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The Lucky Monk, South Barrington, IL

The Lucky Monk

4.6
4.6
3358 Reviews
$30 and under
American
105 Hollywood Blvd., South Barrington, IL 60010

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 18 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • 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.

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
  • 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.
  • Delivery & takeout
  • 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

What 3,358 people are saying

The Lucky Monk reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Northwest Suburbs

    Hot spot

  • Northwest Suburbs

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Lucky Monk promises a lively atmosphere with "great service" and "delicious food." Guests rave about the "outstanding" burgers and the "fantastic" pretzel. The staff is attentive, ensuring a memorable experience even during busy times. While some miss their craft beers, the varied menu and cozy environment consistently delight diners.

3,358 Reviews
  1. Rob VIP

    Chicago77 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Quick and efficient service- food came quick and was prepared well! Enjoyed our dinning experience

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  2. Maryann VIP

    Chicago21 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Upon our arrival the restaurant was really busy . The manager that was duty I noticed was working well with the staff. The place was hopping people were really happy with everything running smoothly as saw with my viewing.

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  3. Karen

    Chicago354 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My husband tried the special of the day and totally enjoyed it.

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  4. Finette VIP

    Chicago23 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 8, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Our server was terrific & made sure we made it in plenty of time to the movie. Food was delicious.

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  5. Christine VIP

    Chicago105 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Just wish their own beers would be back. Each time they tells us another week or so. That’s been Dec.2024z Food is delicious!!
    The Lucky MonkResponded on April 6, 2025
    Hi Christine! We do have 4 of our beers on draft. We've got a hefeweizen called Hefway There, a hazy IPA called And So It Begins, a west coast IPA called Dry Wave Distinction and another hazy IPA with different notes from the other called Trial and Error. We have them listed on our smaller menu and on the TV by the front door and by the bar. We'd love for you to try them and we're so glad you enjoyed our food! Thank you for your feedback!

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  6. Donna

    Chicago3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Enjoyed a cocktail, great conversation, and yummy shrimp tacos with my niece. Elote is always fabulous too. Great atmosphere and service.

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  7. Barbara VIP

    Chicago2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We enjoy Lucky Monk. Good food, drink, and service. I’ve been busy during happy hour, so noisier than usual. 

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  8. Maggie

    Chicago4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Enjoyed lunch catching up with friends. Server didnt rush us, but meals were quick after we ordered

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  9. L. Curtis

    Chicago12 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 22, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service was great. The food was Ok (the Bang Bang Shrimp lacked "bang" and the burger was good, not outstanding).

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  10. Glammytotalexperience VIP

    Chicago14 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 19, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Our waiter Danato was very good! Very personable and great service!

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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 4.6 stars by 3358 OpenTable diners.

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

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  2. United States
  3. Chicago / Illinois
  4. Northwest Suburbs
  5. South Barrington

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 18 times today
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
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Phone number
  • 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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