Monnik Beer Company

This review is long overdue. Been coming here for years. The guys and I meet up here multiple times monthly, especially when it's nice outside. The beer is fantastic, the food is delicious, and the service is friendly. I suggest an IPA or a King George, but all the beer is worth trying. They always have new options and rotating drafts. Local brewery + good food = winning

We had our son’s and his fiancés rehearsal dinner at Monnik recently. The upstairs private room was perfect! The staff was wonderful and the food was great! Thank you Jordan & Natalia!

Decided to stop by Monnick last night for dinner. Visiting from out of town. It’s not often that I have found a brewery which the food is as good as the beer. We were blown away! The best meal we have had during our time in Louisville. We all shared the braised short ribs, pork belly pasta, bee sting flatbread, and chicken liver mousse…incredible. Highly recommend!!

Just had a super lovely lunch with my friend. I got a Paul bunyan cocktail and the hot brown flat bread and what a fantastic combo that was. I was super stoked about it. Everything and everyone in this place is very cute. The staff are so sweet and friendly. I'm never going to stop thinking about those potato croquettes 🤤

Great staff and food on our trip to Kentucky. We were there when they were setting up for a street festival, so parking was challenging, but the food was wonderful. Our servers name was, I think Alyssa, but she was fantastic!

Rotating menu, always amazing Great beer Great service It's a Grade A establishment, and definitely one of those places that you go when you can't decide where to go.

A beer brewing gem in bourbon country! A great variety of beer styles, not just IPAs! Food menu has several delicious options. Also a decent selection of bourbons, too

First off thank you Tristan for an amazing experience! Me and my wife were able to do an awesome flight to start our night, being able to tell our server what we liked and them suggest things along that. On top of the great beers the FOOD was so AMAZING!!! Thank you monnik and Tristan for making our experience here perfect!

Apps are $3 until 3. This includes bowls of chili or soup . Definitely home made and absolutely delicious . Nice serving size . Server was friendly and checked to see if we needed anything a lot. There was a small size crowd but it was still relatively quiet . On street parking may be an issue at times but we had no trouble finding a close spot .

One of my friends has been wanting to come to Monnik for a long time and I needed a stamp for the Louisville Ale Trail so we decided to make it out on Saturday. It was busy but we managed to get a seat before a large group arrived. Our waiter was very attentive. He made sure we were taken care of before they put in the food order for the large party which I appreciate. They have a pretty large beer selection with most of them having German names. All of us tired the Oktoberfest it was a crowd pleaser. I don't remember the name of the other beer I tried but I enjoyed it. It had a slight grapefruit aftertaste. We ended up ordering food and everyone enjoyed it. I tried the fried cauliflower and it was fantastic! It had a sweet and spicy chili sauce on it. The waiter recommended the jalapeño aoli to go with it and I'm glad he did. It added that extra spicy kick to it. I did steal some of my husband's fries and they were cooked to perfection. The main reason why Monnik isn't fully 5 stars is because of their pricing. I feel like they nickel and dime on things. The aoli was an additional 75 cents. It's reminded me of the millennial burger trend on TikTok where the burgers are 17 dollars and if you want fries it's an additional 5 dollars.

Great foodie brewery! Low key setting. Large selection of beer and mixed drinks. It's not just typical food you would associate with a brewery. Started off with fried cauliflower, it was amazing in a sweet and sour type sauce. Finished with a perfectly done hamburger with bacon and shoe string fried onions. Very tasty. Had to order fries to go with. Really cool place with great food.

We went here for dinner last night. Overall, it was very good. We sat inside by the window which was nice. My husband ordered a flight of beers so we could try several of them. They were all good. We ordered some Brussel sprouts for an appetizer but they came out with the meal instead. I liked the Brussel sprouts but my husband thought they were over cooked. He ordered the salmon which he liked. I ordered the classic burger. It was very good. I ordered it without onions but it still had onions on it. They were rings so I could pull them off fairly easy. It had a sauce on it that must have had horseradish in it which got me a few times. It must have been in the beer mustard. I like horseradish but something to know just in case you are not a fan because the menu did not call that out. The servers were very friendly, checked on us multiple times, and refilled our drinks. One of the reasons we sat inside was to avoid the bugs outside. As it turned out, we still had a fly at our table the whole time. Not much they could do about that, maybe have a bug zapper somewhere.

I didn't eat any food, only came in for the beer. I will say that they have a nice selection and the staff was very friendly and knowledgeable about their beer

Love this place! I don't go too often, but when I do, I'm never disappointed. I went for a lunch bite and a beer, and left very happy. I got the Bier Burger, which has a juicy burger, beer cheese, as a giant onion ring, with a side of grits-- YUM! plus an ice cold Italian Disco of course. Always helpful and friendly service and staff. It always feels welcoming and comfortable when you're in there, which I love. Highly recommend checking it out!

What a great experience, I had their ham and bean soup and their patty melt and it was fantastic. The place is in a quaint little town and beautiful interior with a great wait staff. Would highly recommend this place.

I think I have found my new favorite brew pub in Louisville, which is really saying something because we have a lot of 'em! My husband and I came on a Sunday for an early dinner and it was easy to find parking and a table. We were immediately greeted by the super nice and non-pretentious staff who had great beer recommendations. We started with the bourbon bacon jam crostini which was amazing. Super salty and sweet with a nice tang from the pickled onions. I definitely recommend this one. I also had the Local Burger which was insane. I now want all of my brioche buns to be everything bagel seasoned. My husband had the Bratadella Sandwich and he housed the whole thing! The fries are big enough to share for two people, too. The place is small but they have an outdoor, dog friendly patio which is always nice. We will 100% be returning!

I had heard really good things about this place, and I had dabbled with some of their award-winning offerings at the Gravy Cup, and I was so excited to finally try it out. We came with some friends and sat at the bar for a little bit. The atmosphere is super cozy with all the wood and the low ceilings. The staff was awesome, too. We loved talking to the bartender and getting his inside scoop on the beer brewing process, and how they achieve the specific notes on their beers. Overall great experience. I can't wait to be back to try out some more of their food!

I think Monnik is one of the more unique breweries in town. The cafe-style seating on the street makes for a delightful experience. The inside feels more like a restaurant than a brewery. And on top of that, instead of outsourcing food or relying on pizza, they have a very diverse menu. I have been to Monnik several times, but this was my first time enjoying a meal. I ordered a beer to start, of course, along with a Bier Burger. It's a bit of sticker shock to pay $22 for a burger and fries, but my stomach was very happy. The beer was very solid and the burger was filling. I left feeling pretty satisfied and ready to face the day. I don't make it to this brewery enough because there are ones closer to my house, but I always have a nice time. While I do feel there are better breweries and certainly better restaurants, if you're looking for a place that satisfies a craving for good beer and good food, Monnik is a good choice.

This is my favorite brewery and Pub too. I have often attended for their best beers. Their foods are excellent. However, I have discovered that they had new chef and change the menu. I decided to give a try. I will definitely come back fo3 more menu items to try! I ordcred the fried chicken sandwich. It was top notched I ever had. It is not too spicy. It is just the right amount of spicy. The chicken was moist and the breading was good. I wish I could order different side but I was in mood for fries. I saw one item that I am curious to try was Koren Fries Cauliflower. Thats the reason I will come back to try it. Come and try this fabulous Chef Wes's menu!

Service was terrible waiter was bad at his job never brought refills or asked is we needed anything. We asked for the check and he just gave us an amount, I asked him for the bill then he brought it. Service was terrible the waiter was rude, avoid this place.

Very dimly let inside, but gave a retro trendy vibe. Servers were really nice and the service was good. Unfortunately the food was very bland. Not much flavor at all. The burger tasted like plain hamburger meat and the fries were the same. The "pretzel" was more like a fluffy breadstick. Definitely could see the potential, but doubt I'd be back. Expensive for what it is too.

Went to Monnik for the first time last night and loved it. It was the perfect night to sit outside and enjoy some drinks and good food. They have about 10 tables outside kind of on the sidewalk next to them and you can order at the bar and get your food taken out to you. They have a ton of drink and food options on their menu so it was hard to decide what to get! I started off by trying their Spaghett which I've heard of and have been wanting to try. I got it with the Czech Lager, and it also had Aperol and lemon and was light, citrusy, and had just a hint of sweetness. The app I ordered came out very quickly - the Korean Fries Cauliflower. At first bite I really thought I could've been biting into an actual wing. It had a great mix of sweet and spiciness and the breading was perfectly soft with a tiny bit of crunch. I also got the Ahi Tuna with Kimchi which also had some cucumbers and mushrooms and a nice chili sauce that paired the ingredients together very well.

Very enjoyable! Good beer. Several different styles including ales, pilsners, ciders, stouts and more. Full food menu. Located in Schnitzelburg district of Louisville. As far as brewery. The best I have tried in Louisville so far

This place rocks! The food is phenomenal- over the course of three days, I ate my way through the menu and each thing was better than the last. The Kapelon is unexpectedly amazing, the chicken liver mousse is a must, the Bitterballen is too, and the beer is consistent top to bottom. My new go-to place in Louisville!

The staff were very welcoming in this cozy tavern! It felt like we were arriving at a medieval inn-turned gastro pub after a long days journey into night. The food was German-inspired (we were in Schnitzelberg after all). Savory and delicious, and a great example of the style. There's plenty of variety throughout Louisville's restaurants but this felt like a great example of a "local" favorite. Be sure to check out the beer fridge before you go! They make their own stuff and often have a variety of cans for purchase too.

We are in Louisville for the week, and hubby was looking on internet for places near us. We arrived on Sunday afternoon, and he found Monnik, and we decided to go. We had already eaten so we just had a couple of beers. All their beers are clean tasting. We looked at the menu and decided to go back the next day for lunch. So, on Monday we went back for lunch and a beer. He had one of their burgers, and it had a huge fried onion ring on it. He said it was a unique and good burger. I had a salad and added seared Ahi tuna, and it was very tasty. We will keep it on our list of places to go. Fun place and cool atmosphere.

Monnik makes my favorite beer I have had in Louisville and I am picky about my beer! I was so pleased they offer flights so I could try a variety of different beers and there were many appetizers that looked delicious on their menu. I got the shishito peppers the first time I went and they were tasty with a great dipping sauce. The second time I went I had the local burger and that baby was delicious. Topped with beer cheese and juicy! The perfect pick me up after a late night out. The pretzel and beer cheese were fantastic as well but beware of the spicy mustard... she is not playing around. It definitely has a wasabi heat that packs a punch. Service decent but definitely better when we sat at the bar. The beer and food here are tough to beat which is probably why we went twice in a single weekend

The food here is great and I'm not a beer drinker but the cocktails are solid. Would definitely go back but I'd think the beer cheese would be better

Food was really tasty! We had the beer flight bier burger and corn chowder. Our waitress was really nice!! Loved the music and atmosphere at this place! Would come again if I'm in Louisville again

Went with a large group and the waiter didn't have great service. He never came back after getting our food out, no water refills or anything. The food was nothing special, and the service was the same. Seems like they have a problem serving large groups after reading the other reviews as well. Despite it being empty too :/

Menus come and go, but Monnik is a keystone. My friends and I are always sure to have a wonderful time!! Right now, check out the KFC (Fried Cauliflower) for the wing fan. Execution is on point, and the atmosphere is easy. Sit outside on a nice day and laugh over perfectly crafted beers.

Very elective vibe. Love it. Delicious beers and food. Great staff. Love the local vibe even tho we aren't

Great little place I found when working in Louisville. Food was great and the service was very good!

Very good beer option with just price for flights. Good menu is tasty. Great vibes and music.

4 - I'd drive 30 minutes just to come here. Skip to the end to see my rating scale. From the outside it doesn't look like much, but that seems to be a common case in Louisville in the two days we were there. I'd really like to check it out in warmer weather when the pet friendly outside areas can be used. Big plus in my book. Good selection of a variety of styles. On this trip to KY and TN we noticed that IPAs aren't the same as in other places. I didn't look specifically, but I'd guess that the IBUs are significantly lower than what an IPA drinker might expect. But other than that, the beers were pretty good with plenty of darks and lights to choose from. The bartender recommended the local burger. We got a big order of War fries to go with it. The burger was way too salty for my taste, but the fries were good. The house mayo and peanut satay made them pretty interesting. Next time we in the area, I'd gladly drive a little bit out of the way for appetizers and beers. (Just not an IPA or a burger.) And I hope to have the opportunity to hang out on the patio for a few hours on a warm spring evening. Rating Scale: 1 - Just don't 2 - You'll survive, but there are better choices close by 3 - Good choice if you're in the area 4 - I'd drive up to 30 minutes just to come here 5 - I'd try to convince my wife to drive an hour just to come here

I have been several times! The food is good, considering the price. They have nice beers options and service always superb.

It's been several years since I have been to Monnick, but we stopped by for dinner before a concert recently. It was a Saturday night and we had no reservations, but showed up around 6:30 pm and were able to be sat immediately (score)! We had a large table by the window with some extra seating. We had a very nice server, who admitted it was her first night. She was friendly, but we noticed service was a bit slow and we had to remind her about a few of our drinks - we were in no hurry so that didn't affect our experience. We began with drinks - I don't love their beer options but they had a margarita slushee that was calling my name! It was delicious and I ordered at least two. They have lots of beers on tap and then some can and bottle options. The menu is very diverse with meat, vegan and vegetarian items on it. We started with the grilled crudite ($15), fried green tomatoes ($14) and pub pretzel ($11). The grilled crudite was slightly disappointing for the price. They gave us a huge bowl of fondue but was mostly raw veggies. The fried green tomatoes were excellent - not green - but we loved them anyway. The sauce on the plate had everyone scraping for the last bite. The pub pretzel was good but small portion for $11 and they barely gave any fondue. For dinner we ordered the Reuben sandwich ($15) and local burger ($17). Pricing is high considering it doesn't come with a side. The Reuben was a good traditional sandwich but not sure if I'd get it again. All in all, the drinks were flowing and we had a great view of the restaurant and street. Food is on the pricer side, but it was all very good.

So friendly and great food and beer! Just passing through town but would definitely come back!

Have visited many times and Monnik never disappoints! Service, food, and beer are always top-notch. You cannot go wrong.

As a recent retiree, I'm on the lookout for cheap good eats. I feel like I hit the jackpot at Monnik Beer in Germantown. Their sides are $3 at lunchtime. Hub and I split a lion's mane sandwich with 3 sides: pickled cabbage, grilled broccolini and stamppot....mashed potatoes with carrots and kale. So good! Love Monnik s menu everyday but love their lunch special even more. They have a really nice atmosphere, outside seating, great service and upscale pub and healthy food items. Of course the beer and drinks menu is great with fun non alcoholic choices. I tell the bartender what I like and they create a mocktail for me. Nice garden outback that is good for kids. Definitely one of my favorite restaurants and with good prices.

Great food!! The beet and goat cheese flatbread was to die for. The hot honey chicken sandwich was also delicious. The drinks were amazing, as well. We will be back soon to indulge!

Oh my gosh! Best burger ever! Anna was a great server. Fast and courteous. Good location. Nice atmosphere. Now the burger! Bier Burger! Wow! Wow! Fresh ground beef, beer cheese, beer mustard (With really good horseradish, just the right amount!). And the best beer battered onion ring I think I've ever had! We WILL be back!

Passing through Louisville and needed a dog-friendly spot for a break and a snack. Monnik has some excellent beer and the food and service are both top-notch and better than I ever would have expected from a random stop while traveling - I guess I lucked out. Next time through my stop won't be random - it'll be on purpose!

Monnik delivers on fantastic seasonal menus, beer, and Vibes! Everything Monnik does is with a passion and intention. You can always tell when a business model follows this approach or doesn't. And Monnik doesn't let you down. The food is by far some of the best in town. The menu rotates baded on tje season. The jackfruit and vegan dishes always change - which, I appreciate. You can bring dogs to sit outaide and they always have fun events!

Thoroughly enjoyed my visit to Monnik Beer, The burger and fries were top notch! I tried Beer Bread for the first time, yummy. The service was spot on! The Beer was fantastic! The place was clean. I will definitely be back!

Excellent rotating menu! Had the curry fries last time I was there and the taste profile was exquisite and unique. Always find a drink or two on the menu that interest me and the vibe within the restaurant is perfect for a quick bite or a nice dinner with the family! Service is always fast and friendly

This place is AMAZING!!! we didn't have a single thing that was *meh*, it was all different levels of amazing. we got a Bavarian pretzel, with 3 great accompaniment sauces, a pork belly pesto pasta, and the most buttery soft lemon pepper asparagus! We got two flights -total of eight beers- all what the description promised. All their beers are made on sight. we are home brewers and were so impressed with flavors, pairings of grain/flavors and the finishes. Our server was chatty and knowledgeable! Its is nestled in the heart of Shnitzleburg, in Getmantown. We ate outside, everyone walking by with their dogs and knowing each other was great. When you visit Louisville, visit here.

I'm not sure how Monnik Beer has flown under my radar for such a long time. My book club met here recently, and I was delightfully surprised by the various and sundry options. There were plant based choices in multiple areas of the menu (including a truly glorious mushroom sandwich with vegan boursin which I devoured, and vegan mushroom poutine fries which I have my eye on for next time). Our server was intimately familiar with the menu options and ingredients, and without hesitation was able to direct us toward menu items that would fit our dietary preferences and allergy restrictions. I'm not a beer person, however several of my dining companions are, and they were very happy with their choices. I have only two pieces of constructive criticism. First, it's not a quiet place, which makes it slightly difficult to have a conversation. Second, the tip is added automatically to parties of 6 or more, and added before tax so the tip is also taxed. One of our members did the math and determined the tip was 22%. This honestly is likely less than we would have tipped if we had been left up to our own devices, as we tend to linger for a while and like to compensate for that, but being told how much we should tip made us not want to add our typical extra. Overall, however, Monnik is an excellent place for food, friendship, and festivities, and I will certainly be back to try the poutine.

Don't go here unless .....you want great beer and a great service. Such a great atmosphere and great food. Definitely worth a check out

We were looking to kill a little time between touring the Kentucky Derby and our reservations at a local distillery and we randomly stumbled upon this spot. Since we wanted a small bite to hold us over, we decided to share a couple of appetizers. The pub pretzel with gouda fondue was so amazing that we ended up ordering a second when our friends arrived. We also snacked on the crudites, which also happened to come with the gouda fondue for dipping.

Great food & amazing service! Service was top notch as the server continuously checked on us and made sure we had everything we needed! Food was good, I really enjoyed the appetizers we got, the charcuterie board & pretzel were both delicious and rather large! That of course didn't stop us from ordering a main dish and taking home the leftovers. I got the schnitzel and the only thing I didn't like was that it was a little dry for my liking. I love that they have their vegan & vegetarian options clearly labeled, can't wait to bring some friends here! The space is what you'd expect of a beer company restaurant, casual and a bit industrial meets old timey.

Delicious beer. We also preferred a side of fries and got the war sauce which was mayo and peanut sauce mixed together with onions and cilantro on top. Sounds gross but was so so good!!!

Grill brush bristles on top of the bun of my burger. Made a new one for me but came by the time the person I came with was finished. Our server didn't apologize or comp the meal as a courtesy. Disappointed in the customer service given they gave me food with metal in it.

Incredibly knowledgeable server! She must have been a manager or owner, and of not? Wow!!! She knew every detail possible and every recommendation she gave us was spot on perfection. We will be going there again the next time we go through town! Food was beyond delicious! Drinks were as well! Don't second guess, just GO THERE!

Great beer Friendly staff Always love when there's rice beer on tap. Let alone two. Worth a try. Burgers look fabulous.

Best sausage and mash I have had since moving to the US from England 20years ago. Couple this with great beer and service it's a win.

Just stopped in for a beer! Great atmosphere, great service and hospitality. Even though we did not eat, everything that came out from the kitchen looked amazing! They have really good beer! I totally recommend! Enjoy!!