Monarch & Lion

Name: Monarch & Lion
Address: 302 E Illinois St, Chicago, IL, United States, 60611-4304
Telephone: (312) 973-2623
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.3

4.3

96 Reviews

$30 and under

British

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2 people

Feb 16, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 39 times today

Experiences are available.

Charming
Good for business meals
Good for special occasions

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.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
British, Pub, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–12:00 am
Phone number
(312) 973-2623
Website
https://www.monarchandlion.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual

Location
302 E Illinois St, Chicago, IL 60611-4304
Neighbourhood
Streeterville
Cross Street
Illinois Street and Columbus Avenue
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

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)
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)

What 96 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.3

4.3 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.1Service
4.4Ambience
4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Monarch & Lion offers an inviting atmosphere with a "fun and engaging atmosphere" and a delightful mix of English and Indian flavors. Known for "excellent food and service," standout dishes like "fish and chips" and "shepherd's pie" shine. While some reviews mention slow service, the overall ambiance and unique menu make it a worthwhile visit.

96 Reviews

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OpenTable Diner
VIP
New York City
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
My partner and I went to Monarch & Lion for Valentine’s Day and overall had a disappointing experience. The food was pretty good, but the service was absent and the music was loud & disjointed from the atmosphere. The interior is beautiful and cozy, but there was loud club music playing the whole time, which took away from the ambience. This restaurant has a lot of potential, but room to improve!
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Bryan
New York City
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
The food was precisely as advertised with selections from British and Indian cultures. The mushroom pot pie was superb and warming. The spicy carrot salad was a nice balance of spicy and cooling yogurt. The ambience was intimate and relaxed. A nice meal for a cold Chicago night.
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Ashley
Chicago
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on February 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I love Monarch and Lion! The atmosphere makes me feel like I’m in London, and the food is amazing. Their tikka masala is my go to, but the pot pies are also so delicious. 10/10
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Jennifer
Chicago
28 reviews
4.0
28 reviews
Dined on February 8, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
Love the atmosphere and the food was great. Unfortunately, our server wasn’t very attentive.
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Emily
VIP
New York City
26 reviews
5.0
26 reviews
Dined on February 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Thank you. Excellent service all around. The food was delicious and a unique menu. E.
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Randall
Las Vegas
19 reviews
3.0
19 reviews
Dined on February 7, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
We tried this place because it was well-reviewed. After eating here we disagree. The place was loud and the service was brusque. The food was only ok pub-fare, nothing particularly elevated or incomparably prepared. The only dish that showed some extra thought and care was the grilled Caesar salad. One of the desserts, the cheesecake parfait, was really awful. All this would be par for the course at a moderately priced restaurant, but it's insulting at a place that charges fine-dining prices. Spend your dining money at one of the hundred other Chicago restaurants that work much harder to provide you a valuable dining experience.
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Fred
VIP
Chicago
56 reviews
2.0
56 reviews
Dined on February 2, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
Tried M&L for lunch during Restaurant Week and was unimpressed. The Brisket Burger was unremarkable as was the Truffle Mac & Cheese (couldn't taste any truffle). The Crispy Chicken Sandwich was reasonable and the Chips (fries) were delightful. Despite a near-empty restaurant in the mid-afternoon, service was lacking. Nothing was compelling enough to interest us in a return visit.
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Adam
Chicago
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Definitely will be one of my new favorites, I love the look and feel of the restaurant. Food and drinks were amazing.
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Terri
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Too noisy. Even with a reservation we were seated by the revolving door. Delicious but a bit overpriced
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Lisa
Columbus
65 reviews
5.0
65 reviews
Dined on February 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Food was really good. Services was good but got seated by the door even though several open tables so got a bit cold as more people arrived
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Monarch & Lion is rated 4.3 stars by 96 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

Feb 16, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 39 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

302 E Illinois St, Chicago, IL 60611-4304

Additional information

Cross Street
Illinois Street and Columbus Avenue
Neighbourhood
Streeterville
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–12:00 am
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
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.monarchandlion.com/
Phone number
(312) 973-2623

Monarch & Lion

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Additional information

Experiences

Sunday Roast

Late Night Menu

Menu

What 96 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

FAQs

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