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The Lucky Monk, South Barrington, IL

The Lucky Monk

4.5
4.5
3326 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 8 times today
  • Lively
  • Good for groups
  • Great for craft beers
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 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (847) 898-0500
  • Website
    http://www.theluckymonk.com/
  • 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.
  • Location
    105 Hollywood Blvd., South Barrington, IL 60010
  • Neighborhood
    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, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

100% prime beef served with hand cut fries

Burgers

  • Classic$18.00

    Tillamook cheddar, lettuce, tomato, onion, pickle, sesame seed bun

    • Bourbon Monk Stout$18.00

      Tillamook cheddar, caramelized onions, bourbon stout glaze, tomato, pickles, lettuce, sesame seed bun

      • Smoke Daddy IPA BBQ$19.00

        Tillamook cheddar, Hopped up BBQ Sauce, bacon, mile high onion strings, lettuce, tomato, sesame seed bun

        • Swiss & Shroom$19.00

          Swiss, mushroom, bacon, lettuce, tomato, onion, sesame seed bun

          • The Southsider$18.00

            pepper jack, roasted poblano, crispy jalapenos, elotes, sesame seed bun

            Beef-Less

            • Turkey Club$17.00

              turkey burger, bacon, avocado, arugula, tomato, herb mayo, sesame seed bun

              • Holy Vegan$13.00

                Monk's homemade vegan patty, hummus, cucumber, red onion, arugula tossed in cilantro-lime vinaigrette, whole wheat bun

                Upgrades

                $3

                • Sweet Potato Fries

                  • Parmesan Truffle Fries

                    • Mixed Greens Side Salad

                      • Wisconsin Cheese Curds

                        • Loaded Fries

                          Wisconsin cheddar beer fondue, bacon bits, scallions, sour cream

                          • Caesar Side Salad

                            Lacinato kale, shaved parmesan, garlic croutons

                            • Chicken Poblano Chili

                              • Seasonal Fruit

                                • Elotes

                                  • Mac N' Cheese

                                    • Brussels Sprouts

                                      • Pickle Fries

                                        Beginnings

                                        • Bavarian Pretzel$17.00

                                          Wisconsin cheddar beer fondue, tomato fondue, cinnamon butter

                                          • Classic Jumbo Wings$15.00

                                            choice of BBQ or buffalo sauce, celery sticks, bleu cheese dressing

                                            • Wisconsin Cheese Curds$13.00

                                              beer-battered Wisconsin cheese, spicy dipping sauce, tomato fondue

                                              • Sprouts Skillet$10.00

                                                brussels sprouts, honey glace, cilantro

                                                • Classic Hummus$11.00

                                                  warm sea-salt flatbread, sweet red pepper, cucumber, kalamata olives, cherry tomatoes

                                                  • Pickle Fries$10.00

                                                    beer-battered pickles, chipotle ranch

                                                    • Trappist Trio$14.00

                                                      truffle fries, cheese curds, pickle fries, garlic aioli, chipotle ranch, tomato fondue

                                                      • Crisp Calamari$17.00

                                                        Point Judith calamari, giardiniera

                                                        Greens & Things

                                                        • Santa Fe Salad$17.00

                                                          romaine, spicy chicken breast, tomato, scallion, jicama, corn, black beans, avocado, cilantro-lime vinaigrette, tortilla strips, chipotle ranch drizzle

                                                          • Chopped Salad$17.00

                                                            grilled chicken, romaine, iceberg, cucumber, tomato, scallion, avocado, radish, corn, jicama, Danish blue cheese, bacon, crispy wonton strips, creamy mustard dressing

                                                            • Tuscan Kale Caesar$13.00

                                                              Lacinato kale, shaved parmesan, garlic croutons

                                                              • BBQ Chicken Salad$17.00

                                                                chopped lettuce tossed with chipotle ranch dressing, black bean and corn relish, tomatoes, cheddar cheese, seasoned chicken breast, crispy onion strings, BBQ sauce

                                                                • Chicken Poblano Chili

                                                                  white beans, sour cream, cilantro

                                                                  • Cup$5.00
                                                                  • Bowl$7.00

                                                                Tacos

                                                                • Baja Fish $15.00

                                                                  beer battered Alaskan cod, tomatillo Pico de gallo, red cabbage, chipotle aioli, corn tortillas, elotes

                                                                  • *Skirt Steak$16.00

                                                                    skirt steak, grilled poblano, pickled cabbage, chipotle aioli, cilantro, corn tortillas, elotes

                                                                    • Crispy Shrimp$15.00

                                                                      lightly fried shrimp, house slaw, pico, jalapeno aioli, mozzarella, corn tortillas, elotes

                                                                      Sandwiches

                                                                      served with hand cut fries

                                                                      • Nawlin's Chicken Sandwich$15.00

                                                                        Cajun chicken breast, pepper jack cheese, crispy onion strings, chili-garlic mayo, lettuce, tomato, brioche bun

                                                                        • Crispy Chicken Sandwich$15.00

                                                                          lettuce, tomato, pickle, herb mayo, brioche bun

                                                                          • Twisted Chicken Sandwich$15.00

                                                                            herb seasoned chicken breast, bacon, avocado, herb mayo, lettuce, tomato, brioche bun

                                                                            Pizza

                                                                            • Margherita$15.00

                                                                              fresh mozzarella, fresh basil, & tomatoes

                                                                              • Pepperoni$13.00

                                                                                mozzarella, provolone, jumbo pepperoni

                                                                                • Sausage, Peppers, & Onions$13.00

                                                                                  mild italian sausage, red and green peppers, sweet onions

                                                                                  • Four Cheese$11.00

                                                                                    pecerino, mozzarella, parmesan, provolone

                                                                                    Signatures

                                                                                    • Skillet Mac$15.00

                                                                                      parmesan crusted chicken breast, Monk's pepperjack mac and cheese, Cheeto herb crumbs

                                                                                      • Fish N Chips$17.00

                                                                                        beer-battered Alaskan cod, hand cut fries, cole slaw

                                                                                        • BBQ Salmon$19.00

                                                                                          cedar-plank roasted BBQ salmon, brussel sprouts, mashed cauliflower

                                                                                          • Steak Frites$19.00

                                                                                            8oz prime sirloin, truffle fries

                                                                                            Desserts

                                                                                            • Sticky Donuts$6.00

                                                                                              served with belgian chocolate, caramel and raspberry sauces

                                                                                              • Ice Cream Cake$8.00

                                                                                                choice of Burgundy Cherry Brownie or Cookies N' Cream

                                                                                                From Our Brewery

                                                                                                $9 Craft Beer Sampler Our signature drafts and the Monk's Choice. I know there are many options in Chicagoland when it comes to craft beer, thanks for letting The Lucky Monk and I explore unique ways to fill your glass with our brews. Cheers!

                                                                                                • Tritica Wheat Ale, Weiss Beer - 5.5% ABV / 15BU$5.50

                                                                                                  Our Weiss beer is an unfiltered, cloudy German wheat ale with a spicy banana bread flavor & a slight caramel finish, with no hop flavor or aroma

                                                                                                  • Hay-Z, New England IPA - 7.4% ABV / 52BU$7.00

                                                                                                    Our NEIPA is bursting with juicy hop flavor and aroma from a blend of American hops, which lends to fruity tropical notes and hazy appearance

                                                                                                    • Fallen Angel, Vienna-Style Lager - 6.3% ABV / 24BU$6.50

                                                                                                      A classic amber-style lager created in Austria which falls within the family of 'fest' beers.This lager has a slightly toasted, nutty, malt taste and very low bitterness

                                                                                                      • Confessional IPA American IPA - 6.4% ABV / 70BU$6.50

                                                                                                        This American IPA showcases Bravo, Cascade, Centennial & Citra hops. These hops give our IPA a well-balanced citrus, piney, floral & a slight spicy flavor & aroma

                                                                                                        • Solitude Stout, Oatmeal Stout- 6% ABV / 30BU$6.00

                                                                                                          Creamy in texture through the use of flaked oats in the mash. Moderate roasty bitterness flavors combine with subtle coffee and chocolate notes. Hopped just right for balance

                                                                                                          • Monk's Choice

                                                                                                            Our Brewmaster's seasonal offering.You never know what new tastes you'll find! A limited release of our latest seasonal beer, created from a unique recipe that only our Brewmaster knows. Pour & price may vary based on beer style

                                                                                                            • MKT

                                                                                                          Bottled Craft Beers

                                                                                                            Pilsner

                                                                                                            • Miller Lite (4.2%) Miller Brewing CO., USA$4.50

                                                                                                              • Coors Light (4.2%) Coors Brewing CO., USA$4.50

                                                                                                                • Heineken (5%) Heineken, Netherlands$5.50

                                                                                                                  • Heineken 0.0 (Non-Alcoholic) Heineken, Netherlands$6.00

                                                                                                                    • Krombacher Pils (4.8%) Krombacher, Krombach, Germany$5.50

                                                                                                                      • Stella Artois (4.8%) Inbev, Belgium$5.50

                                                                                                                        • Gold (4.2%) Saint Archer, San Diego, CA$5.00

                                                                                                                          • Corona (4.2%) Grupo Modelo, Mexico$5.50

                                                                                                                            Belgian

                                                                                                                            • Domaine Dupage (5.9%) Two Brothers Brewing, Warrenville, IL$6.00

                                                                                                                              • Tripel Ale (9%) Allagash Brewing CO., Portland, ME$8.50

                                                                                                                                • White Ale (4.9%) Hoegaarden, Inbev, Belgium$6.50

                                                                                                                                  • Sour Monkey (9.5%) Victory Brewing CO., Downington, PA$10.00

                                                                                                                                    • Barrel Aged Quadrupel (11.2%) Boulevard Brewing, Kansas City, MO$9.50

                                                                                                                                      • Apex Predetor Saison (6.8%) Off Color, Chicago, IL$7.00

                                                                                                                                        Brewer's Choice

                                                                                                                                        • Backwoods Bastard (11%) Founders Brewing, Grand Rapids, MI$9.00

                                                                                                                                          • Carmelized Churro Chocolate Porter (7.7%) Moody Tongue, Chicago, IL$10.00

                                                                                                                                            • Coconut Porter (5.3%) City Lights Brewing Co., Milwaukee, WI$6.50

                                                                                                                                              • Nitro Milk Stout (6%) Lefthand Brewing CO., Longmont, CO (16 oz Can)$7.00

                                                                                                                                                • Robert the Bruce Scottish Ale (6.5%) 3 Floyds, Munster, IN$7.00

                                                                                                                                                  • Wet Snout Peanut Butter Stout (5.9%) Sleepy Dog, Tempe, AZ$5.50

                                                                                                                                                    Cider & Seltzer

                                                                                                                                                    • Joker Dry Cider (6.9%) Ace, Sebastopol, CA$5.50

                                                                                                                                                      • Vandy Session Cider (4.3%) Vander Mill, Grand Rapids, MI$6.00

                                                                                                                                                        • Crisp Unfiltered (6%) Angry Orchard, Walden, NY$5.50

                                                                                                                                                          • White Claw Mango or Black Cherry (5%) Seltzer Works, Chicago, IL$5.00

                                                                                                                                                            • Black Widow Blackberry Cider (6%) Original Sin, New York, NY$7.00

                                                                                                                                                              • Pacific Pear (4.5%) Crispin Cider CO., Colfax, CA$6.00

                                                                                                                                                                • Blossom (6%) Right Bee Cider, Chicago, IL$5.50

                                                                                                                                                                  • Truly Pineapple or Wild Berry (5%) Boston Beer Company, Boston, MA$5.00

                                                                                                                                                                    Hoppy

                                                                                                                                                                    • Ninja VS. Unicorn (8%) Pipeworks Brewery, Chicago, IL (16 oz Can)$8.00

                                                                                                                                                                      • Giant Killer (6.7%) Scorched Earth Brewing, Algonquin, IL$6.50

                                                                                                                                                                        • Bodem IPA (6.7%) Half Acre, Chicago, IL$7.00

                                                                                                                                                                          • Slightly Mighty Lo-Cal IPA (4.%) Dogfish Head, Milton, DE$5.50

                                                                                                                                                                            • Can-O-Bliss Tropical IPA (7.2%) Oskar Blues, Longmont, CO$6.00

                                                                                                                                                                              • Mind Haze (6.2%) Firestone Walker, Paso Robles, CA$5.50

                                                                                                                                                                                • Hop Stoopid Imperial IPA (8%) Lagunitas, Chicago, IL$6.00

                                                                                                                                                                                  • Official Hazy IPA (6.4%) Bell's Brewery, Comstock, MI$6.50

                                                                                                                                                                                    Cocktails

                                                                                                                                                                                    • Old Fashioned$10.00

                                                                                                                                                                                      Few Rye Whiskey, Demerara Syrup, aromatic and Trans-Atlantic bitters, Filthy Black cherry

                                                                                                                                                                                      • Manhattan$10.00

                                                                                                                                                                                        Few Rye Whiskey, sweet vermouth aromatic, orange bitters

                                                                                                                                                                                        • Moscow Mule$9.00

                                                                                                                                                                                          Premium Vodka, fresh lime juice, and ginger beer

                                                                                                                                                                                          • Classic Martini$10.00

                                                                                                                                                                                            Chicago Home Gin or Chicago Home Vodka, dry vermouth, orange bitters, lemon oil

                                                                                                                                                                                            • El Confessional$10.00

                                                                                                                                                                                              El Jimador Tequila, Giffard creme de Pamplemouse, fresh lime juice, topped with our house-brewed Confessional IPA

                                                                                                                                                                                              • Forbidden Forest$9.00

                                                                                                                                                                                                Few Bourbon, Pama Liquor, fresh lemon juice, fresh lime juice, simple syrup agave nectar

                                                                                                                                                                                                • Blueberry Bramble$10.00

                                                                                                                                                                                                  Chicago Home Gin, fresh lemon juice, real blueberry puree, simple syrup, cardamom bitters

                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Cucumber Pomegranate Mojito$9.00

                                                                                                                                                                                                    Prairie Cucumber Vodka, Pama Liquor, Pomegranate juice, fresh lime juice, fresh mint, fresh cucumber

                                                                                                                                                                                                    Wines

                                                                                                                                                                                                      Whites

                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Caposaldo, Moscato, Italy$8.00

                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Mionetto, Prosecco Split, Italy$9.00

                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Ferrari-Carano, Dry Sangiovese Rosé, CA$10.00

                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Saint M., Riesling, WA$10.00

                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Barone Fini, Pinot Grigio Valdadige, Italy$8.50

                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Villa Maria, Sauvignon Blanc, New Zealand$9.00

                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Provenance, Sauvignon Blanc, CA$12.00

                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Hess Shirtail, Chardonnay, CA$9.00

                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Ferrari-Carano, Chardonnay, CA$12.00

                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Reds

                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Irony, Pinot Noir, CA$12.00

                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Firesteed, Pinot Noir, OR$9.00

                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Decoy, Merlot, CA$9.00

                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Seven Falls, Merlot, WA$11.00

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Amalaya, Malbec, Argentina$9.00

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Ferrari-Carano Siena, Red Blend, CA$12.00

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Josh, Cabernet, CA$10.00

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Roth, Cabernet CA$14.00

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • 7 Deadly Zins, Zinfandel, CA$10.00

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Last updated: January 15, 2024

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          What 3,326 people are saying

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Overall ratings and reviews

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          4.5
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          4.5 based on recent ratings
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • 4.5Food
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • 4.6Service
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • 4.4Ambience
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • 4.2Value

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Noise • Moderate

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Northwest Suburbs

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Review summary

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          The Lucky Monk offers a lively atmosphere with "great burgers and beer selection." Guests appreciate the "attentive staff" and the inviting outdoor dining area. While some experienced delays or noise, most found the food "delicious" and the service "excellent." The restaurant's varied menu and gluten-free options are a hit.

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          FAQs

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

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          The Lucky Monk is rated 4.5 stars by 3326 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
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          7:00 PM
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Booked 8 times today

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Google Map for The Lucky Monk

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          105 Hollywood Blvd., South Barrington, IL 60010

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Additional information

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Cross street
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Barrington Road and Route 90
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Neighborhood
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            South Barrington
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Hours of operation
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • 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, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Website
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            http://www.theluckymonk.com/
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • 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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