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The Lucky Monk, South Barrington, IL

The Lucky Monk

4.5
4.5
3318 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
19:00
Booked 16 times today
  • Great for craft beers
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Lively
When you name your restaurant after Trappist monks who've spent centuries perfecting their craft, you're serious about your beer. That's why we hired a master to craft our house brews and why our beer list spans the globe. With everything from refreshing pilsners that match the lightness of our thin-crust pizza to dark, rich ales that stand up to our decadent burgers, you're certain to find a new favorite at The Lucky Monk. We're sure that our Prime beef burgers — served with hand-cut fries — will be the juiciest you've ever had. Our other house specialty is pizza. It is crisp and generously topped with fresh ingredients. And we round out our menu with vibrant, flavorful salads; a handful of classic, satisfying American entrées; and some sweet surprises.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Brewery
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 11:00–22:00
  • Phone number
    (847) 898-0500
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    https://www.ezcater.com/brand/the-lucky-monk
  • Private party facilities
    The Abbey Room, our Private room, seats up to 55 people. We also have The LaTrappe Room, our semi-private, which seats 36 people. Our Priory Room connecting to the Pergola offers seating up to 30 people. Our Outdoor Patio can seat up to 100 people and is open weather-permitting.
  • Area
    South Barrington
  • Cross Street
    Barrington Road and Route 90
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Public transit
    We are located at the intersection of 90 and Barrington Road, right next to the AMC Movie Theater.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 3,318 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Northwest Suburbs

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Lucky Monk shines with "great food and service," offering a delightful tavern experience with standout burgers, craft beers, and flavorful appetizers like the pretzel and Chicken Poblano Chili. The atmosphere is relaxed, with a charming outdoor seating area. Despite occasional service delays, it remains a favorite for its "delicious" offerings and attentive staff.

3,318 Reviews
  1. Maria

    VIP

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server was exceptionally attentive to our family gathering. We are very grateful for her service!!!!

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  2. John

    VIP

    Chicago

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on 15 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and service were excellent. I'm going back soon!

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  3. Alan

    VIP

    Chicago

    269 reviews

    4.0

    269 reviews

    Dined on 14 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We were disappointed that the restaurant didn’t offer the beer flights since the brew master was replaced. But the guest IPA brew was still good. And the bam bam shrimp was very good.

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  4. Bill

    Chicago

    51 reviews

    5.0

    51 reviews

    Dined on 10 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Very good burgers. Server was excellent. We were catching up with friends; she let us talk but was attentive with drinks and food orders.

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  5. Vikki

    Chicago

    6 reviews

    1.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 8 December 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    The brews were all different (why we came). No original LM brews :( The waiter couldn't bring a glass of Barbera or a coke. Then, my girlfriend ordered a burger PLAIN just bacon and BBQ sauce. It came no bacon no BBQ sauce fully dressed. Idk what was going on. I felt bad that one of my friends ordered a burger well done and it came so pink I wouldn't eat it and I do med rare. I just felt bad overall bc this place was my idea and it sucked. We used to love coming here. Service food and drinks were all bad last night though

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  6. Caryn

    Chicago

    9 reviews

    4.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 7 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    I loved the holiday ambiance and decor, it was beautiful and festive. Unfortunately there was not enough parking and resulted in circling the lot with many other vehicles. Many of the patrons, including myself, had to park over by the theater instead. I had a reservation at 6:45pm, but we didn’t get seated until 7:15. After being seated the rest of our night was great! Good food and service.

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  7. Timothy

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 3 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Mario is a fantastic server. It is good to hear they are bringing back house made beers.

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  8. Meghan

    London

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on 26 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Such great, courteous service. It was a busy night. Our server, Donny, was always there to make sure we got everything we need!

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  9. Shannon

    VIP

    Chicago

    22 reviews

    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on 24 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Something for everyone on the menu The deserts are wonderful Comfortable atmosphere Staff always so friendly

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  10. Brianne

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 16 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    At the time of my visit the Lucky Monk was in the process of switching out their brewing options and were unfortunately out of a lot of options. The food was good, but several people from my party experienced stomach upset after their meal.

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FAQs

The Lucky Monk offers delivery in partnership with Chow Now. The Lucky Monk also offers takeaway which you can order by calling the restaurant at (847) 898-0500.

The Lucky Monk is rated 4.5 stars by 3318 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 16 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for The Lucky Monk

105 Hollywood Blvd., South Barrington, IL 60010

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Barrington Road and Route 90
  • Area
    South Barrington
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 11:00–22:00
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Brewery
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Public transit
    We are located at the intersection of 90 and Barrington Road, right next to the AMC Movie Theater.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (847) 898-0500
  • Catering
    https://www.ezcater.com/brand/the-lucky-monk
  • Private party facilities
    The Abbey Room, our Private room, seats up to 55 people. We also have The LaTrappe Room, our semi-private, which seats 36 people. Our Priory Room connecting to the Pergola offers seating up to 30 people. Our Outdoor Patio can seat up to 100 people and is open weather-permitting.
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