Old Monk
(214) 821-1880
2847 N Henderson Ave
Dallas,
TX
75206
32.8199
-96.7842
Neighborhood: East Dallas
Last updated 4.01.09
What People Are Saying About Old Monk
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The Scene
Heaps of young professionals and nostalgic Brits haunt this appealing Henderson Avenue tavern, a candlelit, intimate place with loads of Old-World charm. Inside, it's all cozy nooks and crannies, with worn wooden tables, exposed-brick walls covered with beer posters and tin signs, and a handsome back bar straight from a British chemist's shop. Service is generally fast and friendly, even on the two patio spaces (one enclosed), which fill up quickly on warm nights.
The Draw
Offering 15 beers on tap (from Harp and Bass to Belgian faves Chimay White and De Koninck), as well as more than 50 by the bottle, the Monk's mostly European list is one of the best in town. Regulars swear by the food, too; favorites on the casual pub-grub menu include Belgian-style steamed mussels, hearty Guinness beef stew, Bass Ale batter-fried fish-and-chips, and generous cheese boards weighed down with garnishes.
User Reviews
grindhouse35
October 18, 2008
paid the bartender $20 in cash for an $8 beer and got no change back. the guy clocked out and left before i realized his "error". cheers b-otch.
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Anonymous
March 11, 2008
The Old Monk is the typical neighborhood bar, but bigger and busier. The first time I went in there the bartender, Kelly, introduced himself to me and after that he never forgot my name, whether I came in once a week or once every 6 months.
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idontwantamembername
November 25, 2007
This is the only place I think about when I'm in Dallas. They have the best beer selection that I've seen of any bar or restaurant in the city (mmmm...Chimay White on tap), and the food is hard to beat. Their "Better Cheeseburger" comes with a choice of several "gourmet" cheeses, including sage derby, stilton, chevrion, bruder basil, and whiskey cheddar (my favorite). Other tasty delights include the Guinness beef stew, crispy, belgian-style frites served with terragon mayo, and 5-6 different styles of oysters. I hear the bread pudding will make you cream your shorts, but I've never had it myself. The atmosphere inside is very inviting, with dark woods and plenty of old beer relics to gaze at after you've had that 4th Maredsous 10 (one of the many delicious bottled beers they serve). The 2 patios are very popular and fill up fast when the weather is nice. Overall, the service has always been great for me, but I always end up with the same waitress so it's hard to speak about the wait staff as a whole. The only downside is that parking can be difficult and the place fills up quickly...but there always seems to be a table open near the dartboard (if you're feeling risky). Listen to me closely...close your browser , turn off the computer, and go to the Old Monk now! A few beers and a burger later, you'll be glad you did.
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Know Before You Go:
The kitchen's open until 10pm Sundays, 11pm other days. Bring the kids early--those under 21 are not allowed after 7pm.
Where to Sit:
Cigar and pipe smoking is allowed, but only on the open outdoor patio.
Save Money:
During happy hour, weekdays 4pm-7pm, all draft beers and well drinks are $1 off.
Category:
Bars & Pubs, Neighborhood Bars, Taverns
Payment Methods:
American Express, Visa, Discover, Diners Club, MasterCard
Bar & Pub Special Features:
Bar & Club Type of Music:
Bar & Club Special Features:
Outdoor Seating, Specialty Cocktails, After Work, Smoking Permitted
Smoking Permitted:
Yes
