Monnik Beer Company – American
Stepping into this soulful brewery feels like entering a modern-day refectory, where the industrial hum of fermentation meets the warm, communal energy of a neighborhood gathering spot. The kitchen elevates traditional pub fare with a sophisticated nod to the Low Countries, serving up crispy, golden bitterballen and indulgent "war fries" that pair perfectly with artisanal pours. From the silky richness of chicken liver mousse to the spicy-sweet crunch of a bee-sting flatbread, every plate invites guests to linger over a pint in an atmosphere that celebrates both craftsmanship and comfort.
1036 East Burnett Avenue, Louisville KY 40217 https://monnikbeer.com/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, high-protein, nut-free, low-carb, vegan, keto, mediterranean, pescatarian, heart-healthy, plant-based, sugar-free, diabetic, whole30, paleo, low-fat, anti-inflammatory, clean-eating, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, atkins, south-beach, weight-watchers, volumetrics, tlc, detox, alkaline, raw-food, aip, mayo-clinic, sirtfood, macrobiotic, slow-carb, pegan, lectin-free
Currently open
Hours
- Wednesday - Thursday
- 11:00 AM - 12:00 AM, 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM, 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Friday - Saturday
- 11:00 AM - 1:00 AM
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
What diners are saying
Diners rave about the impressive selection of craft beers and creative cocktails, frequently highlighting the friendly and helpful service that enhances the overall experience. Celebrated for its welcoming atmosphere, the spot also offers a thoughtful food menu that guests find perfectly complements the diverse drink offerings.
Menu
- Charcuterie - $23: locally sourced rotating meats and cheeses w/ rotating house jam, mustard and spent grain bread Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Chicken Liver Mousse - $14: crostini, pickled mustard seed, raw white onion Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Kapsalon - $14: house fries, marinated chicken, Gouda fondue, lettuce, tomato, cucumber, sambal drizzle Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Bitterballen - $12: beef croquettes, mustard Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- War Fries - $12: house mayo, peanut satay, onion Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Fried Smelts - $12: caper mayo, Tay’s hot sauce, fine herbs Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Pub Pretzel - $11: house-made pretzel w/ mustard or Gouda fondue Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Monnik Beer Cheese - $10: w/ spent grain bread Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Salmon Toast - $18: toasted sourdough texas toast, caper aioli, baked salmon, dill, pickled radish Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Bee-sting Flatbread - $18: hot honey, goat cheese spread, pickled beets, arugula, pickled red onion, jalapeño, spiced pecans, balsamic glaze Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Schnitzel Sandwich - $16: lemon dijon aioli, tomato, arugula Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Francie’s Chili Stick - $16: breadstick stuffed with chili, shredded mozzarella, garlic butter Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Buddy’s Boudin - $16: house-made boudin sausage, pretzel bun, pickled holy trinity, whole mustard, aioli Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Pastrami Sandwich - $16: house-made pastrami, whole grain mustard, aioli, swiss cheese on rye bread Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Bier Burger - $17: bier mustard, beer-battered onion ring, pickles, bier cheese on pretzel bun Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Local Burger - $17: steak rub, Broadbent bacon, Gouda fondue, Pop’s habagardil pickles, Eagle Skull onion straws, everything brioche bun Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Garbanzo Burger - $15: garbanzo patty, pickles, tomato, arugula, lemon dijon, everything brioche bun Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Mayo-Clinic
- Classic Burger - $14: ketchup, bier mustard, pickles, cheddar, onion, lettuce on brioche bun Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Braised Shortrib - $25: gouda cheese grits, brown butter carrots, sage, fried kale, pickled radish, jus Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Pork Belly Pasta - $22: sherry, bourbon, pepper and herb cream sauce, roasted tomatoes, pork belly lardons, parmesan, fried sage, crostini Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Maque Choux & Boudin - $20: on a bed of gouda grits, topped with jus Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Fish & Chips - $20: fried in beer batter w/ caper aioli, lemon wedge, house fries Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Harvest Salad - $16: honey balsamic vinaigrette, kale greens, pickled beets, apple, roasted squash, spiced pecans Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic
- Classic Caesar - $16: house dressing, romaine, parmesan, cherry tomato, crouton, cracked pepper Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Volumetrics
- Rocket Salad - $7: local arugula, cucumber, tomato, goat cheese, lemon thyme vinaigrette Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic, Sirtfood
- Kraut - $5 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, AIP, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Lectin-Free
- Market Soup - $5 Dietary tags: Volumetrics
- Maque Choux - $5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- Cheesy Grits - $5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Francie’s Chili - $5 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, High-Fiber, Volumetrics
- Seasonal Vegetable - $5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic
- House Fries - $5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Low-Cholesterol
- Does Mickey Have A Tab? - $15: Pisco, Amaro, Maple Syrup, Lemon, Matcha, Aquafaba
- Brett's Tall Socks - $15: Rye Whiskey, Amaretto, Licor 43, Gochujang and Cinnamon Syrup
- David, Not Dave - $14: Mole-Infused Mezcal, Raisin Clove Demerara Syrup, Orange Liqueur
- 86 Stu - $13: Tequila, Campari, Lime, Gochujang Honey Simple
- Shawn's Grocery Trip - $12: Pho-spiced Tequila, Lime Juice, Ginger Syrup, Cilantro
- Sometimes Paul - $12: Brown Butter Fat-Washed Tequila, Coffee, Orange Liqueur, Orange Bitters, Licor 43
- A Drink With Figge - $12: Bourbon Fig Jam w/ Cinnamon and Clove, Bourbon, Plum Bitters, Lemon Juice, Thyme
- Caught In The Sideroom - $11: Ginger Cayenne Tumeric Simple, Vodka, Ginger Ale
- His Dark Materials - $6.5: Lactose-sweetened stout, 5.8% ABV
- 11P Czech Premium Pale Lager - $6.5: Czech-style pilsner, 5% ABV
- Italian Disco - $6.5: Italian Pilsner, 5.2% ABV
- IPA - $6.5: American IPA, 7% ABV
- King George - $6.5: English Brown Ale, 6% ABV
- Hauck's American Pilsner - $6: American Pilsner, 5% ABV
- Scott's Old Fashioned - $13
- Margarita - $10
- Manhattan - $10
- Mules - $10
- Aperol Spritz - $10
- Bloody Mary - $8
- Michelada - $8
- Mimosa - $7
- Mocktails - $5
- Soda - $3.5: Pepsi Products