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The Lucky Monk, South Barrington, IL
The Lucky Monk, South Barrington, IL
The Lucky Monk, South Barrington, IL
The Lucky Monk, South Barrington, IL
The Lucky Monk, South Barrington, IL

The Lucky Monk

4.5
4.5
3346 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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Booked 8 times today
  • Good for groups
  • Lively
  • 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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What 3,346 people are saying

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

NoiseModerate

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  • Northwest Suburbs

    Lively

Review summary

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The Lucky Monk offers a warm, inviting atmosphere with "great food" and "excellent service." Its menu variety caters to diverse tastes, including vegetarian options. While craft beer availability has been inconsistent, the restaurant consistently delights with "delicious" burgers and standout appetizers. A family-friendly spot, it's perfect for gatherings and celebrations.
3,346 Reviews
  1. Grant

    VIP

    Chicago

    9 reviews

    3.0

    9 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Been coming here since we moved to the area in 2012 and it used to be a favorite, but there has been a slow and steady decline in food quality. This visit, the fish and chips were 60% batter, the reg and truffle fries were either over cooked or had been sitting too long and were hardish and not great (usually the truffle fries are a highlight for me). My smash burger was ok, should have got the regular burger I would usually get when I get a burger, which is always delicious. The cheese curds are and always have been delicious and the obsidian(sp?) Stout was great. Service was a little forgetful, but engaging and had a great personality. Ambiance is always great!!

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  2. Vito

    VIP

    Chicago

    96 reviews

    5.0

    96 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great place, great food and service. Got to get the pretzel!! Amazing! Great beer that they brew in site.

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  3. Susan

    VIP

    Chicago

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was great. Service was a little slow but server was overloaded. Very busy.

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  4. Brittany

    Chicago

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    It's always a great time at The Lucky Monk! The food here is delicious, and they do a great job keeping their menu fresh.

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  5. Sharon

    Chicago

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was good. Server was attentive and offered good suggestions. Will definitely be back!

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  6. John

    VIP

    Chicago

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on February 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A consistent restaurant with good food and service.

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  7. Matt

    New Orleans

    30 reviews

    4.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The restaurant was over booked on Valentines Day. We were seated 20 minutes after our reservation at a high-top table by the bar. Our server Mario was excellent & made up for the delays with the kitchen.

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  8. Susan

    Chicago

    36 reviews

    5.0

    36 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service from our waitress Sam. Timing of food delivery was a little slow but it was very busy for Valentine’s Day so that was understandable. Always a great meal at Lucky Monk.

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  9. Adam

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a fantastic experience celebrating Valentine’s Day as a family!  The staff was phenomenal and the owners were engaging and incredibly accommodating - they even brought our kids a complementary dessert for the celebration! We’ve been coming here for years and have always enjoyed our experience. The food and drinks are terrific and highly recommended, don’t miss your opportunity to experience The Lucky Monk! 

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  10. Veronica

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Such a wonderful and pleasant birthday dinner. Food was delicious Service was on point We all had a wonderful night. Thank you Love this place

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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 3346 OpenTable diners.

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

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105 Hollywood Blvd., South Barrington, IL 60010

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  • 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
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
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