Monk's Cafe

A really cool little Belgian beer bar - it reminds me very much of Belgium! Inside is all wood, the floors are creaky, and it’s bustling and noisy. The food is quite good and we were very happy with everything we got - the duck salad in particular is excellent! We have seen them win awards online for their duck salad and burger.

I went here with a friend this week and didn’t have the best experience. We heard great things on the internet about Monk’s and I was very excited to try their acclaimed beer and food. Unfortunately there was quite a bit that went wrong. The service was very sloppy. Both the beer and food took too long to come to the table up and they still managed to mess up our order. When we ordered beer, the incorrect beer came; when we ordered the Thai curry mussels we received the garlic even though we were very specific. And lastly they messed up our bill and mixed up the items between my friend and I. And we didn’t even order that much. The food was good but nothing special either. I ordered the duck salad sandwich (which going off the menu is “award winning”) and it was mediocre at best. Duck wa

My first time visiting this bucket list destination on 2/21….spring was in the air in Philly, people everywhere. Also happened to be Pliny The Younger day. Place was absolutely packed. Managed to squeeze in at bar to a standing spot. Despite the crowds service was great. Just had a Pliny Younger and Elder. Was definitely not disappointed. Will visit again for food, etc.

Tried good beer for the first time (I don't drink it often). We must've been so ravenous because everything tasted 30/10. The beers are worth every penny. Service was amazing. Will come back soon. We downed the salad within seconds. The thai curry mussels tasted ADDICTING that I was dipping my pomme frites in the sauce. Can't wait to come back!

Vegan Philly cheesesteak made with seitan and daiya cheese was surprisingly yummy. Lots of interesting beers too (James beard award) with a cool vibe. They also had a vegan burger option