The Old Monk
Pub · Cochran Heights ·
Homey pub with long beer list, American fare, brunch & patio
Homey pub with long beer list, American fare, brunch & patio
"Not much has changed here since the bar opened in 1998. The classic pub looks the part, with lots of dark wood and cozy lighting, and it’s still a great place to meet with friends over a pint of perfectly poured Guinness or a Belgian tripel pulled from the huge selection of drafts and bottles. The fish and chips are UK-level good—beer-battered Atlantic cod is lightly coated, crisp, and hot, and the homemade tartar sauce is equal parts creamy and tangy. Add the plump mussels steamed in Hoegaarden white ale to confirm that there’s nothing beer can’t do." - kevin gray
"Not much has changed here since the bar opened in 1998. The classic pub looks the part, with lots of dark wood and cozy lighting, and it’s still a great place to meet with friends over a pint of perfectly poured Guinness or a Belgian tripel pulled from the huge selection of drafts and bottles. The fish and chips are UK-level good—beer-battered Atlantic cod is lightly coated, crisp, and hot, and the homemade tartar sauce is equal parts creamy and tangy. Add the plump mussels steamed in Hoegaarden white ale to confirm that there’s nothing beer can’t do." - Kevin Gray
"Since 1998, this East Dallas Irish pub has been serving patrons looking for a laidback good time, from weekend brunch to late-night drinks. March is ideal for settling under an umbrella on the patio for extended periods of time in the warm, fresh air. Order an Irish Old Fashioned, a nuanced twist on the classic featuring Jameson, Peychaud’s Bitters, orange, and a maraschino cherry garnish — which becomes a little whiskey-soaked treat after the final sip." - Steven Craig Lindsey
"Chef Toby Archibald of Quarter Acre: "I live in Oak Cliff so I was very excited to hear that [the pub] was coming to my part of town! Look, I am a Kiwi, and to double down on that, I lived in London for three years, so I love a good pub. The original [the pub] on Henderson Ave. always seemed a bridge too far for me for a cheeky pint, or a quick trip for a great fish ’n’ chips, now there is one less than 10 minutes from my house! (And if I ‘accidentally’ take a wrong turn it is kind of on my way home from my restaurant on Greenville…) I love this new addition to the bustling Bishop Arts and TYPO areas, and they did an amazing job on making a relatively average building feel just like a proper pub should, both inside and out." - Courtney E. Smith
"Open since 1998, this Irish boasts a cozy atmosphere, plenty of whiskey, and fan-favorite snacks. Pair a pint or two with excellent fish and chips, or assemble a shareable board of cheese and snacks from a lengthy list of options like whiskey cheddar, homemade pate, and Welsh rarebit." - Courtney E. Smith