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Monarch & Lion, Chicago, IL

Monarch & Lion

4.3
4.3
114 Reviews
$30 and under
British

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2 people
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
7:00 pm
Booked 30 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Charming
  • Good for groups
  • Great for creative cocktails
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 11:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 11:00–00:00
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Area
    Streeterville
  • Cross Street
    Illinois Street and Columbus Avenue
  • Parking details
    Public Parking
  • 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)
    Sunday Roast photo
  • 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

What 114 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
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.2Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.1Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Monarch & Lion offers a unique fusion of British and Indian cuisine in a beautiful setting. Guests rave about the "food is amazing" and "atmosphere makes me feel like I'm in London." The chicken tikka masala and pot pies receive high praise. However, service can be inconsistent, with some diners noting slow or inattentive staff. Overall, a promising dining experience with room for improvement.
114 Reviews
  1. Leigh VIP

    Cincinnati1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Was recommended to us coming in from out of town and it’s a fantastic spot. Drinks were phenomenal and the food was amazing. Would come back again when in town. Some of the best gin drinks

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  2. Nick VIP

    Chicago39 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Been probably 30 times, here’s the deal Only go for the burger, service is at best okay, drinks aren’t great, the F’in burger is 10/10.

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  3. AllisonA

    Detroit1 review

    1.0

    Dined on 22 March 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    Literally go anywhere else. It’s a beautiful restaurant but it seems like they haven’t figured out what they’re doing. French, English, and Indian foods all coming together, there’s not a specific vibe. There appeared to be one waiter for the whole place. We sat waiting for him to come back just so we could get our bill and go. Very slow service and it was expensive. Not worth it

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  4. Mark VIP

    Chicago13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 22 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Very creative and eclectic menu. Great selection of beers. I chose a British amber. Well done.

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  5. Kellie VIP

    Phoenix2 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on 15 March 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    Service was terrible. I couldn't order another drink if my life depended upon it. My $17 martini was served in a plastic cup. We had to beg someone for silverware to eat our cold food. Absolutely terrible experience. The chicken tikka masala was disgusting. Avoid people avoid.

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  6. Bruce VIP

    Chicago61 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 9 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent, wonderful, food is terrific!! Staff are outstanding!! We will be back.

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  7. ManyeeL

    Chicago3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 8 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Chicken tikka masala was delicious. I’m from the UK and can say it tasted pretty authentic. Service wasn’t the most attentive but that was fine for me and my guest.

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    Grand Rapids1 review

    1.0

    Dined on 7 March 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Just ok. Over priced and the food options weren’t great. Taste was mid as well

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  9. Lisa VIP

    Indiana116 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 5 March 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Ordered the chicken pot pie……scrumptious! Ordered the 1,000 layer potatoes….nit so much. Dining companion heard the steak and frites…… and loved them! The service was extremely slow, but I think that was a result of their appearing to only be one or two weight staff for the entire dining room.  Manager did step up and assist with getting our dessert order placed.

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  10. Shawn VIP

    Chicago83 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 3 March 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Overall, it was fine. I had the Sunday Roast. My prime rib was cooked perfectly, the potatoes were overcooked, and the carrots were partially burnt. The sticky toffee pudding was pretty good, but nothing to write home about. I'd would go back, but I'd likely try something off the regular menu.

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Booked 30 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Monarch & Lion

302 E Illinois St, Chicago, IL 60611-4304

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Illinois Street and Columbus Avenue
  • Area
    Streeterville
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 11:00–00:00
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    British, Pub, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Parking
  • 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
  • Delivery & takeout
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