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Welcome To The Monarch Public House
​​AND ONE OF THE TOP 10 LEGENDARY BARS IN WISCONSIN

THE OLDEST OPERATING TAVERN IN WISCONSIN

​YOUR DESTINATION PLACE FOR EVERYTHING IRISH - FOOD, ATMOSPHERE & FRIENDS

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- Featured in Eating Your Way across America
- Selected as one of Wisconsin’s best in Great Wisconsin Taverns - Dennis Boyer, travel writer, The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
- Voted one of the top 12 favorite restaurants on the Upper Mississippi River, “Big River” magazine
- Featured on the “Discover Wisconsin” television series
- "Dining Choice" Winona area
- Minnesota Monthly Magazine

- Recommended destination -Travel section
- Gourmet Magazine
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WELCOME TO THE MONARCH PUBLIC HOUSE
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THE OLDEST OPERATING TAVERN IN WISCONSIN

Nestled in the Fountain City bluffs along the Mississippi River, on Wisconsin's Great River Road, The Monarch Public House has been a destination for travelers since 1894.
Wisconsin's oldest serving establishment is an Irish stones throw from Winona Mn, Alma Wisconsin, Wabasha Minnesota, Trempealeau Wisconsin, Arcadia and Cochrane Wisconsin
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voted as one of the 10 LEGENDARY BARS IN WISCONSIN

voted best 12 Historic Wisconsin Restaurants Are Over 100 Years Old

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The current owners have put a ton of work and love into restoring this historic spot, which was built along the Great River Road in 1894. The Irish menu is spot on and delicious. Located at 19 N Main St, Fountain City, WI 54629.
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​Nestled in the Mississippi River BLUFFS, The Monarch Public House in Fountain City has been a destination for travelers since 1894, MAKING IT THE STATES OLDEST SERVING ESTABLISHMENT.

The Monarch’s elegant Old World look and casual family atmosphere combine to CREATE a memorable experience for all our guests. Preservation Hall Restaurant’s diverse family recipe menu makes it an easy choice for adults and children alike.

Whether enjoying a quiet dinner in our private lofts, gathering with friends in the main hall, or basking in the view from our elevated decks overlooking the river, we invite you to step through the door of history and enjoy “a taste of the past”.
The historic tavern and restored restaurant still feature the original hand carved oak back bar, ornate pressed tin ceilings and 120 year old tables and chairs. The display of authentic memorabilia and details of meticulous restoration enhance its turn-of-the-century charm.
Hours:
Friday, Saturday and Sunday: 11am - 10pm
Monday:  5pm - 10pm
CLOSED  TUESDAYS
Wednesday and Thursday    5pm - 10pm

Always smoke free and wee ones friendly
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what people say about this historic establishment

The Oldest Operating Tavern in Wisconsin
DRAGON'S VIEW Of The Monarch & Fountain City

The Monarch Has Been Featured In These Great Publications


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  • Eating Your Way Across America
  • "Wisconsin’s Best" in Great Wisconsin Taverns - Dennis Boyer, travel writer, The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
  • "One of the top 12 restaurants on the Mississippi River" Big River Magazine​
  • Featured Discover Wisconsin series
  • "Dining Choice" The Winona area  Minnesota Monthly Magazine
  • "Recommended Destination" -Travel section - Gourmet Magazine

We take great pride in  the food we create and serve at the Monarch. 

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Our Famous Bangers & Mash

​Everything on our menu is made from the highest quality local produce and baked goods. we do not buy off the trucks!
Because The Monarch is such a unique place, the food served here is also out-of-the-ordinary. To keep our fare delicious and healthy, no added grease or oils are used in preparing our main plates (especially fish and fries), handcrafted soups, sandwiches and appetizers. 

Our handmade pizzas are known as the best on the river - and described as “the best I’ve ever tasted” by patrons from around the country. 
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As a tribute to the owners’ Irish ancestry we also serve specialty items like corned beef, bangers and mash and great-grandma's Irish Potato Soup, Bubble & Squeak, Champ and our famous Irish Potato Soup.

Of course we serve your favorite American dishes too: Sandwiches, burgers, chicken and handmade pizza.  Did we mention the Rueben's are to die for?

The Monarch Public House is also home to The FOUNTAIN CITY BREWING COMPANY, INC.

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Our flagship beer, Fountain Brew springs from the pages of Fountain City’s long history. The original recipe Fountain Brew was brewed here from 1856 to 1965 and we resurrected that ORIGINAL recipe in 1997
Learn more HERE

THE ABSOLUTE ROCK BOTTOM PUB At The monarch public house

The Original "Man Cave"
A reclaimed cellar in the Monarch lower level sports it’s own name and atmosphere.
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The Absolute Rock Bottom Pub is a cozy bar with the original bluff stone floor and hand hewn beamed ceiling. A toasty fireplace and custom-made furnishings creates an atmosphere of warmth and welcome.
For special occasions, meetings, or just dropping by, The Absolute Rock Bottom Pub is a stone’s throw from the ordinary.
Book your private party today !!
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The Monarch Public House is located on Wisconsin's Great River Road and National Scenic Byway (Hwy 35) and across the river from Winona, Minnesota and Wabasha Minnesota.  We are south of Alma Wisconsin, Buffalo City Wisconsin And Northwest of Lacrosse, Wisconsin, Trempealeau, Wisconsin and Holmen Wisconsin. 
The Monarch Is Located at;
19 N Main St, Fountain City, WI 54629
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