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Monarch & Lion, Chicago, IL

Monarch & Lion

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4.4 (129)
$30 and under
British
302 E Illinois St, Chicago, IL 60611-4304

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2 people
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19:00
Booked 30 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for groups
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Charming
Join us for a pint and elevated British and American pub fare, including modern takes on traditional fish and chips, shepherd's pie, and Chicken and Paneer Tikka Masala.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    British, Pub, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 10:00–00:00 Sun 10:00–22:00
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Delivery & takeout

Experiences

  • Late Night Menu

    Multiple dates available
    Weekends from 10:30pm - 11:45pm you can enjoy drinks and our Late Night menu including our most popular appetizers and Royal Brisket Burger. (last call for full dinner service is at 10:30pm)
    Late Night Menu photo
  • Sunday Roast

    Multiple dates available
    Enjoy a Classic British Sunday Roast all day Sunday! Your Choice of Roasted Prime Rib-Eye or Madras Spiced Lamb Chops served with Yorkshire Pudding, Roasted Veggies and Potatoes and Gravy. $45 ( whole table does not need to participate)
    Sunday Roast photo

What 129 people are saying

Monarch & Lion 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

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.2Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Monarch & Lion offers a delightful blend of British and Indian cuisine in a charming, cozy atmosphere reminiscent of a London pub. Highlights include "fantastic melding" of flavors, "truly delicious" fish and chips, and attentive service. While some find the menu pricey, many praise the unique culinary experience and "outstanding" service.
129 Reviews
  1. Brad

    Nashville1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was by far our best restaurant experience in our time visiting Chicago. I would highly recommend. Everything on the menu is sure bet.

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  2. Andrea

    Denver5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 19 May 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Mushroom and lamb pot pies were savory and delicious. Butter mash with onion gravy was a great side dish, as well as the asparagus. Espresso martini - ❤️. Did not have room for the toffee cake dessert but would love to try next time!

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  3. Kathleen-Daniel VIP

    Chicago102 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 14 May 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    It was perfect for what we needed. A place to eat with friends from out of town who were staying nearby (at the Sheraton River Walk) and it wasn't too loud inside. Yes, it was a little noisy, but we could still hear each other. That has to be one of the biggest things these days - people in their 30's to 70's all say the same thing. If they can't have a conversation in a restaurant (too much music or loudness of any kind) and the restaurant does not have sound-absorbing materials in their space - forget it. The food was tasty. Our server was OK. We like the atmosphere.

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  4. Betts VIP

    Chicago7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 11 May 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    2nd time we went and better than the 1st, although first was outstanding as well. The food (prime rib) was to die for. Service exceptional. Live in this neighborhood and highly recommend !

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  5. Andi VIP

    Chicago36 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 1 May 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We went for a late lunch so it wasn’t too busy. The room is very nice, clean and service was excellent. The menu was rather small and they did not have my 1st choice available. Fish and Chips were delicious. The grilled Caesar Salad was mediocre. The added chicken was spiced with curry (?). Odd to put with a Caesar. Overall we enjoyed but would like to see more choices.

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  6. Gary VIP

    California Central Coast38 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 28 April 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very tasty food, well prepared, fast and attentive service, fun atmosphere.

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  7. Barton VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area51 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 26 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely. Nice environment like an old English library. The venison scotch egg was adequate, but didn’t really hint at venison (some might appreciate that :-). Unfortunately they were out of the prime rib sandwich, so I selected the chicken tikka masala: hot, fresh, and seasoned just right. The chicken was tender and well prepared. My wife had the shepherds pie and said it was excellent. We finished with the date sticky toffee cake: very nice finish.

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  8. Robert VIP

    New York City1 review

    2.0

    Dined on 26 April 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 1
    You would think if you ran out of a menu item the first thing your server would say is, “I’m sorry we are all out of the prime rib sandwich”. Nope. He waits till he takes out order and then says oh we always run out of that by lunch time. Really? Noise level is so high you can’t have a conversation.

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  9. Madeleine

    Chicago1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 20 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing experience, authentic high quality British food, my English father was impressed with the fish and chips and he grew up on London fish shops so that speaks for itself. It’s also the only bar in America I’ve ever seen pornstar martinis on the menu and I couldn’t be more thrilled. Our server was wonderful and the ambiance is perfect as well! Thank you for a great night!

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  10. bruce VIP

    Chicago45 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 17 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    didn't order food. Had a drink before the movies. Service great. Nice pour.

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Booked 30 times today
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302 E Illinois St, Chicago, IL 60611-4304

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Illinois Street and Columbus Avenue
  • Area
    Streeterville
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 10:00–00:00 Sun 10:00–22:00
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    British, Pub, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Vegan
  • Delivery & takeout
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