Reviews

Overall Total Score
4.5 out of 5
Outstanding | 19695 reviews

What Rick Hadsall likes about Monk's Cafe:
One of the original legendary beer bars still brings the quality after all these years. Monk's, specializing in Belgian beer and food, is fabulous. Cozy atmosphere, great food, and quality beers. Service is excellent and informed beer recommendations are spot on. Frites are well spiced and excellent. A must visit in Philly. View all feedback. What Wilson Jernigan doesn't like about Monk's Cafe:
Food was incredible, Beer was good. Might be a trans safe space, but isn't a wallet safe space. Dropped my wallet, went to the bathroom came back to the table cleaned and the wallet gone from underneath. Either the waiter or the busboy snagged it. Wish they would've just taken the 80 bucks and left the wallet. Won't be back but it's a shame because the food and beer was great! View all feedback.

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Google
4.7 ★ from 3533 reviews
Al
11.10.2023 - 16:01

Wonderful place to go with friends. Huge beer selection and great food. Server was very knowledgeable and able to make great suggestions.

Jeff
11.10.2023 - 16:01

Fook Yeah!!! You like beer? You'll love Monk's.... period end of story....

Douglas
11.10.2023 - 16:01

Excellent. Beer, more beer and additional beer. Food was great, service was solid and the spot is unique. Well worth the one mile walk in the rain. Will return...

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Michael
11.10.2023 - 16:01

Great selection of beers and the mussels are fantastic.

Bohdan
11.10.2023 - 16:01

A great belgian pub. Really tasty mussles and fries with good beee selection.

Monks is a must-visit gem in Philadelphia for beer enthusiasts and foodies alike. The incredible global beer selection, with a focus on local craft and traditional Belgian breweries, is impressive. The food is world-class, with highlights such as Belgian moules et frites and a variety of unique dishes like frog legs and duck liver mousse. The welcoming atmosphere and attentive service make guests feel right at home. While some reviewers noted minor issues like burger size and extra charges for sauce, the overall consensus is that Monks is a top-notch beer bar with exceptional food offerings. Whether you're looking to explore a new beer or simply enjoy a delicious meal, Monks is the place to be.

Int Restaurants
4.6 ★ from 5483 reviews
John
20.07.2023 - 21:45

Monks is another gem in Philadelphia. Everyone knows their selection of amazing beer, but not everyone knows they're incredible food. Mussels, handmade chicken...

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Behzad
20.07.2023 - 21:45

The beer selection is great, especially the Belgian beer. The mussels, the beer, and the beef burger was really good too. The beef patty for the burger was a bi...

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Rick
20.07.2023 - 21:45

One of the original legendary beer bars still brings the quality after all these years. Monk's, specializing in Belgian beer and food, is fabulous. Cozy atmosph...

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Natalie
20.07.2023 - 21:45

Fine spot, polite staff. It would be an average “3”, but their global beer selection (while insanely expensive) was impressive. Five versions of their burger. M...

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Spencer
20.07.2023 - 21:45

The ambience of this place is amazing! It's a trip outside of time. Hardwood everywhere, a maze of rooms with tables and bars, dark moody lighting. The food is...

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Menu
5.0 ★ from 6 reviews
Laney
02.04.2023 - 18:35

The best in philadelphia, the hands down. it is a narrow space, but this is in order because it is in front and in the middle with some of the.

Drew
02.04.2023 - 18:35

A new holiday in Belgium gave us to the beer, which frit and the good moods of our Flemish pendants. if they can't drive to bruise, it's monk.

Dewitt
02.04.2023 - 18:35

Oh, my! I stumbled for a recent review and was happy to be surprised that they are open again. I was protecting Monks once, 25-30 years ago), b/c I...

Hardy
16.12.2017 - 13:15

Monk's cafe knocks it out of the parkThis is a charming Belgian style restaurant that has two bars and an amazing tap list.

Karelle
16.12.2017 - 13:15

Super busy place and for a reason.

Tripadvisor
4.5 ★ from 806 reviews
Yelp
4.0 ★ from 2279 reviews
Sirved
4.5 ★ from 3704 reviews
Gastroranking-us
4.4 ★ from 3884 reviews

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