they have two separate dining rooms based on the atmosphere you prefer. On one side it's more of sports bar vibes with games on tvs and the other side is more of a standard dining room with a little less distraction around. I sat in both areas and both were very pleasant. Am I crazy to drive 2 and a half hours just to go eat at Monelli's? Probably. But am I crazy and will I actually do it? Probably. It'd be so worth it. Thank you, Monelli's!!

Caesar w chicken. Two meatballs.
Erik F.

The large bar area was packed (two empty seats)... and still I was warmly greeted by Kenzie and Ashley within seconds! I had to put something green in my body, so I opted for the usual Caesar w chicken and a couple meatballs for a side. I know it's a basic requirement, however high praise for the bartop being freshly wiped and the bonus of the hustle of the bar team. One star deduct for a "too wet" caesar (seems to be a Midwest thing). I didn't need my extra side of dressing.

JoAnne R.

We brought our family from Chicago with us on this visit, and everything was terrific. The food was satisfying, the service was terrific, and the ambience was pleasing. Thanks for living up to our ecosystems!

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Joyce Z.

We love Monellis lasagna Classico! Our grandson loves the pizza rolls appetizer, and our grand daughter loves the fettuccine Alfredo! Great Italian restaurant. There is a sports bar side and a restaurant side. The restaurant side has a fireplace!

Red Sangria
Ree T.

This is a cool spot to watch the game. Looking for a place with decent food and the game, this is where we landed. Even with being busy the service was pretty good. I had a salad with a Sangria. The sangria which was my second drink choice was good. The berry martini which was my first drink choice tasted like medicine. Th salad was fresh tasting and the vinegarette was alright. The calamari came out quickly and was good. I would go back.

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Jack K.

Honestly, this is the best sports bar around. If you're looking for a good place to watch a game, have a large menu where they execute most everything well, and have a great servers and bartenders... look no further! I saw an article recently dubbing this spot as the highest grossing bar in Kzoo county and I get why... come in and give it a shot!

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The food here is amazing the staff is always nice i love how you can go to the sports bar or dining room love it here would 100% recommend

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We're loving everything. The service is amazing and the crew is so friendly and fast not very long of wait time

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A Sports Bar with good food & service. We enjoy the separate dinning room when we want pease & quiet.

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Food and service were excellent! Really enjoyed the fun atmosphere. A gem we didn't know about. We will be back often.

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Best food, good service, and great atmosphere love the staff never had a bad experience

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Prices have gotten out of control. And they've stopped their biggest draw...their Italian buffet. Not worth it anymore.

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